✨ Going Outside to Heal Inside ✨We’re pausing to honor the heart of Black and Brown in the Woods — the brave, brilliant souls who shared their stories in Episodes 1–5. This series is a celebration of healing, nature, and the power of community.To our incredible honoree guests: thank you for sharing your truth, vulnerability, and wisdom. Your voices remind us that the outdoors can be a place of return, restoration, and resistance.🌿 Stay tuned — our next episode drops in July. Until then, may you find peace on your path and power in your pause.#BlackAndBrownInTheWoods #OutdoorHealing #NatureIsMedicine #GoingOutsideToHealInside

Welcome back to "Black and Brown in the Woods: Going Outside to Heal Inside."In this powerful fifth episode, we honor a true community shero, Dr. Jeanetta Edwards, affectionately known as Dr. Jay. She is a mother, grandmother, therapist, professor, coach, nonprofit leader, and wife of 35 years. Dr. Jay wears many hats, but her greatest gift is how she pours wisdom, love, and grace into others.In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month and our fifth episode of BABITW, Dr. Jay shares her journey from teen motherhood to mentorship, healing, and building a legacy through service. We talk about what it means to go “outside to heal inside,” and how mentorship, discomfort, and divine assignments can transform our lives and those around us. Dr. Jay takes us into her world—her work with future counselors, her nonprofit A Mother’s Love, and her vision for a physical space of healing and growth for women and families. From personal healing to community empowerment, Dr. Jay reminds us what it means to show up, pour in, and be present.Dr. Edwards’ therapeutic style is rooted in evidence-based practices and holistic principles, considering the interplay between psychological, emotional, and relational well-being. She guides her clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, communication difficulties, life transitions, and womanhood, empowering them to cultivate resilience, deepen their connections, and lead more fulfilling lives.With a deep respect for diversity and cultural sensitivity, Dr. Edwards embraces the uniqueness of each person’s journey and provides an unjudgmental space for self-exploration and personal growth. She is dedicated to serving as a mentor and role model, staying abreast of the latest research and therapeutic advancements, and continually expanding her knowledge to provide her clients with the most effective and relevant support.Her dedication to excellence and mission to empower individuals to live well has earned her a reputation as a highly effective and trusted therapist. A quote that resonates with Dr. Edwards’ character and personality: They whispered to her, “You cannot withstand the Storm.” She Whispered Back, “I Am the Storm.”Dr. Edwards has been featured as an expert with the Community Advisory Board for NIH Study for African American Women at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease, Day in the Life Series-Navigating Breast Cancer, and Career Trajectory, Women of African Descent Development Institute-Global, Mother’s Love Community Organization, CAMP 1302, and is best known for providing tools and insights that foster lasting change.#Coachingwithmradam #Lifecoach #Whoshelpingyouheal #CoachMrAdam #MentalHealthMinute #Mondaymotivation #Fridaytransformation #BABITW

#goingoutsidetohealinside #michaelsykes #mreasyequity #BABITWWe’re thrilled to announce the fourth episode of our Black and Brown in the Woods Podcast! In this special healing episode, we pay tribute to the remarkable Michael Sykes, Founder & CEO of Equitable Solutions and author of the book Easy Equity. Join us in celebrating Mr. Easy Equity and giving him his well-deserved virtual flowers.Would you like to know more about Mr. Easy Equity?

Michael Sykes is a dedicated educator, equity consultant, and advocate for self-affirmation with 22 years of experience in education, including expertise in special education, behavior, equity, culture, and belonging. As the creator of Easy Equity, he has committed his work to making equity accessible and actionable by centering self-reflection, mindfulness, and the power of affirming language. His approach helps individuals and organizations embrace equity as a way of being rather than just an external practice.Michael has worked extensively to support diverse learners, foster inclusive environments, and develop equity-driven strategies. His expertise in special education and behavior has given him a unique lens to address the systemic challenges within schools and organizations, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background or ability, feel valued and seen.His personal and professional journey has shaped his understanding that inequity often begins with self-denial. Through Easy Equity and his consulting work with Equitable Solutions, Michael provides tools and frameworks for individuals and teams to shift from self-doubt to affirmation using intentional practices such as gratitude exercises, cognitive reframing, and meditation.Michael’s vision for a more equitable and inclusive world is rooted in his belief that when individuals recognize their own worth and embrace their authentic selves, they naturally create inclusive and affirming spaces for others. His book, Easy Equity, serves as both a guide and a workbook for anyone looking to embark on a transformative journey of self-affirmation and equity-centered living.For consultations, training, or to learn more about his work, Michael can be reached at:📞 720-835-9888📧 sykes.equitable.solutions@gmail.com🌐 www.equitablesolutions.net📸 Instagram: @equitablesolutionscoloradohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-sykes-3a48726b/