This episode breaks down the code for building relationships worth keeping. We explore how to define your needs, master the essential skills for deep connection, and develop your own identity within interpersonal relationships.

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

It's happened before and it's happening again. Efforts to play down the contributions and value of certain people or remove them altogether. We discuss what's happening on a daily basis before our very eyes.

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On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

Malachi Armstrong took the life of Mariam Wilson in an accident. He hit her but he didn't run. He's a new man, dedicated to improving himself and the lives of others...with a life gone and her sons always in mind.

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On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

He could have left us for good! With a second chance, he's a better man in every way. Part II is for everyone to take home some lessons for living, for life.

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

Young and healthy...but stressed. Imagine not seeing the signs, then a doctor says you are in the middle of a heart attack. There's a lot to learn from this episode.

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

My girl, my man, my love—no matter what term you use for your partner, your word of choice can imply much more than just that they’re special to you. In this episode, one word in particular—ownership—draws battle lines, and we might need a lawyer.

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

A Father's Day special...who's crying? We celebrate a strong father & son relationship challenged by addiction, sobriety, and recovery. CJ shares his "Pops" for an interview with the crew; 32 years of sobriety, recovery and growth. "Have you ever seen a man live twice?"

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!

CJ, Doc and our guest look back at the election, the power of the vote and boycotting. We tackle the questions, is the African American vote and our estimated 1.5 trillion dollar spending power taken for granted?

On The Growth Plate we feed your mind, growth is up to you!