Welcome to "Consulting Between Friends." I am your host, Michael Holmes Jr. Now, let's dive into the five viral headlines that have everyone's attention in our segment, "What's Going On In The News."

This month's top 5 topics are:

1. Louisiana lawmakers made abortion drugs a criminal offense for users.
2. The Ten Commandments in Louisiana schools
3. Trump was found guilty and convicted over business records
4. P Diddy's allegations of sexual abuse
5. Hunter Biden federal gun trial

Let's explore these viral topics and see what's going on.

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• WDSU NEWS: Abortion Drugs
• Nola.com
• The Associated Press
• The Ten Commandments MSNBC NEWS:
• Trump
• P Diddy
• The Associated Press: Hunter Biden
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I'm excited to announce the beginning of season four. As we move forward, I'm thrilled to introduce a new segment called "What's Going On In The News." Each month, I'll be sharing my opinion on five relevant and timely topics, providing you with the same high-quality content you've come to expect from our podcast.

This segment will allow us to explore more current and critical issues that are essential to know. Stay tuned for the upcoming episodes! I'm also working on new ways to gather and incorporate your feedback into our podcast. Your opinions matter to me, and I always strive to provide the best possible content for you.

Thank you for choosing Consulting Between Friends as your go-to podcast. I'm confident that our new segment will be a welcome addition to our podcast, and I can't wait to hear your thoughts on it.

Here's to another exciting season together!

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As an individual, we have to become our inspiration in life. We all have things we desire and dream of. The first step is believing that you can accomplish anything. Some people have trouble believing in themselves and appreciating what abilities they have. Some individuals have a problem loving themselves, and this is a lack of Self-Love.

Your self-worth is essential to your mental health. Throughout life, we all are going to run into obstacles. These can occasionally change our path in life. Self-love is accepting yourself wholeheartedly, treating yourself with kindness and respect, and prioritizing your physical and emotional health. Some people have trouble accepting who they are and who they’ve become.

People question themselves around others and think about how others will view them. When a person lacks self-love, they may need to seek professional help. A professional can provide advice and a place where the person can discuss their problems.

In this episode, I will interview a Self-Love expert named Karishma Gautam. Karishma will discuss why self-love is essential to everyone.

The topic is Self-Love: The Key To Happiness.

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Special Guest: Karishma Gautam Self-Love Expert

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Facebook: www.facebook.com/karishma.gautam80

Website: www.elevateselflove.com

Email: Karishma@elevateselflove.com

References:

Psychology Today https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/conquering-codependency/202306/the-power-of-self-love

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/make-it-make-sense/202207/self-love-is-self-care

Verywell Mind https://www.verywellmind.com/ways-to-practice-self-love-5667417

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Everyone has a voice, and knowing how to use it is powerful. There are different things that you want to fight for in your life. For example, people might fight for human, animal, and women's rights.

Some people don’t know how to use their voice. Using your voice properly might seem difficult for people who lack confidence.

In History, people have always fought for what they believed. The ways people fight may have changed but the ability hasn't. Speaking up for yourself is important for your self-esteem. When your self-esteem is high you can accomplish anything. People can express what they believe in at work and that might create changes.

In this episode I break down the different ways people can voice their opinions.

The topic is Speaking Up: The Problem Solver.

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CBF (closing remarks) One last thing, Remember to support local businesses and your voice is your way to make a difference for your beliefs.

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References:

Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/2022/04/dont-underestimate-the-power-of-your-voice

https://hbr.org/2023/04/make-it-safe-for-employees-to-speak-up-especially-in-risky-times

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/crucial-conversations/201309/how-to-speak-up-without-causing-a-blow-up

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/conversational-intelligence/201805/why-we-dont-speak-up

OneTrust: https://www.onetrust.com/blog/speak-up-culture-101-why-speak-up-culture-matters-and-how-to-build-yours/

Indeed: https://ca.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/speak-up-at-work

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When there is a situation in your community, there are people who resolve these issues. There are organizations in your area that can resolve any problem. For example, the school system, unemployment, and citizens' rights, community organizers can resolve issues.

Most organizations will have a person who is a community organizer, and the organizer is responsible for finding a solution to any problem. A community organizer is defined as an individual who networks with and mobilizes the community to support a cause, develop programs, and initiate any other positive social impact. This community organizer has knowledge and education on the different subjects individuals need.

There are some unique people you may come across in life that can benefit you. These individuals have skills in different professions they offer and others which you can learn from. This person is a mentor who can change your perspective in life. A mentor is defined as an individual who acts as an adviser or coach for a less experienced person in a field and provides expertise and professional knowledge from a more experienced perspective.

There are mentors in all subjects in education that you can choose from. The person or the group will be surprised by what knowledge they will gain from a mentor. Some people are looking for direction in a specific career or a coach to guide them along the way.

In this episode, I will be interviewing Lynda Woolard, a community organizer as well as a mentor who transformed many lives.

The topic is The Journey Of A Community Organizer Who Became A Mentor Named Lynda Woolard.

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Special Guest: Lynda Woolard Community Organizer and Mentor

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Podcast name: Louisiana Lefty

Website: https://louisianalefty.rocks/

Email: info@louisianalefty.rocks

MSNBC News Article: https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/jeff-landry-wins-louisiana-governor-rcna120727

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The new generation doesn't have the same problems as their parents. The new generation has an open mind to their life and is aware of what is needed from them. Racism is still a problem and will continue to be a factor in life. The difference with racism from the past, people of color have more freedom to live their lives.

The opportunities for people of color are available and can be profitable in the end. Every race of people is treated equally. This is what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was fighting for for all people regardless of their race or gender. The problem that has become an eye-opener with African Americans is their life by law enforcement. The violence between black people is still a concern and has caused problems in the community.

With the number of police shootings, black people are in protection mode for their lives. The African American population has made it a focus to rethink their actions at the time with law enforcement. In this episode, I will mention movies and documentaries depicting situations that black people have to face in life.

The topic is Historical Black Movies and Accomplishments Part 3.

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CBF (closing remarks) One last thing, Remember to support local businesses and let your mind write the story of your life.

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In History, we learn what great individuals came before us. The history of others gives us knowledge about what to expect from life. We have to create our path in life to achieve anything.

The past is important to look back on, but someone is creating history every day. The person is just living their life and later realizes that sometimes they will change the future with their thoughts. There are types of movies that tell a story about a person that are called biopics.

Biopics are a person and some of these stories are worth looking into. You will be amazed by what you learn about someone's life, you might even relate to them. There are biopics and documentaries of black people and culture that get overlooked which are important to history.

These stories depict what black people have overcome and what situations still need our attention for a better future. In this episode, I discuss black biopics and documentaries of individuals you may know of.

The topic is Historical Black Movies and Accomplishments Part 2.

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CBF (closing remarks) One last thing, Remember to support local businesses and let your mind write the story of your life.

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The story of life has a beginning and ending for everyone, and this story can have tribulations and accomplishments. History is defined as a chronological record of events and human affairs. The history that we will focus on is Black History.

Black History is a part of American history more than most people think. Black History tells the stories of African Americans from the past to the present. There was a time when their culture wasn’t appreciated, however, now black culture is at the forefront of many avenues in American life.

We love to watch movies, movies show us all different realities, some real and some fantasy. Movies allow people to tell stories about different events and people's lives. There are some well-known black history movies, and some that haven’t received the same praise. These stories need to have the same attention as the popular ones.

This episode will focus on some of the less-known black history movies that are about monumental moments in black history.

The topic is Historical Black Movies and Accomplishments Part 1.

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CBF (closing remarks) One last thing, Remember to support local businesses and let your mind write the story of your life.

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