The host will present information on the topic of Codependency. Codependency is a learned behavior that involves an unhealthy level of dependency on another person in a relationship. Codependent people may prioritize the other person's needs over their own, and may feel like they need to depend on the other person to define themselves. This can lead to a power imbalance in the relationship, where one person takes on the role of "giver" and the other takes on the role of "taker". Codependency can occur in many types of relationships, including romantic, platonic, or familial. Let's dig deeper. Does this remind you of someone you are close to? Are you codependent, and you did not realize it?

Organ donation!! On the next episode of 'They Made it Happen - with Linda' podcast, the host discusses the importance of Organ donation. Organ donation has many positive effects on the donor and recipients who experience the greatest benefit. Many organs and tissues can be donated and transplanted. Even farther-reaching effects outside of the donors and recipients is the impact on families and friends who love and support those in need of a transplant. Organ donation and transplantation allows a deceased or living donor to give life to another. Surgeons remove a healthy organ from a donor who doesn’t need it and transfer it to someone else who does. Organs that they can transplant include the liver, kidney, heart, lungs and more. The waiting list is not simply a list of people who are eligible for transplant. It’s a dynamic, complex algorithm based on a carefully developed policy that ensures scarce organs are allocated to recipients as fairly and accurately as possible within highly constricted time frames. Are you an organ donor? Are you registered? Is it annotated onto your drivers license? What restrictions' or reservations do you have? Hear this compelling episode, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 and publishes on most digital outlets at 9:00 am. Please Share! How do you feel about this? Please comment below.

The root of mental health stigma among Black people can be traced back to slavery. At that time, it was commonly thought enslaved people were not sophisticated enough to develop depression, anxiety, or other mental health disorders. Good mental health consists of maintaining strong social connections and living a fulfilling and productive life while effectively coping with stress and making positive contributions to family, work and their community To maintain good mental health, many people turn to friends, family, the church and other community supports, especially when they are going through emotional difficulty. However, there may be times when these supports are not enough to maintain emotional wellness and seeing a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, is needed. Despite the need for some individuals to seek out professional mental health services, they are hesitant to approach the mental health system due to barriers such as stigma and distrust of the health care system.