In this episode, Dr. LaMarr D. Shields is joined by LaMonika Hill, the author of Liv & Gabby. LaMonika shares her personal challenges with mental illness and decided to write a book entitled  Liv and Gabby: Brighter Days Ahead to help children understand the effects and causes of mental illness, and to learn the importance of being supportive and never losing sight of brighter days, no matter how dark things may seem.

LaMonika's advocacy work is centered on increasing awareness to end the stigma surrounding mental illness. She emphasizes that seeking help for mental illness is a sign of strength, not weakness. Her experience and understanding of mental illness have profoundly affected others, allowing them to see that they are not alone in their struggles.

www.thehelpingheal.com

Research shows that there is real power in play. Through play, children develop the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills they need to thrive both now and into their futures. 

In this episode, Dr. Shields is joined by Drew Vernon, Founder, and CEO of tonies. Drew Vernon is the marketing director for tonies, a dad, podcaster, and childhood advocate, who understands that their is purpose in play.

The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free digital listening experience that plays stories, songs, and more.

Designed for little listeners ages 3+, it’s the perfect storytime companion for tiny hands and active imaginations.

What’s the value of living in the present?

This is the question Dr. Shields posed to Kim Tang, an internationally recognized yoga instructor and breathwork facilitator.  In this episode, Kim shares strategies to eliminate distracting and staying present.


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