It's Not How You Start But How You Finish

Check out some of what sister Cathy shared during her single-parent journey & some of her words of inspiration that can give hope to those who are single parents Full episode scheduled to be released Friday, December 18, 2020 Sister Cathy Garrett-Davis bio in her own words.  "My passion is to empower people through encouragement and useful knowledge that improves everyday life. Born in 19...

Sister Ommeni Richardson's bio in her own words. "I am a native of Sussex County, Delaware where I graduated from the Cape Henlopen school district (2015). I went on to earn a Bachelor's of Art in Film and Media with a minor in Entrepreneurship from Georgia State University (2019). My entrepreneurial journey began in 2012 with OmmYuNique, a hobby-business where I provide handmade je...

Preview: Check out sister Ommeni's answers when she was asked if she thought that her father benefited from his incarceration Full Episode scheduled to be released Friday, December 11, 2020 Sister Ommeni Richardson's bio in her own words. "I am a native of Sussex County, Delaware where I graduated from the Cape Henlopen school district (2015). I went on to earn a Bachelor's of...

Here's some of brother John & sister Jenise Robinson's story by brother John Robinson. "My wife, Jenise, and I met Labor Day weekend in 2013. We actually met on an Internet dating site called Black People Meet. Jenise and I were both previously married, and both of us have children from our former spouses. I have two daughters, plus my nephew who was raised when his sister passe...

Check out some of the answers from brother John & sister Jenise Robinson, who have been married since 2016, to provide some practical hope for those who have experienced relationships that didn't work based on some of their past experiences.  Full episode scheduled to be released Friday, December 4, 2020 Here's some of brother John & sister Jenise Robinson's story by brother...

Dr. Jamilla Butler Stafford’s bio in her own words, “Currently, I work as a school psychologist in a middle school in New Jersey.  In my role, I support special education students by developing and overseeing the implementation of individualized educational programs. I have been working as a school psychologist since 2006 except for a brief hiatus when I attended Palmer Theological Seminary from 2...

Check out our preview when our guest Dr. Jamilla Butler Stafford a Certified School Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, PsyD explained, "the importance of the need for schools to be equipped to understand how mental health issues & trauma impact children...as well as she explained the significance for schools to work from a trauma-informed lens. Hear her beliefs about students getting su...

"Sheila Boynton is a speaker, therapist, life coach and founder of Soul Transformation LLC where she provides therapy services for individuals, couples, and families. For 15+ years, Sheila has practiced traditional talk therapy addressing a myriad of issues including sexual abuse, relationship problems, addiction, grief & loss, family conflicts and life coaching. Her mission as a therapis...

Check out our preview with our guest Minister Sheila D. Boynton, LSW, MDiv, CAMS-I who provides hope for those impacted by sexual abuse. Here's some of what she stated"...While we talk about the abuse, the statics there is also hope...I know that I can be the only Bible someone reads and my story, so...you're listening to a woman who has experienced sexual abuse by her stepfather an...

Brother Scott Morgan is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was raised in a Christian family. He was released from being incarcerated four years ago. He was saved as a child. He rededicated his life to his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ in 2014 and he got baptized in 2016. He is connected to the prison ministry at the church where he is a current member. 

Brother Scott Morgan is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was raised in a Christian family. He was released from being incarcerated four years ago. He was saved as a child. He rededicated his life to his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ in 2014 and he got baptized in 2016. He is connected to the prison ministry at the church where he is a current member.  Check out Brother Scott Morgan's Prev...

We all talk about how we met, some of our lessons learned, words of inspiration, etc. during our discussion on Marriage with our guests Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph. D. Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph. D. have not only been partners in marriage for many years but they continue to serve/work together as the co-owners of their business the Walter E. Sabbath, Jr. Fune...

Check out these helpful words of wisdom shared by Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph. D. who has been married for thirty-five years. Brother Walter & Sister Tawana Sabbath, Ph. D. have not only been partners in marriage for many years but they continue to serve/work together as the co-owners of their business the Walter E. Sabbath, Jr. Funeral Service, www.sabbathcare.com , that ha...

Rev. Dr. Carla J. Debnam is an "experienced mental health professional, workshop facilitator, and consultant." She is the Executive director at The Renaissance Center, therenaissancecenter.org . 

Check out this preview with our guest Rev. Dr. Carla J. Debnam explains how a person's grief does not have a timeline and how grief is personal and specific to the individual.  Rev. Dr. Carla J. Debnam is an "experienced mental health professional, workshop facilitator, and consultant." She is the Executive director at The Renaissance Center, therenaissancecenter.org .  Full episode...

"Chaplain Vic King teaches spiritual recovery classes at Helping Up Mission , leads retreats, and produces the podcasts A Shot of Hope: Recovery Stories and Recovery Roundtable . He is passionate about helping people tell true stories and discover the goodness – creative and redemptive – that God gives. You can contact him via his website ."

Check out our preview with our guest Chaplain Vic King who reviewed the meaning of recovery. "Chaplain Vic King teaches spiritual recovery classes at Helping Up Mission , leads retreats, and produces the podcasts A Shot of Hope: Recovery Stories and Recovery Roundtable . He is passionate about helping people tell true stories and discover the goodness – creative and redemptive – that God give...

"David Garlock is a successful returning citizen, reentry professional, and criminal justice reform, advocate. David and his brother received 25-year sentences in Alabama after taking the life of their abuser. A client of Equal Justice Initiative, he was released on parole in 2013 after serving more than 13 years and pursuing several educational opportunities while incarcerated. He subsequent...

Check out the answer our returning guest brother David Garlock shared that can help someone who has been sexually abused. Full episode scheduled to be released Friday, October 16, 2020 "David Garlock is a successful returning citizen, reentry professional, and criminal justice reform, advocate. David and his brother received 25-year sentences in Alabama after taking the life of their abuser....

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month this episode reviewed how the Domestic Violence Awareness Month started, its purpose...along with us having a continued conversation regarding Domestic Violence with our guest Rev. Dr. Helena Fontes who “is the founder and CEO of New View Institute, https://www.newviewinstitute.org/ which is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization.”    

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, our next episode (scheduled to be released Friday, October 9th, 2020) will review how the Domestic Violence Awareness Month started...along with us having a continued conversation regarding Domestic Violence with our guest Rev. Dr. Helena Fontes. Check out our preview with our guest Rev. Dr. Helena Fontes who shared how the New View Institute, https:/...

Dr. Orlando Davis is a psychiatrist with thirty-five years of experience. He practices as a psychiatrist in Maryland which he treats those impacted by mental health and substance abuse problems. For comments or questions feel free to email info@itsnothowyoustartbuthowyoufinish.com

Check out this preview from our discussion on Substance Abuse Disorder/Substance Use Disorder with our guest Dr. Orlando Davis who shares his professional experience and faith-based recommendation. Dr. Orlando Davis is a psychiatrist with thirty-five years of experience. He practices as a psychiatrist in Maryland which he treats those impacted by mental health and substance abuse problems. Full ep...

Brother Leon Hazzard was born in a small town and he belongs to a large family. Before he became saved, he made some bad choices in his life that caused him to be incarcerated and a returning citizen. He realized being incarcerated saved his life. He learned what worked for him as a returning citizen that allowed him to finally stop the cycle of his season of getting incarcerated. He made the best...

Check out the preview with our guest Brother Leon that provides words of inspiration from his personal experience. Full episode scheduled to be released 9/25/2020. Brother Leon Hazzard was born in a small town and he belongs to a large family. Before he became saved, he made some bad choices in his life that caused him to be incarcerated and a returning citizen. He realized being incarcerated save...