The Letters and Layers Podcast

As we venture full steam ahead into 2022, I'm discussing in this first episode of a two part series, the experience of reading this book ten years later (starting at 12:38) and focusing specifically on the following chapters: Chapter 1: Domestication and the Dream of the Planet Chapter 2: Be Impeccable with your Word I talk about internal agreements I have divorced, and also share a realization I...

Happy New Year! On episode 9 of the podcast I'm reflecting on my reads of 2021. Hope you enjoy! A Promised Land - Barack Obama (13:10) Professional Troublemaker - Luvvie Ajayi Jones (23:50) What Happened to You - Dr. Bruce D. Perry & Oprah Winfrey (27:05) You Are Your Best Thing: An Anthology - Edited by Tarana Burke and Brené Brown (34:00) Set Boundaries, Find Peace - Nedra Glover Tawwab (39:...

No book this episode! I felt moved to just turn on the mic, hit record, and talk to you guys. The end of the year is approaching, so in true "me" fashion, I am reflecting on the season, the year, and life in general. We're discussing realizations about work, adult friendships and living alone. Please share, follow/subscribe, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any thoughts with me, f...

In the final installment of this 3 part series discussing the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace by psychotherapist Nedra Glover Tawwab, I share a recent experience around instituting boundaries at work, and talk about the importance of honoring boundaries with yourself. Discussion of the book begins around the 18:25 minute mark . Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to s...

In part 2 of this 3 part series discussing the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace by psychotherapist Nedra Glover Tawwab, I share my thoughts about the importance of honoring children's boundaries and its impact as adults, along with the difficulty that can come from deciding to end a close relationship. Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any thoughts with me,...

In episode 5 of the podcast, I embark on a 3 part series discussing the book Set Boundaries, Find Peace by psychotherapist Nedra Glover Tawwab. I share my reflections around my perception of boundaries from childhood to adulthood, the gems I have taken from the book so far, and what I find resonates with me the most. Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any th...

On episode 4 of The Bibliotherapy for Black Women Podcast, I discuss some takeaways from a new experience I recently had, I share reflections about going through a transitional season in my life, and I discuss my thoughts on the book You Are Your Best Thing: An Anthology, edited by Tarana Burke and Brené Brown. Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any thoughts...

In episode 3 of the podcast, I recap my thoughts on the book "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey. I share how my new insight from the book has influenced my daily life, and the importance of knowing what tools of re-regulation work for you. Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any thoughts with me, I'd love to hear from you! Send the...

On Episode 2 of The Bibliotherapy for Black Women Podcast, I discuss my takeaways from the book Professional Troublemaker by Luvvie Ajayi-Jones. I also share some personal reflections of how I've began to measure progress in my life, which have helped me keep things in perspective. Please share, recommend, and enjoy the episode! If you would like to share any thoughts with me, feel free! Send them...

This episode of BTBW chronicles my journey towards graduating as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Yale University May 2021. It started in 2017 with a move to Philadelphia, where I would begin a season of challenges, triumphs, and immense self-discovery. I hope you enjoy the episode. If you would like to share any thoughts, feel free! Send them to contact@thelettersandlayers.com...

The Bibliotherapy for Black Women Podcast is a new podcast created and hosted by myself, Amaka Gratia - an early 30s, Black woman Psych/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who recently graduated from Yale, with a passion for books and mental health. This trailer is an introduction to myself as the host and details a preview of what to expect from this podcast series. Episode 1 of this podcast will p...