The SonRise Project Podcast

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, here to explore how we can move beyond the heavy weight of guilt and embrace the freedom of grace. Follow her on Instagram: @linda_mc...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is financial expert Dr. Lynn Richardson to explore how to rethink money, budgeting, and financial goals for 2026 and beyond. Follow her on Instagram: @lynnrichardson  What You...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is behavioral strategist Janine Horne, here to explore how intentional choices can break old patterns and create lasting change. Follow her on Instagram: @ j.holistic.rn . Wha...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I want to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions about mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is speaker and coach Jesaira Glover‑Dulin to explore what it truly means to be authentic — and how embracing necessary shifts can unlock deeper alignment and purpose. Follow her...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I want to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions about mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, as we commemorate The SonRise Project’s 300th call with gratitude, reflection, and celebration. Follow her on Instagram: @linda_mcghee1....

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I want to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions about mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is speaker and leadership coach Corey Minor Smith to explore how setbacks and challenges can become stepping stones for growth. Follow her on Instagram: @coreyempowers What You'l...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is legendary coach and mentor Coach Bev Kearney to explore how to choose gratitude even in the midst of life’s challenges. Follow her on Instagram: @coachbevkearney What You'l...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is author and coach Sylvia High to explore how we can find peace by understanding and managing our inner world — not battling it. Follow her on Instagram: @sylviahigh  What Yo...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is speaker, advocate, and storyteller Taharka Sankara for an honest conversation about life’s transitions, identity, and connection. Follow him on Instagram: @ counssupptserv...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Elders Matter So Should Our Adult Children 'Show Up' At Family Gathering...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is wellness advocate Cherise Mattheson to explore why self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s essential. Follow her on Instagram: @savvycherise  What You'll Learn: In this episode, Ch...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is parenting coach and speaker Diane Haskell to talk about raising children with intention and purpose — regardless of life’s circumstances.  What You'll Learn: In this episod...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is family communication expert Lexi Hopkins Cunningham to explore how to connect with teen and adult children in meaningful, respectful ways. Follow her on Instagram: @wellnes...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate through this Open Session. Follow her on Instagram: @linda_mcghee1 What...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is speaker, educator, and advocate Janecia Jay Davis to explore what it truly means to persevere.   What You'll Learn: In this episode, Janecia shares the triumphs and challen...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is award-winning artist, advocate, and founder of Yeye’s Village Lisa McClendon, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Fragile: The Myth of Pain and Suf...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is resilience strategist Karen McKoy, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Life After . . . Suicide. Follow her on Instagram:  @ladykarenmckoy What You...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate this Open Session. Follow her on Instagram: @linda_mcghee1 What You'll L...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is licensed therapist, author, and empowerment expert Tracie Berry McGhee, here to explore the powerful metaphor of “What’s in Your Cup?” Follow her on Instagram: @theempowern...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is master coach and author Sylvia High, here to explore what it truly means to give yourself Permission to Thrive. Follow her on Instagram: @sylviahigh What You'll Learn: In t...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Laverne Collins, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Dealing with Unspoken Issues. Follow her on Instagram: @new_seasons_c...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Linda McGhee, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate this Open Session. Follow her on Instagram: @linda_mcghee1 What You'll L...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Dr. Vikki Johnson, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate through this Open Discussion. Follow her on Instagram: @allthingsvikki What You'll Learn: In...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Candace Washington, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Mental Wellness Is Not A Luxury. Follow her on Instagram: @candacewrites What You'll Learn:...

Welcome to The SonRise Project! I'm Kelli Joy Richardson, and I would like to thank you for joining us in this safe space where all your questions on mental health, parenting, and emotional well-being are welcome. Joining me is Shewonia Roberts, our resident expert, here to share her insights and offer guidance as we navigate Facing Our Fears: A Conversation About Legacy, Love, & Living Fully....