Wine Therapy’s "Let's Talk About It"

Hey Family and Happy Wine Therapy Wednesday. Tonight Dr. Maritza Johnson is talking about what triggers are, the affects of triggers, and some helpful tips to use to cope or deal with triggers. Triggers are emotional reactions to something we consider disturbing. Dr. Maritza Johnson shares with her audience some common example of triggers as well as her personal experience with triggers for depth...

Data shows that up to 35% of elite athletes suffer from a mental health crisis which may manifest as stress, eating disorders, burnout, or depression and anxiety. Athletes deal with so much pressure and they encounter risk factors for mental health disruption such as lifestyle requirements, the competitive environment, and the impact of social stigmas and perfection.  Today, I have the pleasu...

Happy Birthday to my mother, Laretta Johnson. Grief rituals or mourning rituals are symbolic activities that help bring love ones together to express their thoughts and feelings of love for their deceased love ones. These rituals have been proven to help reduce pain and burdens during the time of grief. This episode discuss how my family has develop grief rituals to help us overcome the passing of...

Relationships are important because it becomes vital to our mental health and emotional well-being. Relationships helps us to connect with people to share our lives with and people who can help us in tough times. This show talks about being intentional, honoring, and valuing relationships. Our guest, Trinity Mitchell, has a new show called "Friend Fusion" and she is helping us with understanding w...

Therapy and Ministry are different in the approach of how they help those in need. Many of us may be against therapy because we use our pastor for counseling because of the word they use as a guide. However, there is something called Christian Counseling. This style of counseling has a unique advantage of being able to approach issues holistically based on three dimensions-body, mind, and spirit....

Grief is something that we all face in life. We grieve failed relationships, the death of a loved one, and losing a job or moving. Grief is a part of life just as much as the healing process of a part of life. We have to go through the entire process of healing to be stronger, wiser, and healthier in the end.  Tonight my guest LaMonica Nolen and myself shared our challenges with grief and als...

Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death for Americans today. Over 1.3 million Americans attempted suicide last year alone. Some of us don't understand how suicide can be the answer for someone but it happens. People feel alone, lost, hopeless, and that the world would be better without them. Suicide could be the only answer that appears logical in the moment of despair for many. The goal of thi...

Approximately 1 in 10 moms suffer from Postpartum Depression. Postpartum Depression is a perinatal/ postpartum mood and anxiety disorder and is one of the most medical complications during and after pregnancy. Symptoms of postpartum depression can put you in the mind of the "baby blues" but symptoms are most intense and they last longer. 50% of women experiencing postpartum depression are undiagno...

The father wound is the absence of this love from your birth father. The wound can be caused by: Neglect – I am unimportant, Absence – Divorce, separation, death, Abuse – Mental, physical, sexual, spiritual, Control – Oppressive domination, and Withholding – Love, blessings and/or affirmation, deficiencies that lead to a profound lack of self-acceptance. This episode will highlight the challenges...

Identity Crisis is an event where someone questions their sense of self or place in the world. Identity Crisis can occur when someone is moving, experiencing a divorce, having a child, etc. Developmental psychologist Erik Erikson, believed that the formation of identity was one of the most important conflicts that people face. In this episode my guest, Marissa Trail, and I will discuss some challe...

Self-Care is so important to our everyday life and we have to make yourself the priority. There is saying that “you can't pour from an empty cup." This statement is so true because when you don’t give to yourself you, you have nothing to give to others. Episode 1 discusses how to change your perception of self-care. Self care is more than the average massage, pedicure, or bubble bath. Self- care i...

Hello viewers, Welcome back to my channel. Today’s episode is S-1, E-11: Couples Retreat in the Cellar "Where It Began". In this video, I am describing some important things about couples. One important thing about couples is, they should surround themselves with other couples to get insight on how couples handle difficult times. This video setting is our couples night and we all shared where it b...

Hello family, Welcome back to your favorite YouTube channel Dr. Maritza Johnson. Today’s video is S-1, E-10, The Recipe To Reduce The "Holiday Blues". The "holiday blues" are common and we tend to feel those feelings of sadness more so during the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays. The holiday blues can be intense but would not be medical diagnosed as depression. In this video, we have Dr. Toni Jo...

MEN OF LEGACY were our special guest on the show. The purpose of this show was to provide our men a safe space to talk about their life challenges. Each guest showed vulnerability and authenticity during the show about their mental health. This show also discussed the importance of seeking professional help and the difference between a therapist and a supportive confidant.   Men, we welc...

It’s ladies night and we are winding down with wine to discuss “Dating”. Dating has changed so much over the years that social media and dating sites have become the new method of meeting new people. We will talk about the “do’s and don’t” of dating and also challenges we face as women in the dating scene.   Now of course, each person presented in the show has different perspectives and...

Being vulnerable can be very challenging and uncomfortable as you share some things that you may view as shameful. There is a myth that being vulnerable is being weak. This statement is very false and is actually the opposite of weakness. Being vulnerable with someone "Who Has Earned It" shows courage. There is strength in being vulnerable and the great thing is that the person who you share your...

Boundaries are limits and rules we set for ourselves in relationships. Those individuals with healthy boundaries aren't afraid to say no when the lines have been crossed for them in a negative way. Boundaries is a broad topic as well it varies from person to person. The "Scruggs", Marcel and Crystal Scruggs, are here to help me talk about boundaries in a relationship. Remember its never to late to...

Real and genuine relationships are hard to come by. These groups friends share their story as they attended an HBCU (Mississippi Valley State University) and how their experience was as a student. They share their memories at the University and also how their friendship. We want you to leave here knowing the importance of a HBCU and a support system.   ✿ STAY CONNECTED: ★ Instagram: @_wine_th...

Research shows that you will be more successful if you are raised in a two parent home. But what about if you grew up in a single parent home? the video above gives both perspectives. Comment below and give yours. Happy Wine Therapy Wednesday!   TO PURCHASE THE WINE OF TODAY CHECK OUT THE LINK BELOW!👇🏾  https://cwinterceptwines.com  ✿ STAY CONNECTED: ★ Instagram: @_wine_therapy ★P...

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This was a real and uncut conversation of “Being Selfless”. How does being selfless affect your relationships and career life? What are steps you plan to take to become more selfless? Do you have a limit on being selfless?  While watching you can comment, like,  and share. I want to know your thoughts.   Link to John Legends LVE wine 👇🏾  https://lvewines.com  ✿ STAY CONN...

Happy Wine Therapy Wednesday.  I hope that you all enjoy this snippet of what is to come for wine therapy. I pray that the discussions going forth will be a help to you in your journey of life! God has truly turned my pain into purpose. Talking about my issues helped me tremendously and now I want to be a help to the world! Be on the look out for more to come 🍷❤️   ✿ STAY CONNECTED: ★ I...