Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast

By: T-Kea Blackman and Jordan Scott
  • Summary

  • Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast (formerly Fireflies Unite Podcast with Kea) is hosted by T-Kea Blackman and Jordan Scott. Their mission is simple; normalize the conversation about suicide in the Black community, provide hope, and resources. New episodes are available bi-weekly on Wednesdays.


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    Podcast Website: www.blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org/
    Email Us: info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org

    T-Kea's IG: @t_keablackman
    Jordan's IG: @thelatebluumer

    If you are in a mental health crisis, dial "988."

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Episodes
  • Fireflies Unite: Welcome Teaser
    Dec 1 2017

    It all started with a suicide attempt – eight months following my major depression and generalized anxiety disorders diagnosis. After 10 years of struggling with suicidal thoughts, I could no longer mask my pain. Upon waking up in a psychiatric unit I knew hiding this secret was doing more harm than good. Meet Kea and learn more about her story.

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    25 mins
  • Underrated New Year’s Resolutions: Mental Health Goals
    Jan 1 2018
    It's the start of the new year and many of us have goals that we want to accomplish. We set goals such as losing weight, rebuilding credit, saving or maybe we want to start a business. While all of our goals are certainty obtainable we tend to forget to focus on goals that improve our mental and emotional health. Kea discusses goals that will enhance your mental health while providing encouragement and resources. 8 Ways Forgiveness is Good For Your Health Huffington Post Article:https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/25/forgiveness-health-benefits_n_6029736.htmlFireflies Website:www.firefliesunite.com Join the conversation and get social!Facebook Closed Group: Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/Facebook Fan Page:https://www.facebook.com/firefliespod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FirefliespodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Firefliespod/Therapist Shout-Out: Dr. Tameka Tucker, Inceptus Psychological & Consulting Services in Washington, DC and Alexandria, VAWebsite: http://inceptuspsych.com/Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habit. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.- Lao TzuProclamation Of Forgiveness:Today, I am forgiving (person’s name) for (what did they do?). I am releasing hate, guilt, and pity, and embracing love, peace and serenity. I am no longer holding myself in bondage. I am free.5 Mental Health Goals to Incorporate Into the New Yearhttps://themighty.com/2017/12/mental-health-goals-2018/All podcast inquiries: podcast@firefliesunite.com
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    33 mins
  • You're Acting Bipolar Featuring Dr. B. Duke
    Jan 8 2018
    Some of us are guilty of casually saying things such as the weather is bipolar or we'll jokingly say someone is acting bipolar without understanding what the illness consist of. More than 5 million people in the United States have bipolar disorder. People with bipolar disorder typically have mood swings that range from highs called mania to lows called depression. Learn more about bipolar disorder. Kea interviews Dr. B. Duke who shares her battle with bipolar and generalized anxiety disorders. Therapist Shout-out: Karen Allen, Imani ConsultingWebsite: http://www.imaniconsulting.com/ Services located in Bowie, MDPlease don't forget to send your therapist shout-outs and journal entries to podcast@firefliesunite.com with your therapist name, website and city that his or she is located. Send your therapist name, website and city that his or she is located. Your name will not be stated on the podcast unless you state otherwise.Healthline Article:https://www.healthline.com/health/could-it-be-bipolar-signs-to-look-for#diagnosis-and-treatment7
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    1 hr and 9 mins

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