The SonRise Project creator, Kelli Richardson Lawson introduces Dr. Vikki Johnson. Vikki is a transformational speaker, a chaplain, a spiritual wellness practitioner, and a best-selling author of 12 books. Her most recent book is called Soul Wealth: Finding Vision, Compassion, Authenticity, Abundance, and Legacy in the Midst of Chaos. Dr. Johnson defines Soul Wealth as thriving from a place of emotional, mental, and spiritual strength. She encourages women to find that source deep within which includes vision, compassion, authenticity, and abundance. She says mothers have to manifest those things in their lives first before they can help their children, partners, families, communities, and even the world. Soul Wealth guides women to invest in their most treasured and hidden resources, themselves.

The SonRise Project creator, Kelli Richardson Lawson introduces master coach, author, and founder of Aiming High Inc., Sylvia High. Sylvia says we all have a vision for what our lives should be, including expectations about our children. When our plans don’t unfold the way we think they should, we often suffer a sense of failure, loss, and deep emotional pain. Especially when we’re dealing with the people most precious to us… our children. Sylvia insists that we confront our negative self-perceptions. She says in times of crisis, transformational tools are the answer. She says when we're willing to embrace transformation, we actually become empowered to shift what doesn’t align with what we want for ourselves. We must learn to author a new narrative. One that embraces our actual life experiences and is aligned with appreciation and gratitude for the journey. Silvia also reminds us that when we don't author ourselves or our circumstances, those circumstances will author us.

The SonRise Project creator, Kelli Richardson Lawson introduces Dr. Linda McGhee, a clinical psychologist, specializing in adolescents and assessments for learning differences. She also speaks nationally on anxiety, race, education, and the availability of resources. In this episode, Dr. McGhee shares her expertise about what parents can do to help their children struggling with mental wellness issues. She emphasizes the importance of seeking treatment when one sees signs of trouble like depression, anxiety, or addiction. Dr. McGhee says mood disorders in children can often look like anger and striking out. But symptoms can also be physical, including changes in sleep and eating patterns. She urges concerned parents to trust their own instincts. And if you discover your child is suffering from some form of mental illness, seek education and assistance from trained professionals immediately.

The SonRise Project is dedicated to helping sons and daughters lead mentally healthy lives while providing a safe space to share and support families dealing with mental illness and addiction issues across the country. Hosted by Kelli Richardson Lawson.