We are excited and honored to feature SiriusXM's "Hood Medicine" on our next SonRise Call. The pandemic remains a nationwide threat to black and brown people, yet it also birthed many important causes and initiatives.

Our guests will tackle the topics of mental health, depression, and suicide prevention. He will share his story which includes almost an unbelievable amount of trauma. Yet, he persevered and now encourages others to press on despite the circumstances.

Jayson Wells is a former professional basketball player who now guides people on their individual and collective journeys of greatness.

Tune in as he introduces an acronym that will bring tangible insight into how we can become modern-day parents and deal with current and ever-existing challenges within the parenting space.

So it is refreshing to have our resident expert Dr. Linda McGhee back to teach us how to self-heal during these turbulent times. She will explore ways for parents to heal inner wounds that have been exposed during the pandemic and racial and civil unrest these past few years. Let's take the opportunity to look inward, acknowledge the hurt, start to heal, and emerge victoriously.

We are happy to welcome back the amazing Shewonia Bowman. Shewonia, among many other things, is a dedicated caregiver. She recently experienced the loss of her father and now cares for her mother, who suffers from Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer's is an irreversible disease that slowly destroys memory, thinking skills, and the ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

Despite all of her trials and tribulations, Shewonia uses her breadth of knowledge to research, speak to professionals, and share her journey and experience with this disease that impacts an estimated 2.2 million African Americans.

Calling all of the mamas! We invite our SonRise Village to join us as we hold an open session celebrating Mother’s Day. Our Founder and CEO, Kelli Richardson Lawson, will moderate this interactive session and open the floor for an honest conversation about motherhood.

Addison Rose is a high school Junior leader in her community. She is also a survivor of suicide attempts and sexual abuse/rape. Her story moved us to our core, and we know that it will help many young teens dealing with depression, trauma, and anxiety.

As we move into Springtime, let's wind down and relax as a community. We can also find inspiration from a brother who travels a journey many of our sons can appreciate. We welcome Artist and Poet Byron Linnell Edwards to our SonRise Session. As a young man who sometimes felt the pain of his mental wellness, he found purpose in the arts.

Regardless of what has happened in your life, miracles still happen every day. Resurrection means "the rising again to life" Whether it is your spirit, soul, mindset, relationships, marriage, or finances - it can be revived to be just as good or better than before. Dr. Vikki Johnson returns to share a message of encouragement to our SonRise community. Please call in for motivation and inspiration!

When navigating the storm, it helps to have strategies to find peace. Join us shortly as Tamiko Ruby J. walks us through healing meditation techniques. She is a SonRise Mother who raised a son with challenges who is now doing wonderfully well. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation.

According to some research estimates, Alzheimer's Disease is almost twice as prevalent in the older Black community than in other minority groups in the United States. The reasons for the increased burden are unknown. We are underrepresented in clinical research studies, so the contributions of risk factors and disease pathologies to Alzheimer's Disease are still poorly understood.

As parents, we often commit to everything else but often forget to commit to our wellness, but being well is key when it comes to supporting our children during tough times. Who can do it for us if we don't care for ourselves?

Many may feel it is too much to bear with everything at home and work. The good news is, you got this.

Bersan Shaw shares her incredible survivor story of being an "Unstoppable Warrior Woman." After being diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer, her experience with depression and loneliness led her to look to many places to find the answers and support she needed.

Smoking weed seems part of the "new normal" of teenage and young adult life. Most people say, "Oh, don't worry, it's not addictive," Yet, yesterday's marijuana is nothing like today's marijuana. It varies from vaping to edibles and various methods teens can use. With such a huge surge in teenage marijuana use and addiction, it can wreak havoc on families while impacting the mental health of many of our children.

Kym Whitley shares that the most important and rewarding season in her life is being a loving mother to her beautiful son, Joshua. However, most of us would consider her television and film achievements, her 2022 NAACP Image Award-winning podcast, or her healthy eating journey an inspiration. Kym would likely say that none of it has come easily, and it has taught her a lot about herself.

Are you responsible for raising your own children and caring for your aging parents? Your older sibling? Your grandparents? What about an aunt or an uncle? Do you feel as though you are being pulled in so many directions that you struggle to hold it together? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are likely part of the “sandwich generation”, and potentially in a circle of care.

A recently published study revealed that between 2013 and 2019, the rate of suicide of Black males ages 15-24 increased by 47 percent. That trend has continued over the last two years. Parents must be prepared and empowered to help their sons confront this crisis. Dr. Rick Wallace returns to engage in this critical dialogue with us.

How often have you heard someone say, "Keep your chin up?" or "You are too blessed to be stressed" as you navigate parenting challenges? How often have you felt compelled to say, "Everything is fine." to your friends and loved ones, knowing it isn't?

The world came together to remember the horrific terrorist attacks on the United States. Memories of the thousands of lost lives continue to bring sadness to the families and those who survived. We at The SonRise Project extend our continued sympathy and prayers for all who continue to grieve.