Life is full of challenges and obstacles we must overcome. Sometimes, we lean on our families for guidance to get to the other side. Other times our friends can give us just the right push to jump through some of these hurdles, but there are also times they may not have an answer. This is when the help of a qualified therapist can be useful.

As our children enter high school, parents quickly learn that there is no concrete “game plan” or “playbook” for navigating these critical years. And for some of us, our children are forced to navigate an environment that may not always be welcoming or diverse. Join as the Vice Principal shares his perspective and insights as he helps to guide children in these critical high school years.

As parents, we spend our children's entire childhood upbringing striving to meet their physical, mental, emotional, and financial needs. However, once they grow up and transition into adulthood, it is more challenging to have a pulse on what's going on in their lives, especially if they have gone away for college.

SonRise celebrates our three-year anniversary, and in honor of that, we have decided to look at "The Power of Three." Did you know that according to Bible scholars, the number three is a number of great significance? The number three was referenced in the Bible 467 times, which signifies completeness. According to the scriptures, there were three wise men, Jesus prayed in the garden three times before being crucified, and he was resurrected on the third day.

February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month, which has the goal of helping us to believe in and appreciate ourselves more, despite whatever we may be facing. Join us today as Beverly Kearney, author of the critically acclaimed book Believe It. Speak It. Do It.

While it is essential to process feelings of sadness, anger, and despair following tragic events, exploring potential solutions and coping methods is equally important. Dr. Rick Wallace returns for another open session to continue the discussion on the untimely death of Tyre Nichols. This conversation will focus on moving forward in the wake of tragedy. We hope to see you on the call!

This week the nation was again devastated by the news of the tragic loss of Tyre Nichols. Nichols passed away on January 10, 2023, just three days after being brutally beaten by five officers of the Memphis Police Department following what appears to be an unwarranted traffic stop. Nichols was loved by many and is survived by a four-year-old son.

At the start of the new year, many people made resolutions to become physically healthy and to get into shape, as evidenced by increased traffic at the gym and continued purchases of dietary supplements. How many of the same people have also resolved to prioritize their mental health?

Remember those complex Lego play sets? The beautiful resulting masterpiece is always pictured on the box; however, without the instructions, there is no real roadmap to get there. Operating with only a vision of what should result in lots of trial and error and perhaps struggle. The same goes for life and parenting. Because our children, unfortunately, do not come with instruction manuals, we sometimes wonder what to do next. Thankfully, there is a village! At SonRise, we strive to connect you to a village of experts, doctors, and speakers, who, through education, trial, and personal experience, have seemed to piece together the blueprint.

Expert coach, mentor, and regular SonRise guest Sylvia High graced us with her powerful presence as we explored the question: What if we relished the power of a new year and day? What does a new day bring in 2023? Let's chart our personal path and explore our limitless possibilities with Sylvia High of Aiming High and Momentum Education.

Getting blindsided by obstacles and constantly putting out fires while making alternate plans on the fly can be exhausting. What if we told you that with intentionality, you can cast a vision that helps keep you on target in achieving your goals? We can't think of a better way to kick off 2023!

Season's Greetings SonRise family! We have a very special Christmas blessing planned for you this Sunday, as Dr. Vikki Johnson returns with a special Christmas morning message on the gift of “Soul Wealth”. Join our village for a special 30-minute edition of SonRise to kick off this beautiful morning.

When your internet connection is spotty, you are often advised to unplug your modem for ten seconds to allow the system to reboot. What if the same thing worked for us as people when struggling with outdated paradigms that are counterproductive to our optimal functioning?

Many people find themselves in red and green this season as office soirees and "Ugly Christmas Sweater" events pop up on their calendars. But what happens when you find yourself wearing blue? The holiday season is often viewed as a time of joy; however, for some, the holidays can trigger quite different emotions.

You may remember the lyrics to Karyn White's 1988 hit "Superwoman," you might have even sung your heart out. Still, after facing life's demands and challenges all these years, those lyrics seem to resonate slightly differently. This Sunday, expert guest speaker Adjoa B. Asamoah will discuss "The Superwoman Syndrome" and tackle perceptions and paradigms that often leave us damaged and drained.

Black people in America are regularly faced with many challenges. Many of these challenges stem from racism in our communities, schools, and government policies. When you couple this with the fact that racism can harm your mental health, there is no wonder that there is a mental health crisis in our community. Fortunately, once we can identify an issue, we are then empowered to take action to mitigate its impact.

Everly Kearney, a resident guest of The SonRise Project, shares wisdom from her critically acclaimed book, Believe It. Speak It. Do It.: Finding Peace Within Your Purpose. Bev shares powerful principles and parental tips to help us as we begin to navigate this holiday season. Join us to learn how to push past stagnation and Do! We can't wait to see you on the call!

Black people in America are regularly faced with many challenges. Many of these challenges stem from racism in our communities, schools, and government policies. When you couple this with the fact that racism can harm your mental health, there is no wonder that there is a mental health crisis in our community. Fortunately, once we can identify an issue, we are then empowered to take action to mitigate its impact.

November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month! Our first Sunday in November is another sunset conversation with Shewonia Bowman, an expert speaker who is back to share her insights on providing care for loved ones who battle Alzheimer's disease.

Adrienne (Alexander) Allen handles PR for some of the biggest names in the TV and digital world. Yet many people don't know her personal story of living with parents who struggled with mental illness and addiction. Join us as Adrienne, author of "My Parents Have a Drug Problem," shares her deeply personal story and discusses the effects of parental drug addiction on young children.