Tamela J. Gordon: Hood Wellness and Intersectionalities, Self Care + Emotional Growth

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Guest name: Tamela J. Gordon

In this episode:

  • How Hood Wellness Came To Be

  • The Creative Process

  • Inclusive + Affordable Self care

  • "Boundaries" isn't just a Buzz Word

  • Creating a Line of Defence for Ourselves

  • Solitude vs Isolation

  • Emotional Growth

Host name: Amanda Lytle

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Content Warning: Traumatic Experiences that Induce PTSD and Stress

Tamela J. Gordon is a New York-bred, Miami revitalized, New Orleans lustin' Black writer, book critic, self-care coach, and performer. Her platforms are dedicated to providing content and resources for marginalized people in need of self-care. Online, she's the founder of Black Lit Book Club, a virtual book café that centers, promotes, and critiques Black literature.

In the conversation today, Tamela shares the backstory to Hood Wellness and where the exploration of affordable self care practices began - particularly for marginalized intersections of identity.  Tamela talks about life as a nurturer, emotional growth, the power of community and online spaces, and the three phases of her personal teeth journey - offering some insights on establishing boundaries.

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Podcast Transcriptions Available: www.rowhousepublishing.com/podcast 

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