The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema

Author, Glory Edim joins Dr. Thema to share her homecoming journey in understanding the roots of her perfectionism and the path to self acceptance and worthiness. Glory talks about the role of books as a coping strategy, imagination activator, and source of comfort and liberation. From the departure of her father to her experience as a single mother, Glory shares a powerfully transparent testimony.

Glory Edim is a writer, literary advocate, and the founder of Well-Read Black Girl (WRBG), a nationally recognized community and literary imprint dedicated to celebrating and publishing the voices of Black women writers. Founded in 2015, WRBG has grown from a book club into a cultural platform that amplifies diverse narratives and fosters dialogue at the intersection of literature, identity, and social change. Edim is the editor of the Well-Read Black Girl anthology and the author of the memoir Gather Me (2024), a reflective exploration of self-discovery and the transformative power of books. Through her writing and editorial work, Edim continues to champion literacy, representation, and Black literary traditions.

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Visual artist, Keenan Chapman, joins us for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation about the role of art in healing his heart in the aftermath of his father's death. He shares the importance of receiving both talk therapy and opportunities for artistic expression. He has continued to use the arts and his creativity to give voice to his experiences and reflection

In this week's episode, Dr. Thema takes time to answer the questions you have submitted about healing, wellness, and relationships. To get insights for your questions and concerns in a future episode, send your questions to [email protected]. Don't forget to like, subscribe, share, and comment.

This week we are joined by Sleep Dr. Christ as he shares empowering information about ways to improve your sleep. He provides key insights into barriers to our rest as well as ways to maximize our rest. Dr. Chris also shares a special message about men's mental health and rest. Sleep Dr. Chris is a double board-certified physician in sleep medicine and pediatric neurology. He uniquely blends medical expertise with lived experience. As the founder and lead sleep specialist at Quality Sleep & Neurology, he educates his massive social media following, empowers communities and partners with organizations to elevate the importance of sleep health. His insights have been featured on national platforms including Way Up with Angela Yee, Prevention, Daily Mail UK, and Yahoo Life helping expand the conversation around sleep health in diverse communities. Additionally, he is the author of Sweet Dreams, a children's book inspired by his own life story that gently teaches children and families about healthy sleep habits, hope, and the importance of listening to their bodies.
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New York Times bestselling author and therapist Nedra Tawwab shares her journey of discovering the need for finding healthy, dependable relationships instead of clinging to hyper-independence. She shares how others benefited while she paid the cost of staying strong for everyone else but neglecting her own needs. She shares her healing roadmap from her new book Balancing Act.

Nedra Glover Tawwab is a licensed therapist and the author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace, an instant New York Times best-seller translated into over 35 languages worldwide. In addition, she has authored six other books, including Drama Free and, most recently, a children's book titled What Makes You Happy.

A sought-after relationship expert, she has practiced relationship therapy for more than fifteen years. With more than 2.5 million followers across her social media platforms, Tawwab has appeared as an expert on Red Table Talk, The Breakfast Club, Good Morning America, and CBS Morning Show, to name a few. Her work has been highlighted in The New York Times, The Guardian, and Vice, and has appeared on numerous podcasts, including The School of Greatness, We Can Do Hard Things, and Ten Percent Happier. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her family.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share.