#itsok2live

Tanya "DJ Ms Tan" Cummings
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Mental Health

I want you to not just be alive, but live life to the fullest after experiencing pain, trauma, grief and all of the lemons that life can give us. One of my focuses, is in living through the grief of my son being murdered and my sister!!. Music heals , Karaoke helps too !  I earned my Life Skills In this thing called LIFE and also several certifications with Operation JumpStart ! Suicide prevention is possible reach out to people. Living not just being alive is the goal! 

  1. 6d ago

    Behind The Artist: One Man changed His Life | JMenace's Untold Story

    Send us Fan Mail 💜 HE WAS HEADED BACK TO JAIL… UNTIL ONE MAN SAVED HIS LIFE | JMENACE'S UNTOLD STORY What happens when you grow up not knowing your father, watch your mother battle addiction, and reach a point where you are almost headed back to prison? For artist JMenace, IG @therealjmenace man's decision to step into his life helped change his direction forever. In this powerful episode of #itsok2live, I sit down with JMenace for a raw and honest conversation about his childhood, the pain of growing up without the parents he needed, and the man who adopted him when his life could have taken a very different turn. But his story doesn't stop there. JMenace opens up about being a girl dad, the difficult reality of not having the relationship he wants with his first two daughters, and the personal decision to live without anger toward his birth parents despite the challenges he experienced growing up. We also talk about his journey as an artist, his musical success, and the song he made with NASCAR that helped bring his talent to a wider audience. This is a conversation about breaking cycles, accepting the past, and deciding that the circumstances you were born into don't have to determine the person you become. 💜 IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Growing up without knowing his biological father His mother's struggle with crack addiction and how it affected his childhood The man who adopted him and helped change the course of his life Facing the possibility of going back to jail Being a father to daughters and wanting stronger relationships with his first two children Choosing forgiveness instead of living with anger toward his birth parents His journey, growth, and success as an artist His successful song with NASCAR and his musical journey HOW DO YOU BREAK FREE FROM THE PAIN OF YOUR PAST WITHOUT ALLOWING IT TO CONTROL YOUR FUTURE? JMenace's story reminds us that our beginnings don't have to define our endings. Sometimes, one person believing in us can change our direction—and sometimes, the hardest person to forgive is the person who was supposed to protect us. At #itsok2live, we create space for real stories, honest conversations, and the healing that begins when people feel seen and heard. 🎧 Watch the full interview and hear JMenace tell his story in his own words. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Has someone ever stepped into your life at the right moment and helped change your direction? Share your story in the comments. If this conversation moves you, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE. Your support helps more people discover stories that can inspire hope, healing, and change. 💜 Your past is part of your story, but it doesn't have to be your future. #itsok2live #JMenace #UntoldStory #Redemption #Fatherhood #BreakingCycles #Forgiveness #HipHop #ArtistInterview Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  2. 6d ago

    Behind the Artist: Heembug Opens Up About Low Self-Esteem, Family & Finding His Voice

    Send us Fan Mail 💜 BEHIND THE ARTIST: HEEMBUGG  @raheemvickers OPENS UP ABOUT LOW SELF-ESTEEM, FAMILY & FINDING HIS VOICE Behind every artist is a story the world may never see. In this powerful episode of #itsok2live, I sit down with artist Heembug for an honest conversation about the struggles that shaped him, including battling low self-esteem, the impact of having a stepfather who stepped up, and the powerful influence his mother had on helping him learn to communicate. We often see the talent, hear the music, and celebrate the artist—but how often do we take the time to understand the person behind it all? This conversation explores the importance of family, the people who show up for us, and how the relationships we experience can shape the way we see ourselves and communicate with the world. Because sometimes, the stories behind the music are the ones that need to be heard the most. 💜 In this episode, we talk about: The reality of struggling with low self-esteem How a stepfather's decision to step up can make a difference The influence of a mother's guidance and example Learning to communicate and express yourself The person behind the artist—and the experiences that helped shape him At #itsok2live, we believe that our struggles don't define our entire story, and that healing begins when we create space for honest conversations. 🎧 Watch, listen, and get to know the man behind the music. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Have the people who raised you or stepped up for you influenced the person you've become? Share your thoughts in the comments. If this conversation touches you, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to help us continue creating space for stories that matter. 💜 Your story matters. Your voice matters. And it's okay to live. #itsok2live #Heembug #BehindTheArtist #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfEsteem #FamilyInfluence #HealingThroughConversation Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  3. Aug 24

    A Painful Epiphany: What I Finally Had to Accept!

    Send us Fan Mail "Epiphany" I have switched directions after my It's OK Dad Even . I shared two significant realizations about her life and purpose. The first epiphany came when my goddaughter asked for help finding a missing friend, which inspired me to reflect on how my current dream job may be limiting my ability to help others in the community. The second epiphany occurred when an 84-year-old former professor advised me  not to lose her broadcasting voice, leading Tanya to consider transitioning from her current employment to pursue her passion for storytelling and community service. During the episode, I discussed how I have been helping others through my podcast "#itsok2live," including supporting angel parents and suicide prevention efforts, while also exploring new opportunities like interviewing local business owners and conducting live reporting. I emphasized the importance of finding one's calling through self-reflection and following what naturally brings energy and fulfillment, rather than focusing solely on achieving large numbers of followers or viewers. Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  4. Jun 15

    It's Ok Dad -Part 4 These Dads wish they had done some things differently

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode I get to Tag Team with the Last Leroy and Andre Peeko Train aka Michael Carter. We talk about their upbringing , their life experiences and how it affected their marriages and their parenting styles. Please listen to the end where these men have an aha moment as to how their lives affected their children's lives!  Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  5. Jun 14

    It's Ok Dad Part 3 - This Dad found the missing piece

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Robert Simmons of Real Talk Robert and author of Finding The Missing Piece - Finding Wholeness through Pain Faith , and Purpose. We just talk and get some life nuggets from Roberts life experiences.  Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  6. May 8

    It's ok Dad Part 2 - I was abused as a kid but I persevered

    Send us Fan Mail This podcast interview was part of Tanya's "It's Okay Dad" series, where she discussed fatherhood challenges with her guest Michael, who goes by Andre Peeko Train. Michael shared his personal journey as a retired military veteran who founded Carter Boys Entertainment and a non-profit organization called RUTH (Rebuilding Unity Through Healing Hearts). The conversation covered how childhood trauma and abuse from family members shaped Michael's parenting approach, including his experiences with discipline and mental health struggles. Michael discussed how counseling helped him overcome past trauma and improve his relationship with his children, particularly after gaining custody of his 15-year-old son following legal battles with the child's mother. The interview also addressed the stigma faced by Black fathers and the importance of men seeking mental health support, with Michael recommending Northwest Behavioral Health as a resource for free counseling services. Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  7. Mar 3

    It's Ok Dad Part 1 - I never knew my father.

    Send us Fan Mail In this Powerful Episode I sit down with Wendell DJ Dell Reed as he talks about how men aren't allowed to be emotional . How not knowing his father has affected him. How important therapy is for men . Functional Depression ! Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

  8. Mar 3

    Honest Open Transparent “Sexual Assault" talk

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode I speak with Lawanda Harris . LawandaBWIll at www.lawandawillblawanda.com About living after sexual assault as a child. She is definitely a prime example of #itsok2live.  Support the show Thank you Tanzanites I appreciate you all !!! #itsok2live

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I want you to not just be alive, but live life to the fullest after experiencing pain, trauma, grief and all of the lemons that life can give us. One of my focuses, is in living through the grief of my son being murdered and my sister!!. Music heals , Karaoke helps too !  I earned my Life Skills In this thing called LIFE and also several certifications with Operation JumpStart ! Suicide prevention is possible reach out to people. Living not just being alive is the goal! 

Information

  • Creator
    Tanya "DJ Ms Tan" Cummings
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 #itsok2live
  • Show Website
    #itsok2live