Episode 5: Happiness Unlocked Libations & Liberation: The Podcast

Arnetta discusses mental wellness, cultural understanding, and the myth of blackness with special guest Brandi Avila, host of youtube series "Happiness Unlocked." She also pours libations for Amber Ruffin's black joy.

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Brandi Avila is a social justice-focused educator, mother & wife, founder of Happiness Unlocked Relationship & Life Coaching, and the face of the "Happiness Unlocked" Youtube Channel. She creates content centered on love, wellness, and personal growth. She is driven to normalize mental health and care and help facilitate the inner work that we need to engage to realize and enjoy the happy life we desire. Her educational background spans Pan African Studies, Sociology, Educational Counseling, Mental Health Recovery & Trauma-Informed Care.
Check out her youtube series "Happiness Unlocked" and follow her on IG, @happiness_unlocked, to stay updated on mental wellness tips!

Also, check out Amber Ruffin on IG @amberruffin.

A few books to consider:
1. My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem
2. The Miseducation of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson
3. Pleasure Activism by Adrienne Maree Brown
4. You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey by Amber Ruffin and Lacey Lamar
5. The Body Keeps Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
6. Self Compassion by Kristen Neff