Mek We Coffee and Reason Podcast

Introductory Episode

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time
 
Show's hosts:
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
Takiece Nelson
Zavaughna James
Sherona McKenzie
 
Here we dive into a world of coffee and reasoning. Tamra explains why she saw the need to birth this podcast and how she believes it will help both adolescents and adults. The team shares the struggles they are currently going through and how they are currently navigating it. After sharing how they are currently navigating, Tamra shared a few gems on how they can increase their strength during this hard time. 
For many adolescents, they may not see the light at the end of their tunnel, but the Mek We Coffee and Reason team is here to help them navigate even in the midst of all that darkness.
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: 
"Failure to take care of your heart can lead to heart failure." - Zavaughna James
"Your heart is your responsibility, so take care of it." - Nurse Douglas-Atkinson

Battle between self-love and self-awareness - Tanecia Nelson| Adversity Series| Ep. 2

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time
 
Guest: Tanecia Nelson
Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson, Takiece Nelson, and Zavaughna James
 
In this episode, Tanecia Nelson-Mills shared with us the battle she faced between Self Love and Self Awareness. For the better part of Tanecia's teenage years, she struggled with accepting her physical features. Tanecia was constantly reminded of her flaws and because of that she struggled with accepting herself. 
However, Tanecia found the meaning of true beauty when she discovered the beauty of inner self, and the beauty of a relationship with Christ.
Tanecia reminded us of the importance of setting healthy boundaries amongst our friend group to ensure the emotional safety of everyone, and the importance of seeing that you are enough. 
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "When God was making you and I, He didn't make any mistakes. This was exactly how we were supposed to be, He cannot make mistakes" - Tanecia Nelson-Mills

My Cervix, My Responsibility - The Cervical Talk (January 2024 Newsletter)| SND Series| Ep. 1

Hosts:
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
Takiece Nelson
Zavaughna James
 
January 2024 Newsletter Review
In this episode were did a brief overview of the newsletter. Here are the main take aways:
Not many children/adolescents are aware of the risks to developing Cervical Cancer because of them not being adequately exposed to the facts.
HPV vaccination is free and accessible to all adolescents.
Both males and females need to be vaccinated against the virus
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "If you have the opportunity to prevent yourself from contracting at least one cancer, why not take it?" - Nurse Douglas-Atkinson

Standing for something or falling for nothing - Jordan Simpson| Adversity Series| Ep. 3

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time
 
Guest: Jordan Simpson
Host: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson, Zavaughna James
Jordan Simpson is no stranger to adversity, and has always been a resilient person - even in the midst of adversity.
Jordan Simpson is a Diskjoc, Graphic Designer, and Music Producer. In this episode, Mr. Simpson shared with us his love of being a DJ and how he had to navigate peer pressure, anxiety, stigma, staying consistent, and navigating his moral compass as he found his footing in the musical industry. 
For Jordan, having a moral compass as a child was vital to become the individual that he is now. He shares with us just how someone without a moral guide at home, can find someone in the broader society to emulate. He is a big believe in maintaining your 'why', and not losing sight of who you are in the face of the public.
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "Proper preparation prevents poor execution." - Jordan Simpson

The Stressed Heart (February 2024 Newsletter)| SND Series| Ep.2

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time
 
Hosts:
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
Takiece Nelson
Zavaughna James
 
February 2024 Newsletter Review
In this episode were did a brief overview of the newsletter. Here are the main take aways:
Many times it is difficult for us to pinpoint the exact reason why we are stressed, which makes it difficult to manage or cope.
If we know what our normal bodily reactions are to different circumstances, it becomes easier to identify when our 'abnormal' isn't 'normal'.
It is important for us to be mindful of how we take care of our body while we are stressed. Unhealthy habits form when w have a stressed heart, and those very actions can be precursors to various heart diseases; such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, type 2 diabetes.
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: 
"Failure to take care of your heart can lead to heart failure." - Zavaughna James
"Your heart is your responsibility, so take care of it." - Nurse Douglas-Atkinson
 
Access this newsletter HERE
 
You can access a catalog of previous newsletters on Nurse Douglas-Atkinson's website HERE.
 
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Beauty That is Found in Death with Andrae Bewry| Adversity Series| Ep.4

DISCLAIMER: We were facing some audio issues, so the audio is not as clear as it can be.  
|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
Guest: Andrae Bewry Host:
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson  
In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane with Andrae Bewry, as he takes us through the grief of losing his grandmother. As a 13 year old who had his grandma die in his arms, he was not ready to face life without her. Mr Bewry is a Teacher at the Kellits High School and a Music Writer and performer. This week, we take the road of grief through the mind of a little boy who was forced to navigate the road of loss. Here, we will learn the true power of speaking life into someone, and the influence it has on them, even beyond the grave. Mr. Bewry teaches us the importance of cherishing our present moments and reminds us that nothing happens in an instant - trust the process, and embrace the journey a head.   
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "Time does not health certain wounds, it only helps us deal with it." - Andrae Bewry

Is there Really Beauty in Pain? with Venessa Cunningham D.| Adversity Series| Ep. 5

DISCLAIMER: We were facing some audio issues, so the audio is not as clear as it can be.  
 
|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
 
Guest: Venessa Cunningham D.
Host: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson  
 
In this episode, Venessa takes us on a train ride to the USA. A place that looked promising at first, but proved to be much more trying than what she bargained for. Venessa will be explaining to us how someone can 'lose' their resilience and lose themselves.
We learn about different precursors to suicide, and the fact that when someone attempts suicide, they don't always want to die - but they just need a break from the pain.
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "It gets better, but it also gets worse." - Venessa Cunningham D.

The Power of a Strong Spiritual Foundation with Welton Bartley| Adversity Series| Eps. 6

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
 
Guest: Welton Bartley
Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson and Sherona McKenzie 
 
Rev. Welton Bartley takes us on a journey like many of us have never seen before - the journey of a spiritually formidable young man. Today, Mr. Welton Bartley stands as a Minister of Religion, Community Service Chaplain, and Theology Lecturer; who also provides pastoral/psychological counselling. 
In the past, he was one who trodded the road of Christianity from the age of 9. He went on to face spiritual adversities, emotional adversities, and financial adversities. However, no matter the difficulties that came his way - no matter the self-doubt, the bullying, and fear that he had to face, he stood tall because he had a strong spiritual foundation to stand on. 
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "If you are faithful to God, God will take care of you." - Welton Bartley

Growing Through What You Go Through with Aaliyah McKenzie| Adversity Series| Eps. 7

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
 
Guest: Aaliyah McKenzie
Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson and Sherona McKenzie 
 
"Education was my main plan, my backup plan, and my backup backup's plan" - Aaliyah. Have you ever been stuck at a place where you feel like you've just lost your only chance at a successful future? How about being crippled by pain (literally), lost in depression, and had your whole life take a 360 by a pregnancy?
Journey with us as 18 year old Aaliyah Mckenzie shows us how she overcame depressive episodes, dropping out of university, faced loneliness and lost her sense of worth due to unemployment, but found purpose once again when she found out she was pregnant in the midst of that all. 
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "You can grow through anything you go through" - Aaliyah McKenzie

The Power of Grace with Scharlee Thompson| Adversity Series| Eps. 8

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
 
Guest: Scharlee Thompson
Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
 
In this episode, Scharlee shares with us what it's like to me a Caribbean in a foreign country. Though she was more accustomed to friendly smiles and welcoming faces, she had to learn to adjust to a new world for her new journey.
While adjusting to the culture shock she experienced, she also had to battle negative self-talk and self-doubt as she navigated failure. Though she overcame it all, it would not had been possible without the power of grace. 
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "Give yourself grace." - Scharlee Thompson

I am the 'victor' and not the 'victim' with Zhara-Marie Mohansingh| Eps. 9| Adversity Series

|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time  
 
Guest: Zhara-Marie Mohansingh
Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
 
In this episode, Zhara navigated loss and financial adversities. She went through her early part of high school navigating the different forms that the loss of her dad would've brought - or what she titled, 'daddy issues'. The mistrust, the searching for a male figure, the wondering if someone else will die soon - she navigated it all. But through it all, she learnt to adapt and overcome - with the help of God and her friends.
Zhara was determined to be the victor of her story and not the victim. With that, even in the face of financial difficulties, Zhara was determined to not let her present situation be her final destination. Zhara knew that the outcome of her life was in her hands. 
 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "Think of yourself as the victor and not the victim" -Zhara-Marie Mohansingh

S2E1: Imposter Syndrome with The Adversity Crew

W E L C O M E  B A C K 
We are finally back with Season 2, the Mek We Reason Series 🥳
This season promises to be short, spicy and filled with rare gems and wisdom from those who have lived the lives that you are currently struggling with. They are here to show you that YOU CAN! 
Join us as we reminisce on last season and talk about the future for this season.
We also talked a bit on Imposter Syndrome, it was a thrilling talk! Come on a give it a listen!
 
HOSTS
Takiece Nelson
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
Zavuaghna James
 
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S2E2: Driving Factors - The Endgame with Annastasia Campbell

S2E2 
In episode 2, our guest did a deep dive on how her personal aspirations went from becoming a Teacher, to that of becoming an Immigration Attorney, a Mother, and venturing into real estate - starting a Single Parent Community in Jamaica.
Join us as our Guest speaks on how her driving factors are helping her achieve her end goals! All while working full-time! She also dropped a few gems for those of us who are struggling to find their passion in this lifetime.
 
HOST
Takiece Nelson
GUEST
Annastasia Campbell
 
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S2E3: Anxiety with Gabriel Douglas

S2E3 
For episode 3, we our guest Gabriel Douglas shared her personal struggle with Anxiety; how she navigated, and what brought her through those difficult times. 
Though this is a well talked about topic, there’s still much there that we need to learn. 
 
HOST
Zavaughna James
GUEST
Gabriel Douglas
 
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S2E4: Trauma with Raefi-Ann Earl

S2E4 
Episode 4 we navigated how to heal from trauma through facing our reality for what it is. Raefi-Ann took us through acceptance of your past for what it is, acceptance of your current situation — that the person who hurt you may never take accountability for their actions, acceptance that you are not your past. 
Join us for this engaging conversation of unlearning and learning behaviors that you’ll be grateful for a lifetime.
 
HOST
Tamra Douglas-Atkinson
GUEST
Raefi-Ann Earl
 
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S2E5: Navigating Christianity, Media, and Entrepreneurship with Kryshanna Barrett

S2E5 
Episode 5 taught us the importance of prayer and never taking any situation for granted. Kryshanna took us on a journey to becoming a Journalist student that was birthed from listening to the radio with her grandmother. In this episode, we listen as Kryshanna navigated grief after grief, but came out standing strong. 
 
HOST
Zavaughna James
GUEST
Kryshanna Barrett
 
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