In this episode, our guest Ruben Mondalto shares his testimony of how God delivered him from drugs and alcohol.  His hope is that as an overcomer he will use his story to help others so that God will get the glory. We hope you are blessed and encouraged by his story. Resources :  Ruben's Church - Church Alive in Lyndhurst NJ hosts a men's group based on Luke 2:52 - through transparency and identification they want to develop a connection of accountability with Men  Scriptures:  Joshua 1:9 ( Ruben’s Wife’s favorite Scripture) The Serenity prayer Narcotics anonymous - na.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, our guest Isaiah Lee shares his testimony and how he felt the grace of God saved his life. He also shares how God used his situation and story to help someone else as he was in mid-recovery. As we bring awareness to Addiction and Recovery month, we hope you are blessed and encouraged by his story. Recovery is possible for "Every Person, Every Family and Every Community". #Recovery #Recoverymonth #Recoveryisforeveryone #Recoveryispossible #SupportRecovery #opiodusedisorder #addictionovercomer #onedayatatime #Hope #Thereisalwayshope #prayforrecovery #prayduringrecovery #Lovedonesinrecovery #marketstreet #marketstreetmission #jerseyshorerescue #Bewell #WellandInformed *Please excuse the microphone feedback during this episode* Connect with Isaiah Lee:[email protected] Resources: Market Street Mission: marketstreet.org Jersey Shore Rescue Mission: jerseyshorerescue.org __ Connect with us via email: [email protected]  Connect with us on Instagram: @wellandinformed  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, Dr. Terence Lester shares his story and how his journey played a huge part in his life’s work today. He’s known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness , poverty, and economic inequality through his nonprofit organization- Love Beyond Walls.  His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, NBC News, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide. Today he wishes to continue to spread the word and share it on the platform of Well and Informed. We pray you are encouraged and motivated by his story. Connect with Dr. Terence Lester here: Website: terencelester.org   Instagram: @imterencelester Non-profit: www.lovebeyondwalls.org  Resources Mentioned: Quotes: "If you see someone falling behind, walk beside them. If you see someone being ignored, find a way to include them. If someone has been knocked down, lift them up, if you see someone being silenced, lend them an ear to be heard." Books by Dr. Lester:  When I See You,  When We Stand,  All God’s Children Scriptures: Proverbs 14:21, Proverbs 19:7 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, our guest Candace Writes shares through her testimony how the intersectionality of faith and mental health met at a crossroads. She shares how God used this meeting point to rescue her in the midst of her pain. We hope you are blessed and encouraged by her story. __ You can connect with Candace on her website, candace-writes.com or on Instagram @candacewrites. It will lead you to all the resources she mentions. Resources and References:  Books: “Breathe - Rest, Reflect, Reset!” and “Woman of God” 60-Day Devotional Restorative Minds Therapeutic & Wellness Services:  Website: restorativemindswellness.com Instagram: @restorativemindswellness __ Connect with us via email: [email protected]  Connect with us on Instagram: @wellandinformed --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, Carol shares her break from podcasting in order to intentionally heal through times of grief. She encourages others to do the same when needed. Her hope is that this will be a word of encouragement for you to feel and heal through, don't just push through.  [Previously recorded: January 2023] References:  Words from my dad: “Do what you can the very best you can.” ___ Connect with us via email: [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram: @wellandinformed --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

Alexa – play “Welcome Back, Kotter” by John Sebastian. In this episode, Jess and I catch up on what's been going on in our lives since last season. Touching on the different dimensions of wellness, we talk about which areas we have been intentionally working on and where we see God’s hand in our circumstances. Listen in as we share tips and resources that may help you in continuing the journey of intentional growth in the 8 dimensions of wellness. We hope you leave with some takeaways -- enjoy!! Send us an email: [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wellandinformed/   https://www.instagram.com/jessicahughee/ Episode References: Woman of God, 60 Day Devotional"  by Candace Writes "The Culture of Money” by De'Andre Salter 1 Corinthians 13:11 (King James Version Bible) - scripture reference --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

( Previously Recorded: November 2nd 2021) In this episode Jess & I, discuss Letting go! Listen in as we share tips and resources that may help you in seasons of Letting go. We also discuss some lessons that we're learning along the way. We hope you leave with some takeaways -- enjoy!! Send us an email: [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellandinformed/ and https://www.instagram.com/jessicahughee/References: "The Emotionally Healthy Woman"  | Geri Scazzero "Forgiving What You Can't Forget" | Lysa TerKeurst "The Cost of Glory" | Pastor Ken Hughee at The Gathering Harlem "Tony Evans Speaks on Strength in Your Struggles" | Tony Evans John 11:38-44 | The story of Lazarus being raised from the dead --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, we continue in our discussion on the topic: getting started- part 2-(more challenges). Listen in as we share tips and resources that may continue to help you on this journey. Our key pointer challenges of discussion this time around were: distractions, imperfections disappointments and lastly what a healthy environment and space may look like for us during our start.  We hope you leave with some takeaways -- enjoy!! Send us an email: [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellandinformed/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

In this episode, we introduce our guest host, Jess! Listen in as we share tips and resources that may help you in getting started and also discuss some challenges that we've encountered along the way. We hope you leave with some takeaways -- enjoy!! Send us an email: [email protected] Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellandinformed/ and https://www.instagram.com/jessicahughee/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message

Hi, I’m C the Informant, thank you for tuning in to Well and Informed’s first episode! Well and Informed is about encouraging and uplifting one another through resources, information and life's experiences to grow in the many dimensions of wellness. Hope you feel encouraged! Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellandinformed/ In the words of the great inspiring Pricilla Shirer : If you are up at night tossing and turning and you can't sleep and tired from jotting down all of those things circling in your mind, my brothers and sisters you were made for it!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carol726/message