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Understanding and Addressing Our Epidemic of Loneliness – Young Black MRS

We've all felt it – that sting of isolation and feeling alone even in a crowded room. But what if that feeling isn't just a fleeting moment, but a widespread public health concern? According to the former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthyl, loneliness is a major issue, and recent research from the Making Caring Common (MCC) project at the Harvard Graduate School of Education sheds light on the depth and causes of this "epidemic of loneliness."In this bonus episode, Morgane unpacks the findings of this study and what it means for my generation as a Millennial. She also chats about the solution.Source: Based on the article "What is causing our epidemic of loneliness and how can we fix it?" published by the Harvard Graduate School of Education on October 10, 2024. https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/10/what-causing-our-epidemic-loneliness-and-how-can-we-fix-itDon't forget to follow Morgane for more inspiration and resources!Website: www.youngblackmrs.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/YoungBlackMRSInstagram: www.instagram.com/YoungBlackMRS www.instagram.com/Morgane_Eats • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YoungBlackMRS

Understanding and Addressing Our Epidemic of Loneliness

We’ve all felt it – that sting of isolation, that sense of feeling alone even in a crowded room. But what if that feeling isn’t just a fleeting moment, but a widespread public health concern? According to the former U.S. Surgeon Genera Vivek Murthyl, loneliness is a major issue, and recent research from the Making

Reclaim Your “Me Time”: Let’s Get a Hobby!

Being a married woman (especially a working one) often comes with a whirlwind of responsibilities—from family life and career demands to household chores and general survival. And if you add in a social life and children, the days just fly by. As women, despite our relationship status, it can be easy to let our own

Potential IVF Alternatives: Exploring Classic Chinese Medicine for Fertility

Are you considering alternatives to IVF? This episode explores Classic Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a natural approach to motherhood with Dr. Jennifer Kung, DAOM, L.Ac. Join podcast host Morgane F as she chats with Dr. Kung, a passionate practitioner of Classical Chinese Medicine. Dr. Kung dives deep into: Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or

Mom Twins Unite: Breastfeeding Challenges & Solutions

Mom Twin Talk Part 2 – Breastfeeding, Pumping & More for New Mamas Breastfeeding Mamas: You Got This! Welcome back to Young Black MRS, mamas! In part two of our Mom Twin Talk series, we’re diving deep into the beautiful, messy, and empowering world of breastfeeding with first-time mom and Morgane’s mom twin, Naomi. These

Mom Twins (Part 1)

Navigating Early Motherhood as a New Black Mom with Alanna of She Too STEM Becoming a mother is a transformative experience, filled with joy, wonder, and undeniable challenges. For new Black moms, this journey often intersects with unique societal pressures and expectations. In this first part of a two-part series on Mom Twins, Morgane chats

Beyond the Rainbow: A Mom’s Journey from Waiting to Wonder

Life often throws curveballs, and for many, the journey to parenthood can be filled with unexpected twists and turns. In this episode of the Young Black MRS Podcast, Morgane F. returns to the podcast mic to share her deeply personal story of hope, resilience, and ultimately, the miracle of motherhood. After a two-year hiatus from

Boss Brides Know How to Balance

Engaged after six months? Yes! My guest, Morghen, shares how she met and married her hubby all while balancing her new business. We chat about having it all and how to balance while still making your relationship a priority. “You can have it all you have to make time for it. You have to know

Love on the Apps Pt 2

Can you swipe for love? Our guest Naomi, swiped yes to her now fiance on Tinder. I chat with Naomi about declaring she will meet someone in January 2020 no matter what is going on. Her manifestation game was strong. “He was just cute,” She said so she swiped yes to her future hubby. Naomi

Love on the Apps

How do people meet and marry in 2022? Our guest Rebecca shares her experience of finding love on dating apps. I chatted with Rebecca, a newly married wife, and mom and transplant to North Carolina. “I met him in the exact way I wasn’t going to meet a man,” Rebecca said reflecting on how she met

Healing in 2022

What’s it like to be a Black woman therapist in today’s time? Our guest, Casondra (Candi) Foster left a job after being told her call time was too long. Her response was, “Call time is too long? I’m a therapist.” During BIPOC Mental Health Month, the Young Black MRS team unpacks what it’s like to

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