Welcome
A little bit about me…
I’m certified in Mental Health First Aid, but not a licensed therapist. What I share is from my own experiences including; volunteering in mental health recovery, research, and healing my own depression, grief, and trauma.
I am a writer, artist, and mental health advocate. My life goals are to enjoy life and be part of creating a healthier, all inclusive culture on our beautiful planet. I was raised in a multi cultural family where I learned early on the power of prejudice and the stronger power of inclusiveness. I strive to be intersectional in all my words and actions.
Peace and hugs, Leah
16 thoughts on “Welcome”
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Individual Empowerment 
Enjoyed reading your blog and your comments at totsymae’s. Your personality is attractive and reflects what I believe to be a beautiful personality.
Jerry
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First off, thank you for wanting to give back to others and for sharing your story. That is inspiring to hear. Since you have been through the system you are now an awesome example that it is never too late to turn your life around.
Since I don’t live in Texas I suggest finding a mentor in your area that would be willing to work on this project. I am not sure how far Pflugerville is from you, but there is this amazing woman named Deborah Orr who mentors youth through literature. She might be able to help or connect you with someone who can. http://outreachlibrarians.org/about-us/
Here are two mentors I would suggest connecting with or studying, even though they are not in Texas.
Ron Tinsley who mentors young men, https://impoweryou.org/2013/03/04/role-model-ron-tinsley/
Christoher McFadden of the Philadelphia Youth Project, https://impoweryou.org/2013/04/08/christopher-mcfadden-pyp/. Both have done amazing work for the youth in their community.
It takes a lot ot start a non-profit including money, but you can start a program without NP status if you are really determined. Either way it is good to be informed of all your options. Check out this site that has info on how to start a non-profit in TX. http://www.startnonprofitorganization.com/starting-a-nonprofit-in-texas
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I am an ex-drug dealer, gang member, and ex-con who, in the mist of my incarnation, have changed my life and is now attending UTA. I need your assistance in starting a non-profit organization geared towards preparing inner city youth for a higher education. I have a desire to fix what I was instrumental in destroying… Please help!
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You’re welcome. I like to share what I learn with others and let them decide if they take anything from that. 🙂
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Thank you for this inspirational place to grow and stretch~
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Thanks for the encouragement. I appreciate your kind words. Sorry to hear about the commenting. I will see if I can fix that. Happy New Year Jenna. I hope it is your best year yet. 🙂
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Go Leah. I tried to comment on the page about your stats but it came up as no page? But you go girl, keep up the good work 🙂 And Happy New Year
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Thank’s Lynette. I appreciate the comment. I will check out your blog as well.
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I found your blog courtesy of kimberlyharding. It’s great!
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Thank you. 🙂
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Your profile is outstanding xx
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Hi Leah!
I want to know if you would like to be showcased in our 2nd Annual Summer 2012 Social Change Campaign. We want to highlight all the work you have been doing to change the world with your God given gifts and talents. Please reach out to me via my email voice4society@gmail.com if you are interested! We’d be honored to have you 🙂
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Hi, I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. I know you already have this award, but I enjoy your blog and hope you don’t mind that I included a link to it on my post Blog-O-Rama.
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Thank you. I accept with much gratitude.
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Leah,
I just wanted to stop by to let you know that I am bestowing another award upon you,The Very Inspiring Blog award! You are very much deserving of it and I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy your blog and how much I appreciate what you are doing for girls and women too, I think it’s amazing. If I wasn’t a starving artist I would definitely be contributing towards your book publication fund! Feel free to accept this award or just relish in the fact that I think your blog is great and you, very inspiring 🙂 I have just published a post about it on my blog where you can find out more about it.
Karen
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