Sheila D. Boynton, LSW, MDiv, CTCP, CAMS-I Hello Soul Family, Have you ever felt over it? No, not over life, but over being the go-to person for people you can’t go it. Or over prioritizing the feelings or needs of others at your own expense. In a world that often...

Hello Soul Family, I come from a longline of overachieving women who drove home messages such as “you have to work hard to succeed” or “baby, be an independent Black woman” and “don’t depend on nobody.”  Now, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with being taught values...

Sheila D. Boynton, LSW, MDiv, CTCP, CAMS-I Hello Soul Family, If you’re anything like me, you’ve made a mistake or two in your life (okay, maybe more!). Or perhaps you made a commitment to do something such as exercise more or eat healthier, only to find yourself...

Hello Soul Family, In a conversation with a Soul team member, I realized, I do not want to talk about “love” in February.  With a February focus on Valentine’s Day, I hear many conversations about falling in love, being in love, or finding love. But how many are...

Have you ever felt like you're living a story that doesn't quite align with who you truly are or want to be? Do you find yourself struggling to make sense of your experiences and longing for a positive change?As a Therapist, I listen to clients try to make sense of...