20 Aug

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Podcast: Can Children Really Have PTSD? By The Psych Central Show

Check out the original post and podcast at The Psych Central Show When we think about post-traumatic stress disorder, our minds typically imagine war veterans or perhaps police officers and firefighters. Sometimes we’ll think of people who endured something horrible, such as a terrible accident, a home invasion, or other shocking events. But few of usRead more about Podcast: Can Children Really Have PTSD? By The Psych Central Show[…]

30 Jul

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Grief & Healing Corner – Episode 22 – Guest Tonya McKenzie

Grief & Healing Corner, Episode 22, July 24, 2018 We spoke with Tonya McKenzie, an entrepreneur, an active civil servant, and principal consultant of a boutique public relations firm in Los Angeles. Tonya was witness to a murder when she was four years old, spent time in witness protection and has spent a lifetime movingRead more about Grief & Healing Corner – Episode 22 – Guest Tonya McKenzie[…]

24 Jul

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Mom Stole My Identity

As times get tough, some parents turn to an untapped source of credit—their children. JAMES ELLIS – JULY 3, 2018 When parents say they would do anything for their children, financial fraud isn’t the first thing that springs to mind. But for some, part of being mom (or dad) includes using their offspring’s identity toRead more about Mom Stole My Identity[…]

17 Jun

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Tonya McKenzie of Sand and Shores was honored as Chamber Ambassador of the Year

Easy Reader News Article on June 16, 2018 It was a surprise and an honor to be named as an Ambassador of the Year for the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce. I was not expecting it and it was not even on my radar. With so much change taking place in the organization, the only thingRead more about Tonya McKenzie of Sand and Shores was honored as Chamber Ambassador of the Year[…]

28 May

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Our Youth And Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

We Must Keep Our Homes Free of Violence and Trauma Original Article posted May 22, 2018, on Message Magazine In an effort to contribute to mental health month, I would like to look at the prevalence and long-lasting effects of PTSD. The goal is to continue to expose some of the more common mental healthRead more about Our Youth And Post Traumatic Stress Disorder[…]

21 May

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT – NOTHING NEW TO THIS ACTIONIST

CIRCA 2006 – I have been working hard for the youth and business community for over a decade now. Here is a look back at an old article about me, my work and the continued efforts to not only be a complainer but somebody willing to be a part of the solution. Chamber Candidate HasRead more about COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT – NOTHING NEW TO THIS ACTIONIST[…]

16 May

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Grand Opening of Gloria Plascencia Portraits

It was almost 1 year ago from the day of the grand opening that Gloria Placenscia spent the morning with me, expressing how she had goals of growing her business out of her home and into her own studio. We talked about her passion and undying love for the artistry of photography. What I knewRead more about Grand Opening of Gloria Plascencia Portraits[…]

13 May

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The Last Time

The last time I saw you was the best time engraved in my memory. The last time we shared a hug, the last time I heard our laughs in harmony, the last time that I saw your smile was the best time. Now that I look back at that last time, I can almost seeRead more about The Last Time[…]

04 May

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What parents should be doing to teach their kids body-positivity

The INSIDER Summary: Many people have fraught relationships with their bodies, and that can start at a young age. Parents can have a big impact on how kids see their body. By teaching healthy habits, accepting all bodies, and monitoring what you say about your own body, you can encourage your child to have aRead more about What parents should be doing to teach their kids body-positivity[…]

11 Apr

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How To Add More Good News To Your Timeline

At this day and age, it is clear that we have become addicted to our social media channels and digital tools. People often can’t wait to respond to posts or read replies. Even though it’s a great way to stay connected, it does seem that much of what is going on in the news is negative. It isRead more about How To Add More Good News To Your Timeline[…]