As 2020 continues to unfold with one overwhelming turn after another, MANY who have never considered “meds” are going to their doctor for help. IS medication the answer? And, where does FAITH come in?    In this episode, Dr. Anita Phillips and double board certified psychiatrist & spiritual powerhouse Dr. Maria Trent shed light on this taboo topic as ITL listener, Cymone Lashae, shares her journey.

Whew, Chhiiillleee! Dr. A is going there in an unfiltered episode that’s bringing the intersectionality of racism, diversity and the church into the light. In this gut-wrenching episode, Dr. Anita Phillips contends with racial trauma in the church as a form of betrayal. A brave guest reveals the emotional and spiritual wounds she suffered from membership in a racially toxic faith community, and Pastor David Swanson, founding pastor of New Community Covenant Church and author of "Rediscipling the White Church", stops by to model safety, clarify the need for change, and speak the unfiltered truth about moving from cheap diversity to true solidarity. “Honoring, prioritizing and centering the lived realities of people of color within the church is for everybody’s flourishing. That’s how good God is!” -Pastor David Swanson

Correct us if we're wrong, but W.E. sensing relationship-vibes between fear & CONTROL. In this episode, Dr. Anita shines a light on both and welcomes Priscilla Shirer, who offers us an eternal perspective on divinely aligning our lives, talks productivity vs. legacy, rebukes FOMO, and reveals the REAL "girl code". HERE is a boundary-setting conversation to improve your emotional health and set you up to ENJOY your life, Sis! This episode is sponsored by Magic Spoon & Blinkist.

Moving onward and upward, W.E. are evolving from a FEARLESS self-inventory to an HONEST self-reflection! In this episode, through her personal infertility journey, Pastor DawnCheré Wilkerson proves vulnerability is a powerful change agent and that waiting is transformative. Dr. Anita is highlighting October as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, by giving voice to grief and holding space for those who sow in tears. This episode is brought to you with the support of Blinkist.

Whew, Chhiiillleee!   Here we are minding our business, drinking our water, and chillin’ on our change journey and what not, only to have the check engine 💡 pop on in our relationships. What’s that all about?   In this episode Dr. Anita Phillips and special guest Dr. Dharius Daniels have some insight into the FEARLESS self-inventory that’s due, and a step by step process to guide us through. Get ready to pop the hood of your soul, Sis!

You have the older generation as #TeamJustPrayAboutIt & the younger generation as #TeamPrayUntilSomethingHappens. Despite PRAYER being rooted in both, Dr. Anita doesn’t want anything lost in translation. In this week's episode, Elder Christie Dobbins presents prayer as both a dialogue with God and as a WEAPON to be wielded against the enemy. She is a prayer warrior with “gold member” stamina & W.E. are joining her in war cry! Call it a Verzuz battle. #TeamLight against darkness!

Dr. Anita discusses trauma recovery and understanding God. They introduce Dr. Tama Bryant Davis and step three of the 12-step program. The speakers explore the evolution of understanding God and the power of movement in healing. They discuss symptom substitution, self-care, and recommend books for stress and illness.

Bishop Rosie O'Neal, a speaker on sexual health, shares her journey to freedom and practical tools for sexual health. Topics include the impact of purity culture, healing from sexual abuse, and maintaining freedom. The podcast also explores the significance of emotional and physical states, the effects of purity culture, and the importance of open conversations about sex and spirituality.

Dr. Anita talks to Cheryl Luke who needed a rescue while handing out floaties. They discuss change, growth, recovery, addiction, surrender, food addiction, online meetings, and the significance of rest and grieving. They also explore the idea of identifying pain, pursuing recovery, and regaining what was lost.

The hosts reflect on the season and discuss the impact of COVID-19. They explore the intersection of mental health and faith in a woman's life. The importance of feeling and acknowledging emotions is emphasized. They discuss the benefits of Blinkist and book summaries. The importance of genuine friendship and confronting conflicting truths is also discussed.