In this episode, Dr. Sherella Cupid talks with Dr. Shawndaya Thrasher and Cristina Perez to discuss self-love, communication, and the ongoing process of defining love in relationships. They also detail the importance of personal growth, self-care, and understanding oneself before entering into relationships or making career decisions with an emphasis on intergenerational communication and learning. Lastly, the group shared their experiences with self-love, the role of faith, and their social media presence, highlighting the importance of community and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.
About SistaDoc Daya Thrasher...
Dr. Shawndaya Thrasher, LSU School of Social Work Assistant Professor, research explores racial/ethnic differences in bullying victimization outcomes. She holds a Doctorate from University of Kentucky, a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia, and a Master of Science in Criminology from University of West Georgia. She has over 8 years of direct practice with children and families in school, residential, and community settings. Her research interests broadly include bullying risks and protective factors, and effects of child bullying involvement on child welfare and development. Outside of research, she enjoys writing poetry, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends.
About Sista Cristina Perez...Cristina Perez is currently a Medical Billing Specialist for a Mental Health company in Rosedale, MD and a Special Education Reading Interventionist at a High School in Prince George's County. A proud graduate of Gettysburg College, where she earned a Bachelor's of the Arts in English with a Writing Concentration. She was inspired to join the education field during the Covid Pandemic where she rediscovered her love for reading and writing. She has more hobbies than fingers and loves to learn and experience new things. Follow her on social @black_beauty1102.
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