Ep 13- A Man's Perspective- Kwesi's dad In this weeks podcast, Sonja welcomes a special guest to the show...Kwesi's dad, James. He talks about his relationship with Kwesi, how he dealt with Kwesi's diagnosis and transition. He shares how he found support and he and Sonja discuss their relationship during one of the most challenging times in their lives.

In Episode 12, Sonja Prince, Executive Director of The Kwesi Prince Foundation, talks about Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and the current campaign the foundation is hosting the month of September to raise funds to help pediatric cancer families. The No One Fights Alone Challenge offers an opportunity to support parents/caregivers as they care for their child who is currently on treatment and those who have unfortunately lost a child to cancer. The Challenge- During the month of September(Childhood Cancer Awareness Month), we are asking you to support our No One Fights Alone (NOFA) Challenge by donating $5 and asking as many people as you know to support as well. Our goal is to raise at least $4,500! As it’s often said, it takes a village! Paypal: https://paypal.me/kprincefoundation Cash app: $KPF2016 https://kwesiprincefoundation.org/no-one-fights-alone/

On this week's podcast Sonja Prince, the Executive Director of The Kwesi Prince Foundation, talks about her journey five years after losing her son. She shares how her grief has changed over the years and where she is now. She hopes this episode is encouraging. She also shares what is currently going on with KPF and upcoming events. If you are local, KFP is looking for donations for their upcoming yard sale. Details can be found on the Facebook page (listed below) Dr. Joshua B Rubin Lab- Legacy Program: https://rubinlab.wustl.edu/items/the-legacy-program/ KPF contact information: Website: https://kwesiprincefoundation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwesiprincefoundation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kp_foundation/

On this week's podcast Sonja Prince, the Executive Director of The Kwesi Prince Foundation talks about the importance and challenge of finding the key people to help you along a difficult journey. She specifically speaks of three groups of people who helped her and continue to provide emotional support on her journey. The groups mentioned are: 1) Your inner circle 2) New connections 3) The person on the outside looking in Therapy resources: Betterhelp.com- online counseling with a licensed professional therapist. talkspace.com- text based therapy livehealthonline.com therapyforblackgirls.com To search online for a therapist in your area: psychologytoday.com

On this week's podcast Sonja Prince, the Executive Director of The Kwesi Prince Foundation talks about the importance of therapy and why many people don't engage a therapist In this episode, she shares: 1) Why she recommends therapy 2) How to know when you might need therapy 3) How to find a therapist Online resources: Betterhelp.com- online counseling with a licensed professional therapist. talkspace.com- text based therapy livehealthonline.com To search online for a therapist in your area: psychologytoday.com

During episode 8, Sonja discusses a current book she is reading...Transforming Pain to Power: Unlock Your Unlimited Potential by Daniel Beaty During this first series of Transforming Pain to Power, Sonja talks about the importance of focusing on your breath to tap into your power. Ways to focus on your breath: Meditation Breathing techniques Please connect with us at www.kwesiprincefoundation.org Facebook: The Kwesi Prince Foundation IG: @kp_foundation

In episode 7, our ED and Kwesi's mom, Sonja, explores how she was able to cope with the loss of her son. There are many ways and paths to get through grief and it's definitely not one size fits all. What works for one may not work for all but we hope you find something in this episode that may help you on your journey. Surviving the loss of a child truly feels like an impossible feat but so many parents are traveling down this painful, lonely road. As Sonja looks back on the journey she points out several things that have helped sustain her and give her hope . The following are the tips mentioned in this weeks episode. 1. Listen to your intuition and do all within your power 2. Live in the moment and soak up the opportunity 3. Self care 4. List of things you may enjoy 5. Acknowledge and listen to grief but continue to move forward 6. Therapy 7. Mind, body and spirit 8. Reconnect with loved ones 9. Purpose 10. Divine calling