Dr Durrs Living In The Sweet Spot, February 21, 2024
S2 E12: Power over Pain: An Inspiring Black History Narrative, The African-American story is complex, profound, and deeply moving—a tapestry of courage, strength, and resilience interwoven with a painful legacy of struggle. It reflects a proud, diverse people’s relentless fight for freedom, pushing back against oppression and inhumanity. Embracing Black history means recognizing it as a journey of power over pain, a testament to resilience, and a call to honor an enduring legacy.
Dr. Obari Cartman, PhD, a psychologist and author, discusses the importance of which black history narrative we tell, the perspective from which we tell it, and the intention to share the power of blackness in our chosen stories that empowers listeners.
Key Takeaways:
- The Power of Storytelling: Sharing empowered narratives strengthens collective identity and fosters healing.
- Resilience and Excellence: Honoring strength and achievements transforms struggles into sources of pride.
- Empowerment through Perspective: Shaping history through uplifting stories nurtures self-worth and dignity.
- Emotional Wellness: Viewing Black history as a journey of growth and resilience supports mental health.
- Celebrating Contributions: Building a legacy of Black excellence inspires pride, hope, and a sense of purpose.
Meet Dr. Obari Cartman
Dr. Obari is a Community Psychologist who cultivates accessible wellness opportunities for Black men and boys. He specializes in integrating art, music and culture into his healing practices. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book "Lady's Man: Conversations for Young Black Men about Manhood and Relationships". His newest book will be released later this year titled "Black Spirituality: Ancient Wisdom for Everyday Life".
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Guest, Dr. Obari Cartman
Dr. Cartman is a father, son, brother, uncle, thinker, writer, therapist, photographer, drummer, and grassroots mental health advocate. He is the current president of the Chicago Association of Black Psychologists. He recently created a male rites of passage curriculum called MANifest that is being implemented in juvenile detention centers, schools and other community settings. As a consultant Dr. Cartman facilitates trainings for adults and workshops with youth about maintaining good mental health, critical analysis of hip-hop and media, racial and cultural identity, developing authentic manhood, and healthy relationships. Dr. Cartman is currently completing his second book about Black Spirituality which will be released next year.
Dr Durrs Living In The Sweet Spot
Show Description
Dr. Durr’s Living in the Sweet Spot is a weekly show that educates about the essential role of brain health to create fulfillment and the greatest demonstration of purpose and potential. Practical tools and solutions are offered to our audience from the intersection of mind-body medicine, science, and spiritual well-being to live out their Infinite Potential—to live Life in the sweet spot!
If unhappy moods, self-doubt, or fears of failure and uncertainty have hi-jacked your Infinite Potential, this is the show for you! If you want to learn how to utilize your brain health and transformative thinking to create happiness and the fulfillment of your potential, this is the show for you!
Mission
To create a world-class show that educates and empowers our audience through the intersection of mind-body medicine, science, and spiritual well-being about the critical importance of brain health as the gateway to live out their Infinite Potential—to live Life in the sweet spot!
How We Do It
Unique, innovative guests share their thought-provoking insights, experience, and out-of-the-box thinking in the areas of brain health, medicine, business, spirituality, music, art, and wellness. Break free of fear and conformity with practical tools and solutions that inspire, educate, and empower YOU to use your healthy brain and extraordinary, Infinite Potential to live the Life you’ve always longed for.
The audience includes thought leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, and innovative professionals with interests in brain health, transformative thinking, spirituality, wellness, science, business and the arts.
