Carrying the Weight: Wellness and Worth.
At Kingdom-Minded Corporate Living, we believe in being intentional about the whole person—spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. We understand that navigating professional spaces while managing personal health and wellness challenges requires strength, resilience, and faith. That’s why we’re hosting a powerful panel discussion: Carrying the Weight: Wellness and Worth.
Terrace is still learning how to navigate life with Sickle Cell as an adult. The constant advocacy required just to be heard and helped by medical professionals can be mentally and emotionally draining. Ragina remembers exactly where she was on December 11, 2009, when the call came. "How did this happen? There’s no cancer in my family," she thought, stunned by the news: breast cancer. Meanwhile, Shariyun is serving on the front lines as a therapist, walking alongside individuals living with HIV and AIDS, carrying both their stories and their strength.
This powerful conversation brings together women who have faced, fought, and are still conquering some of life’s most relentless battles—cancer survivors, sickle cell warriors, mothers juggling health challenges with family life, and advocates standing in the gap for those living with HIV.
Their stories are more than testimonies—they are tools. Through their insights and lived experiences, we’ll shed light on the harsh realities of health disparities while offering hope, practical wisdom, and strategies to take dominion over life—even after a diagnosis.
Why This Panel Matters:
Health disparities continue to disproportionately affect Black women, impacting their quality of life and longevity. Consider these sobering statistics:
Breast Cancer: Black women are 41% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women, despite being diagnosed at lower rates. Late-stage detection and disparities in treatment contribute significantly to this gap (Mayo Clinic Cancer Blog).
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD): The estimated life expectancy of individuals with SCD in the U.S. is more than 20 years shorter than the national average (CDC).
Maternal Health: Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women due to a range of factors, including disparities in healthcare quality and systemic barriers (CDC).
HIV and Women’s Health: Women with HIV experience unique health challenges, including a higher risk of cervical cancer, heart disease, infertility, and gynecological issues (ViiV Healthcare).
The Call to Action: Dominion Beyond Diagnosis: These statistics aren’t just numbers—they represent real lives, real families, and real struggles within our communities and the body of Christ. We are connected to many who are impacted by these realities or who are actively working to challenge the healthcare system, advocate for equitable treatment, and ensure that wellness is accessible for all.
This panel is more than just a discussion—it’s a call to action.
It’s a space to see, support, and uplift those navigating these journeys— recognizing that a diagnosis does not define your destiny. God still calls each of us to take dominion over our lives, our purpose, and our assignments.
Join us as we sit at the feet of women who have chosen to live boldly, walk in their purpose, and take dominion beyond their diagnoses. Their testimonies will inspire, equip, and empower us all to advocate for ourselves and others while standing firm in our worth and wellness.
Are you ready to be part of the conversation? Let’s take this journey together. Join us for Carrying the Weight: Wellness and Worth.
