HERO TRAINING FIND OUT WHY YOU NEED TO ATTEND JANUARY 31 2016

Hey it's your Girl JA Nursing here, I am super excited to share  this event with you. I remember being a young Mother and getting the eviction notice on my door on several occasions.  Two young child and a fixed income from welfare homelessness became my fear month to month.   I believe that every youth deserves that chance,  I believe that every youth has a special purpose and for that reason I admire the efforts of Heros in Black founder Matte Black.
  We Are The Heroes We've Been Waiting For ~  these are some strong words and I am proud to be apart of this journey

Inspire

While we rebuild these youth, we also enroll them in class’ called “Hero Training” that empowers and teaches them how to be there own boss in a verity of freelance work such as photography, dance, music, etc

In 2014, Heroes In Black alongside Hero Certified Burgers launched an initiative called “Hunger Heroes” to feed and clothe people in need which has only gotten bigger and bigger each month. Since then they’ve fed and clothed over 1200 + people in need across the downtown core of Toronto, Canada while collecting a staggering 7 tons of clothing donations from their supporters for local youth shelters. For those of you who don't know what a "Hunger Heroes" event is like, a huge group of Torontonians gather at Hero Certified Burger locations and separate into groups throughout all of downtown to feed and clothe people in need with burgers and clothing donations. 

We have this event once every month and its open to the public of all ages and only requires a $10 donation at the door to be apart of it. 

MEET MATTE BLACK 
Making Dreams Come True For Homeless & At-Risk Youth

Do you have a dream? Would you like to some day own your own business? How about your heart? Is it bruised and battered? Then join us at Hero Training while Motivational Speakers, Entrepreneurs and Nurses take us on a journey to unleash the Hero within and create the life we've always dreamed of. See you all there! #HeroTraining #UnleashTheHeroWithin

If you have been looking for a good way to give back first-hand then this is the event for you. Join us Toronto in the fight against hunger! #CallingAllHeroes

Please feel free to invite all your friends and family. If you have any clothing or furniture donations or have any questions please contact us: 

*Admission: Whatever you can afford.*

*This event is for all ages.*

*Rsvp here for a free Hero Certified Burger during the show.*

*Free haircut vouchers for youth 16-25 provided by Onyx Barbers.*

Judy Machado-Duque - Author, Life Purpose Playbook.

Michelle Armstrong - Best selling author, Motivational Speaker.

Victoria Chapman - Founder of Authentic Vibrations, Activist, Life coach.

Michelle Smith, Health & Social Advocate, RPN
Founder Of JA Nursing, We Care Inc, JA Smith Consulting & Nursing Services.

Matte Black - Founder of Heroes In Black, Activist.

Special thank you to Hero Certified Burgers and all of our amazing sponsors:  C3 Church 
Toronto, PEMF Global, Venao Swimwear, Million Dollar Smiles, Prana Fitness, Rod Chung, Motorcycle Enhancements, Ride2Reach, Trek for Teens, VØID Cancer, Love, Poetry Corsets, School Heroes Unite, Techsdale, JA Nursing, Imajonation Creations, JB Homers Premiumlager, Daddy Daughter Dayz, XO SAUCE CO, The Massage Lady's, Andy Burns & Suzanna F, Jennifer Kim, Charlie Riina & Ariyena Sorani


DON'T FORGET TO HIT GOING  https://www.facebook.com/events/1648250208781863/

#TorontoBorn #CanadaBound #WorldChangeInTheMaking

Heroes In Black has many volunteer opportunities and does a lot more for the community then you may be aware of, for more information please visit our website: www.heroesinblack.ca

Video: Heroes in Black give homeless youth hope

CityNews reporter Avery Haines spoke to Matte Black, who was once homeless himself and now strives to inject homeless youth with a sense of hope for the future.

http://www.citynews.ca/2016/01/14/video-heroes-in-black-give-homeless-youth-hope/?show_id

"We are the ones who refused to wait for Heroes to come save us and just became

 them.

 Together we will rebuild the ruins of homeless and at-risk youth."

~ We are Heroes In Black and you are welcome to Join Us~

DON'T FORGET  YOU CAN DONATE TO HEROS IN BLACK  HERE

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You Are Invited to 1st Fridays 'Health & Fitness' Edition Friday January 8th, 2016

  Lets welcome in  the New Year with my favorite phrase,  in order to increase your NET WORTH you need to increase your  NETWORK.   Welcome 2016  with the First,  First Friday of the year. First Fridays is a community activity club whose purpose is to organize a monthly activity(s) and/or event(s) that are focused on building and improving upon awareness, networking and information sharing for youth, adults, minority and mainstream communities in education, employment, self-employment, health and wellness, the arts and other areas of interest.

First Fridays in Toronto was founded in 1994. It is one of over 30 First Fridays that occur on the first Friday of every month throughout North America in cities like Montreal, Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and New York, to name a few. 

 I will be speaking at First Friday's Health and Fitness Edition  On January 08 2016.  My goal is  to increase the Health literacy of all individuals that I meet.

:::1st Fridays 'Health & Fitness' Edition:::

You are cordially invited to the

1st Fridays 'Health & Fitness'  Edition

Friday January 8th, 2016 @

Fuse Restaurant
Toronto's Newest Community Owned Hotspot!
366 Queen St. E., east of Parliament
(Free parking on Queen St & @ St. Paul's Church at Queen & Power)

From 6:30pm - 11pm

Featuring:

• A Special Presentation of the Jackie Robinson Fortitude Award to Margarett Best by Dewitt Lee & 1st Fridays
• Donna Alexander, VP, The Black Health Alliance - Soundness of Mind: Mental Health and Black Communities
• Michelle Smith, Health & Social Advocate, RPN, Founder of JA Nursing -
• Asking you Doctor the Right Questions & Medical Marijuana eligibility, purposes, and benefits
• Andria Barrett, Culinary Nutritionist & Personal Trainer specializing in Diabetes
• Dr. Curlie McCalla, Lifestyle Designer - Can You Have It All?
• Ibrahim Downey, Facilitator for The Big Breakthrough Seminars
• Dione Mason - Dance Fitness for the Heart, Mind & Spirit
• Renee Wallace-Konu, Registered Psychotherapist - Defining PTSD & its impact on the Community
• Adeela & Sacha Carter from HollywoodBodies, an All Natural, Plant Based Health & Wellness Business
• Femi Doyle-Marshall, Founder & Director of Strength and Health Programming at NEWPERSONA.INFO - 7 Simple Steps in Fitness to get Stronger
• Followed by the Mix N' Mingler & more...
• Admission is $15 before 7:30pm, $20 after ($5 off for Students)
•  

1st Fridays Sponsors:

Platinum:
Black Board International

Silver:
URBANOLOGY Magazine
ByBlacks.com

Bronze Sponsors:
Afrotoronto.com
Pride Newsmagazine
CHRY FM

Iron:
Jamaica National Building Society
TorontoCaribbean Newspaper

Community:
Caribbean Vibrations TV
Planet Africa Network

Sponsorship and advertising opportunities Available - contact Warren Salmon at


 Stay Connected
wsalmon@firstfridays.ca or 416-441-0792

For more information, visit:

http://www.firstfridays.ca

or Find us on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/32442645953/?fref=ts

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/First-Fridays-Toronto-3738275?trk=myg_ugrp_ovr

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/FirstFridaysTO

Instagram: http://instagram.com/firstfridaysto

I Encourage you to visit the site and please join  me in saying Thank You to Warren Salmon for is dedication to community building

This has been your Health and Social Literacy Buzz with Michelle Smith  your Health and Social Advocate stay connected, I am here to help you  http://www.janursingservices.com/healthcare-advocate.html

Get  familiar with my community division .We strive on partnering  with other organizations through a  outreach approach.

This year look out for My Health and Wellness articles in the Toronto Caribbean Newspaper Don't forget to catch  up on past editions  ---> HERE 

http://torontocaribbean.com/category/health-wellness/

 

Find Out Why You Should Attend the THE TORONTO WOMENS EXPO JAN 19 2016

 

2016 is a time to shine,  I  am so excited to share with you  an Amazing event.  Social Advocacy keeps you, up to date with whats going on around town.  Why wouldn't I,  want to share with you,  the opportunity to meet hundreds of  new people, vendors, suppliers, new clients, Authors, international Speakers and join venture partners?  On January 19  2016,  The Toronto's Women's Expo presents   a Life Changing Event geared to Empower  Women to succeed.

And yes men are welcome too....
The event will take place at Paradise Banquet Hall, Tues. Jan. 19, 2015 from 9am - 7pm for vendors and 9am - 5pm for coaches corner experts.
The conference part of the event will run until midnight!


 

As a 3rd year  attendee, I know that valuable relationships, connections, referrals and new business are created when you attend the TWExpo. Let me not forget to mention that, purchasing lunch includes a Yummy Wrap with sides, free parking, an All Day Access Pass worth $297, free coffee & tea all day, free access to all the international speakers and workshops, free sessions with Coaches Corner & 1000s in bonuses with some of the Top Authors and Speakers in the Industry!   If your in it to win it  for 2016  Purchase your VIP lunch for Only $20 NOW!   PURCHASE YOUR LUNCH NOW!

Whether you are in transition, looking for an opportunity, in the start up phase or well established in your business, the TWExpo is the place to be!   wait there's  more to this great story by clicking here http://ow.ly/WE5XV  YOU CAN  REGISTER FOR A  COMPLIMENTARY TICKET FROM ME TO YOU







Network, Learn, Generate Leads, Meet with an Expert One on One, Grow Your Business 10X

If you are interested in being a vendor at this incredible show, please click the link below.
Click here to apply to be a vendor, It is  A PERFECT WAY FOR YOU TO MEET HUNDREDS OF POTENTIAL BUYERS & SELLERS FOR YOUR BUSINESS  be a  Vendor  

(One vendor per company, multiple per industry. Full disclosure is a must with the products you will sell at the event.)


Schedule
9:00am
Trade Show Open to the Public
10:30am
Darin Adams
12:00pm
Lunch Time, Networking, VIP
Trade Show Open
1:00pm
Pasha Carter
2:30pm
Trade Show Open to Public
4:30pm
Byron Nelson
5:30pm
Dinner Break, Trade Show Open
7:00pm
Trade Show Closes
7:30pm
Byron Nelson on for the evening


  How do you make your business grow? Besides serving others, you need;
- EXPOSURE to people
- to build relationships that result in referrals
- build your list of engaged people who are already interested in what you
have to offer!

There are multiple ways to participate;
- Come as an attendee
- Book a complimentary coaches corner session with one of our experts
- Shmooz the trade show (schedule can be found below)
- Be a vendor or coaches corner expert (inquire at info (at) www.torontowomensexpo.com



 
Click here to apply to be a coaches corner expert  http://ow.ly/WEZ9g 
(Coaches Corner is for anyone who would benefit from having one on one meetings with people to determine how you can help them with any challenges or issues they are having, not just coaches :))



Before you leave I forgot to ask you if you, if you  like Bonuses?  Well The Toronto Women's  Expo Will have thousands of dollars in FREE bonuses when you sign up for lunch  CLICK----->LUNCH


 Please invite people to this page, share and enjoy!
Thank you for reading this post do share it on your social media let your friends know that you are taking charge for 2016.

 This has been your social buzz brought to you by your  Marketing Advocate Michelle Smith.  Find out more about how this works   MARKETING ADVOCATE LEARN MORE

5 Questions To Ask in 2016 When Hiring a Health Care Coach

Hi It's your Health Care  Advocate Michelle Smith here,  With the launch of my Health  Care Shield Membership, I just wanted to make sure  that you understand the journey that you will be embarking on. I will  explore what most health-care providers and fitness coaches will  overlook (like self-love, environmental influences, social determinants, and  medical factual knowledge. 

It's up to you to decide if you're comfortable with the level of training and experience of the coach you intend to hire.

This is  guide is for you. As your Advocate my Goal is to make sure that you are knowledgeable  regarding making all the right choices. Add theses 5 questions to your list and you'll  get  the best! 

If you have a specific illness or medical concern, ask their experience working with individuals like you. Are they licensed to treat people with medical issues? Are they aware of specific needs you may have or certain limitations?
In some cases, it may be important to find someone who is both a licensed health care provider and a holistic health coach (there are a few of us out there!). We're trained to handle any medical issues that may come up and facilitate healthy changes in the safest and most effective way.

2. How do you work with people holistically?
As complex human beings, our health is a combination of our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. When striving to make health changes it's important to be mindful of all areas of our well-being.
Many coaches are trained in one thing: nutrition, personal training, spiritual guidance, behavior change or weight loss.
Not all coaches or health care providers are equipped to handle all aspects of your health and that's OK! It's rare to find someone who is well trained in all these areas (and I would be leery of anyone who claims to have mastered all of them).
A coach should be aware of the importance of treating people holistically and have the tools — or a good referral network — to help you in key areas during your quest for better health.


3. What are your tools for helping me get unstuck?
Most people seek the help of a health coach when they're stuck. They've tried to make changes but have found blocks, resistance and challenges.
Usually  clients come to me "stuck," it's because they haven't explored the mental, emotional or spiritual factors that affect their health. It's often here where fears, resistance, self-sabotaging behaviors and self-deprecating thoughts must be healed.
Exploring these areas can be intimidating and scary. A coach should be able to sit in this space with you and feel comfortable with the uncomfortable stuff that comes up. They also have the tools and training to do this with you in a safe, healing environment.


4. When would you refer me to a licensed health care provider?
It's very important to be clear with your coach what their scope of practice is. Many coaches are not medically trained and are not licensed to diagnose, treat or knowledgeable to support  medical illness.
Just because a coach has worked with people with a certain disease doesn't mean they're certified or qualified to treat you medically.
A good (and confident) coach will know their limitations and be willing to discuss them with you. They should be comfortable admitting, "I don't know how to help you with this" or saying, "I think a more thorough work-up by a health care provider is needed."


5. Would I still be in control of my health?
If Your Answer is Yes  Keep Reading   
Lasting health changes only occur when a client takes ownership of her own healing. We're unique, intricate beings with different personalities, motivations and challenges.
It takes time for me to intimately understand my clients and guide them toward the best methods and approaches for them. One size does not fit all!
I love when people say to me, "that won't work for me" because we get to come up with lots of ideas on how to make health work better for them. In fact, when something doesn't work it usually helps us more specifically find what does ... and this is how we create success in our health!
Hiring a health coach can be a great addition to your health care team. Asking the right questions will help guide you in finding the best fit for your needs.


 It's Time to be in charge of your health lets connect   Do you want a more proactive approach to staying healthy?
If You answered yes  then Keep reading http://ow.ly/W4zpQ 

START HERE

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Don't forget  to check  out my health tips in the Health and wellness section of Toronto's #1 Caribbean Newspaper The Toronto Caribbean http://torontocaribbean.com/beating-the-holiday-blues-a-guide-for-all/http://torontocaribbean.com/beating-the-holiday-blues-a-guide-for-all/
 You can also send questions and comments to michelle@carib101.com