In this powerful episode of For Your Health, host Dr. Ronda Marie Chakolis-Hassan sits down with Sam Simmons, licensed therapist and founder of the Black Men Healing Conference, now in its 17th year. This year’s conference theme—Black Fatherhood—opens up a bold, necessary conversation about trauma, parenting, and the emotional legacy passed down through generations.Together, Dr. Ronda and Sam explore:The origins of the Black Men Healing ConferenceHow male trauma shapes behavior, relationships, and fatherhoodThe impact of parenting through fear and punishmentThe language we use around family—like “baby mama” and “baby daddy”—and why it mattersHow to support and elevate the voices of present, engaged Black fathersThe role of co-parenting, emotional presence, and intergenerational healingYou’ll also hear about this year’s featured guests:Anton Johnson – Keynote speaker on father engagement from prenatal care onwardDr. Nathan Chomilo – Speaking on trauma-informed health equityAlicia Price – Advocate for co-parenting and author of The Lessons I Didn’t Learn from My FatherWhether you're a father, community worker, mental health professional, or ally—this episode offers wisdom, truth, and hope.🔗 Learn more or register for the 2025 conference at www.brothershealing.com—Subscribe and share to help amplify healing and honest conversations in our communities.Subscribe, share, and join us on this journey toward wellness, equity, and empowerment.