The Power of Pause: Cultivating Wholeness in a Busy World

Schedule

Thu Nov 06 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

408 12th St | Oakland, CA

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Take a purposeful pause with OAACC. Learn tools for stress, balance, and connection. Nov 6, 6 PM • 408 12th St Oakland
About this Event

In a world that moves at lightning speed, taking a moment to pause is more than self-care—it’s a radical act of wellness. Join the Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce (OAACC) for an evening with mental-health experts and community leaders focused on restoring balance, building supportive connections, and navigating emotional health in real life.


What to expect

Practical strategies to manage stress and protect your emotional health
Tools for creating small pauses that lead to big shifts
A supportive space to learn, reflect, and gain life skills for managing long term wellness.


Panelists

Dr. Margaret “Peggy” Jones
Dr. Marya Wright, LCSW
Tanya Jacobs, AMFT
Yanad Burrell, MHA
Moderator: Christian Dean


Whether you’re a professional, caregiver, student, entrepreneur, or simply feeling the weight of daily responsibilities, this session will help you slow down and reconnect with yourself.

Hosted by: OAACC • Sponsored by: Kaiser Permanente


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408 12th St, 408 12th Street, Oakland, United States

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