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Q&A With agnes levine

What must black people do to unite?
"I believe the more we reach back and help each other from the top, the more we will solidify our raace. Too often, blacks have 'made it' and never looked back. This only keeps the ones left behind angry and frustrated. What I see as a shift of more successful blacks giving back and reaching back, the more I see the confidence of others raised. We must become more race-friendly in order for others to listen to us. Our positive ole models must not be afraid to hug a young brother or listen to the little sister. We have to close the gap and be less frightened about the possibility of losing what has been acquired. We must not be frightened about each other and become more compassionate towards each other across social classes, too." Interviewed by George Cook 02/01/09

What is your contribution in Shifting the paradigm of dysfunction in the African American community
"I am going to die lighting the fire under African-Americans to seek and obtain mental healthcare. Please help me .... Smile." Interviewed by Dr. Okpara Nosakhere 11/26/08

Are you working to improve your community
"Yes, indeed and boy is it sooo hard. However, I'm having fun and lots of Jesus joy!!!:)" Interviewed by Brothas Keepa 10/03/08

What book have you read that changed your life?
"Boy, what a tough question. Many books have contributed to the tranformation of my life, but most notably the bible. More specifically, discovering that black people are the Kushites. Then King David and the book of Psalms. The relationship this King had with God resonated in my spirit and still does. Other than that, I would have to say "Dust Tracks On The Road" by Zora Neale Hurston because of her love for her people during her era to choose them as the subjects of her work. I love the way she talked about their everyday lives as if they were truly important people. Her imagination to make her characters lively through her "Spool People." Her wit. Before then, I would say, "A Woman Of Substance" by Barbara Taylor Bradford because I was very young in my twentites but after reading that book, I knew it was possible for me to be strong and accomplish a goal that women were not suppose to do. That was when I first began dreaming of owning my own publishing company. I realized women could be business owners and yield power and be empowered. I realized I wanted to write professionally one day, too. I also realized that there was something wrong with white people in control of Africa and the diamond industry so I began thirsting for more information about that as well. That book still inspires me today." Interviewed by Pam Perry 09/30/08

What are you willing to bring to the table of unity and visionary growth?
"Certainly my skills and talents. As a visionary, most definitely my commitment to see the task to the end, flexibility, and the willingness to be a team player." Interviewed by This is Bren 09/27/08

Do you know who you really are and the role you play in this world?
"Yes. I definitely know who I really am. I believe my role is to bring forth the mentally afflicted into God's healing Kingdom." Interviewed by Porscha Bain-Gray 09/21/08

What make you to move on with your journey
"Of course, God's healing hands and faith to me, but my children are my second biggest motivators. I will never fail in their eyes becaue they will carry that self-help, self-determination spirit into the next generation. I hate it when children do not have parents as positive role models. " Interviewed by Demetrice Havior 09/18/08

What is your Legacy for our World
"Self-Determination." Interviewed by Rockyj Owens 09/18/08

What in your life is most significant?
"God, self, family." Interviewed by Annette Colbert-Latham 09/18/08

What do people notice about you within the first hour of meeting you?
"Hmmm, that I'm very spiritual and have a great sense of humor. Then my intelligence shines through-LOL!" Interviewed by Darryl Lee 09/15/08

How can we overcome the negative issues to focus on our strengths to create positive outcomes?
"I would learn and understand the negative issue thoroughly. Then I would creat a positive solution that I can achieve. My focus would then shift to that positive solution with advocacy and zeal. Thank you for a good question." Interviewed by Roger E Madison Jr 09/13/08

What will you do to make an impact in this world?
"Convince one more person to seek mental healthcare for him or herself, a family member, others. Continue to raise the awareness of brain disorders such as Bipolar. Show the world that stigmas hurt not just the person, but the community at large. Publish my book, "Cooling Well Water: A Collection of Work By An African-American Bipolar Woman" and then sell each copy I could afford to self-publish~!" Interviewed by Dr. Deborah Price 09/12/08

What bought you to where you are in your life today?
"A spiritual transformation of my mindset. I was moving through life carnally working and parenting and schooling. My focus was on material objects such as house, car, bills, stuff for kids. I was enslaved. When I became ill and God delivered me from that illness, my value system changed. I began to focus more on what I could do that would give God all the glory. Then I began telling my story which opened up doors for me to journey to where I am today. I am freed spiritually. Thank you for such a good question." Interviewed by Fareeda Mabry 09/07/08

How does your spiritually (not religion) affect you daily view of the world and the changes taking place.
"Spiritually, I view the changes taking place as ordered by God. I see His hand sweeping across the world making His promises true. I see discernment with visions and prophecies. " Interviewed by Jamila Langevin 09/07/08

How important is family to you?
"Family is exxxxtremely important to me. When I had my ephiphany that God specifically united certain individuals to be in one family, as opposed to friends, I began to appreciate family more. Family, therefore, is purposeful to fulfill God's will IMMHO." Interviewed by Yusuf A. H. Salaam 09/07/08

Would you like to live amoung the STARS?
"We're talking about the heavenly ones, right? Smile. " Interviewed by Bobby Travis 09/07/08

What are your thoughts on same sex marriage
"The exact same thoughts that God had about it." Interviewed by Wilson Glenda 09/07/08

Do you know the history of black people?
"I could never know enough and I thirst for more and more. " Interviewed by Harold Causey 09/07/08

What do YOU know about the South?
"That my paternal ancestors landed on the Gullah-Geechie Islands of the Lowcountry. That it is beautiful down there and I hope to retire there with my family rich in culture. It is very rural in my "hometown" and the peace is very enticing. That palm trees are the state tree and justifiably so. That sitting on the front porch with lemonade and staring off at a field of corn softens the mind. That church really is "chuch." That the love and compassion from neighbors toting homemade cakes from house to house on Sundays is sincere. That swimp and grits is so dang good! That if you slip up, the whole town will know it and beat you down. Smile." Interviewed by Patricia Neely-Dorsey 09/06/08

What inspires you to write?
"God and the way He speaks to me through nature. My daily experiences with managing and coping my brain disorder of Bipolarity. It is good mental therapy and it is the single-most way I can reach back into the community to uplift others. The color of a flower petal or the hummingbird that hovers over just one pink flower petal. The way the golden yellow sunflowers tilt their giant heads towards me as if to say, "hello." The tiny little lavender flowers that form on green weeds. The simpilist things in life inspire me to write because it stimulates my mind to stay healthy. Then there is..." Interviewed by Grace LaJoy 09/06/08

What makes you happy?
"Peace." Interviewed by Shannon Swan 09/05/08

How do you give back to the community?
"I take the time to talk to youth. I let them know how important they are to our future and I let them know they are loved. I stay on youth about the importance of education, no drugs/alcohol, no teen sex, and planning for college as a goal. I also reach out to families with special needs individuals and/or mental illness. I attend events for advocacy issues such as civil rights, supports and services for individuals with special needs. I share that information with others. I also teach part-time so I have greater access to our youth and to keep them focused so that they do not fall victims to No Child Left Behind. This is done by encouraging them to believe they can do all things and be successful at it." Interviewed by Raphah Anderson 09/05/08

Why chess?
"Strategic planning." Interviewed by Orrin Hudson 09/03/08

What dreams are unfulfilled at this point in your life.
"Grandchildren. (But I can wait, smile)." Interviewed by Bess Gamble-Williams 09/03/08

How do you want people to remember you?
"As saved by God. As reaching back to our community to raise awareness of mental illnesses and treatment for it so we can all enjoy a quality of life. For my advocacy work. For my integrity and tenacity. For my love of my children and God's people. For over-coming major obstacles. And for my book: "Cooling Well Water: A Collection of Work By An African-American Bipolar Woman."" Interviewed by TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen 09/02/08

What do you really want out of life?
"Peace and happiness. I know that sounds so cliche, but when you have a taste of it, you understand why folks say it! When you fulfill your God-given purpose, you have peace and happiness. Otherwise, it's just a job and you're just living." Interviewed by Emmanuel Brown 08/31/08

What will be your legacy?
"Self-Determination despite any obstacle. Faith. Integrity. Strong Work Ethic. Peace, Love. Banana Pudding and Lasagnes." Interviewed by Tiki W 08/30/08

What is your divine purpose and how is that reflected in your lifework?
"My divine purpose is to show that God is real through my testimony and my walk. When I was called to reveal my mental illness, I didn't get it. Once I got it, God manifested in my life like I never believed possible. Thus, my book reflects my lifework ... to date!" Interviewed by Dr. Anita Davis-DeFoe 08/29/08

What role has formal education (all levels) played in shaping your current world view?
"It has shaped it wonderfully! It has alllowed me to dialogue with people who make the world go around. It has exposed me to issues and information that I did not know existed or took for granted. It has made me grow to appreciate that education is the key to success and why it is important to reach back and teach one." Interviewed by Dr. J. Elisha Burke 08/29/08

If you were banned from the United States and you have to leave today, what country would you go to live in - and why?
"Ha, ha, ha. I am responding with humor (a little). I would flee to France/Greece where Tina Turner lives! (I swear to God it comes from Heaven above)!" Interviewed by Dante Lee 08/29/08

Do you know and understand your life purpose?
"I believe so. It was a journey I am still walking, but I now know the purpose for my life. The minute I discovered what it was, doors opened up and bright lights came on. "Walk this way." The Lord beckoned." Interviewed by Frederick Confidence 08/29/08

agnes levine
Part-Time Teacher, Baltimore County Public Schools
Location: Atlanta, GA United States
Joined: Aug 18th, 2008

About (request update)

Apostle Agnes Levineis that I was chosen by Soveign God to be helpful to others with a mental health condition.

Apostle Agnes is a mother of two adult children. She currently is President of Levine-Oliver Publisher, Inc.and The Arc of Maryland Partnership in Policymaking and Founder of Cooling Well Water Ministry. Agnes completed the Masters in Public Administration/Minor in Legal and Ethical Studies programs at the University of Baltimore and holds a BA Degree in Political Science from the University of Baltimore. Agnes is also an alumna of the former Community College of Baltimore where she studied Paralegal Science.

As a parent of a severely disabled young adult, Agnes has combined experience, education, knowledge, and skills in public policy and is a graduate of the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation/Maryland Developmental Disability Council Federal Advocacy Program, as a life-time member of Maryland Partners in Policymaking and oversight of disability legislation and implementation, service delivery.

Agnes is also has experience and participation in NAMI Training Classes: Peer-To-Peer, Basics, IOOV. I am a former Grassroots Mobilization Committee Member for the National Alliance on Mental Illness - Metropolitan Baltimore Chapter, and NAMI Maryland and NAMI South Carolina and NAMI Georgia at www.namgai.org, member Board of Directors for NAMI-Charleston, SC, and a certified NAMI IOOV Presenter.

As Founder and President of Levine-Oliver Publisher, Inc., Apostle Agnes has published a book, "Cooling Well Water: An African-American Bipolar Woman, and "I Saw You In His Eyes: Reenie's Story which is scheduled for Winter 2023 Release. The book is in paperback format and delves into how mental illness affects a young black woman.

Contact me at levineoliverpublisher@gmail.com for one-on-one support and encouragement to pursue your dream despite having a mental health condition such as Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, PTSD, Anxiety Disorder.

My Interview Question

Can you live a successful life with Bipolar Disorder?

Current Whereabouts:

Publishing an informative newsletter k/a LOPnewsmag bringing valuable news to our African-American culture; especially persons seeking mental illness recovery success! It's possible and stigma cannot stop us living with a mental health condition.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

"I believe as an African-American author, we can never have enough said and printed words last forever. Because of that, it is my personal goal to show the future generation that hard knocks come fast, but you use them as stepping stones to greatness! Therefore, I will continue to tell my story to encourage members of our community to seek mental and spiritual wellness with self-determination, self-help, Self-Care and zeal!" This goal has developed into the mission for Cooling Well Water Ministry which is to empower, educate, edify, heal and deliver, and spread the gospel of Jesus Chtist for discipleship. Please also join me on Facebook (Apostle Agnes B. Levine and LinkedIn -- mention BIA for acceptance, please). John 3:16 KJV/NIV 1 Cor. 12:26 KJV/NIV

Website:

http://www.levineoliverpublisher.com

Education (request update)

High School: Baltimore City College High School in Baltimore, MD class of 1982

Activities & Accomplishments:

SGA Vice President, Tennis/Modern Dance, Editor Collegiate Newspaper Early Admission to College Program

Best Memories:

Election campaign for SGA President/Vice President Editor of Collegiate Newspaper

Experience

I currently work with Baltimore County Public Schools as Part-Time Teacher
I have 15 years of experience working in the Government and Policy industry.

Activity

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HOW PONTIFF LEO RELEASES 2027 PRAYER LIST; APPEAL FOR OLYMPIC TRUCE; PEACE NOT WAR; YOUTH INTERCESSORS...

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HOW LOPnewsmag I RETURNS FROM SABBATICAL, MLK DAY HONORED, MENTAL HEALTH GRANTS RESTORED...

For Immediate Release From Kingdom-Levine-Oliver Publisher, Inc.! HAPPY NEW YEAR! IT IS GREAT TO BE BACK FROM SABBATICAL AND LEARN I CAN ACCESS THIS PLATFORM AGAIN. TENKI FUH YA PATIENCE. LET' ...more
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Why Are You Concerned About Black America:

I am concerned that we are the least race group to seek mental healthcare. WE trail behind all other races in doing the positive self-help things and then we suffer then most because of that. If we are going to ever seriously heal, no matter who did what, we must take ourselves seriously enough to want to make ourselves whole. We need self-love! If we are suffering from clinical depression and then use drugs or alcohol to medicate that depression, we are killing ourselves and our communities. Self-help and Self-determination are key to over-coming the stigmas and debilitating ways of brain disorders such as Bipolar. It's not funny anymore. It's time to take it seriously when you see the crippling affects Bipolar, and other mental illnesses, has on our family and community and our future.

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Community that educates itself about brain disorders such as Bipolar and encourage members in our community to seek treatment. Improve ourselves by seeking mental healthcare regularly.

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Guestbook Comments

	Hey Thanks for the wonderful news blogs! Tagged by Jen Fad on 02/05/2014

	Hello Apostle, It's been a minute. How are you? How is married life and the family? I hope you're enjoying beautiful Charleston, SC! I miss SC and wish that I'd never left. Anyway, shout me out some peace and blessings when you get a quick minute to let me know how goes it! Tagged by Jen Fad on 04/03/2013

	please my Dearest One reply me to this e-mail. salomewilfred5@yahoo.com Dearest One, My name is Miss Salome Wilfred i saw your profile today in this site (blackinamerica.com) and became interested in you,i will also like to know you the more,and i want you to send an email to my email address so i can give you my picture for you to know whom i am.Here is my email address (salomewilfred5@yahoo.com i believe we can move from here.I am waiting for your mail to my email address above.Miss Salome (Remember the distance or color does not matter but love matters a lot in life Yours Love Miss Salome (salomewilfred5@yahoo.com Tagged by salome wilfred on 11/23/2012

	Are you newly wed? Congrats to you and much blessings in your matrimonial home! Tagged by Jen Fad on 06/17/2010

	Sister Agnes the situation with Prophetess Juanita was a hot mess! Although I empathize with her situation, I do believe the bible does say that man looks on the outside... unless we do positive things that reflect Christ so that people will look at Jesus rather than us, we must not be upset with people for pointing out what they saw as phoney. It looks phoney to them so that's their opinion. I personally pray that she has recovered and I'm glad she's finding solace in her music. Prophetess Bynum has moved on as her ex husband has also moved on especially since he's remarried for the 3rd time to an equally anointed Woman of God. Experiences also serve to be good teachers and I'm sure the situation serves as a true teachable moment for her. God bless her and I pray that she will do well in her ministry. Much Love to Her. Tagged by Jen Fad on 06/17/2010

	Peace Nubian; Well on the bipolar issue, its just the "GHOST OF THE PLANTATION"! It haunts the pschological & social process of African Americans. Our limitation rest only in our ignorance because we are ignorant of who we are & what we can do. BORN-U-TRUTH (but), with the right knowledge & right "over"standing (tied of being under); we must begin to entertain the brain,in order to break the psychological chains! Only then would that seriously healing your talking about can began.From self hate or suffering from clinical depression. No clinical DR's are going to heal us as a people. The only remedy is KNOWLEDGE-OF-SELF to overcome the stigmas. I dont believe we really have BIPOLAR, we just been knock unconscious in the ring of AMERICA & need to be woken up! The Messenger ELIJAH MUHAMMAD started teaching us this back in the 30's & still-til this day The HONORABLE MINISTER LOUIS FARRAKHAN still teachse this.An still 85% of us are still knocked the hell out! Mentally Blind, Deaf, & Dumb & full of fear. (BLIND) because thy dont see the light of truth after being shown it for 80 years. (DEAF) because they will not hear the truth. (DUMB) because they will not see or open their ears & hearts after the light has shown clear for many years. "DAMN" IF YOU PUT IT THAT WAY,maybe 85% do have BIPOLAR.......LOL!!!! PEACE SISTER Tagged by Rick McCoy on 03/05/2010

	The blog you recently did made me think about how the majority of churches deny people to acknowledge mental health issues. I happened to attend a church in NY when the 2001 WTC Towers were attacked and do you know that the pastor and the other ministers never once thought to tell us that we should seek professional help or counseling, but just pray?! Think of all the people like me that went to that church who were suffering. There were people giving testimonies of how they missed work that day and the ministers saying that God protects His people. Oh let me not forget they also said fear was of the devil and that we have to live by having faith that God would protect us. I believe that, but when it comes to mental illness --- the church world almost does everything they can to preach against/discourage against seeking medical treatment, but it's a totally different story if one has cancer. What is the difference in having an imbalance of the brain vs having cancer of the brain? Both should be treated with professional help in my opinion and there's nothing wrong with prayer while one is getting professional help. Tagged by Jen Fad on 02/02/2010

	Could use your help, will you listen and see if we can help soneone? 712-432-1085 pin 616244# Tagged by Esther Pinkston on 01/31/2010

	You are the best Sister Agnes! Tagged by Jen Fad on 12/26/2009

	Thanks for inviting me to be friends, because I can't believe we weren't already friends either. I'll have to post some stuff from the Black Doctor Magazine just for you sis! Tagged by Jen Fad on 09/18/2009

	Thank you. Tagged by Harry Watley on 09/03/2009

	Greetings to you. Hope all is well. Tagged by Will Saunders on 04/27/2009

	Greetings Sister, it is a pleasure and an honor to have you as a friend once again. PEACE BE WITH YOU ALWAYS!!! Tagged by Siebra Muhammad on 04/11/2009

	Question: If a person is applying for Social Security benefits and does NOT want the medicare portion --are they forced to pay their portion? usually the person has other adequate insurance in this true scenario, can you find out? thanks! Tagged by Marta Fernandez on 03/04/2009

	/* Hi Agnes: Not a problem! :) I've been pretty busy myself and have nt visited BiA for a while, either. Thanks for getting back to me, I'm here should you need me. Peace and Love, My beautiful Sister! SANKOFA, Greg. gvb1210me@yahoo.com http://www.BoulwareEnterprises.com */ Tagged by Gregory V. Boulware, Esq. on 02/08/2009

	/* Hello Agnes: I'm Greg! Many of my family members reside in 'Baltimore.' If you have time, check out the "Butlers' and the Boulwares' from 'South Carolina to Philadelphia.' My cousin David Butler resides right across the street from the Harbor. I would also invite you to check out some of my articles/essays: http://gvb1210me.tripod.com/Boulware_Gregory_ASB/ Peace and Love, My Sister. Gregory V. Boulware gvb1210me@yahoo.com http://www.BoulwareEnterprises.com */ Tagged by Gregory V. Boulware, Esq. on 01/08/2009

	Hello, how are you? Hope all is good. I just read an article about an assisted suicide law in the state of Oregon as it pertains to people who are dpressed. Thought you might be interested: http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/health_news_detail.asp?health_day=620085 Tagged by Will Saunders on 10/08/2008

	How are you today? Hope that all is good. I wrote the story I mentioned to you on Schizophrenia. Check out my page. Sorry it took me so long, but I wanted to support what I wrote with specific facts and sources so people who read it can go and do some further research on their own. I imagine that lots of people who read it will be schizophrenia sufferers or maybe know someone who suffers from it. I hope that it can be helpful to someone. Thank you for your positive presence on this site. Tagged by Will Saunders on 09/26/2008

	Hi, my name is Patricia Neely-Dorsey. I have just recently published a book of poetry that I think you would enjoy. Please check out my page for details. Tagged by Patricia Neely-Dorsey on 09/06/2008

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