Erica Loewe was Recognized as one of The Root 100’s Most Influential Black Americans, Essence Magazine’s Power 40, ColorComm’s 28 Black Women in Communications Making History Now, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.’s 50 Under 40 and the Washington Association of Black Journalists Excellence in Communications recipients, Erica Loewe has over a decade of experience at the intersection of media, politics and entertainment. Erica recently served as Special Assistant to the President and Chief of Staff in the White House Office of Public Engagement, where she was responsible for making the White House accessible to as many Americans as possible. She was previously President Biden’s Director of African American Media.

Prior to joining the Biden-Harris Administration, she was Deputy Communications Director to House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC) and a key advisor to Chairwoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), serving as Press Secretary on the House Financial Services Committee. Before working in Congress, Erica served as Director at one of Washington’s top government and public relations firms where she worked closely with clients to develop and execute strategic messaging that advanced their priorities. In 2024, she was featured in “The Sixth”, a documentary produced by A24 and Change Content that chronicled her experience in the United States Capitol during the January 6th attack. Erica joins us on The Vault to discuss how to cope with stressful times in a world where things feel out of control. We talk about how to reclaim joy through advocacy.

 What is advocacy?
 How can you reclaim joy through advocacy and action?
 What are ways to stay connected through advocacy work?
 What are the tools to cope with stressful situations?
 What are the signs of High Functioning Depression?
 How to Cope with High Functioning Depression.

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 Erica Loewe Website https://bidenwhitehouse.archives.gov/ope/meet-the-team/erica-loewe/


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Cody Rigsby is a renowned fitness coach and Director of Cycling Content at Peloton. He is a New York Times Bestselling Author of “XOXO, Cody” and second runner-up on the thirtieth season of Dancing WithThe Stars. He has co-hosted the GLAAD Media Awards. Cody has been the face of major brands and has carved a niche in the romance and relationship space as a self-love enthusiast and motivational speaker. His podcast with Andrew Chappelle, Tactfully Petty, offers relatable relationship advice.

I met Cody at a Meta event celebrating David Beckham’s new brand and we hit it off right away. Cody joins me on The Vault to discuss relationship advice and we filmed hilarious content as well as discussed my new book, “High Functioning”. Cody talked about how he too struggles at times, yet no one knows because like many of us, he wears a mask of productivity. We talked about how people can better understand their hidden struggles so that they can reclaim joy and have healthier relationships.

 What is Healthy Love?
 How can you love yourself and boost self-worth using fitness?
 What are ways to cope with heartbreak?
 What are the tools to cope with toxic relationships?
 What are the signs of High Functioning Depression?
 How to Cope with High Functioning Depression.

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 Cody Rigsby Book https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/726560/xoxo-cody-by-cody-rigsby/
 Cody Rigsby Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tactful-pettiness-with-cody-rigsby-and-andrew-chappelle/id1752396448
 Cody Rigsby Website
https://www.onepeloton.com/instructors/bike/codyrigsby

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Dr. Sue Varma is a powerhouse. She Is a board-certified psychiatrist and professor at NYU who is known internationally as an on-air mental health expert for news and media. She guided the country through 2020’s trying times and is the author of Practical Optimism which is her book that is based on 8 pillars of practical optimism. We discussed how everyone can work on their mindset for daily growth and positive well-being. We also discussed ways to cope with the nonstop cycle of bad news and how to use breathwork to cope.

Practical Optimists are resourceful, realistic, and thoughtful problem solvers who possess something of rare value: the inner resources to cope during a crisis. We need this messaging now more than ever and I hope that you benefit from this resourceful episode of The Vault.

 What is practical optimism?
 How can you support loved ones with High Functioning Depression?
 What are the Risk Factors for someone who is struggling with crisis?
 What are the tools to cope with crisis?
 What are the signs of High Functioning Depression in healthcare workers?
 How to Cope with High Functioning Depression.


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