THE SACRIFICES OF SUPERWOMEN | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation
Date and Time
Jan 8, 2024 6:00 pm
Location
Hyattsville
5331 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, Maryland, 20781
Jan 8, 2024 6:00 pm
Hyattsville
A gripping exploration of real-life heroine's sacrifice, The Sacrifices of Superwomen: Natural Remedies to Restore Balance uncovers the negative health implications of the superwoman persona, particularly among women of color. Using the Sojourner syndrome as a symbolic thread, Dr. Sullivan navigates the complex history of these resilient women, illuminating the intertwined challenges of societal discrimination, single parenting, and daily stressors that lead to diminished self-worth and unhealthy habits.
This book highlights the transformational power of consistent, small changes in lifestyle, incorporating homeopathic/naturopathic medicine, nutrition, as well as meditation, exercise, and other self-care practices. Embark on an empowering journey towards creating a healthier, balanced life with this thought-provoking guide, and find solace in knowing that wellness is attainable.
Dr. Andrea Sullivan is joining us on the Busboys stage to share natural remedies to restore the balance. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during and after the event, and Dr. Sullivan will be signing following the program.
This event is free and open to all. Our program begins at 6:00 pm, and will be followed by an audience Q&A. Copies of THE SACRIFICES OF SUPERWOMEN will be available for purchase before and after the event. Please note that this event is IN PERSON and will NOT be livestreamed.
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As a seasoned presenter, lecturer, tv, podcast and radio guest, and licensed naturopathic physician, of 36 years, Dr. Andrea Sullivan brings a wealth of knowledge to enhance health and well-being. Dr. Sullivan is a dynamic, articulate, inspirational, encouraging, humorous, gracious, humble and engaging doctor. Her dedication to and concern for her patients and humankind is never in question. For Dr Sullivan, “naturopathic medicine is a calling not just a career”.
Before receiving her degree in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University Dr. Sullivan was the first African American to receive a PhD in sociology/ criminology from the University of Pennsylvania. She was a special assistant for urban policy to the US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and an assistant professor at Howard University, lecturer at American University and University of Maryland, when she stepped away to attend to her own dis-ease. In so doing she found her life calling in naturopathic medicine. Still passionate about the lives of others, she found that working as a naturopathic doctor increased her ability to assist in creating greater spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health.
Dr. Sullivan is a founding member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. She was the first naturopathic physician to be appointed by the Mayor of Washington DC to serve on the Board of Medicine, which she did for 5 years. She led the successful effort to create licensure for naturopathic doctors in Washington DC. before establishing and serving on the Naturopathic Board of Medicine.
Excerpts from her first book, A Path to Healing: A Guide To Wellness for Body, Mind and Soul (1998: Doubleday), appeared in Essence Magazine, followed by several feature stories on Dr. Sullivan over the following years.
Her most recent book is The Sacrifices of Superwomen: Natural Remedies to Restore Balance (Koehler Books Oct 30, 2023).
She has written for Prevention, Essence and Ebony Magazines, and The Huffington Post. She was a contributing writer for Body & Soul: The Black Women’s Guide to Physical Health and Emotional Well-Being, Linda Villarosa, Ed ( Harper Perennial, 1994), and Healing Your Body Naturally: Alternative Treatments to Illness, 3rd edition by Gary Null (Seven Stories Press 1997) . Her radio interviews include: Today with Dr. Kaye, The Gary Null Show, WBLJ FM, NYC; The Kojo Nnamdi Show, WAMU FM/NPR; The Daily Drum with Herman Washington WHUR FM, Her television appearances include Nature’s Medicine with Barbara Harrison, NBC Channel 4; Our Voices BET: Evening Exchange with Kojo Nnamdi, WHMM and Great Day Washington WUSA 9. Several of Dr Sullivan’s videos can be accessed through Google/YouTube – Andrea Sullivan/naturopathic doctor and her website drandreasullivan.com. Podcast interviews include Inside the Armor and Strands of Our Nation with Dr Kaye.
Dr. Sullivan’s presentations include, but are not limited to the National Medical Association, Georgetown University, the National Institutes of Health, Bethesda MD, the American Lung Association, and Walter Reed Hospital, Preventive Medicine Department.
Most recently she was granted an Honorary Doctor of Science degree from Sonoran University (formerly Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) during the graduation ceremony, where she was the keynote speaker. She is also on the Board of Trustees for the University.
Dr Sullivan is a member of The International Women’s Forum, an invitation-only membership organization, which connects women leaders across every professional sector. The IWF has over 7500 women leaders in 33 countries.
She has treated people of all ethnicities and backgrounds using naturopathic and homeopathic medicine. Combining sociology and naturopathic medicine is the focus of her new book, The Sacrifices of Superwomen: Natural Remedies To Restore Balance. She treats the whole person and empowers both those she treats and those who read or hear her words to appreciate and incorporate lifestyle changes and natural medicine for healing and primary prevention.
