On this uplifting episode of Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell, Erica shared a powerful message about faith, encouraging listeners to “trust the pilot” of their lives and surrender control to God, even when the destination isn’t clear. The conversation was paired with practical wisdom from Ayurvedic practitioner Alana Atkins, who explained why the risk of heart attacks and strokes is higher during the first hours after waking. She encouraged listeners to start their day slowly, practice deep breathing, stay hydrated, and begin each morning with gratitude. Her advice aligns with medical research showing that blood pressure, stress hormones, and clotting activity naturally rise in the morning, making early hours a higher-risk period for cardiovascular events.  

The show also celebrated a historic achievement for Urban One founder Cathy Hughes, who recently received the Key to the City of Washington, D.C. During her conversation with Erica, Hughes reflected on her journey from Omaha, Nebraska, to building Urban One into the nation’s largest Black-owned media company and shared her gratitude for being honored by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The recognition highlights Hughes’ decades-long impact on media, culture, and the amplification of Black voices. Listeners were inspired by her reminder that success is never achieved alone and that her accomplishments represent the collective work of the many people whose lives and careers have been touched by Urban One. 

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