Lionel Lee Jr. Center for Wellness

02/20/2026

✨ Honoring Black Voices Through Poetry ✨

This Black History Month, we celebrate Angela Harvey, author of Poetic Alchemy: Seven Intentions for Healing, Growth, and Transformation — a powerful collection designed to guide readers through healing and self-discovery.

In Poetic Alchemy, Angela shares poems born from her own transformative journey, centered around seven intentions: emotional identification, self-awareness, conversation, application, defining moments, word exploration, and self-expression.

Her work reminds us that poetry can be more than art — it can be a pathway to healing, clarity, and personal transformation. 🤎

If you’re on a journey of growth, this is a beautiful reminder that words truly have the power to transform.

02/20/2026

New week, new opportunities! 🏙️ Did you know Charlotte has over 200 miles of greenways? Our goal this week is to hit 10,000 steps at least three times. Who’s joining us? 👟

02/19/2026

Save time and stay on track! 🍱 Spending just one hour on Sunday or Monday prepping your lunches makes healthy choices the easy choice all week long. What’s on your menu?

02/13/2026

✨ Honoring Black Voices Through Poetry ✨

This Black History Month, we celebrate the legacy of Toni Morrison (chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0) — a Nobel Prize–winning author, editor, and professor whose voice shaped American literature.

Through novels like Beloved and her lyrical, poetic style, she explored identity, history, and the Black experience with deep compassion and truth. Her work opened doors for generations of Black writers and readers.

Her storytelling reminds us that words can heal, empower, and protect stories that must never be forgotten.

Take a moment today to read a line from a Black author, reflect, and share what speaks to your heart. 🤎

02/13/2026

Support your health & your community! 🥬
Leafy greens are a favorite at Charlotte farmers markets — fresh, local, and packed with goodness.

Find your favorites at:
• Charlotte Regional Farmers Market
• Uptown Farmers Market
• South End Farmers Market
• Kings Drive Farmers Market
• Matthews Community Farmers’ Market

How do you prep kale or spinach? 🥗

02/10/2026

Welcome to a new week, Charlotte! 🌟 At LLC Wellness, we believe health is more than just the absence of illness—it’s about thriving in mind, body, and spirit. Why did you start your wellness journey? Share your ‘why’ in the comments below! 👇

02/09/2026

Welcome to a new week, Charlotte! 🌟 At LLC Wellness, we believe health is more than just the absence of illness—it's about thriving in mind, body, and spirit. Why did you start your wellness journey? Share your 'why' in the comments below! 👇

02/07/2026

Honoring Black Voices Through Poetry ✨

This Black History Month, LLCWellness celebrates the power of poetry as a tool for healing, reflection, and connection.

Today, we honor James Boom — recognizing his voice, creativity, and the role of poetry in expressing identity, culture, and emotional wellness.

Poetry allows us to slow down, feel deeply, and share our truths. It is a powerful form of self-care and community care.

This month, we invite our community to embrace poetry—read it, write it, and share it as a way to support mental and emotional wellness. 🤍

02/05/2026

🎙️ SHE SPEAKS: An Afternoon of Growth, Hope & Connection
LLCWellness is proud to support a powerful upcoming guest speaker event: SHE SPEAKS, presented by Healthy Choices Charlotte and The Butterfly House.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon featuring two dynamic women who are making a profound impact in our community:
• Rev. Sonja Lee: Executive Director, Publisher, and Community Health Worker.
• Angela Harvey: Author, Film Producer, and Motivational Speaker.
This isn't just a speaking event—it’s a space for Growth, Hope, and Community. Plus, dinner will be provided! 🍽️
📅 Event Details:
• When: Sunday, February 22nd
• Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Note: Bring a friend and join the conversation!
📍 More Information:
For questions, please reach out via:
• Phone: (704) 625-6517
• Email: TalkingSheetsLLC@gmail.com
We are honored to stand alongside Healthy Choices Charlotte, The Butterfly House, and the MeckABC Board to bring this event to life. We can't wait to see you there!

01/30/2026

❄️ Charlotte… snowing again? Really?
Looks like it’s another stay-home kind of day 😄

But staying home doesn’t mean staying inactive! Here are some healthy and cozy ways to spend a snowy day with family and friends:

🎲 Play together
Board games, card games, puzzles — laughter counts as wellness too.

🧘‍♀️ Move your body at home (FREE & inclusive YouTube channels):
1️⃣ Yoga With Adriene – gentle yoga, stress relief, all bodies welcome
2️⃣ POPSUGAR Fitness – fun workouts, dance, HIIT, beginner-friendly
3️⃣ HASfit – clear, no-pressure workouts you can do at home

🎧 Feed your mind (Top podcasts):
• The Happiness Lab – science-based mental wellness
• Ten Percent Happier – mindfulness for real life
• Maintenance Phase – health myths, body positivity, inclusive perspectives

✨ Stay warm, stay connected, and choose wellness — even on snow days.

01/28/2026

We can’t believe January in Charlotte, NC is almost gone! ❄️ After the snowy Sunday, we hope everyone stayed safe. 🏔️ As we move through the last week of the month, take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate every step forward. Keep moving with purpose, and we can’t wait to see you back in the community soon.

01/22/2026