SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Joy World Wealth Partners hosted a “Wellness Wednesday” event Wednesday in Scranton focused on anxiety, featuring a talk and book signing with Dr. Oladapo Richard Osuntokun.
The event, billed as “The Best Way to Unlock Anxiety’s Secrets,” promoted Osuntokun’s book, “Write It Down,” and included a presentation on practical ways to navigate anxiety and build a calmer life.
Megan Alpert, principal at Joy World Wealth Partners, said the firm offers full-service wealth management, from education planning to retirement and legacy planning, and regularly hosts community events.
Alpert said the goal for the session was to give people a space to focus on self-care and connect with others.
“I think there are so many tools we have at our fingertips and so many things we can do as a form of self-care to quiet our minds and calm our anxiety. I think it’s going to be a great way for everyone to connect, build community, and gather together to help each other in their situations,” said Alpert.
Osuntokun is a board-certified psychiatrist who said he has practiced in Scranton for about 25 years and treats children, adults and families. He is also pastor of Word of God Parish in Luzerne, and a visiting professor at Clark’s Summit University.
The lecture focused on anxiety, including its causes, symptoms and treatment, and how it can affect people across ages, with the goal of helping attendees better understand when to seek help.
“Anxiety is a normal part of our lives, and it can be a good thing, but it can easily become a problem. I want people to know what happens before it becomes a problem,” said Osuntokun.
Joy World Wealth Partners said its Wellness Wednesday gatherings are designed to give people time to pause midweek and focus on well-being.
For more information on upcoming community events, visit Joy World Wealth Partners’ Facebook page.