Living life to the fullest is often about knowing how to strategically maneuver through the good and the bad times that will inevitably come. Every first and third Monday of the month join Stephen Ivey, also known as “Professa Ivey,” as he creates a space for candid, real-life conversations, and God-talk that will be sure to ignite hope and inspire healing for the soul. Each episode contains practical and insightful ideas that will motivate you to get the best out of life! Come along for the journey!
In this episode, Stephen does a solo podcast for a project from his class on the School to Prison Pipeline. Though this is not a thorough conversation it is a quick think piece to get us to try and reimagine school and its disciplinary practices.
Regardless of what some think or may even say, there can beauty in death. Listen to our guest Vanessa Daniels as she discusses how this happened in her life.
With the holidays coming up many will find themselves thinking of a loved one that is no longer around. In this episode, Stephen has a few vulnerable moments as he journeys through his own feelings of grief. This recording will be helpful to you and anyone you know who is dealing with grief.
Most of us are familiar with doulas and how they help at the beginning of life. Did you know there are end-of-life doulas? Join in this conversation at Kim James helps walk us through some practical advice on how to face the end of life.
In this episode, join Stephen and his cousin Sametria Stevenson as they discuss death and how to deal with its uncertainty.
With the holidays coming up many will find themselves thinking of a loved one that is no longer around. In this episode, Stephen has a few vulnerable moments as he journeys through his own feelings of grief. This recording will be helpful to you and anyone you know who is dealing with grief.
Have you ever struggled with creating a healthy habits, maintaining good posture, or just maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Take a listen as we discuss steps towards health and happiness.
Ever found yourself hoping and wishing there were a few more hours in the day? Do you suffer from putting off tomorrow what can be done today? This guest will help you better manage the 24 hours you have to get the best out of them without burning yourself out.
Do you have a fitness goal that you can't seem to reach? The new year is fastly approaching, but you don't have to wait until January 1st to make a resolution to be the healthiest version of yourself. Join in on part II of this very enjoyable conversation about fitness and faith! You can do it!
Have you ever reflected on your life, where you are, where you are not, and come to the conclusion that at some point in life you missed a moment? Tune in to this episode so that you can learn how to make each moment matter!
Have you ever heard the statement when it rains, it pours? Well this guest knows a little something about this statement, but through it all she has SURVIVED. Listen to the remainder of her story and have your hope ignited.
Do you have a fitness goal that you can't seem to reach? The new year is fastly approaching but you don't have to wait until January 1st to make a resolution to be the healthiest version of yourself. Join in this very enjoyable conversation about fitness and faith! You can do it!
This is the follow-up conversation from part I with Lisa Brumm. Lisa, who has over 30 years of experience in the banking world, wants to offer us some money hacks. Be like Walmart and save money so you can live better!
Have you ever heard the statement when it rains it pours? Well this guest knows a little something about this statement, but through it all she has SURVIVED. Take a listen to her story and have your hope ignited.
In this episode, our Diva with Depression, Ms. Didi Hairston returns to have more conversation about living with depression. While hearing her story of depression that is not so easily overcome, you will be motivated to fight through your dark days even with the knowledge that it may not turn to light fast. Didi gives a candid look at what it's like to live with depression, but not be conquered by it.
Hackers are the most annoying people on the planet. Whether they're sending you spam messages, creating fake identities, or stealing your identity; their constant harassment is tiresome. However, hacking can be a blessing when it's of personal benefit. Lisa, who has over 30 years, of experience in the banking world wants to offer us some money hacks. Be like Walmart and save money so you can live better!
Are you in need of a refreshing? Have you found yourself stuck? Karen Brown Tyson draws from her 25+ years of experience in public relations and corporate communications. Listen to this episode to discover how you, too, can say "yes" to your dreams!
After suffering great loss, Bobby found inspiration and healing. Listen to his unique experiences and may you find hope and healing as well.
Stephen and Santeresa Wilson finish their conversation. Santeresa provides tips on how to grow and evolve. Her story is one of passion and intentionality.
After a deadly motorcycle accident nearly left Nicole in a vegetative state, through "stubborn hope" and with the support of her family and some friends, Nicole was able to shock her doctors and those that saw her initial state. Listen in to the conversation; you too will be inspired to "Hold on to hope!"
Remember being scared of the dark? Have you ever physically been trapped in a dark space that you struggled to escape? You have a story of overcoming the darkness, don't you? Today, our guest, better known as the "Diva with Depression," takes us on a journey as she sheds light on what it's like to live in the dark shadows of clinically diagnosed depression. For Didi Hairston, this darkness never experiences light. Listen to her story and find hope as you journey through life.
It's no secret that the body's autonomic function of breathing is vital to living. What many people don't realize is that how we breathe is quite impactful as well. However, a major partner to living well is ensuring that we control the narrative that we listen to on the playlist of our soul; our mind. Join Stephen in this episode as he interviews Ian Gilligan and learns more about the impact of Breath and Story Work. Enjoy!
Listen in as Stephen talks to Santeresa Wilson as she provides tips on how to grow and evolve. Her story is one of passion and intentionality.
Have you heard the statement that "a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step"? Well in this episode, features Dr. B. Sedgwick, who is the founder of Spirit Moxie, provides us with a vision of the little things need so that we can change the world one day at time!
Don't allow the trap of fear to cause you to live a life of regret. In this episode, Stephen gives 5 ways to Conquer Fear.
This is just a little explanation of the podcast's name, and it gives you a little information about me, the host, Stephen Ivey. I look forward to sharing more in the upcoming days!
This is the current intro/outro music for all podcasts. Similar to these initial episodes, I created this track in my early stages of production (2012 or earlier). It's not the best track, and it has its holes, but it's a reminder to me that it doesn't matter where you start. Enjoy this music, and hopefully, you'll hear more soon!