The Journey with Rhonda and Khalia: Recent Episodes
Rhonda Fischer & Khalia Williams
This is a podcast by two good girlfriends who have created a space to talk, reflect, laugh, strategize, and uplift all around the many life experiences that we share. We discuss everything from friendship to marriage, from parenting to finding your voice, from self-care to how to navigate the day-to-day weight of busy lives. This podcast is informal, conversational, hilarious, and just good for everyone. We are your good girlfriends in your pocket and we invite you to join us on the journey!
The journey for Black women and their hair can be somewhat ... complicated? Or maybe there is a better way to describe it. In this episode, Rhonda and Khalia are talking about their hair journey, exploring why hair is such a major thing for many Black women, and also celebrating what they love best about their hair! What has been your experience with your hair? Have you ever felt like you have had to conform or change your hair for certain situations? How does your hair journey mirror your journey toward self-awareness and acceptance? Our hosts are answering these questions and so much more!
The closing excerpt is read from "My Hair ... My Marriage" by Felecia Pearson Smith.
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Hey Journey Fam, we are back with a brand new season! In this episode, we are taking an opportunity to catch up from what has been a busy time for us all. Listen in on what we have been up to, get a sneak peek at what we will be discussing in season 3, and just laugh a little with us ... because it is ALWAYS a good time when we get together!
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It's Valentine's Day!!! In this episode Rhonda and Khalia are exploring the love journey in a slightly different way - they are talking about Black Love Day (Feb. 13). According to the African American Registry, Black Love Day, which falls on February 13 every year, was established in 1993, and is spiritual holiday rooted in African cultures and ideas. The aim of this day is to complete the five tenets: to practice love toward "the Creator, for Self, for the Family, within the Black Community and for the Black Race" for 24 hours. Rhonda and Khalia, who just learned about this significant celebration, explore how learning of this new tradition has shaped the way they approach Valentine's Day. In addition, they are giving some insight to how they intentionally love themselves in this life journey. Take a listen!
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What does Black history month mean for you? What did you grow up learning about Black history? Who taught you? Is there anything that you do intentionally for yourself or your family during this month? These are just a few questions answered on this episode as we reflect on Black History and celebrate all that it means for our families and our country. Listen in and be inspired to move through this month with intentional recognition of the contributions of Black Americans in this country.
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We have talked about our wellness and fitness journeys and know how hard it can be. So, at the top of the year, we thought it’d be good to check in with each other, and all of you, AND to bring in an expert to join the conversation, personal trainer LaTesha Turner. In this episode, LaTesha shares so much wisdom around the fitness journey: how to work out, what we should focus on (especially for those of us who have crossed over 40), the importance of nutrition, and so much more. We even share our favorite and least favorite works outs (hint: burpees made the list for everyone ... was it a favorite or least???)
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In this episode we are talking all about books and our reading journey. What are some of your favorites books? How often do you read for your personal enjoyment? When do you find the time to read? We are answering these questions and more! Jump on in and listen as we journey through some of our favorite authors, give a few tips, learn something new about one another, and as always ... share a good laugh.
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Happy new year Journey friends! Welcome to 2022!!! We are starting the new year with talking about faith ... or the struggles of faith we are having. We are still in a pandemic, and the has inevitably transformed the way we imagine our faith. In this episode we are asking all the questions: How has the pandemic affected your faith life? Your faith practices? In what areas of your faith are you struggling? How have you maintained your God connection? And so much more! We are even giving practical tips to navigate the faith journey in this season. Listen in!
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"Instead of spending a year resolving to do something that feels like work, how about we invite something in that feels like joy?" This is the question we are exploring in this episode! We are approaching the end of 2021 and looking toward the new year, which naturally causes us to start reflecting on the year that is passing, and making resolutions for the year to come. However, instead of making resolutions (that we admittedly never keep), we are talking about new ways to think about our intentions in 2022. How can we invite joy in? What will you invite in that feels like joy? And, what one or two words will guide us in this new year. Get into this episode ... and get ready for a little bit of joy!!!
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Instead of diving straight into an end-of-year reflection, it’s important that we approach this year a little differently – not just focusing on achievements and how "productive" you've been, but looking back on the silver linings that have been carved out of 2021 and the lessons to take forward. In this episode, we take a minute to reflect on The Journey with Rhonda and Khalia and what launching this podcast has meant for us this year. We explore lessons learned, things that surprised us most, and our favorite episode. We hope this inspires you to take a moment before the end of the year and reflect on the things that have been a shining light for you this year!
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We’ve talked a lot about self-care and soul care this year, which has made a lot of sense given these heavy times. And it’s become such a hot topic, that it almost feels cliche’ to talk about self-care. And in that, something we hear people saying a lot regarding self-care, is the need to “protect your peace”. We want to dig into that a little bit in this episode, especially as we reflect on this year and near the end of the year. What does it mean to protect your peace? We hear this said a lot, but do we know how to do it? Get these answers and more in this episode.
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Happy Thanksgiving!!! Today we are dropping in for a quick conversation on gratitude for this Thanksgiving holiday. Listen in to learn how we cultivate a spirit of gratitude, how we navigate the struggle of being grateful in certain seasons of life, and of course - what we are grateful for in 2021!
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Where has the time gone? Can you believe we are already in holiday season??? In this episode, we are talking about it all - holiday traditions, how the pandemic has changed those traditions, hopes for future holidays, and our favorite food. And in good "Journey" fashion, we share a few tips on maintaining self-care during the holidays. Get into this episode!!!
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After talking about "The Soundtrack of Our Children's Lives" (episode 19), it was clear that we have a lot that we carry on daily basis as it relates to caring for our families and households. This is what we call "the mental load of motherhood". In today's episode we explore this mental load, and ask a few key questions: What is the mental load of motherhood? How do we navigate this load? What strategies can help us in our motherhood journey? While this conversation is centered on our experiences as mothers, there a number of gems shared that can relate to all areas of life - professional, relational, personal. You don't have to be a mom to listen to this one, there is plenty of insight for everyone!
We start the episode off sharing this quote by Laurie Frankel:
"This is How It Always Is"
This is how it always is. You have to make these huge decisions on behalf of your kid, this tiny human whose fate and future is entirely in your hands. Who trusts you to know what's good and right and then to be able to make that happen. You never have enough information. You don't get to see the future. And if you screw up - if with your incomplete contradictory information you make the wrong call - nothing less than your child's entire future and happiness is at stake. It's impossible. It's heartbreaking. It's maddening. But there's no alternative.
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When you look back on your childhood, do you see traces of your voice showing up? When and how? Were there experiences that muted your voice as a child? As a mother, how intentional are you in shaping your children’s voices? These are just a few of the questions we discuss in this episode. Join us for the conversation as we talk about being intentional in shaping our children's voices and how we try our absolute best to have a positive impact (knowing we don't always get it right).
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Hey Journey family! We are continuing this series on "Finding Our Voices" and in this episode we explore The Soundtrack of Our Lives. What are the things that you have heard in your life that has shaped your voice? What were some pivotal moments in the journey to finding your voice? We even give a little advice to our younger selves ... and you don't want to miss hearing our favorite movie soundtrack!
This is epic! Take a listen and be inspired.
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We are back for Season 2 of The Journey w/ Rhonda and Khalia! This season is a good one! In this first episode, we are exploring the topic "Finding Your Voice." In the media, we have witnessed many people, especially Black women, taking a stand for their mental and physical health and well-being, and this says a lot about them finding their voice. So we are talking about and asking some of the important questions:
- What does it mean to find your voice?
- How do we find our voices?
- Have you found your voice?
Join us on this journey of "finding our voices" ... and owning them!
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This is the season finale!!! Can you believe it? And we are rounding out the season by bringing a close to our self-care conversation discussing ho you re-enter a regular rhythm of live and work after taking time to care for yourself. We share a few tips that have worked for us (communicating, putting yourself first) and a few stories on how we have actually done this.
This is a great close to the season and we are thankful to everyone who has journeyed with us in this first season. The second season will be released in a few weeks!
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We have been talking a lot about self-care, and today we want to explore a slightly related topic: "soul care". In this episode, we will explore this idea of soul care and what it means. How do we care for our souls? Is it necessary? Our special guest Felecia Pearson Smith gives us a brief introduction to soul care and it's relationship to self-care and our faith journey.
A few tips for starting your soul care journey:
*Be still.
*Deepen your prayer life ... and just listen to God.
A few resources shared in this episode:
Barbara Peacock, Soul Care in African American Practice
Ruth Barton, Sacred Rhythms
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Some times it is just hard to ask for help! This is especially true among women. In this episode we explore why we think asking for help is difficult for some women, and how we ourselves have struggled to ask for help and are continuing to grow in this area. Also, here some of the types of help we have sought and received that have been completely transformative for our lives.
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The self-care conversation continues, and in this episode we are going deeper into this idea of "tapping out", or taking care of yourself in whatever way is necessary. Hear how our co-hosts have grown in this area, and advice to help you on your self-care journey.
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Self care is a journey, and we are talking about it! In this episode we explore our understanding of self-care, how we practice it, what obstacles we face and so much more. Check it out!
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Let’s talk about physical wellness for a minute! In this episode we are reflecting on our health, our bodies, and figuring out weight loss in your forties! And …. find out if we hit those summer body goals or not.
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Friends we have been in quarantine for almost a year and half now, and now it seems like the world is opening back up in full speed. Surely there is a lot to reflect on! Pause with us and let's chat about what we have learned about ourselves during this pandemic, how we feel about moving back into some sense of normalcy, where we stand on wearing masks, and so much more!
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Happy Father's Day!
Join us as we celebrate our father's and share some of the lessons we have learned from them over the years.
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In this episode we talk about marriage as a partnership, and reflect on our husbands as fathers. Listen in as we celebrate our partners ... laugh about our journey ... and think deeply about our growth.
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We love our friends!!! And in this episode we talk about all the ways our good friendships have impacted our lives. Join us in the conversation and let's celebrate the amazing gift of good friendships in your life.
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We love talking about our journey to motherhood! In this episode we explore the beginning of our journey and talk about how we got here, how we are managing all the things of motherhood and life, and our greatest joys and challenges. Check it ouy!
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Happy Mother's Day!
Let's take a moment to celebrate the mothers and mother-figures who have impacted us on the journey!
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Marriage ... how do we do this thing? This episode kicks off a series of conversations on relationships! We will be covering a variety of relationships ... but in this episode we are talking all things marriage, and the village it takes to make it work. Listen in! Connect with us on social media: IG: @thejourney_rk FB: @thejourney.rk Email us: info@friendsonthejourney.com
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How does faith shape the way you navigate life? Is faith important? Why? What faith practices have you found sustaining in this time? Connect with Rhonda and Khalia and hear how faith impacts their lives.
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What is this podcast all about? What is the journey? And what can we expect? Have questions? Listen to this episode for all of the answers. We will share a bit about the podcast concept, how it came to be, what to look forward to, and so much more. Connect with us: Instagram: @thejourney_rk Email: info@friendsonthejourney.com Cover Art Photo: Logan Weaver
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