Sit Down With Suzanne 🎤: Recent Episodes
Suzanne Graham Anderson
The podcast is about empowerment, the goal is to inspire, to motivate and to empower you. Too often in life we are told we are not enough, I want to help you to see that not only are you enough, but you are worth it. The topics, guests and everything about this podcast is designed to push you, to help you, to guide you, to coach you, to cheer you on, and to encourage you to live your best life, knowing that the only limits you have are the ones that you place on yourself. So sit back and relax, grab a cup of tea if you can and enjoy the show.
You are a light and you deserve to shine, any space that wants to dim your light is not your space! Anyone who believes that there is not enough room for everyone to shine is operating from a scarcity mindset! So shine bright and help others shine
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It was the sound heard all around the world when Jay Z spoke up for his wife and reminded the Grammy that the most decorated artist does not have an Album of the Year, so by their metrics, the system is faulty! I think you already know this is a Beyonce stan podcast so I cheered for this because the first three things are 1. A man standing up for his wife. 2 A Black man standing up for a Black woman. 3. An artist standing up for another artist and I support all three!
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The only people who do not want you to set boundaries are the ones who benefit from you having none!
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We often sacrifice greatness for comfort because we are afraid of what will happen! Stop holding onto comfort!
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Don't get your feelings hurt if you are not invited to everything because truthfully you cannot attend everything and you shouldn't want to!
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It is an honor to be nominated, it is nice to win but winning a prize should not be the goal because most awards and accolades are subjective! Let's talk about it!
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Everyone says be confident until you are confident, then it becomes a problem but true confidence is not about others, it is about you knowing who you are independent of others!
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I am so passionate about this topic because I love when people not only know their purpose, but they are pursuing their purpose. So, ask yourself this question, do I truly know my purpose? And if you do, how did you discover your purpose? If you don't how are you searching for your purpose? Listen to the full episode!
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We continue the series of the power of female friendship and this week I am happy to sit down with the fabulous Nadine James as we talk about friendship, faith, outgrowing friendships, love language and a plethora of other subjects that pooped up during our exploration of friendship.
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This month we continue to dive into the power of female friendship and this time I am with the fabulous Giselle who will always keep it real. As women we owe it to ourselves to have healthy relationships and the relationship with our female friends are a priority
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As we continue the series about female friendship, I sit down with the fabulous Jennifer Gaskin and talk about the root of female friendship and sisterhood. We discuss being open to new friends, outgrowing friends, honoring boundaries in friendship and all-around feel-good vibes of great female friendships.
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I am kicking of my month of digging into female friendship with phenomenal guest Miguelina. We had a great time talking about what it means to be a friend, common misconceptions about friendships and so much more.
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I am fascinated by female friendships, I read the books, watch the shows and the movies and I am passionate about nurturing my female friends. Sadly, there are so many toxic relationships masquerading as friendships and I have had many candid conversations about what makes a great friendship. So, join me in the month of October as I talk to other fabulous women about female friendships.
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It is no secret that I am a big fan of Beyonce, but I can't help that her songs are so relatable to my life. In this episode I talk about the Mood 4EVA song and how we can apply it to our life!
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Your joy should be deliberate, actively pursued, in other words intentional, you have to choose joy because trust me, this world will throw a lot at you and you will need joy to get through it.
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Do you know that there is magic in being you? And despite the over 8 billion people in the world that there is no one else like you. So, what is it that is holding you back from embracing the magic of you?
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The phrase might sound like a cliche, but the I truly believe that what is meant for you won't miss you, or in other words, what God has for you is for you, and trust me no person or demon can stop it. So, it is okay to cheer for others when it is their season because your season will come.
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Would we even have romance movies if there was no miscommunication? Communication is so important to relationships but often time we don't do it effectively and we either lose or have poor relationships because of it. While misunderstandings is cute in Romance movies, in real life it deprives us of so much joy.
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No matter your race, gender, religion or socio-economic status, at one point or another, you have suffered from self-doubt. But here is the thing, even though you have doubt, you can do the thing. So don't allow doubt to stop you from going after what you want!
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Are you holding back or holding on to something that no longer serves you because you are afraid. Is it time to change course but you are holding on because you are worried about what it will look like, well listen, it okay, you are not alone and as even Barbie learned, you don't need permission so do what you have to do to take care of you mentally, emotionally and spiritually!
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In a world that says it values authenticity, it still takes courage to show up in every space you inhabit as fully authentically you! As Hov said, I show up in every room as myself and trust me that is the vibe I am on and I pray that you will do the same.
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I am back and excited about Season 4, so get ready for a brand-new season of new topics, new insights, new guests and a whole lot of positivity, love and affirmations!
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We make decisions everyday about what we want, but when I made the decision to quit my job and become an entrepreneur, I knew it was the right move for me! I have zero regrets about choosing myself, I learned many valuable lessons along the way, and I am still using them!
So, if you see me driving down the highway, singing along to Beyonce "You won't break my soul" which I secretly think was influenced by me although she has no idea who I am, just sing along with me.
I will choose me every single time because when you bet on yourself, you will win!
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I was intentional about not speaking about The Slap but here we are months later, and the slap is still "traumatizing people" while the overturning of Roe V Wade has not even blipped their radar!
It's not a secret that we are a culture that is celebrity obsessed but when many people are loud about a slap between two grown men and silent about the taking away of the fundamental rights of women to choose what happens to their body, then Houston we have a problem!
Two issues that seems unrelated, but to me is a blatant look at the priorities of our culture, the things the news cycle deems important and the bombard us with so that we can be distracted from what is happening and what we should not only be outraged about but marching for!
If you enjoy the Sit Down with Suzanne podcast, please consider supporting the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PositivelySuzie.
I love to hear from you for please consider writing a review on whatever platform you listened on or send me an email at suzanne@positivelysuzanne.com.
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I met state senate candidate Robyn Kennedy at an event, and we immediately hit it off, we knew were go going to be connecting in some way, but didn't know how at the time, then lightbulb moment, the podcast was the perfect way to get her in front of the audience, in this interview no topic was off limit, and we chatted about multiple of topics that is important to not only her but to the people she is hoping to represent.
Who is Robyn Kennedy?
Born and raised in Worcester, MA, Robyn has dedicated her life to the community.
She worked for Lt. Governor Tim Murray as a Deputy Director of Appointments, then as the Lt. Governor’s Office Director of Policy and Interagency Initiatives, then Deputy Chief of Staff, and a Deputy Assistant Secretary for Children, Youth and Families. Through these experiences she learned more and more every day about the hard work that goes into delivering services for the residents of our Commonwealth.
In 2016 she joined the YWCA as the Chief Operating Officer. In that position, she made sure the YWCA not only survived the pandemic but thrived and grew throughout it.
If you enjoy the Sit Down with Suzanne podcast, please consider supporting the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PositivelySuzie.
I love to hear from you for please consider writing a review on whatever platform you listened on or send me an email at suzanne@positivelysuzanne.com.
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We know that talking about money makes people uncomfortable, but the sad fact is, it's deeper than that, most people don't know how to handle their money! From credit cards to affordable travel to planning a budget, we are often in the dark about the right choices for us, that is why I am so excited about my guest!
Danielle Desir Corbett is a former grants administrator turned creative entrepreneur. She is a multi-passionate blogger, 4x grant-funded podcaster, and host of The Thought Card, an affordable luxury travel and personal finance podcast empowering financially savvy travelers to travel more and build wealth. Danielle paid off over $60,000 of student loan debt in 4 years, purchased a home at 27, and has traveled to 27 countries. As the founder and CEO of WOC Podcasters (Women of Color), Danielle is passionate about supporting and amplifying the voices of Women of Color podcasters and audio creators. WOC Podcasters includes an inclusive podcasting community, blog, job board, and directories.
You can follow Danielle on Instagram under @thedanielledesir. You can listen to her podcast The Thought Card where she gives financially savvy advice in all the major podcasting directory.
If you enjoy the Sit Down With Suzanne podcast, please consider supporting the show by buying me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PositivlySuzie.
Also, I love to hear from my listeners so please consider writing a review at whatever platform you listened on or email me at Suzanne@positivelysuzanne.com.
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Walmart's Juneteenth ice cream was one of those things that made you go, really so no one thought this was not okay, thankfully the internet used its powers for good and the public outcry was loud enough for Walmart to pull this ice cream This highlighted a very important issue, and that is the importance of ownership, we have to ensure that we take ownership of our stories otherwise someone else will use it for profit.
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When people hear the term entrepreneur, they think different things like they get to set their own schedules and they don't have to answer to anyone else. Talita the founder and CEO of plan4mamy knows exactly what it means to be an entrepreneur, it is hard work, it is making every decision, it is long days and nights, it is skipping vacation, and missing sleep. But that is only half of it, because she also knows the joy of creating a schedule around your life, so you don't miss the important things like picking up your son from school, it is the joy of seeing the impact you make in someone's life, it is seeing the results of all your hard work materialize into something extra ordinary. Listen in as she talks about her journey, from working for big corporations to working for herself! This is an episode; you do not want to miss.
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What an honor it was to interview the youngest CEO I know. Aniyah Joy is 11 years old and is the founder and CEO of Aniyah's Custom Creations. She started her business almost one year ago and since then has seen success as a young entrepreneur. She is not only talented but wise beyond her years and understands the foundations of what it means to be successful.
You can follow Aniyah Joy and her beautiful creations on Instagram under iamaniyahjoy.
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As we are celebrating female entrepreneurs for the month of May, I was so excited to sit down with Miguelina Peralta who is the executive director of EforAll for the greater Worcester area. Miguelina shares her wealth of knowledge about being a business leader, and she also shared valuable resources for entrepreneurs and how they can get involved with the free resource that is EforALL. She also put out a call for action to leaders in their industry. EforAll is seeking mentors who are willing to share their knowledge and expertise with new entrepreneurs! It is an amazing opportunity for everyone involved.
To learn more about how you can either utilize their resources or become a mentor, please visit their website at eforall.org. You can also contact Miguelina at miguelina.peralta@eforall.org
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In this episode of our series, I sit down with Mish Memnon aka Spiritually Fabulous, owner and CEO of Spiritually Fabulous LLC. She talks about her professional background and what it took for her to take a faith walk and turn her side hustle into her full-time hustle.
If you want to find out more about Mish and all her endeavors, please visit her website at www.spirituallyfabulous.com, follow her on Instagram under spirituallyfabulous
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In this episode of our entrepreneurial series, I sit down with Cardethia Moore Jenkins, aka Miss Deedee. We talk about her background as a social worker and the emotional toll it took, until one day she had to decide to choose herself. We look at the start of her entrepreneurial journey and how it went from something on the side to a fully established business, from Waist beads by Cardethia to her now new jewelry line Redeemed.
To connect with DeeDee, please follow her on Instagram under DeeDee.
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For the month of May, we are celebrating and highlighting female entrepreneurs. We are talking to these phenomenal women who have stepped away from their 9 to 5 and have embraced their entrepreneurial journey. They are sharing their wins, and their losses, the reason they decided to step out on faith and be their own boss! Tune in because you don't want to miss this!
Meet Lorna Ellis, owner of 4U bridal and prom located at 269 Lincoln Street in Worcester MA, she shares her journey from a little girl in Jamaica with a dream to a business owner who is making the dreams of others come through.
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For the month of May we are celebrating female entrepreneurs who have stepped out on faith and walked away from their 9 to 5 and have stepped fully into the entrepreneurial journey.
Meet Parlee Jones, who worked for over 17 years at one organization where she did meaningful work advocating for women and children. She recently stepped out on faith and dived fully into her journey of Director of Our Story Edutainment which is a cultural learning institute that teaches black history and culture.
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May is mental health awareness month, and we are talking about ways we can take care of ourselves and others who suffer from mental illness. We are sharing resources so make sure you check it. And remember, there is no shame in taking care of you and your mental health.
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For the month of May I am highlighting some fabulous female entrepreneurs, ladies who have left corporate America and is out their bringing their visions to live. It's an exciting line up, you won't want to miss it.
Guests include:
Parlee Jones
Lorna Ellis
Mish Memnon
Talita O Neves
Danielle Desir
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Too often we stay in environment that are not good for us mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. We stay in environments we need to leave because we are afraid of making changes, afraid of trying new things or simply afraid that we won't meet our financial obligations if we leave.
Black women have struggled for years on leaving toxic environments because they are afraid of leaving a good job. Join me as I unpack this all this in this episode!
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We are constantly told that if we only work hard then not only would we be compensated monetarily, but we would advance, but I am here to tell you that this is not often the case and while hard work is a must, it must also be accompanied by working smarter!
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Everyone deserves a dream, but with every dream comes a dream killer. What is your dream, how do you ensure that your dream will become a reality and how do you handle dream killers? Do you even know what a dream killer is? You don't want to miss this episode!
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The power of your no! Many people struggle with saying no, they end up saying yes to things that does not serve them, things that if they were completely honest, they would not want to be caught dead doing. So why do they say yes?
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We often struggle with placing value on our skill sets, especially if we are used to giving it away for free! It is high time we put some value on it and set some boundaries!
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On this episode I talk about how we have to redefine the way we think of the word strong, being labeled as a Strong Black Women can sometimes stop us from taking care of ourselves. We have to redefine the way we think of strong and realize that taking care of our physical, emotional, and mental health is not a sign of weakness.
I am posting this episode knowing that I said Sandra Fulton instead of Sybrina Fulton, I was thinking of another black woman Sandra Bland and said Sandra instead of Sybrina, I didn't realize my mistake until after I ended recording but upon listening, I liked the episode, so I did not want to rerecord it. Sandra Bland is a black woman who we lost, and Sybrina Fulton is a mother who lost her son, both victims of racism.
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We live in a culture that is obsesses with likes on social media, a culture where people spend hours on social media cultivating an image of who they think people will like. People alter their appearances, their personalities and their lifestyles to be liked. But have you asked yourself the question of what if they don't like me? And are you okay with it if they don't?
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Have you ever had something happen to you that is a sign to get your whole life together! This is what happened on the day my closet broke!
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Season three promises to be a season of growth, exploration and fabulous fun, you don't want to miss an episode.
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From breast cancer awareness, to mental health, to self care, we covered a plethora of topics in season 2, but my number 1 episode for two years in a row was my episode from season 1 about Beyoncé and her love song to brown skin girls. So once again, thank you Queen Bey for being you!
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To answer the question, no we are not there yet, we are not at herd immunity, we are not at racial equity, we are not on the same page and in order to get there, it will take those in power to stop thinking of their own agendas and focus on the good for all
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Dear black Queens, you do not have to apologize for being strong, confident and accomplished. It is time to step into your power and own it and realize that you have a right to be where you are like everyone else.
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Mental health awareness has been making the news lately, most notably with the decisions of Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles but mental health is not new and is a topic that should have been at the fore front of conversation for a long time. There is still a stigma attached to mental health and the more we talk about it, the more we will encourage those suffering with mental health challenges to speak up and seek help.
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My friends have often asked me about what makes my relationship work with my husband, and while I don't have the secret to why marriages work, I do know what makes us work!
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I talk a lot about self care because it is important. I am talking about my current self care journey and how it has helped me cope with all the current things that life has thrown at us. If you don't have a self care routine, you need to get one now!
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We often find it easier to forgive others than forgiving ourselves. What is holding us back from forgiving ourselves? We need to show ourselves the same grace that God shows us and we show others. We need to forgive ourselves and stop allowing it to stop us from achieving our full potential!
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Since last year and most recently this month multiple companies have released statement and posted on social media in support of black lives matter and pride, but what have they done beyond those two things. Sadly nothing has changed in these companies and they are capitalizing on the fight of so many and using it for financial gain.
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I can happily say that I am glad to see the rates of Covid-19 deaths and infection falling. There is a big debate about taking the vaccine or not and while everyone has the right to choose what works for them, I believe it is important that we get educated to help us in our decisions. This is my opinion based on my experience.
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Based on your feedback I have done a follow up to my episode about toxic leadership. The sad truth is that if you have worked for a employer you have experienced toxic leadership. But today's workers are saying it is not okay to treat up like that and are stepping up and calling out toxic leadership! Are you that toxic leader?
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We often struggle with defining who we are, and there is no shortage of people who are ready to tell you us who we are, but I am here to encourage that you are not defined by a single action or moment, and you are always evolving!
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Sometimes we fail at something and we are afraid to start over because we are afraid we will fail again. I am here to tell you that it is okay to fail, in fact it is okay to fail more than once, the trick is to never give up! So what are you waiting for to start!
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We often hear people say that once they have achieved a certain something then they will be happy, I am here to tell you that you should choose to be joy today, don't wait until someday to be find your joy, you should choose joy now!
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With everything employees have to deal with, a global pandemic, racial violence, random violence, increased work load, do they really need to deal with a toxic leader?
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In this episode I discuss the myths about self care! We often find many excuses why we can't practice self care, but these are myths that we can and must dispel in order for us to reach our full potential!
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There is a lot going on in the world and we have to recognize that we cannot be all things for everyone and still be something to ourselves. So in order to thrive, in order to live our best lives, we have to set boundaries, we have to recognize that boundaries is going to help us maintain both our mental and physical health! So go ahead and set those boundaries.
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Girlfriends are fun but there are true benefits to having girlfriends, like improved health and longevity. It is important to have healthy girlfriend relationships, ones that lift you up and encourage you. If you had to do a girlfriend check and purge the unhealthy ones, how many friendships would you have left?
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Why can't we stop talking about race? That is a question that I see repeatedly on the face of some and a statement that is issued by several media who refuse the see the effort of all the hateful and racism narrative! So how do we handle it? The truth is we cannot stop and until we are all treated equally then we will continue to talk of it
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Let me tell you, that this episode was meant to happen, my entire technology system crashed on the night of the recording and nothing would work but thankfully I was able to use an alternate system which unfortunately the audio on my end had an echo, please forgive the audio and enjoy the episode, it is well worth it.
In this episode I sit down with Minister Nicholas Fearon aka Nfearon professional gospel artist to talk about his life growing up in Jamaica and his influences in music, and of course his faith. We will also learn how we can help him win an award from the Gospel Music Award as music minister of the year. You can vote as many times as you like, looking forward to celebrating with him!
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In this episode I dig into how the pandemic has affected moms especially women of color and how mom shaming has continued and more and more moms are feeling stressed out and overwhelmed
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Black History month is over but the black experience never ends. How do you ensure you are using what you learned during the month of February to be a better ally!
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In a continuation of our phenomenal woman series, I sat down with a phenomenal young woman Medina and talked about what it was like growing up black in America, traveling to other countries and educating herself on black history. We also talked about why she felt compelled last year to organize protests in support of black lives matter and against systemic racism and police brutality. Listen to her story
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I sit at the feet of an elder soaking up all the knowledge, and I can't help help but acknowledge it with a deep non verbal uh huh, such was my talk with Phenomenal Woman Sha-Asia. In our back by popular demand Phenomenal Woman series we welcome Parlee Jones "Sha-Asia" There are so many reasons why this woman is phenomenal, she is the universal Auntie, the advocate, the activist, the educator and all around unapologetic strong black Queen who knows her history and her worth. I thoroughly enjoyed sitting down with her and listening to her share her story. I promise you, it is worth the listen so pull up a chair and dive in
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There is a racial reckoning happening and while many are shocked by it, it has been in the making for a very long time. This reckoning has sparked many uncomfortable conversations between family, friends, employers, employees, peers and everyone in between. But these conversations are difficult to have and while many shy away from it, many are willing to step outside their comfort zone and do the work needed so that we can start moving towards a solution
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When do you let go of something that no longer serves you, be it a job, a relationship or a dream. How do know when it is time to let it go?
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2020 was a year for the record books! With a plethora of polarizing conversations that changed minds, lives and shifted culture, it was the year we will always want to forget but have to talk about. From the death of Kobe Bryant in January to a global pandemic that is raging on, 2020 stood out for many. This is my top ten for 2020!
This episode was recorded in 2020 but unfortunately could not be posted until 2021
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So Christmas 2020 continued the theme of 2020 moving at a rapid pace. Many had to celebrate differently this year as they are dealing with loss of loved ones, loss of jobs, loss of home, separation from loved ones. But no matter how you celebrated, I pray that had something that brought you joy
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We all use it but we know while social media can bring great highs, it can also bring incredible lows. Don't believe all the hype on social media, not everyone is living their best lives and while you don't wish ill on others, don't allow the profile and posts of others to make you feel as if you are a failure.
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After months of protesting, canvassing and signing up people to vote, the election finally happened. Followed by one nail biting week of seeing who won, the election is finally called and some can breathe a sigh of relief. But how are people dealing with the aftermath? After the storm comes the calm, but the the storm always leave a lot of damage and people are feeling the effects of the storm still. Let's talk about how we are all doing and how we can ensure that we are are taking care of ourselves
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This upcoming election is one of the most important election of our lives and we cannot sit back and not participate. There are three questions you should be asking yourself and one of them is this. Is this the America I envisioned? So let's make a plan and get out there and vote because lives do depend on it!
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In this episode, I talk about a very personal medical diagnosis I got from my doctor and the emotions that came along with it. I share information that I received from two great resources and I highlight the importance of not only knowing your body, but the importance of getting regular checkups and speaking to your doctor.
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I am so excited about this upcoming season and I cannot wait to dive right in with new topics and guests
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Listen to my recap of season one, from the guests to the topics, to the laughs, I had an absolute ball and I cannot wait for season 2
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In our final episode of the season I welcome my dear friend Evangelist and author Kimberley Oliver, who was one of our featured phenomenal women for the month of February. We talk about what is currently happening in the country that is in the midst of a pandemic and a massive cultural shift with the Black Lives Matter Movement. We talk about experiences that we both had as black women and why it is important that we continue this fight for equality. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere" Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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In this episode I talk about the power of your vote, why it is important to vote, from local elections all the way up to the presidency, your vote matters.
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In this episode I discuss the importance of taking a stand, the importance of not remaining silent with what is currently happening in this country.
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My goal is to inspire you to live your best life, in this episode I ask the tough questions to help you figure out if you are living true to who you are. I follow up with some simple steps you can practice to ensure you are living your best live.
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In this episode we explore why even now during this turbulent time, it is important to practice self care. Often times we overlook taking care of ourselves until we get burned out, it is important to take stock and recognize that we are more effective if we are taking care of ourselves
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There is no question that the system is broken, but how do you fix it. It will take a lot of work to dismantle hundreds of years of systemic racism, injustice and inequality. Many are asking how can they help, first start with educating yourself and then take intentional steps towards creating a solution. Education, active listening and an open mind are some of the first steps.
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In this episode I talk about the death of George Floyd and why it galvanized the a nation and the world, I breakdown the meaning of what it means to me to say black lives matter. I call on other races to examine if they are offended by the riots and not the murder, and why they feel the need to say all lives matter when that is in question.
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In this episode I talk about the self care we often neglect which is to remove negative people from our lives. Sometimes we are trying to move in a new direction but we are hindered by the negativity of those around us. It is okay to move on, it is okay to let go, it is okay to love them from a far. Ask yourself, if the life I am going after, the purpose that I am trying to fulfill aligns with the people that I am associating with.
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Ready or not, Covid_19 came and it disrupted the way we did business. Many people were caught unawares and many industries have suffered. Entrepreneurs are struggling to figure out how to move forward, how to shift their mindset and remain true to their values and their customers. Listen in as I talk to CEO and HR Strategist Courtney Underwood from Kassar Consulting. She shares how she was about to pivot in this unique time and not only continue to grow her business but continue to prioritize her clients.
To get more gems from this amazing entrepreneur, please visit her at KassarConsulting.com. You can also also find her on Facebook at Kassar Consulting Chicago, on Instagram KassarConsulting, you can also find her on LinkedIn as Courtney Underwood. I encourage you also to sign up for her masterclasses.
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It is often said that when when women collaborate they can accomplish amazing things and my interview with Tanya J Miller, proved just that. Join me as I chat with the beautiful author, speaker, coach, strategist and all around phenomenal women. Together we talk about how to let go of excuses and get to your purpose, and so much more
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On this episode I talk to James Tyler Sr., first responder and survivor of Covid_19. Join James and I as he talks about his symptoms, diagnosis, self isolation and ultimate recovery
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Join me as I talk about my love for reading and talk about the books that shaped my life, and my recommendations for some great reads.
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Join me as I talk about my faith and why I think it is important in this time to have faith in outcome, to know that God will see us through. I get passionate about my life with Christ, about who he is in my life and I leave some scripture verses with you to think about on your journey with faith
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It is amazing how our lives have changed in a few short weeks. Major events have been canceled, school has been canceled, large gatherings is forbidden and social distancing and quarantine has become the new buzz word. I am here to offer you my perspective, some hope, some faith and some fun during this unique time.
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The best way to describe this phenomenal woman is to say warrior for the Lord, I chose to end the phenomenal woman series with Evangelist Booker, she worked with with universities and hospitals in the diversity division before diversity was a thing. She has a calling to teach and for over thirty years she has conducted a bible study at the women's prison, showing the love of God to those that others have written off. She also makes the hour long trek every week to conduct a bible study which is open to everyone, from prison ministry to street ministry, this powerful bible scholar will take you to church.
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In this episode I sit down and talk with Janice Ryan Weekes, who is the very definition of phenomenal woman. In her personal life she is an individual, a wife, a mother, a teacher, a friend, a mentor, a giver of no non sense advice. In her professional life she is the director of MassHire Worcester Career Center, located in Worcester MA. (They provide a multiplicity of services aimed at helping the community). We sat down and talked about making a difference and how to move forward in faith after a loss, I know you will be as inspired as I was when I listened to her.
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Let's talk about life, let's talk about divorce, let's talk about being a single mom, let's talk about social work, let's talk about taking chances, well that's exactly what we did. Join me and phenomenal women Cardethia Dee Dee Moore a phenomenal woman who is a proud child of God, who has experienced both ups and downs in life and is excited about the next chapter.
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As I mourn along with the world the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant, this is my catharsis, my way of saying good bye to an Icon. I wrote this poem for me and then I decided to share it on this platform, hoping it helps someone
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Have you ever taken a look at your circle and realized that you are surrounded by phenomenal women. Join me this February as I highlight some phenomenal women I know. Listen to their stories of losses, wins, failure and victory, these women prove that it is not about where you start but about where you end up,
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I wanted to recognize and celebrate some phenomenal women who makes a difference in the lives of others. This series is titled phenomenal women and for the entire month of February I will be spotlighting a phenomenal woman every week. The first phenomenal woman spotlight is Kimberly Oliver. Kimberly is a minister, a soon to be published author, an artist, a singer, a daughter, a friend, a survivor and so much more, but it seem all people could comment on was her singleness. Listen in as we speak candidly about her journey, her passion, her ups and downs and how she used her "singleness" as something to uplift and empower other people who others wanted to reduce to just a status. She has created her brand Kimpowerment and under her brand is her saved and single ministry. I promise you there is something for everyone so sit back and listen. I hope her journey inspires you to realize that your present circumstances does not predict your future circumstances.
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It seems like everyone has an opinion about Harry and Meghan, but it is reported as facts. I think we should have to state something is just our opinion. I felt compelled to weigh in because this is a young couple who is starting their lives together, and none of the sources or the people reporting was actually present. Love should win
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Bullying seems to have increased in the past few years, we can help combat it if we have conversations with our kids that are been bullied and the kids that are doing the bullying. Join me as I have a conversation with my daughters about bullying and suicide.
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When we decide to forgive, it is as much for the other person as it is for you. When you forgive you have to go all the way in otherwise it won't work.
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Why do we get so uncomfortable talking about money? If we start to have more conversations about money, what impact would it have on the gender pay gap.
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Words have the power to build and to create but often times it is used to destroy and break down. Make a pledge to lift up others with your words.
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As we close out the decade and usher into a new one, we will set goals that we want to accomplish, but we have to be strategic. If we want to accomplish what we didn't in 2019, we have to create a step by step plan and eliminate the things that will sabotage us.
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In this episode I discuss the incredible things that women can do when they collaborate instead of compete. Queens help each other shine
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Spread a little extra time this holiday season and spread some cheer. And if you are having a tough time, reach out to someone, don't get discouraged.
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It is time we put communication back in our relationships and have a technology blackout. From marriages, to parenting to friends, we need to connect and talk more.
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Have you ever been accused of not being black enough? Here is a secret, there is not one way to be black, so stop telling others that they are not black enough or that they speak white. Listen as I share my journey.
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Many successful people suffer from imposter syndrome, what is it that causes us to feel inadequate and unworthy. My journey to self confidence was not easy but I am here and I am loving it.
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Too often we waste our life seeking perfection, but life isn't perfect and perfection can be boring. You have to live your life being okay being perfectly imperfect.
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How do you counter a negative environment? How do you maintain your positivity when others seem determined to steal your joy? It is not easy, but you have to remove your self from toxic environment and people, it will save your sanity.
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Have you ever thought about what a mentor is and why is it important? From personal, professional to academic, a mentor can help guide you. In this conversation I sat down with Gabe Santner Director of the mentoring program at Quinsigamond Community College, which is located in Worcester Massachusetts. We talk about the mentoring program, where it started, where it is now and what the expectations are for the future. Gabe also shares ways how colleges can start a mentoring program of their own, and how individuals and organizations can get involved and be a mentor.
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It has been three weeks since my She Podcasts Live experience and I am still blown away by the incredible event. If you have a podcast, are thinking of having a podcast, you should seriously think about going next year. Jess and Elsie created a space where women were loved, accepted and celebrated. It was pure magic.
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Let's talk about saying no, let's talk about been busy over being productive. Often times we try to be everything to everyone and we end up being nothing to no one. We are afraid to let others down and say no, so instead we let our selves done and get tired, frustrated, stressed out and overwhelmed. Take you time back, so no today. Also discover the phrase "Make the bed"
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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you open your self up to meeting others. What if you said hi to a stranger? I have met great people for short amount of time that I shared an experience with. I encourage you to say hi to a stranger, you never know who you might meet.
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Have you ever asked yourself, what is my purpose? How do you go about finding your purpose, and what questions do you ask yourself. This week I explore just that, how I went about finding my purpose and I encourage you to find yours.
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I am so excited about this episode where I got a chance to sit down with Marianne Menezes from One Way Realty, who gave us some insights and tips on how to move from renter to homeowner.
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In this episode I talk about what fear can do to you if you allow it to stop you. If you don't try then you have already failed so you might as well do it anyway
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What makes a relationship succeed or fail? We must realize that we have the power within us to have a successful relationship, but we have to be willing to set the expectation. We have to be willing to fully commit to our partner, we have to realize that there are no limits to our happiness and that the relationship is about you and them, not others.
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I explore the issue of mental health. Mental health affects 1 in 5 adults and a majority of the population so we need to know more about it, we need to know what to look for and the resources that are available to us. Mental health does not discriminate based on age, gender, religion, social economic status, etc., so in order to win we must be equipped.
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Your success belongs to you, you should not look at your success based on what someone else is doing but based on what you hope to accomplish,
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I explore the cultural significance of Beyoncé's song "Brown Skin Girl" and why it is important for people to hear it and start the conversation about it. Inclusion and representation matters
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Our inner peace is so important, yet we allow outside influences to stop us from finding it. I challenge you to fight for your peace, no matter what. First take care of you before you can take care of others.
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Join me as I talk about a topic that touched me deeply. Death is sometimes one of life's harshest lesson, but do we learn from it and grow.
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If we are told multiple times that we are not enough, we may start to believe it. I am here to tell you that you are enough and you should never allow anyone to tell you differently.
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I discuss the impossible standards of beauty we are often held to, and I ask the question, who set the standards in the first place?
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