More Than A Mommy: Recent Episodes
Nikkia H.
I’m multi faceted. I’m a Black Mom who blogs and hosts a podcast. I’m not necessarily a Mom blogger or a Mom podcast host because there are so many other components that I’d like to explore with you. In this podcast, you’ll definitely hear episodes about mom-hood, but you’ll also get my take on things like healing, breaking generational curses and cycles, friendships, and marriage (including life after parenthood 😳)! My ultimate goal is to motivate you to be your best and highest self through reflection and self actualization. Let's get to it! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/more-than-a-mommy/support
Mothering ourselves is essentially individualized self-care. It’s identifying a place of hurt or pain when it surfaces, digging back to the root of the matter, and applying the love and care you needed at the first point of brokenness. In continuation of our discussion last week, today's episode shares 5 practical ways we can mother ourselves daily as we continue to heal and grow.
Also....we finally made it to the 100th episode!!!! This podcasting journey began in 2019 for me and I'm honestly so proud to have hit this milestone. Thank you to each and every one of you who listened, shared, and subscribed. Your support has been uplifting and I hope this journey has blessed you as its blessed me. Continue blooming beautiful people!!! God Bless!
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International Women’s Day is later this week & as we continue to discuss and reflect on the impact of women throughout history, I want us to make it personal. This week, we're walking through a sensitive but necessary topic: The Mother Wound. In today's episode, we'll explore what mother wounds are, how they impact the way we show up in the world, and what we can do about them.
“Every woman who heals herself, heals her mother, her daughter….all that have come before her and are to come after” & since we can’t heal what we don’t reveal, your commitment and vulnerability to unpack any remnants of the mother wound are setting the stage for a lineage of healed women and men in your blood line. Salute yourself, friend!
IG page mentioned: @motherwoundproject
Article Share from Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/addiction-and-recovery/201910/the-mother-wound
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Happy Monday, Bloomers! This week's episode explores the concept of reciprocity and what it truly means to move beyond transactional connections into transformative community. I hope you take a moment to reflect on the relationships in your life as you listen! As always, I appreciate you so much! Please subscribe, share, and rate if you haven't. Happy Blooming!
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Happy Monday, Bloomers! Today we are flipping the lid on the impact of toxic environments and relationships...even with ourselves. I know y'all like to tussle so don't shoot the messenger here, but these are the truths we need in order to truly live whole, healthy & free! I hope today's episode blesses you tremendously and that you find ways to create low-toxic spaces in every area of your life! Until next week, happy blooming!
Resource: 11 Ways to Maintain Your Peace in Toxic Environments
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Today we're digging in to what it takes to truly unlock your full potential! Join me in this episode as we explore the power of self-acceptance, preparation, discipline and operating in our zone of genius. You've done so much work to be healed, now it's time for you to FLY! I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did, and as always...thank you for listening!
Happy Healing!
Resource:
Unlocking Your Full Potential-Forbes
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Genuine happiness isn’t about denying negative emotions or pretending to feel joyful all the time, BUT it is a key contributor to our emotional and physical well-being. Join me in today's episode as we explore what happiness really is, why it matters to our healing journey, and ways to increase our own levels of happiness. HAPPY Monday!
References:
- What is Happiness and Why is it Important
- A Little Dose of Happy
- Being Happy Takes Practice
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When was the last time you celebrated yourself? I don't mean for any specific accomplishment or milestone met, but celebrated yourself for being YOU? No matter what your answer is, join me in this episode as I get in your business and hopefully convince you of the ancestral healing that accompanies your ability to have a celebratory mindset toward yourself. Thank you so much for listening!
Resources:
12 Ways to Celebrate Yourself
Private Party!
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If you're taken aback by the title of this week's episode, I want you to know that I said what I said and I meant every word! Trauma does not make us stronger; it wounds us. Join me in this week's episode as I explain what trauma really does to us and how to recover from it through the healing. You might clutch your pearls as you listen to this one, but I'm saying it with my chest and will say it again!
Resources:
Trauma Resets Personality
“My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Mending of Our Bodies and Hearts” by Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW
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Phirst & Phoremost, Happy Founders’ day to my Illustrious Sorors. Skeewee! Now, Let's talk about mini goals! This episode is brought to you by our lovely friends at Clever Girl Finance and is the perfect way to re-ignite the visions we have for this year and the years to come. Goal setting has been scientifically proven to restructure your brain and help you achieve your dreams. Join me in this MINI-sode (see what I did there) as we explore 4 steps in setting mini-goals and how they help us slowly create the life of our dreams! Thank you so much for listening; see you next week!
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If you are at ALL interested in making space for the desires of your heart to manifest, press play on this episode immediately. This week, we're tackling the ROOT of why it's seeming to take so long for your manifested life to show and it gets a little deep, y'all. As always, thanks so much for listening and we'll be back next Monday!
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Happy New Year Family! I hope your energy is high and that you’ve carved out some time for yourself to reflect, refresh, and rest as you gear up for the consecutive WINS that are waiting for you this year. The start of a new year has increasingly become my most anticipated part of the year as I practice goal setting, go inward, and allow myself to take a moment to prepare for all the conquering and achieving I plan to do. This week, I want to share 5 of my own personal practices that help me move my plans and goals from the abstract to the concrete. I’m hoping some of these are already in rotation for you, but if not, there’s no better time to add them into your routine than now!!
As always, thanks for listening. Have a great week!
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Each Christmas season, I like to spend some time in the Word reflecting on the birth and journey of Christ. I think about the times that I complain or I feel down because of things not going my way and then I look at Mary’s example and realize that the way we react to things is truly a choice. Mary was a girl's girl, and really set the tone for how we can honor the gifts God places within us. The episode starts off with foolery (you're welcome) and please excuse the background noise...I guess folks couldn't wait to open up their last minute gifts from Amazon until I was done recording. LOL Merry Christmas! Have a beautiful day!!Article Share: https://www.upworthy.com/women-female-friends-more-successful?fbclid=IwAR034bsQUKyfa1cpJpeJztMxT-sJVNKMb7jzmlYzEB-HAp-hd7yiubT67jA
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It’s our last (non-holiday) Monday of episodes for 2023! Needless to say, this past decade, 2023 especially, has been filled with incredible lessons, experiences, and breakthroughs. There’s simply no way I can playback each moment that has transpired, but I’m grateful for the chance to share the overarching themes that have impacted my life in a major way, modeling how I hope you'll choose to reflect over the last few years as well.
Thank you so much for listening. We made it to the end of 2023.....CONGRATULATIONS!
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I’m just gonna come out and say it: you cannot fully heal if you’re allowing yourself to live under prolonged stress! Happy Monday, bloomers! Join me in this week's episode as we break the chains of chronic stress by really digging in to all the ways stress shows up in lives and how our bodies respond to it. Of course I couldn't leave you without also reminding ways to reduce the stress load in your life, but also remember this....a toxic environment is more likely to change you than you will change it. Sometimes, we just gotta get outta there! Thanks so much for listening; don't forget to subscribe, rate & share!Resources
Mind.org article
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Being reactionary can lead to anxiety, depression and chronic states of stress that can weaken our immune system and lead to disease and premature death. It's no joke. Join me in this episode as we explore how to shift our emotions into the driver's seat by responding to stressors instead of reacting. I'm so excited to share this information with the community and rooting you on as you make this shift in your own lives!
Great 4 Minute Video for Further Explanation
Thanks for listening!!! Same place and time next Monday. =)
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We can learn all the things as it relates to living a healed life, but until we actually put those things into practice, we're just hoarding information. Join me in this episode as we explore what it really takes to shift from surviving to thriving, and how we can maintain a state of thriving no matter what's happening in our lives.
Thanks so much for listening. Happy Monday!
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Happy Monday, Bloomers! Today’s discussion is all about rest and why it’s SO necessary if you’re serious about living a healed life. Even though we all like a nice little nap, rest encompasses anything that connects your mind and body! Join me in this week's episode as we explore 7 different forms of rest and how we incorporate more rest into our daily lives. As always, thanks for listening. See you next Monday!
"May you rest without guilt this week. May you lean into a healthy relationship with rest that isn’t a response to exhaustion but a reflection of the love you have for yourself. May your rest compliment the life you live and the person you are." -@shespeakstherapy
References & Resources:
Why Is Exhaustion So Normalized for Black Women?
The Nap Ministry
Rest Assessment
Sacred Rest
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"Before we expect others to respect our boundaries, we must honor them ourselves." -Nedra Glover Tawwab. Happy Monday, beautiful people! In episode 58, we explored the concept of boundaries and how, when implemented correctly, they are hugely impactful to the relationships in our lives. This week, we're doubling back on the topic of boundaries as a tool to improve the relationship we have with OURSELVES. Join me in this episode as we revisit what boundaries are and why they matter, along with exploring ways we self-sabotage by dishonoring our own boundaries + how to get back on track.
As always, thanks for listening! Please subscribe, share, and rate the podcast and come on back next Monday for our next episode.
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Happy Monday good people! Last week, we explored the impacts of isolation on our healing journey and I really felt like we needed to dig a little deeper to understand what happens when we surround ourselves with other people who are also on the journey of self-actualization and healing. Join me in this episode as we explore three reasons communal care is definitely the move!
"We heal best in community." -Dr. Bruce Perry
Thanks for listening; same place and time next week!
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Social isolation has a huge impact on our well-being. Join me in this week's episode as we explore collective care, biological wiring, a "whole" village, (yes, adults need villages too!) and the impacts + sacrifice of uprooting yourself from the town where you grew up. As always, happy Monday and thanks for listening!
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"Heal the girl and the woman will appear." This week in our healing series, we're talking all things inner child! Inner child work is a way to address unmet needs and attachment wounds from our childhoods that impact the decisions we make today as adults and the way we show up. Join me in this episode as we explore what it means to heal our inner child, why this form of healing is important to consider, and ways to get started (or continue) in this process!
Resources:
https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/inner-child-work
Reflection Handout
6 Inner Child Exercises
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Happy Monday! I know you didn't think I was gonna leave you hanging last week with all that talk about the impacts of trauma without following up on how we heal. You know me better than that, friend! The next few weeks are dedicated to ways we heal and first up is the nervous system! Join me in this episode as we explore why we should even care about our nervous system and ways we can support its regulation + contribute to happy and healthy lives. After you listen, come back to the notes to complete your homework for this week. I know you can do it!
IG: @nikkiarshines
Referenced in today's episode:
https://healyournervoussystem.com/47-practices-to-heal-a-dysregulated-nervous-system/
Finding the Meditation Mode for Your Personality
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The word “trauma” has become a misused buzzword these days and it's time for me to tap into my day job to really help the people understand what it really means and how it effects the way we show up in the world. Join me in this episode where I break down the true meaning & categories of trauma, the 6 most common trauma responses, and what we can do about it. Have you ever felt anxious, detached, trouble with sleeping, helpless, or severely overwhelmed? Ever wonder why it's so easy for you to pop off or avoid family and friends? If so, this episode is for you.
Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for continuing to heal! Same place & time next Monday for our next step on this journey together.
References:
https://www.cedars-sinai.org/discoveries/what-is-trauma.html (I highly recommend reading this article, especially for non-medical interventions!)
https://calswec.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/4-3_behind_the_term_trauma.pdf
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK207192/
https://www.lakebehavioralhospital.com/recognizing-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-emotional-psychological-trauma/#:~:text=Not%20everyone%20responds%20to%20trauma,and%20concentration%2C%20and%20mood%20swings
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Happy Beautiful October, friends! There is something so magical about the beauty of this season and what better way to welcome the new month than with some collective care? Get in boo, we're loving on ourselves this episode with 30 affirmations centered on our worthiness and care for ourselves. Play this episode as many times as you'd like this month!
As always, thanks for listening! Subscribe, share and come back every Monday for new episodes. Happy Healing!
*Affirmations inspired by Janette Stewart, founder of Angel Angles.
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Fall is here and there's no better time to discuss how we can welcome new seasons into our own lives! Join me in this episode as we explore how to identify what season of life we're in and how to make the most of every season, especially the more challenging ones. This episode also sends love to those of you who experience seasonal depression. I hope my words of encouragement hug your hearts!
Thanks for listening; Happy Healing!
Book Mentioned: Convergence Healing by Peter Bedard
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World Mental Health Day is tomorrow and we are centering the power of gratitude in this week's episode! Join us as we explore the science behind gratitude's impact on our mental health and three easy + specific ways we can implement gratitude in our lives.
As always, thanks for your listening support! Subscribe, share and come back next week to continue on this journey of healing and self-actualization. Happy Monday!
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When life gets hard, it’s almost second nature to get distracted by our trials. As children of God, we really don’t need to let those difficulties have our attention because our FAITH should distract us from our fear. Who we know our God to be should distract us from our doubts. This is the way that we will make it through the seasons of life, when we use distraction for our good. Join me in this episode as we square up against these distractions and explore the power of growing through every season of life!
As always, thanks for your listening support! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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When life gets hard, it’s almost second nature to get distracted by our trials. As children of God, we really don’t need to let those difficulties have our attention because our FAITH should distract us from our fear. Who we know our God to be should distract us from our doubts. This is the way that we will make it through the seasons of life, when we use distraction for our good. Join me in this episode as we square up against these distractions and explore the power of growing through every season of life!
As always, thanks for your listening support! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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The topic that gets me riled up because how society misrepresents what humility actually is! Join me in this episode as we define TRUE humility and its importance in our lives. This week's discussion is jam-packed and straight to the point; share it with every one who you want to big up today!
As always, thanks for your listening support! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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The topic that gets me riled up because how society misrepresents what humility actually is! Join me in this episode as we define TRUE humility and its importance in our lives. This week's discussion is jam-packed and straight to the point; share it with every one who you want to big up today!
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My birthday was 4 days ago and as I think about gracefully closing the chapter on some mindsets, habits, and areas of relationship during these next few days, I COMPLETELY understand how unnatural it can feel to let things go! The truth of the matter though, is that as long as we hold onto things and people that don’t contribute to our growth, we might turn another year older….but we’ll be stuck in a constant cycle of the same exact year each time we blow out candles on the cake! After you listen to this episode, you will never view butterflies and caterpillars the same...I promise!
As always, thanks for listening! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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Friends, too many of us are out here living in cycles of shame, guilt, anger…. and BONDAGE. I think it’s a great time to discuss what it really means to live FREE. Join me in this week's episode as we explore the level of fearlessness, forgiveness, and faith required to live full, free lives. As always, thanks for listening! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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Allowing yourself to fall into the safety net of genuine friendship is so integral to our overall well-being. However, ease will never be found in expired, unhealthy, or one-sided connections. Join me this week as we wrap up our mini-series on friendship! As always, thanks for listening! Subscribe, share and come back next Monday for the next episode. Happy Healing!
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National Friendship Day was yesterday and I'm so excited for us to dive in to the topic of friendship for the next two weeks! I really love and appreciate my friends and wish I could go back and teach younger me the lessons I've learned as it relates to how we show up (and what we should accept) in friendships. Join me this week as we explore the importance of intentionally cultivating our friendships and the system that helped me set realistic expectations for each level of friendship in my life. As always, thanks for listening! Subscribe, share, and come on back next Monday for the latest episode. Happy Healing!
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My wedding anniversary was this week and since life inspires art, I curated today's episode around what I've learned as a married millennial. One thing for certain and two things for sure, we DEFINITELY are not candid enough for me when preparing couples for the truth of building healthy marriages. ESPECIALLY if healthy marriages weren't modeled for you. If you are you desire to be married, are preparing to be married, or already married and want to shift things for the better, this episode is my gift to you. Sharing is caring!
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None of us have the ability to travel time & foresee how the future will greet us and that in itself should truly create urgency to live as our "highest selves" right now. But what does that even mean? Join me in this week's episode as we explore what it really means to be the highest version of ourselves and how to show up as that person TODAY.
Thank you for listening; don't forget to share with a friend!
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According to Harvard University, self-compassion yields a number of benefits, including lower levels of anxiety and depression. Self-Compassion also entails being warm and understanding toward ourselves when we suffer, fail, or feel inadequate, rather than ignoring our pain or flooding ourselves with judgement and criticism. Join me in this episode as we explore why self-compassion is a necessary tool in our healing journeys and ways to include compassion in our everyday lives.
(Further exploration) Practical Ways to Boost Self-Compassion: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mental-health/4-ways-to-boost-your-self-compassion
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Returning home to ourselves is the act of turning away from outward chaos and noise and INWARD towards restoration, peace and harmony. It's returning to the essence of who you are without external distractions. It's preserving and protecting your light. Join me in this week's episode as we explore tangible ways to always find our way home to ourselves, no matter what.
In the words of Lalah Delia, “Some of us run so far away from ourselves in survival mode, that we forget to return home to ourselves.” Welcome back home. You deserve to be here.
Lalah's "A Journey Home" Meditation: https://insighttimer.com/lalahdelia/guided-meditations/a-journey-home
I hope you enjoyed this week's exploration. Make sure to subscribe so that you're the first to be notified every Monday when a new episode drops! Keep Blooming!
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Is this thing still on?! It's hard to believe it's been two WHOLE months since I recorded the last episode, but just know....the break was very necessary. So necessary that I knew I had to make sure rest was how we reunited! In the words of the The Nap Ministry's Tricia Hersey, "You don't always have to be creating, doing, and 'contributing' to the world. Your birth grants you rest and leisure as well."
Join me in this episode as we explore ways to rest as an integrated practice in our lives, including:
- 6 Categories of Rest
- Rest as the Foundation for Restoration
- Ways to Find Rest Daily
Articles Referenced:
- https://theeverymom.com/why-rest-is-so-important-for-black-mothers/
- https://www.allure.com/story/black-women-rest-self-care
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It's amazing how fast the year goes by these days...it's like I'm on an unending loop of being shocked every time a new month rolls around! This bonus episode offers over 85 affirmations to speak over yourself and this new month. Our subliminal minds never stop listening for messages, so feel free to play this episode while you're on the move. Inspired by Aarushi Tewari, these affirmations are an opportunity for us to call in love, goodness, positivity, and support into this new month! May you be happy, may you be whole, may you be blessed in your coming and in your going, and may you be well. In Jesus' Name, Amen!
Happy New Month!
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One of my PET PEEVES is when the enemy tries to attack our sense of worthiness. Y'all, I thought we were loosed from the chokehold of this topic, but since we're not, we're getting straight to it this week! In this episode:
- Your WORKS are not tied to your WORTH.
- Your Relationship Status Does Not Solidify Your Worth.
- Your Mistakes Don’t Diminish Your Worth.
I never know who the message is for every week, but I feel so strongly about this week's episode and I just know someone will be blessed by this reminder. You are already worthy. You were born worthy. God deposited your worth in a one-way transaction the minute He formed you in your mother’s womb. You are not defined by your weight. You are not defined by your bank account. You are not defined by the number of degrees you hold. You are not defined by your intellect. Your worth is a permanent part of your DNA. You will ALWAYS be WORTHY!
Have a great week! See you next Monday!!
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Too many of us spend far too long doubting our gifts, questioning our calling, and shying away from the light all because of our dependence on EXTERNAL opinions. Whether it’s the opinions of loved ones, the “validation” of social media, or the desire to “keep up with the Joneses”, living life based on the expectations and perceptions of other people will always result in a life that was never designed for YOU. Join me in this week's episode as I encourage you to OWN your dopeness and fully walk in your God-Given light!
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Happy Monday! This week, we’ll continue our conversation of #TakingUpSpace with a concerted focus on our voices. This topic gets me so hype because I am a firsthand witness of the freedom and authority that occurs when we break those chains of bondage over our voices and lives. Join me in today's episode as we gang up on every lie that has ever tried to come up against the power of our voices. This episode is one you don't want to miss!
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I don’t know about you, but I have ALWAYS been (both indirectly and directly) encouraged to shrink. To not take up space. To not be too loud, too smart, too pretty, too talented, too wise, too challenging, etc. For far too long, I believed the lie that subconsciously told me that I needed to do the opposite of taking up space so that other people could feel comfortable. Well my friends, it’s time to make the devil mad yet again because I refuse to let you take another step in belief of his foolishness!! Join me in this episode as we explore what it means to really take up space as our full selves.
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Email: themondaybloom@gmail.com
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At first glance, and ESPECIALLY when we’re on the receiving end, boundaries might feel like walls, barriers, or attacks. This week, it's time to dispel that myth. When done right, boundaries are actually an opportunity for us to engage as our highest selves, honoring both ourselves and others in the process. This week's episode is centered around the following pillars:
- Boundaries are not barriers
- Being assertive vs. aggressive
- Knowing our limits & standing our ground
Thank you for listening! See you next Monday.
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I loved the "Year of Yes" by Shonda Rhimes, but this is your warning that this episode ain't that! This week, we're diving into the power and weight of what we say "yes" to. We've been talking about the power of "no" and making room for the things that serve us...now let's go even further. It's time for us to be prepared for the weight of our yes!
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What is your comfort level with saying “no”? According to psychologytoday.com, women are especially socialized to stray away from saying no, particularly if it will result in possible hurt feelings or strained relationships. Thank God for the good news of unlearning that part of our conditioning! In this episode, we explore three pillars of playing the "no" card (when necessary):
- Honoring our own boundaries.
- Standing firm in out "no".
- Understanding the purpose & value of "no"
Thanks so much for listening & remember, our Monday dates require action! How will you honor your "no" this week? Stay in touch:
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Continually choosing ourselves is the root of “self-care” and an intentional, daily practice. Sometimes, choosing yourself means acknowledging the things that we’ve put in place that keep us from living freely and experiencing all the good life has to offer. Other times, it means creating your boundaries and honoring them consistently!Join me in this week's episode as we explore the concept of choosing OURSELVES. Thanks for listening! See you back next Monday!
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Valentine's Day is tomorrow & I know that it's a day that puts people in the feels for a myriad of reasons, with some of those feelings being pretty heavy based on where we are in life. This week's episode explores ways we can tap into the Word & use joy as our tool to not only survive, but maybe even thrive! Let's aggressively seek out some joy this week; see you next Monday!
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Healing is not a linear process. The journey looks more like: working through all the ebbs and flows of acknowledging, addressing, and eventually overcoming negative cycles, patterns, and relationships in our lives, feeling a sense of exuberance as we finally “break free”, only to feel overcome and overwhelmed all over again! LAWD! This week's episode explores practical ways to embrace every part of our healing journey & ways to keep going even when it's rough. Thank you so much for listening!! Make sure you're subscribed so that you get new episodes hot & ready every Monday. =)
Oh, and also, Happy Black History, Black Excellence, Black is Beautiful, Blackity Black Black Month!!! Love y'all!
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Last week, we explored the idea of shifting the narrative we believe and speak about ourselves, but before that happens, we have to be willing to hold a mirror in front of ourselves and acknowledge everything we're carrying. This episode dives deeper as we get into three things we need to address in order to live healed, whole & healthy lives. Thanks for joining me for another week of The Monday Bloom!
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Welcome back to another Monday on The Monday Bloom! This week, we're holding up the mirror and being intentional with the words we believe about OURSELVES. Grab your journal & get ready to jump right on in!
In this episode:
- Habit Stacking
- Dose of Encouragement!
- Shifting the Narrative we believe about ourselves
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Happy 2023 & welcome to The Monday Bloom (FKA More Than a Mommy)!!! This week's episode jumps right into the topic of energy and can I just say the energy shift I feel after transitioning to The Monday Bloom from More Than a Mommy feels amazing! Love when the necessary shifts prove to be so good for us.
In this episode:
- Expanding the vision we can manifest for our lives
- The power of our intentions (inspired by this SuperSoul Sunday episode)
- Identifying the "why" behind our goals
- Centering Ourselves vs. Being Self-Centered
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I know it's been a minute since we've had our last Monday chit-chat but you knew I would be back! Join me in this episode as we discuss our 2022 wrap-up & how we're stepping into 2023. Make sure to stay 'til the end to hear about the transition of the podcast!! I appreciate you all so much. Thank you for your listening ears and support.
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"We are worthy of any and everything we desire." I attended #WorthyBehaviorDay last week and I had you all in mind!! This episode features a quick rundown of the event and also includes some encouraging reminders about our own worthiness. Spoiler Alert We're BORN worthy!
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"We are worthy of any and everything we desire." I attended #WorthyBehaviorDay last week and I had you all in mind!! This episode features a quick rundown of the event and also includes some encouraging reminders about our own worthiness. Spoiler Alert We're BORN worthy!
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I've been thinking a lot lately about the way we are wired to sometimes prematurely cancel people in our lives when they aren't meeting the expectations we have for them. In this episode, I pose a more nuanced way of approaching those "sandpaper" people that has helped me navigate the complexity of adulting in community. Thanks for Listening! Don't forget to share, subscribe, & leave a 5 star rating. It means so much!
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Hey y'all! My baby girl heard that episode on affirmations and her reaction was "like hold up! tag me in" LOL..so I interviewed my absolute favorite guest on this week's episode. I speak life over her every night before she goes to bed and these are just a snippet of our usual routine. It's so important to cultivate the sense of empowerment in our babies before the world tries to convince them to shrink.
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I know most of the time we explore life beyond our roles as Mommies, but I had to get this one off! Why did no one warn me about the trials and tribulations of parenting far away from your familial community? Maybe I'm being a little exaggerative but this is really is a discussion that we should have before our 4 year olds start throwing blocks at our head on a 5 day break from school.....I'm just sayin'. Somebody send help & if you're a transplant parent, also send tips that can be added to what I shared in this episode, lol! Thanks for listening!
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Since we're still under the Virgo moon, it's only right to center the newness that comes along with this season. This episode features affirmations written and inspired by the work of Morgan Harper Nichols. Visit www.morganharpernichols.com to download the beautifully illustrated affirmations as wallpaper! Also included in this week's episode: advocating for the life we actually want to live. I hope it blesses you!
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Virgos, our time is here! Happy Monday y'all! My birthday is this week so I shifted from our usual flow of things to chat it up with you about some things on my heart and mind as this new chapter loads. Don't ask me why I broke into gospel singing twice because I just told you it's my birthday & that means I do what I want!! Lol, in all semi-seriousness, I hope these reflections bless you as much as they did me. Happy Listening!
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"Mind the business you WANT TO PAY YOU." Y'all...I had the pleasure of welcoming the one and only Nitina Francis of BurgundyGinger Events onto the podcast and she wasted NO time! I so deeply loved the way she described overcoming as a daily practice and encouraged us to scale back enough to honor what each day needs from us. (Spoiler alert to all the Mamas listening...it's usually something different every single day.) This episode is jam packed with gems and I can't wait until you hear it!
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Calling all Generational Cycle Breakers, Shifters, and Changemakers! This one is for you. So often we think of disrupting negative cycles as going in the complete opposite direction of where we don't want to be, but sometimes shifting the pattern looks like being dealt similar cards and playing that hand differently. I'm so excited to dive into this with you today!
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Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses childhood harm that I and others have experienced. Please listen at your own discretion.
You have to love how the Holy Spirit just ramshacks your plans, lol....this episode got real deep, real fast and believe it or not, this was not the original plan! However, when God tells me to move, I move (just like that...sorry I had to do it!) and I know this was a message we needed to hear. If you are someone who has experienced harm as a child, I want you to know that you are more than what that trauma wants you to believe you are. I pray that you allow yourself to release the hurt and shame that so easily engulfs us when we're at our most vulnerable. There's more to life. There's more LIFE. My prayer is for you to LIVE. John 10:10
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I don't know about you, but there have been times that I have overTHUNK myself into a state of paralysis. 1) Yes, I made up a word and I'm sticking by it. 2) Hate to bring it to you...but all that overthinking is rooted in fear. It's actually designed to keep you stuck in your safe comfort zone. Let's put the gear in motion today, ok?! As always, thank you so much for listening and don't forget to share, rate & subscribe!! I appreciate you!
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Don't get fooled by the simplicity of the title of this week's episode.....many of us are very guilty of a lil thing called "self-sabotage" that we're digging into today. As always, thank you so much for listening and don't forget to share, rate & subscribe!! I appreciate you!
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So often, autopilot has us reaching for things without us even knowing why! This week's episode is all about pausing & reflecting on the "why" behind our dreams, goals, & desires. Let's dig deep!
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It's really the energy for me. I've really learned that the life of our desires weighs heavily on our physical, mental, and emotional capacity. When the energy is low, even the mundane things feel incredibly difficult to keep up with. Join me in this episode as we discuss this and more.
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Join me in the last episode of season 4 (I know, right?! Flew by!) as we go deeper into our mindset exploration. Our mindsets truly are the vehicles in which we navigate this thing called life and as you will hear, one of my favorite things to discuss. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for an exciting new Season 5!
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Our minds literally have the power to shape our worlds. I've been really focusing on the power of our mindset lately & couldn't wait to share this with you all! Come back next week for Part 2!
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So much on my mind during this Women's History Month and I've been thinking a lot lately about the history of women and our defining ties to what we do. Join me in this episode as I grapple with the concept of "human beings" vs "humans-doing" and how it's ok to just BE!
Warning Girl...I recorded this episode on a different device with a different mic and the audio is not doing what I need it to do!! You have my apologies in advance and I hope the message still comes across clearly. I promise we'll be back to crisp & clear-ness next week. Thank you for your grace.
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I just finished reading "The Comfort Crisis" by Michael Easter and it really has been challenging me in practical ways to step out of what he calls "the comfort creep." Join me in this episode as we scratch the surface of what it means to step out of our comfort zones and why it's so important!
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Lately, I've been thinking of how life has conditioned me to mute my joy and shy away from my accomplishments. If you're anything like me, I'm here to tell you...we not doin' that anymore!! Join me in this episode as we explore this topic and why "doing it for the haters" is simply not it either. Thanks so much for listening!
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Many of us were raised in environments that conditioned to believe that sadness was a bad thing and that emotions other than happiness and the like were meant to be hidden and not put on display. This episode offers you all the permission you need to break free from that falsehood. Our bodies communicate to us through emotions and it's perfectly ok to be sad!!! Just remember though..."it cannot always be night." Joy comes in the morning!
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We've spent the last couple of weeks discussing the concept of "doing it scared" and got a reminder that we, in fact, ARE ENOUGH. My question now is, what are you waiting for? I mean this in the most literal way possible, what is the making up the distance between the life you're living now and the life of your dreams? Bring your journal to this episode with you if you can!
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Nothing brings out the "demon bully"(shoutout to Sarah Jakes Roberts) in me more than when the enemy convinces God's children to believe his lies. Issa no for me. If you have been feeling doubt or imposter syndrome trying to creep in, press play expeditiously! Ya'll even had me go into prayer this episode, lol, we are not playing small in 2022.
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We are not letting fear take the wheel any longer! This episode explores what fear really means to our God-given call, and since you might need a breather after all this truth, we'll engage in a moment of pause before our time together ends. As always, thanks for listening. If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe and share!
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Happy New Year! I hope 2022 is talking to you nicely, but if not....we'll get it in check REAL soon! Join me as I explore breath work, a bit of meditation, and how I'm making space for this new year to be somewhere I'd like to be.
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Goodbye 2021! Whew Lawd....it's the official end of Season 2 and this INTENSE year. Let me hype you up real quick before we collectively bring in 2022! Sending love to you and yours during this holiday season. Thanks so much for listening!
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Season 3 of the More Than a Mommy podcast is dedicated specifically to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the host, Nikkia, shares and chronicles her personal journey as a Survivor on the other side. The hope of this season is to not only spread awareness, but to also share light and hope to any and every person affected by breast cancer (or any cancer for that matter)! Please share and subscribe!
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Season 3 of the More Than a Mommy podcast is dedicated specifically to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the host, Nikkia, shares and chronicles her personal journey as a Survivor on the other side. The hope of this season is to not only spread awareness, but to also share light and hope to any and every person affected by breast cancer (or any cancer for that matter)! Please share and subscribe!
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Season 3 of the More Than a Mommy podcast is dedicated specifically to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the host, Nikkia, shares and chronicles her personal journey as a Survivor on the other side. The hope of this season is to not only spread awareness, but to also share light and hope to any and every person affected by breast cancer (or any cancer for that matter)! Please share and subscribe!
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Season 3 of the More Than a Mommy podcast is dedicated specifically to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the host, Nikkia, shares and chronicles her personal journey as a Survivor on the other side. The hope of this season is to not only spread awareness, but to also share light and hope to any and every person affected by breast cancer (or any cancer for that matter)! Please share and subscribe!
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Season 3 of the More Than a Mommy podcast is dedicated specifically to Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the host, Nikkia, shares and chronicles her personal journey as a Survivor on the other side. The hope of this season is to not only spread awareness, but to also share light and hope to any and every person affected by breast cancer (or any cancer for that matter)! Please share and subscribe!
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Manifestation has all but become a buzz word these days, but aside from all the fake gurus out there...it really is legit! This episode shares two really important components to include when manifesting your desires...and a little extra motivation too! Thanks for listening; please subscribe, rate, and comment if you can!
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Hey Hey! Girl, I was in a therapy session one day and she read me! Lol, it was so good that it made my wheels start turning so much that I had to share with you today! This episode is intended to activate your introspective superpowers real quick and if there's anything that feels like a read...just know I love you and Jesus does too! We growin' over here!
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Hey family! I've missed you so...and I wanted to hop on the mic right quick to talk with you about something that's been on my heart to share for a while now. As always, I hope this blesses you no matter where you are on your journey of self-actualization and I appreciate you for listening! Share and subscribe!
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Don't let all that spring cleaning we talked about in the last episode go to waste!! Let's chat about getting our "houses" in order and keeping them that way! Thank you for listening!
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Spring has sprung and you know what that means? It means it's time to start releasing that which no longer serves us and welcoming in EVERYTHING that God has for our lives. In the words of young philosopher, let us breathe. stretch. shake.........and let it go. Haaa!! Happy Listening!
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Hey family! Got this in my spirit and I refuse to keep it to myself....when we submit it all to God, even the blows become breakthroughs. Inserts quickening! I was going to say that I hope this episode encourages you, but I KNOW it will because God only provides top tier messages and this is straight from Him. Happy Sunday and Happy Listening! Don't forget to share this with whoever needs to hear it in your circle, and keep the great ratings and feedback coming. Thank you!
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WARNING: The following episode is likely to ignite the demon bully inside of you!
Y'all....I'm not going to lie....I got very "in my bag" with this one. It's time for us to be very clear on a couple of things as far as God is concerned and I hope you walk away from this episode feeling bossed up and prepared for whatever comes your way. Make sure to send this to EVERYBODY you think needs to hear. We winnin' over here.....in every season.
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If you've listened to Season 1 of this podcast, you already know how deep & rich our conversations get. This time was no exception and I got a chance to continue the conversation with Janell about all things love, from self-love to un-learning ways to give and receive love! Of course, we went off on tangents and rants because that's what girlfriends do but if you're in need of some raw, authentic girl-chat...come hang out with us again for round 2. You won't be disappointed!
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The season of love is upon us! Last season, we discussed different perspectives of marriage & love from my Hubby, Roger & Tiffane Gayle, and from my girlfriends Shannon & Kristen. Friendships are super important to me, and while I love the concept of romancing and celebrating in a relationship, I also deeply cherish my close girlfriends!!! In celebration of "Galentine’s Day", I used this opportunity to chat with one of my closest friends and college roommate, Janell Marie! The conversation got so good that we ran out of time, but I think it'll spark some things you'll want to discuss with your own circle of friends this Galentine's Day.
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Just as the Lord instructed Habakkuk to “write down the vision and make it plain”, the same applies to our God-given goals and dreams. We are starting Season 2 with a bang, family! This episode might require you to pause a few times to jot down some notes, but I'm excited for us to let our vision lead us into this new year.
As always, thank you so much for tuning in! If this episode brought value to your life, please share with a friend and/or on social media (IG: @themondaymommy)!! Don't forget, email me (themondaybloom@gmail.com) if you would like for me to share the document referenced in the episode.
Happy New Year!
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Monday fam!! It has been TOO long since we've gotten together! Of course 2020, has been happening to us all and I've taken this break to refresh, recollect, and revitalize. I'm so excited for you to hear this episode....don't forget to share, like, and rate! Happy Monday!!
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Hey ya'll!!! The last two episodes have been centered around the concept of marriage and the #realtalk that we need to have about it! You've heard from the semi-newlyweds (my Hubby and I), then you heard from my homegirls who are almost at that 10 year...
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Hey, girl, hey!!! I'm continuing the conversation on marriage this week, but this time I brought my girls in to chat! This is the LONGEST episode I've ever recorded but ya'll...every time we get together, nothing but GOODNESS pours out! I know you'll...
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Cues Tony! Toni! Toné! My 4th wedding anniversary is in 10 days and I thought it would be SUPER sweet to interview my Hubby to start the celebration off right. This episode ended up being so fun and insightful as we shared our perspectives of...
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This episode was actually recorded in 2019 and sitting in the vault!! I had to pull it out to share because of how CRAZY the parallels are to my current experience as a professional during the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. What has been your...
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Please forgive my absence...everything that has occurred recently really knocked me down a few notches. I'm so glad to be back and sharing what I'm sure is on the minds of many. Always remember, your voice matters, your actions matter, and most...
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It's the 3rd Monday of the month so I hope you know what that means......NEW EPISODE ALERT!!! Listen....I know COVID-19 and this #ShelterAtHome business is trying to convince us all to chill and forget about the dreams and plans we made for this year...
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Even though this is only my second official year as a Mama, Mother's Day has officially become a huge celebration for me! It was because of my daughter's pending arrival that I was empowered to embark upon this journey of healing and disruption of...
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We are live!!! Ahhh! I started recording this podcast almost a year ago and it's finally here for the world's ear. In this episode, I introduce myself and share the vision for the podcast. Prepare yourself for a little bit of funny, a sprinkle of...
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