Crosse Convos: Recent Episodes
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My house is a jungle. My plants are the barometer for my happiness level. I live off faith and lean into the fire. At times I get burned, but often found the spark is what I needed to ignite my spirit and propel me forward. #HearMySurthrival.
Continuing our conversation from last week, we have our cohost Shaunte and guest, Dewayne, share their experiences working in comedy — from their quick-witted improv to navigating different crowds.
Our guest today is comedian, Dewayne White, and we’re talking about how learning to laugh things off can lead to a brighter outlook on life. Having a great sense of humor releases the unnecessary weight of our troubles.
Today we dive into how my style choices have put me closer into full embodiment. Let’s talk about your version of look good, feel good.
Telling stories of secrets we can finally reveal — years later. Come laugh with us at our chaotic yet funny times, told in hindsight.
How have our ideas and expectations around intimacy been skewed? To keep the dialogue balanced, we invited our friend Edouard back to share his thoughts too.
Dating, but I’m keeping it casual. While thrilling, it’s very new to me. Joined by our guest Edouard, we peel back the layers of needs and wants in dating.
This week, we discuss how we handle not seeing eye to eye with friends or simply growing apart.
Got started in “The Business” at 22 working with movie studios and entertainment publishers, living the Barbie life in LA. Let’s go down memory lane of where Jamacali started and my life in Hollywood.
Do major life events bring family closer, or have the opposite effect? Let’s talk about it.
These unwritten rules can make or break friendships. We have our friends’ backs and can expect the same, right? We discuss our stories of what happens when our ideas of these codes clash or become more nuanced.
Becoming this version of me has been made possible by all the versions of myself I created along the way. Leaving behind what isn’t for my current highest good allowed my rebirth.
We take a trip down memory lane of moments and big lessons we learned in our convos this year. Come break down the glow up phases with us - in hindsight.
Boost Your Well-Being! Discover the powerful connection between mental and physical health in our latest episode. Join us as we dive into an enlightening discussion with special guest and personal trainer, Edouard Sooh, about his inspiring book "Write From My Veins."
Self acceptance begins with a realistic and healthy perception of myself so even after significant weight loss, I was limited by the overly critical, perceived flaws I had written over my life. How does my mind catch up to my body?
Are there ways of thinking you developed that hold you captive? Outside of the rigid thinking and rules we create for ourselves, lies the freedom we deserve.
Today we discuss vibrational energy and how it transfers. How do we stay in this place of high, positive vibration and protect our relationships from external energy drains?
Receiving and allowing others to give back is a key part of the exchange some miss. Giving and giving until it empties you is not in anyone's best interest.Each party experiencing both roles, fulfills the full range of benefits this reciprocity can have. You deserve it. They do too.
A little bit of self care goes a long way. Even when its not a full uprooting of my low mood, my mind and body recognize the small efforts toward bringing balance to my spirit.
Changing can be a true challenge, but remaining stagnant becomes even harder to live with. Whether it is accepted by others, or not, introduce a new version of you as often as you see fit.
Wellness looks different for everyone. Do you know what it looks like for you? In our first episode back, we explore getting reacquainted with yourself, particularly after major life events. Check in with your current self from a place of love. That is your greatest asset in honoring your whole being.
Thank you to my lovely listeners and growing family of healing souls. Sharing our journeys connects us and is a crucial part of community healing. Wishing you all a joyous summer… I’ll be back with much more this September!
I feel better when I nurture. I freely water and build up people, plants, and everything between. Join me as I delve into extending this grace to myself.
Hyper-independence narrowed my options and left me exhausted. I, and many others, struggle to ask for help. After routinely avoiding leaning on support as needed, resources seemed scarce and out of reach. Big life changes were coming and to my surprise, my community was ready and willing to help.
Chronic stress has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Bringing intentionality and awareness to my day to day played a major role in my emotional stability.
We reap what we sow. The seeds that were planted long ago in my life rear their heads asking to be honored and accepted. Making peace with them restores a deeper peace within myself.
I relieved myself from pondering the “what-ifs” that were not in my control. This was my first major step in protecting my happiness.
Being labelled “strong” is a blessing and a curse. While this may be a positive trait, who’s checking on the strong friend? No one. -Sincerely, the strong friend.
By accepting that our choices landed us where we are now, turns our attention to making choices toward greater fulfillment. Who knows who you’ll inspire along the way!
I faced a massive loss losing my mother. Especially on top of unresolved divorce wounds. With two anchors gone from my life, a new version of myself would emerge to keep afloat.
Compartmentalizing saved me many heartaches I am now working through. The family and lessons I gained along the way nourish me as I do the work. Let's make mental space for our renewal.
Jamacali, aka Sandy, breaks down her Jamaica born and California upbringing. Though a self-proclaimed loner, she ends up finding love in LA. This love, as any other, comes with curve balls she didn’t expect.
What is the reality of settling down earlier and things not working out with your long-term partner? It calls for a rebirth of your soul and a new mindset to surface. This is what my surthrival story looks like.
The stark contrast between how you feel and how you appear is a recurring theme in my life. The double-edged sword of compartmentalizing my hurts begins as a saving grace but later hinders the richness of life. Sharing my experiences honors my journey toward thriving, not only surviving.