Cultivating Your Mind: Recent Episodes
Floyd D.A. Miley, III
Whether you realize it our not, you have the right to decide the life you want to live here on earth. What you do with the time you have been given is up to you. The determining factor of success or failure is how you respond to adversity, failure and certain defeat.
In this episode, special guest host, Camisha Age Hollifield explores the strategies and techniques to overcome negative self-talk and build self-confidence. Tune in as we share empowering stories and practical tips to help you break free from the grip of self-doubt and step into your power. Get ready to quiet that inner critic and unleash the unstoppable force within you. Let's begin the journey to self-discovery and self-empowerment together.
Welcome Kings and Queens to another exciting episode of Flow with Floyd, where we empower, encourage and equip you to recognize and walk within your own greatness. I am your host and today, I got a good one for you. You are going to share this episode with everyone you know because everybody at some point have said these words…Man, Fuck Dat Job, but I am going to take it a step further and share with you three reasons why you should adopt and embrace this mindset. So grab your favorite drink, sit back, relax, chill and let’s get it in.
ou reap what you sow is universally accepted concept that transcends all fields of study and belief systems.
Karma is the guiding principle in spirituality and religion that dictates that positive actions are met with rewards, while negative actions are met with consequences.
Culturally, the concept highlights the significance of treating others the way you want to be treated.
From then philosophical lens the Law of Attraction suggests that energy we give is the same energy we receive god or bad.
A fundamental principle of science states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
What I need for you to take from this episode as a reminder that you are responsible for your actions and implore you to consider the potential outcomes before making decisions. If you stand behind this universal truth, it will guide to lead a more mindful, intentional, and a rewarding life.
Have you ever dealt with someone or something that drains your energy. Just being around them or just being in the environment disrupts your peace? Maybe it's a toxic friend, nagging husband or wife, kids getting on your reserve nerve or could be a stressful work environment.
Whatever it is that robs you from your peace it's important to remember that you have the power but more importantly the responsibility to protect and maintain your peace at all costs.” The only thing that’s more valuable than your peace is your time.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s competitive nature and razor-sharp lyrics have mesmerized us, there is more to this rivalry than meets the eye. Their speaks volumes of the parallels between the divisive tactics outlined in the Willie Lynch letter and the dynamics of conflict and competition in the rap industry. Fear, envy and distrust. Both the letter and the rap industry thrive on the manipulation of people, pitting them against each other, all in the pursuit of control and power. In this episode, we will discuss the impact Willie Lynch and the lyrical divide between these two rappers and its impact on the Black community.
When people give up on their dreams, it is because they allowed themselves to be sidetracked by distractions. At the end of the day, they didn’t finish what they started. It’s easy to start something, we are good at starting things, but very few have the wherewithal to finish.
Finishing is a skill that must be learned, so today, you are going to receive four skills to help you finish what you start. So grab your favorite drink, Sit back, relax, chill and let’s get it in.
Being a perfectionist almost destroyed my mental health and overall happiness. I couldn’t escape the constant pressure I put on myself to achieve greatness in certain aspects of my life. Stress turned into depression.
Despite the success I had in my life in my eyes I was an underachiever. Over time depression started to consume me forcing me to seek therapy where I learned some valuable lessons I am going to share with you that helped me break free from the confines of my mind because let's face it, there is no such thing as perfection. So grab your favorite drink sit back, relax, chill, and let's get it in.
Prayer is powerful and it’s universal. Whether you are a Christian or Muslim; Catholic or nondenominational every religion believes in the power of prayer. Whether you pray to God, Allah, Buddha or another higher power we should pray during good times and bad.
Prayer changes things, transforms our hearts and minds, leading us to make positive changes in our lives to better the in the world around us but we must be receptive to its power.
In this episode we will use the prophet Samuel as a backdrop because he was a byproduct of his mothers’s prayer. So grab your favorite drink, sit back, relax, chill, and let’s get it in!
Advice is an essential aspect of navigating life together. At some point we seek others opinions and recommendations. Everybody gives advice but not everybody won’t receive it.
However as I grew in wisdom, I realized giving advice to certain people is a waste of time. I am going to expose three types of people you need to stop giving advice to like yesterday. So grab your favorite drink, sit back, relax chill and let’s get it in.
What Happens to a Dream Deferred?
Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun
Or fester like a sore and then run
Does it stink like rotten meat;
Or crust and sugar over—
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?
Langston Hughes
Knowing when it’s time to let go is hard. Walking away is harder, it’s not for the faint at heart, nor the weak. Love is a ruthless game where only the strong survives. Walking away from love is necessary to maintain your sense of self. As emotional creatures we tend to forget the golden rule about love…love don’t love nobody. Love is an emotion that comes and goes, it’s not a state of being. The only love you can truly count on is love for yourself; therefore You must protect yourself from toxic relationships, whether it's a friendship, romantic relationship, or professional.
“When it rains, it pours”, “I can’t win for losing”, “I’m damned if I do; damned if I don’t”, “if it ain’t one thing it’s another”, are popular cliches that capture the essence of a day gone bad. Having a bad day is frustrating, aggravating and can put you in a bad mood.
It's like no matter what you do, things just keep going wrong. There are days when it seems like you just can't catch a break, nothing seems to go your way. When these days come and they will you want to throw in the towel and call it a day.
If you've ever experienced the suffocating grip of your past, preventing you from moving forward and embracing a life of peace, joy, and fulfillment, fear not. There are three powerful strategies that can help you break free from these chains and embark on a journey of personal growth and happiness.
Since March is Women's History Month, we wanted to acknowledge and celebrate four phenomenal women and their impact on family, society and culture. On this episode we are going to celebrate one of the most powerful Black women in Georgia, Fulton County’ DA, the amazing Fani Willis. So grab your favorite drink, sit back, relax, chill and let’s get it in.
In our society, we have been taught to believe that our worth and impact on society is linked to our financial status. The amount of money we have is the benchmark by which we measure success and contribution. The sad reality is that money does not determine happiness or success. You can have a boat load of money and still be a failure. Money can by anything except happiness.
Money is a byproduct of you doing something. Money just doesn’t appear, it don’t grow on trees, you have to do something to get money even when you beg. The question is what you are willing to do to get that bag ?
What are you going to do with the life you have left? Be it a week or forty years, what are you going to do? You have the right to decide the life you live. No man, woman, or child can tell you how to live your life. That’s your choice.
Life is an extraordinary gift, a precious opportunity to experience the wonders of its existence, to connect with others, and to discover our true purpose. Each day is a new chapter, brimming with endless possibilities of untapped potential.
Life is a canvas waiting to be painted with vibrant colors and bold strokes. It is an invitation to explore, learn, and grow. It gives us the chance to forge meaningful connections, to love and be loved, leaving a lasting impact on the world. However, life can be problematic. I have come to realize Life don’t give a shit about nothing and nobody.
The laws of attraction have existed since mankind has been on earth. It has been documented since the early 1900s. While the term "laws of attraction" may be unfamiliar to some, its essence can be found in the old-aged wisdom echoed through generations. "It takes two to tango", “birds of a feather flock together," or the proverbial, “you reap what you sow”. these sayings are deeply rooted in the principles of the laws of attraction. They are reminders that our thoughts, intentions, and actions have a profound impact on the reality we manifest.
Today we start to celebrate Black history and with that in mind, I want to share a truly uplifting story of dreams and determination centered around Lewis Smith., a man who you Until today, you would have never heard about him before today. He wasn’t famous or well known, but he was a remarkable individual who once bore and overcame the chains of slavery to live his version of the American dream.
Failure is a natural part of life, and it is important to understand that it does not define us. We must learn to accept failure for what it is and use it as a learning experience to grow and improve. We must also understand that failure is not the end, but rather a stepping stone towards success.
Everybody has a brand whether they realize it or not. Everyday we spend here on earth we are working on growing our brand both good and bad. Your brand is how people perceive you based on what they know about you, what they heard about you and what you show them. What does your brand say about you? Better yet, what do you say about you? Is it accurate or is there a misconception? Learn how develop and communicate your brand.
The journey to success is filled with failures, hard times, obstacles and dream killers, people who don’t want you to be successful in life. The main reason people give up on their dreams is because someone talked them out it. If you are going to fulfill your dreams you must know how to identify dream killers, silence them and pursue your dreams with confidence.
We plan for the big events in life…Getting married, going on vacation; however, when it comes to our success many of us don't plan for life changing opportunities. Today’s episode is about planning and preparing for opportunities and when the right one comes…seize it.
No matter where you are on the professional spectrum—fresh out of college, seeking a job promotion, writing a book, or you want to be a business owner, your personal brand will determine the heights you reach in life. If you want to elevate your success, focus on developing your personal brand.
In today's episode, I will share with you the winning edge in life...Finish what you start! If you are going to be effective in finishing anything you start you must:
- Decide to Finish
- Incorporate SMART Goals
- Alter Your Self-Talk
- Celebrate.
Time is the most precious and restricted gift God gives us. From the cradle to the grave we have a short time on earth. This valuable commodity is constantly working against us. Time is everything we have and everything we don’t have. With this in mind, How are you going to spend your days? With everything you got going on Are you going to be busy or productive?
Whether you realize it our not, you have the right to decide the life you want to live here on earth. What you do with the time you have been given is up to you. The determining factor of success or failure is how you respond to adversity, failure and certain defeat.