a life differently

as the year comes to an end, I want to give you this special message to carry you into the new year.  see you there xo Ronni

a tiny check-in on this week's episode. taking a gentle pause this week. sharing how i'm slowing down: frequency music, hey arnold reruns, subliminals, and softer energy all around. and a reminder for you to rest where you can, soften your pace, and do the small things that help you feel aligned.  

this week, we're getting into the part of manifestation that actually creates transformation: uncovering and healing the limiting beliefs that block your desires, your confidence, and your ability to manifest the life you want. in part two of the how to manifest series, we're breaking down the subconscious stories that shape your reality. these beliefs are familiar, protective, and often inherited...

welcome to the How to Manifest 4-part series: a grounded, soul-centered approach to manifestation created especially for anyone who's ever felt left out of the mainstream "just think positive and anything is possible" ways of manifestation. this week we're starting where all manifestation begins:  with the dream. before you can call anything in (the love, the freedom, the peace, the abundance) you...

ever feel like the universe is trying to tell you something? in this episode, I'm breaking down 5 common signs the universe is trying to get your attention (from angel numbers to things going wrong) and I'm also sharing two of my own real-life paranormal experiences (cause you know, spooky season).  Music by Maksym Malko from Pixabay

ever wondered if there are any Black ghost hunters out there? meet Tiffany Lorine: a hilarious, fearless creator proving that yes, we do exist. in this conversation, I sit down with the self-proclaimed Black Girl Ghost Hunter to talk about how ghost hunting actually works, what a spirit box session sounds like in real life, and why exploring the paranormal doesn't have to clash with faith. we get...

why is it so hard to trust ourselves? in this episode, I explore the fear of intuition: why we've been taught to doubt our gut feelings, how logic and conditioning silence our inner knowing, and what shifts when we start trusting it again. this is more than a mindset shift, it's a reclamation. because when you reconnect with your intuition, you stop needing permission. you stop outsourcing your po...

you don't need perfection to show up. you don't need the perfect words, the priciest equipment, all the know-how in the world. showing up messy, tired, scared, or imperfect is still valuable and often the exact step you need to take. Follow ALD on Instagram: @alifedifferently Subscribe to the Show + Leave a Review Credits: Music by Mykola Sosin from Pixabay

I know what it feels like to think you need just one more course, one more certification, one more thing before you can finally do the thing you dream of doing. In this episode of the a life differently podcast, we're getting real about the "forever student" trap, why we chase endless learning instead of trusting ourselves, and how to start before you feel ready. If you've ever found yourself sign...

ever felt like you're too much and somehow still not enough? in this episode, we dive into where that belief comes from, how it shows up as people pleasing, burnout, and shaky self-worth, and what you can start doing to unlearn it. because sweetheart, you were never too much. and you were always enough. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to a Life Differently 01:35 Exploring the Mindset of Being Too Much...

let's talk about what it's like to be in the messy middle of life. not the before, not the after, but the in-between. the space we rarely talk about. right now for me, that looks like being sick (again), grieving the two-year anniversary of my brother's passing, and sitting with everything that comes along with it. the middle is where we live, where we learn, suffer, grow, and sometimes just try t...

What if your life isn't something to fix, but something to tend to, like a garden? In this episode of the a life differently podcast, returning guest Jameer Hart (he/they) introduces us to the practice of spiritual gardening, a soulful approach to personal growth and spiritual coaching. You'll learn how to plant seeds of intention, move with devotion instead of discipline, and embrace life's natur...

If you've been wondering how to find your joy when life feels hard (or just like plain trash), I get it. I've been there. In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shifts, practical steps, and small daily actions that helped me hold onto joy in the middle of chaos. You'll learn why joy isn't something you wait to "find" when things get better, how it can exist alongside pain and stress, and how to...

Anxiety doesn't wait for a "good time," so today I'm sharing one of my favorite tools to ease it quickly: EFT tapping for anxiety . In this episode of  a life differently , I walk you through the 9 tapping points, share the cultural roots of EFT, and guide you through a simple round you can do at home, plus a discreet version for public spaces. You'll leave with a practice you can use anytime you...

We're back, baby! Season 2 of  a life differently officially kicks off next week and in this quick update, I'm giving you a sneak peek at what's coming your way: more solo episodes, deeper mindset and manifestation talk, a full October series on spooky sh*t, and a few shifts to keep things feeling aligned and expansive. In the meantime, check out  The Free Genies Project hosted by Coach Nane now s...

what if it's not too late for the life and the things you really want? in this soul-expanding episode, I sit down with Shirin Eskandani, founder of Wholehearted Coaching and the Wholehearted Life Coaching Certification, to talk about becoming a mom at 40, redefining success, and building a trauma-informed, decolonized coaching practice rooted in equity, integrity, and heart. shirin shares what it...

how do you move forward when motherhood begins with loss? (quick note: this episode includes honest conversation around miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. if that feels too heavy today, honor what you need. the episode will be here when you're ready) this week's conversation on motherhood, differently is with Brittany Jones —registered dietitian, business owner, and mother of one child on e...

It's my birthday episode, and surprise — I'm crying on the mic. (We love consistency.) This week, I sat down to reflect on turning 36 and ended up sharing one of the most raw, unfiltered episodes I've ever recorded. I talk about the emotional breakdown that took me out, the four-day cry I didn't see coming, and the weird metaphor that floated into my brain mid-spiral: why are the dishes in the dry...

How does infertility shape your identity? How about as a Black woman? In this close-to-home interview on motherhood differently, I sit down with my cousin Porsha Glover to have a powerful conversation about IVF, infertility, and what it means to become a mother as a Black woman navigating infertility. Porsha opens up about learning about possible infertility at a young age, her journey through IVF...

What if burnout isn't just exhaustion, but a disconnection from your power? Empowerment Coach Cass Cruz unpacks the deeper roots of burnout, identity, and what it means to live in alignment with who you really are. Founder of Nova Coaching, Cass shares how her own experience with corporate burnout and depression led her to leave a high-level marketing career and step into her purpose: helping othe...

What if your voice isn't just meant to be heard, but also honored? And what if sharing your story could be the exact thing that changes your life and someone else's? In this powerful, laughter-fueled episode, I sit down with Bethany Hawkins, a seasoned entrepreneur, podcast producer, and founder of the award-winning podcast production company Crackers In Soup, to explore what it really means to us...

What if pleasure was more than a luxury and shadow work was the portal to reclaiming it? This week, I'm joined by Latoya Dixon Smith (she/her)—boudoir photographer, embodiment coach, and founder of Greenville Boudoir and One Union Studios—to explore how shadow work, nervous system healing, and sensual embodiment can radically transform how we live, love, and lead. We unpack the ways control, burno...

Warning: This one's a little vent-y, a little cursy, and a whole lotta honest. In this Let's Talk About It episode, I get real about what "keeping the peace" actually costs—especially in family dynamics where silence is expected and boundaries are nonexistent. I'm telling the story of a recent family incident that shook me, plus unpacking the emotional aftermath and how often we betray ourselves j...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right and still swimming upstream? Like no matter how hard you try, life just won't flow? In this episode, I sit down with Seer and Creative Consultant Jameer Hart (he/they) to help you understand why that might be happening—and how your Human Design chart may hold the key to moving through life with more ease, clarity, and alignment. We break down what Human...

How can you align with the energy of spring without falling back into hustle mode? Let's explore the natural transition from winter to spring and why seasonal shifts matter for your mindset and well-being. Learn why growth requires stillness first and how resting through winter creates the foundation for renewal. I'm sharing insights on seasonal cycles, cultural spring traditions like Norooz and H...