Living My Truth With Shonnie

Sometimes healing doesn’t look like becoming someone completely new. Sometimes it looks like looking at who you used to be and finally admitting, “I’ve outgrown this.” In this episode of Shonnie Speaks , I’m getting honest about the versions of myself I had to outgrow, the things I once reached for when I was hurting, and what it means to stop carrying habits, mindsets, and identities that no long...

In this episode of Shonnie Speaks, you’re getting a life update. You’ll learn where I’ve been and why I took such a long break. There will be mentions on suicide and self harm. It’s real, it’s raw, it’s emotional, it’s transparent, it’s me. Welcome to Shonnie Speaks.

In today’s episode of Living My Truth With Shonnie, I’m getting real about something I still struggle with—apologizing for being me. Not because I’m ashamed of who I am—I’ve grown way past that stage. But because sometimes my energy, my voice, my presence feels too big for spaces and people who were never meant to hold me. And maybe you’ve felt that too. Maybe you’ve caught yourself shrinking, ton...

In this episode, I’m not speaking from the mountaintop—I’m speaking from the middle. The quiet space between healing and stepping into something new. Where Fear Ends, I Begin is me sharing the real, unfiltered truth about what it feels like to finally reach a place of peace… and still feel fear trying to pull up a seat. I’ve done the work. I’ve faced the past. I’ve broken ties and let go of who I...

This week, I’m facing something I thought I was fully healed from. But triggers have a way of showing up uninvited—loud, heavy, and relentless. In this episode, I’m taking you with me as I unpack the weight of returning home, the emotions that come with it, and the reality of healing while still fighting through the echoes of what I survived. This one is longer, heavier, and more vulnerable than e...

In this episode, we’re getting real about comfort—the sneaky trap that keeps us stuck, stagnant, and settling for less than what God has for us. We’ll talk about how comfort disguises itself as peace when it’s really a prison, why overthinking is keeping you from your breakthrough, and how faith requires movement, not just belief. If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” to step into what God...

Hey my loves! Welcome back to Living My Truth with Shonnie. I know it’s been a minute, but I’m back and ready to dive deep into some real conversations. In this episode, we’re talking about something that hits home for so many of us—distractions, comparison, and learning to trust God’s timing. Inspired by Pastor Mike Todd’s Dating Distractions series, I’m getting transparent about how easy it is t...

What do you do when life doesn’t turn out the way you planned? When the relationship you invested in crumbles, the dream you’ve been working toward falls apart, or you find yourself stuck in a cycle of hurt and disappointment? In this heartfelt episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, I open up about my own recent breakdown and the moment God reminded me that it’s time to reset. I share what it me...

Episode Description: Love Bombed into Loving a Narcissist – A Journey from Illusion to Reality In this raw and deeply personal episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, I share my journey of being love-bombed into a toxic relationship with a narcissist. From the perfect beginning filled with promises and affection to the manipulation, betrayal, and emotional abuse that followed, this is a story of...

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Living My Truth, Shonnie delves into the power of God’s unwavering love, even when the world—and sometimes our own hearts—turns away. Using inspiration from The Lion King, Shonnie reflects on what it would mean if God turned His back on us as we often do to Him during hard times. This episode explores why we drift, how the enemy uses distraction, isolat...

Podcast Episode Description: Stop Chasing Men – Trusting God’s Plan for Your Heart In this episode of Living My Truth, I’m getting real with y’all about something we’ve all been through at some point—chasing men. Whether it’s their attention, approval, or trying to force something that isn’t God’s plan, we’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: we’re not designed to chase anyone. God has somethi...

In this episode of Living My Truth, I’m diving into one of the most difficult but powerful aspects of faith—trusting God when everything in your life is falling apart. We’re talking about having faith like Job—the kind that doesn’t waver even when life feels unbearable. I share Job’s story, from his immense suffering to his unwavering faith, and connect it to my own 18-year battle with depression....

In this episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, we dive deep into the often challenging but necessary season of waiting on God. If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated, questioning why things aren’t happening on your timeline, this conversation is for you. Shonnie shares personal stories, powerful scripture, and practical steps to help you wait with purpose, not frustration. Learn why God’s timi...

In this heartfelt episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, I share my powerful story of childhood sexual abuse, the long-lasting impact on my mental health, and my 18-year battle with depression. I discuss the shame, self-blame, and anger I carried, and how these emotions affected my relationships, parenting, and faith. I open up about the challenges of seeking help in a community where mental hea...