Shifting Perspectives

In this Solo Snippets edition of Shifting Perspectives , Yolande dives into an important topic during Dyslexia Awareness Month. She sheds light on what dyslexia is, the common signs, and how parents and teachers can support children who may be struggling with reading, writing, and spelling. Yolande shares practical strategies for both parents and educators, focusing on how to foster a supportive e...

For this week's episode we have a special treat. Yolande was recently featured on "Pushing Your P's" podcast, with Leo Lightbourne, aka L.T. Bourne. "Pushing Your P's" podcast explores the elements of happiness and fulfilment inspired by his latest book, "haPPy: The P's to Push to a Happier Life." In this episode Yolande and Leo discuss partnership...

May was mental health awareness month and this episode is all about the mental well-being of moms. Yolande and Latasha share some of their personal experiences and insights as they reflect on the mental load associated with their childrearing years. New moms will relate and older moms will remember, but moms everywhere will be able to hang on to a takeaway from the five pointers capping off this e...

Have you wondered whether your child or loved one is struggling with a learning difference or disability? Natasha Gray joins Yolande for a conversation about the importance of psychoeducational testing. Natasha addresses some of the myths and concerns that parents and caregivers often have, and sheds light on the multiple advantages of having assessments done.  Listeners will learn about how dysle...

Latasha and Yolande take a look at the impact that microaggressions have on us, in the workplace, and even in our schools. If you don't know think you know anything about microaggressions, or even what it means, you'd be surprised by what you learn in this episode, because all of us have been on the receiving (or perhaps the giving) end of microaggressions. Learn what they are, how they...

It's Autism Awareness Month, and on this episode of Shifting Perspectives, we are taking a stroll back through time with Melisha Williams, the mother of a brilliant and autistic teenage son.  Melisha opens up on her journey - the questions, the fears, and the faith. What emerges is a heartfelt story of hope and overcoming, which is what we wish for every family impacted by autism.   Melisha i...

March isn't over yet! Yolande and Latasha end this month with an episode dedicated to inclusion, the theme of this years' International Women’s Day. While looking at inclusion, this episode of Shifting Perspectives also explores ideas around diversity, equality and women elevating other women through sponsorship.  Creating an inclusive environment is the end goal. Together we can grow mo...

We all go through it - times when we just can't get tasks finished despite the fact that "nothing" is in our way. Well, nothing except procrastination. Adults, children and teens alike, all battle the inertia brought on by procrastination. Yolande and Latasha touch on topics such as instant gratification and perfectionism along the way to cracking the nut that is procrastination. Th...

Starting the year right is not just for us as parents, it's also a plus for our children. Sara Bookspan is our guest this week and she walks us through her work as a behavior analyst. This episode will show parents how to use the goal setting models and techniques with children so that they can reap present and long term behavioral benefits. Her insights will help listeners to think creativel...

This week we have a special episode to add to the mix! At the end of January, Yolande had the pleasure of sitting down with Maya Saunders, the host of Let’s Move TCI Health Talks, to chat about finding balance. Balance is a topic that comes up often on Shifting Perspectives, and so we decided to share the audio of this interview here. The mission of Let’s Move TCI is to increase Turks and Caicos I...

The winds of change blow strongly at the start of a new year. Yolande and Latasha delve into ways that we can embrace the inevitable - change, and arrive at new and exciting places in 2024. Even if the changes you're facing are not desirable or welcomed, the practices shared here will still help you. Everyone can cultivate a new art, the art of embracing change. Shifting Perspectives is a con...

It's a brand new year! Where do we begin? How about with a vision to get you where you want to go? Beginning with self-exploration, Yolande and Latasha work through a 5-step approach to creating vision for the future. Vision will help you navigate the hard times, the slow times, and the times when you want to give up. Pick up the tools you need in this episode; it's time to look ahead!  ...

This is the seventieth episode of Shifting Perspective, and it's the end of the year! This episode is all about looking back and looking ahead with the right perspective. Every situation looks different once gratitude is in the mix. Gratitude can positively shape the way we approach goals, challenges, work and even leisure. From journaling to meditation, Latasha and Yolande share how they hol...

Whatever your practice is during the holidays, self-care and self-compassion should be a part of it. As the holidays come to a peak, it may feel like the worst possible time to attend to one's self, but this episode will help you to  "do it your way" with lots of flexible ideas that will adapt to just about any lifestyle and schedule. From connecting with the right people, to saying...

The holidays and here and so is the holiday stress! This episode is all about pushing past survival mode and into joyously thriving through the holiday season.  A little preparation goes a long way, and there a many ways to get ready and stay on top of the demands and expectations that come with this time of year. From watching your spending, to knowing when to retreat - you can have a great holid...

Getting your child (or yourself) on the path to better critical thinking skills is simpler than you might think. In this episode Latasha and Yolande deconstruct Bloom's Taxonomy to show how it works, and how all of us can apply it in practical ways, starting today. Whether conquering a school projects or managing workplace dilemmas, being able to creatively tackle problems is the way to stand...

Are you in the career you always dreamed of? In this episode, Yolande and Latasha look back on how their own careers have evolved, while comparing and contrasting two approaches to career development, a ladder approach and a scaffold approach. They look at how the personal changes we experience as we grow and develop, closely impact our career development.  Find out the six  steps we all can apply...

We all know that children need adults to help them acquire language, but how exactly do we do it? This episode explores the 3T's, and other practical strategies that parents and caregivers of children can actively use to stimulate language development. Yolande breaks down the long term effects of delayed language development, and Latasha tackles the concerns that come with being a busy parent...

It's a new season! Latasha Strachan joins Yolande Robinson for the first time as the new co-host of the podcast. This episode is all about the transition in to new beginnings and how to honor your new season, as well as the ones that have past.  Find out what happened to Yolande and Latasha  during the dormant season of the podcast, and how the pandemic opened up new chapters for them both. ...

 For this week's episode, we take a look back at episode 55. Latasha Strachan steps into the 'interviewer' role and Interviews Yolande Robinson. This episode is especially geared towards parents, educators, and anyone looking to shift the success narrative. We discuss the importance of intentionally defining what success looks like in this period. We explore the importance of choosi...

For this week's conversation we take a look back at Episode 46 - Sitting with Uncertainty.  In this episode, which originally aired on May 29, 2021, we discussed the emotions that can come up with uncertainty, how to manage these sometimes heavy and unpleasant emotions and how to draw on your mindset and faith to trust the opportunities and blessings that come out of uncertainty.  Stay tuned...

For this week's conversation I am joined by Latasha Strachan.  Latasha's essence revolves around being a student, a teacher and a coach. She is driven by authenticity and her passion is in spiritual and emotional wholeness in women seeking empowerment. Latasha is not new to Shifting Perspectives and I am always happy to have her back jumping into new topics with me. This week we discuss...

For this week's conversation we are re-launching our first episode together. Stay tuned for new episodes beginning November 18th! ____ For this week's conversation I am joined again by Latasha Strachan. Latasha's essence revolves around being a student, a teacher and a coach. She is driven by authenticity and her passion is in spiritual and emotional wholeness in women seeking empow...

For this week's conversation we are re-launching our first episode together. Stay tuned for new episodes beginning November 18th! ----- I am joined by Latasha Strachan. Although she wears many hats, Latasha's essence revolves around being a 'student-teacher-coach.' She is driven by authenticity and her passion for spiritual and emotional wholeness in women seeking empowerment....

For this week's episode I am joined by Psychotherapist and Speaker, Colleen Blake- Miller. Colleen has been working for more than a decade supporting individuals in achieving health, wellness and personal growth. On this episode we dive into the topic of limiting beliefs. We explore what they are, how they are formed, and how we can tackle them. We also jump into the topic of mindset and how...