Words with Me Podcast

Welcome to 2025! This is the first episode of the new year and I am excited to reflect on 2024 and prep for the year ahead. In this episode I also get into goal setting and how to make sure our goals are realistic and specific. Resources Mentioned: The Year Compass Let's Get it Done Worksheet At the time of this episode there are wildfires spreading throughout Los Angeles. Many have lost their hom...

How to Die Alone is a new show created by Natasha Rothwell that is now streaming on Hulu . It follows Mel on her journey to finding confidence in herself and discovering who she truly wants to be. It's a great binge watch that is full of lessons for anyone trying to become the highest version of themself. It's also the most recent thing I haven't been able to stop yapping about. In this episode I...

We tend to be our own worst enemy and sometimes setting unrealistic expectations is the way we get there. Let's chat about overachieving and how to be more present. This podcast episode was inspired by a YouTube video that was previously posted on my second channel. You can see the full video here: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/Wxj3hg9hU1Y?si=X4J-RaQPgW-kcXxr⁠⁠ Here's a great podcast episode from the...

This is a very special twin edition of the podcast. Kristen Bush is an Engineer/Scientist II at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). She is passionate about helping disadvantaged communities and improving the energy infrastructure for all. She's also my twin sister and best friend! This episode touches on our relationship as twins and discusses some of the highs and lows we've exp...

In this episode of the podcast, I discuss failure and what it truly means to fail. I also provide tips and tricks for reframing failure. Failure does not define us, but it's up to us to find the strength to try again. Articles on Cognitive Reframing: "How Cognitive Reframing Works" - Very Well Mind, Amy Morin, LCSW "What is Cognitive Reframing?" - Better Help Related Episod...

Let's talk about finding ourselves! We all have a desire to belong and to be seen by the right people. We have to be careful to not find our value and worth only in what other people can do for us or say about us. Self-discovery is a lifelong journey and it's okay if there are some bumps in the road. In this episode I also talk about: Netflix and "America's Sweethearts" Withs...

This episode is a dose of tough love from me to me, but it is a great opportunity to get real and ask ourselves how are we stopping our own growth and discovery by waiting on other people. In this episode I also talk about: My trip to Mexico Navigating uncertainty Trying new things Agency ------------------------------ The Words with Me Podcast is a space for thought and curiosity. It’s the missio...

In this episode I chat about my experience with EMDR therapy! I've been in EMDR therapy for months now and it has been such a unique experience. In this episode I also talk about: Misconceptions around therapy Understanding anxiety The mind-body connection Destigmatizing trauma Related Episode: "5. Starting Your Healing Journey, What to Expect, and Lessons Learned from Therapy" The f...

In this episode I have a good chat about what it means to come into alignment and how alignment can look different for all of us. Finding alignment is something that doesn't require us to overwork, but how can we get there? Let's talk about it. Related Episode: "10. Living in Fear, Limited Beliefs, and Stepping Out on Faith" How to Stop Overachieving (YouTube video from my person...

In this episode, I dive into what our desire for recognition means and how we can learn to appreciate our own value and authenticity for ourselves. Amanda Seales has been a topic of conversation following the release of this Essence Magazine article: "Op-Ed: It's Time to Admit That Being Liked is More Important Than Being Good at Your Job" I also discuss: Respectability politics Validation in cont...

This episode is coming straight off of a work trip! I was in Louisiana for the week and didn't actually bring any of my equipment with me. Since I am working on disciplining myself, and sticking to my biweekly podcasting schedule, I recorded this episode to talk about Overachieving Learning how to prioritize the commitments in our lives Navigating and responding to burnout and Comparing oursel...

In this episode I get a little introspective about some recent wins and losses. It's important to understand that just because the wins come it doesn't the losses can't and won't follow. I also get into Leaning into your softer side Finding safe spaces, and Being honest about your weaknesses I was also featured on some really cool podcasts and radio shows! Blerd Out Movement Podcas...

Life is about appreciating the journey and not getting caught up on the destination. Recently, I've been reflecting on how I've grown complacent with aspects of my life, my goals, and my professional career. In this episode I get into: Trusting the timing and calling over your life Getting comfortable with disappointing others Lessons from Victoria Monet's Grammy wins Understanding God's best vers...

I wanted to take time to talk about my experience with grief and some of the revelations I've had since then. This was something that wasn't completely unexpected, but it was still sudden. I was able to spend time with loved ones and be reminded of the things that truly matter in my life. In this episode I also talk about what it means to truly surrender, dealing with uncertainty, and getting comf...

If you haven't seen the interview with Johnathan Owens, you are in luck! I watched it so you don't have to and you already know I have thoughts. Jonathan Owens, who is Simone Biles’ husband, was interviewed on the Pivot Podcast, which focuses mainly on interviewing current and former football players to learn about their life lessons and experiences. He said a few things about his experience of me...

Today's episode is a very special collaboration with Faith Clay! Faith is an author, poet, social media manager, podcaster, and a soon to be lifestyle coach to name a few. She is the host of Arlandria Speaks and her podcast is all about dropping the veil and unlocking all the parts of yourself that you are afraid of, changing your perspective on yourself and your life, and building a foundatio...

Now this wouldn't be the Words with Me Podcast if we didn't make time for a little pop culture moment! Of all the things I've done since the previous episode of this podcast, having seen Beyonce, in the flesh, twice, has to be the biggest highlight ever. I owe it to myself to take a moment to stan but to also get into some life lessons and takeaways from my Renaissance experience. Tune...

Who's ready for a midyear update! This is mostly a brain dump so prepare for some serious reflections. We made it just in time for the middle of the year. I can say for myself that I've been having a great time, but I am definitely noticing a shift within myself. I know that I have plenty of things I would like to experience and I also know that I need to make room for growth, peace and co...

Guess what? This is the very first interview episode for the Words with Me Podcast! I was so excited to have a transparent conversation and learn a bit more about pivoting, dealing with the unexpected, and how to trust your intuition and decision-making. In this episode, we are talking to Kayla Garrett of Planting Assets. Kayla Garrett helps individuals build consistent healthy habits through clea...

If you didn't already know, I do love some good reality T.V. and in this episode we are (mostly) talking about Love is Blind. If you've watched Season 4 I think all I have to say is Zack, Irina, and Bliss and you will know exactly what I'm talking about today... Reality T.V. is entertaining, but it also inadvertently becomes a weird sort of case study. Plenty of shows call authenticity...

In Episode 13 of the podcast we have a little catch up, get into owning our journeys, and get real about what it means to be closer to thirty than twenty. Let's get a little uncomfortable shall we?   It's now 2023 and your resident recovering perfectionist has entered the LATE TWENTIES. While a part of that freaks me out (I mean I am pretty close to 30 now….) I also see the opportunity in it. It's...

*The audio is a little choppy at the beginning and towards the end, but we move!* "Self-doubt occurs when we lack confidence or feel incapable of doing things we need to do. People who doubt about themselves experience uncertainty around things they can’t control or worry about things not going according to plan." We ALLLL deal with doubt in one way or another, but we does it hold us back, so much...

We all get to a point where we may realize we've been the thing that's been holding us back. Being open to life and staying open to our desires may cause us to encounter things that can be challenging, demanding or difficult. Being open can also cause us to see and experience things we've only dreamed of. In this episode of the podcast we get into opening yourself up to your desires, walking in yo...

I can think of so many things I've experienced when it comes to my own healing journey and mental health. I know that there is one constant I can think of... fear! We all know what fear feels like, but what exactly is fear? According to the Oxford Dictionary, fear is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. We experience...

When it comes to change it can be a struggle motivating ourselves to change and to do what we can to sustain that change. I know for myself change can be scary and that fear can keep us from outgrowing old versions of ourselves. In this episode of the podcast I get into Learning to celebrate yourself Overcoming old patterns, habits and beliefs Getting older and changing as a person We have to star...