And She Rises with Grit & Gratitude- Rise above your past and transform into the woman you are destined to become

This may be one of the most vulenerable episdoes I've ever recorded and unlike any other episode you will find her. If you are wanting to show up as who you are right now and the woman you are desiring to be but your past keeps trying to hold you back, or you're worried about what people who "knew you when" might think, this episode is for you. You're not alone in this, an...

Keeping up with the holiday theme of giving gifts, I wanted to chat today about this concept of giving flowers to those who mean the most to you while they are still here. Often times, we only think of the impact people have had on our lives after they are no longer here with us. So I want to challenge to share that impact with them now while they are still here to hear it! ///////////////////////...

What does the month of December, gift giving, self confidence and Olivia Pope all have in common? You'll have to tune in to find out! Mentioned in the show:   Jerakah's book on Amazon: 20 Gifts of Gratitude: A Guide to Gratefulness      Interview: Interview on the Start Scared Podcast with Chrysty Lockhart Join the waiting list and be the first to know when the new book comes out (get a...

Today's Pep Talk is coming in HOOOOOT.  It's the time of year where so many people throw in the towel claiming they will get back on track in the New Year. Maybe you do this. But today, I want to challenge you to dig deep and think about who you want to be and how you want to feel one year from now?  Are you making excuses, or reasons to invest in yourself?  Tune in to have a fire lit un...

How is it Thanksgiving Day (in the US) already?  There is a shift upon us friend. Perhaps you can hear it in my voice.  Looking to heal your sisterhood wounds? Craving connection and female friendships? I invite you to join us inside The CULTIVATE Collective , the membership for women who are ready to rise out of the ashes of her past and fully embody the woman she is destined to be. If You'r...

It's been one week since being off of social media and the amount of clarity I have had has been absolutely mind blowing! I can't wait to share it all with you. I still don't know how long I am going to be off of social, but in this episode I am sharing some of the powerful shifts I've had and the future I see for this community here.  Tune in, Girl, because we are just getting...

Yes, you read that right. I have stepped away from social media. For how long? I have no idea. But what I do know is that I have not been fully present in my life and business and the reality of that is that I needed to get rid of distractions. And social media, is a distraction.  In today's episode, I talk about what led me to this decision as well as my intention during this time away.  I&a...

This morning I was going through it. Questioning everything. My business, this podcast, if any of it even matters. I found myself spiraling into the abyss of not being good enough, not making an impact, not knowing if I should keep going.  Limiting beliefs are sneaky and no matter how successful you become, you will always have a moment when you come face to face with these limiting beliefs. But w...

In today's episode I am out on a Hot Mom Gratitude Walk (if you don't follow me on Instagram, you have NO IDEA what I am talking about) and this concept of trusting your gut kept coming to mind. I don't usually record episodes while I am out on a walk, so pardon the noise (miscellaneous car, tractor, etc) but I felt really led to share this message in real time.  If you are struggli...

Today's coffee chat is with my friend and Youtube Guru Meredith Marsh. In our conversation Meredith talks candidly about overcoming a small town mindset and building a wildly successful job on the internet as a content creator. Tune in to hear about how Meredith overcame the fear of someone in the grocery store recognizing her and the mindset needed to withstand internet trolls. Meredith Mars...

In today's episode, my friend Stacy shares with us how to overcome self sabotage, the mindset shifts and healing needed coming out of a toxic relationship and so much more. You can connect with Stacy on Instagram or by joining her Facebook Community and listening to her podcast She Wakes Up. Today's episode is brought you by Seneca Sunrise Coffee , an artisan coffee roaster based in the...

In today's PEP TALK, we are discussing time. We only have so much of it, right? The only way to make the most of the time you have, i s to make the most of the time you have.  Tune into to hear the tangible action steps you can start today to get a better handle of your time. For the 4-D PDF click here . ////////////////////////////////////////////////// Join the Pump-Up Text Squad by sending...

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, my dear friend Destinae Nacin joins me today to share her story of battling breast cancer while teaching kindergarten and being a newlywed. Step Sisters:   The Organization that Destinae is involved in and helped her during her journey Sponsor Chemo Bags: An Amazon wishlist for the organization to create and distribute Today's episode is brought you...

When you are exhausted, run-down, stressed out, anxious and sleep-deprived from putting yourself last… how well are you serving your family, work,  or relationships? Probably not very well. In today's episode, we talk about pouring into ourselves first and prioritizing US before anyone else. Sounds a bit selfish right? Tune in to hear why this isn't selfish at all. Today's episode i...

"Expectation is the mother of all frustration." - Antonio Banderas A huge cause of frustration in our lives is simply unrealistic, unmet, or unclear expectations. That’s why properly managing expectations matters so much. In today's episode we talk about the expectations we place on ourselves and the expectations we place on others, and the expectations that others have of us. We al...

Trigger Warning: Talks of Self Harm, Depression, Suicide In today's episode, I am joined by my dear friends Brooke & Beth Habberfield. They are identical twins who are both licensed professionals and chat today about mental health awareness, ending the stigma surrounding mental health, suicide awareness and how they got into the field of social work. Brooke and Beth share their perspectiv...

Fall is Harvest time here in Upstate New York. Here we are equal parts farming and wine country. This season of winning/harvesting/reaping what was sown really got me thinking about the seasons of life.  One year ago today, on October 6, 2021, I planted a seed that I had no idea if it would produce fruit and I talk about the journey of that one decision and how it has changed the trajectory of my...

Fall is officially upon us. And with the changing of the leaves and the weather comes something else. The holidays are coming! And no matter how you feel about it, the hustle and bustle and busyness of the holiday season will be here before you know it. So, the question is, are you ready for it?  If you’re anxious about the stress and chaos of the holidays and how it impacts your physical, mental,...

EPISODE 100 !!!! Cue the Champagne (and the tears)! I am so excited for this episode! First of all, thank you for listening to 100 episodes of this show. There are no words to describe the emotions surrounding this episode, but know that I am incredibly grateful. Grateful for you making this show a part of YOUR life. Grateful for you sharing this show with other women who are important to you. I a...

Today's pep talk is the LAST one in the double digits! In this episode, Jerakah shares a reflection of the podcast journey and real time examples of how consistency can open doors of opportunity that you didn't even know existed! Tune in to hear how consistency can change the trajectory of your life. ///////////////////////////////////////////////////// This episode is sponsored by Organ...

Happy Fall! Today is the first official day of Fall and naturally, a time where I am thinking about how I want to show up and end the year (can you even believe that we are approaching the last 90 days of 2022?). In this episode, I am sharing 4 tips that you do in order to reset for Fall and end the year strong. //////////////////////////////////////////////////// Today's episode is brought t...

Whew! This Pep Talk is coming in hot! There's lots of juicy stuff here because you know me, I get fired up and I can't stop! You are the CEO of your life, but are you living as the CEO? Have you given your power and authority to someone else? In this episode we are talking about creating and taking CEO days and also handing our own business like a true BOSS. This episode is for you, no m...

If you're ready to trade in survival mode for a peaceful lifestyle, this episode is for you. We talk old-school courtships, Bridgerton & More! We're closing in on 100 episodes and if you want to enter the giveaway, make sure you follow the steps outlined in the episode for the screenshot challenge! ////////////////////////////////////////////////////// This episode is sponsored by Or...

In today's Pep Talk, I am challenging you with the question: What are you willing to let go of in order to make room for what you desire? Is it a past relationship? Is it an emotion? Is it an apology you never received? Tune in to hear more. ////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Are you ready to LEVEL UP ? If you are in need of support on your growth journey, The...

This episode is sharing my thoughts in real time about grief sneaking up on you when you least expect it and how bittersweet today is for me. Listen to be encouraged about navigating the waters of grief and gratitude. This episode is sponsored by Organifi . Use code JERAKAH at checkout to save on all of their products. My go-to’s are: Green juice, Harmony & Pure. You can learn more here Are yo...