Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni

  summary Yali Giovanni reflects on season two of her podcast, sharing insights on healing, growth, and self-discovery. She emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, surrender, and intentional living, while previewing what's coming in season three.  key  topics Mindset shifts and positivity The importance of surrender and trust Self-awareness and emotional recognition Healing from grief an...

 Summary Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. NaNotchka M. Chumley, a seasoned family medicine physician and author, as she shares her journey, challenges, and insights on being a Black woman in medicine. Discover practical advice on advocacy, overcoming systemic hurdles, and carving out space for your authentic self in the healthcare field. Key  topics Challenges faced by Black women in...

 Summary In this insightful interview, Dr. Denise Thinks explores the deep connection between our relationship with food, emotional health, and how it influences our choices in partners and life. Discover how food acts as an emotional partner, the impact of nutrition on health issues like fibroids, and practical steps for mindful eating and healing. Sound bites "Food has become an emotional a...

Summary In this enlightening conversation, Yali Giovanni and guest Sol explore the profound impact of parental influence on personal development. They discuss the importance of emotional availability, the role of male figures in shaping identity, and the significance of presence over material support in parenting. The dialogue emphasizes the need for self-awareness and growth in both parents and c...

Unlock the profound truth about mother-daughter dynamics that most parents overlook — and learn how to truly understand and heal your relationship with your children. When was the last time you truly heard your child's voice? In this heartfelt conversation, Yali Giovani gathers her three daughters to delve into the raw, painful, and unexpectedly beautiful truths of their childhoods, teenage y...

Summary In this enlightening conversation, Yali Giovanni and Sol delve into the concept of the higher self, exploring its significance in personal growth and self-awareness. They discuss the interplay between the higher self and the ego, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges of emotional attachments. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of presence and awareness in daily life, as wel...

Summary Join host Yali Giovanni in an inspiring conversation with Dr. Nanotchka Chumley, a Family Medicine Physician, bestselling author, and breast cancer advocacy coach. Discover insights on holistic health, emotional stress, and empowering women to advocate for their health. Action items Advocate for yourself and find a patient advocate Get your paperwork in order, including advanced directives...

Summary In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Denise Thinx shares her journey from health challenges to discovering the profound impact of diet, especially dairy, on our bodies and minds. Explore the psychology of eating, the truth about milk, and practical steps to reboot your health and consciousness. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Awaken Living and Dr. Denise 02:22 The Journey of Understanding...

Summary In this enlightening conversation, Yali Giovanni and Noah NIC explore the intertwined themes of fatherhood and finance. Noah shares his journey as a new father and financial consultant, emphasizing the importance of teaching values and self-belief to the next generation. They discuss the significance of discipline in financial responsibility and the power of knowledge in overcoming adversi...

Summary In this enlightening conversation, Yali Giovanni and K.C, the Vintage Vegan, explore the profound connection between food, community, and personal well-being. They discuss the importance of slowing down to appreciate the ritual of food consumption, the journey to veganism, and the impact of food choices on health and quality of life. The dialogue emphasizes the need for community support i...

Interview with Sabrina, The Black Spiritual Therapist Summary Join host Yali Giovanni and guest Sabrina, the Black Spiritual Therapist, as they explore the intersection of spirituality and mental health, emphasizing the importance of cultural connection, purpose, and self-awareness in healing and personal growth. Key topics The importance of integrating spirituality into mental health practices Th...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , Yali sits down with Crystal Ducharme , a full-spectrum birth doula, yoga instructor, and single mom, to explore her extraordinary pregnancy journey and how microdosing became part of her path to healing and connection. Crystal opens up about navigating hyperemesis gravidarum, emotional trauma, and single motherhoo...

In this heartfelt episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , Yali sits down with Monique Nubia Sunshine , founder of the Monique Nubia Sunshine Foundation and Soul Harmony Holistic Wellness . Together, they dive into the truth about perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause —a journey many women face but few talk about openly. Monique shares her wisdom as a certified menopause wellness edu...

In this deeply moving episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , Yali sits down with doulas Tammy and Toya to explore the sacred parallels between birth and death, the beginnings and endings that shape our human experience. They share personal stories of motherhood, loss, and healing, offering heartfelt insights on how doulas support families through both life’s arrivals and transitions. Toge...

In this soulful continuation of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , Yali reconnects with returning guests Kassandra “Ajaluna” Carr of Ajaluna Wellness and Kiyona Miah of Kiy2Shanti for Life as Doulas, Part 2 . Together, they share the real, unfiltered side of birth work—the heart, the challenges, and the deep purpose behind serving mothers and families through one of life’s most powerful transiti...

In this heartfelt episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , Yali sits down with fellow doulas Kassandra (Ajaluna) Carr of Ajaluna Wellness and Kiyona Miah of Kiy2Shanti to talk about the beauty, challenges, and sacred purpose of being a doula. Together, they open up about their personal journeys into birth work, how they support mothers and families through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum,...

In this episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , menstrual educator and fertility awareness counselor Eva Garro shares how understanding your menstrual cycle can transform your relationship with your body. She explains the Sympto-Thermal Method , a natural and holistic way to track fertility, balance hormones, and deepen body awareness. Eva also unpacks the difference between a cycle and a...

In this episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , we welcome two powerful guests: Kassandra (Ajaluna) Carr , founder of Ajaluno Wellness, and Prince El , holistic wellness and finance advocate. Together, they share their Abundant Life Blueprint —a framework that blends spirituality, wellness, and financial wisdom to help you move from a mindset of lack to a lifestyle of true abundance. We ex...

In this inspiring episode, Yali Giovanni sits down with Michelle Fletcher , founder of Holistic Wellness Network. From her beginnings as an IT professional to becoming a passionate advocate for clean eating and holistic wellness, Michelle shares how she transitioned her career and life to align with her true passion: health and fitness. Together, Yali and Michelle discuss:  ✨ Michelle’s journey f...

In this episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , we welcome Jen the Rainmaker , a direct descendant of the Chi Chime Mika Dream Warriors and a teacher of the sacred art of dream planting. Jen shares how dreams create our reality and how we can consciously reprogram generational patterns through intentional dreamwork. Together, Yali and Jen explore:  ✨ The meaning of being our ancestors’ fl...

In this episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , we welcome the inspiring Coach Simone Kelly , an intuitive life coach, author, and founder of Own Your Power . With over 18 years of experience guiding people to align with their higher selves, Simone shares her journey from marketing executive to intuitive healer, and the life-changing moments that revealed her calling. Together, Yali and Si...

In this very first episode of Awakened Living with Yali Giovanni , I share the heart of why I created this podcast and how my own awakening began. After losing my mother in 2014, I found healing through meditation, prayer, yoga, Reiki, and learning to truly care for myself. That journey opened me to purpose, presence, and the limitless nature of life. This space is here to inspire you to live inte...