Be Well Sis: The Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Maiysha Clairborne joins us to discuss trauma, its effect on the brain, grounding, and healing. She also helps us explore the definition of trauma from a mental and psychological perspective, emphasizing that trauma is not solely about the events themselves, but also about how our bodies respond to those events. This conversation delves into the misconceptions and overuse of t...

In the Charlotte area? Join us on September 29th for  our first LIVE event.   Grab your spot --> Here ! You've heard the news- join us in Cartagena, Colombia in August 2024.  Sign up here!   Stay informed and join our newsletter --> here ! Click here  for more information on our book club. Mentioned in episode: Puzzle with me! Use code BEWELLSIS15 at checkout.  BabyFoot Exfoliating Foot Peel...

Join us as we explore the impact of workplace wellness on our entire lives. From strained relationships to chronic health conditions and even shortened lifespans- toxic work environments play a major role and we don't talk enough about it. Guest Spotlight New Orleans native, Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn is a mental health and wellness expert, author, and speaker whose transformative messages inform, in...

In the Charlotte area? Join us on September 29th for  our first LIVE event.   Grab your spot --> Here ! You've heard the news- join us in Cartagena, Colombia in August 2024. Sign up here!   Feel Good Fridays: a Friday Bonus series that explores various wellness trends, wellness finds, pop culture as it relates to Wellness, or simply my thoughts.    Should we keep this? Engage with us to let us...

Stay informed and join our newsletter --> here ! Click here  for more information on our book club In the Charlotte area? Join us on September 29th for  our first LIVE event.   Grab your spot --> Here ! Guest Feature: In this episode, Cassandre speaks with Ashley Company, the CEO and founder of  Jelani Travels . Ashley shares the story behind Jelani Travels, which started as a nonprofit that...

Stay informed and join our newsletter --> here ! Click here for more information on our book club In the Charlotte area? Join us on September 29th for our first LIVE event.   Grab your spot --> Here !   Guest Feature: Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is the founder/creator of Therapy for Black Girls podcast and community. Her work focuses on making mental health topics more relevant and accessible fo...

Fatherhood, a role that carries immense significance and impact on our lives. Yet, for many, the journey of fatherhood is shaped not only by the present but also by the wounds of the past. Today, we shine a light on a topic that often remains unspoken but affects countless individuals: healing from growing up without a father.  Today's guest is the best father I know- my husband. Join this intimat...

Having conversations about race is uncomfortable. But for progress between individuals (and our communities) to happen, we need to be able to speak openly and honestly. Podcast hosts of The Kinswomen Yseult and Hannah use their own friendship and experiences from different racial backgrounds to offer guidance on navigating these layered conversations. Buy Real Friends Talk About Race: Bridging the...

Nearly a quarter of Black women between 18 and 30 have fibroids compared to about 6% of white women, according to some national estimates. By age 35, that number increases to 60%. Black women are also two to three times more likely to have recurring fibroids or suffer from complications. Today's guest is Dr. Candice Nicole. She is an award-winning associate professor of counseling psychology at th...

This conversation is one that I manifested even before I launched Be Well, Sis! Rachel Cargle is a writer, entrepreneur, philanthropic innovator, and founder of The Loveland Foundation, Inc., founded in 2018, which offers free access to mental health care through the Therapy Fund for Black women and girls. Rachel Cargle’s  A RENAISSANCE OF OUR OWN: A Memoir & Manifesto on Reimagining is a cruc...

It's still Mental Health Awareness Month and in honor of that, I'm featuring a cross-over episode with the Black Girl Burnout Podcast hosted by Kelley Bonner. The article mentioned: click here to read !   Easy Ways to Support Be Well,Sis: Join us on Instagram ! Leave us a 5🌟 rating + review  Share an episode with a friend or 2 ;)  Subscribe to our free newsletter Leave us a voice note :) Become a...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and to celebrate, we're featuring a cross-over series with one of my favorite podcasts- Black Girl Burnout. For the next few episodes, I'm in the guest seat, and you'll learn a bit more about my experience with burnout, how burnout impacts you physically, and more. Tune in to the Black Girl Burnout podcast on all streaming platforms!   Be  Well, Sis Partners: A...

Are you living your ideal life? This week's episode features author, artist, and activist, Junauda Petrus- Nasah. As we discuss her latest book- CAN WE PLEASE GIVE THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO THE GRANDMOTHERS? ,  we delve into what it means to reimagine a better, more positive future. Based on her viral poem after the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri in 2014, Petrus inspires readers to...

In honor of Stress Awareness Month, we're discussing all things stress management. Join us as we explore coping with stressors, the importance of (and the difference between) self-care and aftercare, and practical tips for implementing these strategies into your daily life. We'll also talk about the consequences of poor stress management and the benefits of building resilience. Tune in to learn ho...

When we're emotionally well, we tend to have better relationships, better work performance, and better physical health. We're more resilient to stress, and we can handle difficult situations with greater ease .  G uest Spotlight: Ashley Williams is the founder and Chief Happiness Officer of Clymb , an emotional wellness software for school-age children. She is the 2022 Culture Builder of the Year...

ADHD is not a male disorder, but men and boys are diagnosed far more commonly than women and girls. Let's talk about it.    Articles about ADHD in women: Why ADHD in Women is Routinely Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, and Treated Inadequately ADHD in Women    Guest Feature: Taylor turned being bad at self-care—and being firmly convinced of every human’s potential—into a career. She’s the founder of media...

If we're lucky, aging is inevitable- let's do it with grace.  Guest Feature: Lana Kerr   is the CEO of  Lumisque Skincare,  home of CO2LiftV Carboxy Gel, the first and only natural and non-invasive method for skin regeneration that uses carbon dioxide to hydrate and re-oxygenate the skin, creating hydration and firmness and lift. Her work has revolutionized the way doctors, ranging from dermatolog...

This episode concludes our BHM series and highlights the different types of rest and their importance.  Guest Feature: Tanya Christian is a home expert at CR who reports on sleep staples to help consumers make informed decisions. Where to find Tanya: Website , Instagram , Twitter Be Well, Sis Partners: Athletic Greens – Redeem your offer for 1 year of high-quality Vitamin D + 5 free travel packs  ...

Discover how Women of Color podcasters and audio creators are shaping how we create and consume podcasts. Hosted by WOC Podcasters founder, Danielle Desir Corbett, learn how these powerhouses got started, ways they’ve overcome challenges, seized opportunities, and their best advice for making it in the podcasting industry. Hear from award-winning podcast hosts and producers, app developers, award...

Guest Feature: Jamila Dawson, LMFT is a sex therapist and speaker. She supports Black people and other POC to manage trauma and thrive despite racial battle fatigue. Jamila has been a sex educator since 2005 and has practiced psychotherapy since 2015. She is the founder and owner of the psychotherapy practice Fire & Flow Therapy. She presents clinical trainings grounded in social justice to me...

February is here and it's Black History Month! This year, we're doing things a little differently on the Be Well, Sis podcast. We want to honor our ancestors in a unique way - by taking care of ourselves. We'll be exploring how we can use these qualities to create a life that's more fulfilling and meaningful, not just for ourselves, but for those around us as well. Be sure to tune in every Tuesday...

Variation in depression symptoms could translate to underdiagnosis and missed care- see article here .   **TRIGGER WARNING**: Mentions of SI and other difficult topics    RESOURCES   BLACK MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES 55 MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE OF COLOR  MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR BLACK, INDIGENOUS, AND PEOPLE OF COLOR  Be Well, Sis Partners: Athletic Greens – Redeem your offer for 1 year o...

Happy New Year!!! Join us on Patreon for exclusive episodes and content. Join our group-chat on the Geneva app ! From book discussions to wellness practitioner recommendations, and more- let's help keep each other on track to achieve our goals! Join here !   Guest Feature: Petra Vega (She/Ella) is the Founder and Liberatory Leadership Coach of Create More Possibilities. She is also a Facilitator,...

This episode brings us to the end of the holiday bonus series as well as the end of the year! In this episode, Brittny and I discuss end-of-year rituals and the ways we plan on being better to ourselves next year. Don't forget to follow Brittny on IG as well as to shop RVL Wellness Co . Thanks for an incredible year- looking forward to growing with you in 2023!   See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

BE WELL SIS IS NOW ON PATREON !!!! Become a patron for exclusive bonus content! Patreon.com/bewellsis   Guest Feature Shanita Hubbard has been published in The New York Times, The Huffington Post, The Guardian, Pitchfork, ESSENCE, and a host of other publications. She is also the author of the bestselling book RIDE OR DIE: A Feminist Manifesto for the Well-Being of Black Women.   In this book, she...