Black Women Healing

Healing, community, and confidence—these are the powerful themes that surfaced in a conversation packed with raw honesty, wisdom, and inspiration. When was the last time you truly reflected on your roots, your relationships, and your own inner strength? If you’re craving a dose of authenticity that encourages you to nurture your community and trust your journey, this episode is your urgent call to...

In this deeply reflective episode of Black Women Healing, Jamie explores the power of perspective, the story we tell ourselves, and the importance of staying rooted in the present. Using the “Chinese farmer” fable, insights from The Power of Now, and a real-life story about a shattered phone on the day of an event, she shows how setbacks can become moments of growth, clarity, and faith. Through pe...

In this episode, Myra and Jamie explore the deep and often unspoken aspects of love, receiving help, and friendship within Black communities. They share personal insights, cultural reflections, and practical advice on how to foster genuine connections and self-awareness.  keywords Black women, love, friendship, self-awareness, cultural roots, healing, vulnerability, relationships, community,...

Takeaways Shifts and changes can be difficult but often lead to growth and new opportunities. Purposeful work requires following through even when it feels uncomfortable. Building community and sisterhood is central to personal and collective healing. Supporting Black women’s health through targeted products is vital. Embracing change involves resting in discomfort and trusting the process.  ...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing For the month of March we will be discussing all things Family. Lean in and heal with us. In today’s world, understanding the dynamics of family relationships is crucial. Many individuals navigate the complexities of their family units, especially regarding absent parents. In this episode, we explore the insights shared by Chaun Lewis-...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing For the month of March we will be discussing all things Family. Lean in and heal with us. In today’s episode, we have a very special guest, our good sis Aisha. We dive deep into the unique dynamics that siblings play in shaping our identities and experiences. We often overlook the significant role our siblings can have as parental figu...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing For the month of March we will be discussing all things Family. Lean in and heal with us. Myra, starts us off for the month in discussing the complexities and emotional weight of being the eldest daughter in a family. She discusses the expectations placed on her, the responsibilities she carries, and how these dynamics shape her identi...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing Happy Black History Month/Year/Life 💐 Enjoy the last episode of our month of Love episodes! In this episode of Black Women Healing, hosts Myra and Donika engage in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. LaNail Plummer, a mental health expert, educator, speaker, and author dedicated to supporting Black women. Dr. Plummer shares insights fro...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing Happy Black History Month/Year/Life 💐 In this episode of Black Women Healing, hosts Myra and Donika welcome Khadijat, founder of Sober Black Girls Club, to discuss themes of sobriety, personal growth, and the importance of community support for Black women. The conversation explores the pressures of societal expectations, the journey...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing Happy Black History Month/Year/Life 💐 This week we had a special guest, Dr. Jennifer, a triple board-certified physician, the conversation emphasizes healing, self-care, and the power of community. The conversation promises to delve into significant topics that resonate with many women today, particularly about understanding and nurtu...

Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing Happy Black History Month/Year/Life 💐 In this episode of Black Women Healing, co-host Donika reflects on the theme of love for the month of February, discussing the importance of self-love, friendship, and community support. She shares personal experiences, including a recent health scare that highlighted the value of having supportive f...

Website:  https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing Pre-Order book "The Cost of Healing in Silence" : https://www.thecostofhealing.com/ In this episode, BWH hosts engage in a heartfelt discussion with the Ashley McGirt-Adair. They discuss the importance of community support, the challenges Black women face in asking for help, and the creation of the Therapy Fund Foundation. The conversati...

BWH Website: https://sites.google.com/view/black-women-healing In the latest episode of Black Women Healing, hosts Myra and Donika engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Karen, a seasoned nurse midwife, an assistant professor, mindfulness coach, and researcher whose work centers on perinatal mental health and health equity. They explore the often-unspoken struggles that Black women fa...

New Website Alert: BWH Website It's just us in this week's episode:) We do some reflections of our 2025 and discuss what we have in store for 2026. You can find more about Donika on her social media www.instagram.com/dbcomforttherapy/ and Myra on her social media ⁠ www.instagram.com/mysensesofself/⁠ and website ⁠www.mysensesofself.com⁠. SUPPORT: "Healing on the Daily" Mugs "Let's Heal" Workbook Yo...

New Website Alert: BWH Website Happy Birthday to our girl Myra:) The renaissance woman herself reflects on life over the last year and she pours into us the importance of Intentional Joy.  You can find more about Myra on her social media ⁠www.instagram.com/mysensesofself/⁠ and website ⁠ www.mysensesofself.com⁠ . SUPPORT: "Healing on the Daily" Mugs "Let's Heal" Workbook YouTube Substack Insta...

In this weeks episode, we are joined by Dr. Jen Fry, a Sports Geographer, tech founder, TEDx speaker, and sought-after speaker and educator. Holidays, birthday, gender reveals, graduations, really any type of celebration, can become stressful for family relationships. Dr. Jen Fry discusses how to deal with conflict with family members. Conflict can be very healthy for any relationship and Dr. Jen...

*Spoiler and Trigger Alert* Make sure to take care of yourself when consuming such media and seek professional help as needed. You can find more about Donika on her social media www.instagram.com/dbcomforttherapy/ . ***Purchase BWH Pod "Healing On The Daily" mugs here: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ blkwmnhealing.bigcartel.com/product/hea…ily-mug⁠⁠⁠⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠ www.youtube.com/@bwh_pod⁠⁠⁠⁠ BWH healing workbook can b...

This week, we have Eric Kellum, an ordained pastor, author, and spoken word artist who uses his gifts to inspire, challenge, and heal through transparency and truth. Eric takes on a much needed topic and discusses the The unfair Objectivity of Black Women by Black Men. What does that mean you may be thinking lol? In short terms, it means seeing women as an object versus a person. But you gotta lis...

Happy December lovely people 🤗 In this last intention of the month Donika shares her experience of taking a solo trip to Charlotte, North Carolina. She gives a few tips for solo travel and an overall reflection of her trip. For this last month of the year, she encourages everyone to do something new. End the year with a bang! You can find more about Donika on her social media www.instagram.com/db...

Black, Christian, & Bipolar are all powerful words in their own right and when together can really get the brain going! We are joined this week by Sarah I. Fox, in a discussion on her experience of being Black, Christian, & Bipolar in today's time. This was such a candid conversation and we hope to continue the discussion. Listen and share with us on our social media platforms your thought...

Sonder & Soul Event with Black Women Healing Podcast ( Open for all people that identify as a Black person) Date: Friday, November 14th Time: 12pm-2pm Location: Sip and Sonder 108 S Market Street, Inglewood, CA RSVP here: https://partiful.com/e/yog3kibTVR7QLa02MHMX?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnsH7YdAKpv0DBb5jnw9WEebTQ0DRMDayGRiUMmDtlEQ1rpJgEE8ioEJJRZs0_aem_9kvHB...

***This episode is sponsored by Love, Peace & Spades. Check out their upcoming event below. *** Love, Blends & Bid Whist hosted by Yazmin Monét Watkins Date Saturday, December 13th Time: 530pm-9pm Location: Sip & Sonder Inglewood RSVP: https://lovepeaceandspades.com *Spoiler and Trigger Alert* Media can be super powerful and it can also be difficult for us to navigate at times. Rather...

Myra wraps up her 3 part grief series with resources to help us all move through our grief journey's. Grief is a forever journey but, know that we are all in it together. You can find more about Myra on her social media ⁠ www.instagram.com/mysensesofself/⁠  and website ⁠ www.mysensesofself.com⁠ . ***Purchase BWH Pod "Healing On The Daily" mugs here: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ blkwmnhealing.bigcartel.com/pro...

***This episode is sponsored by Love, Peace & Spades. Check out their upcoming events!** Love, Blends & Bid Whist hosted by Yazmin Monét Watkins Date Saturday, November 8th & December 13th Time: 530pm-9pm Location: Sip & Sonder Inglewood https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-blends-bid-whist-a-rather-fly-sip-sonder-residency-tickets-1769910673469?aff=erelexpmlt Join Myra in this week's...

In a follow-up discussion to our latest episode, we engage in a conversation about the impact of Fall/Winter on our bodies. Fall/Winter months can be tough times when it comes to healthier eating and movement habits. And it can be a struggle for us all. Listen to this episode as we get vulnerable about loving our bodies through all of the seasons while also doing your best to take care of yourself...