Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Lady! Welcome to 2024. This week Terri and Dr. Dom are coming in hot because in 2024 we don’t have time to waste playing small. Has people pleasing plagued you throughout your life? If so, this episode is for you. Dr. Dom and Terri break down all of the ways that breaking away from people pleasing by learning to tune into your true self-perception and self-concept will grant you freedom and allow...

Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri do what we hope you are doing as well – take stock of all of the amazing accomplishments that you made happen in 2023! The path forward to a life that lights you up is filled with grace, self-compassion, and real self-acceptance. How do you get there? By talking your ish, girl! The work isn’t always hard and recognizing when you’ve done the damn thing is as im...

Hey lady! Are you taking stock of your year and deciding it’s time for big changes? Well, this week Dr. Dom and Terri offer an episode packed full of impactful information to make your next career move your best move! There are a lot of gems in the episode so grab your Cultivating H.E.R. Space notebook and take notes. Benjamin Franklin famously said “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail”...

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom tackle the sometimes-tricky subject of partnering while out earning their significant other. Typically, in heteronormative relationships, there are assigned gender roles by which each cis-gendered sex operates and sometimes defines their worth. But, what if those roles reverse? What if suddenly the woman is now the breadwinner, how does such a dynamic impact t...

Hey lady! The holiday season is upon us and as you know this season can bring a wide range of emotions. Some of us are excitedly preparing to gather with our loved ones for times of good cheer. Some of us are grappling with the realities and nuances that grief brings when the people we love are no longer here. Some of us are lonely and this season is a glaring reminder of the community – or lack t...

Hey lady! During this season of renewal, you may be taking a look at all of the people and things that are in your life. Do they fill you with joy or do they bring a sense of dread? These are a couple of the questions you can ask yourself as you take stock of your life and reflect on what the year has brought. One important area to assess is your relationship. Does it leave you feeling inspired an...

Lady! It’s the holiday season and it seems that the world is beginning to slow down and begin the restoration and hibernation process. But if you’re a caregiver you know that your job never really stops. In fact, caregiving is often an around-the-clock job that can be overwhelming – especially if it is a sudden change and you have little to no support. Dr. Dom and Terri understand and empathize wi...

Hey lady! It’s the end of the year and it’s a great time to reflect and restore as we head into hibernation season. How are you feeling about this year? Are there changes that need to be made? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom discuss what it looks like when it’s time to change your job. Dr. Dom and Terri share some of their personal experiences that brought big revelations about how to navigate their...

Hey lady! Is life getting you down? It’s ok if it is. There is so much going on in the world, but the truth is your happiness and joy is your responsibility. The good news is that you can take easy steps every day to cultivate a life that feels a little lighter, at least according to Grace Harry, music industry luminary and author of Joy Strategist , a book about the why's and how's of creating a...

Lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom sit with Lid’ya C. Rivera, the author of I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots and founder of the Confidence BuildHER Academy, to discuss her journey with vitiligo and learning to love all of her uniqueness. Lid’ya has years of experience building her confidence and created a platform where she can share the nuggets of wisdom she’s gleaned along the way with wome...

Hey lady! Are you gearing up for a cozy Fall? Looking for some luxurious products to indulge in as you slow down for some reflection and hibernation? Well, then this episode is for you! Denise Gilmore McPherson and Kala Garner, founders of The Betterness Box, join Terri and Dr. Dom for some fun girl talk about what it really looks like to take care of yourself, especially when pouring into others....

Lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Dr. Wendi S. Williams, psychologist, advocate, educator, and author of Black Women at Work: On Refusal and Recovery , to discuss the real issues that impact Black women in the workplace. Dr. Wendi explores all of the socio-economic, cultural, race, and gender issues that Black women face in the workplace and discusses how they manifest in the day-to-day of...

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom bare it all and talk about the real deal when it comes to making decisions surrounding surgery. Both women have had significant surgeries and their decisions to undergo them were not made lightly. In fact, they spent a lot of time researching so they could make informed decisions for themselves, and they have a goldmine of tips they’re excited to share with yo...

Hey lady! Can you believe that the fourth quarter of the year is already here? We’re right at the point where it’s time to slow down and get cozy as you prepare to hibernate for the winter. It’s also a great time to take stock of how the year has gone and put thought into what you want 2024 to look like. Dr. Dom and Terri offer some tips on how to do impactful self-reflection that will have you ta...

Hey lady! When it comes to your love life is it giving Love Jones or is it more like Never Been Kissed? Either way, hopefully by now you’ve found a way to laugh at yourself a little as you navigate through it. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Sadia Azmat, comedian and author of Sex Bomb , to come and discuss how the highs and lows she’s experienced in dating have given her a wealth of informat...

Hey lady! Are you in need of some excitement and adventure? Has the travel bug bit you and you’ve decided that you’re not going to wait on anyone to go explore? Are you itching from wanderlust? Well, then you’re in luck because this week Dr. Dom and Terri share a little about their world travels and a lot about what they’ve done to optimize their travel experiences. This episode is chock full of t...

Calling all of our corporate ladies navigating the landscape with style and grace! This week Latasha Gillespie, global head of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility for Amazon Studios, Prime Video, MGM, and Freevee, joins Dr. Dom and Terri and tells the real about her journey to leading human resources and DEI at major corporations. Latasha drops game on how to get ahead in the corporate...

Charlamagne Tha God. Wendy Williams. Robin Quivers. The names are familiar, but the stories of their trials and triumphs in the radio industry may not be. Amplify Color reveals the empowering and inspirational stories of individuals who left an undeniable impact on the radio industry despite the challenges and battles they faced. Each week, we chronicle the history of Black radio through the story...

Hey lady! Kick off your shoes and relax your feet because this week Dr. Dom and Terri have some girl talk and chit chat with Tamika Scott, one-fourth of the legendary 90s R&B girl group Xscape and star of upcoming holiday film Christmas Ringer , to dish on all of the latest happenings in her life. She gives the deets on life after The Great Xscape tour, how she’s dealing with the fallout with...

Hey lady! This week, Dr. Dom and Terri take a breather and talk about the things that are giving them life! We all know that the demands on our respective time seem to mount daily and it can be hard to catch your breath, which is why this week’s episode is all about the ways you can be intentional about cultivating moments of joy, peace, and harmony into your day. Life will zoom by if filled with...

Lady, now you know we’re all about keeping it real, which is why we’re excited for this week’s episode. Gerald Garth, Executive Director of The Arming Minorities Against Addiction & Disease (AMAAD) Institute and President of LA Pride, joins Terri and Dr. Dom for an enlightening conversation about the abundance that comes with living audaciously and authentically as yourself. Gerald shares how...

Hey lady! Are you ready for a powerful episode? This week Dr. Dom and Terri have a real conversation with Lanelle P. Laws, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and owner of Heal(thy) Self Wellness Services, about her work with families living through addiction and incarceration. Lanelle shares her truly inspiring story and discusses the importance of self-respect, self-love, self-belief, and...

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom sit down with LaShawnda McLaurin, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and owner of McLaurin Mental Wellness, for a powerful episode on the importance of skills building and resilience. Life is always going to be your best teacher, but you don’t have to learn all your lessons the hard way. If you’ve experienced significant trauma or if you’re tired of wal...

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom have one question for you: what about your friends? We know TLC asked you years ago but really ask yourself…when it comes to your close personal friendships, how are you doing? Dr. Dom and Terri have a heart-to-heart about what it means to be a good friend and the different scenarios that can pop up to test the foundation of your friendships. Tune in and find...

Hey lady, it’s Friday! You made it. We have a question for you though…are you coasting into the weekend or are you running headfirst to your bed? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Kelley Bonner, host of the Black Girl Burnout podcast, to discuss a topic we’re sure will resonate with many of you. Kelley drops in and defines burnout and offers tangible tools for you to incorporate into your day t...