Hella Well With Danielle

Are you tired of carrying the weight of being everything to everyone else? In this episode, we dive into the societal pressures women face, especially Black women, to fulfill multiple roles while attempting to maintain the persona of perfection and strength. From burnout to self-doubt, we discuss how being everything to everyone else can impact one's mental, emotional, and physical well-being and...

Feel like you're on a never-ending treadmill of trying to be perfect? It's time to escape the suffocating grip of perfectionism and make room for imperfection. In this episode, we'll explore the negative effects of perfectionism and provide realistic tips for letting go of the need to be perfect. Imperfection can feel like a dirty word, especially for those of us who were raised to believe that we...

Attention, busy women! Are you looking for ways to take care of yourself but find yourself always reaching for quick-fix solutions that never seem to work? In this episode, we'll explore the dark side of "Treat Yo Self" culture and dive into the world of band-aid self-care practices. I'll share personal experiences and insights on why these temporary solutions may actually do more harm than good....

Are you tired of feeling like you must constantly live up to the "strong Black woman" stereotype? Do you struggle to embrace the full range of your emotions and identities beyond this narrow label? In this episode of Hella Well with Danielle, we explore the harmful effects of this stereotype and discuss practical strategies for Black women to prioritize self-care, build supportive networks, and ce...

It’s important to remind yourself of what brings you joy, as life comes with a complimentary package of obstacles as its bonus. It’s easy to get caught up in fighting the fights and guarding your peace that you forget to bring joy into your life intentionally. This is different than just letting joy and happiness happen to you. Today we're discussing how to create one of my favorite healing tools...

I’m shedding light on three lies and one truth about yoga you might not know. As a yoga teacher, I often am battling myths students believe about practicing yoga. They are some widely spread myths, and some that people don’t know are actually myths. Today, we focus on the three myths and one truth you should know if you’re thinking about adding yoga to your routine or if you already are a yogini....

Spring is a time to take a fresh look at your closet and determine if your clothes align with your current path. It's also a good time to take inventory of your friendships to determine if these relationships are in alignment with the current version of you. Often we hold on to friendships out of loyalty even when we know this person doesn't care or want the best for us. But this isn't the playgro...

At the insertion of being Black and a woman, most likely lies a mentally and physically exhausted human. One that juggles many personas and has gone through some things to survive life at this intersection. A being intimately familiar with racism, sexism, and hella microaggressions as it's become part of one's day-to-day life. A human that has been disrespected, invalidated at work, and negatively...

One of the best advice I received to keep your stress levels down was to 'Let Them Have It." I heard this from Candice Denise on Instagram , who is a pure genius for this simple but effective technique. Warning - it's not what you think, as it doesn't mean going off on people. This advice was so good I needed to share it with you, as I'm no longer constantly activating my sympathetic nervous syste...

Making your vacations a self-care or wellness experience is a major trend in the travel industry. It makes sense if you think about it. Being away from the noise of daily life is a perfect time to pause for some self-love and dive further into your healing journey. But there's a difference between the best destinations for solo travel and the best destinations for self-care travel. Or as I like to...

We all need time to ourselves. Discover my go-to self-care vacation ideas and start planning your next solo adventure.

Life can feel like it’s too much to handle, and you’re holding on by a thread. If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. Sometimes it feels like there's too much stuff. You want to be successful, be there for your family and friends, and take care of your well-being - but it’s too much. When you feel like you’re hanging by a thread, it’s hard to dream, to move, or to breathe. ** NEWSFLASH **...

Healing and striving for abundance are not meant to be 24/7 activities. Yet knowing you're not meant to work on self-improvement constantly and putting this knowledge into action often feels like oil and water; they don't mix well. One reason is that we tend to only focus on two seasons in our life; a season of productivity (sow) and a season where we enjoy the rewards of our labor (harvesting). B...

No one knows you better than you. That's why the best advice comes from within rather than externally. It sounds like a no-brainer, but when you add a lack of self-trust to the mix, there's an entanglement. The need for seeking reassurance may be a subconscious one that you may not even recognize as a lack of self-trust—for example, constantly complaining to your BFF or asking others for advice ab...

'Tis the season for leveling up. It’s a time for people to make resolutions to eat better, exercise more, save money, and create healthy boundaries. All these things have one thing in common — CHANGE! There is an assumption that change is easy. All you need to do is decide, and poof, you can make any changes in your life. But what about the uncomfortable side of change? The part that doesn't feel...

This Reiki healing is the final episode in our 5-part Hella Relax series. I couldn't think of a better way to start a new year than to focus on relaxing the mind and body. You can listen to this as a guided meditation, have it playing in the background while you work, or listen to it whenever you need to hella relax. You may feel tingling or other sensations in your body, which is normal. And if y...

Many ancient healing methods for relaxation are dismissed nowadays. Instead, we run to pills, a bottle of wine, or the latest wellness fad when we need to relax. My dad always said, "If it's not broken, don't try to fix it." Reiki is an ancient healing technique many cultures have used for years. In today's episode, I discuss some of the benefits of Reiki. One of the most important benefits of usi...

With the recent suicide of Stephen “Twitch” Boss , I knew it was time to have this chat. Behind that confident smile can be someone struggling to keep it together. I know this personally as someone who attempted to commit suicide more than once. There isn’t a stereotypical look for someone thinking about suicide. The person next to you in line or your best friend can be secretly struggling. Surviv...

It's time to redefine what it means to relax. As a child, the word 'relax' meant getting my hair straightened. Nowadays, everyone's talking about how important it is to relax. But we aren't all working for the same definition. In the third part of this 5-part podcast series on relaxation, we're diving deeper into the meaning of relaxation and discussing practical ways to rethink relaxing that work...

Last week we covered why you can’t relax, and today it’s all about how you’re unintentionally relaxing the wrong way. Have you ever attempted to unwind and wondered why you still didn’t feel relaxed? You probably were doing one of these things we’ll be discussing today. I, too, have fallen victim to attempting to use some of these methods and felt left still stressed AF afterward. It’s annoying wh...

Relaxing doesn’t come easy to everyone. It’s frustrating to be told to relax, as it can feel as hard as being told to hit Whitney Houston’s high notes. Yet, we are so desperate to find ways to unwind and recharge our energy.  We attempt to do nothing and it feels like torture. We scream at ourselves, “I must relax, I must relax, I must relax,” hoping that saying the words will help, but they don’t...

The holidays and family gatherings can be stressful AF! Old family issues or emotions easily come up, triggering you as if you were your younger self all over again. This guided meditation and breathwork is a practical tool for relieving stress relief and clearing emotions of the past. I love this breathing technique as it's like a mental vacation that's easy to do and can be done anywhere (car, b...

Sometimes we’re just not okay. The wellness industry wants you to jump on the #itsokaynottobeok trend. I don’t disagree with the message. Yet, when you’re feeling burnout, depressed, or one step from losing it, #itsokaynottobeok feels like an empty campaign promise. Knowing it’s ok not to be ok and knowing how to get through this season are two different things. I’m more interested in the latter....

The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is finally here! This movie evokes such powerful images of female warriors taking charge and protecting their community. It reminds me of the everyday warrior in all of us. She may not have the fierce clothing or fancy blades, but that woman you see every day in the mirror is no less of a warrior, especially if you identify as a woman of color. Today I’m pausing...

I met an interesting guy who made me think. I was telling him about what I do, and he asked, “What does the healer do when they need healing?” And that’s how we got to today’s topic. I have created a gumbo of rituals, people, and items I use to help me heal as a healer. I incorporate many things into my wellness gumbo, but I only focused on ten ingredients currently nourishing my soul in today's e...