I Hope This Helps, The Podcast with Nakeia Homer

“The exhaustion you feel after survival mode isn’t laziness, it’s biology.” I am sharing one of the most transformative experiences of my life with you. Nearly a decade ago, I put myself in timeout for an entire year and emerged as the most aligned, intentional, purpose-filled version of myself. Looking back, eight key practices helped me recover and reconnect with myself. If you are feeling disco...

“This was a year of refining, and I'm glad that I chose to take myself through that process.” If you don’t uncover what worked and what didn't, this year, you will miss the lessons you were meant to learn. From life, to love, to business, to personal healing and growth, now is the perfect time to take inventory of the year you just had. I’ll go first… In this episode, we will ask meaningful questi...

"Learn to balance determination with empathy." Let’s explore an alternative to tough love, shall we? For those who have hustled and grinded their way through some of the most difficult circumstances in their lives, a more tender approach to success and personal growth may be the answer. Tough love may have been the way you survived, but tender love and care is how you will thrive in this season of...

“If you have to be the bigger person, you have already outgrown them.” In this episode, I am challenging what it means to be the “bigger person.” Are you showing how you’ve evolved or relapsing? Are you keeping the peace or betraying yourself? We will answer these questions, and more, as we work to rethink what it means to be the bigger person in your relationship.   Takeaways Slipping into resent...

“People fall. Pay attention to the ones who get back up.” One of my favorite life lessons came from my daughter, and I’m sharing what I learned with you. If you have fallen, failed at an attempt, or experienced a setback, I am sharing what it takes to get back up and move forward with grace, intention, and determination. This episode is part pep talk, part strategy. People fail at their attempts a...

“Sometimes it is through our connection to others that we find out how disconnected we are with ourselves.” This is the conversation we need to have if you have ever felt like your relationship with someone was a waste of your time. Relationships can be your greatest teacher. You can learn how to love others and yourself better—especially from the relationships that didn’t work out. Whether it’s t...

“Know the difference between growing pains and just pain.” There are so many things we don’t talk about enough, and the side effects of growth is one of those things. But today, we are going to talk about it. The complexities of personal growth can make experiencing it painful—and when we feel pain or discomfort, we tend to think something is wrong. Growth often comes with challenges and losses. T...

“Adjust your standards to meet your intention.” In this conversation, we explore the concepts of perfectionism and fear—two things that are often confused for one another. Both can hinder personal progress. Both require intentional reprogramming. And both can be healed through the practices I shared today. To help illustrate the difference between perfectionism and fear, I am sharing insights from...

“Just because it didn’t last doesn’t mean it was never meant to be.” Lean in, Beloved, as we chat about something almost everyone has experienced… Heartbreak and the journey to move forward after. This episode is titled 3 Reasons You Can’t Get Over Your Ex, but that is where the struggle begins. Heartbreak is not something you “get over.” I’m sharing a perspective many people miss. We heal, we gro...

Start by asking yourself, "Do I really need to have this conversation?" This conversation is a new format for us, and I’m excited about it. I get to answer a listener’s question in a series I’m calling Ask Nakeia. This week’s question comes from “Liz.” She shared some background information before asking a question that many of you will relate to. Her intention is to share her heart without hurtin...

“When it blocks your blessings… Let it go.” “How do I know when to let go?” is part of my top five most frequently asked questions. And today, I have answers... In this episode, I walk you through the complex emotions surrounding the decision to let go of relationships, goals, and personal attachments. I’m sharing the signs you may be missing and sending you love as I share the signs you and I bot...

“The people who hurt you may not want to see you healed.” I was sending you love this entire episode. Today, we discussed something that a lot of people struggle with, which is healing without an apology. In this episode, I really leaned into the fact that healing is a personal journey that does not require the approval or acknowledgment of others. Even when it comes to feelings of hurt, disappoin...

“If You Are The Problem, You Are Also The Solution.” I am sending you love as I say this: You may be your biggest opp. But settle yourself, Beloved, because today, I am going to show you how to become your greatest ally. This episode explores the pattern of self-sabotage.  We will reflect on the behaviors that may be hindering your progress. And I take my time as I unpack 10 self-sabotaging habits...

"You have to choose friendship."   In this episode, we will laugh a little as we explore the complexities of adult friendships. I share my personal friendship experiences, including one that ended. I discuss how friendships evolve and the importance of intentionality in cultivating and maintaining these relationships. And I leave you with some practical advice on how to meet new friends as an adul...

"The habits that helped you survive in the past could be the cause of your current struggle." Everyone is talking about healing. There is a hashtag for every trending healing practice. Yet, people are still struggling with the same patterns, relationships, and mindset. My book, “Habits for Healing: Reclaim Your Purpose, Peace, and Power is what ABC News calls “a roadmap to healing” because it outl...

"Love me with your boundaries."   In this episode, I unpack the complex topic of boundaries. We explore why you may struggle to set them and how they can be reframed as tools for safety and support in relationships. I discuss the historical context of boundaries, particularly within family dynamics, and emphasize the importance of mutual respect and effective communication. I provide practical adv...

“Most people don’t get what they want because they don’t know what they want.” Self-awareness is revolutionary. Knowing who you are, what you want, and why you want it will literally change the quality of your life—and the only way to get to the bottom of it is through conversations with yourself. This week, we discuss the significance of self-dialogue and its impact on personal growth and self-aw...

“Healing is a privilege.” That change in your commute to work, phone conversation with a friend, extra 20 minutes of sleep, or the boundary you just set with a sibling is proof that you are healing. This episode explores the concept of healing, emphasizing that it is a journey towards wholeness rather than a destination. We discuss the various layers of healing, the truths about healing, and the c...

“Feelings may not be facts—but they are valid.” I think it’s safe to say we’ve all experienced something we could label "the worst"— at least until the next worst thing happens. In this episode, I discuss the universal experience of facing life's worst moments and offer practical practices that will help you navigate them. We dive into the importance of feeling emotions, making a decision to heal,...

"If you want to heal, start where it hurts." In this inaugural episode of the podcast, Nakeia vulnerably takes you back to her start and shares her journey from a traumatic childhood to creating a new legacy of healing. If you want to break generational cycles, create your own path, and become the person you were meant to be, listen as Nakeia shares the next 3 steps you should take on your healing...

Welcome to I Hope This Helps, The Podcast. Host Nakeia Homer will be covering everything from healing to personal growth, relationships to purpose, and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices