It's Real Talk

Legacy of a Family What kind of legacy are you building for future generations? In inspiring episode of It's Real Talk, Host B.J. Martin-Terrell explores the true meaning of family legacy and how values, love, faith, and goodness shape the lives of those who come after us. Discover why legacy is more than wealth or possessions—it's the character, wisdom, and hope we pass from one generation to the...

Neglecting your destiny can delay your success and prevent you from becoming the best version of yourself. Never underestimate what neglect can do to your next level in life. Neglect is subtle. It sounds like, “I’ll do it later.” But when we delay the process of becoming who we desire to be, we also delay success in our purpose. Neglect leads to drifting, being unprepared for success, distractions...

How a mother is more than someone who gives birth, she is a nurturer, a protector, a teacher, a guide, a covering, a visionary, and a builder of generations. Mothers help shape the emotional climate of the home. They are planting seeds with their words, attitudes, healing for the next generations that comes into their environment. Many mothers experiences exhaustion, being overwhelmed while silent...

In this inspiring two-part series, B.J. Martin-Terrell explores what it truly means to sow the seed of legacy—to live each day with intention, faith, and focus. Every thought, word, and action we release is a seed that shapes our character, influences others, and defines the legacy we leave behind. Through heartfelt wisdom and empowering reflection, B.J. encourages listeners to take responsibility...

Part 2 of this heartfelt series continues the conversation on Genuine Love—what it truly is, how it transforms our lives, and why it’s essential for healing and growth. Real love is more than words or feelings—it’s a consistent, sincere investment in someone’s well-being. It’s choosing to love through flaws and strengths, building trust, respect, and honest communication. In a world overwhelmed by...

Let’s talk about something powerful—something real: Genuine Love. Genuine Love is more than just a feeling or a phrase; genuine love is a sincere investment in someone’s well-being. It means being committed to their growth, even when it requires sacrifice. It’s not about perfection, but consistency, built on mutual respect, trust, and open communication. Genuine love sees both the flaws and the st...

Racism Is Not Human (Part 2) Racism is a destructive form of prejudice that fosters negative attitudes toward individuals based on their racial or ethnic group. It often relies on harmful stereotypes and can lead to discrimination and even violence. Discrimination occurs when people are treated unfairly because of aspects of their identity, such as race, gender, age, religion, nationality, ability...

Racism is a harmful prejudice that causes negative feelings towards people based on their group identity. It often involves harmful stereotypes and can lead to racial discrimination and even violence. Discrimination means treating people unfairly because of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, ability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or other identities. This unfair...

Have you ever stopped to consider whether you are holding yourself back from achieving true success in life? The reality is that each of us has the power to shape our own existence. Life does not simply unfold according to external circumstances; instead, it reflects the choices we make and the mindset we adopt. Your choices, not external factors, are the true determinants of your success. Too oft...

The concept of energy revolves around the ability to be active. Having high energy levels indicates a preference for staying active, while planning a low-energy day suggests a more relaxed and leisurely approach. Positive Energy holds immense significance as it has the potential to bring about transformative changes in our lives, leading us to successful outcomes. Our physical and mental energy pr...

Prioritizing your success by practicing self-care is vital for overall well-being and should be considered a fundamental necessity for everyone. Prioritize your success with self-care. It is an essential commodity that everyone should possess. For your community to thrive and grow, you need to prioritize self-care. By taking care of yourself, you can create a safe environment that fosters growth f...

Living a purpose-driven life brings vibrancy, clarity, and authenticity. It significantly improves mental health, overall well-being, and cognitive function compared to those lacking purpose. Those with a clear life purpose are less prone to heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. My purpose is to assist individuals in attaining a sense of completeness in life. This journey involves acknowledging th...

Living a purpose-driven life brings vibrancy, clarity, and authenticity. It significantly improves mental health, overall well-being, and cognitive function compared to those lacking purpose. Those with a clear life purpose are less prone to heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. My purpose is to assist individuals in attaining a sense of completeness in life. This journey involves acknowledging th...

The show is about how your uniqueness is a driving force to initiate growth. Our unique ability is much needed within the communities to help keep it safe, growing, and thriving into abundance. When we unleash our unique abilities, we can be diverse and connect our passion, values, and potential to live a creative life. Our responsibility is to our talent, gift, or strength to be productive, multi...

The show is about how your uniqueness is a driving force to initiate growth. Our unique ability is much needed within the communities to help keep it safe, growing, and thriving into abundance. When we unleash our unique abilities, we can be diverse and connect our passion, values, and potential to live a creative life. Our responsibility is to our talent, gift, or strength to be productive, multi...

Self-care is a proactive approach where individuals take on the responsibility of managing their own health and well-being. It's about utilizing available information, resources, and knowledge to make informed decisions about one's health. This decision-making process not only allows individuals to care for their own well-being efficiently but also provides the convenience of collaborating with he...

What makes an effective leader that equips them to excel in their leadership role? An effective leader is a unique blend of qualities that not only enable them to excel in their role but also inspire and motivate others. These qualities include strong communication skills, a clear vision, adaptability, decisiveness, and empathy. They are adept at building and maintaining strong, collaborative rela...

What makes an effective leader that equips them to excel in their leadership role? An effective leader is a unique blend of qualities that not only enable them to excel in their role but also inspire and motivate others. These qualities include strong communication skills, a clear vision, adaptability, decisiveness, and empathy. They are adept at building and maintaining strong, collaborative rela...

Living with a divine purpose is crucial for a fulfilling and successful life. Have you found contentment and fulfillment in your life? Have you unearthed and harnessed your fullest potential? Most importantly, do you desire to lead a life driven by a divine purpose? A purpose is not merely a task or possession; it constitutes the essence of our being, influencing our choices and sculpting the path...

Many people aspire to live a fulfilling and purposeful life that aligns with their passions and desires. However, it can be challenging to identify one's true purpose and meaning in life. When we feel unfulfilled and stagnant, it's a clear sign that we must take action to move forward. We must engage in constructive self-reflection and commit to continuous personal growth to achieve our goals and...

Domestic Violence is a prevalent issue in the United States, affecting approximately 10 million people yearly. The National Library of Medicine and Nationa Institutes of Health report that one in four women and one in nine men are victims of Domestic Violence. Domestic Violence comes in various forms of abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional, economic, stalking, economic abuse and psychologi...

Domestic Violence is a prevalent issue in the United States, affecting approximately 10 million people yearly. The National Library of Medicine and Nationa Institutes of Health report that one in four women and one in nine men are victims of Domestic Violence. Domestic Violence comes in various forms of abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional, economic, stalking, economic abuse and psychologi...

What is an affliction? It is a state of pain, distress, grief, and misery: A cause of mental or bodily pain, such as sickness, loss, calamity, or persecution. Affliction can come in many forms that will cause a person to suffer. It can be self-direct, a judgment from the Creator God, a divine purpose for purification, a persecution from another person, or a spiritual attack from satan. Life is not...

What is an affliction? It is a state of pain, distress, grief, and misery: A cause of mental or bodily pain, such as sickness, loss, calamity, or persecution. Affliction can come in many forms that will cause a person to suffer. It can be self-direct, a judgment from the Creator God, a divine purpose for purification, a persecution from another person, or a spiritual attack from satan. Life is not...

What is an affliction? It is a state of pain, distress, grief, and misery: A cause of mental or bodily pain, such as sickness, loss, calamity, or persecution. Affliction can come in many forms that will cause a person to suffer. It can be self-direct, a judgment from the Creator God, a divine purpose for purification, a persecution from another person, or a spiritual attack from satan. Life is not...