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I'm reflecting on my top 10 things I really wishI knew before I turned 30. Lessons were learned for sure, but some of them I might have skipped if I could do it all over again! If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRAM If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Deshauna as guests on...

I spent 7 years of my life dreaming about writing a book, but I was too scared to take the leap. Today, I have a book (available NOW!) and I'm sharing how I broke through my blocks and did it afraid. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRAM If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or havin...

Sometimes your biggest breakthrough comes right after your biggest breakdown. Today I'm sharing the story of a major moment of discouragement that I was able to push through (with the help of my support system) in order to get to the other side and find victory. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRA...

So many people use the power of manifestation for big achievements, but have you considered using it for your relationships? I am proof that you can manifest the partner of your dreams. Here's how I did it. Thank you to my sponsor, Factor! Head to factormeals.com/lessons50 and use code lessons50 to get 50% off. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH...

Are there people in your life that are only around in the good times, but no where to be found in the bad? Today, I'm sharing some stories about the "fair weather" people I have experienced in my life and how I learned to recognize the signs. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRAM If you are interes...

Is the fear of not being good enough holding you back from your dream? Today, I share about my own battle with imposter syndrome in my journey of writing my book, "Pretty Ugly Lessons". Get it on AMAZON Thank you to my sponsor, Factor! Head to factormeals.com/lessons50 and use code lessons50 to get 50% off. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the...

Singleness does not have to be a time of sadness or loneliness. It can be an amazing opportunity to really work on ourselves and find healing. Today, I share how I walked through my own healing during my single season before I met my husband. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/LESSONS today to get 10% off your first month. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and...

Are you playing the comparison game with images you're seeing online? Have you ever looked at a post and immediately felt bad about your life? Today we break that cycle by reminding ourselves that what people post on social media is not the full picture. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRAM If you...

Living authentically is one of the most rewarding (and challenging!) goals we can pursue. What does it look like to live authentically? And how does doing so cultivate our self-value? We're diving deep into these questions and more in today's episode! Thank you to my sponsor, Factor! Head to factormeals.com/lessons50 and use code lessons50 to get 50% off. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a revie...

Beauty comes from the inside out, so why would we fix our face before we fix our hearts and minds? In today's episode, I talk about how I transformed my life by first transforming my inner self. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGRAM If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Des...

Are you dimming your light so you don't intimidate your partner? In order to pursue our highest calling, we must surround ourselves with people who elevate us...and that includes our partners. Today, we take a hard look at how to recognize when relationships are keeping us down when we're called to something higher. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.c...

This week, I'm sharing my journey into living a joyful life after experiencing abuse. I'm hoping my story can inspire anyone who has gone through something similar to find happiness as an act of rebellion. TW: Abuse Resource for Recovery: https://saprea.org/ Saprea exists to liberate individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a revie...

Friendships are some of our most important relationships...but they can be difficult to navigate! In today's episode, I talk about the signs of good, healthy friendships and some red flags to look out for. Thank you Factor, for sponsoring this episode! Head to factormeals.com/lessons50 and use code lessons50 to get 50% off. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Y...

Are you on the verge of giving up? Not sure if your hard work is going to pay off? Then you NEED to listen to this episode. This week, I share the moment that made me question everything I was doing and how pushing through my fears led me to my biggest successes. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! You can WATCH the Podcast on YOUTUBE Follow Deshauna on INSTAGR...

We've all heard of "multiple streams of income", but have you considered applying this concept to your happiness? Today, my husband and I share how we find multiple streams of happiness. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/LESSONS and get on your way to being your best self. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you subscribe! Yo...

Are you rushing through life trying to keep up with other people around you? Are you letting social media affect your decision making? Take a listen to this episode and let me encourage you to slow down. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/LESSONS and get on your way to being your best self. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure...

Let's face it, dating these days can be rough. This week, I'm bringing on my husband, Marvin Echols III, to share our story with hopes that it will bring encouragement to anyone on their journey to finding love. We believe their is a person on the planet meant for each of us, so what's the best strategy to finding that special someone? If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you...

Letting go of things to make room for your dreams and aspirations is a shift that is incredibly imperative at numerous moments in our lives. But when is it time to let go and make room? In this episode, Deshauna discusses a recent shift she had to make in her life and the benefit it created by opening room for her to focus on growing her business and build her brand. If you enjoyed this episode, l...

Sometimes, your highest highs can come at the same time as your lowest lows. This week, I'm opening up about the highs and lows of my year as Miss USA. Often times our life is filled with moments that can feel so bittersweet. My year as Miss USA is an example of just that, so many great experiences along with so many moments of hardship. It was a year I don’t regret because I believe I am stronger...

Welcome to Sour Loss, Sweet Lessons! Before we dive in, I wanted to share a little bit of my story. I've been through it, so you don't have to! My life has been filled with numerous moments in which I’ve been challenged, and thanks to a shift in mindset and perspective I have been able to overcome my adversity and have used my story to uplift others and professional motivational speaker. I am exci...

Dr. Deshauna Barber is a former Miss USA, women’s rights advocate, award-winning international speaker, coach, and entrepreneur with a bold approach to inspiring and encouraging her audience. Deshauna uses her experience as an Army veteran, Nonprofit CEO, former Miss USA, and STEM graduate to inspire her audience. Deshauna shows the power of perseverance and tenacity to now become a top-rated spea...