Melanin Well Living

When I came back from my sabbatical I thought the work was done. It would be smooth sailing ahead. So much healing happened. So many breakthroughs. I had done the work physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I felt so good. But something was still off. There was still so much resistance there. I would shortly find out, thanks to the Holy Spirit and Lot’s wife, that the resistance was f...

This is part two of a three-part series that I think you’re gonna love SO much. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss the full series. If you missed Part 1, you can read it here . But if you want to read the full piece now, click here . What Progress Can Look Like Sober When I finally decided to divorce diet culture (what I’m referencing as sober), I really struggled without rules. If I wasn’t...

This is part one of a three-part series that I think you’re gonna love SO much. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss the full series. If you want to read the full piece now, click here . 💭 Reflection for you: What is one way performance has tried to crowd out peace in your life this month? Reply + share. I'd love to hear. And meet me back here next week for Part 2. PS : I’m opening a free ver...

In this season finale episode, I open up about my deeply personal journey from searching for self-worth in accomplishments, marriage, and diets to finally discovering it through faith and my relationship with God. I share my mistakes, like marrying for approval, and how discipline and correction from God led me to a life of abundance and peace. I hope this episode encourages you to stop seeking ex...

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→ Grab this week’s episode guide here (including an extensive list of spiritual disciplines to support your spiritual health and supportive scripture) to help you take action. In today's episode, we'll explore practical strategies to cultivate a sacred sanctuary within, transforming your habits and honoring your temple. We dove deep into the art of habit formation and its transformative power. Hit...

Unpopular Christian Opinion → Saying “ honor your temple ” when talking about health is modern day Christian for “ it’s not a diet… it’s a lifestyle change ”. Let me explain… So we know the enemy… SATAN… is a master of deception and perversion . He twists the truth… he distorts reality… and ultimately he is just hell bent on sabotaging God's creation. Diet culture is a perfect example of this perv...

In today’s episode of Melanin Well Living, “#316 Redefining Fitness: The Unexpected Costs of High-Intensity Workouts”, we dive into how HIIT workouts and/or other high intensity movement may not serve Black women of faith in every season and really how much it didn’t serve me back in 2010 when my health and wellness journey began. This is an episode full of tangible tips and a new Weekly Healthy H...

This episode is your chance to hop into a time machine with me, learn from my past mistakes, and discover the 3 exact nutritional shifts that I would’ve made back in 2009 at the start of my own health and wellness journey. ⚠️ Don’t forget —I share the Weekly Healthy Habit at the end of every episode. Two small but mighty habits that have a big payoff that you can implement immediately. You can fin...

In this vulnerable and raw episode, I share my personal journey from basketball dreams shattered by a blood clot to the depths of diet culture obsession. Hear how I transformed my pain into a thriving coaching business, only to discover the dark side of idolizing the scale. Learn how a moment of divine conviction led me to break free from self-loathing and embrace a life of purpose, love, and true...

🎧 #313: The Secret to a Balanced June: Monthly Planning Made Simple ✨ Feeling overwhelmed and off-track? This week’s newsletter is a short but powerful pep talk specifically for Black women of faith struggling to find balance and purpose amidst the demands of life. I emphasized the importance of monthly planning as a tool for aligning your life with God's will, prioritizing your well-being, and...

In this week’s episode of Melanin Well, I dove another layer deep into my own health and wellness testimony. I always thought my health struggles started with a blood clot in college, but revisiting my past revealed a different truth. The root cause lies way back in my childhood. It wasn't easy, but I opened up about the trauma I experienced… the neglect… the emotional abuse. It’s something th...

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This episode is part 1 of a 3-part series designed for Black women of faith who are struggling with their health and wellness and truly feel like they’re barely hanging on. It aims to debunk myths and provide practical tools for building a sustainable foundation for lasting health and wellness. In this episode, you will learn: The myths holding you back The importance of “building blocks” (Practic...

Need a little hope? Dive into Episode 4, "God's Grace in the Midst of Suffering". ⚠️ This episode may contain content that is disturbing or upsetting to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. ⚠️ This episode is for you if: You're struggling with past trauma. You're seeking inspiration and hope on your healing journey. You want to learn practical tools for overcoming emot...

Ready to create routines that you can actually stick to... that work for YOU? This episode continues the "Reclaim Your Routines, Reclaim Your Life" series; tackling the unique challenges Black women face in creating and maintaining routines. Also exploring the most common design mistakes; offering practical tips and strategies for designing supportive routines. Key takeaways: Black women...

Ready to create routines that you can actually stick to... that work for YOU! This episode continues the "Reclaim Your Routines, Reclaim Your Life" series, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and resource selection in building healthy routines. Key takeaways: Self-awareness is the foundation:  Understand your needs, values, and desires before adding resources to your routines. D...

Tired of feeling constantly depleted? You're not alone. Black women experience burnout at alarming rates, often due to unique societal pressures and expectations. But exhaustion isn't the only symptom. This episode delves deeper, uncovering the not-so-obvious signs that might be silently screaming for your attention. Key takeaways: More than statistics:  Hear the  real story  of a Black wo...

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Today we have a solo episode with our host, Sierra Brown (Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co). Episode 6 is all about deep stress and how it can specifically present in Black women; as well as 3 strategies to prioritize rest and managing stress with a busy, stressful schedule. A Few Highlights from the Episode: How stressors interact, cumulate, and multiply to cre...