Melanin Well Living

Today we have a solo episode with our host, Sierra Brown (Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co). Episode 5 is a grief update; revealing what grief looks like 3 years after losing her brother to a drunk driver.  Join us in “Living Melanin Well” our ✨free✨ community hosted in the Geneva app. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11:30 CST we gather for live prayer...

Today we have a guest interview with our host, Sierra Brown (@ iammelaninwell )—Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co and Sandra Mclagan (@ christcenteredtribe )—Registered Nurse, Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner & Founder of Christ-Centered Tribe. Episode 4 is all about the power of tapping , a collection of techniques that addresses both the mind and the body...

*Content Warning: eating disorders + disordered eating Today we have a guest interview with our host, Sierra Brown (@iammelaninwell)—Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co and Tiffany Ima (@ tiffanyima )—Body Confidence Creator & Founder of Simple Body Confidence LLC). Episode 3 is all about ED recovery and body image healing for Black women. Tiffany vulnerably shares...

Today we have a solo episode with our host, Sierra Brown (Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co). Episode 2 is all about redefining what healthy was for her during a season of healing complex trauma, intense therapy, and life transitions. She gives us a 1-year update on her move to Dallas and shares how it was both the best but also hardest year of her life; as well...

Today we have a solo episode with our host, Sierra Brown (Faith-Based Health & Wellness Coach and Founder of Melanin Well & Co). Episode 1 is all about increasing intentionality and creating space for small moments of nourishment; specifically a God-centered morning routine designed for optimal relationship with God, food, and your body. And this episode… her fav yet. She shared 4 hard truths hold...

The podcast is back and BETTER. We are opening up with a 3-part nourishment series for Season 2 next week that is chock full of nuggets and immediate WINS for you all.  I am so so excited to be back on the mic. Stay tuned for ✨new✨ weekly challenges in the ✨new✨Living Melanin Well community that will align with the topic of the podcast each week. Click  here to join our free community. See you...

This week we have a solo episode that also happens to be the season 1 finale of Melanin Well. This is my 6 month update from my big cross country move BUT man... it is so much more than that. It's the most vulnerable episode. I cry... a lot. But it is my hope that it reaches someone who is looking for more hope... more faith... more purpose in their lives right now. Interested in hiring me as your...

This week, we have psychiatric PA and mental health coach Jeuelle Sam of Your Fit Brain(@yourfitbrain). With over 20 years in health care under her belt, her wealth of knowledge is unmatched. This episode, we dove deep into managing stress and hacking our brains (especially in the morning) as Black women. This episode is for if you find it difficult to manage stress and the chaos of your life and/...

This week, the Lord blessed us with my DREAM guest. And that dream guest is none other than… Chrissy King (@iamchrissyking); writer, speaker, fitness and strength coach with a passion for intersectional feminism, anti-racism, DEI in wellness, and creating a diverse and inclusive fitness industry. This episode, we dove deep into our own diet culture stories; as well as the intersection of diet cult...

This week we have the beautiful, incredibly talented and intelligent Brittny, owner of of RVL Wellness Co , on the show. Today, we dove into the topic of workplace stress, performance, and self care for Black women and it’s such a FIRE episode guys!!! If you struggle with work-related stress, work environments that leave no space for self-care, managing stress, or even are simply looking for a new...

This week we have a solo episode where we continue the gluttony conversation by identifying a sneaky idol; the appearance of our bodies. If you struggle with negative body image, have attempted body positivity previously, or are curious about body neutrality… this episode is for YOU! Access my #1 Wellness Training: “The BIGGEST Mindset Shift Required for Wellness Transformation”. It's time to shif...

This week we have a solo episode where I give my unfiltered opinion of Pastor Mike Todd's recent sermon "Cuffed to Cake", breakdown gluttony, and offer clear strategies to help you find freedom and confidence in your daily food choices. Access my #1 Wellness Training: “ The BIGGEST Mindset Shift Required for Wellness Transformation ” It's time to shift your focus from shame, fear, and restriction...

Welcome to Episode 15 !!! This week, we have the incomparbale Sandra McLagan of Christ-Centered Tribe @christcenteredtribe on the show. We dove deep into the power of Christ-centered meditation and debunked myths re: meditation in Christianity. It's a must listen if you are interested in meditation or looking for for new ways to connect with God initimately. You can join Sandra and I on IG Live to...

Welcome to Episode 14 !!! This week, we have the incomparbale Jazz Perkins @jazzkeyes on the show. We dove deep into what Black Superwoman Syndrome actually is, Jazz's personal experience with BSWS through grief, as well as strategies to combat it. You can join Jazz and I on IG Live to continue the conversation Thursday May 19th at 6 CST / 7 EST. Your Sustainable Wellness Toolkit for the Week: Cli...

Welcome to Episode 13!!! This week’s episode is all about BALANCE and *truly* getting your priorities straight so you THRIVE, girl!!! Your Sustainable Wellness Toolkit for the Week: Click here to grab my free masterclass " The Most Important Mindset Shift for Wellness Transformation " mentioned in today's episode. You'll be directed to my free membership site where you'll create an account and gai...

Welcome to Episode 12 “THE 3 SECRETS TO EFFICIENT MEAL PREP” This week’s episode is for you if you plain and simple SUCK at meal prep... typically execute 1 exhausting prep per month and do nada the rest of the month... or simply struggle to be consistent with meal prep. Your Sustainable Wellness Toolkit for the Week: Join me LIVE on IG March 31st at 6 CST / 7 EST for Melanin Well LIVE where I’ll...

Welcome to EPISODE 11 “I MADE IT... NOW WHAT? ADJUST!” This week’s episode is for you if you struggle with chronic stress, if you struggle with making wellness adjustments as life happens, or if you feel pressure to perform the same no matter your circumstances or stress levels... this is YOUR episode!!! Your Sustainable Wellness Toolkit for the Week: Register for March 24th “Thrive First Thing” e...

Welcome to Episode 10 “The Biggest Moment of My Life”. A bit dramatic? Maybe. But this was recorded in a random Fairfield Inn parking lot somewhere in NC during my biggest moment of faith and obedience. It had to be documented. This week’s episode is for you if you've gone through a recent breakup, are in a current season of singleness, or currently just struggling in a growth season to be obedien...

Welcome to Episode 9 “ The Eat Less, Move More Fallacy ”. This is a special episode; as it is my first back to the show post-COVID. This week’s episode is for you if you the whole “eat less, move more” campaign never really worked for you and you couldn’t quite figure out why. NOTE: As promised, the prayer starts around 5:08 and ends at 12:09. Your Sustainable Wellness Toolkit for the Week : Regis...

*DISCLAIMER* Suicide can be a very sensitive topic to discuss for many and for some it can trigger intense emotions and thoughts. If you or anyone you know are struggling with suicidal ideations, please direct them to the info below.... If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or call 911 immediately. If you are considering suicide or have a plan to take your life, please ca...

Today's episode is Part 1 of 3 our new, "The Clear Path to Sustainable Wellness in 2022" series; starting with the first 90 days. This week's episode is for you if you are tired of your own New Year New Me mess and ready for the BLUEPRINT to approach your wellness in a sustainable way in 2022 and beyond and want to know how to start and what that first 90 days should look like.   Your Sustainable...

Today's episode is actually a preview for Episdodes 7-9 and our brand new series, "The Clear Path to Sustainable Wellness in 2022" ; this will be a 3 part series that you will NOT want to miss! This week's episode is for you if you are tired of your own New Year New Me mess and ready for the BLUEPRINT to approach your wellness in a sustainable way in 2022 and beyond.   Your Sustainable Wellness To...

In today's solo episode we are diving deep into the touchy topic of fasting ; as we are in the thick of Daniel Fast season and enough is enough. It's time to talk about something that can be so extremely powerful that has been distorted over the years thanks to... you guessed it... diet culture . This week's episode is for you if you have ever felt conflicted about fasting, struggle with thoughts...

Today is a very very vulnerable episode. In episode 5, “ HOW I SACRIFICED GOD’S BEST IN 2021 AND NEVER WILL AGAIN ”, you’ll get my year in review where I share something I’ve never shared with anyone else fully. It’s probably my most vulnerable moment to date. I also brought in another beautiful, courageous Black woman on the show who gets it… but hasn’t always. Tanisha, MWA client and MWC Communi...

This week, we have a (semi)solo episode; as we have added a short segment where Miss Aurealia Johnson, Melanin Well Academy client, will be sharing her incredibly inspiring story to help you stay strong going into the thick of New Year New Me season. She is witty… HILARIOUS… and THAT GIRL. The remainder of the episode is jam packed with everything you need to actively resist New Year New Me pressu...