Real, Raw, & Relevant: A Guide to Authentic Living

Hey there, beautiful soul! We are constantly inspiring and uplifting people on the Real, Raw & Relevant podcast and today is no different. On today’s episode I will share with you insights from my new book A Rose is Still a Rose: You Hold The Power. Female empowerment, relationships 101, careers choices, and the importance of knowing your self worth. You are capable of extraordinary things! Th...

The price of settling is everything you could have been. It’s the most expensive bill you’ll ever pay, and you’re paying it in daily installments of your own potential. The "unknown" is scary, sure. But you know what’s scarier? Being in the exact same spot 365 days from now, still making excuses for not living the life you truly deserve. Let’s get relevant. What is the actual price tag of settling...

On today’s episode we will explore the reality behind manifesting a new chapter in your life. You cannot manifest a "New Chapter" while you are still rereading the old one. If you are still holding onto the resentment of your last breakup, the bitterness of that old job, or reliving past trauma, you will just keep rewriting the same chapter with different character names. You don’t manifest what y...

Today’s episode gets real about the perfectionist trap! We’ve convinced ourselves that Amazing is a destination at the end of the Perfection road. But I’m here to tell you that those two things don't even live in the same neighborhood. Perfection was never your assignment. Your assignment was courage. Your assignment was growth. Your assignment was resilience. Your assignment was showing up even w...

Today’s episode we’re getting into something that almost everyone is carrying right now, whether they realize it or not: The weight of negativity. This isn't about "toxic positivity." I’m not going to tell you to just "smile more" and your problems will vanish. That’s not what we do here. We’re going to talk about the raw truth of why we get stuck in these ruts and the relevant steps you can take...

Happy New Year, family! Welcome to the very first episode of 2026. Before we can welcome the new, we have to be raw about what we’re leaving behind. Take a deep breath right now. That version of you that stayed silent to keep the peace? The version that let fear dictate your career moves? The version that struggled with the same old habits? We are saying goodbye to them today. You cannot enter you...

Every person has a unique destiny; an extraordinary purpose waiting to be fulfilled. Yet too often, our potential remains dormant because we feed our fears, doubts, and distractions instead of nurturing the vision planted within us. Just as our bodies need nourishment to thrive, so does our destiny. What we feed our minds, hearts, and spirits directly shapes the path we walk. We often think of des...

You are the author of your life. We’re going to get real and raw about the challenges of letting go of old stories and explore how to embrace the power to rewrite our narratives and create the lives we truly desire. On this episode We’ll explore what it means to rewrite your story, discuss the common obstacles that can keep us stuck in old narratives, and unpack practical strategies for identifyin...

Your heart and soul are your compass, guiding you toward a life of meaning, connection. and peace. When you learn to honor your inner voice, embrace your truth, and nurture your spirit, you begin to live with freedom and authenticity. Heart and Soul reminds you that the answers you seek aren’t found in a world around you; they already exist within you. Trust yourself, cherish your journey, and emb...

Hey there, beautiful souls! Today’s episode, we're taking you through a packed holiday weekend: we tried to make Pinterest-perfect Christmas cookies (spoiler: it was a mess), battled the holiday crowds for gifts at Hudson Yards , drank eggnog, and braved the utterly chaotic but beautiful wonderland that is Rolf’s Christmas Bar for that perfect photo opp. We'll be talking about the magic, yes, but...

Let's face it: the holidays can be a pressure cooker. When you mix long shopping lines, awkward family dinners, and spending money on presents, it’s easy to slip into Grinch mode —that cynical, bah-humbug refusal to participate—or become a Negative Nancy —the person who points out everything that's going wrong. This year, we're giving both the Grinch and Negative Nancy their walking papers! We're...

Life can be challenging. We face setbacks, disappointments, and periods of stress that can dim our inner light and steal our joy. This episode isn’t about pretending those difficulties don’t exist; it’s about recognizing the importance of protecting our joy, cultivating resilience, and finding ways to reconnect with that inner spark, even in the midst of hardship. We’re going to get real and raw a...

During the holidays, it's easy to neglect our inner selves. We prioritize external achievements and often forget to nourish our souls. But just like our bodies need nourishment, our souls need care and attention. On this episode we explore tips on enjoying the holidays with loved ones but also taking time to be kind to your soul. We will unpack things to avoid during this holiday season. Need a pi...

We are officially in the thick of the holiday season. The eggnog is flowing, the carols are playing, and... the panic buying is about to set in! This episode is about getting creative this year with creative gifts that will not break your bank! Need a pick me up! Indulge in this delicious tasty matcha!🍵 It’s my favorite drink to give me focus energy and balance. Mantra Matcha is one of our paid s...

Today, we are focusing on the fact that YOU. ARE. ENOUGH. We are going deep into unworthiness, identifying the lies we tell ourselves, and arming you with the truth that has been waiting. This is about freeing you up to actually live . You are enough. Not “when you lose the weight.” Not “when you make more money.” Not “when someone finally chooses you.” Not “when life looks the way you imagined.”R...

From the bottom of my heart, I want to express my real, raw, and relevant thankful spirit to every single one of you, our listeners, across the globe. What an incredible year it's been! It has been a profound honor to speak life, to share stories, and to encourage you all. We've talked about what it means to be resilient —to bounce back, dust ourselves off, and keep moving forward, even when life...

You are happy and in a great place in your life, but you noticed that some people aren’t happy for you. We encounter negativity, experience disappointments, and sometimes face hurtful words or actions from others. In these moments, it's easy to react with anger, resentment, or even retaliation. But choosing the higher road, even when it's challenging, can have a profound impact on our own well-bei...

Self-love and self-care are not luxuries; they are lifelines. They are how we return home to ourselves again and again. This episode is an invitation to pause. To breathe. To look inward and ask: What do I truly need? You’ll learn how to listen to your inner voice, nourish your body with kindness, and reconnect with your purpose! Need a pick me up! Indulge in this delicious tasty matcha!🍵 It’s my...

Today, we're not just observing negativity; we're actively fighting back. We're talking about the crucial practice of Rebuking Negative seeds —that toxic energy, that self-sabotaging voice, and the dark clouds others try to cast on your spirit. On this episode we will get raw. The seed of negativity doesn't always show up as loud anger; sometimes, it’s a quiet, persistent whisper of doubt that tel...

We’ve all felt that sting in life from the job you didn’t get, the person who didn’t choose you, the opportunity that slipped through your fingers. Rejection can feel like the universe slammed a door right in your face, leaving you standing there wondering, Why not me? What did I do wrong? The truth is, rejection often shows up to reroute us toward something better aligned with our purpose. Yet in...

Hey there, beautiful souls! You’re not stuck—you’re simply standing in a familiar place, afraid to step into the unknown. And that’s okay. We’ve all been there. That space between where you are and where you want to be can feel heavy, confusing, and even paralyzing. But what if the truth is that you’re not trapped at all? What if you’ve just been protecting yourself from the discomfort of growth?...

Hey there, beautiful souls! On this episode I’m going to run through 20 positive affirmations for success, wealth, self-worth, and pure, unshakeable confidence. I want you to repeat each one out loud, right where you are. Feel the words in your chest. Don’t just say them; speak them into existence. Let's go! When you speak positively, you begin to see the world differently. You attract peace inste...

Hey there, beautiful souls! Today, we’re handing the mic over to you. This is our very first "Ask Alesha" episode, where we dive head-first into your most honest, urgent, and sometimes painful questions about love, dating, and everything in between. If the war within is about overcoming internal conflict, relationships are often the biggest battlefield. Why? Because they force us to confront our f...

Girl, wipe your tears. This is not the end—it’s your new beginning. Life has a way of breaking us open so that we can rebuild stronger, wiser, and more aligned with who we were always meant to be. The pain you’ve carried, the heartbreak you’ve endured, and the disappointments you’ve faced were never meant to destroy you—they were meant to awaken you. You may have cried yourself to sleep, felt lost...

Keep The Faith – Joy Comes in the Morning is a journey of perseverance, faith, and divine timing. It’s a reminder that even when the night feels darkest, God is still working behind the scenes, preparing breakthroughs, blessings, and new beginnings. The waiting season is never wasted—it’s where strength is built, faith is refined, and purpose is revealed. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt...