The Black Woman’s Stress Solution Podcast: discover the connection between Black women’s stress in work, love, and health—offering real solutions to help you stress less and thrive more!

In this episode, Dr. Kimmy, one of my remarkable clients, shares her life before and after coaching. We explore her coaching journey, the role of safety for black women in success, bouncing back from failures, and a profound insight from Dr. Kimmy: our brains prioritize safety over success. Dr. Kimmy is the CEO and founder of The Doctor Coach School™ which specializes in helping women doctors of c...

Join me in this eye-opening episode featuring Life and Mindset Coach,  Marlene McNally, as we dive deep into breaking societal norms for Black women.  Marlene shares her journey of self-discovery, challenging the expectations of perfection and embracing vulnerability. We explore the transformative power of community and the necessity of seeking support, debunking the myth of the "magical black wom...

Last week, I spilled the tea about being knee-deep in a rut, and today, I'm sharing how I'm clawing my way out. I've cooked up a secret sauce, a formula that's turning my rut into a runway for success. It's not about forcing change but about rewriting the script in your brain, breaking those old habits, and stepping into a life of fulfillment and triumph. This episode is your backstage pass to tra...

In this episode, we explore ruts as essential components of our lives, representing those phases when life seems uninspired and monotonous. Ruts are a part of life, and finding ourselves in them is normal. However, they can impact our sense of purpose and vitality. The pandemic, for example, drastically altered our routines, possibly leading to prolonged ruts.  Inspired by Mary J. Blige's song "Go...

Past traumas or events - such as a devastating breakup, have created memories - conscious and subconscious, which have imprinted themselves in our brain, body, and nervous system. That’s why it can feel impossible to move on from because they all feel like an innate part of us. Whether in relationships or work,  one of the things that we tend to do is fixate on the notion that "they've moved on."...

In this episode, I dive deep into the factors that often hold us back from making decisions and taking action, especially as women of color. We explore the three critical elements: belief, authority, and impact, that can paralyze us with indecision. I challenge the notion that you need to believe in something to take action and explain how it's okay not to believe right away. I emphasize the impor...

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Angela West to explore the intricacies of human relationships and the art of supporting our loved ones on their individual life journeys.  We discuss the significance of allowing our friends and family to navigate their processes at their own pace, emphasizing the importance of trust, boundaries, and the profound act of holding space. We also delve i...

In this episode, we explore the profound concept of self-compassion. We'll discuss the art of being kind to ourselves, acknowledging our flaws, and embracing our imperfections. Throughout the episode, I share personal anecdotes and offer practical tips on how to nurture self-compassion in our everyday lives.  Join me on this journey of self-discovery as we learn how extending the same kindness to...

In this episode, we're taking a deep look into a topic we often shy away from—grief.  You know, sometimes our need is simply to grieve, and that's perfectly okay. We'll explore the different facets of grief, from understanding involuntary grief, like unexpected losses, to embracing voluntary grief, where we choose to make changes but still feel the loss. I'll also touch on the importance of recogn...

In this episode, I delve into the often stigmatized concept of neediness, particularly as it pertains to black women. Listen in as I challenge the negative perceptions around neediness, emphasizing that acknowledging and honoring our emotional needs is a strength, not a weakness.  It's high time we shift the narrative surrounding neediness and embrace it as a source of personal strength and unapol...

Today, we're diving into a critical topic: what to do when your brain is messing with you, causing endless rumination and stress. I call it BOO Brain, that state when your mind is stuck in a loop of "what ifs" and worst-case scenarios. But fear not, I've got a game-changing protocol for you: B.A.E.  This process is an innovative approach for tackling this problem and empowers you to handle any sit...

In this eye-opening podcast episode, I dive deep into self-discovery with my client. We explore the powerful realization that safety is something you can provide for yourself, rather than placing the burden on others.  We unpack the conditioning and societal expectations that led us to believe otherwise and the resentment that grows as a result. This session offers a powerful perspective shift, hi...

In this powerful podcast episode, we dive deep into personal transformation and self-awareness. Join me as I take you through my journey of self-discovery and growth with my client Samantha Davis.  First, we discuss the importance of being aware and brutally honest with ourselves as we confront our patterns and behaviors. We explore how courage is the key to peeling back the layers of our inner se...

Ever had a friendship that took an unexpected turn? Join me in this episode as we explore the art of repairing relationships. I share my personal experience of navigating such a situation and the lessons I learned.  It's crucial to give our friends the space to process, even if it gets messy. But what if that friendship takes an even more unexpected turn? I delve into the importance of truly looki...

Welcome to Episode 143! In this personal and candid episode, I'm taking you through my quest to gain muscle and shed weight, sharing the highs and lows of my journey.  If you've ever felt shame for not being where you used to be, this is for you. From a daring birthday photoshoot to pandemic challenges, I'll show you how I learned that it's not about recreating the past, but reinventing your futur...

Join me in this candid episode as I share my journey of breaking off an engagement with a narcissist. With raw honesty, I delve into the emotional toll of such relationships on high-achieving Black women, emphasizing the erosion of self-trust and integrity.  I’ll unveil a powerful process to unburden yourself from the unfair responsibility of others' actions, guiding you through reframing stories,...

Join me in welcoming our guest, Kirsten Roldan. She's a client of mine and a business coach with two incredible programs: "Million Dollar Email" and "Million Dollar CEO." These programs are designed to help coaches and service providers master email marketing, team systems, and mindset strategies for scaling their businesses to a million dollars. In this episode, Kirsten shares her transformative...

Are you tired of spinning your wheels, trying different approaches without seeing the results you desire? Well, buckle up, because I've got the key to unlocking your full potential without the unnecessary drama! Just like preparing for a challenging expedition like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, we must strategically train our minds and skills to conquer our own mountains—whether they're personal, pr...

Get ready Queens. Today's episode is a little spicy! We are talking about pathologizing people-pleasing and the first thing I want you to know is that people-pleasing is perfectly normal and NOT an identity.  Listen in as I share how you can determine if you are pathologizing people-pleasing and how you can use this behavior for your benefit using the four “R” method. Need additional support with...

It’s not uncommon for my clients to acknowledge that they don’t feel particularly safe in their life. Whether it’s the external safety of feeling protected and looked after, and/or the feeling safe in your own skin… safety is one of our primary concerns as a human being. This may be true for you as well. Not feeling safe can look like a pattern of anxiety and/or depression. You may even restrict w...

Being too big for your britches is defined as being conceited or self-important. What this statement is saying to me is there is a “right” way and a” wrong” way to be confident. There is nothing more fearful for a high-achieving black woman than the possibility of stepping outside of what is the norm. This is a conditioned threat we have been taught and have internalized and it leans to us asking...

We are not our thoughts.  Thoughts are merely thoughts, they do not paint the picture of who we are.  It’s not our thoughts themselves that bring things to fruition, it’s our actions. And so it is important to manage our thoughts so that we will take actions that will actually serve us. It’s all about being aware that the intrusive, scary thoughts are merely unsubstantial nothingness that we shoul...

This is a special bonus episode because I wanted to give you a peek inside the DEEPLY ROOTED program and share some of the results and transformations that my clients have experienced. In this episode, I am chatting with Pamela Deneuve, Life Coach for Lawyers. Listen in as we discuss her rebirth story– how she was able to let go of shame to feel more at peace and have more confidence in herself, h...

I hope that you enjoyed the part #1 replay of my recent masterclass –How Black Women Can Reduce Stress In Their Work, Relationships, And Within Themselves In 90 Days Or Less. In that episode, I shared why we need a different approach for stress reduction as black women.    In this episode, I am sharing the 3-step framework that interrupts STRESS, examples to put this framework into practice, and e...

Hey guys! I'm excited to share the replay of my recent masterclass –How Black Women Can Reduce Stress In Their Work, Relationships, And Within Themselves In 90 Days Or Less. This class is jam-packed with the 3-step framework that interrupts STRESS, examples to put this framework into practice, and everything you need to begin the journey to a stress-free life. You'll understand it all as you liste...