The QB Zone

June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and i wanted to do a episode that falls right in line. It is said many times that women are more emotional than men. It is said many times that men hold things in and have trouble expressing themselves. As a man who has had his own journey with mental health, I have learned so much about myself and my fellow man. This episode briefly touches on what emot...

This episode is a brief peek into intimacy and how we can experience it. What is intimacy? Is this something that is present in your life? How close is what we think intimacy to be, to what it actually is? Feelings of intimacy can help us feel more connected to the people we love. Intimacy is a decision. It’s a risk too, because intimacy demands vulnerability and authenticity.

Men have feelings. Men have emotions. They should not always be kept inside. They manuever as if they are superman and/or hyper strong...sometimes they are successful at it....but to what detriment? Men are human. They need to roar. They need a release. They need to be free of their emotions being kept captive inside. It does not decrease their status as a man. This is what this episode is about. 

It is often said that birds of a feather flock together. I'm sure you've also heard the saying, "2 peas in a pod". It is very important to ensure that we are hanging around with the right people. We must ensure that the energy and people that we entertain are conducive to the life we want to live. Many times we dont look at our friends and network this way. Hence, why certain mistakes and issues o...

Being self-aware can be very essential to our well-being. There can be a sense of elevation, joy, and focus. The more that we are self-aware, there is more of a sense of power and freedom. When we are aware, we will navigate through life and situations much better. This episode talks about all of that, plus some tips to assist in one becoming more self-aware and the benefits. 

Is it not working for you? Let your peace be nonnegotiable!  If it doesn't enhace your life, leave it alone. Walk away from it. Of course I know this isn't easy. Definitely something that is easier said than done. However, it is possible. In this episode i discuss some tips and ways to walk away from relationships that just aint in your best interest to remain in. Shake yourself loose and set your...

Can a relationship rebound from cheating? What leads a person to cheat on their relationship? What are some useful ways to possibly repair a relationship after cheating? Do you have any tips outside of the ones mentioned in this episode? Yes, this is the name of one of Toni Braxton's many hit records. It is also something that I briefly discuss in this episode, Love Should've Brought You Home. Enj...

Faith is a journey for everyone. We all believe in something. Something that will get us through the rough times and sustain us through the good times. It does not come easy for everyone and the opinions of it are quite diverse. In this episode, I give a brief and transparent take on my awareness and journey with faith. 

Many would say that it is an art or game. Many would say that there are levels to it. Few are excellent at it. Many are not as good as they think. On this episode, I give you an entertaining and intriguing perspective on having your main relationship (main course) and a few side pleasures (side dish) at the same time.

You date multiple people. That could be fun and vastly beneficial, but is the communication what it needs to be? Is everyone on the same page? With something like this, if the communication isn't what it needs to be, it's probably not going to end well for anyone LOL. Check out this week's episode, as we briefly talk about this and a few tips to help along the way. 

There is a difference between dating and being in a relationship. Dating is feeling multiple people out to see who you are intimately compatible with. A relationship consists of actual commitment and trust between two people. In this episode of The QB Zone, I briefly share my thoughts on what dating multiple people should look like and what the benefits are.

"The best way to protect your peace and energy is by staying focused on what matters most: YOU and YOUR purpose". Season 3 Episode 2 is about tips i've learned on the journey to protecting my peace and why it is so important. Many times we dont realize how important it is. I was like that for most of my life. I hope my thoughts and lessons on this subject, helps someone acquire and keep their peac...

Oprah Winfrey says, "There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It's why you were born, and how you become most truly alive". There are multiple ways in which one could have a purpose filled life. There are times in which this can vary. Episode 3 is all about purpose. Living with a purpose...feeding your purpose...benefitting from your purpose...taking care of you...

Season 3 of The QB Zone Podcast starts off with me releasing my 8th book, Disrupting Pain & Activating The Soul. In this book, I touch on various topics such as grief, stress, coming back from mistakes, faith, living in your purpose, and much more. The first 3 episodes will consist of me sharing my thoughts on a topic that I randomly picked out of my new book. In episode one, I share my though...

Unpredictability, transparency, and vulnerability is high and enjoyable in this episode. With my special guest, Stephone Coward, we have an "off the dome" conversation. No agenda...no direction...Just a go where our hearts lead us type of conversation. We discuss our life's journey, mental health, outlooks, inspirational thought provoking concepts, and our strengths.

Perfectly entitled, "Not Your Usual Relationship Chat"; my special guest and I, Shanae Joyce-Stringer, discuss relationships. Not so much the romantic aspects, although that was lightly touched on; we dived into relationships with ourselves, with our parents, and with our friends. This was the first time having a conversation about relationships from a non-romantic place. It was different and i ve...

You are not the darkness you endured. You are the light that refused to surrender. On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. On this episode, we discuss a very serious topic with a very special guest. Our special guest is Tameshia Sexton, the CEO of Mesh Dollhouse. She shares her experiences with domestic violence, how she got throug...

What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make. Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value. On today's episode, I'm speaking with Tameshia Sexton. She is the CEO of Mesh Dollhouse. An amazing woman full of experiences and nuggets. We discuss tips to effective self-development and self-improvement. This was another enjoyable and enlighteni...

For the first time and not for the last time, The QB Zone has been taken over. At times, I plan on choosing a friend or love one to takeover my podcast and put me in the hot seat. I will have absolutely no idea what they will ask me or want to talk about. I must admit it excites me and is expected to be a lot of fun, for me to be absolutely clueless. Well this is the Friends & Family Takeover...

Beauty care soothes the symptoms of dryness and irritation, nourishing your skin, so it's less vulnerable to damage, and you feel more comfortable. Beyond physical health, cosmetics can help to improve our mood, enhance our appearance and boost our self-esteem. They can also help to exhibit personal style and, as such, are an important means of social expression. In this episode, we talk with Lice...

Uncensored, enlightening, entertaining, relatable; that's my guest on this episode of The QB Zone. From a big city to a small town for college, various experiences with dating and matters of the heart, and some of the lessons learned. On this episode I catch up with a dear friend and sister, Miss Shelby, as we discuss all of this and more.

The Hip Hop Caucus is non-profit, non-partisan organization focused on communities across the United States and are connected to global advocacy networks. They have members across the country and globe. They are multiracial and they center their work in communities of color. They span Gen Z, Millennials and Gen X, and they come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Today we are spreading aware...

On multiple occasions, I have mentioned my books and how you all should buy yourself a copy or 3. Like a cook and one of their delicious creations, a singer and their new album, an actor and their new movie; you’re given a sample…a teaser. Well that is exactly what this episode is about. 5 books I’ve released, 4 amazon bestsellers, and 1 reaching #1 in its category. 1.District 69: The Crimson Edit...

Infertility means not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying (or six months if a woman is 35 or older). Women who can get pregnant but are unable to stay pregnant may also be infertile. About 10 percent of women (6.1 million) in the United States ages 15-44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). On this...

Often times we see women choose the wrong guy and it negatively affects them in multiple ways. Their entire world, at times, gets turned upside down. Why is that? Today we have one of my homies and classmates, Nurse and Entrepreneur Rocky Cogar. He is giving his insightful opinion, based off of experiences, and it is both honest and relatable.