The Sacred Sunflower Podcast

I didn't truly appreciate what bonus (step) parents brought to the table until I started putting this series together. All of the memories started flooding back. My social media timelines seemed to be filled with blended families. What a sight to behold. Listen as I recount my experiences, good and bad, of having a step parent and how it shaped my entire life. I am looking forward to your feedback...

This is the first episode in a series leading up to my fortieth birthday. I am sharing lessons I've learned throughout the years, in no particular order, in hopes that I can shed light on what you're feeling. At the very least, let you know that you're not alone. Day One is all about the importance of birthdays. No matter what age you are, you are to be celebrated. You are important and your prese...

Jessaca Rowe is an author and transformational speaker. She started with a passion for at-risk youth then when she wasn't able to find a job in her field of Criminal Justice she decided to blaze her own trail. Jessica inspires women in person and online with her posts and live stream content. Be sure to connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter after listening to the show.

This episode was inspired by a billboard that said Abortion is Self Care. It depicted so called African American women and and it seemed to insinuate that deciding to terminate a pregnancy is the best way to practice self care. It also seemed to say the men in their lives or at least one men who got them pregnant don't play a role in caring for the family. I am thankful to Dionne Thomas, Elle Chan...

This episode explains how the show went from Courageous Coaching to Sophia Speaks. It's not very long and a bit on the fly, but you'll get the idea. If you'd like to contribute to future episodes, you can do so by going to bit.ly/ineedanswers You can add your name to the list and each time a survey is available, you'll be sent an email. Answering anonymously is an option. See you in the next episo...

Some call it seduction. Some call it using what you got. Some call it manipulation. No matter what you call it, it can have detrimental side effects on your relationship.

If you are looking to buy a home, a car, or another big-ticket item, you should listen to this episode first. Essie Christensen Baines shares with us simple tips to increase your credit score. She explains how anyone can take care of their credit if they pay close attention to detail and exercises patience. Credit repair takes time. Please consider supporting the show. It all helps. Thank you.

Today we chat with Wellness Mentor and Lose Weight Taste Great founder, Tamira Johnelle. She joins us to discuss the dangers of following fad diets and provides practical tips on how to take care of your body the right way.

This is one of the most honest episodes I've ever had with a man. Professor Griff, speaks freely about modern-day relationships and shares a few pointers on how to increase communication and decrease conflict.

Intimate partner abuse happens more often than we know. It probably happens more often than we would like to admit. Dorothea helps women come to terms with what's going on, assess the situation, and come up with a plan to get out safely. Dorothea has also formulated a program to help young ladies be safe on their college campuses. Visit www.sophiaantoine.com to get the links to connect with Doroth...

Joy Voltaire is the Trendy Savings Diva. She teaches women and the occasional man how to spend only $25 per week on groceries and strategically use coupons to save on everything else. Visit www.sophiaantoine.com to get the links to connect with Joy. She is an accidental comedienne and will keep you in stitches while teaching you to save.

In this episode, Richetta Blackmon shares what it means to have a personal brand. She also shares practical examples of what it means to show up consistently online. If you've ever had questions about branding, this is the episode for you. There is also the opportunity to join the Brand Boss Club when Richetta will teach you how to show up how you want to be known.

Lean in as V Taybron, Owner of SavorV.com shares with us how she went from being almost homeless and reading books by candlelight to baking sweet treats and shipping them halfway around the world. Place an order and get a special discount. Listen to the episode to get the coupon code.

Tiffany recounts her bout with severe depression after finding out that she will be a single parent. She shares how she recovered and has made it her mission to support other single mothers.

Chiquita Lindsay is the self-proclaimed Queen of Real Estate. She's worked at a job for more than 30 years when she began to wonder what retirement would look like for her. When she saw the big picture, she did something about it. Lean in to this episode and take notes.

It's important to wrap things up a good as you can prior to starting something new. In this episode, I officially close the door on June. I let you know what worked and what didn't. I share my results from my first Wants & Wins board. Best of all, I share what we have to look forward to in July. Feel free to submit questions/comments on the hotline 786.749.TALK (8255). I'd love to hear from you.

Star Realtor, Antoinette Gabriel shares how she went from a renter that was getting her car towed to a thriving homeowner turned realtor helping others to find their dream homes. In addition to that, Antoinette shares how important it is to have a positive and steadfast mindset when setting goals for home ownership.

In this episode, we chat with Amanda Panda. She is the founder of Mammals for Mental Health as well as the parent of children who had their share of mental health challenges. She is dedicated to being an advocate and stomping out the stigma. We welcome your questions and comments. Call 786-749-TALK (8255) to submit your feedback.

Shaneequa shares how her stepfather never made her feel like a stepdaughter. She tributes her love of reading to him taking her and her siblings to the library and encouraging their love of learning. Listen as she recounts the beautiful memories from her childhood.

Destiny Thomas, a published author and entrepreneur, shares her struggles with growing up without her father, reconnecting with him as a teenager and how wonderful her husband is with their son. We welcome your questions + comments: 786-749-TALK (8255)

In this special Father's Day episode of the podcast, Sheniqua Johnson, RN joins us again to share how her father was an integral part of her life. She readily admits that he wasn't a typical Dad, but he was exactly what she needed WHEN she needed him. Your questions and comments are always welcome: 786-749-TALK (8255)

This interview had me floored. Trinette Stanford shared so many nuggets about health and wellness that she rendered me speechless. I joined her Facebok Group during the interview. If you have questions or comments, call 786-749-TALK (8255).

A solo episode with Coach Sophia Antoine talking about June Goals what to expect from the show in the future. On the heels of losing two well-known celebrities, I am asking that you reach out if you need help. Suicide Hotline - 800-273-TALK (8255) Text Line - crisistexline.org or text HOME to 741741 Spanish - 888-628-9454 To leave a comment or ask a question you'd like answered on the show, call o...

In this episode, we chat with Laura Templeton. She helps women network and make lasting connections with the people they meet. She shares the many shifts she's made in her life and how she's still a Daddy's girl.

In this episode, we chat about May goals and June self-care activities. It's just me us today, no guest, no fluff. Let me know what you think. Call with your questions or comments 786-749-TALK (8255).