Unpacking with The Leonard Sisters

To celebrate our first year of Unpacking with the Leonard Sisters , we did something special. Each of us brought a few of our favorite quotes to the table, our own words that have shaped, stretched, or inspired us. Then, we swapped! We weren't just unpacking our own quotes, but we responded to each other’s. The result? Honest, heartfelt reflections, a little laughter, and some unexpected wisdo...

To celebrate our first year of Unpacking with the Leonard Sisters , we did something special. Each of us brought a few of our favorite quotes to the table, our own words that have shaped, stretched, or inspired us. Then, we swapped! We weren't just unpacking our own quotes, but we responded to each other’s. The result? Honest, heartfelt reflections, a little laughter, and some unexpected wisdom. T...

In this episode,we dive into a fun, free-flowing conversation all about self-care -- the little rituals, mindset shifts, and daily habits that help us show up as our best selves. We volley back and forth sharing ideas, from simple solo moments to creative ways to recharge when life gets busy. Whether you’re new to self-care or looking to deepen your practice, join us for some relatable insights, h...

This episode is follow-up to part 3 of the Feeling Foggy episodes. We teach you our CLEAR framework to rid yourself of the fog in your life. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here and helps us keep creating content that fuels your growth. We’d be so grateful if you did! As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on...

In the two-part episode we’re having an open-hearted conversation about uncertainty, transition, and how to live well even when clarity feels far away. We share deeply personal stories of what it feels like when life is unclear and we offer empowering soul shifts to help you navigate these foggy seasons. Through these shifts, we explore what it really means to be in transition and equip you with o...

In the two-part episode we’re having an open-hearted conversation about uncertainty, transition, and how to live well even when clarity feels far away. We share deeply personal stories of what it feels like when life is unclear and we offer empowering soul shifts to help you navigate these foggy seasons. Through these shifts, we explore what it really means to be in transition and equip you with o...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of living a soft life. We introduce our SOFT framework and share our real-life experiences. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here—and helps us keep creating content that fuels your growth. We’d be so grateful if you did! As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on Insta...

In this part 2 of 2 episode we continue the conversation on the often overlooked concept of spiritual bypassing. In last week's part 1, we talked about what spiritual bypassing is, how to recognize it, why it’s so tempting, and why it's detrimental for healing and growth. In today's episode we share our GRACE for growth framework to help you move from bypassing to deeper, more honest c...

In this part 1 of 2 episode we are digging into the often overlooked concept of spiritual bypassing. We talk about what it is, how to recognize it, why it’s so tempting, and why it's detrimental for healing and growth. Join us next week where we’ll share GRACE for grwoth framework to help you move from bypassing to deeper, more honest connection -- with yourself, with God, and with others. If you’...

In this episode, we are thrilled to once again bring you into one of our daily habits, gratitude sharing -- or as we sometimes call it, counting our blessings. It's more of a casual exchange, but if you pay attention, you'll note plenty of jewels are still being dropped. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here—and helps us keep c...

In this episode, we go through the S.H.E.D. framework to help us unlearn things that hinder us from growth. Let's bloom beautifully together! Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here—and helps us keep creating content that fuels your growth. We’d be so grateful if you did! As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us o...

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to lead while you're still learning. Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about showing up with what you know and a willingness to keep growing. We’re unpacking the GROW framework to help you embrace the messy middle with confidence and grace. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear...

In this quick Power Pockets episode, we touch on the power of self-accountability, not as punishment, but as self-trust in action. You'll be invited to consider where you need more discipline, where you need more grace, and how to bolster your self-accountability. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here—and helps us keep crea...

In this Power Pocket episode, we’re unpacking a powerful truth: Dreams Delayed are NOT Dreams Denied! You may have a stack of dreams from your past that have yet to happen, but there is still time. Don't allow your past to keep you in a personal prison. The time is NOW! Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more women hear what we’re building here—and helps us keep cr...

In this Power Pocket episode, we’re unpacking a powerful truth: It’s just criticism. Step over it. Keep going. Stay in the contest. If you’ve ever been slowed down by someone’s opinion or ready to bow out because of judgment this episode is your reminder that criticism doesn’t deserve a seat at your decision-making table. Loving what we bring you week to week? Leaving a quick review helps more wom...

For the next 4 weeks, The Leonard Sisters will be releasing Power Pockets of inspiration leading up to our 5-Day 5 G's of Joy Challenge. In this episode, we unpack the importance of celebrating YOU! As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on Instagram: @queendrlife (LaKeesha) and @jaqualialynn (JaQualia) AND share with your growth friends! Each of us would also really love to have...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, we have a casual yet meaningful conversation with our teenage sons. We talk about what motherhood looks like from their perspective, how they see us as moms—and what they’ve learned growing up with us. From laughter to unexpected insight, this episode is a reminder that the mother-child relationship is always evolving—and sometimes, the best way to celebrate i...

In this episode, we talk about the underrated power of play. Play isn’t just for kids—it’s an investment in your mental clarity, emotional well-being, and overall effectiveness. If you’ve been feeling stuck, heavy, or just overly serious about life, this episode is your permission slip to lighten up and have some fun while you get it done. As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us o...

In this episode, we deep dive into why YOUR voice matters. We introduce our TALK framework to help you embrace your voice which leads to more meaningful connections and deeper growth. Tune in, reflect, and TALK it out—your voice matters more than you know. 💜 As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on Instagram: @queendrlife (LaKeesha) and @jaqualialynn (JaQualia) AND share with y...

In this episode, we unpack the drive for control —that internal tension so many of us feel when life feels uncertain or our desire for certain outcomes is strong. While the desire for control is natural, living in that space can leave us exhausted and disconnected from joy. We invite you to consider what it looks like to FLOW—our 4-piece framework that leads you to shift from force to flow to crea...

In this episode, we explore how choosing to see the good, the positive, and the beautiful —even in the midst of chaos—can transform the way we lead, grow, and show up in life. We live in a world that too often highlights the negative, so we get the opportunity to flip the focus, by giving you practical tips on shifting your perspective. As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on I...

In this episode we decided to have an impromptu chat with one another as an extension of the Women's History Series. You'll hear some of the same questions that came up over the last 4 episodes, but this time hear responses from our perspective. As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on Instagram: @queendrlife (LaKeesha) and @jaqualialynn (JaQualia) AND share with your gr...

During the month of March we’re celebrating Women’s History Month through a series of conversations with women who have made an impact in our lives personally. In this episode we here from Kathy Starks as she shares about the importance of a village, how she's impacting the world around her, and how she has evolved as a woman. Contact Kathy via email at kathy.starks@yahoo.com or via Facebook at ht...

This week, as we’re celebrating Women’s History Month, we continue our series of conversations with women who have made an impact in our lives personally. In this episode, we hear from Shaheedrah Strong, as she shares her personal growth journey. Contact at Shaheedrah via email at shaheedrah05@yahoo.com or via IG - @ShaheedrahS. As you hear things that resonate with you, please tag us on Instagram...

During the month of March we’re celebrating Women’s History Month through a series of conversations with women who have made an impact in our lives personally. In this episode we here from Queen Dianne Foote as she shares about her personal growth journey. She also shares a piece of her creative side with us through her spoken word piece, Tender Blooms . Contact at Dianne via email at footes2016@g...