Woman, I Am You

Welcome to the powerful conclusion of Season 2 of Woman, I Am You! On this week's episode, I sit down with the inspiring and accomplished Lisa Foster to tackle a challenge we all face: how to keep working on ourselves when life feels like a whirlwind of competing priorities. Lisa, a trailblazing real estate developer, community leader, and award-winning entrepreneur, shares her personal journey of...

In this episode of Woman, I Am You, we dive into the real struggles of managing life when everything feels like a priority—something we all face. From juggling work, family, and personal goals to finding time for self-care, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the key takeaway: it’s not about doing it all; it’s about doing what truly matters. I share practical strategies like creating a “real...

In Episode 19 of Woman, I Am You, we dive deep into the art of trusting yourself and the process with the incredible Ms. Catrice Armstrong, an Expert Brand Strategist and powerhouse entrepreneur. Together, we explore the delicate balance between perseverance and pivoting, uncovering how to overcome fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism to make empowered decisions. Through candid stories and actionab...

This episode of Woman, I Am You is a must-watch if you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or wondered whether to keep pushing toward your goals or pivot to something new. We’re diving deep into what it truly means to trust yourself and trust the process, exploring why so many of us struggle with fear, impatience, and comparison, and offering practical strategies to break free from self-doubt. I...

In this episode of Woman, I Am You, we dive into the profound yet often hidden forces of self-doubt, guilt, shame, and how these can hold us back from reaching our full potential. Joined by Attorney India Rios, an inspiring trademark and business law expert dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, we explore what it means to “play it small” and how to shift our self-talk to break through these limit...

In this transformative episode of Woman, I Am You, we dive deep into the silent struggles of self-doubt, shame, guilt, and the tendency to play small. These emotions often creep into our lives unnoticed, influencing our choices, holding us back, and limiting the joy and fulfillment we deserve. Together, we'll unpack what each of these feelings looks like, exploring how they shape our decisions and...

In today's episode, we will discuss, “Seeing Yourself in A Situation. How Can We Take A Step Back and Watch Ourselves From The Sidelines? Are We Leading with Love, Anger, Fear?” Joining us today is a very special guest, Ms. Portia King. Portia King is a multi-media personality, host and moderator based out of Chicago. Her elegance, confidence and personality have allowed her to work with various l...

In Episode 14, "Seeing Yourself in a Situation," we explore the power of stepping back and observing ourselves from the sidelines. What does it mean to watch ourselves in real time, and how can this shift in perspective reveal whether we’re leading with love, anger, or fear? This awareness is crucial because it allows us to better understand how we project our emotions onto others. Often, we assum...

On this episode, we connect with Ms. Nadia Patterson, who is an Integration Developer for Endeavor Health, she is a wife and mother of 2 wonderful boys and has recently taken on a new challenge as co-owner of New Line Tavern, a neighborhood bar in Chicago’s Fulton River District. We discuss times in her life where she was disconnected to her inner voice, her thoughts on distinguishing the differen...

In this powerful episode, we explore the importance of staying connected to your inner voice, especially when life feels overwhelming. Discover why tuning into your authentic self matters and what happens when you lose that connection. We'll uncover common reasons for feeling disconnected and share practical strategies to help you rediscover your inner voice, so you can move forward with renewed c...

In this episode, we explore the concept of finding inner joy and its significance in our lives. We discuss the various "joy stealers" that can negatively impact our perspective, including external pressures, overthinking, and unrealistic self-expectations, all of which can disconnect us from our true happiness. By identifying these challenges, we aim to empower listeners to make meaningful changes...

As we walk along this journey, how do we help the next person find their way as we continue to find our way? How does paying it forward impact the lives of others and you as well? Interview: Larvetta Loftin In this episode, we have the privilege of welcoming an extraordinary guest, Larvetta Loftin. She will share her unique perspective on the importance of paying it forward and how it has shaped h...

In this episode, I will be interviewing Ms. Katie Moore. She is the owner and CEO of four Kiddie Academy’s;  Bolingbrook, Darien, Oak Park, Countryside/LaGrange, and is looking to open up her 5th location in Orland Park. She is also the owner of RK Hair Salon in Chicago, On Par Sports Bar & Grill in Darien, and the co-owner of Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Chandler, Arizona. Katie will discuss her e...

Episode 8 focuses on creating a mental model of what you want to achieve. It involves forming a clear and detailed cognitive representation or framework of your goals, desires, and aspirations in your mind and putting it down on paper. This mental model serves as a blueprint or plan that helps you understand, visualize, and strategize how to attain your objectives. Now, you can take action on your...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of having a very special guest. Ms. Monika Zbella. Monika is a native of Tarnow, a small town in Poland. She is a licensed esthetician, nail technician, CEO and owner of Magnolia salon, and mother of two amazing kids. Monica has over 20 years experience in the beauty industry.

Where are we spending our time and energy? There are events, challenges, and experiences in our lives that are out of our control. Where do we place our time and energy? Is it problem thinking, complaining and negative, or possibility thinking, positive and solution-based thinking? What is the story we tell ourselves? Do we speak negatively to ourselves about what we are capable of, or do we speak...

In this episode, Ms. Shannon Bonner explores what guides her decisions, when it is time to pivot, how she has overcome challenges, and what she has learned along the way. She will provide ideas and suggestions on how to get clear about what you want out of life and ensure that your choices and decisions are aligned. Guest: Melanie K. Hall - Instagram - @melaniekhallcpc, @insightstherapeuticservice...

Let’s explore how behaviors shape choices and choices create habits. I’ve learned that when the three align, we begin to see opportunities where we had not before. Together, we’ll reflect on choices, ponder purpose, and make decisions that serve our dreams. I’ll share my journey of separating from my husband and how it led to profound self-discovery. We’ll wrap up with key action steps to pursue y...

In this episode, we continue discussing acceptance with Melanie K. Hall. Melanie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist-II, an EMDR Therapist, Lead Psychotherapist, and CEO of Insight Therapeutic Services, LLC. She is at the forefront of providing transformative mental health services for counseling and coaching, with a group practice dedicated to help...

In this episode, we dive into the pivotal realization that understanding who you are is the key to unlocking gratitude for your present and paving the way for the positive changes you desire. I’ll share a piece of my life-changing realization, and I hope my revelation will catalyze your self-awareness. Grab your journal and take notes. Episode 2 is about empowering you to embark on a journey of se...

This episode introduces who Nickole Ragsdale is and what Woman I Am You is all about.  It is the story of what prompted me to begin this journey to start a podcast to empower, encourage, inspire, and enlighten women to move through what has held them back in the past and give them the tools to help take the steps moving forward to find your joy and become the best you. Each episode will provide su...