A farewell episode. I am ready for my new story to begin. And with that said it has been the time of my life sharing Iced Coffee and Self Care with you for the last 5 years. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. As always and forever I hope you do something today and everyday for your own self care. Please keep the conversations going by sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate all the stars, leave a review, share on social media and let others ...
Mar 21, 2024•6 min•Ep. 180
Sometimes the challenging part of self care is accepting that you’ve outgrown the people, places, and things that you used to enjoy. It can be hard to push past what you’ve always known or done. But in order to grow it is necessary. It is okay to move on. *Final call* If you have any questions or comments you want to send me for the final episode please email me at [email protected] or DM on IG @icedcoffeeandselfcare I enjoy hearing from you! Please join the conversation by listenin...
Mar 07, 2024•15 min•Ep. 179
One thing we know for sure is that life goes on! And in those standstill moments we can always give ourselves grace. Also, know that sometimes we move forward in uncertainty and that is okay. This episode I answer some of your questions as we bring closure to our conversations in a few weeks. *Final call* If you have any questions or comments you want to send me for the final episodes please email me at [email protected] or DM on IG @icedcoffeeandselfcare I enjoy hearing from you! P...
Feb 22, 2024•13 min•Ep. 178
Have you ever asked yourself, why do I feel drained, despite continually refilling your cup in ways that you enjoy? Maybe it isn’t that you are pouring too much from your cup, but that your cup is being drained. Today join me as I encourage you to reflect on what empties and refills your cup, along with the challenge of taking a deep look inside to see where the holes may be. If you enjoy this episode please rate all the stars, leave a review, share on social media and let others know how much y...
Feb 01, 2024•10 min•Ep. 177
This first episode of 2024 is a kickoff to our final season, moving forward, and closure. It’s been a wonderful journey as the nearly 5 years have gone by. I am better than when I started this podcast because of you that listen, share, and support me. There are so many great topics we have covered in our morning conversations. Forever Grateful. Thank you. Today join me as I lean into the things that are pushing me forward as time moves on. If you have any questions or comments you want to send m...
Jan 18, 2024•22 min•Ep. 176
This final episode of 2023 is about the changing seasons of life, lessons learned, and being bold enough to do something different. For everyone who is living in a dream that no longer fits their current life this one's for you. *The episodes this season are dedicated to all those listening that need to know you aren’t the only one going through something. Please join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate a...
Nov 09, 2023•16 min•Ep. 175
In this daily walk of life, there will always be some struggles along the way. Sometimes it’s a lesson learned so that you can be and do better. Other times it’s about overcoming and sharing your story of survival in order to help others on their journey. This morning Maaden Eshete Jones joins the conversation to talk about self love, helping others heal through hospitality, and more. This episode is filled with the comfort of sitting down with your girlfriends in a safe space, with a healthy do...
Oct 26, 2023•33 min•Ep. 174
Getting uncomfortable and doing the work doesn’t always go the way you expect. That’s okay because sometimes it goes just the way that you need. Be willing to lean into the flow of growth and love right where you are. *The episodes this season are dedicated to all those listening that need to know you aren’t the only one going through something. Please join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate all the star...
Oct 12, 2023•16 min•Ep. 173
Today Health and Lifestyle Coach Jessica Mitchell joins us to talk about self care, managing chronic diseases, and the events that led her to make changes to actively pursue a healthier lifestyle. She shares part of her personal story to let you know that she has been where you are and how she can help you on your journey to taking better care of yourself. Learn more about today’s guest Jessica Mitchell here and follow @iam_jessicamitchell on IG. *The episodes this season are dedicated to all th...
Sep 28, 2023•28 min•Ep. 172
Despite the parts of life that seem to be falling apart, there is a process for putting the pieces back together. Sometimes what used to work no longer works for your right now needs and that’s okay. Keep doing the work to figure out what that looks like for your life. The episodes this season are dedicated to all those listening that need to know you aren’t the only one going through something. Join me on the journey. Please join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with ...
Sep 14, 2023•19 min•Ep. 171
Even your health coach has days that feel like the walls are closing in and there is no help in sight. This week I want to share some of the ins and outs of how I deal with those days, the good and the ugly part. Ultimately, there is a way to activate the tools that you have and still prioritize self care. It’s a process but worth it. Join me on the journey. Please join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate...
Aug 31, 2023•19 min•Ep. 170
Welcome back to a new season of episodes! Things may seem a bit different this go round as I am taking you with me on my journey this season. We will have our usual laid back conversations but it’ll be even more daily life and I hope it will be relatable. I want you to feel seen as you strive to prioritize taking care of yourself. It is important to know that others are going through things too. Life is life-ing and I get it! Along the way, I hope to share some insights, tips, and resources that...
Aug 24, 2023•25 min•Ep. 169
This week I am checking in to share some updates, words of encouragement, and insight on the permission we all need to give ourselves. Please join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate all the stars, leave a review, share on social media and let others know how this podcast helps you do the work to prioritize self care. Support the podcast via Cash App here or PayPal Me here *Iced Coffee and Self Care* Life...
Jun 20, 2023•19 min
Are you ready for more fun and honest girl talk? Then listening to this episode is a must do to get your day going. In this encore episode host Latorsha, brings back guest LaShawn Wiltz, visual story teller and creator of everydayeyecandy.com. Take note as you hear how this busy mom, wife, and full time blogger (plus more) makes self care a daily priority. Also, get some bonus tips that will change how you think when scheduling your own self care. Connect with Lashawn on IG @lashawnwiltz Please ...
Jun 06, 2023•29 min
This encore episode features Sydney Cooper, MPH, Health Care Consultant and Blogger at Your Health Care Scoop who joined me back in 2019 to discuss the challenges of self care as a millennial woman, overcoming ingrained behaviors in the Black community, access to health care and more. Self care is filled with many layers and ever changing. Do you find yourself trying to figure out how to get more access to what you need? This episode can help! Connect with Sydney on IG @scoop1124 Please join the...
May 23, 2023•42 min
For ALL the moms (and the women who stand in the gap when needed) this replay episode is for you. Too often women are expected to be great in all things, while doing ALL the things. Yet, they are not celebrated for their day to day wins. Today’s guest Trina Small joins the morning conversation to talk about self care, lessons learned, and redefining what it means to be a Super Mom. Learn more about Trina visit HeyTrina.com Shop Super Mom Culture Please join the conversation by listening, sharing...
May 09, 2023•56 min
This episode is my love letter that it’s okay to take a break, go play, and chase joy. Sometimes we spend so much time working with our head down that we forget there is so much new fulfilling life happening all around us. Today, I share with you how I found permission to step back from the established routines and go find what works for the version of who I am today. Article mentioned that helped inspire this episode Who am I without my routines? by Lashawn Wiltz who is the curator of Pouring O...
Apr 25, 2023•14 min
Today Cathryn “Cat” Branch joins the morning conversation to discuss healing, moving into a new phase in life, looking back while still moving forward, turning 40+, and much more. This conversation is a feel good episode that reminds you that you are not alone on your journey. There is a community here that gets you. We hope you join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. Check out Cat’s podcast Forty is the End here or wherever you get your pod...
Apr 11, 2023•58 min
Today we wrap up the 3 part series with special guest Tia Smith. This episode is filled with real life stories about what self care looks like behind the scenes. We talk about parenting, asking for help, plus the ugly parts that people don’t always see. We laugh out loud together in knowing we are not alone in the prioritizing self care journey. We hope you join the conversation by listening, sharing and talking about it with your friends and family. If you enjoy this episode please rate all the...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 13 min
The conversation continues as we get deeper into the middle parts where we grow and do the most work. It’s the parts usually not seen. It’s the ugly phase. Yet, there is power in the aches and pains that can help support others along the way, particularly in the knowing it wasn’t easy and didn’t happen overnight. This episode is about the uncomfortable layers of self care that impact us on a daily basis, often not talked about. Today, I get into part 2 of the series by discussing exercise, body ...
Feb 21, 2023•23 min
In this daily walk of life, there will always be some struggles along the way. Sometimes it’s a lesson learned so that you can be and do better. Other times it’s about overcoming and sharing your story of survival in order to help others on their journey. This morning Maaden Eshete Jones joins the conversation to talk about self love, helping others heal through hospitality, and more. This episode is filled with the comfort of sitting down with your girlfriends in a safe space, with a healthy do...
Feb 07, 2023•35 min
Often we only get the snapshots, usually the beginning and ending, of the stories that people share, whether in health, business, or life in general. But sometimes it’s in the middle where we grow and do the most work. It’s the parts usually not seen. It’s the ugly phase. Yet, there is power in the aches and pains that can help support others along the way, particularly in the knowing it wasn’t easy and didn’t happen overnight. This episode is about the uncomfortable layers of self care that imp...
Jan 24, 2023•32 min
At the turn of every year, there is so much focus on the lists of things to do, the resolutions, the goals, and all the things. These things are definitely encouraged, but let’s turn some of that energy towards the things that don’t serve our mind, body, and soul in the way that we need. This episode is about the things I ain’t doing that also help prioritize self care. Sometimes it isn’t about doing more to be better but doing less to be our best. I am sure you may have some things you need to ...
Jan 10, 2023•18 min
As the end of 2022 approaches, let's take a quick glimpse back over how far we have come with a quick recap. Then we get into dealing with endings and new beginnings. It is a perfect time to work on closure for the things that happened (not just this year but any year) in our life that we need to turn the page on. Not to forget, but move forward with a lighter load. Self care has so many layers to it and we pull back another part in today’s conversation. This episode is about acknowledging the e...
Dec 13, 2022•30 min
As the gift giving holidays approach, we must not forget about ourselves. It's always fun to treat yourself with your favorite purchases, but there are some free gifts that you can also give to yourself all year round. Pampering yourself and being more vulnerable may not be natural and has to be learned, but you deserve it. This episode is about ways to love yourself, the power of forgiveness, and speaking up about what you really want for your holiday gifts. If you enjoy this episode please rat...
Nov 29, 2022•23 min
No matter how big or small the reason, there is power in being grateful. Yes, it’s just that simple. This episode is about the benefits that being grateful adds to your self care. A few moments a day can help change your life in all the ways that you need. Join the conversation and give being grateful a try. If you don’t try, you’ll never know. If you enjoy this episode please rate, leave a review, share on social media and let others know how this podcast helps you do the work to prioritize sel...
Nov 15, 2022•14 min
It’s that time of year, that you either love it or hate it. That’s right we are gearing up for the holidays. And one of the biggest parts of it is family, food, and foolishness. These are things that play a big role in our self care, whether we admit it or not. This episode we chat about some of the MANY ways that family brings out the best and worst in us. Sometimes we have to make difficult decisions that our loved ones might not like, but choosing oneself is the better option. And let’s not f...
Nov 01, 2022•19 min
Everyone wants to win in every season of life, but yet some seasons just aren’t about winning. The lessons are more important than getting to the next level. As we strive to prioritize self care and do the work, some seasons require us to get really uncomfortable. It may seem silent but the signs are all around us once we turn inward and get in tune with ourselves. This episode we get into the parts of self care that aren’t always talked about because it’s not easy to see. It’s the lessons in th...
Oct 18, 2022•27 min
You know how you always update your devices with necessary upgrades that allow them to function at an improved level? Well, the same concept applies to your life and self care. It is important that we evaluate the improvements that we need to install for our life. Sometimes what used to work doesn’t work as well anymore, and that’s okay. It’s just time to update for what we need right now. This episode we talk about self preservation, installing an update for your life and necessary upgrades, pl...
Sep 13, 2022•35 min
It’s true that we are super in many things that we do on a daily basis. In some ways it’s like a badge of honor to be super. But let’s be clear, we are not superheroes. Are you trying to do things that require superhuman powers and strength to get it all done? Maybe the reason you are struggling is because you are trying to be something that you are not. Superheroes aren’t real so why are you trying to be one? This episode we talk about boundaries, what it means to be a superhero, and a reminder...
Aug 30, 2022•30 min
