Hey Sis! I've been gone for a few weeks resting, regrouping, and prepping for a dope new season! This season we're exploring topics like cannabis as self-care, the power of traditional medicine modalities such as acupuncture, real body positivity, conscious parenting, sisterhood, the complexities of modern relationships, self-image, and so much more. As always, I’ll share my struggles and triumphs as I navigate my own wellness journey along with wellness finds in the On my radar segment. This se...
Apr 27, 2021•2 min•Ep. 31
“You should only seek to impress two people- your eight-year-old self and your eighty-year-old self”. - Unknown Guest Feature: Christina Rice is the founder of OmNoire- a wellness social community for women of color dedicated to living well from the inside out. Their mission is to connect like-minded women through our events, retreats and online platform to cultivate strength, growth and positive manifestation in all areas of their lives. They believe that life truly begins through the interconn...
Apr 06, 2021•47 min•Ep. 30
Apply to the From 9-5 to Consultant Accelerator Scholarship here! Guest Feature: This episode features a conversation with Naya the Creative, the Founder of House of Brand Therapy- a brand development agency and education space that focuses on creating profitable brands. Their educational materials (courses, accelerators, training, etc.) have been designed for Black women who’d like to build high-quality, one-of-a-kind brands but struggle with imposter syndrome. In honor of Women’s History Month...
Mar 24, 2021•34 min•Ep. 29
Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do. - Brene Brown Guest Feature: Meghan Watson is a psychotherapist , writer, consultant, and content creator who is focused on helping you get connected to your best self. She specializes in helping people understand their emotions, and develop the necessary insights to grow into exactly who they want to be. She focuses primarily on emotion management, life transitions, relationship, and food/body im...
Mar 23, 2021•37 min•Ep. 28
Happy Anniversary!! March 6 marks the 1 year anniversary of the Be Well, Sis Podcast and I'm so grateful for each and every one of you! In this solo episode, I'm catching up with you and sharing some of the happenings in my life. I share: Reminders for physical wellbeing Tips for being productive while managing anxiety Reminders of why you should be proud of yourself How to keep showing up- even when you don't feel like it On my Radar: I am Everything by Beautiful Chorus; Hey Queen by Beautiful ...
Mar 09, 2021•21 min•Ep. 27
"Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going". Guest Spotlight: Jade Kearney is a Mental Health Expert, Advocate, and Founder/CEO of She Matters , a new community designed to support and meet the mental health needs of Black women. We discussed: Her journey to creating a mental health app while in graduate school at NYU Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Exposure Therapy Changing our language around mental health/wellness Confronting postpartu...
Feb 23, 2021•41 min•Ep. 26
“Those who master money are free to serve others still mastered by it”. – Orrin Woodward Generally speaking, we rarely discuss the connection between our financial health its effect on our overall wellbeing. Today's episode addresses the very tangible link between the two. Guest Feature: Jamila is not only the founder but also the host of the award-winning podcast called Journey to Launch. She teaches everyday people like teachers, working professionals, and busy parents how to eliminate debt, s...
Feb 16, 2021•32 min•Ep. 25
"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."- Maya Angelou Today's guest is the embodiment of all of the above! Guest Spotlight: Nakeisa Jackson is a certified life coach & mentor, registered nurse, speaker, author, blogger, and wellness advocate. While in college she received a diagnosis of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). After receiving this news, she decided to get educated on the disease and...
Feb 09, 2021•36 min•Ep. 24
Happy Black History Month! Guest Spotlight: Layo George is the founder of Wolomi—an app that supports women of color in improving their maternal health outcomes. While working as a labor and delivery nurse, she witnessed first-hand the disparities that women of color face during their perinatal periods. So, she created Wolomi to help women who look like her receive professional advice and recommendations during their pregnancy journeys and commune with one another in safe, nurturing spaces. Disc...
Feb 02, 2021•27 min•Ep. 23
Have you ever felt that even though you had all the experience/education/applicable skills that you still didn’t belong in the room? That even though you’ve gotten the job, that you didn’t really belong? That, my friend, is Imposter Syndrome. Let’s talk about it! Guest Feature: Christine Carino is a passionate coach committed to empowering people to live lives aligned with who they truly are so that they can lead consciously and impactfully. She is the founder of Conscious Thrive - with the beli...
Jan 26, 2021•28 min•Ep. 22
Guest Feature: Janelle King is a Registered Nurse with a Master's degree in Public Health. During her nursing career she has spent many years educating young women about reproductive and sexual health. In her spare time, you can find writing about reproductive health and wellness on her blog thenursenote.com Discussion Highlights: Vaginal Health and Wellness Tips Cervical Cancer Screening Info The importance of establishing a relationship with your healthcare provider Self advocacy and your righ...
Jan 19, 2021•30 min•Ep. 21
Happy New Year!! In this episode, Cassandre discusses the importance of intentionally creating time and space for self care and cultivating a profound relationship with yourself. On My Radar: Peak and Valley : Medicinal Mushroom and Herbal Supplements for Holistic Wellness Health in Her Hue : A digital platform connecting Black women to culturally competent healthcare providers, telehealth services, and health content. More: Article referenced for tips Article on Falling in love with self Join t...
Jan 06, 2021•13 min•Ep. 20
Join me as we take a reflective walk through 2020 and strategize on how to better care for ourselves in the coming year. This episode features a variety of questions that serve as journaling prompts that inspire self reflection. ________ Song of the day (played at episode conclusion): We Got a Love Thang by CeCe Peniston __________ Let's connect: join me on Instagram or send me an email at hello@thebewellsis.com ! Be well, Sis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
Dec 15, 2020•20 min•Ep. 19
“If you look for perfection , you'll never be content.” Today's episode features a dynamic conversation with 2 incredible women- the CEO/Co-Founder of Momotaro Apotheca and an NYC-based Ob/Gyn. Lindsay Wynn and Dr. Mare share their insight on everything vaginal wellness and we explore the roots of toxic perfectionism. About Momotaro Apotheca: Momotaro Apotheca is a certified organic and cruelty-free vulvovaginal care line that supports your body’s natural ability to heal. Our proactive plant-bas...
Nov 24, 2020•44 min•Ep. 18
This week we're joined by Breeshia Wade See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Nov 10, 2020•43 min•Ep. 17
“Self-acceptance is my refusal to be in an adversarial relationship with myself.” Today we speak with the inspiring and insightful Whitney. She walks us through how being diagnosed with a rare chronic illness in her young adulthood really shaped her. Whitney says “ I am here to offer my expertise in pushing past barriers, preparing yourself for success, building confidence, fearless empowerment and unrelenting strength” She goes on to say that “despite what the doctors and everyone thought, I wa...
Nov 03, 2020•39 min•Ep. 16
Join me as I detail my own story of burnout and why I've become so passionate about self-care. In this episode I breakdown what the meaning of radical self-care and how to self-assess. 1. Readjust your inner voice 2. Take an honest inventory 3. Write it out Link to radical self love article Download the FREE accompanying guide here ! Get in touch with me on IG or on the BWS site . Be well, sis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...
Oct 28, 2020•23 min•Ep. 15
Join me as I detail my own story of burnout and why I've become so passionate about self-care. In this episode I breakdown what the meaning of radical self-care and how to self-assess. 1. Readjust your inner voice 2. Take an honest inventory 3. Write it out Download the FREE accompanying guide here ! Get in touch with me on IG or on the BWS site . Be well, sis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 28, 2020•23 min•Ep. 14
Season 2 episode 2 features the incredible Dr. Lexx Brown James. She's a best-selling author, licensed marriage and family therapist, and certified sex educator. Our conversation takes many different turns as we deep dive into intimacy, barriers to intimacy, sexual liberation and dismanteling sexual shame and stigmas in our community. Song of the day: Break you off by the Roots ft. Musiq Soulchild Dr. Lexx's book recommendations: These are my eyes, this is my nose, this is my vulva by Dr. Lexx B...
Oct 20, 2020•38 min•Ep. 13
We're back!!! After taking a much needed break- we discuss the importance of rest in our community. Guest spotlight : Today's episode features the dynamic Kayla Butler (@sprdlove), host of the Lay with Kay podcast . Kayla Butler is a South Florida native with a love for yoga, history, and understanding human behavior. It was a combination of curiosity and personal experience with mental health illnesses in her own family that led her to pursue an education in psychology at Nova Southeastern Univ...
Oct 13, 2020•39 min•Ep. 12
We're (almost) BACK!!! Just an update to let you know where I've been, what I've been up to, and when to expect the show to be back in action. Mark your calendars for the season 2 debut on October 13th! We'll be back with more thought provoking conversations and information to equip you to live your best live on your own terms! In the meantime, be well, Sis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Sep 15, 2020•4 min•Ep. 11
One in seven women in the U.S. suffers from Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Black mothers suffer at even higher rates and are less likely to be treated. For this reason, this conversation is extremely important not only for expectant mothers, but also for all of us because we’re either personally affected or have known someone who is silently suffering. Guest spotlight: This week we spoke to Tiffany Thompson and Whitney Coble, the dynamic duo behind the North Carolina based non-profit orga...
Jul 22, 2020•44 min•Ep. 10
"Someone else will be inspired by the part of your story you're ashamed of."- Nakeia Homer Guest spotlight: Just a girl from the projects who decided not to settle is a phrase Nakeia uses to share her story. She believes that behind every dope woman is a story only she can tell. As a writer, speaker, mentor, and writing consultant, Nakeia's story, her words and her hustle has made her a great resource for women. Her music has found its way to the top of the Billboard Charts, and her work as a vi...
Jun 30, 2020•31 min•Ep. 9
This week's episode is a departure from the usual show format. There is no featured guest. Instead, I try my best to articulate how I've been feeling these past few weeks and reiterate the purpose of this podcast. I'm incredibly grateful for each and everyone of you and truly hope you're well. Org anizations to support: The Color of Change - The nation’s largest online racial justice organization... they move decision-makers in corporations and government to create a more human and less hostile ...
Jun 14, 2020•15 min•Ep. 8
In this episode, we speak to Courtney Underwood- the founder and CEO of the HR consulting firm- Kassar Consulting as well as the owner of lifestyle apparel brand - Passports and Purpose. While being a multi-passionate mompreneur with two thriving businesses, she created multiple streams of income that are both sustainable and high performing. She affirms that while it’s no easy feat, it's possible. As an HR Alignment Strategist at Kassar Consulting , Courtney teaches entrepreneurs and small busi...
May 21, 2020•38 min•Ep. 7
"Just pray it away!" "Take it to the Lord in prayer". If you're Black and ever confided in an elder about possibly seeking therapy, you've likely been given one of these responses {insert eyeroll}. This week, we're joined by Aly Brown- also affectionately known as Aly B, as we delve into our experiences with therapy, discuss the intersection of faith and therapy, and the importance of finding a culturally competent therapist. Guest Spotlight: Aly B is the host of Shades of Brown, a podcast that ...
May 07, 2020•33 min•Ep. 6
"My son, Joshua, died in 2014 during my 39th week of pregnancy. I was just a few days shy of my due date. After we received news that he no longer had a heartbeat, I knew my life would change forever"- Caroline, Founder of Parents of An Angel and author of Heartache, Heatling, & Hope: The Store of One Mom's Courageous Journey After Pregnancy Loss This episode features the lovely founder of Parentsofangel.com - an online destination devoted to supporting grieving families after such a loss. A...
Apr 28, 2020•40 min•Ep. 5
Guest Spotlight: In this episode, we spoke with Florie Johnson- a California-based Intuitive, Reiki Healer, Feather energy cleanser, Alternative Health Expert, and mother who uses a variety of tools to help her clients turn their pain into power. This episode is crucial, not only, for those looking to start their wellness journey, but also, for those looking for new tools to add to their wellness arsenal. We discussed: How to use your kitchen as your medicine cabinet How to use gratitude to shif...
Apr 01, 2020•51 min•Ep. 4
Guest Spotlight: This week, we had the pleasure of speaking with Alishia McCollough - a North Carolina based therapist, author, poet, and social justice worker. We discussed: Her journey and experience as a Black Therapist Eating Disorders and Disordered eating in Black and Brown communities Racial disparities in diagnosing eating disorders in marginalized communities The importance of having and enforcing boundaries for mental health Tips/coping strategy for the anxiety inducing news Where to f...
Mar 27, 2020•34 min•Ep. 3
Guest Spotlight: Marsha Hoffman, of Salut Nutrition , is an NYC based Registered Dietitian, wellness blogger, avid traveler, and food enthusiast who is passionate about experiencing different cultures through food. While nutrition is important, she believes life is meant to be enjoyed and stresses that having balance is a crucial part of wellness. She also shared her journey on becoming a Registered Dietitian and offered great tips for those also considering a career as a Registered Dietitian. W...
Mar 11, 2020•53 min•Ep. 2
