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Pause, Sip & Ponder

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Have time to chat? Grab your favorite coffee or whatever desired drink of your choice as we discuss numerous topics from personal growth, relationships, social issues, mental health, faith, and more. Get your double shot of encouragement in your cup today!
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Episodes

Becoming a Mom in 2020 // Glory Brooks #Dear2020

Throughout the years of our lives, we take on different roles in our families, careers, churches, schools etc... These roles become a part of our identity. It develops us into the unique human beings we are today. In this episode, Glory Brooks shares her experience and challenges of becoming a new mother this 2020.

Dec 24, 202038 min

Piece by Piece // Crespatrick De Los Reyes #Dear2020

Listen in to hear the experiences of Crespatrick De Los Reyes, the creator of the clothing brand Cresente Patrico. #Dear2020 #supportlocalbusinesses Follow Crespatric de los Reyes! @crescente.patricio @crespatrick_dlr https://www.cpatricio.com/

Dec 20, 202029 min

21 Things I've Learned at 21

The 20's are weird. I feel like no one really talks about what happens in between besides people saying it will hit you. Here are some of the things I've learned in my experience!

Nov 29, 202038 min

What Keeps You Going?

What keeps you guys going when times get rough? Listen in to hear the voices and stories of some of our fellow Ponderers. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255 Online Counseling: betterhelp.com/ponder

Sep 17, 202030 min

Stop, Drop, and Recover

Sometimes the most difficult part is not just the trial itself but recovering from it. Asels Blog https://powerrrfulmind.wixsite.com/homeblogs/post/dealing-with-disappointments. https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/2020/beirut-explosion-red-cross-treating-the-wounded.html

Aug 05, 202023 min

What Do I Have to Do With It? | Racism, BLM & Dreams of a Better Tomorrow

There's no better time for change than now. Listen to find how how you can be apart of it. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/07/03/us/george-floyd-protests-crowd-size.html https://www.revealnews.org/article/for-people-of-color-banks-are-shutting-the-door-to-homeownership/ (Reveal from the Center for Investigative Reporting) https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2020/02/27/examining-the-black-white-wealth-gap/ http://www.justicepolicy.org/research/12702?utm_source=%2fMarylandYoungAdult&a...

Jul 22, 20201 hr 2 min

The New Normal

What is life gonna look like after this? Will things be normal again? Is this "normal" good for us? Here are my thoughts and prayers for the new chapter ahead for us all.

Jun 25, 202012 min

The Voices in My Head

Ever have those annoying voices in your head that you can't seem to stop? Here's an episode that gives some advice on how to silence them. 6 Steps To Silencing Your Inner Voices (DMN ACTIVITY) - Anxiety Guy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxZaUYMSCl4

Jun 03, 202021 min

What Are You So Afraid Of? (Mike Corey @fearlessandfar)

We all have fears. What's yours? In this episode, special guest Mike Corey, Youtuber and BBC Host of the Travel Channel joins me in a discussion about fear and shares his experience and wisdom on confronting them. Thank you @fearlessandfar for taking the time to share your stories with my listeners! You don't want to miss this episode! Don't forget to subscribe to Mike! He has some inspiring and beautiful content!

May 27, 202049 min

Perfectly Imperfect

There may be some things about yourself that you don't like or you might be ashamed of. You have a few insecurities, flaws and imperfections. Or maybe you have a past that you're ashamed of, and you're worried about what people would think. In this episode, Youth Leader, Hannah Sagaral and I discuss our own imperfections, where it's taken us, and finding God's Grace through our imperfections.

May 13, 202056 min

The Birds Still Sing

Here's an episode of me sharing a poem I made during the quarantine, live from the outdoors. Check out my Youtube Channel to see a video with visuals. Let me know if you want to hear more poems on my podcast! https://youtu.be/r0NIeHtkkPc

May 06, 202010 min

The Art of Mindfulness

Of course, working hard towards your biggest life's goals is important, and sometimes it will take working way more than you wish you would, or sacrificing some time over your wants. But out of our day, have we thought about what is happening at this very moment? Get 10% off your first month of online counselling services with Better Help: betterhelp.com/ponder

Apr 29, 202010 min

Nowhere to Call Home - A Life Without a Country

Nakita is a new friend I made through an online course for Creatives. While getting to learn more about each other I was immediately intrigued when she shared about being Hmong, later learning that they do not have a country of their own. Tune in as Nakita shares her experience growing up Hmong finding herself in the midst of identity confusion, and her advocacy and mission to keeping the heritage alive.

Apr 22, 202050 min

A Shift in Perspective

Hello Ponderers! I know it’s been a while. My aim is to post more on Youtube for you guys. I’ll be uploading all my solo content and snippets of my guest speaker episodes! How do you react to bad days? Listen in as I talk about the importance of gaining new perspectives. Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9-0_pd2fdY&t=7s

Apr 15, 202019 min

Everything Has Its Appointed Time

Anyone feeling anxious about what the future holds with this pandemic going on? I'm sure a lot of us have been raising many questions. In this episode, my guest speaker, Henri is back now with his finished book called "Amor de Mundo" which he will be publishing soon. Listen in as he recites and breaks down certain that brings up topics such as time, pain, purpose, doubt, love and faith. Stay tuned for his book! 9m:56s - The Unknown 17m:47s - Is There a Benefit to knowing? 28m:50s - Cons of Knowi...

Apr 08, 20201 hr 17 min

"I Want a Break..."

Hello Ponderers! I hope you are all safe and healthy in quarantine. I am still motivated as ever to give you guys some content and here is a highly requested one that was done over video call with a special person! Join Gil Wanders and me as we answer your questions, talk openly about our relationship and our experience with arguments. Thank you all for your questions. Do you want to hear more from Ponders and Wanders? If you do, LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE! It would mean the world to us :) Send...

Apr 03, 202049 min

What Are You Running From?

What are you currently running away from? What are you avoiding? Is escaping reality bad?

Mar 26, 202015 min

Like Your Last

With the Corona Virus and living in quarantine at home, it got me thinking, a lot. Are you living fully even with limitations in your life?

Mar 18, 202010 min

The Battle with Self Love

This episode gets deep. How do you feel when you look into the mirror? Can you confidently say that you love yourself? Tune in with Aksara and I as she shares her advice on self confidence and loving yourself. This was my very first time sharing my insecure thoughts about my own body and insecurities. Thank you Aksara for your encouraging and empowering words. Don’t forget to subscribe to Aksara https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwR6anVxk8zjaBARy3mqOg

Mar 11, 202054 min

Is It Worth It?

Is any of it worth it? Giving up on life's hardest situations can seem like the easiest route, especially in the overwhelming moment. What can we do before we make the decision of letting go?

Mar 04, 202015 min

Autopilot

Ever catch yourself exerting too much of your self and energy for people? Love can be blind and sometimes we can lose ourselves in the midst of it. Join me and Annie as we talk about our experience with balancing self love and love for others. Thank you Annie for being such an awesome guest once again. Your strength inspires me! @avec.amour.anna • • • #inspire #podcast #selflove #selfcare #podcast #podcasts #voice #relationships #like #follow #subscribe #girltalk #love #relationships #encourage ...

Feb 26, 202048 min

Hustlin'

Nicole and I had similar circumstances growing up which has affected us in many different ways. With life’s limitations, it took big toll on us. But it has also made us stronger.

Feb 12, 202054 min

Figuring It Out

“So, what’s your plan?” It’s a question that we all heard throughout high school, what we are asked at family gatherings and what are parents ask us frequently. You may be someone who has bold confidence in responding to this question, some of you may feel uncomfortable, and some of us are just content with not really knowing. Wherever you are in life and no matter what age you are, we still get hit with this question. This question can cause us to feel uncertain, uneasy and anxious. How exactly...

Feb 05, 202015 min

Resolutions vs. Intentions

I'm back! Who's excited for Season 2? This New Years themed topic seemed perfect for the month of January and my first episode. What do you think about Resolutions? I might have gave up on resolutions but I found a different way at looking at the New Year. Music by Gil Wanders

Feb 05, 202019 min

Spilling the Anxietea pt. 2

We're back! It's crazy how much can change in our lives after almost one year since my "Spilling the Anxietea" episode with Bailey in Season 1. Things get personal as we reflect on our views of depression from part one to our perspective now and what we've learned from it. Follow Bailey! Blog: thedailybrewwithbd.com Bailey's IG @baileydrew98 Don't hesitate to call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255

Jan 29, 202046 min

Bye... For now!

Season 1 was amazing and it wouldn’t have been done without you guys. See you next year!

Nov 30, 20195 min

20 Thing's I've Learned at 20

It's was my born-day. Here are 20 thing's I've learned so far in life. Is your birthday coming up? I challenge you to jot down things you've learned so far!

Nov 22, 201935 min
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