If Leadership Is Influence then who around you would say that you have been vital to helping them get to their next level? In our families, businesses, and communities, the skill of leadership is essential to thriving, vision, and a culture of accountability. In this episode we'll unpack some of the most essential lessons of leadership we believe have been key to our success ! Tap in with us for a check in! - Darnell & Traci Grab your SELF TALK MERCH TODAY 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 https://theselftalkexp...
Jun 30, 2022•13 min
Having a circle of accountability to maintain a positive, progressive, and inspired state is key to your journey with building positive self talk. In this episode we’ll unpack and help you check in with how you are doing. We discuss : CHANGING WITHIN YOUR CIRCLE : What do you do when it seems like you may be outpacing your circle of influence. THE POWER OF AFFIRMATIONS : Why it is important to frame what you are saying as “I AM” as opposed to “ I WILL.” CREATING A CULTURE OF ACCOUNTABILITY : How...
Jun 23, 2022•17 min
Without problems , there aren’t solutions ! Being solution oriented is going to be key to positive self talk, going to a next level, and having a massive impact. Our ability to look for the answers and resolutions to life’s challenges determine our levels of energy, enthusiasm, and ability to get what we want out of life. In this episode we’ll unpack the importance of : Resourcefulness : having the ability to see the best in people and in things to help us get to the solution we are looking for....
Jun 17, 2022•18 min
When we change how we view, talk about, and ask questions regarding the law of changes in our lives, we will go to the next level! In this episode we will be unpacking the ability every has to : Embrace The Power Of Change : living through life, it is inevitable that things will change in you around you, because of you, and without you. Take Time To Reflect : How to not be triggered by the inevitable fact of change but how to take time to embrace mentally and emotionally what is about to happen....
Jun 09, 2022•19 min
There are people we meet in life who leave an undeniable impact on us and cause us to be inspired by the way they live. Mercedes Suarez is our dear friend of 22 years, joins us on the Self Talk Experience to talk about her journey of choosing faith over fear and the Power of Your Yes! After moving to the U.S. from Ecuador at the age of 14, she is truly a hero, ultimate success story and example of what it takes to have a life of abundance. The Beautiful ( and painful) Experience of Immigrants : ...
Jun 02, 2022•46 min
What makes people give up and quit? How do you navigate life's most difficult challenges? We are being interviewed by our dear friend of 26 years Mike Humes! It is rare to get to know, do life with, and even build a business with someone who epitomizes so much of what you believe in and seeks to do life with you! Mike wanted to sit down and unpack our story, keys to success, and lessons learned from the hardest of times while on the road to freedom. We will unpack : - The origin story of how we ...
May 26, 2022•31 min
Do you find it difficult to say NO to those you love? Is it a challenge to be your most authentic self when around others that you enjoy having fun with ? How do you handle the circles that you are in as they may have more influence over you than you would like? On this episode we'll dive into CONQUERING PEOPLE PLEASING! We dive into : Boundaries in relationships: The need you have to define the congruence between your goals and your actions. Getting over the problem of saying NO and embracing y...
May 19, 2022•25 min
One of the greatest attributes one can give in their relationship to themselves and to others is transparency: the ability to be authentically yourself, truthful, and vulnerable. In this episode we will unpack the power, principles, and promises of The Gift Of Transparency. We’ll discuss: - The definition of transparency : how to gauge and be aware if you are practicing it in your relationships or not. -Asking Questions vs. Making Statements : the influence you can have in relationships by phras...
May 12, 2022•32 min
We're back for another very special episode! It's time to get to know Mrs. Self ! We listened to some of your most requested questions to get to know Mrs. "Self Talk" herself more and this is our gift to you! A full podcast answering your questions! Get ready as their will be some surprises and of course plenty of gems! Connect with our Sponsors Visit our sponsor BLUXE Boutique and use the code ‘ SELFTALK’ for 15% off. http://bluxe.shop Fresh Air, LLC Stanley Neal 202-359-3923 Stan.nealjr@fresha...
May 05, 2022•31 min
Our ability and commitment to practice abundant thinking and an attitude of gratitude will propel us to new heights if we commit to the process! Going through financial struggles, facing difficulty in business, navigating relationship issues, experiencing foreclosure and losing cars have all been a part of our journey. In this episode we recall our practice of gratitude and how it helped us to materialize the life of our dreams! We discuss : Practicing gratitude: using the skill and tapping into...
Apr 28, 2022•38 min
In this very special episode we are getting to know Darnell Self! We listened to some of your most requested questions to get to know Mr. "Self Talk" himself more and this is our gift to you! A full podcast answering your questions! Get ready as their will be some surprises and of course plenty of gems! Connect with our Sponsors Visit our sponsor BLUXE Boutique and use the code ‘ SELFTALK’ for 15% off. http://bluxe.shop Fresh Air, LLC Stanley Neal 202-359-3923 Stan.nealjr@freshairllc.com Monte S...
Apr 21, 2022•31 min
Mike Humes, our brother, our friend, and business partner is here! Known to so many as "Mr. Mailman to Millionaire." After working for the United States Postal Service at the age of 26, he was able to retire and experience the life of his dreams! In this episode we discuss : His experience of growing up in Washington DC and childhood lessons. The power of vision and intentionality. Millionaire Mindsets : What it takes to make, sustain, and plan for the future as a man building wealth. Legacy and...
Apr 14, 2022•45 min
Your perceived FAILURES and FLAWS can really be your GIFTS! There is so much power in healing and learning from our shortcomings, temporary limitations, and hangups. - Giving yourself permission to expand your comfort zone. - Doing an assessment on the things that will hold you back from having greater relationships, better finances, and a more joyful existence. - The connection between growth and pain ( is it necessary? ). - How your self talk will enhance your perspective on challenges . - Our...
Apr 07, 2022•24 min
Who are the people in your life who by their very existence push you to become better? One of the most requested topics we’ve had is how our kids have influenced us to become better people and today we’re going to talk about it! All 4 of our children are different and have given us different insights into life, leadership lessons, and levels of gratitude. In this episode we discuss: - How our children uniqueness have given us so much gratitude for the difference and beauty of human nature. - The...
Mar 31, 2022•21 min
Many people either succeed in life and are propelled forward and others experience starting and stopping all based on their … THEIR WHY. Is it true if “you know your WHY, you’ll figure out HOW.” In this episode we discuss : How to identify your REAL WHY: something that is attached to a deep and unrelenting desire. When to know when your why HURTS you and when it HELPS you. Pursuing Pleasure vs. Avoiding Pain : How what is motivating you determines your energy and outcome. Setting A Sail vs. Life...
Mar 24, 2022•23 min
Kemoy Martin is truly an example of what hard work, creativity, and humility can bring into one’s life if they apply themselves. Known as “THE KING OF AirBnB” he has traveled to 47 countries after learning how to leverage short term rentals and AirBNB. In this episode we discuss : His upbringing and the pivot he made from an early career in Social Work to opening his mind to the world of entrepreneurship. The importance of personal development and overcoming the comfort zones he was entrapped in...
Mar 17, 2022•41 min
Our circles of influence have tremendous power to shape us and move us in both positive or negative directions. Establishing a culture in your relationships where someone can “call you out” , look out for your “blind spots” and have your best interest at heart are truly a gift. In this episode we discuss : Building a culture of accountability in your relationships ; how to be challenged by and challenge those around you. The power in asking permission for feedback ; why the honest critique of th...
Mar 10, 2022•24 min
David Shands has quite the story of success, desire to invest into others through community , and commitment to developing a massive movement of voices who are empowered to tell their stories. As host of the popular Social Proof Podcast and founder of The Morning Meet-up, his story of going from a cheesecake waiter to Podcast King is incredibly inspiring. In this episode we discuss : - Investing self development : how his early days of going to conferences led to a hunger to grow internally. - T...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Supporting a vision, dream, or individual even at the detriment of one’s own desires, comfort, and dreams is a rare gem. In this episode we unpack the depths of support Traci showed me during the hardest of times. Growing up in a family culture of support and “sticking by your family's side.” The power of association : putting yourself around people who hold you accountable and believe in your goals and dreams. Continuing to believe for your next level even when everything around you says NO. TH...
Feb 24, 2022•27 min
Jonathan Gooch has gone from a life seeking to find purpose and meaning to impacting individuals and markets with one of the most needed services : Home Healthcare. Being a part of a multi-billion dollar industry isn’t easy, simple, or for the faint of heart, but he has figured it out over the last 5 years. We sit down to discuss : - His upbringing and journey to becoming a man who sees NO LIMITS and the power of being curious. - Our power to not NORMALIZE mediocrity and changing our friend grou...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr
As leaders of a family unit, how you talk to yourself will influence those in your care both positively and negatively. On today’s show, we wanted to unpack Traci’s journey as a stay at home mom and some of the ways self talk, the opinions of others, and her ability to re-program the way she was speaking to herself to change . In this episode we discuss : Navigating through the stay at home mom vs. career woman identity. How we navigated through tough seasons on only one income. Shedding the fal...
Feb 10, 2022•25 min
Imagine what is possible when you embrace your power to turn your trauma into triumph. Terrica Lynn Smith has gone through abuse, poverty, and even sleeping under a bridge to a seasoned investor with over 100 real estate holdings. In this episode we sit down to talk about her story and now passion to lead others into freedom. Buckle up! What an amazing conversation. Terrica's IG: https://www.instagram.com/femalerealestateguru/ Grab Terrica’s DEVELOPERS BOARD GAME at the link below 👇🏾 https://w...
Feb 03, 2022•42 min
When we desire to have the results that high performing, focused, and healthy self- talkers have we have two choices : celebrate what we want to become or secretly hate what we covet. On today's episode we unpack the fine line between being a Celebrator or a Hater. We also discuss : - Authentically being happy for others : how to do it in a way that adds to relationships. - How to discern what someone may be trying to say with their compliments or choice to not compliment one's growth and succes...
Jan 27, 2022•21 min
Omari Hughes , Pastor of New Life Church, joins us to have some REAL TALK about navigating differences, evolution, and the “gaps” in relationships. We have a very candid conversation about how to press into the tension and hard times in life and relationships to unlock your destiny. We also discuss: The power of evolution in relationships (and how to deal with the changes of your significant other) Navigating through shifting conversations being right and wrong to affirmation and a culture of lo...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 2 min
How we deal with it will determine how far we go in every area of our lives. Some people have a hard time with failure in how they perceive it and quite frankly: never bounce back. In this episode we are having a candid conversation about : Failure: redefining our relationship with it. The connection between fear and the way we seek to protect ourselves from pain and disappointment. How perception of failure in relationships can be crippling to the depth and intimacy of our relationships. Shifti...
Jan 13, 2022•26 min
Delayed gratification is one of the most powerful tools in our abilities to actualize what we want most in life. Being able to give up a temporary feeling or desire for our biggest goals is one of the keys to getting the life most would only dream of! In this episode we discuss : Why we miss out on so much more in life when we get what we want NOW. How to delay gratification and have joy in the process. Tapping into your power to visualize your future. And so much more! Connect with our Sponsors...
Jan 06, 2022•20 min
There is so much power in the dialogue that happens from ourselves TO ourselves about what is said and happens to us. Our ability to NOT take things personally can have a massive impact on our lives! In this episode we discuss : How our confidence is linked to our ability ( or inability ) to not take things personal. Our ability to JUST HEAR THE MESSAGE and not attach our feelings to it ( navigating through this is difficult but possible). How to break your self-imposed barriers to move to your ...
Dec 30, 2021•27 min
Many people struggle with the reality of consistent action and it's relationship to success. A key determining factor to personal success in your character, relationships, ability to bring your gift to the world, and being compensated for it is : consistent trust in YOU. On this episode of Your Self Talk we discuss : - How we can build consistent habits even in the midst of being tempted to coast or give up. - Learning how to treat other people how to treat you : it is more simple than you think...
Dec 23, 2021•32 min
Balancing faith, family, and business isn’t simple and takes an intentionality. This is why your self talk is extremely important as you navigate every area of your life. In this episode we sit down to discuss : - What we’ve learned from being in business for 26 years. - Why navigating your life is about Priority NOT Balance. - How you understand what you want most vs. what you want now. - How to influence your family to get involved in your vision ( even when it is difficult). - Why our family ...
Dec 16, 2021•28 min
Reshaping your conscious is one of the keys to attracting the desires of your heart into your life experience. In this episode we discuss : How to rebound from an experience that isn’t your fault and turn it into something that happens FOR YOU! Why HARD SEASONS will build your skills, character, and COMMUNITY. The power you have to CONNECT THE DOTS in your LIFE. and so much more! Connect with our Sponsors Fresh Air, LLC Stanley Neal 202-359-3923 Stan.nealjr@freshairllc.com Monte Sanders : The Po...
Dec 09, 2021•29 min
