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Called to be Bad"PTSD" with Ciji Wagner--Called to be Bad Podcast S4 EP5Send us a textFor today’s episode, we talk about trauma, in particular Post Traumatic Stress disorder with guest Ciji Wagner. Ciji works with a program called Louder than Silence which provides community support and free EMDR therapy for survivors of sexual violence. If you don’t know what EMDR is, stick around until the end of the episode where we learn how EMDR is an exciting, evidence based, treatment for trauma.Ciji covers the core realities of people suffering from PTSD like hypervigilance and dissociation. We learn about the difference between flashbacks and re-t...
2026-01-0959 min
Her Best ChapterHow to Be a Safe Person: Trauma-Informed Listening with Ciji WagnerIn this episode of Her Best Chapter, we continue the conversation with Ciji Wagner, CEO and founder of Louder Than Silence and a best-selling co-author in Empathy Impact, shifting from the why behind trauma recovery to the how of supporting survivors in everyday life. Host Michelle Savage and Ciji unpack what it truly means to be a "safe person," exploring emotional and psychological safety, the impact of well-intentioned but harmful responses, and why listening well is a learned skill, not an instinct. Together, they discuss how survivors are often retraumatized by dismissal or clichés, why being be...
2025-12-2348 min
Walk-In Talk PodcastCooking Through the Cuts: How Chef Ciji Castro Fights Food Insecurity Through TraditionChef Ciji Castro imparts invaluable insights into the art of transforming humble ingredients into delectable comfort food, emphasizing the critical need for resourcefulness in the face of escalating food insecurity. Throughout our dialogue, she shares her expertise in crafting a traditional puerco guisado, a slow-cooked pork stew, while ingeniously demonstrating how to stretch this dish to nourish a family of five for under ten dollars. Furthermore, Chef Castro elucidates the significance of culinary traditions, not merely as recipes but as vessels of resilience and community connection, inviting listeners to engage with their own familial narratives through food. She also...
2025-11-0736 min
The ZestFlavor Fiesta: Ciji Casto’s Domestic Gourmet Helps You Bring Tradition to the Table… Fast!Home cooking without the hassle.If you’re longing for a taste of home but you find yourself ordering takeout again and again, then this conversation is for you. Get ready to meet Ciji Castro, founder and executive chef of Domestic Gourmet. It’s a food and lifestyle brand inspired by the Palm Harbor resident’s Cuban and Puerto Rican roots. Domestic Gourmet’s oils, spices and recipes are designed to make traditional family flavors fast and easy to enjoy. The products are a hit with Ciji’s scores of social media followers, as well readers of...
2025-10-2324 min
Walk-In Talk PodcastChef Ciji Castro: Reviving Latin Culinary HeritageCiji Castro, the founder of Domestic Gourmet, joins us on the Walk-In Talk Podcast to explore the profound significance of culinary heritage and its impact on contemporary cuisine. This episode centers around her exquisite dish, Bistec Empanizado, which embodies not only the flavors of her cultural roots but also the essence of family legacy and connection. Ciji passionately discusses her mission to preserve Latin food traditions and share them with a broader audience, emphasizing the importance of family recipes passed down through generations. She elaborates on the creative fusion of flavors she employs, including a unique Cuban-Chinese twist, which...
2025-09-1247 min
Her Best ChapterBreaking the Silence on Trauma, EMDR, and Recovery with Ciji WagnerIn this episode of Her Best Chapter, we're exploring the realities of sexual violence, trauma recovery, and what true healing can look like when survivors are met with empathy and community support. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Ciji Wagner, CEO and founder of Louder Than Silence, Sulit Press's nonprofit partner dedicated to creating safe spaces and resources for survivors of sexual violence—all free of cost. Ciji shares her powerful perspective on the barriers survivors face—like the high cost of therapy, stigma, and lack of awareness—and why EMDR therapy can be such a transformative tool in...
2025-09-0243 min
Mujer CEO, Creativa, Emprendedora y OptimistaSazón, Conexión y Forbes: El Networking que Transforma (con Ciji Castro)En este episodio de Mujer CEO converso con una mujer que admiro profundamente: Ciji Castro, fundadora y chef ejecutiva de Domestic Gourmet. Su historia nos lleva desde la cocina de su casa hasta las páginas de la revista Forbes. Ciji nos comparte cómo usar el networking como una herramienta de transformación, visibilidad y conexión auténtica, sin necesidad de grandes presupuestos de marketing. Además, hablamos de su producto estrella: el aceite de achiote orgánico, y su misión de preservar la cultura latina a través del sabor, la familia y la excele...
2025-07-2826 min
Hospitality BitesFrom Pain to Power: Healing, Hustling, and Honoring Heritage With Guest Ciji Castro, Chef, Entrepreneur, Mother, and AdvocateIn this deeply inspiring episode, host Colleen Silk welcomes Chef Ciji Castro, a culinary entrepreneur, endometriosis advocate, and powerhouse Latina chef. From studying criminal justice to becoming a clean food crusader, Ciji shares how chronic pain, motherhood, and cultural pride shaped her mission and her business.She opens up about her long battle with endometriosis, the fight to be heard in the medical system, and how that journey led her to create a clean Latin food brand, Domestic Gourmet, built on authenticity, health, and advocacy. This is the story of an incredibly fearless, dedicated, and influential woman...
2025-07-2141 min
A Day In Her LifeEpisode 101: A Day In Her Life with Ciji Townsend - Corporate Communicator, Founder of Balanced Not Busy, Mom in AtlantaTell us what you think!!!Join Us for This Week’s Episode of A Day In Her Life with Ciji Townsend – Full, Balanced, and Joyfully Intentional DaysThis week, Ellie sits down with Ciji Townsend, corporate communicator, keynote speaker, founder of Balanced Not Busy, and mom based in Atlanta. Known for her refreshing take on time, balance, and presence, Ciji shares how she structures her days to support both her ambition and her well-being.What We Discuss:Listening to Her Body...
2025-05-061h 21
AdjacentAdjacent Giver- Ciji Wagner with Louder than Silence! Become an Ally!Welcome Back! Welcome to Adjacent!Meet our new friend Ciji Wagner with Louder than Silence! One day in 2018, Louder than Silence founder, Ciji, was driving home from an EMDR therapy appointment when the thought hit her, "Why am I paying to undo the damage of someone else’s wrongdoing?" From there, the thought took off like wildfire: Louder Than Silence wants to make it possible for every survivor of sexual violence to receive the powerful healing that comes from EMDR at no cost.Beyond that, Louder than Silence wants to use our voice to advocate fo...
2025-03-3044 min
The Traveling Therapist Podcast126. Master the Art of Living Overseas: Dr. Ciji Blue's Insights on Expat AdjustmentIn this captivating episode of the Traveling Therapist podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ciji Blue, a seasoned therapist and military contractor living in Sicily, to delve into the intricacies of transitioning from a traditional therapy role to embracing a globe-trotting lifestyle. Dr. Blue shares her personal and professional journey, detailing her initial move from community mental health in North Carolina to working with military families abroad, which kickstarted her decade-long adventure across various continents. The conversation explores the unique challenges and adjustments expats face, particularly when moving with a military spouse, and how these experiences shape both personal...
2024-07-0728 min
Prison To MillionsChoreographing Success in Fitness and Fellowship - A Conversation with Ciji CarrUnlock the transformative power of dance with Ciji Carr, a New Jersey dance studio owner, and myself, Andre Norman, as we reveal the magic of movement in uniting communities and empowering individuals. From my early days as one of Boston's original breakdancers to the current scene where Ciji's studio doubles as a social hub, we share the rhythms that bring people together. Whether it's the diversity of class demographics or the potential for romance on the dance floor, we weave a tapestry of stories that illustrate dance's potent role in society. Feel the beat of innovation as...
2024-04-1638 min
Rosé with Rae58 | Finding Comfort in Chaos and Pivoting + Prioritizing Your Way to Balance with Ciji Townsend of Balanced Not BusySeason 3 is winding down, but I knew I could not close out this season without sitting down with my boo, Ciji. I call her the queen of balance + pivots and you'll see why on this podcast episode. I love Ciji because she keeps it real. Her life is her content and as she's navigating being a mom of 2, solo-parenting while her husband has business travel, or picking up Chick-fil-A dinner for the second (or third) time this week, she's bringing her Balanced Not Busy community along with her. In today's episode we are diving into: Not going into...
2024-02-151h 03
The BJJ FoxcastThe BJJ Foxcast Episode 59 with Chris Smith, Ciji Smith and Aimee MartinezChris Smith is a BJJ Purple Belt under Alex Martinez, a former Division I Wrestler for Arizona State University, a Fire Engineer/Paramedic with the Chandler Fire Department, and the wrestling coach at Ares East Mesa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Ciji Smith is a Family Nurse Practitioner and entrepreneur.
Chris and Ciji own Warrior Hydration & Wellness, a local Arizona business offering mobile IV infusion and IM injection services. Check out Warrior Hydration & Wellness at www.warriorhydration.com.
Aimee Martinez is a BJJ Brown Belt under Alex Martinez and a Registered Nurse.
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2023-07-121h 44
being BALANCED podcastThe "me time" series continues with bibliophile, activist and mom, Michele BlondheimMichele Blondheim is a true bibliophile, fiction fangirl (especially romance), epilogue enthusiast, book club champion and indie author advocate. When she's not in a book, she is creating cultural change and community impact as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) leader, all while navigating #momlife with her two active boys and husband.
In this episode:
Michele shares why she doesn't have #momguilt when she's indulging in me time
Breaks down how she developed her passion for reading
How personal passion and cultivating community intersect
Who Michele would have a dinner date with if she could pick a...
2023-04-1644 min
being BALANCED podcastLaKeitha Carlos breaks down the extroverts view on "me time" boundariesLaKeitha Carlos, is a talented leader, attorney, communications specialist, and government executive. She is a transformational catalyst for organizational change and a driver of results.
In this episode:
How to navigate "me time" for extroverts
The learned behavior of busyness
Optimizing pockets of productivity
Pockets of productivity - clean up, meet up with friends, date night without cost of childcare - free time when the kids are at activities
Stay connected to LaKeitha on LinkedIn.
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2023-03-3031 min
being BALANCED podcastMe time: navigating time for yourself in every season of life, a conversation with Ciji TownsendKicking off a four part series focused on Me Time! First up, Ciji Townsend, founder of Balanced Not Busy breaks down ways to embrace time for yourself in every season of life.
The number one question asked at speaking engagements, in DMs and in casual phone chats is - "how do you find me time?" Well if you've been following along in IG stories, you know that Ciji doesn't skip or sacrifice time to enjoy a bath soak, go for a solo walk, read a book or just curl up on the couch...
2023-03-2824 min
being BALANCED podcastSlumberPod co-founder and CEO, Katy Mallory shares the importance of a personal and professional villageKaty Mallory is co-founder and CEO of SlumberPod, a baby brand with more than $12M in annual revenues. She and her mother (Lou Childs) were inspired to invent SlumberPod and start the company in 2016 following a few sleepless nights on a family trip. SlumberPod is a quick assembly privacy pod that covers a playard, mini crib or toddler mattress -- giving baby their own dark and private place to sleep while sharing a room with family. Katy has more than 15 years of experience in marketing and communications, working most recently at Cox Automotive. She left her full-time job in...
2023-03-0340 min
Inspire to Run PodcastHow to reach your half marathon goal no matter the time with Ciji SerdulaSend us a text#069 - Ciji Serdula, a self-professed 'not-so-athletic' country girl, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming her own doubts to achieve her goal of running a sub-two-hour half marathon and motivating others to do the same. With consistency, training plans, and supportive friends and family, Ciji was able to push herself further and run her best race yet.Topics Covered:How Ciji went from not being athletic to running half marathonsHow she overcame self-doubt to reach her goal of running a half marathon in under...
2023-03-0225 min
being BALANCED podcastChristian B. Aaron is a fearless coach, author and motivator on a mission to hold space for wellnessChristian B. Aaron is an author, registered nurse, life coach, preacher and founder of RISE Enterprises. Her life's mission is to help others RISE in Christ and calling and she does so by creating spaces for empowerment, holistic wellness, feeding the soul. She enjoys spending time with her hubby, planning retreats for women, and crafting sermons.
In this episode:
How to rise in purpose and obstacles.
Shifting your focus to the trunk and not the branches.
Three aspects of your life you can honor regardless of your profession.
Ways to embrace your superpower.
Stay in...
2023-02-0934 min
Badass Basic BitchWhat Is My Greatness? Lessons from Leadership and Life Changes with Ciji EvansOn this week's episode we have the honor of hearing the story of Chief Warrant Officer Three, Ciji Evans. She has now served 20 years as an active duty soldier in the U.S. Army, completing two active combat international tours and two domestic tours. Ciji shares lessons she learned in leadership and in her current transition back to civilian life as she strives for freedom after retirement. Ciji Evans is from Jonesboro, Louisiana, and graduated from Jonesboro Hodge High School in 2003. She joined the United States Army at the age of seventeen and reported to Fort Jackson, S...
2023-01-2447 min
being BALANCED podcastLifestyle health & wellness ambassador, Lynnette Williams explains the evolution of self to impact all areas of life.Lynnette Williams is a wife to Dr. Joseph Williams, mom to Skylar (5) and Zion (3) , First Lady, health empowerment ambassador, fitness coach for the past 9 years and most importantly, a survivor of the obese/weight loss yo yo. She is a momprenuer who ongoingly helps women/corporations and other groups all across the US and Canada lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Her daily motto is, "Get Up, Get Active & Do Something For Yourself!
In this episode:
How a person not self-motivated to live healthy now helps women find a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Shifting the narrative...
2023-01-1938 min
being BALANCED podcastNeuro Coach, Keshawn Hughes explains how understanding brain science helps you thriveKeshawn Hughes is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified neuro coach, adjunct professor, and keynote speaker who serves in the top 1% of coaches with neuroscience expertise. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration and Marketing, an M.S. in Strategic Communication, and specializations in NeuroEducation, NeuroEntrepreneurship, NeuroHealth, NeuroSpirituality, and NeuroRelationships. With twenty years of marketing and corporate leadership experience for top-ranked, global brands, Keshawn provides the language, strategies, and practical steps to help leaders and organizations ease stress, level up, and align with purpose.
In this episode:
High powered brain practices, easy to remember and...
2023-01-1238 min
IT'S FINE. with Rachel Varkey004: Breaking the Silence on Sexual Violence with Ciji WagnerYou’re not alone if you are a victim of sexual violence. In this episode, I chat with Ciji Wagner, executive director of non-profit Louder Than Silence, a non-profit for survivors of sexual violence, where we talk about how people who experience sexual violence can find support and find ways to navigate their experiences. In this episode, we talk about:
- How sexual violence appeared in Ciji’s life and what brought her to get help
- Why it’s so hard to get the emotional and physical support you need to get the support you need
- How to find t...
2023-01-1029 min
being BALANCED podcastSolo episode with Ciji Townsend, season four is here + pulse check!Ciji Townsend - Wellness Expert / Problem Solver / Speaker / Podcaster
Raised by multiple generations of busy people, Ciji didn’t realize there was life beyond an over-programmed schedule full of commitments, responsibilities, and obligations. She learned at an early age how to “do” and realized in her 30’s she didn’t know how to just “be.” That revelation sparked the journey of learning how to live balanced not busy.
Balanced Not Busy is a lifestyle brand and social movement empowering go-getters with a full plate to step outside their comfort zone and tap into their full potential. Cij...
2023-01-0512 min
being BALANCED podcastCreating peace and ease with neuromuscular therapist, Kimberly HaleyKimberly Haley is the founder and head practitioner of Relaxed and Restored. Her own health journey sparked a transition from the world of fashion to the wellness space. In 2019 she became a certified neuromuscular therapist and wellness coach. In her practice she utilizes therapeutic massage as a form of treatment to help working women find balance within their bodies. She emphasizes the benefits of self care as a means to reduce pain, manage stress and improve the quality of a women’s life as her mission.
In this episode:
Navigating the tug of war when doing to...
2022-12-2127 min
being BALANCED podcastAshley Brown, explains how routines can create space and magical predictabilityAshley Brown is a mom of two, author of the Routine Building Handbook, and owner of Routine and Things, which serves to help women get organized and develop a routine so they enjoy the heck out of life. Ashley knows when women feel good, the world is better for it. She’s on a mission to see as many women as possible organize their life one routine at a time!
In this episode:
How her bedtime routine dramatically supports her mental health.
Avoiding the morning routine comparison trap.
Understanding the routine block planning method.
Avoiding energy le...
2022-11-1927 min
being BALANCED podcastCEO of Greentop Gifts, Jacquelyn Rodgers on the importance of diversifying celebrations and spreading joyJacquelyn Rodgers is on a mission to bring diversity to every celebration. As CEO of Greentop Gifts, her company brings joy to thousands of households across the United States with its unique and captivating gifting products. Greentop Gifts has been featured in Essence, O, The Oprah Magazine, NBC News, People.com, and Beyonce.com. And is now available in Target!
Jacquelyn is based in Atlanta, GA where she and her husband Shaun are the snack suppliers to their 3-year-old daughter Cameron Ellis and 8-year-old son Elijah. :)
In this episode:
How this mom on a m...
2022-11-1231 min
being BALANCED podcastMichelle Blue on establishing a healthy relationship with failureMichelle Blue is an entrepreneur, coach, and talk show host. Her mission is to support entrepreneurial dreamers in transformation from the inside out, teach them to show up powerfully in their purpose, and help them bring their businesses to life.
In her signature coaching program, Take the Leap with Blue, Blue guides women with entrepreneurial vision to gain the clarity, strategy, and confidence to get out of their head and take action to make their dreams a reality.
On her talk show The Journey with Blue, she leads conscious conversations with inspiring thought leaders and...
2022-11-0725 min
Crazy and The King PodcastCATK NDEAM TAKEOVER: Ciji GardnerCATK NDEAM Disability Takeover continues with Talent Acquisition Leader, Client Services Director at Cielo Talent, Ciji Gardner, sits co-host with Torin this week. Ciji has over 10 years of experience leading teams of managers, recruiters, sourcers, and recruitment coordinators (US and Global based) to meet and exceed TA strategic goals. She is experienced in diversity recruitment, client advisory, and change management and wait for it......she is also a person with a disability! Join Torin and Ciji to talk about living with and succeeding while experiencing anxiety.
2022-10-1348 min
Loving Later LifeCiji Ware: TV Emmy winner, Journalist, NYT Best-Selling Author at 80I am honored and thrilled to share a conversation I had with Ciji Ware. Ciji is a Harvard graduate, New York Times and USA Today bestselling novelist, Emmy award winning television producer, reporter for TV and radio, a DuPont award winner for investigative journalism, and sought-after event speaker. In this episode, Ciji shares fascinating fun facts and stories you won't believe. She grew up in Hollywood (and James Cagney was her godfather); as a married TV reporter for NBC, she was fired in 1971 because she got pregnant; just a few years ago she found out she had...
2022-07-1132 min
When Hustle Meets Flow- The PodcastSustainable growth and leadership with Top Earner Ciji SiddonsCiji Siddons is a top earner in Network Marketing and has been for over a decade. I met her almost 6 years ago working with a high level mastermind coach during my build in network marketing and we both had network marketing and personal growth in common. Today's chat gives us a behind the scenes look at the mindset perspective and overall points of views that a 7 figure earned in the network marketing space holds. Whether you are in MLM or not, this is a great chat with a woman who gives her business and community her whole heart and...
2022-04-2951 min
being BALANCED podcastRecover from burnout and fill your cup with Amber ZaricorAs an Enneagram 2w3, Amber believes in building deep relationships, living intentionally, and doing everything with her whole heart. “Heart” is an ongoing theme throughout Amber’s life—something she weaves into every interaction and life decision. Listed amongst The Top 10 Designers in Tennessee, Amber leads a team of creative entrepreneurs in building brands through powerful storytelling at her Nashville-based branding agency, Copperheart Creative. Her podcast, Small Business Big Heart, shares the raw stories of real business owners by digging deep into the heart behind their brand, with the purpose of inspiring and uplifting her listeners on their own entrepren...
2022-04-1241 min
being BALANCED podcastSelf actualization coach, Trish Ahjel Roberts breaks down what it means to have mind-blowing happinessTrish Ahjel Roberts is a Self-Actualization & Diversity Coach, Happiness Expert and Inspirational Speaker. She is the founder of Mind-Blowing Happiness LLC and Black Vegan Life™. Trish was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and holds an MBA from Long Island University. She is the author of three self-help books: the e-book, Mind-Blowing Happiness™ Guide to Self-Care; the self-help memoir, Thinking Outside the Chrysalis: A Black Woman’s Guide to Spreading Her Wings; and the inspirational journal, 12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness: A Journal of Insights, Quotes & Questions to Juice Up Your Journey. She is also the author of the #sexyfunnysmart novel...
2022-04-0432 min
being BALANCED podcastThe intersection of brain science and therapy with intuitive healing coach Cindy RobinsonCindy Robinson is the founder of The Kid Factory and an Intuitive Healing Coach. She believes her calling is to find leading-edge mental health resources and make them accessible to as many families as possible. She works one-on-one with clients using a combination of walk-and-talk, brain science + physiology integration, and guided meditation in her practice.
In this episode she shares:
Her impact in filling the gap between the scientific and therapeutic world.
A way for parents, specifically of teens to experience parenting relief without adding to their plates.
Ways parents can better understand where to put...
2022-03-2624 min
being BALANCED podcastSelf-talk to own your magic with therapist, G. Michelle GoodloeMichelle Goodloe is a licensed clinical social worker and an experienced project manager dedicated to helping make self-care practical and accessible for busy, caring people.
Michelle is the owner and psychotherapist with The Essence of Healing LLC, a private therapeutic practice based in Atlanta, Georgia. She is also the creator of the wellness-resource website, gmichelle.com. Michelle facilitates interactive workshops for non-profit and private organizations that experience challenges with addressing self-care, compassion fatigue and professional burn out. Michelle lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and son.
In this episode, Michelle shares:
Why she...
2022-02-2842 min
being BALANCED podcastChristian Murphy, relationship building wizard and gratitude coach shares her rising rituals and breaks down her gratitude practiceChristian Murphy harnesses a decade of experience in fundraising to support women and girls in our community through the power of dynamic relationships. Yet her proudest accomplishments come from helping people live to their highest potential through the power of gratitude.
In this episode, Christian shares her rising rituals. Click here to hear why she created this sacred space.
She also breaks down her gratitude practice, the one thing she does before her feet hit the Earth every morning and what she would tell her 20-year-old self.
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2022-02-2035 min
being BALANCED podcastLearning how to rest with recovering workaholic, Melissa BrogdonMelissa R. Brogdon a proud native of Oakland, CA and currently resides in Atlanta, GA. She is an entrepreneur collaborating with her husband on a number of family businesses including co-founding Fourth Party, a legal technology company serving negotiators. She uses her Instagram @Handledbycam to connect with women who are recovering workaholics.
In this episode, Melissa talks about her journey from a deep resistance to rest to establishing a rest regime and embracing the benefits. She shares her daily non-negotiables, communicating rest to loved ones and to her professional network and how quieting the negative self-talk created...
2022-02-1331 min
being BALANCED podcastOctavia Raheem, rest when you're movement full and stillness deprivedOctavia Raheem, is a mother, online business owner, author, and life partner (wife) who prioritizes rest for her and my family despite the sometimes hectic pace of life. She has taught rest, restorative yoga, and Yoga Nidra for 10 years. She self published my first book, Gather, and it focuses on courage, rest, and connecting to your Ancestors. Her second book: Pause, Rest, Be: stillness practices for courage in times of change is now available!
One of her greatest joys is supporting high achieving and driven people in resting AT WORK. Some of her clients are Lululemon, The...
2022-02-0643 min
SippinWitSammieEpisode 103 - Sippin & Charged Up wit CijiThe SippinWitSammie crew had the honor of getting Charged Up wit the founder Ciji. Great times were had and information was exchanged. Make sure to support "Charged Up"
Barstool talk from the biggest sipper in Philly with some of the most innovate people in the world, Sammie is the one to sit and sip wit if you wanna enjoy conversation.
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2021-05-1249 min
It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & BalanceBalanced Not Busy: How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Actually Stick to Them with Ciji TownsendSetting and sticking to healthy boundaries is easier said than done. Saying "no" can be a struggle, and the next thing we know our calendars are filled with other people's priorities. Listen in as Ciji Townsend, host of the Being Balanced podcast, shares what it means to be balanced, and how to define and enforce healthy boundaries in your life. Plus, she shares what's in her ever-evolving toolbox for living a life that's balanced, not busy. 🔗SHOW NOTES for Episode 79 Stay in touch with Ciji: Her website - balancednotbusy.com
2021-05-0357 min
being BALANCED podcastCiji Townsend, shares how she pulled herself out of a busy season and reclaimed balanceCiji Townsend, founder of Balanced Not Busy and host of the being BALANCED podcast shares how her world turned upside down on March 11, 2002 beyond the direct impact of COVID-19. In this episode she explains the importance of navigating life's seasons with grace, acknowledging how you feel to make adjustments to "tools in the toolbox" and giving yourself permission to accept bandwidth changes.
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2021-03-1121 min
being BALANCED podcastKailei Carr, breaks down how to navigate your career with intentionality during disruptionKailei Carr is a champion for women in leadership and an expert in creating safe spaces for women to thrive, both personally and professionally. Since 2014, she has led The Asbury Group, a transformational leadership development firm specializing in elevating women and people of color. Her signature approach to leadership presence -- which is grounded in one's personal power and cultivated from the inside out -- has helped high-potential leaders around the globe thrive and advance to the most senior ranks. When she’s not facilitating leadership development programs or speaking at conferences and corporations, Kailei can be found hosting he...
2021-02-1724 min
Hello Black ManHello Black Man EP 001 featuring Nurse Ciji EleyJoin this open and honest chat with Ciji as she explores her past present and future.
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2021-02-1644 min
being BALANCED podcastCiji Townsend, founder of Balanced Not Busy goes back to the basics to share life as a busy kidCiji Townsend, founded Balanced Not Busy because she knew that the glorification of busyness was a societal problem AND she knew that there were solutions. She's worked for the over five years to share those solutions with the masses via social media conversations, speaking engagements and as the host of the being BALANCED podcast.
In this episode she goes back to the basics and discusses what life was like with busy parents and as an over-programmed busy kid.
Stay connected to Ciji on Instagram, @balancednotbusy and find out more about her speaking engagements on www...
2021-01-2907 min
Perfectly BalancedEp. 7: The Return of CijiIn this episode we continue the conversation about relationships and Ciji offers her female perspective in response to the previous episode. We also touch on the issues with the prison system and the 13th amendment. Thank you for listening to the Perfectly Balanced podcast where a panel of brown men and women have real conversations affecting the brown community. Everything from relationships to business, prison reform, politics, business, real estate, etc.Follow us on our IG page @pf.balanced --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a v...
2021-01-021h 00
being BALANCED podcastMichelle Carlton & Adrienne McCrary connected on social media and are now changing the way that women connectMichelle Carlton and Adrienne McCrary, connected through insta, collaborated on a project and Founders of The Valorie. The Valorie offers a unique experience for Black Women, by providing a social + wellness club that is focused on connection and community, giving Black Women the space to be their true selves.
In this episode we chat about all things community care, why black women need support now more than ever and ways to be intentional every single day.
Learn more about the Valorie on Instagram, @thevalorie and at www.thevalorie.com
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2020-12-2230 min
being BALANCED podcastAuthor Alka Joshi takes us behind the scenes of "The Henna Artist" and shares how persistence, perseverance and passion is her key to balanceBorn in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, Alka has lived in the U.S. since the age of nine. She has a BA from Stanford University and and MFA from California College of Arts in San Francisco. Her debut novel,The Henna Artist, became a NYT Bestseller and a Reese Witherspoon book club pick in 2020. The sequel, The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, premieres in July 2021, and she’s at work on the third book of the trilogy. An episodic TV series of The Henna Artist starring Freida Pinto is in development by Miramax TV.
In this episode Alka shares wh...
2020-12-1735 min
being BALANCED podcastDr. Alisha Reed shares how she prioritizes her time while grieving with graceDr. Alisha Reed is a Mother, Pharmacist, Certified Life Coach and creator of the lifestyle brand Fly with Alisha Reed. Since 2014, Alisha has inspired women to live their best lives by becoming the best version of themselves.
In this episode Dr. Reed covers how to grieve with grace based on her personal experience of suddenly losing her husband, the challenges associated with the expectation that black women have to be strong and what's she's reading/listening to/meditating on in this season of her life.
Stay connected:
Instagram: @flywithalishareed + @theflywidowpodcast
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2020-12-0829 min
being BALANCED podcastManu Muraro, explains the importance of social media boundaries and the impact of influencers being authenticManu Muraro is the founder of Your Social Team. She helps marketing professionals and entrepreneurs use Instagram to grow their businesses. She has 20+ years of experience in Creative, Marketing and Strategy and has worked full time for brands such as the Cartoon Network and King of Pops. She's taught over 100 classes, created several online trainings and started a membership program to support business owners and social media managers with innovative tactics and new ways to leverage Instagram.
In this episode, Manu shares how to have social media boundaries, the real deal life of an entrepreneur and how...
2020-12-0148 min
being BALANCED podcastNette Archangel, shares how you can be busy for good, navigating life in the LGBTQIA+ community and her journey to motherhoodNette Archangel is a charismatic human of all things Living Life With Nette lifestyle brand. She's the proud mom of two kings, Lane and Thomas who are also known as the #brodudes. One of her greatest joys is raising them and with the support of their other parent Jasmine. When Nette is not playing Power Rangers, dinosaurs, or assembling puzzles, she's advocating for children autism, building a growing LGBTQIA+ community in New Orleans and business, listening to Carrie Underwood, indulging in Hamilton and planning her next power move.
In this episode, Nette breaks down her journey to...
2020-11-2432 min
being BALANCED podcastPart Two: Cara Snow picks back up with the things that white women should be doing to end systemic racismIn this episode, Cara and I pick back up on our previous conversation. Cara dives right in on what long-term allyship and advocacy should look like even when you have to have the tough conversations. And then it gets real juicy when she breaks down what white women should be doing to end systemic racism.
If you could sum up Cara Snow on a t-shirt it would say "Run all the miles, pet all the dogs, fight all the injustice and then stop for wine." Cara is a long time champion for diversity in tech and avid...
2020-11-1026 min
Women Like Me Podcast with Brittney King Brock#1: Balance & Boundaries with Ciji Townsend, founder of Balanced Not BusyToday's guest, Ciji Townsend, is genuine and authentic on her everyday journey to live balanced not busy and provide practical solutions to find balance and ultimately shift from crazy busy to confident calm.
In this episode, Brittney chats with Ciji and gets the real story behind her community, Balanced Not Busy- a space for go-getters to find rest.
Ciji has been intrigued by the word “busy” since she was six years old. Surrounded by working parents and grandparents, everyone seemed to be really really busy…ALL of the time. Ciji was initiated into her family’s secret s...
2020-11-021h 12
being BALANCED podcastPart One: Cara Snow talks about using power and affluence as a white woman to affect change.If you could sum up Cara Snow on a t-shirt it would say "Run all the miles, pet all the dogs, fight all the injustice and then stop for wine." Cara is a long time champion for diversity in tech and avid runner and volunteer. A devoted Southerner, she now lives, runs and pets all the dogs in Portland, Oregon where she works for a business association and focuses on equity and inclusion work.
In this episode, Cara and I cut right to it and chat about the power and affluence that white women can use to...
2020-11-0222 min
Rosé with Rae22 | Finding Balance, Keeping Your Boundaries, and Learning to Simply BE with Ciji TownsendThis week is all about the 3 B's: Balance, Boundaries, and Being. I'm chatting with my GIRL Ciji Townsend, who is someone I look up to in so many areas of life, but especially when it comes to living a balanced (not busy) life. In this episode, Ciji and I are talking all about how we are both recovering busy bodies (but God!). We're chatting all about: Getting back to being human beings and moving away from human doings The intentionality it takes to live a balanced life How to stop the glorification of busy or being...
2020-10-2056 min
being BALANCED podcastThe burnout whisperer, Erayna Sargent breaks down how to prevent professional burnout and why you should play hooky!Erayna Sargent is the Founder & CEO of Hooky Wellness. After a personal battle with burnout proved that recovery could be as hard as the condition itself, Erayna founded Hooky Wellness to be a preventative mental wellness company helping hustle culture navigate burnout. Leveraging her 15 years of experience building consumer brands across companies like Nestle and Intuit, she uniquely blends design thinking and mental wellness, providing an approachable and innovative path to real results.
Hooky is the mental wellness partner for the Kelley School of Business MBA program at Indiana University and provides burnout support programming for companies l...
2020-10-2037 min
being BALANCED podcastMoney Coach, Dr. Nicole Garner Scott breaks down navigating financial trauma and dealing with money shame will embracing balanceDr. Nicole Garner Scott is a highly sought after serial entrepreneur, finance expert, and money coach. She launched Amount Financial Services which positioned her as a thought leader, teacher, speaker and nationally recognized money expert. Through her company and digital financial membership platform (Common Wealth Membership), Nicole’s mission is to help communities of color eliminate poverty cycles by creating breathing room in their households and long term generational wealth assets. Dr. Nicole Garner Scott has served as a TEDx speaker and presented to Fortune 500 Companies and businesses including Google, Turner Broadcasting, CNN, Georgia State Capitol, The White House En...
2020-10-1335 min
being BALANCED podcastCat Polivoda shares how body positivity, fat liberation and our negative diet culture impact your balance.Cat Polivoda (pah-lah-VOE-duh) is a boutique thrift shop owner and fat activist. Cat owns Cake Plus-Size Resale in Minneapolis, Minneapolis and her inclusive space not only welcomes people of all shapes and sizes, she also leverages the in store connection to encourage body positivity and fat liberation! She is a co-host of Matter of Fat, a body positive podcast with Midwest sensibilities. In her spare time, Cat enjoys RomCom audiobooks, trampoline parks and traveling.
Ciji and Cat met in 2015 as fellows of the New Leaders Council (NLC) Louisiana and in this episode, their conversation tackles the impact...
2020-10-0733 min
being BALANCED podcastMartine Resnick & Eileen Lee, co-founders of The Lola share ways to embrace the positive aspects of disruptionIn this episode, Martine and Eileen share how to navigate balance as a business owner, embracing the positive aspects of disruption, why we should all be taking more naps and the importance of holding space during vulnerable conversations.
Martine Resnick has an extensive background in creating, building, marketing and monetizing global brands. After almost 20 years (and two kids back to back) Martine realized the traditional corporate environment no longer fit her life and the lives of many other womxn around her. She decided to make a change and stepped out to start her own business. She i...
2020-09-2527 min
being BALANCED podcastLarissa Dubose shares the benefits of drinking a glass of wine, being ok with throwing out your 2020 vision board and a full list of wines to add to your shopping cart!Larissa C. Dubose is the Founder and Resident Wine Educator of The Lotus & The Vines. She is a Certified Sommelier, and market-savvy Sales Manager with over 10 years of experience in the Wine & Spirits Industry. Larissa has held several roles; from On-Premise Sales Representative, Patrón Portfolio Manager with Maryland-based wine & spirits distributor Reliable Churchill, to managing the wine distribution and sales as the Southeast Regional Manager of Napa Valley-based winery, The Hess Collection. Larissa is currently the Georgia, South Carolina, & Tennessee Senior On-Premise Manager for two Luxury California Wineries, where she manages the sales and distribution goals.
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2020-08-2632 min
being BALANCED podcastSports communications guru, Tareia Williams breaks down her quarantine "situationship"and the challenges of decreased interactions in the PR industryTareia Williams is Senior Director of Communications for Turner Sports. She leads the content communications team which includes oversight of integrated, strategic and social media PR for Turner Sports’ premium sports content including the NBA, Major League Baseball, NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship, ELEAGUE and more. Additionally, Tareia leads PR efforts supporting all live events and special projects including the NBA Awards on TNT, All-Star Road Show and the annual NCAA March Madness Music Festival.
Tareia works diligently within the sports industry and the community. She was named to Rolling Out Magazine’s 2015 list of Top 25...
2020-08-1126 min
being BALANCED podcastDana Moody has mastered the art of productivity WITHOUT a to do list!After almost 20 years in beverage sales and marketing with the same organization, Dana decided to start Dana Michelle Strategy + Consulting with the ultimate goal of helping people and organizations be successful. Dana is married to Scott Roberts and a very proud bonus mom to a 16 year old, Kaitlyn, and dog mom to rescue puppy, Buoy.
In this episode, Dana shares the self-care tactics that help her maintain balance, explains how she's productive without a to do list and passionately shares how COVID-19 has impacted her beloved restaurant and hospitality industry.
Stay in contact with Dana:
2020-08-0624 min
being BALANCED podcastChristina Rodriguez shares the raw and authentic story of being balanced while navigating infertilityChristina is a wife and mother of three. She was born and raised in Indiana and now lives in Atlanta where she began her career in event planning and nonprofit management. Throughout the course of her career Christina’s love of technology and passion for helping others led her to work with organizations such as Women in Technology and the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) which empowers women, girls and young professionals to purse careers in tech.
When Christina isn’t working the Atlanta tech scene she can be found traveling with her family and working as a con...
2020-07-2131 min
being BALANCED podcastThree moms being balanced in their own way while ensuring that their kids aren't bored this Summer!In this special episode, three moms share how they are keeping their kids occupied this Summer, preparing for an unpredictable school year and navigating life at home with a child who has learning differences.
Meet the Moms:
Deanna Anderson - Small business owner, community volunteer and runner. Founder of Moms Making it Together an online community for moms to share, support and smile. Join the Moms Making It Together community on Facebook & Instagram and read the blog.
Ericka Smith - Mom of two boys, a 10-year-old and a 14-year-old. One of her sons...
2020-07-101h 08
being BALANCED podcastTravis T. Townsend Jr., the other half of my balanced household shares his thoughts on fatherhood, being a Black man in America and so much more!Travis wears MANY hats. He's a proud father, loving husband, loyal friend and caring brother. Professionally he's a Founding Partner at Townsend & Lockett, LLC law firm and Managing Consultant at Torinity Consulting Company. In his community, he founded MAFDET, a nonprofit focused on eliminating the disparity in education, employment, and overall opportunity experienced by lower income individuals and minority youth in America. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Serenbe Institute for Art, Culture, & the Environment Executive Committee and is the President Emeritus of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals. Travis is also an A...
2020-06-2058 min
being BALANCED podcastDr. Ayanna Abrams, a licensed psychologist, shares her awakening when she realized that she had been falling asleep vs going to sleepDr. Ayanna Abrams is a licensed psychologist in Atlanta, GA and works primarily with individuals, couples and groups to improve their mental health and relationship functioning. She specializes in helping her clients create healthy relationships through authenticity and assertiveness, assisting high functioning students, entrepreneurs and professionals create lives they deserve and can sustain and helping women healing from the impacts of physical and emotional trauma. Her practice uses culturally responsive treatment models to work sensitively with the needs of black clients.
This episode covers:
* The importance of going to sleep vs falling asleep
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2020-06-0540 min
being BALANCED podcastMichelle Carlton dishes out ALL that you need to know about essential oils and the impact that they've had on her balance!Michelle Carlton wears many hats; image bearer, wife to a baker, entrepreneur and oily mama to four. She believes whole-heartedly in being strong and kind (tune in to hear more on how this belief also defines her balance) and telling stories through aesthetics.
In this episode, Michelle explains why she started using essential oils, how they help EVERYONE in her family (+ specific ways to incorporate oils into your child's life) and unapologetically advocates for the one brand that she KNOWS is 100% legit!
You can connect with Michelle after the show on Instagram at @juststyling.
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2020-05-2641 min
being BALANCED podcastCertified KonMari consultant, Lindsey Hardegree tells us everything we need to know to get organized!Lindsey is also a professional organizer and productivity specialist trained and certified by Marie Kondo as Georgia’s first Certified KonMari Consultant. At Get Organized Y’all, Lindsey works with individuals, families, and companies to create their ideal life by organizing their homes and businesses. She is a professional member of the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals.
In this episode, Lindsey breaks down what you need to know BEFORE you start your home organization project and also shares the alignment between being balanced and sparking JOY!
Stay connected with Lindsey:
http://getorganizedyall.com
2020-05-1337 min
being BALANCED podcastNeichelle Guidry, faith leader and coffee lover shares the role of the church during a global pandemicRev. Neichelle Guidry is the Dean of Chapel and Director of the WISDOM Center at Spelman College. She's a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, Yale Divinity School, and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. Neichelle is a lover of HBCUs, family, travel and coffee.
Modern Faith is a womanist podcast that exists to spiritually nourish today's millennial Black woman. This show provides all the good of the Gospel (such as encouragement, empowerment, renewal and truthfulness), without the toxicity of religion. By discussing issues that matter to women of color, Neichelle Guidry is helping her sisters keep the faith.
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2020-05-0534 min
being BALANCED podcastCookbook author and food blogger, Whitney Bond breaks down what should be on your grocery & pantry listHungry? Meet Whitney Bond, food blogger extraordinaire, cookbook author and on camera host. Whitney has been blogging for nine years at WhitneyBond.com where she's shared over 1100 recipes. She recently launched a second blog, Bowls Are The New Plates where she's sharing predominately plant based bowls for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
More information on the recipes & resources shared on the show:
Thai Yellow Curry: https://whitneybond.com/thai-yellow-curry/ + Curry paste she uses: https://amzn.to/3b0N6uY
Beef Ragu
Slow Cooker Recipe: https://whitneybond.com/slow-cooked-beef-ragu/
Instant Pot Recipe: https://whitneybond.com...
2020-04-2828 min
being BALANCED podcastNovember Nichols, the transformation strategist and curator of calm shares her sanity schedule.November Nichols has her roots planted firmly in the South. Growing up in a huge, delightful, boisterous family November developed a love of embracing others and intentionally working to make their lives better! November obtained a bachelor of arts degree from Spelman College and a master’s degree in the art of teaching English from Agnes Scott College.
A desire for “heart work,” and deeper connections, led November on a journey to wellness practices not only for herself but also for others. She envisioned a safe place, where all of the senses could be invoked to align onesel...
2020-04-2140 min
being BALANCED podcastJasmine Marie believes that we're all experiencing collective grief and breathwork is the answer to release the traumaJasmine Marie is a Breathworker and the founder of black girls breathing™. Her work has influenced hundreds of black women across the country and millennials. She’s brought her expertise to organizations such as Harvard Business School, Columbia University Journalism School, Cornell University - ILR, New York University Stern School of Business, UCLA amongst others.
On this episode of the Being Balanced podcast, Jasmine does a deep dive into the importance of breathing to release trauma and shares her intimate grief story.
Connect with Jasmine on Instagram, @blackgirlsbreathing, @thatgirl_jmarie & @adultingwithease
LinkedIn: https://www...
2020-04-1432 min
being BALANCED podcastBeauty & wellness expert, Ariane Turner helps us navigate our skincare routine in our new normalAri is a wellness and beauty influencer with over 20 years of experience in the cosmetic industry. She's a licensed master cosmetologist and has spent the past 11 years specifically working as a makeup artist for feature films and television productions (most recently Bad Boys 2 and Coming To America 2). In 2017 Ari founded Look Good, Love Well, a digital wellness platform designed to help women connect the dots between beauty and wellness. The rigorous demands of working on set sparked Ari’s wellness journey, and she quickly learned that how she moved, what she ate, the words that she spoke, had just as...
2020-04-0755 min
being BALANCED podcastSPECIAL EPISODE: Ciji Townsend does a deep dive on working from home AND homeschoolingIn these very unprecedented times as we now navigate the impact of COVID-19 on our daily lives, I felt compelled to send a special edition of the Find Your Balance e-newsletter two weeks ago. The response was overwhelming and after a week of navigating change in my personal life, I decided to record a special episode of the being BALANCED podcast so that I could share my original 6 tips to stay sane while working from home and homeschooling and more importantly my lessons learned in week one!
To join the e-newsletter list, text FINDBALANCE to 66866.
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2020-03-2415 min
being BALANCED podcastRegistered dietitian nutritionist, Marisa Moore shares tips to achieve balance in your diet and focus on your nutritional goalsMarisa is an award-winning registered dietitian nutritionist and media contributor. She focuses on good food and attention to mood, helps women navigate the noisy nutrition world to find their path to lifelong health and wellness. No diets or restrictions required.
The best way to connect with Marisa is on Instagram: @marisamoore
Check out her website: marisamoore.com for lots of easy, approachable recipes and nutrition tips
And follow her journey on Twitter: @marisamoore, Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/marisamoore and Facebook: https://facebook.com/marisamoorenutrition
Recipes shared on the show and...
2020-03-1731 min
being BALANCED podcastDo you know what can happen if you step fully into your power? Lillian Charles shares her thoughts!Lillian has rolled her love of wellness, spirituality and style into one to build a career committed to the empowerment of women from the inside out. Lillian is a lululemon ambassador, Reiki Master and founder Intentionally Gray, movement/mindfulness workshops.
Lillian is also Queen of the out of office response, believes in living a life of abundance and is super clear on the impact of her burnt toast list.
Instagram: @lilliangraycharles
Website: lilliancharles.com
Instagram: @intentionallyGray
Website: IntentionallyGray.com
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2020-03-1030 min
Work Your Plan Podcast with Kendra69. Balanced not Busy with Ciji Townsend Our guest for episode 69 of #WorkYourPlan with Kendra is Ciji Townsend, the Founder of Balanced Not Busy, a space for go-getters to find rest. She inspires, encourages and empowers as a public speaker, wellness advocate and host of the Being BALANCED podcast. In this episode Ciji and I discuss how to proactively make our physical health and wellness "practice" a priority handle the expectations we get from other people that keep us busy and implement tools/systems into our personal and professional life that help us work our plan Quotes: "Stop...
2020-03-0459 min
being BALANCED podcastMecca Moore Tartt is a wellness guru, healthy relationship advocate and so much more!Mecca Moore Tartt is in every essence of the word a “girls girl”. Her love of empowering women and creating safe spaces for women to come together has led to her hosting several events for women focused on Health/Wellness, Relationships, and Motherhood. This busy multi-tasking wife and mother of two beautiful girls shows women that its true “You Can Have It All!”
On this episode, she talks about systems, schedules and how to be in alignment to reach your goals. She also shared a new project that she's working on with her husband to get single ladies t...
2020-03-0346 min
being BALANCED podcastDr. Darria Long is on a mission to END crazy busy using lessons learned from the Emergency Room!Dr. Darria Long Gillespie is a Yale- and Harvard-trained emergency physician, author of national bestselling book Mom Hacks, regular TV contributor on Headline News, CNN, The Dr. Oz Show, and other network shows, and a TEDx speaker.
A mom of two herself, Dr. Darria leverages the best science + knowledge, to make our lives healthier, better….and EASIER. In our conversation she shares an example of one of her real-life hacks, how to truly have the best day ever and what she learned from Dr. Oz to help lean into her purpose.
Check out Dr. Darria's TE...
2020-02-2529 min
being BALANCED podcastSumhr Giboney, breaks down life as a mom of 3 boys under six, being a successful entrepreneur and knowing when to say no!Sumhr Giboney is the creator of Polly Ann Collection, those insta-worthy wood signs that are all over your feed! In this episode Sumhr unpacks the joys of being "all over the place," how her perspective shifted from perfection to "dropping the ball" and how she VALUES the moments that she stumbled into new experiences.
Oh and she's so balanced, that even her three boys under the age of six are also living #balancednotbusy
In March, 2020 Sumhr will be a speaker at Hey Ladies mini-conference, go check her out!
Follow her journey on social...
2020-02-1945 min
Pageants & Prosecco, The Podcast#BlkPageantHerstory - Ciji Dodds, Miss International 2011Ciji fighting for literacy and encouraging kids to read miss international 2011 is our next titleholder I am recognizing as a Black Pageant Herstory Queen who is paving the way for all of us today. Grab a glass I go on a mini rant about wine and sweet wine in this episode (don’t mind me). But this is a goodie and I hope you enjoy and get educated on Miss International 2011.
2020-02-1119 min
being BALANCED podcastLes Alfred, host of the Balanced Black Girl Podcast shares the 3 ways that she focuses on her needs!Les is the founder of Balanced Black Girl, an online platform dedicated to providing accessible wellness solutions for women of color. In this 1st episode of season two, Les shares three ways that focuses on her inner self and how they align with her definition of living a balanced life.
Like, love or not a fan; drop a review and share your thoughts and how you define balance.
You can learn more about Les and the great work that she is doing to provide information in the wellness space, by visiting her social media platforms...
2020-02-0426 min
| RetroZapARGcast #191: Rocking Out in Guitar Hero w/ “StarSlay3r” Ciji ThorntonLongtime Guitar Hero competitor Ciji Thornton AKA "StarSlay3r" joins us to celebrate the hit music and rhythm franchise that took the world by storm!
2020-01-2400 min
being BALANCED podcast"Busyness is a spiritual issue...Sometimes disappointing people is a natural part of your calling," ~ Alli WorthingtonAuthor of Breaking Busy, Fierce Faith and The Year of Happiness; Alli Worthington shares how to unravel busyness, her definition of balance and the process of letting go of a project and the HUGE impact on her life.
This episode is full of gems and you will walk away ready to draft your "no" script!
Alli has been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America and many more news outlets. She is a mother of five boys, business coach and can often be seen speaking on conference and retreat stages around the world.
2019-11-1320 min
being BALANCED podcastFixing Single podcast host Ebonee Younger shares how to maximize your season of being single.Well it's cuffing season and folks are trying to figure out how to have a full heart and navigate a full schedule. Ebonee Younger host of the Fixing Single podcast dishes it ALL out! From the pros and cons of dating apps to the importance of "dropping the hanky" and not being too forward.
This episode is a part of the Fireside Chat series that are recording with a audience, so stick around until the end of the episode to hear the Q&A portion and make sure that you are following @balancednotbusy on Instagram to hear...
2019-11-051h 02
being BALANCED podcastJenna Irvin moved from living a life out of alignment to giving a FULL body yes to get back on track!Pure Barre Hilton Head owner, business coach and writer Jenna Irvin shares how a hardcore wake up call gave her the courage to take the first step to find her balance.
In this episode Jenna shares challenges with ageism, the reality of not always being an incredible friend and how self-care doesn't always have to be happy.
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2019-10-2934 min
being BALANCED podcast"Unless you are satisfied with yourself, you can not pour into other people," Ashley BaileyLifestyle, fitness and motherhood blogger Ashley Bailey breaks down how she evaluates the things that she is doing daily to ensure that each item is something that she truly wants to be doing, lessons in efficiency and how a grocery toddler meltdown will change your life.
Visit Ashley's blog --> https://tennisshoesandtiaras.com/
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2019-10-0946 min
being BALANCED podcastAtlanta servant leader and change agent Ann Cramer shares the 4 questions that you should ask in order to live a full and bold life.In less than an hour, this episode will challenge your thinking on navigating fluidity, understanding the expectancy theory, applying frustration to fuel your passion, how you should manage energy within the context of time and applying intention & attention to your priorities!
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2019-10-0156 min
being BALANCED podcastMulti-passionate Rachel Symone Gilliam shares lessons learned from Enneagram, resilience and how she avoids burnoutIn just a little over 30 minutes, Rachel breaks down her definition of balance, the importance of chopping vegetables and how to hustle in a healthy way to avoid burnout.
Listen to the end, to hear about how she's inspired me to reconsider my use of deodorant.
You can learn more about Rachel by checking out her Instagram page, visiting her website and tuning in to her podcast & web show Rosè with Rae!
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2019-09-2431 min
being BALANCED podcastDr. Cortney was once a struggling single teenage mother and is now a leading authority on women’s leadership!Dr. Cortney Baker is no stranger to navigating a full plate with more demands than she has the time to address. On this episode she shares her story of resilience, determination and self-love!
Website: https://cortneybaker.com/
Instagram: @drcortneybaker
Women In Business Podacst: https://cortneybaker.com/podcast/
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2019-09-1730 min
being BALANCED podcastBrittney King Brock; record label executive, self-care enthusiast, newlywed and mother-to-be shares how she avoids burnout!Brittney is no stranger to the hustle and bustle of the music industry and she knows a thing or two about packing it all up and moving across the country! Tune in as she shares a VERY vulnerable peek into her life, how she defines balance and how she decided to show up for herself during a season of burnout.
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2019-09-0942 min