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Women’s Sports WeeklyWomen’s Sports WeeklyWashington Spirit, Tara Dower, & WNBA Semifinals |38|Carolyn and Danielle pop champagne (prosseco) to celebrate their athletic achievements over the weekend. Carolyn highlights Washington Spirit’s win over Angel City in the NWSL and Danielle highlights ultra runner, Tara Dower who became the fastest person on record to complete the Appalachian Trail. Carolyn takes her bitterness from last week that Denver was not selected for a WNBA expansion team and turns it into an opinion article featured in the Denver Post. Then they deep dive into the WNBA semifinal matchups between NY Liberty and Las Vegas Aces and Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun. 2024-10-0139 minSticky Note ConversationsSticky Note ConversationsDanielle GreenErika chats with Danielle Green, combing through the politics of natural hair care.Thank you for listening to Sticky Note Conversations with Erika Washington. Hosted and Executively Produced by Erika Washington. Music, mixing, and editing by Black Gypsy LLC. Special Thanks to KUNV 91.5 in Las Vegas. This show is powered by Make It Work Nevada, a project of Tides Advocacy.2024-08-241h 30Sticky Note ConversationsSticky Note ConversationsDanielle Atkinson - WTF is Balance?What even is balance and how do we talk about it? Erika and Danielle Atkinson discuss!Thank you for listening to Sticky Note Conversations with Erika Washington. Hosted and Executively Produced by Erika Washington. Music, mixing, and editing by Black Gypsy LLC. Special Thanks to KUNV 91.5 in Las Vegas. This show is powered by Make It Work Nevada, a project of Tides Advocacy.2024-06-221h 38Hella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleFinding Freedom AgainJuneteenth is all about celebrating freedom, and in this special episode of the Hella Well with Danielle podcast, we explore how to reclaim your freedom from the pressures of always having a full plate. Even when you love everything on your plate, it's essential to pause, breathe, and allow yourself to be free. Danielle opens with one of her favorite breathing exercises to do when you feel like you're about to lose it, before announcing a summer hiatus to recharge and return with more impactful content. Join us as we discuss how you can find your freedom again, create space...2024-06-1315 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleHealing Through Yoga TherapyIn this special episode, Danielle Washington is interviewed by her 'Black on the Mat' podcast co-host, Saisha. Danielle shares her journey from yoga teacher to yoga therapist, shedding light on the transformative power of yoga therapy. She discusses the profound difference between yoga classes and yoga therapy sessions and how yoga therapy is tailored to meet the unique physical, mental, and emotional needs of each individual.Danielle highlights the rigorous certification process and emphasizes the importance of looking at the whole person rather than just symptoms. Saisha and Danielle also chat about how yoga therapy can help manage...2024-06-0638 minUU Community Church of Washington County\'s PodcastUU Community Church of Washington County's PodcastApril 21, 2024 Danielle Garrett - Of Which We Are a PartThe beauty of our seventh principle is the way in which it recognizes that we as humans are deeply embedded in the web of existence.  We are called to protect the earth and its precious resources, which includes each other.  How can we ensure our work towards both environmental protection and human liberation remain connected and intertwined? Bio:  Danielle Garrett (she/her) is a candidate for Unitarian Universalist ministry and currently serves as the intern minister at the First Unitarian Church of Portland.  Before following a call to congregational ministry, Danielle spent 10 years working in healt...2024-04-2321 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleGuided Meditation: A Moment for Me to PauseFeeling like you're always on the go, caring for everyone else but seldom finding time for your own needs? You're not alone. I understand how draining it can feel to juggle everything, only to realize you've put yourself last on your own list. That's precisely why I've crafted a special 12-minute meditation designed with you in mind.Consider this episode our personal retreat—a sanctuary where you're encouraged to lay aside the burdens of perfectionism, endless responsibilities, and the guilt that sometimes accompanies self-care. This guided meditation is your invitation to take a pause, breathe deeply, and just be...2024-04-1812 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleWhy Your Breath is Your Unsung HeroThis week we're switching things up as I, Danielle, step into the guest spotlight, interviewed by my Black on the Mat podcast co-host, Saisha from Thick Thigh Yoga. We're exploring the pivotal role breathwork plays in not just surviving, but thriving. From shallow breaths in survival mode to embracing each breath as a profound gift of life, I'll share my personal journey into discovering why breath comes before anyone or anything else. Prepare to be inspired by practical insights, transformative practices, and my unwavering belief in the power of breath to heal, empower, and revolutionize our lives. Tune in to...2024-04-1127 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleAstro Yoga 101: Unlocking the Cosmic Path to Well-being Through YogaLooking for a way to navigate through life's chaos with ease and grace? This episode brings together the timeless wisdom of astrology and the grounding practice of yoga, offering you a unique approach to find balance and calm in your busy life. Learn how to align your yoga practice with the cosmic energies to enhance your well-being, with simple poses, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices tailored to the astrological climate. Ideal for anyone curious how to flow better through mercury retrogrades, challenging aspects in their natal chart or anyone curious about astrology and yoga. let's explore how the stars can...2024-04-0426 minHeal Your Hormones with Dr. DanielleHeal Your Hormones with Dr. Danielle156. FRIDAY CHATS: The Misinformed Washington Post ArticleIn this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses a controversial article published by the Washington Post that criticizes women for blaming symptoms like weight gain, depression, and fertility struggles on the birth control pill. The article claims that women are getting misinformation online and suggests that balancing hormones is a cash grab. Dr. Danielle expresses her frustration with the article and highlights the importance of empowering women to take control of their bodies and explore alternative options for hormonal health. She also mentions the positive response from women in the comment section, sharing their own experiences and success stories. 2024-03-2910 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleMastering Your Mind with Left Nostril Breathing: A Guide MeditationEver heard someone say 'just breathe' when you're feeling stressed out and thought, 'Yeah, right'? Well, turns out, they're onto something, especially when we're talking about left nostril breathing. In this episode, I’ll introduce you to this super cool technique that's perfect for those moments when life just feels too much. It's all about using your breath to calm your mind and body, bringing in a little oasis of peace when everything else is a whirlwind. I’ll walk you through how to do it with a practice session, showing you how this old-school yogic trick can be yo...2024-03-2818 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleTo-Do List for Overstressed, Busy WomenFeeling stressed out? You need to add these ten items to your to-do list immediately. ~~~~~~~~These episodes are now available on the "Hella Well With Danielle” Podcast (on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, etc). Help grow our podcast community by subscribing here, following us on Spotify or Apple, rating us 5 stars, and sharing your favorite episodes on your stories! Hella Well With Danielle Podcast: https://shor.by/hellapodcastInstagram: http://instagram.com/hellawellwithdanielleTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellawellwithdanielleTwitter: https://twitter.com/hellawelldaniYoutube: https://youtube.com/@hellawellwithdanielle/2024-03-2118 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleMastering the Dance: Family, Boundaries, and Self-CareHave you ever considered the impact of putting yourself first, especially after a lifetime of people-pleasing? Just because you've shifted to prioritize your well-being, it doesn't mean everyone's ready for the change—especially in family dynamics. This episode explores the delicate dance of navigating loved ones' feelings when you enforce those much-needed boundaries. Learn how to gracefully navigate the choppy waters of change, ensuring your relationships thrive while you focus more on your needs. Discover the art of balancing self-care with caring for those you hold dear. Tune in to unlock the secret to balancing love and limits.2024-03-1418 minPerfect ModePerfect ModeS4E28: Mastering the 4-Day Fast | Devonte Bennett Bey, Andena Sananda Kumara, and Danielle SherrillTune in as we explore the life-altering exploration into "Mastering the 4-Day Fast" with special guests Devonte Bennett Bey, Andena Sananda Kumara, and Danielle Sherrill. Get ready to unlock the secrets of holistic well-being and inner harmony as we dive deep into ancient wisdom and practical insights. Tune in or miss out on a journey that will reshape your reality forever!Wanna fast with us next time? Join our fasting community.Creators & Guests Troy Washington - Host JClay - Host Andena Sananda Kumara - Guest Devonte Bennett Bey - Guest Danielle Sherrill - Guest 2024-03-121h 02Hella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleFinding Me in Italy: Lessons of Love, Freedom, and Living FullyJoin me as I take you on a journey to Italy as I recount the life-altering lessons I learned from moving to this enchanting country 20 years ago without knowing the language, anyone, or having much money. This episode is not just a travelogue; it's a deeply personal narrative of discovery, resilience, and the sweet embrace of 'Dolce Far Niente'—the sweetness of doing nothing. Through stories of unexpected friendships, culinary adventures, and romantic escapades, I share how Italy became the canvas on which I redefined myself. From the bustling streets of Rome to the artistic beauty of Florence, each city of...2024-02-2916 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleFrom Fear to Freedom: The Secret Cost of AttachmentsJoin me as we consider the subtle yet profound ways our attachments shape our lives and how embracing change can lead us to a richer, more open existence. We're taking a closer look at something we often overlook: our attachment to beliefs and habits. It's easy to recognize our connection to physical items, but what about the ideas and routines we hold dear? I'll share a personal journey of how challenging my own firmly held beliefs led to unexpected discoveries and growth. We'll explore the hidden costs of clinging too tightly to our comfort zones, and I'll offer insights into...2024-02-2217 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleIs Love Not For Me?It was a tough Valentine's Day for me this year. In this episode, I share a personal reflection on love, relationships, and self-love in the context of Valentine's Day. I open up about feeling triggered and alone, yet also recognizing my own self-love and desire for more. Through a guided meditation, I invite listeners to join me in a moment of collective love and healing. I explore the fears and questions surrounding relationships, ultimately embracing the realization that I am deserving of love and ready to give and receive it on a deeper level. Join me as we navigate the...2024-02-1515 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleRevisiting Jay-Z's Advice: Why Showing Up For You Matters MoreWe take a fresh look at the wisdom of Jay-Z's Grammy speech but with a twist. While the iconic artist emphasized the importance of persistence in seeking accolades from the world, our discussion shines a light on the equally vital journey of showing up for oneself. This thought-provoking episode challenges the relentless pursuit of external validation and shifts our focus toward the essentials of self-love, self-advocacy, and personal growth.Whether Jay-Z's words inspired you or left you feeling he was wrong, this episode is tailored for you. It's packed with practical tips on how to prioritize showing up...2024-02-0812 minWindi World Daily with Windi WashingtonWindi World Daily with Windi WashingtonDanielle M. Velasquez, Business Development Specialist, Entrepreneur | S3 EP 10WINDI WASHINGTON had a conversation with DANIELLE M. VELASQUEZ, a distinguished Sales Executive and Los Angeles, California native. Velasquez, a graduate of the University of Southern California, possesses an impressive professional background. With over 6 years of experience in WISP Technology sales for multifamily and commercial properties, coupled with 4+ years in retirement sales, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Velasquez has accumulated over 10 years of expertise in business development and sales across diverse sectors. Holding degrees from Chapman University and the University of California, Riverside, she is a multifaceted individual with a penchant for entrepreneurship and humanitarian...2023-10-2318 minWindi World Daily with Windi WashingtonWindi World Daily with Windi WashingtonDanielle M. Velasquez, Business Development Specialist, Entrepreneur | S3 EP 10WINDI WASHINGTON had a conversation with DANIELLE M. VELASQUEZ, a distinguished Sales Executive and Los Angeles, California native. Velasquez, a graduate of the University of Southern California, possesses an impressive professional background. With over 6 years of experience in WISP Technology sales for multifamily and commercial properties, coupled with 4+ years in retirement sales, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Velasquez has accumulated over 10 years of expertise in business development and sales across diverse sectors. Holding degrees from Chapman University and the University of California, Riverside, she is a multifaceted individual with a penchant for entrepreneurship and humanitarian...2023-10-2318 minManifest Your GreatnessManifest Your Greatness80. Maximizing Your Potential - Interview With Danielle BrazantDanielle is a renown speaker, prolific writer and also a traumatic brain injury survivor. She travels the country captivating audiences with her dynamic presence and Inspiring story that began in 2012, the year she suffered a traumatic brain injury in a near fatal car accident. She had to relearn how to walk, read and chew food, and as difficult as the medical recovery was, the real recovery had only just begun. After wrestling with situational depression and becoming suicidal, Danielle decided to piece back together the fragments of her life, determined not just to survive, but to thrive. 2023-08-211h 14Hella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleHarnessing the Power of Breath: A Guide to Inner PeaceExperience the calming magic of breath and join host Danielle Washington on a transformative journey in our latest episode of "Hella Well with Danielle." As the chaos of August ensues, Danielle invites you to take a much-needed breather and discover the immense benefits of intentional breathwork. From improved mood and mindset to a calmer nervous system, learn how prioritizing self-care can enhance your well-being and empower you to show up for yourself and others. With a dash of humor and a sprinkle of scientific evidence, Danielle reminds us that taking mindful pauses can be a game-changer. Don't miss out on...2023-07-2716 minUnstoppable Grit with Danielle Cobo | Career Advancement & Burnout PreventionUnstoppable Grit with Danielle Cobo | Career Advancement & Burnout PreventionFuture Proofing Your Organization: How to Lead Through A Digital Era with Crystal WashingtonWith an ever-evolving market and fast-changing technology, the onus is on businesses to stay ahead of what’s next. In this episode, we explore how you can future-proof your organization so that it's ready for whatever lies around the corner —  from implementing innovative technology to preparing your teams for future growth.  In This Episode, You Will Learn About:What is future-proofing Leading change as a leaderA framework for implementing changeFREE Career Accelerator Workbook: https://bit.ly/3xXy8UFREE Business Building Workbook:  https://bit.ly/3xXy8...2023-04-0531 minUnstoppable Grit with Danielle Cobo | Career Advancement & Burnout PreventionUnstoppable Grit with Danielle Cobo | Career Advancement & Burnout PreventionFuture Proofing Your Organization: How to Lead Through A Digital Era with Crystal WashingtonWith an ever-evolving market and fast-changing technology, the onus is on businesses to stay ahead of what’s next. In this episode, we explore how you can future-proof your organization so that it's ready for whatever lies around the corner —  from implementing innovative technology to preparing your teams for future growth.  In This Episode, You Will Learn About:What is future-proofing Leading change as a leaderA framework for implementing changeFREE Career Accelerator Workbook: https://bit.ly/3xXy8UFREE Business Building Workbook:  https://bit.ly/3xXy8...2023-04-0531 minThe Conversation SeriesThe Conversation SeriesEp. 33: Alexa Landestoy - Washington Capitals Pre/Post Show Host on NBC Sports Washington, Getting Experience Across The Sports Indsutry, & MorePlease welcome Alexa Landestoy! Washington Capitals Pre/Post Show Host on NBC Sports Washington, Alexa Landestoy is digging into her career and experience working with so many different organizations and sports as well as what her game-day typically looks from prep to live on air, biggest pieces of advice, working on the Olympics, and more. The Conversation Series: Alexa Landestoy Blog Post: https://bit.ly/3MOrST3 ✺Alexa Landestoy's Social Media✺ Instagram: @alexalandestoy (https://bit.ly/3lzCb2r) Twitter: @alexalandestoy (https://bit.ly/3wHd5DW) LinkedIn: Alexa (Shaw...2022-06-1535 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 76: Pause for Reiki Healing MeditationI’m switching things up this week. We are in the middle of Mercury Retrograde, and it just felt like someone needs healing. You don’t need to do anything or know anything about Reiki. Simply push play and allow your body to soak in this Reiki healing energy. I encourage you to find a quiet space and get into a relaxing position and let your body get into a meditative state. However, you can also listen to this in the background while working or cooking. Reiki works with free will and across space and time. Thus, I don’...2022-05-2232 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 75: Last-Minute Travel Tips From a Traveler Who Does It All The TimeHaving time to plan the perfect trip thoroughly is great. But what do you do when you need to plan a last-minute trip? Like when you’re fleeing the stressors in your life for a much-needed break. Or the timing is unavoidable. If you follow these tips, last-minute travel doesn’t have to be expensive or lacking in options. I’ve been known to book an international trip and be on a plane in less than 10 hours. I love last-minute, but I also understand the art of making a last-minute trip work for me and not against me. In thi...2022-05-1528 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 74: Caregivers Let's Be Honest, The Dark Side of Caring For OthersCan we have an honest conversation about what it means to be a caregiver? As one myself, I feel comfortable saying it isn't always easy or fun, but nobody's talking about it. Are we expected to continue to smile through it all and not be honest about the dark side of being responsible for the well-being of another human? Not today! Caregivers need a safe space to express their joy and challenges. So if you’re a mom or dad - this is for you. If you’re a daughter or son caring for your parents - this is f...2022-05-0131 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 72: Balance in the Midst of ChaosChaos can feel like a tornado hitting your peace of mind, destroying all aspects of your life. There's nothing happy about the guilt of not getting everything done. Or neglecting your well-being and constantly being exhausted with no end in sight. Yet, life spinning out of control happens to the best of us.If you're tired of feeling tired or like "it is, what it is," then this episode is for you! I got tired of wanting to cry in a corner when I didn't have balance in my life, but I couldn't because I didn't have time...2022-04-1736 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 71: When Travel Becomes Escapism...Watch Out!Do you travel to escape reality? Or more importantly, are you even aware that you may be using travel to escape your own life? Travel is one of the most subtle forms of escapism, which is the desire or behavior to ignore, evade, or avoid reality. It’s easy to get swept away in a fantasy lifestyle while traveling. We must not forget that travel can also be one of the best forms of self-care. So how can you tell if you’re using travel to discover yourself and heal or run away from an unhappy life? 2022-04-1026 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 69: Spring Cleaning Mind + EnergyIt’s the first day of spring and it’s time for a deep cleaning of your mind and energy. This week’s episode is inspired by Alicia Keys’ song, “So Done” and the powerful Virgo Full Moon. I recently realized that in order for me to live the way that I want, there are a few things I need to be so done with ASAP. It was time to let go and get to cleaning. I won’t say it’s been easy or fun, but the clarity has been powerful when you allow yourself to clean your mind and energy. 2022-03-2037 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 67: How to Pivot Your Life and Career Like A BossSometimes you need to pivot your life and/or career to find your joy. Realizing you need to pivot is the easy part. But oftentimes we are paralyzed with fear and doubts, so we stay in a lifestyle that doesn’t light us up. My guest, Stacy Griner who is a mindset and business coach, is the queen of pivoting like a boss in all aspects of her life and an expert on how to pivot in my opinion. She shares with us her story and advice on: - Reasons people feel stuck in decision making about the next ch...2022-03-0646 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 66: Embrace Your Power & Go! With Denise Taylor5 key principles to unlocking your superpowers to embrace your power, even in fear with my guest, Denise Taylor, author of Embrace Your Power and Go. Show notes and Journal Prompts: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/embrace-your-power-go/Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review.2022-02-2748 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 65: Issues With Receiving + How That's Messing Up Your LifeWhy is it so easy to deflect a compliment or an offer of help and so much harder to simply say thank you and receive? I believe it’s because many are uncomfortable and feel some kind of way about being on the receiving end of this energy exchange. I get it, as this is something I’ve had to grapple with in my own healing journey. And while there’ll probably never be a “Season of Receiving” marketing campaign, not excelling in receiving is secretly messing up your life. It’s time for you to discover how and fix it A...2022-02-2029 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 64: MasterPeace With Iyanla VanzantWe all wash. We care about the laundry detergent used. We even care about how our car is washed. But why do we then go into the shower and mindlessly throw soap on our body not to smell? Imagine if you took this common daily behavior of washing and elevated it into a process of caring for your physical and mental body in a different way.  Thanks to MasterPeace, a new line of luxury body therapy products by Iyanla Vanzant, this is exactly how I’ve started to master peace within my own life.  Iyanla Vanzant really needs no i...2022-02-1323 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 63: Using Intuition Or Being Triggered? How to Know The DifferenceBeing able to decipher between using your intuition and being triggered can be tricky. It's so easy to think a thought or action is based on your intuition when it's really you playing out a trigger. Venus retrograde decided this was the lesson I needed to learn this season, so I'm sharing the wealth. This episode is also a follow-up to my dating life episode from the other week. In this episode I'm discussing why not all triggers are negative and: - What is intuition- What does It mean to be triggered- How to identify...2022-02-0633 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 62: Healing Inner Child Wounds + Mothering Yourself with Lani GYour inner child influences how you make decisions, respond to challenges, and the way you live your life. Wellness gurus are constantly saying tap into your inner child, but what if that is the most fearful or wounded part of you? That’s what we’re tackling today in this episode. If you are ready to live liberated and heal your inner child and tap into your power, this episode is for you! My guest, Lani G of Loving The Journey w/ Lani has made it her mission to liberate Black women and help them in mothering their inne...2022-01-3043 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 60: Speak with Intention + Ask Better Questions with Amber WrightCommunication is the currency of all relationships, including the one with yourself. Discover how to speak with intention and ask better questions to build better relationships with my guest, Amber L. Wright, who is a communication expert and founder of Words Well Said, a personal development company that helps organizations do a better job at making their people feel seen, heard, and valued. Show notes: Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/....2021-12-1939 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 59: Grind Culture Detox with Heather ArcherYou're taught to hustle hard and keep grinding, but at what cost? Is it worth the health and wellbeing of your mind, body, and soul? Today I ask you to pause and think about the cost of buying into the culture that encourages you to grind hard in exchange for hopes of financial gains and value. My guest, Heather Archer of Thriving with Heather, has spent years creating healing environments in schools and workplaces. Her work is extremely powerful and so needed right now. In this episode Heather share her own experiences and talks about:- What...2021-12-0550 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 58: Asking For Help Isn't a Sign of Weakness with Latika VinesAsking for help can be one of the hardest things to do. There's a yin and yang to giving and receiving but most of us are really off-balanced when it comes to receiving help. I mean seriously, who wants to appear as if they aren’t strong enough to do it all, while also being there for others? For many, the world has expected you to always be available. You may even pride yourself on being the glue for so many others, but at what cost? Is not asking for help or delegating worth constantly feeling exhausted and stressed out? 2021-11-2949 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 57: Sneak Workouts + Healthy Eating Into Busy Schedule With Ease with Krystal TaylorIf there never seems to be enough time in the day to workout, this episode is for you. My guest, Kyrstal Taylor of Fitness is Not a Game, explains common misconceptions about exercising and why many struggles to consistently fit exercising into their busy schedule. Plus she gives us creative and super easy ways to sneak workouts into your busy schedule that may surprise you. With the holidays coming up, Krystal also discussed ways to eat healthily and not feel like you’re missing out and how to kick that extra “baby fat” to the curb. Show n...2021-11-2150 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 56: Why Being Bougie Should Be Goals with Cassandra AlexisIt’s time to learn the history of the word 'Bougie' and rethink the negative ideas we've been trained to believe. My guest, Cassandra Alexis of the Opulent Outcomes Coaching and Consulting discusses why being bougie should unapologetically be your goal. This is a conversation you're not going to want to miss! Show notes: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/why-being-bougie-is-goals/Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/.Thanks so much for li...2021-11-1449 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 55: 7 Chakras Explained, A Beginners Guide to Healing with Tammy EdwardsWhat exactly are chakras? If you've ever attended a yoga class or Reiki sessions, they've probably mentioned your root or crown charkas without full explanation. It's time to understand chakras, signs your chakras may be blocked, and ways to balance them. My guest Tammy Edwards of Colors Make Me Happy 2, is a crystal chakra educator and certified Reiki Master practitioner where she leads a 14-week session all about chakras. I've asked her to join me today to share her insights on:- 7 main chakras - Physicals signs of imbalance - How to identify if c...2021-11-0745 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 54: Financial Liberation = Wellness with Deborah OwensThe American Dream will continue to be denied to Black and brown women if we don’t wake up! Systemic economic barriers have left our sisters with empty purses and we have yet to realize the full effects. That’s not wellness or living hella well. Now is the time for financial liberation for women of color, but how and where do you start?To explain how Black and brown women can get on the path to financial liberation I’ve brought in Deborah Owens, my favorite financial freedom fighter and America’s Wealth Coach. Deborah Owens is...2021-10-3143 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 54: Financial Liberation = WellnessThe American Dream will continue to be denied to Black and brown women if we don’t wake up! Systemic economic barriers have left our sisters with empty purses and we have yet to realize the full effects. That’s not wellness or living hella well. Now is the time for financial liberation for women of color, but how and where do you start?To explain how Black and brown women can get on the path to financial liberation I’ve brought in Deborah Owens, my favorite financial freedom fighter and America’s Wealth Coach. Deborah Owens is...2021-10-3100 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 53: Self-Pleasuring, Get In Touch With Yourself with Chanel JaaliWhy is pleasure never discussed in sex education? Or that sex with a partner is even better when you personally know how to please yourself? Instead, many women grow up not feeling comfortable touching themselves or directing another person. Pleasure starts way before one gets in the bedroom as my guest, Chanel Jaali discusses in this week's episode. Chanel is the founder of Jaali Co., a multi-faceted company focusing on sex education, pleasure, and research, and is a wealth of info on the subject. She is an independent researcher, public speaker, mental health professional, and sexual educator focusing...2021-10-2440 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 52: Reiki Healing From a DistanceAs a certified Reiki Master and Reiki teacher, people constantly ask how does distance Reiki healing works? It's easy to wrap our minds around sending love or prayers, but receiving healing energy from a distance can be complicated to comprehend. I get it because I was a skeptic until I became a Reiki practitioner. If someone said to me, "I'm sending you healing from miles away," there was a time when I'd call BS. My Virgo mindset wouldn't allow me to believe it is possible to receive healing from a distance. Nowadays, I use distance Reiki...2021-10-1720 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 51: My Job is Killing Me, Help!Have you ever searched online 'my job is killing me?' If you have, don't worry, you're not alone. 85% of people globally are unhappy in their job, according to a Gallup poll. I've had jobs that literally were killing me, and one almost did, including a business I created. There were so many signs that my well-being was in danger due to my jobs. Yet, I completely missed or disregarded them, which is why I wanted to talk about this topic. Unfortunately, not everyone has the luxury to quit, so what can you do? In today's episode, I...2021-10-1033 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 50: International Travel Mistakes To Avoid During COVIDI just got back from a trip to Morocco and Portugal. Traveling internationally during the COVID-19 pandemic has its own challenges that you may not experience when traveling domestically. From different entry requirements to new things to consider, navigating International travel during a pandemic was interesting. It is so easy to make one of these mistakes discussed in this week's episode, which could cost you money and time. That's why I wanted to share my observations, challenges, and tips for traveling internationally during COVID. Hopefully, this discussion will help you avoid making any of these mistakes during your next trip...2021-10-0336 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 49: Living Abroad While Black with Claire B. SoaresWith so many companies allowing people to work remotely, many are thinking about WFH from another country. In today's episode I have Claire B. Soares of Up in The Air Life who has been living abroad and will be giving us the tea. Show notes: Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review.2021-09-2649 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 47: Self-Love vs Self-CareSelf-love and self-care are hot topics. Sadly, I constantly see people mixing up self-love and self-care. It makes it real hard to incorporate these hot topics into one’s life if you don’t really understand the difference between these similar, yet different terms. I say this from my own personal experience of learning the hard way the difference between self-love and self-care. As this week is our anniversary episode and my birthday, I wanted to gift you with the understanding of the differences between self-love, and self-care. When I was able to fully grasp the difference and unde...2021-09-1235 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 46: What Would Beyonce Do? Self-Care EditionBeyonce is more than a cultural icon or a fellow Virgo. Love her or hate her, she leads by example through her music, actions, and dollars that self-care is central to one's well-being and is more than being overly conscious of your body. If you listen closely, Queen Bey has been dropping self-care gems for years. In today’s episode of 'What Would Beyonce Do? Self-Care Edition,' we’re discussing how Beyonce deals with self-doubt, her go-to self-care activities for busy women, and her intentions for the next decade of her life.Show notes: Be sure...2021-09-0534 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 45: I'm About That Reiki LifeReiki has played a huge role in my sense of self-worth and my overall well-being. Yet it’s been one of my best-kept secrets. Not any more! Today I’m discussing everything you need to know to tap into this healing energy you didn’t know you needed in your life. What is Reiki? How does it work? Can it be done remotely or only in person? And what are my clients saying about working with me as a Karuna Reiki Master? Mrs. Takata, a trailblazer in the Reiki community, once said, “I want Reiki to be as common a...2021-08-2929 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 44: Decolonizing Wellness with Dalia KinseyWe live under so much stress and exhaustion because of systemic oppression and racism. Up until 2020 and the outspoken racial tension in the U.S.A., everybody was telling us this wasn't real. That was a lie.  What's worst, is when you'd seek out safe spaces to heal only to encounter that same feeling of oppression. Is decolonizing wellness the answer?Dalia Kinsey and author of the upcoming book, Decolonizing Wellness: A QTBIPOC-Centered Guide to Escape the Diet Trap, Heal Your Self-Image, and Achieve Body Liberation, and this week's guest thinks it will help. But does it mean to...2021-08-2252 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 43: Human Design - A Beginner's Guide with Sharon Kershner + Jessica EguizabalWant to step completely into your personal power and stop questioning if you're where you “should” be?  If so, Human Design is an excellent tool to use and the next generation of self-discovery. The best way to describe Human Design is that it's like a mix of the Myers-Briggs personality test and astrology. I wish I was an expert, but I'm not. That's why I invited two of Clubhouse’s Human Design enthusiasts, Sharon Kershner and Jessica Eguizabal to join me today. Together, they are giving a beginner’s guide on how to tap into your uniqueness using Human Des...2021-08-151h 02Hella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 42: 5 Reiki Precepts - Strengthening Your Mindfulness MusclesThe Reiki precepts are a set of principles or mantras to help guide you in your daily life. And the great thing about them is that you don't have to be a Reiki practitioner to use them. Adding these to my daily self-care practice has made a difference in how I show up in the world. What's special or unique about the Reiki precepts is that there is something so spiritual and magical about saying these phrases in Japanese (and in English), which is why I wanted to share them with you.What this practice has taught me...2021-08-0800 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 41: There's Power In Your Words, Be Intentional Sis!Why aren’t we taught about the power of words as kids? Words have the power to inspire, hurt, heal, destroy, and evoke all kinds of emotions. When you're not intentional about the power and energy in your words, you can unconsciously sabotage your desires.Discover: - Two words that can make or break you- 3 words to substitute out of your life - Kotodama and the spirit of words - Words and your subconsciousShow notes: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/power-of-words-be-intentional-sis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...2021-08-0130 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 40: 7 Types of Rest You're Not Getting and Why You're ExhaustedRest shouldn’t feel like a chore you add to your to-do list. But so many of us struggle to find the time to rest and then feel guilty about it. What’s worse is when you try to fix your lack of energy by getting more sleep or doing nothing and you still feel exhausted. That’s like a slap in the face! You know you need to rest. Even God knew and used the seventh day to rest. But one of the main reasons you’re still constantly exhausted is your belief that sleep or doing nothing...2021-07-1843 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 39: How to Find The Perfect Travel Companion For You with Brittany LindsayFinding the right travel companion for your specific trip is one of the most important decisions you can make. Select the wrong travel partner, and even the best travel destinations can be ruined. Trust me, I've heard of so many friendships and relationships destroyed forever because they were horrible travel companions.No matter how close you are, some people are not meant to travel together; and it’s ok. What’s not ok, is not taking the time and effort before booking your trip to determine the right travel companion for a particular trip. Remember, just because someone make...2021-07-1136 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 38: Are You Really Free? Think About It!As this country celebrates its independence (my ancestors weren't free in 1776), it has me thinking. Are we truly free? Seriously, think about this for a moment. You may not be physically enslaved, in prison, and have some flexibility in how you think and move in this country, but does that really equate to freedom? I think it's time to take a look closer.In my opinion, I don't think we are free but that doesn't mean we can't start moving towards our freedom. So here are 15 ways to be free and escape the concentration camp of your mind.2021-07-0435 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 37: Why Plant Therapy is Self-Care with Danielle AlvarezThere are so many benefits to being in nature that it only makes sense to bring that feeling into your home. Plus plenty of scientific studies back up this theory. Plant care is a great form of self-care and therapy that many didn't realize they needed, including me, until a pandemic lockdown.Becoming a plant parent can have a calming effect, boosts your memory, and even has the potential to increase your creativity. If you’re like me, you probably think you have a black thumb and could never be a good plant parent. WRONG!! I love how Da...2021-06-2746 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 36: Don't Should On Yourself!Should is one of the most harmful words in the English language. It's also a word after listening to this podcast episode that may have you rethinking ever using it again. I don’t know about you, but I find myself should all over myself all the time; most of the time it’s not intentional. Why do we do it? And seriously, who is this external authority that has you feeling like you "should" feel or be a certain way? Nothing good ever comes after the word should as it’s always a judgment. “I should lose weight” or “you sh...2021-06-2030 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 35: Sea Moss - Does it live up to the hype? with Plant-Based JeffSea Moss, is one of the latest hot trends in the wellness community, but does it really live up to the hype? My guest, Jeff Austin (aka Plant-Based Jeff) is spilling the tea on this sea moss.Info You Hella Want to Catch:What is sea moss and what are the benefitsWhat to consider before adding sea moss to your dietKey factors to know before purchasing from a vendorDifferent ways you can use sea moss Learn about different types of sea moss and how to determine the quality2021-06-1348 minThe CheckupThe CheckupEp 60 - Long Term Care Trust: Washington Cares - with Steve CainSteve Cain, a Long Term Care expert and broker at LTCi joins Danielle to explain the fundamentals of Washington Cares, the new Act that creates a Long Term Care benefit for Washington residents. There are important things employers in particular need to understand: the requirements, the exemptions and the opportunities to educate employees. Steve and Danielle walk through it all.More at daniellehuston.com2021-06-0748 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 34: Naomi Osaka Is Human First & Her Self-Care Matters!Naomi Osaka was fined $15,000 essentially for setting boundaries to preserve her mental well-being. If she broke a bone or lost her voice, would she be treated the same? My guess is no, it would not be the same, but that doesn’t make it right. There is an unspoken rule or belief in society that demands that women and people of color to suck it up and do their ‘job’  no matter what. You should be agreeable, strong, there for others who expect you to be, and of course, be thankful to have a “good job” or a “good life.” Bu...2021-06-0632 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 33: Unlearning to Be Me - My Wellness JourneyWhile Michelle Obama's book Becoming encouraged us to become, I’m over here unlearning to be me. And after 30+ years of being me, I've discovered there's a lot to un-become and I'm sharing today part of my wellness journey. Warning: there were tears while recording this as I honestly want to share the other side of what it means to become, by first unlearning. Unlearning takes awareness. It requires you to observe your patterns and be honest with yourself. And then when the time is right, create a new pattern and practice it repeatedly. Of course, we can’t fo...2021-05-3139 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 32: Tiny Habits That Change Everything!There is a painful gap between what people want and what they actually do. But what if I told you that the way you’re trying to change or create habits is hella flawed. Oh, and that there’s an embarrassingly easier way to achieve what you desire that will make you question why you didn't think about it before that you can start today. Would you want to know more?If so, today I'm sharing what has helped me make lasting healthy habits with a few tiny changes based on a book from Dr. BJ Fogg, a behav...2021-05-2339 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 31: Vaccination Passport and What You Need to KnowWith the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently relaxing its travel restrictions and more destinations opening up for vaccinated travelers, is the vaccination passport your ticket to international travel? Before you answer yes, you might want to learn more about what each vaccination passport app includes, which is best to use for your specific destination, the social implications, and the security risks.Vaccination passport is one of the hottest topics in the travel and tourism industry right now. No matter where you want to go, you'll need to prove you've been vaccinated and/or recently tested n...2021-05-1746 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 30: People Pleaser, This Ain’t Love with Samantha WashingtonDiscover the ugly truth about being a people pleaser that will make you rethink your actions with this week's guest Samantha Washington of Mended Fitness. https://www.facebook.com/groups/895613094144148/?ref=share https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthawashington/Show notes: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/people-pleaser-this-aint-love/Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/.Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review.2021-05-0946 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 29: 8 Ways You're Doing Self-Care 'Wrong'Self-care is being peddled as the “It Girl” for all your needs. With 49.5 million posts on Instagram with the phrase "self-care," it's hard not to scroll through your social media feed without seeing a post with the hashtag #selfcare. It all sounds great until you realize self-care can be done wrong.The wellness industry is a trillion-dollar industry and larger companies are jumping on the self-care bandwagon. Everything these days is considered self-care from what you eat, where you go, and the beauty products you use. We are being told daily what self-care "should" be and what we "shou...2021-05-0233 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 28: Forget Being Olivia Pope, Fix Yo' Self!Olivia Pope was known as the infamous "Fixer" on the hit TV show, Scandal. She'd strut in her white outfit proclaiming, "it's handled," but did she ever seem happy fixing others? Or more importantly, did her own life ever seemed fixed or handled? Not to me! The need to fix or problem-solve for others comes with ease for those who are natural caregivers or empaths. That's just who we are, but there's a dark side to being a fixer that we don't talk about often. Even when our need to fix or offer advice comes from the best intentions, it...2021-04-2630 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 26: Crystal Healing - How It Works with Tiffany BurkeWe’ve been conditioned to think using crystals is not for “us” and that crystals are some new age ish. All I can say is lies, lies, and more lies! Our ancestors knew what was up. Egyptians and other African cultures were known to use all different types of crystals in rituals and in their daily life. Crystals are even mentioned many times in the Bible. This episode is to reintroduce this ancient method of using the healing energy of crystals to enhance your life and help you reach your goals. Discover what are the must-have crystals everyone should own, what t...2021-03-071h 01Hella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 25: Stop Suppressing Anger, It's Hurting You SisYou can’t escape your emotions no matter how hard you try. Anger is one emotion we often attempt to suppress (intentionally and unintentionally), which if done habitually, can have a damaging effect on your mental and physical well-being and your relationships. Discover in today’s episode: - Why you may be suppressing your anger (some reasons may shock you) - What happens when you do suppress anger - The dangers of suppressing your anger- How suppressed anger shows up in the body - Anger and work (how to deal with it)- Sign...2021-03-0131 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 24: Build + Maintain a Healthy Circle of Friends as an Adult with Cathy CouncilWhy is making and keeping friends so much harder as an adult? You’ll learn from my guest, Cathy Council, that making friends as an adult doesn’t have to be hard. In today’s episode we’ll discuss: - Why your circle of friends is vital to your own growth - How to adjust to the changes in your friendships - Friendships as living relationships constantly evolving - Breaking up with friends- Toxic friendships About Cathy Council - Cathy is a certified life coach certified business relationship manager who focuses on helping...2021-02-2150 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 23: Dance is Healing in Motion with Dr. Rennes Toussaint-KeshinroDance is part of our long history of communal healing in the Black community and is a powerful connection to our past. In this episode, my guest, Dr. Rennes Toussaint-Keshinro, discusses why dance therapy works, how dance can be used to heal from emotional trauma and the benefits of using dance for mental health. Show notes: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/dance-is-healing-in-motion/ ‎Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. Sign up at http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/join-wellness-revolution/.Thanks so much for...2021-02-1449 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 22: Music Is The Medicine We NeedMusic has the power to heal like no other medium. Hella cultures have used music as a form of healing and medicine for centuries, especially in Africa. Music/sound is even credited with being the creation of the universe in the bible and in other spiritual and religious texts. You don’t need to understand the lyrics or meaning to feel or be moved by music, which is why it’s the universal language of healing. Think about how hearing a certain song can teleport you back to a special memory or dramatically shift your mood within a few...2021-02-0740 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 21: Your Identity is Hella Influenced By Habits with Courage MolinaWe build habits that support how we currently think about ourselves. Meaning, your current habits, whether conscious or subconscious, are reflections of who you believe yourself to be at this moment (aka- your identity). However, when we talk about building better habits, it's usually around eating healthy, getting more sleep, or exercising. We don't think about our identity-based habits and that's a huge mistake. If identity-based habits are a new concept, this podcast episode will help you to understand how your habits influence your day-to-day life. An example of an identity-based habit could be when your exceptional ability...2021-01-3155 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 20: Check Your Mindset Before It Checks You with Dante StephensYour mindset directly impacts your success and failure but have you checked your beliefs recently to determine if they’re in alignment with what you say you really want in life? If not, you may be missing out on the overflow of abundance and joy you've been praying and trying to manifest and wondering why it's not working out.To be honest, it can be tough to tell if your thoughts are unintentionally having a negative effect on your life and if they’re actually yours, to begin with, or from the influence of others. That’s part of the pr...2021-01-2452 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 19: Why Food Travel is a Must with Nina GrossFood travel is one of the top reasons why people travel. It is after all the universal language that tells the story of the destination’s people and culture. Food tours are hella popular right now, do you know how to spot a good one? Or you should be considering when selecting an off-the-beaten-path destination versus a major city? In this episode, celebrity chef Nina Gross tells stories of her experiencing traveling through food and how she has worked her way into many kitchens to learn how to make local dishes. She also shares her recommended culinary travel de...2021-01-1751 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 18: F**k Your Vision Board & New Year ResolutionsAre you tired of being disappointed by your vision board results? Or do you ever question why you can’t stick to a new year resolution or goal to save your life? There are things you’re unknowingly doing that will keep you from attaining your visions and goals. Info You'll Hella Want To Catch: - Common resolutions - One thing you MUST do before creating a vision board- 5 Vision board pitfalls to avoid - Why resolution perfectionism is like your kryptonite - Why only visualizing the end results is a mistake 2021-01-1040 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 17: Are You Living Beyond Capacity? with Nicole RhoneHappy New Year! This is the time of year when most are saying “new year, new me,” but it’s hard to make major shifts when your plate is already maxed out and you’re at capacity…or worst, living beyond your capacity. For years I lived beyond my capacity under the pretense that this is simply the life of the typical strong Black woman until it almost killed me. That’s why I wanted to bring on my podcast guest, Nicole Rhone who is a gifted capacity coach and host of the Flow and Flourish Podcast, to help you determine:2021-01-0348 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 16: Exhale 2020 With Grace & Gratitude with Alexandria Harris2020 is one unforgettable year. Yet, all too quickly the holiday rush leads you to rush right into the New Year without first taking the much needed time to rest to reflect on all that this year has been. There are the blessings and the lessons that you have experienced in such a defining moment of your life. In the final episode in the Awaken to You series it’s time to do an end-of-year review to unpack key areas of your life to gain and maintain the clarity you need for the next season.Show notes: 2020-12-2750 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 15: Grieving 2020 & Coping With Loss with Herdyne Mercier2020 has been a year of lost expectations, daily routines, vacations, and sadly, our loved ones. We are all grieving what we knew as “the norm.” In the fourth episode of our Awaken to You series, a month-long series focused on intentional reflection as we approach a new year, we’re talking all about grief and how it’s more than just the loss of a loved one. My guest, Herdyne Mercier of the Redefining Grief Podcast, breaks down in this episode how grief is normal, the myth of the 5 stages of grief, how to overcome grief, and that there’s power in t...2020-12-2033 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 14: Turn Your Limiting Beliefs Into Limitless Possibilities with Rhonda WilliamsWhat are limiting beliefs? Limiting beliefs are thoughts and stories you tell yourself that prevent you from pursuing your goals and dreams. Instead of leaving that job you hate or traveling the world as you’ve always desired, these beliefs are like your personal prison holding back from the life you really want.So how do you overcome limiting beliefs and turn them into limitless possibilities? As part of our Awaken To You! month-long series to help you be intentional about your end-of-the-year reflection, our Guest Rhonda Williams, host of the Money, Life & Limitless Possibilities Podcast discusses with us: 2020-12-1338 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 13: Your Superwoman Cape Isn't For 24/7 with Jateya JonesBeing a superwoman can feel like a 24/7 job that you can never quit - and that’s exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be. We all have superpowers but we don’t know when to tap into them and when it’s time to use our natural gifts. Think about it, Superman wasn’t Superman all the time. He’d switch into Superman when he needs an extra boost but then go back to being Clark Kent. As women of color, we often forget to balance the two because society has trained us to think we must be a superwo...2020-12-0640 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 12: Journaling is a Life-Changing HabitIf someone asked me what’s one of the most important things someone seeking to reduce stress, gain clarity, and be more intentional about their well-being can do right now to make a noticeable difference in their lives? My answer would be to start journaling. Keeping a journal helps you create order when your world feels like it’s in chaos. Journaling allows you to take time for self-awareness, which can be a life-changing habit. Studies have also proven there are many benefits to journaling from dealing with life’s endless demands to gaining clarity and a vehicle to drea...2020-11-2931 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 11: Yoga Is More Than a Pose or For the Skinny with Saisha LaconSaisha Lacon of Thick Thigh Yoga is proudly representing the power and ability of our curvy sisters in the yoga community and debunking the myth that size matters when it comes to yoga. I’ll confess I hated yoga the first couple of times I tried it. That was until a powerful and funny experience in Bali that changed my mind.In today's episode, Saisha discusses her story and the benefits of yoga that go beyond getting into shape and dispels several myths about yoga. Show notes: Be sure to also join the Hella Well Wi...2020-11-2251 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 10: Staycations That Will Rival Your Normal VacationsThe covid-19 pandemic has impacted how we work, spend our leisure time, and now how we spend the holidays. 2020 is truly the year of staycations and I'm not talking about simply pulling up a YouTube video and watching the waves in the Maldives. If done right, a staycation can truly rival your normal vacations. Discover the keys to organizing an epic staycation at home and local getaways just in time for the holidays. Show notes: Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special...2020-11-1534 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 9: Why You're Not Losing Weight, But Doing Everything with Evelyn LeVasseurEven when you think you’re doing all the right things to lose weight, like exercising and following a strict diet, the real reasons you’re not losing weight or keeping it off will hella surprise you. Evelyn LeVasseur of EvelynFit.com answers the question many women are asking, “Why is it that I’m watching my food intake and exercising, but I'm still not keeping the weight off? So many of us have struggled with yo-yo dieting, including Evelyn. It is her experience with the diet roller coaster that inspired her mission to help other women le...2020-11-0849 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 8: Rise of The Travel PodPeople are desperately craving to get out of isolation and ways to connect with family and friends. As the holidays are fast approaching, and the pandemic doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon, travel pods are trending as a new way to travel and focus on safety. What is a travel pod? A travel pod also called a vacation pod, is when two or more households (couples, families, or friends) decided to travel together in hopes of minimizing encountering unknown travelers and the risks typically associated with group travel. Communication and values are pr...2020-11-0131 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 7: Burnout is Real but there's a Cure with Whitney JohnsonYou don't wake up one morning and all of a sudden burnout. Being burnout creeps up on us over time like a slow leak, if you don’t know the signs. This week my guest, Whitney Johnson of Real Muvahood LLC breaks down the signs, how mothers especially can avoid that burnout feeling and pour into themselves without guilt.Show Notes: http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/burnout-is-real-but-theres-a-cure/Be sure to also join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and special announcements. To sign up go to: ht...2020-10-2540 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEp 6: Attracting the Life You Want Now with Dani FaustWhat if all you had to do is think of your wildest dream and then it came true? Like saying one day, “I’m going to meet and hug Oprah, have two amazing kids and a husband?” Well, that’s exactly what happened to my guest, Dani Faust, spiritual life & manifestation coach, intuitive energy healer, metaphysical practitioner, and the host of Manifest It, Sis Podcast. She manifested the life she desired and shares how you can too! 
Topics Discussed:  * What is manifesting and how it works* Tips on how to manifest with ease * How to manifest...2020-10-1852 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEP 5: Where Americans Can Travel Internationally NowAre you ready to travel again internationally, but not sure where Americans can travel right now due to COVID restrictions? If so, you stumbled upon the perfect podcast episode breaking down: * What countries are open to Americans * Travel requirements for each * What to consider when traveling internationally right now* What's the difference between PCR and the antibody COVID tests  For more in-depth information check out the show notes:  http://hellawellwithdanielle.com/podcast/where-americans-can-travel-nowBe sure to join the Hella Well With Danielle newsletter for my biggest ah-ha moments from each episode and...2020-10-1133 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEp. 4: Self-Care For Busy Women of ColorThe Breonna Taylor ruling was recently announced, and I'm hella not ok. Assuming I'm not alone, I decided to do a two-part series on self-care for busy women of color. Right now, self-care is not a luxury. It never has been, especially for women of color, but we often make the excuse that we are too busy to add self-care to our daily or weekly routines.Because I want women of color to thrive and not simply survive, here are eight ways to add self-care. Some will take less than 10 minutes to shift your mood, while others can be...2020-10-0438 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEp 3: Vegan-ish Lifestyle: The Benefits, The Dos, & The WTH with Stephanie Williams-JohnsonThis is one of the most chill conversations about being vegan-ish, and honestly, we sorta need more of these for people to feel comfortable to explore being vegan or simply eating better. Even if you’re not vegan and never plan to consider it, there still is so much to gain from this conversation with Stephanie Willams-Johnson, founder of Vegan, What? Discussion topics include: - What’s the difference between being vegan and vegetarian - Health-related diseases in the Black community and how food plays a part- Ways to ease into being a vega...2020-09-2742 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEp 2: Reasons Why You Can't Stick To AnythingHave you ever wondered, why you can’t stick to anything like a routine, diet, or self-care goals? In the beginning, it’s easy because you’re all in and excited. But then you miss a few days and eventually feel defeated and you give up. There are a few reasons why you may be struggling to stick to anything. You’re probably making one or more of these 8 common mistakes people make when trying to consistently stick to something. In this episode learn what is blocking you, how to stop falling off the wagon to consiste...2020-09-2734 minHella Well With DanielleHella Well With DanielleEp 1: Travel Internationally During the COVID Pandemic with Dr. Yvette McQueenIf you're like me or anyone else who hella loves to travel, especially internationally, you've been grounded for most of the year due to the coronavirus…and you’re probably going a bit crazy. Countries are slowly starting to open but, the elephant in the airport (or room)…is traveling internationally during the COVID pandemic safe and what do I need to consider? If you’re thinking about traveling now or simply want to be ready when you feel safe again, these tips from Dr. Yvette McQueen, a travel doctor and a global physician, will prepare you to travel internationally during C...2020-09-2734 min