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Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFitness, Bodybuilding & Active Lifestyles for Men (S13 E1)Ricky Howell is the Media Director of New Covenant Christian Ministries (Lithonia, GA), whose passion for bodybuilding led him to become a promoter with the DFAC Georgia Natural Championships and former owner-operator of 9Round Fitness kickboxing fitness gym in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Join me and Bishop Johnathan Alvarado in an inspiring conversation with Ricky as he discusses the motivations behind his bodybuilding journey. Ricky shares valuable information regarding the physical, mental and emotional benefits fitness and active lifestyles for men.2024-06-0258 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBlack Men: Health, Wellness, Fitness & Self-Care (S10 E2)Dr. Brian Keith Hodges is the senior pastor of Gathering of Champions Church in Marietta, GA. He is a leadership and executive coach, professor of religious studies, ministry consultant, team builder, leadership strategist and author of the book, Basic Money Matters. Join, Bishop Johnathan Alvarado and I, in a candid conversation with Dr. Hodges about his weight loss journey, stress reduction, healthy eating, fitness, self-care, health and wellness for black men. 2023-06-191h 04Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSoul-Care for Men (S7 E9)Michael Washington is a certified ordained chaplain and clinical pastoral educator. Join us in a riveting conversation on the role of "soul-care" in self-care for men. Dr. Washinton speaks from his experiences as a chaplain at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and his years of providing spiritual direction to men in church and clinical contexts. Listen and discover ways in which men can engage in soul-care and the benefits of a healthy spiritual life for men.2022-06-2759 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care Requires Discipline (S7 E8)Pastor Carey Conner states, Self-care and healthy living requires discipline." Join me and Dr. Johnathan Alvarado in conversation with Pastor Conner as he discusses the benefits of his fitness regimen on his personal and professional life. Pastor Conner enlightens us on the mental and physical discipline men (and women) must develop to train their mind, body, spirit, and palate to eat healthy and exercise consistently.2022-06-201h 02Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBlack Men & Mental Health Matters (S7 E7)Dr. Alduan Tartt is a psychologist, minister, speaker, media host and author who serves as a frequent psychology expert on CNN and HLN. Listen as Dr. Tartt,  Dr. Johnathan Alvarado and I discuss mental health matters for black men. Dr. Tartt uncovers systemic reasons why black men may resist therapy and gives us therapeutic strategies for treating and resolving mental health issues in family, marriage, parenting, and relationships.2022-06-131h 04Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care, Health, and Wellness for Black Men (S7 E6)Dr. Calvin Ellison is an author, entrepreneur, naturopathic doctor, certified nutritional consultant, and global wellness trailblazer. Join us in an inspiring conversation about issues of self-care, health and wellness that are particular to men of color. Dr. Ellison shares valuable information from his books, seminars, and years of experience in motivating men to eat healthy, exercise and take better care of themselves.2022-06-0650 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorGo Get Yourself: ADHD & Women (S7 E5)Join me in a transparent conversation with Roslyn Bogle about her struggles with attentiveness, low-self-esteem, relationships and the management of life and work, because of ADHD. Roslyn's message is, "You Are Not Broken" as she shares lessons learned about the ways in which ADHD present for women and the victory, she is gaining through medication, therapy, supportive relationships, exercise, healthy eating, setting healthy boundaries, time management, and rest.2022-05-3059 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBreath is Life: Deep Breathing & Self-Care (S7 E4)Jada Right is an occupational therapist, doula, lactation specialist, and certified yoga instructor. Join us as Jada discusses the stressors of life that negatively impact our ability to breathe properly. Jada demonstrates cleansing, invigorating, relaxing breath techniques that can be practiced throughout our day, creating awareness and energy, decreasing stress, and optimizing our overall wellbeing.2022-05-2351 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSave Some for Yourself: Self-Care for Mothers (S7 E3)Nafeesha Frost-Bailey is a wife and mother of 2 boys, an educator, a wellness specialist who specializes in helping women to reach the highest version of themselves through movement, nutrition, stress management, post-partum support and yoga. Join us as we discuss the struggles of practicing intentional self-care and motherhood. Nafeesha shares lessons learned from her doula during and after the birth of her 2nd son, how she developed a “sustainable” self-care plan, and why it is important for women to create boundaries for self-care that refuel,​refresh, and rejuvenate us while caring for family, friends, and career.2022-05-1649 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorI Sing Because... Music & Self-Care (S7 E2)Join me with Dr. Alisha L. Jones-Skinner, associate professor in the music department of the University of Cambridge, board member of the Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM), American Musicological Society (AMS), and a co-chair of the Music and Religion Section of the American Academy of Religion (AAR). As a performer-scholar, Dr. Alisha consults museums, conservatories, seminaries, and arts organizations on curriculum, live and virtual event programming, and content development. Listen as Dr. Alisha talks to us about the discipline of deep listening and the role of music in overcoming trauma and mental health challenges. Dr. Alisha encourages us to develop...2022-05-0951 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorLord Help My Mind... Faith & Mental Health (S7 E1)Dr. Carolyn Boston Love is the Co-Pastor of One Church of Jacksonville, an educator, certified chaplain, counselor, coach, mentor to women in business and ministry, and founder of Embodiment, Inc. Listen as Dr. Love candidly shares about the history of depression and suicide in her family, and her personal battles with depression. As a chaplain and counselor, Dr. Love empowers her clients through practical strategies and spiritual insight into mental health. Dr. Love inspires us to courageously face personal struggles, seek professional help, and put in the work that is necessary to overcome emotional and mental health challenges.2022-05-0253 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCreated to Thrive: Breaking Nutritional Barriers (S6 E13)African American women are often celebrated for cooking flavorful meals that our family and friends enjoy. However, certain foods that we traditionally eat may not be healthy. Join me with Tamiya King-Troutman, certified health coach, certified medical assistant, professional writer, and founder of Cool Pink Health and Wellness meal delivery service as we discuss how to creatively cook and prepare meals without losing the flavor and tastes we enjoy.2022-03-2859 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCreated to Thrive: Breaking Career & Ministry Barriers (S6 E12)Join me with Freida McCullough, Pastor, Author, Motivational Speaker, and Real Estate Broker discussing her book, Victory Your Only Option and lessons from her life, real estate career and ministry. Pastor Frieda inspires listeners to become free of "traditional" roles, stereotypes, expectations, and limitations that others may set for women of color.2022-03-211h 00Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCreated to Thrive: Breaking Personal Barriers (S6 E11)Kathryn Stanley is an educator, writer, editor, public theologian, and yogi. Join us Kathryn shares candidly about the barriers she has overcome in her life and career related to her self-image, self-love, self-care, and wellness. Kathryn discusses the goals she has set for herself at age 55 and beyond and encourages women to enjoy life and celebrate themselves.2022-03-1453 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCreated to Thrive: Breaking Barriers for Women (S6 E10)Join me and Dr. Jeanne Porter King as we discuss our chapters in the book, Created to Thrive, published by Christians for Biblical Equality. Dr. Jeanne shares strategies for breaking down barriers women face due to cultural and societal stereotypes. Listen as we discuss ways to celebrate the beauty and accomplishments of women as we care for ourselves.2022-03-0754 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThe Power of Rest (S6 E9)Dr. Anastasia Alvarado is Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist. Join us in a riveting conversation that dismantles Westernized indoctrinations and mindsets about productivity and rest. Listen as we discuss internalized stigmas about productivity that correlate with the historical devaluing of black women, capitalistic systems that validates unhealthy work life, and the power that is found when we reclaim our right to self-care, restoration and rest.2022-02-281h 01Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of Color21 Days of Transformation (S6 E8)Felicia Redding is a holistic health coach, herbalist, founder of Destination W.E.L.L (Wholeness in Every Level of Life), and author of 21 Days of Transformation. Join me in conversation with Felicia about the lessons learned on her wellness journey that inspired the development of her 21-day wellness program. Felicia motivates us with healthy recipes, herbal tea blends, and aromatherapy oil blends that can enhance our health and wellness journey.2022-02-2142 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHeart Health (S6 E7)February is Heart Health Awareness Month! Join me in conversation with Dr. Talaya Clark of Atrium Health Biddle Point Family Practice as she educates us on the spectrum of cardiovasular diseases that are included in heart disease. Dr. Clark speaks to us about treatment options, medicines and interventional procedures and encourages us to make preventive lifestyle choices such as a low-salt diet, regular exercise and rest in order to maintain and improve our heart health.2022-02-1456 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorPandemic PTSD (S6 E6)Dr. Shané P. Teran is an Organizational Development Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Podcaster, Trainer, and Published Author and founder of SP Consulting Group, LLC where she serves as the Senior Executive Wellness Coach and Organizational Development Strategist for business leaders seeking work-life balance and integration. Join us we discuss the psychological, emotional, mental, and social trauma we are experiencing during the Covid-19 pandemic. Listen as Dr. Teran shares mental health, self-care, and wellness strategies to assist us in lessening the effects of the trauma and stressors of the pandemic.2022-02-071h 04Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorReal Talk: Covid-19 & Vaccine Hesitancy (S6 E5)Join me in a real talk conversation about Covid-19 and vaccine hesitancy with Dr. Emily Haynes Cooper, Medical Director of Atrium Health Biddle Point - Charlotte, NC. Dr. Cooper talks to us about Covid-19 and its unique differences from other flu viruses or the common cold. She dispels misinformation about Covid-19 and vaccines. Listen as Dr. Cooper shares from her medical experience regarding Covid-19, and how masks, vaccinations, boosters, and appropriate physical distancing can protect and lessen the effects of Covid-19 in many cases.2022-01-311h 05Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSetting the Pace for Your Life (S6 E4)Rev. Leah D. Jackson, Esq. is a preacher, pastor, educator, writer, dancer and author of the devotional, Daily Manna from the Psalms: Nuggets of Hope for the Hungry Christian. Join us in a candid conversation about her self-care journey and listen as we share lessons learned, insights and strategies for creating work/life harmony and setting a healthy pace for our lives.2022-01-2449 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFitness is A Family Affair (S6 E3)Jackie Madison is a National Exercise & Sports Trainer Association Certified Lifestyle & Weight Management Specialist. Join us as Jackie shares the story of how her purpose and passion to motivate and inspire women and young girls to improve their overall health and fitness has led to the development of her business and Non-Profit Organization, Glamour Girl Fitness. This conversation will inspire you to know your family health history, break unhealthy family patterns and leave you with creative ideas for fun, fitness, and fellowship that includes your entire family.2022-01-1751 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCreating Healthy Boundaries (S6 E2)Stephanee Pinkney of G Pinkney Consulting Group is passionate about empowering women to create healthy communication skills and boundaries. Listen as we discuss the connection between boundaries and self-care, the difference between boundaries and caring for others, and the benefits of creating healthy boundaries. You will leave this conversation empowered to create healthy boundaries that honor you, your health, your family, and your life purpose.2022-01-1050 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of Color#AskDrToni (S6 E1)Join me for a special #AskDrT podcast episode with Michele Patton-Johnson of Thee Royal Dressing Room. Listen as Michele and I discuss my answers to questions about self-care and discover how putting your purpose first contributes to building healthier lifestyles of wellness and harmony.2022-01-031h 03Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorStaying Fit Through the Holidays (S5 E13)Pamela "Lady P" Daniels is the owner and operator of Chromium Fitness where she provides personal, small, and large group fitness training. Join me and Pamela “Lady P” Daniels, discussing reasons we struggle to be consistent with fitness during the holidays and winter months. Pam shares fitness strategies we can practice to remain focused and consistent while creating harmony between holiday family time, fun, holiday foods and fitness.2021-11-2944 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThankfulness & Mental Health (S5 E12)Robin May, LPC is a professional mental health therapist, life coach and speaker. Robin shares how she uses the principles of thankfulness in her clinical approach with clients, self-care strategies that we can practice daily and how thankfulness can help us in the most difficult circumstances. Join us in this conversation and discover how thankfulness can improve our mental health and produce a lifestyle of peace and harmony.2021-11-2250 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorGrief Journeys: Getting Through The Holidays (S5 E11)Dr. Sarah Williams of Covenant Way Wellness states, "Grief begins the moment we are confronted with loss."  Join us we share candidly about our grief journeys. Particular attention is given to grief that often occurs during the holidays. Dr. Sarah helps us to discover healthy ways of walking through the stages of grief and activities individuals and families can practice while honoring the memory of our loved ones through the holidays.2021-11-1550 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFood Allergy Research & Education (S5 E10)Join me in conversation with Anita Roach, VP of Community Programs and Education for FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Listen as Anita shares from her personal experience of managing food allergies in her family and developing patient centered research and community programs. Anita gives us valuable information about the impact of food allergies on the quality of life for children, adults, and communities of color. Anita leaves us with a call to action and gives us ways in which faith communities, schools, and non-profit organizations can partner with FARE in creating awareness, education, and healthy solutions to food a...2021-11-0850 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care for Caregivers Pt. 2 (S5 E9)Jerri Danyelle Brown is a long-term caregiver, mother, grandmother, and entrepreneur. Listen as we discuss how caregivers can create harmony between self-care and caregiver roles and responsibilities. Jerri shares candidly from her own experiences of caring for her father who is immobile and non-verbal. She leaves us with resources for caregiver support groups and a word of hope for caregivers who are experiencing frustration and burn out.2021-11-0147 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Colon Cancer (S5 E8)Lynn R. Jackson is a Human Resource Practitioner and Cancer Survivor. Listen as Lynn shares her story of receiving the shocking colon cancer diagnosis and how she worked to regain control of her mind, body, and spirit to get back on the road of good health. Lynn inspires cancer patients of all kinds to get in the fight in partnership with medical teams, mental health professionals, spiritual directors, family, and friend's support.2021-10-2548 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Anal Cancer (S5 E7)Teena Gamble is a wife, mother, grandmother, minister, fashion model and actress. Listen as Teena shares the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual weapons she used in her fight against anal cancer. Teena has thrived in her life, ministry, and career since receiving het cancer diagnosis in 2013. She is an eight-year cancer survivor who instills wisdom and hope to all survivors of life's challenges and cancer.2021-10-181h 04Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Breast Cancer (S5 E6)Inez Griffin-Manuel is a 3 Year Breast Cancer Survivor! Listen as she shares her journey with breast cancer, the importance of a good treatment care team and support system. Inez talks candidly about her fears, faith, family and friend support and the lasting effects of breast cancer. Yet, she shares how she is thriving because of the lifestyle changes, she made after her breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and healing.2021-10-1144 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Cancer (S5 E5)Join me in conversation with Tonya Phillips from the American Cancer Society. Tonya shares candidly about the ways in which cancer has impacted her life and educates us with facts and statistics about the leading forms of cancer. You will be educated on general risk factors, information about cancer screenings, the impact of health inequities and calls to action that can lead to prevention and hope.2021-10-0456 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorResolving Historical Trauma (S5 E4)Dr. Cassandra L. Simmons is a Licensed Associate Sex Offender Treatment Provider for the State of Illinois, conducting trauma-based therapy with children, adolescents, and adults in community-based forensics. Currently, Dr. Simmons is a Drug Abuse Program Coordinator for the Department of Justice and Adjunct Professor with Grand Canyon University College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Listen as she shares her personal story of growing up in the inner city of Cleveland, Ohio, sexual abuse, and the historical trauma that plagued her family. Dr. Simmons aides us in an understanding of the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual effects of historical...2021-09-2753 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorRadical Self-Care (S5 E3)Pastor Sheleta Fomby is the Co-Founder and Co-Pastor of the New Life Church, Inc. in Laurel Maryland with a distinguished record of service in ministerial leadership.  Join me and Pastor Sheleta in a transparent conversation about her experiences with anxiety, burnout, and grief that she pushed through while managing an active itinerate preaching ministry, congregational care ministries and pastoral leadership. Listen as Pastor Sheleta shares how the practice of radical self-care facilitates the reclamation of joy, the establishment of new rhythms with family and friends, soul-care, and intentional time in God’s presence that she now enjoys.2021-09-201h 04Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHear Our Mother's Cry (S5 E2)DeAnna Boyd is the founder and CEO of MiLoves Circle, a spiritual coaching company with a unique focus on the inner healing of childhood to adulthood trauma. Join us in a riveting conversation about the need for examining the journey of your mother as she carried you in her womb, exploring family pathologies and releasing unconscious judgments about yourself and your relationship with your mother.2021-09-1353 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOvercoming the Superwoman Syndrome (S5 E1)Dr. Seanna Leath, assistant professor at the University of Virginia Psychology Department states, "Black women are often described as Superwomen." Join us as we discuss her article, How the Expectation of Strength Harms Black Girls and Women, and why some Black women struggle with expectations and responsibilities that lead them to neglect their own health and wellbeing. Dr. Seanna deconstructs the concept of the "strong black woman" and leaves us with alternative ways to view our strength, the practice of self-care and the holistic development of Black girls and women.2021-09-0651 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThe Seasons of A Woman's Life (S4 E13)Dr. D’Ann V. Johnson is the Executive Pastor New Covenant Christian Ministries, founder and president of Overflow Ministries, Administrative Resource Consultants and Psalmist & Scribe Publishing.  Join me in an empowering conversation with Dr. D’Ann about her new release, The Seasons of a Woman’s Life. Dr. D’ as she is affectionately called, gives us practical analogies about the natural seasons of spring, summer, fall and winter and helps us to discover meaning, growth, perspective and purpose in each season of our lives.2021-07-261h 02Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorWe Are What We Eat (S4 E12)Ricia C. Taylor is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with over 25 years of experience in nutrition, health, wellness, and weight management. Ricia states, “When we eat, we’re either fighting disease or feeding disease.” Committed to empowering, educating, motivating, and propelling individuals to be the best version of themselves, Ricia helps us in this conversation to rethink our relationship with food, overcome mindless eating and practice healthy eating habits because, “We are what we eat.”2021-07-1952 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSeven Transforming Gifts of Menopause (S4 E11)Cheryl B. Johns’ latest book, Seven Transforming Gifts of Menopause: An Unexpected Spiritual Journey goes far beyond hot flashes and gets to the very heart of the midlife journey. Cheryl comes alongside readers as a wise spiritual guide, pastor and theologian identifying seven key developmental "tasks" of menopause and gives practical ways women can embrace each one. Join me with Cheryl as she encourages women to view this stage of life as a remarkable physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation.2021-07-121h 01Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFitness for Women Fifty-Plus (S4 E10)Sheila L. Agnew McCoy is a certified personal trainer who specializes in senior fitness, women’s fitness and corrective exercise which is a specialized training in human movement assessment to correct body imbalances. Join me in conversation with Sheila regarding fitness for women fifty-plus. Sheila will inspire and motivate all who listen to regain lost confidence in their athletic abilities with practical advice that will improve your strength, toning, stability and focus on living a better quality of life.2021-07-0553 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBecoming Consistent (S4 E9)Many women experience the struggles of becoming consistent in fitness and self-care. As a single mother, higher education professional, college professor, and church leader, Stephanie Allen is certainly one who can relate. Listen as Stephanie shares transparently about her wellness journey, past and current struggles with consistency, turning points and how her participation in the Harmonize Your Life Women's Self-Care Network has shifted her mindset and motivated her to become consistent in exercising, walking, and prioritizing health, wellness, and self-care.2021-06-2856 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCaring for Me While I Care for You (S4 E8)Deborah A. Woods, RN is a transformational life coach, minister, mother, and grandmother. Listen as she shares her journey through health, wellness, grief, and widowhood after 38 years of marriage. Deborah shares how she found the courage to keep going and inspire other widows because of the relationships and support she found in My Sister's Keeper Foundation for Women and the Harmonize Your Life Women's Self-Care Network. Get ready to be encouraged, inspired, cry and laugh in this conversation with me and Coach Deborah.2021-06-2144 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care & Non-Scale Wins (S4 E7)Tammy Smith is the CEO of S.T.A.R Coaching & Counseling Services in Columbus. OH. She is a compassionate counselor, minister, and mental health professional. Join me in an empowering conversation with Tammy about her self-care journey, weight-loss and the non-scale wins she has gained because of her connection with the Harmonize Your Life Women's Self-Care Network. This conversation will inspire you to prioritize fitness, self-care, mental health, holistic living, and the investment of "Becoming a Better You."2021-06-1436 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorIt's Mind Over Matter (S4 E6)Rev. Melodie Powell Boone, CEO of Liberty Coaching and Consulting and founder of the Sacred Conclave, is an inspiring coach, entrepreneur, and minister who empowers leaders to initiate change that leads to personal and professional success. Join us in an empowering conversation about the importance of our mindset in achieving success in our fitness, self-care, health and well goals. Melodie shares candidly about her struggles with weight loss, exercise, food, and water, and how her overall health has improved with mind-set changes she has embraced because of her engagement in the self-care network.2021-06-071h 01Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorYou Are Not Your Hair (S4 E5)Aisha F. Thompkins, M.S. is an EEO and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practitioner with over seventeen (17) years of combined HR experience in both Public and Private Sectors. Join us in conversation about the social oppression, abuse, and racial discrimination that has historically characterized the connection between hair, identity formation and employment for black women. Listen as we share candidly about our natural hair journey and how we overcame the internal and social pressures related to adopting hairstyles that complement our natural curl patterns. This conversation will free women of color to become comfortable in traditionally black hairstyles with the c...2021-05-3149 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care in Ministry (S4 E4)Pastor Joyce Gilmer is an author, itinerate preacher, keynote speaker, ministry, and marketplace coach. She is the visionary leader of the Kingdom Sisters Network and Founder of the Kingdom BuildHers ClubTM on Clubhouse. Listen as Pastor Joyce and I engage in a transparent conversation about the significance of self-care and practical strategies for ministerial leaders. Pastor Joyce wraps up our conversation with a powerful prayer of hope and healing for all who will listen and view this podcast episode.2021-05-241h 05Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHalf-Time: You're Still in the Game (S4 E3)Terri Crook is an international motivational speaker that has transformed the lives of women by empowering them to get their second win(d). Listen as she shares the game plan taken from her book, It’s Only Halftime You’re Still in the Game. Terri inspires women to overcome common struggles related to aging, career changes and retirement, encouraging women to get off the bench and get back in the game!2021-05-1746 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSpiritual Formation & Self-Care (S4 E2)Rev. Dr. Jessica K. Ingram is the Episcopal Supervisor for the First Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and author The Journey Inward, Still on the Journey and A Journey in the Experience of Prayer: A Guide for the Pilgrim Traveler. Join us in a conversation about the role of spiritual formation in self-care. Rev. Jessica shares candidly from her personal and episcopal experiences and leaves us with 7 Spiritual Disciplines we should practice maintaining our spiritual health amid varied responsibilities at home, work, ministry, business, and life in general.2021-05-101h 02Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFaith & Mental Health (S4 E1)Kelley Brown is a licensed clinical counselor, life coach, educator, author and founder of Joy in Motion, Mentorship Program (www.joynmotion.org). As a mental health authority in the State of Georgia, Kelley provides oversight, training, and assistance for community treatment teams at The Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). She is a member of a state wide Faith Base Initiative designed to educate the faith community on mental health awareness.  Join us as we discuss a biblical approach to educate and empower individuals on the acceptance and reality of mental illness and the HOPE of recovery that i...2021-05-031h 05Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOwning Our Stories of Self-Care & Wholeness Pt. 4 (S3 E13)Toi Salter, President of Salter Financial Management Group is a high-powered businesswoman, community leader and philanthropist with an amazing story of resilience. Listen as she shares life lessons learned from her entrepreneurial mother and the value of reinventing yourself in life, in business and your career. Toi talks transparently about her successes and failures, the importance of internal-peace, and living an intentional lifestyle of self-care and wholeness.2021-03-2945 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOwning Our Stories of Self-Care & Wholeness Pt. 3 (S3 E12)Join me in a candid conversation with Jael Hardy about her journey of self-discovery, self-care and wholeness. Jael shares the importance of knowing yourself, healing from past hurts and pursuing your dreams post-divorce and raising children. Jael inspires women over 50, stating "You're Never Too Old" after she completed the BS in Business Administration Degree at age 50, MBA Degree at age 55 and launched JSquared Photography with her business partner.2021-03-2245 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOwning Our Stories of Self-Care & Wholeness Pt. 2 (S3 E11)Dr. Jeanne Porter-King is an author, consultant, inspirational speaker and preacher who has trained, coached and mentored many leaders in corporate, community and faith-based organizations. Listen as she shares the stories of her grandmother, mother and the lessons she learned from being stressed, stretched and overworking in her own life and career. In our conversation, Dr. Jeanne gives us practical examples in how to de-stress, slow our pace, live with intentionality, practice wellness principles and Sabbath.2021-03-1551 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOwning Our Stories of Self-Care & Wholeness Pt. 1 (S3 E10)Donna Green-Goodman, MPH is a Public Health Educator with specific emphasis in Nutrition, Healthy Cooking and Healthy Lifestyle Education for public and private organizations. Donna is a 25-year breast cancer survivor who discovered the value and power of plant foods in preventing and reversing disease. Donna and her husband Eddie, a physical therapist, own LIfestyle Therapeutix, a Lifestyle for Better Health Center in Huntsville, AL where she provides wellness coaching, counseling and cooking classes. Listen as she shares her story of faith, resilience, healing, self-care and wholeness.2021-03-0857 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Anniversary Edition (S3 E9)Join me in a candid conversation with Roz D. Bogle about my journey toward self-care and wholeness. This episode is full of inspiration, transparency, laughter and joy shared between best girlfriends who are committed to creating harmony in our lives. 2021-03-0143 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Love: Changing Negative Self-Images and Narratives (S3 E8)Dr. Keisha V. Thompson, Psychologist, Professor of Psychology, Author and Motivator is leading women in movements of intentional living. Listen as we discuss narratives that lead to negative self-images among women and how to change those narratives by engaging in self-care, self-love, and self-grace as acts of resistance.2021-02-2250 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Love: A Theology of Self-Care & Wholeness (S3 E7)Jennifer L. Carner is an author, thought leader, pastor and scholar. She serves as the first female Executive/Lead Pastor of Membership Care at the Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church in Decatur, GA. Pastor Jennifer is the author of 31 Days of Winning, a compilation of the words that helped her conjure the will to show up in her own life. Listen as we discuss a theology of self-care and wholeness that creates harmony and honors black women's bodies, who we are created to be, and the work we are called to do in our communities, families and relationships.2021-02-1546 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Love: Setting Healthy Boundaries in Marriage (S3 E6)Married for 27 years, Al and Mona Roberts enjoy coaching, mentoring and teaching married couples. Listen as they share the importance of each spouse practicing self-care, enjoying a hobby, growing as an individual, growing together and setting healthy boundaries in marriage. 2021-02-0844 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Love: Setting Healthy Boundaries (S3 E5)Dr. Billie Boyd-Cox shares how she is overcoming emotional, mental and physical pain after years of choosing others over herself. Join us in this candid discussion about self-love and learn how to set healthy boundaries in relationships and prioritize your well-being.2021-02-0143 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorProtecting Our Peace: Self-Care for Stress, Anxiety, & Trauma (S3 E4)Global pandemic, social unrest, racial pandemic, election fatigue, loss, grief, and financial stress. Dr. Anastasia Alvarado, of View Point Mental Health discusses the stress, anxiety, and trauma associated with these experiences. This empowering self-care conversation will empower you to acknowledge and name your feelings, create safe spaces, eliminate toxicity, nourish your body, make healthier choices, breathe, and protect your peace.2021-01-2547 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care, Nutrition, & Covid-19 (S3 E3)Dr. Talaya Clark, family medicine physician at Atrium Health Biddle Point in Charlotte. Listen as Dr. Clark educates us on the role of nutrition in the protection against common diseases affecting African American women. Dr. Clark candidly shares her personal experience with Covid-19 and how important nutrition and self-care practices are to our overall health and recovery process.2021-01-1847 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSabbath (S3 E2)Many times, we are overly focused on achievement, amassing wealth, work and the needs of family and friends that we fail to replenish our souls. Join me and Jennifer Watley Maxell, wife, mother, preacher, pastor and founder of the Ellipsis Women's Conference in a discussion about Sabbath as an act of resistance to the consumer culture that is ravishing our souls.2021-01-111h 08Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHolisitic Living (S3 E1)Dr. Valerie Bridgeman is Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Associate Professor of Homiletics and Hebrew Bible at Methodist Theological School of Ohio. She also is founding president and CEO of WomanPreach! Inc. Listen as we discuss why self-care must be practiced holistically to address all of life, spiritually, emotionally, physically, financially and within our relationships.2021-01-0452 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorLiving with ADHD (S2 E18)Roslyn D. Bogle is Certified Master Trainer with 25 years of experience in learning development training and sales. Listen as Roslyn candidly discusses the struggles of her ADHD diagnosis. Roslyn gives hope to women 50 plus as she shares the strategies and skills she has developed through years of counseling, therapy, mental health education and a network of supportive family and girlfriends.2020-11-3053 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorTeatime & Self-Care (S2 E17)Michelle Marks-Osborne is the owner of The Teatotaler Company and a 3rd generation tea drinker. The Teatotaler Company specializes in loose teas and tisanes (herbals) with ingredients from Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Morocco, and South Africa. Join me and Michelle in a refreshing conversation about self-care and her creative, lovingly hand-blended teas that promise to soothe your soul and spirit. 2020-11-2334 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorManaging Holiday Grief & Depression (S2 E16)Dr. Sarah Williams of Covenant Way Wellness is a Licensed and Board Certified Psychotherapist with a Speciality in Grief and Trauma. As a result of her own trauma she is devoted to helping others heal through Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Holistic Workshops, Yoga, Meditation, and Creative Therapy.  Listen as Dr. Sarah shares her experience with grief and depression and self-care strategies for managing holiday grief and depression. 2020-11-1649 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care for Caregivers (S2 E15)Jerri Danyelle Brown is a mom of six children, two grands, entrepreneur and a full-time caregiver to her father. Join me in a candid conversation with Jerri discussing her caregiver journey, strategies for empowerment, self-care, and support for caregivers.2020-11-0958 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorStaying Healthy in a Pandemic (S2 E14)Join me and Sherell Vicks-Crawford, Internal Medicine Physician in a discussion about the stress and impact of the Covid-19 Virus. Listen as Dr. Crawford teaches how to boost the immune system, continue routine care, practice preventive care, and stay healthy in a pandemic.2020-11-0253 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Domestic Violence (S2 E13)"The day I told him I was leaving, was the day he tried to kill me." Tamiko Lowry-Pugh shares her story of survival which led to the advocacy work of The Still Standing Alliance. Listen as Tamiko educates us on the signs of unhealthy relationships, self-love, self-care, survivor support, awareness, and prevention of domestic violence.2020-10-2650 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care & Breast Health (S2 E12)Dr. April L. Spencer, founder of the Global Breast Health & Wellness Center is a breast surgical expert who provides 100% breast surgical services to women, men and adolescents. Join me and Dr. Spencer as she discusses the common symptoms of breast cancer, the importance of breast exams, early detection, types of breast cancers that particularly impact African American women, recommendations for treatments, self-care and breast health.2020-10-1938 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Breast Cancer - Pt. 2 (S2 E11)Felicia Yvonne McBride is a twelve-year breast cancer survivor whose mission is to be a walking testimony for those who find themselves in the "fight". Listen as Felicia candidly shares her journey and the role of a caring and committed community of support.2020-10-1243 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Breast Cancer - Pt. 1 (S2 E10)Shermanetta Carter, CPA is the CEO of Integrity Accounting Firm and Chief Financial Officer at Morris Brown College in Atlanta, GA.. Shermanetta candidly shares how she resolved the anger she experienced after her breast cancer diagnosis and the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual healing that characterize her journey.2020-10-0544 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFriendship, Fitness and Fun for Women 40Plus! (S2 E9)The 40+ Double Dutch Club was created by Pamela Robinson for women age 40 and above who wanted an exciting, affordable way to tone, burn calories and improve their physical and mental health. Listen as Pam shares how this nationwide movement is helping women to connect and experience the timeless joys of friendship, fitness and fun through Double Dutch! 2020-09-2835 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorCrisis Management, Self-Care and Digital Learning (S2 E8)Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Felicia M. Owens offers mental health services and support to families in crisis. Listen as Dr. Felicia shares insights and strategies for crisis management, self-care the dynamics of digital learning. 2020-09-2141 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFinancial Wellness (S2 E7)Join me and Dr. Irene Abrons of Abrons Next Level Coaching in a conversation on the importance of financial wellness. Dr. Irene shares information and insight that transforms how we think about money and position us to live holistic, satisfying lifestyles before and during our retirement years. 2020-09-1448 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorOvercoming Devastation & Disappointment (S2 E6)Dr. Donna Marie Hunter is an education consultant, leadership coach, equity, access and inclusion advocate for individuals with disabilities, and contributing author in the book Women Who Rise. Listen as Dr. Donna shares how self-care repaired the breach in her soul that came from the devastation and disappointment she experienced after her daughter Allie’s diagnosis of Autism.2020-09-0738 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThe Journey to Wellness (S2 E5)Felicia Redding is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Integrative Nutritionist, Master Herbalist and Yoni Steam Practitioner. Join us as we discuss her journey to wellness through aromatherapy, nutrition and self-care.2020-08-3151 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorWeight Loss & Bariatric Surgery (S2 E4)Join me and Coach Beverly B. Gibson as she shares her struggles with weight loss and how she has maintained her 100 lb weight loss since having bariatric surgery in 2010. In addition to coaching women and couples, Coach Beverly offers support and encouragement to women before, during and after bariatric surgery. She states, "weight loss surgery is not for everyone, but if you are considering it, you need support."2020-08-2442 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSurviving Trauma, Pain & Loss (S2 E3)LaTasha JoAnn Watson has an amazing story of triumph after suffering a stroke, divorce and the loss of her mother. Listen as Latasha shares how she practices self-care to facilitate the physical, emotional and spiritual healing she experiences on a daily basis.2020-08-1745 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBounce Back to a Better You: Thyroid Health & Self-Care (S2 E2)Kelly N. Wood, MD is an internal medicine physician, board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. Through a multi-dimensional platform that addresses the mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Kelly gives expert health and wellness advice through her speaking engagements, media appearances, Facebook show, and personal blog at www.drkellywoodmd.com. Join me and Dr. Kelly Wood in a conversation about thyroid diseases and the importance of self-care in maintaining a healthy thyroid. 2020-08-1036 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFood Can Dictate Your Mood (S2 E1)Tracy Barbee is Licensed Family and Marriage Therapist, Certified Integrative Medicine Provider, owner and founder of the Fountain of Hope Counseling Center in Chesapeake, VA. Join me and Tracy in a revolutionary conversation regarding the impact food can have on your mood and overall mental health. 2020-08-0345 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care in Marriage: In Sickness & In Health (Ep 18)Michael & Teena Gamble are the operators of CLI Media and New Media Direct, a media buying and digital marketing agency. Teena is a fashion stylist, life coach, social skills and relationship coach. They have been married for 31 years with a passion for helping couples navigate the landscape of marriage. The Gambles are often sought to facilitate marriage workshops and conference speaking. Listen as they share on the value of self-care, managing the stressors of caregiving, cancer treatment, and the importance of nutrition and holistic living.2020-06-2953 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care in Marriage: Overcoming Covid-19 Together (Ep. 17)Join me in conversation with Bishop Michael & Dr. Tanda Canion, Pastors of Assembly of Truth Ministries in Atlanta, GA discussing the importance of health, wellness and self-care in marriage. Listen as the Canions candidly share from their real life experiences and how they are currently supporting one another and overcoming the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual effects of Covid-19.2020-06-2254 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorMen's Health & Wellness (Ep.16)Join me and Bishop Johnathan Alvarado in conversation with Dr. Calvin Ellison, Author, Naturopathic Doctor, Certified Nutritional Consultant discussing the natural laws of wellness, holistic living and self-care practices that improve the health and wellness of men. 2020-06-151h 02Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSleep Matters (Ep. 15)How is your sleep? Are you finding it difficult to sleep? Did you know 1 out of 4 women will experience insomnia in their lifetime?  Janine Batie-Gray, PharmD, specializes on health disparities in the African American community and Sleep Disorders. Listen as she educates us on the importance of sleep, how to recognize and remove distractions that negatively impact sleep, relaxation tips and strategies for improving sleep, when and how to communicate with health providers regarding sleep studies and medical treatments.2020-06-0838 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorDressed Up Mess (Ep. 14)Michele Patton Johnson is a Certified Life Coach & Certified Image Consultant and the CEO of In Our Image Coaching & Consulting, LLC. Combining the discipline of her 20 year military background, and the powerful story of her personal transformation, she equips her clients with the courage to dig deep to find their inner confidence. Listen as Michele shares the concept of being a "dressed-up mess" and how she came to love herself from the inside out.2020-06-0151 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorPracticing Self-Care in the Midst of Grief (Ep. 13)Yolonda Griffin Johnson, Senior Finance Manager, Social Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Raven’s Project, has an amazing story of resilience and strength. She has modeled a way forward for women who are grieving the loss of a child. Listen as she shares how she turned her pain into significant purpose and manages the anxiety that she suffers as a result of grief. I know you will come away encouraged and empowered to move through the stages of grief while practicing self-care.2020-05-251h 07Harmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorBlack Women & Maternal Mortality: (Ep. 12)What is Maternal mortality? What are the key issues for Black women and why are we dying at alarming rates? Listen as Linda Goler Blount, President of The Black Women's Health Imperative discusses maternal health disparities in the US, self-care for mothers and the need for policy changes regarding maternal mortality. 2020-05-1843 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFamily, Fitness & Self-Care: (Ep. 11)Nafeesha Frost-Bailey is a motivated Wellness Professional, Health and Physical Educator, Strength/Conditioning Coach, Teacher of the Year in Richmond County, Georgia Schools for Physical Education and Sports Leadership. She is owner of "The Health Dealer" promoting fitness and wellness solutions that encourages people to find balance and produce the highest version of self. Be inspired as she shares how to integrate fitness and self-care routines into our family and professional lives.2020-05-1140 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorMaternal Wellness, Self-Care and Yoga (Ep. 10)Jada Right is a women’s wellness consultant, massage therapist, lymphedema therapist, holistic nutritionist, birth and postpartum doula, yoga instructor, and international board certified lactation consultant. She is the owner of Blossom Health and Maternal Wellness, which provides in home and virtual services for new and expectant families.  Listen as she discusses the importance of maternal wellness, how to recognize and overcome postpartum depression, and the benefits of practicing yoga. 2020-05-0454 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThe Role of Soul Work in Self-Care (Ep. 9)This therapeutic conversation with Dr. Claudette Anderson Copeland, Founder and CEO of Women’s Educational and Healing Retreats, Inc., guides us through a process of ‘soul work' to help us identify the invisible wounds of trauma, imbedded grief, and feelings associated with disappointment and pain. Get ready to do the liberating ‘soul work’ that makes authentic, creative and satisfying self-care possible. (www.wellnesscentersa.com).2020-04-2747 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHolistic Self-Care (Ep. 8)Dr. Shawna Woodruff, founder of Conyers Holistic Chiropractic & Nutrition teaches us how the spine creates harmony with every area of the body. Join me and Dr. Shawna discussing a holistic approach to self-care that includes chiropractic care, nutrition, spiritual, mental and physical alignment.2020-04-2034 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFor Women In Leadership: Being Intentional about Self-Care & Creating Harmony (Ep. 7)Join me with Dr. Kimberly Nash Alexander (Speech language pathologist, minister, professor, Pastor’s wife and mother) and Lady Shawna Francis Watley (Senior Policy Advisor, Autism Advocate, Pastor's wife, and mother) in a candid conversation about our lives, managing multiple passions, intentionally practicing self-care and creating harmony. This self-care conversation is especially dedicated to Pastor's wives and women who lead in business, education, community, church, and the home.2020-04-1348 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorPracticing Self-Care While We Practice Social Distance (Ep. 6)The COVID-19 Pandemic is a major disruption to our daily lives. Join me with Dr. Anastasia Brown Alvarado discussing the emotional and mental health implications of pandemic fears, quarantines and creative strategies for practicing self-care while we practice social distance.2020-04-0641 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHelp, I Need a Therapist! (Ep. 5)Join Dr. Toni and Felicia White English, LCSW discussing the benefits of therapy, why we need a therapist on our self-care board of directors, what we should look for in a therapist and how to find the right therapist to meet our specific needs.2020-03-3036 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorFitness: Sweat, Smile, Repeat (Ep. 4)"Fitness: Sweat, Smile, Repeat": Join this candid conversation with fitness guru, LaTasha Lewis (RN, BSN) of Tadda's Fitness Center! LaTasha will help us understand the health benefits of sweating, smiling and repeating exercise, self-care and wellness routines.2020-03-2344 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorSelf-Care and the Issues Affecting Communities of Color (Ep. 3)Our guest - Kimberly Jeffries Leonard, Ph.D, National President of The Links, Incorporated has over 25 years of applied health, minority health, and behavioral medicine research, evaluation, and technical assistance and training experience specializing in health promotion and disease prevention. Dr. Jeffries Leonard's broad background includes developing, implementing, evaluating and guiding public health and behavioral health programs, policies, and related legislation, with subject matter expertise in minority health, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, cardiovascular disease, health disparities, health care reform, tribal issues, reentry and criminal justice issues, international behavioral health, co-occurring mental health and trauma, and women’s and adolescent se...2020-03-1637 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorThe 4-D Method of Self-Care (Ep. 2)Today's episode, "The 4-D Method of Self-Care" features our guest: Bishop Vashti M. McKenzie of 10th Episcopal A.M.E. District and Selah Women's Conference.2020-03-0946 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorMELANATED MAGIC: Protecting Your Magic Within (Ep. 1)Dr. Anastasia Alvarado is a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist helps women of color address their mental and physical health care. This riveting conversation with Dr. Toni and Dr. Anastasia will leave you with strategies of personal growth, wellness and love for yourself and your sisters.2020-03-0131 minHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life: Conversation on Self-Care for Women of ColorHarmonize Your Life, with Dr. Toni AlvaradoMeet Dr. Toni G. Alvarado, a wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. She is pastor, itinerant preacher, life coach, conference speaker, workshop presenter, author and adjunct professor. Dr. Toni is the founder and Executive Director of My Sister's Keeper Foundation for Women and the Harmonize Your Life: Women's Self-Care Retreat. In this episode, Dr. Toni welcomes you to join her on a life-long journey of self-care.2020-02-0702 min