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What Ya Reading?26. Reading LGBTQ+ and Diverse StoriesHappy Pride Month! In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Ann Marie to talk about LGBTQ+ books, representation, and reading diverse stories. Tune in to hear them chat about Ann Marie's favorite books, authors, and her passion for highlighting these stories on her platform. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:47 Books that Ann Marie is excited about 20:12 Being a champion for queer stories 25:02 Reading different types of LGBTQ+ stories 29:47 "Reading diversity is a joy, it's not a chore" 34:21 Finding exciting stories to read 36:11 Utilizing our libraries a...
2024-06-031h 16
All the Books!New Releases and More for January 16, 2024This week, Liberty and Vanessa discuss This Wretched Valley, Escaping Mr. Rochester, Beautyland, and more great books!Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book.Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news.2024 is the tenth year of the Read Harder Challenge! Join us as we make our way through 24 tasks meant to expand our reading horizons and diversify our TBRs. To get book recommendations for each task, sign up for the Read Harder newsletter. We’ll also ke...
2024-01-1638 min
Raise Your WordsSeason 2 Episode 24: So Let There Be Chaos with Author Kamilah ColeRaise Your Words host Amani chats with debut author Kamilah Cole about her book, So Let Them Burn. You can find Kamilah on Instagram @wordsiren and you can find Raise Your Words on IG @raiseyourwordspod. Kamilah Cole was a writer and entertainment editor at Bustle for four years, and her nonfiction work has also appeared in Marie Claire and Seventeen. A graduate of New York University, Kamilah lives on the East Coast, where she’s usually playing Kingdom Hearts for the hundredth time, quoting early SpongeBob SquarePants episodes, or crying her way through Zuko’s redemption arc in Avatar: The Last...
2023-10-0948 min
Freestyle Living Today with Kathy Binner |Your Passive Income Mentor | Health and Wealth EducatorJanuary 23, 2023, Fit as a Fiddle Plus | Interview with Kamilah Marie, MDDr. Kamilah Marie Williams is a physician with a passion for holistic health. She is board-certified in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. As she was challenged by weight loss resistance and personal health problems, she was struck by how many others had similar struggles. Adopting a low-carb lifestyle with intermittent fasting improved her health and ultimately maintained her weight loss by embracing various wellness practices. She is the creator and host of “The Single Well” podcast and has a passion for helping single moms and women optimize their health and lives.
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2023-01-2458 min
Garage Conversations with CharColorismReferencesColorism: Investigating a Global Phenomenon (with Implications for Research, Policy and Practice) by Kamilah Marie WoodsonSome Fictional References: The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett, Cane River by Lalita TademyLauren’s Instagram: MBM_NoirLauren's Etsy Business: Shop MBM NoirHealth and Social Work Article by J. Camille Hall: “No Longer Invisible: Understanding the Psychosocial Impact of Skin Color Stratification in the Lives of African American Women”The Lip BarParadeGood AmericanThe Colors of Us
2022-08-251h 21
The Single Well with Dr. MilahGrow Your Wealthy Mindset featuring Dr. Elisa ChiangFor me, focusing on financial wellness has always been challenging, as I know it is for many! However, seeking financial stability, with the ultimate goal of financial freedom, is a key component of a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle. In this episode, I had an amazing and transparent discussion with Dr. Elisa Chiang about our unique backgrounds when it comes to money and finances, as well as how you can start to build your best financial future. About Dr. Elisa Chiang:Elizabeth Chiang, MD, PhD is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon, as well...
2022-03-0832 min
2022-03-052h 02The Single Well with Dr. MilahDating with Integrity featuring Makeda Kamara OmensaIf you are dating, or have ever considered it 😉, you must listen to this episode which was a gem-filled conversation on faith-based dating principles. I invited Makeda on The Single Well podcast because first of all, she is awesome! But also because I just love her podcast and have learned a ton from her no-nonsense approach to dating as a single Christian, as well as preparing for a healthy Christian marriage. Be sure to listen in to the episode and then go subscribe to her podcast! Makeda Kamara Omensa helps single women meet good men and enjoy great...
2022-03-0147 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahBreaking Up Gracefully featuring Dawn SpannDawn Spann is a Breakup Coach and Founder of I.B.G. Coaching based in Westchester, NY. Dawn helps women move on and get over their ex with dignity and grace. Dawn began coaching women after breakup several years after struggling with her own breakup. Her goal is to help women navigate life after loss, rediscover their authentic self with a focus on building and maintaining healthy relationships.Dawn is a licensed social worker. She earned a master’s degree in social work from NYU in 2004. Dawn launched her coaching business in 2019 after completing life coach training at J...
2022-02-2240 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Power of Restful Sleep featuring Dr. Funke Afolabi-BrownWhat an amazing episode with my friend Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown! She dropped all the gems about sleep and how it can impact our lives and health, especially as busy moms. Tune in, and I promise you will want to take notes! Dr. Brown is board-certified in pediatric pulmonary medicine and pediatric sleep disorders. As a double board-certified pediatric respiratory sleep medicine physician, Dr. Brown helps her patients breathe better and sleep better. By extension, she helps improve the sleep of their parents.Dr. Brown is a speaker, an educator, a writer, and the fou...
2022-02-1527 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahNavigating Healthy Living as a CEO, Wife and Mom featuring Dr. ToyaDr. Toya is a wife, mother, board-certified OB-GYN and the founder and CEO of Buy Default, a directory that curates brands and professionals that cater to and celebrate the Black community. Dr. Toya is originally from Trinidad and Tobago and earned her Bachelor’s and Medical Degrees from Howard University. She is a diver, traveler, and Marvel movie connoisseur. She currently lives with her family in Northern California. For more from Dr. Toya:Website: http://buydefault.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/buy_default?utm_medium=copy_link
2022-02-0840 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahFunctional Fitness After 40 & Identifying Your Why featuring Bronson DantBronson Dant has been coaching and training people in health and fitness for almost 10 years. He started CrossFit around his 40th birthday and quickly fell in love with the variety, community, coaching, and results. It didn’t take long for him to realize that learning more about fitness and becoming a coach was the next path his life was taking.Bronson opened his own CrossFit gym in 2014. As a gym owner, helping people with their overall health and fitness, Bronson developed several programs to improve his client’s quality of life and physical freedom consistently and sustainably.
2022-02-011h 00The Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Power of Community, Cycling & Confident Faith featuring Desireè PeterkinYou must listen in to the inspiring story of my guest, Desireè Peterkin! An avid cyclist, she started to develop symptoms of an autoimmune disease that would alter the trajectory of her life. Instead of giving up, she followed a path to wellness that was partially paved by the power of her community, medical team, and close friends and family. With a profound sense of purpose and a ketogenic lifestyle, she now thrives to tell her compelling story of hope and healing. There are so many lessons here! You will want to take notes. 😊For More on Desireé Peter...
2022-01-2553 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWellness & Weight Loss : Simplified featuring Dr. Catherine ToomerDr. Catherine Toomer is a Family Medicine & Community Health physician - founder and CEO of Health Wellness and Weight Loss Centers - a virtual coaching platform for optimizing health and wellness through weight loss, and maximizing weight loss through targeted health and wellness measures. Dr. Toomer created what became her 1:1 health, wellness, and weight loss program twenty years ago when she was obese, an insulin dependent diabetic, and diagnosed with congestive heart failure, but was told she was too high risk when seeking help to lose weight and control her diabetes. Using the program she developed, she lo...
2022-01-1850 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahSelf-Care for Professional Women featuring Dr. Tamara BeckfordDr. Tamara Beckford is a board-certified emergency physician, speaker, host of the Docs Who Care podcast, and founder of the UR Caring Society. The UR Caring Society helps busy professional women take an active role in their health and wellness by putting themselves first for just two hours per month. During the pandemic, Dr. Beckford recognized that many professional women were constantly tired, eating poorly, missing sleep, not working out; therefore, she launched the UR Caring Society to support these women on their wellness journey. As a busy ER doctor in the middle of a pandemic, a wife, and...
2022-01-1130 min2022-01-0414 min2021-12-2812 min2021-12-2120 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWellness Challenge 2022 (Teaser)Hey there! I am planning an epic challenge for January 2022. Tune in for my whys and some early details and continue to listen in for updates as it gets closer. 😊 Note: Please excuse the audio quality as I was recording on the go. 💜
2021-12-1437 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Wellness Legacy: Errors Are ExemplaryReflecting on our errors as a lesson, rather than dwelling on them as a punishment, is an important example for those who look up to us.
2021-12-0727 min
Keto 911 PodcastKeto911 Podcast Influencers: Dr. Dr. Kamilah Marie (Williams)Dr. Kamilah Marie (Williams) is a board-certified family physician with a passion for holistic health. As she was challenged by weight loss resistance and personal health problems, she was struck by how many others had similar struggles. By adopting a ketogenic lifestyle, she lost 30 pounds and maintained the loss by embracing various wellness practices. She is the creator and host of “The Single Well” podcast and also helps single moms and women curate a personalized wellness plan in her coaching program of the same name.
2021-12-061h 13The Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Wellness Legacy: Time Is TransformativeThe way we use our time and spend time with those we love, speaks volumes about who we are.
2021-11-3029 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Wellness Legacy: Modeling the MoldThoughts on how to give "shape" to your kids through the examples you provide for them in your day-to-day living.
2021-11-2315 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Wellness Legacy - Habits Are HeritableA key part of our legacy is to pass on our health and wellness habits to our children. This is important for all parents, but is especially vital for single parents. Tune in to hear how you can start to be intentional with your habits, such that you enhance your own life and that of your children. To Join The Single Well S.W.E.E.T on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlewellsweet/
2021-11-1622 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWhat Your Lifestyle Should Do For YouThe style of of your life is one of the most important decisions you make. Style is fluid and often changes for each season. Similarly, the style of our lives usually shifts as time goes on. It is very important that your health and wellness lifestyle is one that actually enhances your now and your future. Join The Single Well S.W.E.E.T:https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlewellsweet/
2021-11-0922 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWhat Health Is NOTHave you ever thought about the meaning of the word "health"? Interestingly, it can be defined in many different ways by many different people. The more I think about health, the more I realize it is difficult to define what it is without considering what it is not. This is not a discussion on unhealthy habits but an examination of the mindset surrounding health. It is important to understand what health is not as we head into the holidays, a season where for many, the desire for or pursuit of physical health may be on hold. Join me in...
2021-11-0216 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahMAID (Netflix) ReviewTune in for my review of the show about single motherhood that everyone is talking about. And let me know what you think over at The Single Well S.W.E.E.T. on Facebook.https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlewellsweet/
2021-10-2614 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahChanging the Narrative About Single MotherhoodThere are so many stereotypes surrounding single motherhood. I have come to realize that we have a choice on whether or not to embody them. Who says we have to fit into the mold of single motherhood set by society? Let's take the reins and change the narrative AND break the mold. Our authenticity is what makes us amazing and we can leverage it to optimize our mind, body and spirit. Tune in to hear more about this amazing retreat I attended and how we can improve our lives together. To Join The Single Well S.W.E.E...
2021-10-1922 min
Black Health Lit®#19 Single-Parenting & BLACK Women's HealthOn the Single-Parenting & BLACK Women's Health". In this conversation you’ll learn about how single-parenthood impacts Black women’s health and some advice on how to make your health a priority with limited time and resources. Our featured guest is Dr. Kamilah Marie (Williams) who is a board-certified family physician, podcaster and wellness transformation coach with a passion for single moms, as well as holistic and metabolic health. After her divorce, she was challenged by obesity and personal health problems, and sought out a natural lifestyle for lasting weight loss. Instead, she discovered the power of embracing spiritual, emotional, physica...
2021-10-1742 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWhat Is Health?Defining health is the first step to improving it. What is your definition? This episode will help you to gain clarity on what health truly means to help you clear the path to your best health. To Join the Get A Head Start on 2022 Challenge, get in The Single Well S.W.E.E.T. Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/singlewellsweet/
2021-10-1223 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahShifting Your Mindset For WellnessHow many times have you said you would change your lifestyle but never got around to it? In this episode I review three key mindset shifts that will help you to get ready for your transformation. *************************************We are gearing up for the "Get A Head Start on 2022" Challenge! Be sure to join the Facebook group below to get all the updates!
2021-10-0510 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahIntroducing the “Get A Head Start on 2022” ChallengeHere’s the challenge and kickstart you’ve been looking for! Instead of waiting until January 1 to make changes, why not start now? Meaningful transformation always starts with a mindset shift. Decide to change your life now and work out the details as you go. Listen in for more details. 😊To join the S.W.E.E.T. Facebook group, click here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1229999784497729/If you are interested in coaching services with Dr. Milah, click here: https://thesinglewell.lpages.co/dr-milah/
2021-09-2813 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahGet Your Mind Right! Speaking Life Into YourselfWe often focus on being nice and kind to others, but do we extend ourselves the same courtesy. We are applauded for being our own worst critic, but what is that doing to your mindset? How is that helping you to achieve your goals? While we have to be able to motivate ourselves, we must also give ourselves grace. I hope this episode encourages you to intentionally address and clear the limiting thoughts that are holding you hostage and pushing your further away from your God-given purpose!
2021-09-2121 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahYour Personalized Wellness PlanAnd then God answered: “Write this. Write what you see.Write it out in big block letters so that it can be read on the run.This vision-message is a witness pointing to what’s coming.It aches for the coming—it can hardly wait! And it doesn’t lie.If it seems slow in coming, wait. It’s on its way. It will come right on time.Habakkuk 2: 2 (MSG)*********************************************************************Listen in for a guide to formulating your own personalized wellness plan. For your free well...
2021-09-1416 minThe Single Well with Dr. Milah#WellnessGoalsIt is so common on social media to see goals attached to what others are posting - #relationshipgoals #lifegoals #vacationgoals, etc. Let's change this paradigm! What are your #wellnessgoals? Listen in to discover why wellness goals are so important in your single season.For the free wellness template and/or to sign up for a free wellness consultation go to:https://thesinglewell.lpages.co/dr-milah/
2021-09-0725 min2021-08-3119 min2021-08-2413 min2021-08-1717 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahDiscovering Mental WellnessIn this episode, I discuss how I learned to intentionally incorporate mental wellness into my lifestyle and ways you can do the same. Topics Covered Include (in no particular order):Learning to pursue opportunities for mental stimulation outside of my daily workEmbracing self-care on a deeper levelThe importance of presence and self-awarenessHow mental wellness (or lack thereof) affects other pillars of wellnessHow mental and emotional wellness coincide, yet differTips to start optimizing your mental wellnessTo obtain your FREE Wellness Plan Template or to schedule a discovery call for The Si...
2021-08-1015 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahDiscovering Spiritual WellnessIn this episode, I explore my personal spiritual journey and provide tips for you to start curating your own consistent spiritual practice. Topics Covered (in no particular order):My spiritual background and foundationLearning to include God in all of my relationships (romantic, friendships, family, etc)How impending motherhood affected my relationship with God and the churchHow my faith was tested within the church 👀Feeling lost and disconnected despite "having it all"My spiritual formation in the post-divorce single seasonHow to start formulating your personalized wellness planTo obtain your FREE Well...
2021-08-0325 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahIntroduction to The Single WellThis episode explains the shift from Pivot & Bloom Podcast to The Single Well as well as what to expect with this new venture!The Single Well Coaching Program Email: thesinglewell@gmail.comIG: @thesinglewell
2021-07-2714 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAnniversary Episode!Live taping to commemorate 1 whole year of Pivot & Bloom episodes. Listen in to hear 10 lessons I learned on this journey and how they also relate to my wellness. Stay tuned for big changes coming soon to Pivot & Bloom. If you are a regular listener, thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❤️
2021-06-2334 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To LegacyThis is the final episode in the series about my career/life pivot and the various reasons behind it, as we round out the first full year of Pivot & Bloom podcast. I am eternally grateful!Pivot & Bloom will be making a pivot of its own as it becomes "Pivot & Bloom Wellness Collective" and the podcast will be shifting to focus on those traversing their wellness journey as single women/Moms. Stay tuned!
2021-06-1538 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To EntrepreneurshipLearning entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. But, first I had to embrace the concept. Listen in as I explain the pivot to entrepreneurship which had a part in my career leap. OOSY9yfG2ECqTY9T5s2W
2021-06-0830 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To ObedienceLetting go and allowing God to lead me in every area of my life, including in my career, took tremendous faith. However, I learned quickly that letting go of my job did not mean letting go of my career. In fact, it meant so much more.....
2021-06-0128 min
Doctor Evka's Feeding Handbook about Children with Limited DietsUsing Food as Medicine and How We Can Fall into Poor Eating Habits (mom's life)Dr Kamilah Marie (PIvot & Bloom podcast) joins me today, and this episode is so good. It talks about how we can turn to unhealthy eating habits when we are under stress. Many of us experience stress when we have a child with reflux, excess crying, food allergies, FPEIS, feeding challenges, or other special needs. This episode also talks about how we can break free of out not-so-healthy diets more easily. It talks about how certain diet plans can be used as medicine for both our brains and our bodies. This episode is jam packed with information, and I certainly...
2021-05-2533 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To PhilanthropyPhilanthrophy involves much more than financial donations. In this episode I explain how my desire to give back is playing a major role in my personal life/career pivot.
2021-05-2526 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To Self-PreservationIn this episode, I discuss some of the signs and symptoms I had that enlightened me to the toll stress was taking on my body and what I needed to do about it.
2021-05-1818 min
2021-05-1759 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To FamilyLife is a series of pivots. I have learned this more over the past year, than at any other time in my life. Leading up to the completion of one full year of the podcast, I wanted to delve into the various components and individual pivots that have led up to my huge career leap.
2021-05-1126 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot to Physician Wellness with Dr. Stephanie ByerlyAn episode dedicated to healing our healers! It is not well-known to the general public, but physicians tend not to take good care of themselves. However, this is a common issue amongst those who spend their lives dedicated to caring for others.. Join me and Dr. Stephanie Byerly as we jointly discuss all things physician wellness and self-preservation. To Contact Dr. Byerly: Website: https://physicianhealer.comInstagram: @stephaniebyerlymdFacebook: Stephanie Byerly MDFollow Pivot & Bloom on:Instagram: @pivotandbloompodcastFacebook: Pivot & BloomBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-05-0446 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To Encouraging Doctors To Treat Obesity with Dr. Carolynn Francavilla BrownAs a physician with my own obesity challenges, as well as a passion to heal it in others, I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with Carolynn Francavilla Brown, MD. She is a wealth of knowledge, having spent her entire career pursuing her passion of treating patients who have the chronic condition of obesity. Dr. Francavilla Brown is compassionate and makes it her mission for her patients to feel seen and heard, while also inspiring other physicians to embrace the practice of Obesity Medicine. We can all learn a lot from her and I am so grateful to her for taking the...
2021-04-2744 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Anatomy of a PivotThis episode is about the change in desires, mindsets and priorities that result in meaningful transformation, and how they have affected my own career pivot.
2021-04-2024 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To Physician Empowerment with Dr. Adam HarrisonTune in for a wonderful conversation about the state of medicine and how the transformation of physicians can lead to meaningful change in the world. Dr. Adam Harrison is a multi-faceted, physician and attorney, who knows the power of change well, as he has transformed himself many times, and now endeavors to help other professionals do the same!More About Dr. Adam:"Hi, I’m Adam and I am a practising family physician and qualified but non-practising barrister (lawyer), medical educator and medical director / leader turned life, career, leadership and executive coach. I'm...
2021-04-1343 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot to Cannabis Education with Ashley Wynn-Grimes, BSNGet excited about this amazing episode with Ashley Wynn-Grimes, BSN who is the CEO and Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions! As a nurse with a passion for patient-centered care, she transformed her life and career to eventually become an advocate for cannabis education. Ashley has a wealth of knowledge, and is an excellent resource on this very controversial topic. I thoroughly enjoyed this mindset-shifting interview. To connect with Ashley:Website: https://cannabisnursingsolutionsllc.comBook: Asa's Medicine (can be purchased on her website)IG: @cannabisnursingsolutionsFollow Pivot & Bloom on:FB...
2021-04-0654 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot To Keto with Jonathan J. JohnsonJoin me and my "dawg" Jonathan J. Johnson (aka Triple J) as we discuss his pivot to the ketogenic lifestyle and how it has transformed his life and empowered him to take control of his health. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcastBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-03-3038 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahCaring for YOU (Personalizing Self-Care)In this episode I discuss the importance of personalizing self-care, by defining what it truly means to you.
2021-03-2329 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahProcrastination SolutionsPart 3 and the final installment of the procrastination series. Here I provide some actionable tips to get you unstuck and on to better things. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcastBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-03-1631 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWhy We ProcrastinateThis is part 2 of my series on procrastination, where I talk about some key reasons why we tend to procrastinate and what is underlying them. The goal is to identify and work through these sticking points so that we can get past them and on to manifesting our dreams.Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcastBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-03-1032 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahWhat Type of Procrastinator Are You?This episode explores the 4 different types of procrastinators and my attempt to tackle my own issues with lifelong procrastination. The 4 main types of procrastinators and how to not be one of them, according to 2 accountability coacheshttps://www.businessinsider.com/main-types-of-procrastinators-how-to-avoid-accountability-coaches?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=topbarFollow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcastBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-03-0227 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Syndemic: Why We Must Talk About RaceThe life expectancy for all Americans has decreased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even more striking is that the decrease for Black Americans is 3 times that of White Americans. On social media, I saw some disparaging remarks about the focus on race when discussing these topics. Even in such a racially tense climate, we are still largely uncomfortable with this topic, and it is often dismissed. It is time we have a frank and ongoing discussion about the very real effect race has on our well-being. PBS News Hour: “COVID-19 has already cut U.S. life ex...
2021-02-2345 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahKeto Koinonia - What Is Keto?Tune in for my overview of the ketogenic lifestyle, some of the science and how it changed my perspective on nutrition. Find Keto Koinonia on Facebook:Search "Keto Koinonia with Kamilah Marie MD"Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcastBuzzsprout: https://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2021-02-1624 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahLiving At Your Finest with Dr. Dolapo BabalolaI am so excited to bring you this episode! I met Dr. Dolapo Babalola when we both joined the amazing podcast launch course created by Dr. Charmaine Gregory. We have become friends and supported each other as we embarked on our new journeys into podcasting. Interestingly, early on, Dr. Babalola identified our mutual passions for holistic health and teaching our patients and clients to live at their finest, in God's way. The rest was history! I was so honored to be a guest on her podcast in October 2020, and am so elated to have her share her wisdom on mine...
2021-02-091h 02The Single Well with Dr. MilahA Pivot to Divorce & Leadership Coaching with Dr. Pamela LudmerTune in for a lovely conversation about coaching women through significant life transitions. I learned a ton from Pam during the interview and I am certain you will be blessed by her as well!Pamela Ludmer, MD MMEL, is a Med/Peds and Adolescent Medicine Physician and now Associate Dean for Curriculum Integration. After completing medical school at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, she did both her residency and fellowship at Mount Sinai in NY.She is also a divorced mom of two amazing teen boys in Westchester, NY. After her divorce, she be...
2021-02-0250 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahSurmounting Feeding Challenges with Dr. Evka, The Feeding PhysicianDr. Evka is a Board-Certified family physician, life coach and mother of a child who initially fed very reluctantly. Faced with these feeding challenges, she found that she was not given much helpful information and decided to become that resource for others. She is the author of "The FPIES Handbook" and creator of "The Feeding Handbook" podcast. In this episode, she eloquently discusses her own pivots and how they led to changes in her own eating habits and propelled her into her passion for solving the feeding challenges of her clients. Whether you personally suffer from eating challenges, or you...
2021-01-2638 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahIntroducing Keto Koinonia!Keto Koinonia is a faith-based Facebook group and a podcast (coming soon) dedicated to the ketogenic lifestyle. It is a safe space for open discussion and interaction to guide those interested in or living the ketogenic lifestyle, as we obey the call to care diligently for our temples. Many different eating styles can fit into a ketogenic plan, but I discovered that it also led to a complete revolution of my overall wellness. My mission is to help others do the same, in the power of Christian community. Please note: The information shared on Pivot & Bloom and Keto K...
2021-01-1906 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahEntrepreneurship and Business Coaching with Dr. Ronke DosunmuJoin in for a lively interview with Dr. Ronke Dosunmu, who has made several entrepreneurial pivots which ultimately led her to coach others in starting their own businesses, building their legacies and even preparing their businesses for eventual sale. She dropped several gems about many different things. Enjoy!************Ronke Dosunmu is a business and career coach as well as a serial entrepreneur. Her experience in corporate America as well as her 25 years of pediatric private practice, gives her insight into the effects of unbalanced work life on health and overall well being.She is experienced in...
2021-01-1230 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahEmbracing Wellness with a Family of Five with Mrs. Akilah BoldwareIn this first episode of the highly anticipated year 2021, I sit down with the female half of my BFF duo, Mrs. Akilah Boldware. We discussed all things nutrition and dive into her wellness pivot. Amazingly, she was able to also influence her family to make significant changes as well. Akilah is very transparent about her struggles with food and the key tools that have empowered her to make better choices overall.**************Akilah Boldware is a 38 year-old special needs educator, wife and mother, who resides in Columbus, Ohio with her husband, David, their 2 daughters, Shaiyah and Aniyah, and...
2021-01-0558 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahGratitude 🙏🏾We have arrived at the end of 2020! While I thought I would have other words to describe the roller coaster it was, I landed on gratitude. This year, I have reached new personal heights and (virtually) met so many beautiful people. Most importantly, I truly learned a lot about myself and what I want in my life. In this episode, I wanted to express my gratitude for all that this year has revealed and what is to come in 2021. My sincerest thanks go to you, the Pivot & Bloom tribe of listeners, who have followed me along on this j...
2020-12-2934 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAbnormalizing Illness Part 4: Deconditioning, Fatigue and Brain FogThe final episode in the 4-part series "Abnormalizing Illness". These are mental and physical conditions that many people suffer with, yet count it among those things that "just happen" to us with time. Listen in as I discuss them and how they may affect our lives, and also how you can start to change your mindset when it comes to these common ailments. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcasthttps://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2020-12-2223 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAbnormalizing Illness Part 3: Pain and HeadachesListen in as I discuss the commonality of pain and headaches and how we can take heed to what our bodies are telling us. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcasthttps://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2020-12-1531 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAbnormalizing Illness Part 2: Skin and Respiratory ConditionsIn this episode I discuss the normalization of some common skin and respiratory conditions. While we may not be able to avoid them all, we should definitely always strive for optimum health. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcasthttps://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2020-12-0824 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAbnormalizing Illness - Part 1: Indigestion & ConstipationOur bodies are always communicating with us. But, do we listen? In this series, "Abnormalizing Illness", I discuss some common symptoms that we have (signals that we receive) but largely ignore, and call "normal". It is far from normal to feel bad or be ill all of the time. This episode will focus on the gastrointestinal tract, which plays a large role in our exposures and what nutrients are extracted from the foods we eat. Follow Pivot & Bloom on:FB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcasthttps://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.com
2020-12-0131 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahPivot To WellnessEPISODE 25!!!!!!! I am immensely grateful! If you are reading this and/or have listened to any of my episodes, you have gifted me with at least a little of your valuable time, and for that, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤️"When "I" is replaced with "we" even illness becomes wellness." - Malcolm XEmbarking on a journey to wellness is an absolutely necessary investment in yourself, your family, your purpose and your future. In this episode, I define wellness, illness and health and how they intersect. I also discuss the minds...
2020-11-2437 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Syndemic: An UpdateIt has been about 10 months since the first reported case of COVID-19 hit the United States. In June of 2020, Pivot & Bloom was launched with the first episode "The Syndemic", discussing the intersection between COVID-19, racial health disparities/injustices, and chronic disease. This episode is a follow up on "The Syndemic", and a call to action. Chronic disease is only getting worse and in combination with COVID-19, is claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of Americans. Within this statistic lies the sobering reality that Blacks are 2-3 times more likely to lose their lives. It is imperative that we start...
2020-11-1732 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahRelax. Relate. Release. (Targeting Anxiety in These Times)We are in unprecedented times, and are dealing with multiple anxiety-provoking situations at once. Anxiety is our reaction to stress, and boy are we stressed! When we are constantly in fight or flight mode, it wreaks havoc on our bodies and our minds. In this episode, I explain how anxiety presents itself and give an actionable acronym - REST - to help you build ways to manage your anxiety and stress.Depression and anxiety spiked among black Americans after George Floyd’s deathhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2020/06/12/mental-health-george-floyd-census/?arc404=truePivot...
2020-11-1032 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahTriumph Through Tumult with Andre WallaceWhat do you do when your life and health change in an instant? In this highly-anticipated episode (part 2 of a 2-part series), my friend Andre Wallace shares his journey with kidney failure, and the many lessons he learned along the way. He walked diligently with God on some of his darkest days, while also actively transforming his health. The transparency and eloquence he lends to his journey will surely touch hearts and change lives.African Americans constitute more than 35% of all patients in the U.S. receiving dialysis for kidney failure, but...
2020-11-0352 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAuthenticity, Identity and Self-Love with Andre WallaceThis episode is Part 1 of a 2-part series where I have a very transparent conversation with my friend, Andre Wallace ("Dre"), about many of the pillars of wellness and how they have manifested in his life. I encourage you to tune in to hear his unique perspective on spirituality, education, fatherhood, and mental health in the Black community. In Part 2, we will focus on his health journey.About Dre:Andre Wallace is a man of God, a father of 3 and a mentor to many. He is a barber instructor at the Ohio State Barber College and Cosme...
2020-10-2758 min
This Osteopathic LifeConversations - Dr. Kamilah MarieExploring a variety of perspectives on health from personal experience and professional expertise with Kamilah Williams, M.D. - physician, mom and podcaster.
Bio: Dr. Kamilah Marie Williams is a board-certified family physician with a passion for holistic health. She graduated from medical school in 2003 and served as chief resident before graduating from residency in 2006. She is a native of, and did all of her training in, the state of Ohio. As she was challenged by weight loss resistance and personal health problems, she was struck by how many others had similar struggles. Her stated purpose is to provide her...
2020-10-2143 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahVitamin C - Beyond CitrusDid you know that there is vitamin C in broccoli? Tune in for this episode on the roles of vitamin C in the body and benefits it provides, as well as some surprising foods where you might find it.
2020-10-2023 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahReading Food Labels 101Listen in to hear tips that are sure to simplify your next trip to the grocery store. Knowing exactly what is in the foods you eat can be a game-changer towards meeting your health goals. Key points (not necessarily in this order):Basic grocery store layout and why it mattersMoving beyond the front of the packageAccurately assessing serving sizesWhy the ingredients list is importantHow health claims on food labels can be misleadingUsing the information on food labels to eat intentionallyTo follow and interact with Pivot & Bloom on social media:Facebook: Pivot & Bloom
2020-10-1332 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahDivorcing the COVID "Nineteen": The Impact of the Pandemic on Our Weight and HealthIt is estimated that on average, Americans have gained anywhere from 3-20 pounds over the last 6-7 months. I thought it important to dissect this issue and discuss how it may impact our health in the future. By the end of the Halloween-Thanksgiving-Christmas-New Year holiday season, we will be nearing the one year mark. Tune in for actionable tips that may help us to move positively towards a healthier future. For more:http://pivotandbloom.buzzsprout.comFB: Pivot & BloomIG: @pivotandbloompodcast
2020-10-0655 min
Living At Your FinestHolistic Health: Dr. Kamilah Marie Williams's Answer to Achieving Optimal HealthSend us a textDr. Kamilah Marie Williams is a board-certified family physician with a passion for holistic health. She is a native of and did all of her medical training in, the state of Ohio. As she was challenged by weight loss resistance and personal health problems, she was struck by how many others had similar struggles. Her stated purpose is to provide her tribe with a foundation of health literacy on which to rebuild their temples. In this episode, Dr. Williams shares her journey into Holistic Medicine. Guest's Excerpt and Contact
2020-10-0234 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Very Air We BreatheWhen reflecting on our health and wellness, we rarely think of the effect of the environment that surrounds us. In this episode, I had a very transparent discussion with my first guest and fellow podcaster (host of "Air Health Our Health"), Dr. Erika Maria Moseson. She is a pulmonologist (a doctor who specializes in the lungs) and critical care specialist (a doctor who specializes in caring for patients in the intensive care unit). I learned a ton from her about environmental health disparities, as well as the importance of physician advocacy and involvement in creating the policies that affect our...
2020-09-2950 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahMask On/Mask OffThis episode is about the literal and figurative masks we wear in life. I also discuss the importance that we acknowledge and seek the help we need for our mental health and wellness.
2020-09-2241 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahReclaiming Your TimeThis episode helps you to explore how and why to budget your time and use it wisely.
2020-09-1548 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahUnlearning "Health" Habits: Juicing, Diet Soda, Grains, Counting Calories and Strenuous ExerciseIn this episode, I go in-depth discussing some common habits that are generally considered healthy, which I found did not help me to reach my wellness goals. This episode includes musical interludes ("palate cleansers") between each topic. Listen all at once, or at your own pace. Enjoy!Timeline:00:00:00 Intro 00:01:15 Define Unlearning 00:09:55 Music: A Tool for Learning and Wellness00:12:35 Palate Cleanser 100:13:10 Juicing00:19:55 Palate Cleanser 200:20:35 Diet Soda00:29:30 Palate Cleanser 300:30:20 Grains00:44:30 Palate Cleanser 400:44:59 Counting Calories00:54:02 Palate Cleanser 500:54:31 Strenuous Exercise01:09:03 Outro
2020-09-081h 14The Single Well with Dr. MilahWhat Is Up With Vitamin D?Listen in for a discussion on Vitamin D, including its roles in the body, the importance of having adequate vitamin D levels and also ways to get the vitamin D that you need.
2020-09-0131 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahChewing The FatIn this episode, I discuss the various aspects regarding the role of fat in our bodies as well as the importance of the intake of healthy fats in our eating plans.
2020-08-2552 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahEating Anonymously (Individualize Your Eating Plan)There are so many different diets and plans out there, that it can be tough to decipher all of the information. This episode is sure to motivate you to get started in discovering what way of eating is best for you, individually. I have included a discussion about medical tests and physical signs that may help you to know that you are eating in a way that is optimal for your unique system.
2020-08-1850 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahGo To Sleep!Tune in for this jam-packed episode that is all about sleep, and how it can affect your metabolic health, complete with tips on how to improve your sleep habits.
2020-08-111h 01The Single Well with Dr. MilahHealth Defined & Shunning SugarTune in for this combined episode where I define true health and what it entails. I also discuss the interaction of sugar with our bodies and how to start limiting its intake. Enjoy a brief musical interlude that signifies the shift between these topics.
2020-08-041h 02The Single Well with Dr. MilahWater: The Neglected NutrientWhile many people profess to know water is important, most do not realize the key role it plays in optimizing our bodily functions. Listen in as I explain how much water you should be drinking, as well as the steps you can take to solidify the daily habit.
2020-07-2847 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahPivot Your MindsetA change in mindset is paramount to any meaningful transformation. In this episode, I share what I feel is important in preparing mentally for a major pivot in life, especially in regards to health and wellness. Also included, is the list of the 5 most significant adjustments that I made in my lifestyle and way of eating that were the foundation for my personal transformation.
2020-07-2134 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Journey: My Pivot to WellnessIn this episode, I am sharing my personal journey to wellness. I discuss the pitfalls I experienced and revelations about my own body and overall nutrition that helped me to start realizing my goals. I am hopeful that my story helps someone to take their first step to improving their lives.
2020-07-1437 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Syndemic Part 3: Emotional, Spiritual & Financial WellnessThis is the third and final episode in the series, "The Syndemic", including discussion about, and actionable steps towards, your emotional, spiritual and financial wellness.
2020-07-0942 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe Syndemic Part 2: Relational & Physical WellnessA continuation of the first full episode, "The Syndemic". In this episode, I explore the effect the syndemic has had on our relational and physical wellness, and discuss some actionable steps one can make to fulfill the wellness of themselves and others.
2020-07-0736 minThe Single Well with Dr. Milah**Sneak Preview** The Syndemic Part 2Tune in for a surprise sneak preview of Episode 2: The Syndemic Part 2. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so that you don't miss the full episode, which will be available on Tuesday 7/6/2020!
2020-07-0304 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahThe SyndemicA syndemic (or synergistic epidemic) is the coexisting force of two separate health and/or environmental dilemmas on an individual or population. In this episode, I discuss how the pandemics of systemic racism and COVID-19 intertwine to negatively impact overall wellness and how we can shift our mindset to emerge transformed.
2020-06-3020 minThe Single Well with Dr. MilahAllow Me To Reintroduce Myself....Our health is our greatest asset and our bodies are temples. Tune in to hear what you can expect as I share my wellness journey and how it may inspire you to pursue your own. I am here to encourage you to invest in yourself.
2020-06-2304 min