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Conversations with Toi
Anger Talks and Wellness
In this episode of Conversations with Toi, we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood emotions: anger. Is it always a negative force—or can it be a surprising catalyst for personal growth? LaToi explores how acknowledging anger can be an essential part of self-care and how, when harnessed with intention, it can ignite motivation and drive. It’s not about suppressing the heat—it’s about learning to cook with it. Tune in for real talk, self-reflection, and tools to turn your inner fire into forward motion.......Also my collab with Instagram:Here are t...
2025-06-27
41 min
Conversations with Toi
Research, Joys, and Clapbacks with Camille Mola
Unfortunately in content creation or blogging there is always room for clapbacks. We have Camille Mola of Positive Publicity as our guest as we talk all things writing, pop culture, and more. She shares how she got into the joy of writing. Whatever your joys are one thing is for your gift will make room.....................................................................................................Camille is not only an amazing blogger, writer, but she has experience with PR and can sing her behind off. Oh and if that isn't enough she went to one of the most amazing schools, Penn State-We are!.........................................................................................................
2024-02-02
44 min
Politics but make it Fashion
Interview Series Ep. 9 - Interview w/ LaToi Storr
This week Amber interviews lifestyle blogger LaToi Storr! Check out her bio: LaToi Storr is a Philadelphia Lifestyle Blogger and Wellness Content Creator. She started her blog almost 9 years ago after being encouraged by her therapist after suffering from postpartum depression. Since then she has crafted a social media presence that includes showcasing that having any form of mental health isn’t a reason to not simply life the best life possible. When she’s not blogging or creating content she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids, traveling, or enjoying a great glass of wine. -- Instagram, Snapchat,Pint...
2023-09-03
43 min
Conversations with Toi
New Goals, Real Plan
Happy 1st of July. As we start a new month sometimes all we focus on are the goals but not the plan. We need a plan of action in order to make life happen in real time. No more goal setting without a plan. How do we simplify a plan? We talk about it on the show.Internet stories: is the "baby" mom who told her "baby" daddy that he had to bring food for her other kids who aren't his right or wrong? Could it be a hoax/skit? I do a little digging
2022-07-01
43 min
Conversations with Toi
Going Viral? Then What?
Everyone is caught up in going viral. What is your message once you do? What are your goals? You get everyone's attention than what will you do? We are a society that looks for the next biggest thing that we forget that your purpose has to be greater than just these fleeting moments..........................In today's episode we talk about my visit to Kale my Name and Tabitha Brown. She is doing something with purpose with her viral moment. Instead of chasing moments she did the work, worked hard, and has purpose that is beyond her...
2022-05-27
1h 03
Conversations with Toi
Burnout hits different
Today's podcast is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a scoop wellness that allows you to absorb 75 quality vitamins and minerals regardless of your health needs. Athletic Greens is giving you a Free 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D with 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Go to their site www.athleticgreens.com/emerging to take ownership over your health needs............................................................................................................................................................................................You ever experience burnout and someone attributes it to you not being grateful? It's annoying right. You can have all of the resources in the world or none at all and we...
2022-05-20
40 min
Conversations with Toi
Hairspray is Coming to Philadelphia
If you love Broadway than you will love Hairspray it's coming to Philly on May 17-22nd. Get your tickets because the show will sell out. It's coming to the Kimmel Center Campus and it will be an amazing time.Things you will hear today are going to be about accountability, passion, mental health, and self care. We interview Sandie Lee who plays Motormouth Maybelle as well as Jamonte Bruten who plays Seaweed Stubbs. We discuss diversity, what being in Hairspray means to them, self care, and how they show up for themselves daily. It's...
2022-05-13
51 min
Conversations with Toi
Joyful Moments in Wellness
Today's podcast is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a scoop wellness that allows you to absorb 75 quality vitamins and minerals regardless of your health needs. Athletic Greens is giving you a Free 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D with 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Go to their site www.athleticgreens.com/emerging to take ownership over your health needs....................................................................................................................................................................................................Today's episode is about joy in wellness. What that means is learning to see the joy in taking care of you. It doesn't mean that life isn't hard. It doesn't mean that...
2022-05-06
53 min
Conversations with Toi
Everyone's Mother's Day hits Different
Cue all of the stores trying to make a profit. Rightfully so the woman who gave you life deserves it all. However Mother's Day isn't filled with warm bubbly thoughts. It's a struggle for many. For those who loss a Mother due to death its one of the hardest days outside of Christmas to deal with.There are some who Mother is very much alive but you are separated by a strained relationship or other reason. So it is a reminder of what you lack. We call them toxic Mothers. It can be devastating to realize.
2022-04-29
55 min
Conversations with Toi
10 Years of Energy Loss
Dj Envy and his Wife Gia are making headlines with their upcoming book. Gia talks about 10 years of faking an orgasm. That to me sounds like a loss of energy and passion for 10 years. Their marriage is their marriage but ladies this is not it. Married to on man for the rest of your life you will go through challenges and changes in your life. This is why the man or woman you marry isn't the same one during the phases of your marriage.Do not think this is normal to do. There needs to be a...
2022-04-22
51 min
Conversations with Toi
Easter Traditions and Family Gatherings
As we start the Easter celebrations this weekend are we still doing all of the traditions? Growing up it was church 2 times on Easter Sunday, poufy dresses, and no mentions of an Easter Bunny. Not that I didn't get candy but it was all about church.As we grow up we make our own traditions that tend to make others uncomfortable. If this is your first holiday bringing a new love interest-prepare them for what is to come. Don't let them walk in to your family's space unaware. Also we dealing with uncomfortable questions like if you're...
2022-04-15
54 min
Conversations with Toi
Princess Vibes and Spring Renewal
We are back for Season 6. We have a royal guest with Arielle Jacobs who plays Princess Jasmine in Disney Concerts. Disney Concerts is coming to a city near you. It is playing here at the Kimmel Center on Tuesday April 12th. Tickets are available. Come and listen to over 30 songs, background stories, and more. It's an experience for all ages and a magical way to relive your childhood and make memories.Also since we are back and in a whole new season-Spring, We are talking about way to renew. Booking trips, experiences whether as a solo traveler...
2022-04-08
53 min
The Arner Adventures Podcast
The Self-Care Queen- LaToi Storr Opens Up About How Her Blog Helped Her Heal
It's Women's History Month, and our guest is the perfect shining light for women. Today’s episode is a “Spark in our lives” guest episode where we interview someone who is a spark in our lives. She puts so many good vibes out into the world, but she does so much for women, lifting them up. Our guest this week is mental health advocate, self-care queen, and lifestyle blogger, LaToi Storr, also known as Toi. Let us tell you about LaToi Storr: Toi is a lifestyle blogger, podcaster, and content creator. Her other responsibilities include being...
2022-03-22
1h 07
Conversations with Toi
Money Talk with Sarry Ibrahim
Money is what we need to make life happen. Sometimes we think we need to make a certain amount of money in order to get the help of a financial advisor. Although we know we need to get a financial advisor we may too not recognize the warning signs of selecting one. Also what are YOUR financial goals. Often times we compare our goals with others and that's not the way to take control of your financial freedom.We have guest host, Sarry Ibrahim. Sarry Ibrahim is financial planner and member of the Bank On Yourself Organization...
2022-03-18
44 min
Conversations with Toi
Are we Really Supporting Women?
I'm here for supporting women. I am a woman who uplifts women all year long. Are we as a society really supporting women? Like Cindy Gallop said, don't empower me, empower my bank account. We need to pay women what they deserve. We run things and do it well. Y'all feeling Kim Khardashian stance on what women (business owners) need to do to be successful? Are we more mad at the messenger than the message?Mental Health/Wellness check in-are you consistent in your self check? Are you doing the things that bring you joy...
2022-03-11
58 min
Conversations with Toi
Goodpods and Asking for Help with JJ Ramberg
This week's guest is JJ Ramberg, Co-Founder of Goodpods. Goodpods is your go to Podcast player. It's a way to build community. It's the Instagram of Podcasts. You can follow your friends, and Podcasters while learning new podcasts and enjoying the ones you learn.JJ talks about building the Podcast player and learning to ask for help. She hit the ground asking others what they thought they were missing in a Podcast player. 700 individuals who either were a Podcaster or listened to them to build the Podcast Player that people really needed. To download Goodpods, do it...
2022-03-04
49 min
Conversations with Toi
Tools for Anxiety, Trauma and more with Rachelle McCloud
Depression, anxiety, and trauma shows up in people in various ways. It can be debilitating. Having the right tools in your life is key. We have Rachelle McCloud, a Mental Health Therapist and Emotional Wellness. Through years of successfully helping clients move their anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders into remission, she has developed a program that empowers people to skillfully get rid of symptoms and heal. She is also the facilitator of the Facebook group Releasing the Baggage of Anxiety, Depression, and Traumatic Stress where she delivers free training on leading interventions that work well...
2022-02-25
53 min
Conversations with Toi
Business Minded and Franchise Talk
Today we have guest host Steve Taylor. If you have ever thought about going into business this is your episode. Also you know we drop nuggets no matter the topic. If the woman on TikTok can sell sunflower seed soup-yup just like I said it you are sitting on your talents and gifts.Steve Taylor is a former Navy Lieutenant and Naval Academy graduate who proudly served afloat and ashore for seven years following graduation.Upon completion of his military service, Steve began a career in high tech and consumer electronics. While enjoying a healthy...
2022-02-18
55 min
Conversations with Toi
Slice of Social Media
What do you want your slice of social media to look like? We are on social media for various reasons. It's up to us to make it what we want it to be. How? Who are you following, subscribing to, or indulging in? It reveals who you are. We are responsible for what we subscribe and take in.-Bloggers with no website? Blogging is a IT word these days-Why are people doing think pieces on Rihanna's pregnancy? She is an amazing artist but we don't need a full essay on it. -Galentine's...
2022-02-11
59 min
Conversations with Toi
Anxiety is Real with Caitlin Rose
Today's podcast guest is Caitlin Rose. She is a resilience coach with over five years experience helping people overcome panic and anxiety naturally and permanently. Her work comes from her own experience navigating complex PTSD from early life trauma. After living with and troubleshooting chronic panic and anxiety for over a decade, she eventually mastered the principles of nervous system regulation and emerged panic-free. Today, she coaches people using a three step process to shift the nervous system out of a chronic survival state, calm the fear centers in the brain and proactively strengthen the brain structures that allow...
2022-02-04
1h 06
Conversations with Toi
The Business of Happiness A Journey
Being unhappy and unfulfilled is a real debilitating feeling. From wanting more but not knowing the first steps and more the journey to personal happiness isn't as easy. There is usually a moment that defines a change. For some its a wake up call that ignites their lives for the greater good. Today's Guest is Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy. Dr. MacCarthy is a Business Prosperity Coach, Motivational Speaker, Orthodontist, and Host of The Business of Happiness Podcast. She is passionate about empowering business leaders and leaders of their own dreams to strive for inner fulfillment. “In the first de...
2022-01-28
49 min
Conversations with Toi
Spit Gate and Taking Responsibility for Our Actions
Today's podcast is sponsored by Pair. www.pair.com/free is here to help you build your website. If you own a business visibility is real. Let pair help you with easy tools you need to get your website launch. Also they offer tech support 24 hours a day/365 days a year so you are fully supported. Use code QUICKSTARTWe talk about Spit Gate the spitting session that went down with Pastor Michael Todd. Also personal accountability. Over the years I have had to take accountability over the things that I say and...
2022-01-21
58 min
Conversations with Toi
Preferences and Peace Talks
Today's podcast is sponsored by Pair.www.pair.com/free is here to help you build your website. If you own a business visibility is real. Let pair help you with easy tools you need to get your website launch. Also they offer tech support 24 hours a day/365 days a year so you are fully supported. Use code QUICKSTARTWe talking about preferences this week. The list of things we want from the opposite sex or the things that we tend to cling to. What makes a preferences a preference? Can you have a preference...
2022-01-14
48 min
Conversations with Toi
Kids in Cuff New Book by Ar'Sheill Monsanto
Ar’Sheill Monsanto has collectively worked in advocacy, public policy, and organizing for 15 years where she has been responsible for implementing strategies to create sustainable change. She wrote Kids in Cuffs: Striving for Equity and Empathy in Education because she is passionate about forging meaningful change through public policy for all students.Her book, Kids in Cuff is available now on Amazon. For the month of January the book is available for .99.Ar'Sheill Monsanto can be found on her website, Instagram. Pinterest and LinkedInSupport Ar'Sheill and her body of work. Sign up fo...
2022-01-07
1h 01
Conversations with Toi
Grandparents Love with Gramps Jeffrey
Today's episode is with Gramps Jeffrey as he uses his book, "I don't want to turn 3" to help young children with responsibilities and social interaction. His first book, "The Secrets of Retailing...How To Beat Walmart” was written to help entrepreneurs and small businesses compete against the big guys. Here is a little more information about his book: Marc Joseph BookArianna Huffington read his book and then asked him to become a contributor to The Huffington Post. Here is a link to the close to 100 articles he has written for this publication: Huffington Post Articles by Ma...
2021-12-31
52 min
Conversations with Toi
Whatever is the Loudest
Christmas is here. You may be feeling all kinds of feelings we explore all of it.When life is not what you want it to be from not being connected to someone, desiring to be parent and it seems as if the ship has sailed, to struggling with purpose we talk about tapping into the gift that knocks the loudest. You ever met someone multi-talented? They want to do it all but don't know where to start-we talk about it.It's okay to not feel holiday joy. You may be grieving or feeling all kinds...
2021-12-24
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
All in Balance-Inside Work
Today's episode we have Janie Charlot is a Family Nurse Practitioner, certified by AANP, and a founder of Health and Weight Loss Clinic in Atlanta. With a Master of Science degree and many years of practical nursing experience including inpatient care, Janie has a unique view on healing, that combines a scientific background with a holistic approach.In her newest book Capacity to Love, Janie and her Twin Flame and co-author Russell Bruce invite readers to awaken to the universal feeling of love and experience the healing power that can be found in connecting with one’s hi...
2021-12-17
55 min
Conversations with Toi
Anxiety and Joy
Today's podcast episode is sponsored by Stamps.com. Get a weighing machine and access to stamps that will make life easier as a business person. Use code POD and save with a no obligation trial, As much as anxiety in life there is also joy in life. We talk about some of the ways to increase self care and joy in your life. I share a few things I actively do to help increase joy into my life daily. Also I am sharing at least one Christmas joy each week. Magic Nursery anyone?Holiday stress...
2021-12-10
44 min
Conversations with Toi
Adele Moment of Our Very Own
We can have our very own Adele moment. As much as I stan for Adele and regardless of a relationship status we are all capable of having an Adele moment of our own. Personal happiness is important and you can read every book and miss the lesson. It starts with action. So take action today to walk out of anything that isn't deserving.Action plans don't mean hurt and pain won't temporarily travel because they willToday's podcast is sponsored by Stamps.com use code POD to save and start taking control of your shipping...
2021-12-03
54 min
Conversations with Toi
Journey as a Widowed Parent with Jenny Lisk
Today's guest is Jenny Lisk. Jenny is an award-winning author and widowed mom who is dedicated to helping widowed parents increase their family's well-being.In her book, Future Widow, Jenny draws on her personal and professional experience to provide a real-life guide for surviving and thriving while raising grieving children.As host of The Widowed Parent Podcast, Jenny has done more than 100 interviews with experts, seasoned widowed parents, and people who lost a parent at a young age. Her podcast brings much-needed resources to parents, helping them feel less lost and alone.Also...
2021-11-26
47 min
Conversations with Toi
Black Girls Must Die Exhausted with Jayne Allen
Today's podcast is sponsored by Stamps.com. Stamps.com has been a tool used by business owners all around to help them get their packages and letters out since 1998. Save time by using Stamps.com to save money. You get a risk free special offer of 4 week trial. IT comes with free postage and a digital scale. Use code POD.Today's guest is Jayne Allen. author of the hit new book Black Girls Must Die Exhausted (HarperCollins), which was recently named Target's book club pick of the month in October and was also featured on Good Morning...
2021-11-19
58 min
Conversations with Toi
Every Fruit has a Root-A Father's Blessing
Today's episode is sponsored by Stamps.com. Stamps.com is offering a 4-week trial PLUS free postage and a digital scale. Save yourself from having to go to the post office again. Use code POD!Today's guest is Papa Ray. He is a personal transformation coach. He has a passion for helping people be better by "Understanding Your Owner’s Manual."One of the most powerful transformation tools he uses is “A Father's Blessing.” This is where he stands in the place of a father and bless them as a son or daughter. He's have been u...
2021-11-12
48 min
Conversations with Toi
Hello Jack, The Kindness Show
Anchored around Emmy Award-nominee Jack McBrayer’s infectious positivity and whimsical humor, “Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show” invites preschoolers into a world where a little act of kindness can change the world. Alongside series regulars Jack McBrayer, Markita Prescott (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) and Albert Kong (“Westworld”) who is recurring, special guest visitors include Paul Scheer (“The League,” “Human Giant”) and Sam Richardson (“Veep,” “The Office"). Jack inspires kids to solve problems with heart. The series showcases stories where acts of kindness are shown through “The Three C’s” – caring, connecting and cascading – from one person to another. The series also features original songs fr...
2021-11-10
10 min
Conversations with Toi
Ain't No Cheating-Growing in your Marriage
Today's podcast is sponsored by Stamps.com. Stamps.com is offering a 4 week trial PLUS free postage and a digital scale. Get your business up and moving and save time and money by using code POD. Never go to the post office again.We are back for Season 5 of Conversations with Toi. Thank you for your continued support.We have guest host, Marques Storr my husband as we talk about having those defining conversations in marriage. Are you willing to accept the same things in your marriage that you did in the early years? As...
2021-11-05
1h 09
Conversations with Toi
Safety for my Ladies
Today's episode is sponsored by Stamps.com. Stamps.com is a great way to ship what your company needs no matter how big or small. Start with a 4 week trial with no risk by using cod POD. There are no long time commitments. Use code POD at Stamps.comToday's episode we are talking about Women's safety as we travel. From the tools you need to secure your door at hotels to watching our surroundings when out and about. A woman this week stated she was at a hotel when a man violently tried to get access...
2021-10-15
59 min
Conversations with Toi
Grace through your Mental Health Journey
Today's episode through Lovehoney. Lovehoney for 20 years has been there to help people of all sexual explorations have the best experience. Use the link to save 10%Mental Health is a journey. It's filled with ups and downs. From having moments of being overwhelmed and not enough support. To being full of love for yourself and trucking along. Give yourself the grace that you need to get through the down moments. This Sunday is Mental Health Day and many will share their stories for the first time. Be gentle with others because you don't know when you too...
2021-10-08
53 min
Conversations with Toi
Dating While Living with Anxiety
Today's episode is sponsored by Lovehoney. Lovehoney for 20 years has been the sexual happiness people working to make a fun, fulfilling sex life available to anyone. Click on the link to save 10%Dating is already a stressful situation. So mix that with anxiety and you have a dose of feeling like you're living in a disaster. But take caution with anxiety managing yourself is key and so is dating with anxiety.Anxiety is debilitating at times but we are moving forward to not let it rob of us our joy. So learning to handle your...
2021-10-01
1h 05
Conversations with Toi
Living Through Grief
Today's episode is sponsored by DB. DB is a Scandianvian brand makes back packs and bags to help people stay ready for anything. Use code POD10 to save 10% at site.Emily Thiroux Threatt is the author of Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief: A Comprehensive Guide to Reclaiming and Cultivating Joy and Carrying on in the Face of Loss, winner of the Bookauthority Best New Grief Book and the Silver Medal for the Living Now Book Awards.Emily has much experience in the grieving process and has learned to face life with love, optimism...
2021-09-24
53 min
Conversations with Toi
Resets and Start Overs
Today's episode is sponsored by Lovehoney. Lovehoney has been helping people have the most sexual happiness that people need. Today's episode is for those who have ever struggled with anything. Start, stopping, start overs, guilt, and all of the feelings that come along with the ups and downs. This episode is for you. Your strength of getting back up and trying again.Todays guest is Emily Carpenter is a website designer, entrepreneur, natural health blogger, and healthy body/weight loss coach. She helps people who are stuck to feel good about their food, weight, and...
2021-09-17
50 min
Conversations with Toi
Hot Mess Momma No More
Today's episode is sponsored by Podgo. Podgo is the go to for Podcasters looking to monetize their podcast. Mention Conversations with Toi in the How did you hear about us. That's Podgo.coTodays episode features Amy Cothren. Amy is the host and creator of the podcast Mama Mindset, which speaks mostly to stay-at-home moms (SAHMs) about the importance of working on themselves in order to raise the future generation. In addition to the podcast, she offers her 1 on 1 mentoring for SAHMs who need the support of another mama friend. “I want to build a community of li...
2021-09-10
1h 01
Conversations with Toi
Giving Yourself Permission
Today's episode is sponsored by Misen. Misen is a kitchen knife company that has mastered what it means to be a cut ahead. Get your Misen knife today.Parenting is hard work. You have to be able to master yourself in order to give your children what they need. It takes a village and learning how to be open to what your village looks like is key. Today's guest is Genielle Hall. Genielle is an author, coach and speaker. She has 4 demanding girls and describes herself as a warrior widow after losing her husband in 2018...
2021-09-03
50 min
Conversations with Toi
Moms need a Couch
Today's Podcast is sponsored by Db. They are giving our listeners 10% off your next purchase by using code POD10Today's Guest is Gladys Simen. She is a Life Coach for moms who are trying to balance their work and family life. She is a life enthusiast who lived in 5 different countries, mastered 2 languages, and changed several professions. It took becoming a fabulous mama for her to tap into some BIG superpowers within herself. Former quiet introvert, today is passionate about helping women live big, beautiful, shooting-for-the-stars kind of lives right now.Gladys considers...
2021-08-27
46 min
Conversations with Toi
What's in A Lifestyle
What is a lifestyle?We tend to focus on what someone has instead of parts of their lifestyle that you want. When I was a Stay at home mom, I envisioned a life where I could get out the house, do the things that I love, and still be there for my children. Focus on the lifestyle-see what Ashleigh has to say about building the Lifestyle!! Today's episode is featuring Ashleigh Mayfield. Ashleigh is a unique voice in the world of business building and personal development. She helps solopreneurs and seasonal business owners build belief...
2021-08-20
47 min
Conversations with Toi
Raising Other People's Children with Debbie Ausburn
Today's Episode is sponsored by Db Journey: https://bit.ly/37cP8YP get 10% off your next purchase by using code POD10Today's Guest is Debbie Ausburn. Debbie Ausburn is a social worker turned lawyer who has worked with youth-serving organizations for more than 40 years. Starting in her teens, she has served as a camp counselor, juvenile court probation officer, group home parent, criminal prosecutor of crimes against children and litigation attorney advising youth-serving organizations throughout the United States. Her most important challenges, however, have been parenting foster children and stepchildren. She has never had biological children, but...
2021-08-13
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
Finding Hope with Amber Jewell
Today's Podcast is sponsored by Db. They are giving our listeners 10% off your next purchase by using code POD10; https://track.webgains.com/click.html?wgcampaignid=1540545&wgprogramid=280805Today's Guest is Amber Jewell. Amber LMSW is a social worker, board president of National Successful Survivor Foundation, previous foster child, foster-adoptive parent, national speaker, and author of “Finding Hope: The 12 Keys to Healing Hardship, Hurt and Sorrow” [scheduled for release 8/31]. She has over 15 years of experience working with youth and families in child protective services, education and mental health services. As an educator and an advocate for prom...
2021-08-06
1h 09
Conversations with Toi
Getting the Coins to Align
Today's Episode is sponsored by Early Bird. Early Bird allows you to invest in a child that you love. The app is easy to use. We're teaming up with EarlyBird to give our listeners a free $15 investment to gift to a child you love! Simply go to partners.getearlybird.io/podcast or the link in our show notes, download the app, and create an account today. Earlybird, build the nest and invest in the children you love: https://partners.getearlybird.io/podcastOur guest today is Armond Croom. He is a Financial Advisor at his own firm...
2021-07-30
58 min
Conversations with Toi
Nothing Sexier than Freedom-What is Sexy?
Today's podcast is sponsored by Relief Factor.Now you can try Relief Factor too. The three-week QuickStart—retail price of almost $70—is now available to our listeners for just $19.95! Head to the link in our show notes to find out more. Start your journey to better health and less pain today with Relief Factor!https://bit.ly/3f5iKMoToday's guest is Helen Edwards. She is is an International Author, Mentor/Coach, Yoga Retreat Leader, Podcaster, Speaker ~ Cheerleader of freedom, self love, personal growth, and #protectthethrone LET'S GOOO! 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒆𝒙𝒊𝒆𝒓 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒅𝒐𝒎 Available on Amazon, Etsy, and Barnes n Nobles. (Link below)𝙎𝙚𝙭𝙮 𝙁𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙤𝙢 𝙇𝙇𝘾https://linktr.ee/sex...
2021-07-23
59 min
Conversations with Toi
Not Diagnosed, Under Diagnosed: Dealing with Adult Learning Disabilities with Alex Gilbert of Cape-Able Consulting
Sponsor: HelloFresh. I love the freshness and how convenient HelloFresh is. https://hellofresh-ca.o5kg.net/c/2544961/791027/7893 Code: HFAFF80Offer: $80 Discount ($50 - $20 - $10) Including Free Shipping on First Box!Today's cohost/guest is Alex GilbertAlex Gilbert (She/her) is a New Yorker, a Mets fan, a yogi, and a brunch enthusiast. She also has dyslexia and ADHD.After spending her career working in leadership development, she decided to start a consulting and coaching business that will help adults with learning disabilities and/or ADHD like herself...
2021-07-16
44 min
Conversations with Toi
Entrepreneurship, Self Care, and How to Go and Ask for What You Want
Today's episode is for my entrepreneurs or those who want to live with excellency like a boss. Women have a hard time with getting investors. There are some things that you need to do to get into a room and own it. Today's Guest Podcast Host is Sydney Wong.Sydney Wong is an author as well as the Founder and CEO of VenturX. Her literature work, written under the pen name of David Adams, focuses on helping others be more productive and efficient. Sydney’s successful journey of her professional accomplishments have been shaped around one thing: ba...
2021-07-09
44 min
Conversations with Toi
Happy and Whole Vibes
What a time this week has been? We got Cosby getting his sentence vacated as well as Monique staying in the media space by embarrassing other women to make a point of respectability.It's the long 4th of July weekend and its a time to reunite with family and friends.We talk about being happy and whole. The world is doing a number on our lives. We need to be renewed daily.So what is stopping you from being whole and happy? It's not once you are whole (as that is a ongoing...
2021-07-02
1h 02
Awaken The Awesome
Ep. 155 - Truths To Be Told (w. LaToi Storr)
It was always my goal with this podcast to bring you people and stories reminding you that you have more in common with those that you admire than you care to give yourself credit for. In that regard, I found that the best way to do that is to introduce you to a couple of individuals, off the beaten path, whose warm generosity and powerful insights can offer just the right amount of perspective and guidance to help you along the way. In conversation with my next guest, LaToi Storr, I couldn't help...
2021-06-29
43 min
Conversations with Toi
On Beyonce's Good Name
Today's sponsor is Early Bird. They are giving our listeners free $15 to gift a child they love to invest in their financial future: https://partners.getearlybird.io/podcastTrick Daddy is on some other level for the lengths he went to talk on Beyonce's good name. Its one thing not to like her singing if that's what you want to do but we don't have to do the most.Panic attacks are real how to deal with them and recognize themPlace boundaries in all relationships. Being there for a friend and allowing...
2021-06-25
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
Who Said That? Gut punch of Truth
Today's Episode is brought to you by Omio. Save 5% on your next booking by using code LISTENER5 : https://omio.sjv.io/c/2544961/1078765/7385Today we talk about those gut punches we need from time to time to stand and be accounted for our own toxic behaviors. We also tend to only focus on what someone said and not enough on what someone has done or is doing.So much responsibility in being honest in what you can call out and deal with.Also did you hear what Monique said? No not about bonnets and...
2021-06-18
1h 05
Conversations with Toi
Mustard Seed and Humility
Today's episode is sponsored by Relief Factor. Relief Factor is drug-free relief for those everyday pains. Who wants to be in pain daily? No one. Our listeners are getting the price from $70 to 19.95: https://bit.ly/3f5iKMoThis is the episode where if you need some motivation and a boost this is it! There's no way you are going to listen to this episode and not be inspired. We want to encourage you to allow grace to follow your steps. Beyond anything this is about pouring back into each listener!We talked to Noel...
2021-06-11
1h 06
Conversations with Toi
Self Care Fails with Vera Fair
Self care is something we all need a daily dose of. We are attempting to do our best. Can you fail your own self care? Yes overthinking, not doing it enough, or not seeing simple things as self care.We talk with Vera Fair. Vera Fair is a working mom with two amazing daughters (5 and 9 years old), wife to a wonderful husband who she has been with for 22 years, and volunteer in multiple organizations. She works full-time as a Senior Project Manager for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer and Boeing Research & Technology. In her 20 year...
2021-06-04
59 min
Conversations with Toi
AAPI Solidarity Fundraiser with Linda Kuo
There's a time for talk and there's a time for action, AAPI Solidarity Fundraiser is doing both. This Sunday at the Peridance Center from 10:30am -4:30 you can sign up and take classes at $10 per class. There are amazing teachers:Yuka Kameda teaching Tap Kevin Suzuki teaching Japanese Folklore Sun Kim teaching PoppingPauline Casino teaching ChoreographyAfterwards there is a community discussion to bring an action plan together from 4:30-5:30 and that portion is free to the community and those who participated in the dance classes...
2021-05-28
32 min
Conversations with Toi
Birthday Lessons and Foolery
Happy 40th to me. I reflect on the lessons learned. We also talk about those epic fails that took place too. The things we have gotten into that we don't speak on because we want to be appear less flawed than we really are.We also discuss the self care fails and success that have taken place over the last week. Some you may remember from last week. Pray that I will have the self care fixed up by the time we come back.Sponsor from Revolution Beauty: go to https://bit.ly/2RKFGY8 to...
2021-05-14
1h 04
Conversations with Toi
Say No Like you Mean It
Welcome to a new week of Conversations with Toi. We talk about mental health, self-care, social media stories, and failures in life.This week's podcast is sponsored by Real Sleep. They are giving all of our readers 10% by using the code POD at https://www.realsleep.com/discount/PODAlso check out my story with What to Expect: https://www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/postpartum-health-and-care/ppd-after-second-pregnancy-essayThis Week social media stories include Josh Duggar, Safaree and Erica Mena, as well as Khloe Khardashian. When we talk about social media it is always about a...
2021-05-07
1h 04
Conversations with Toi
Trauma Doesn't Have An Expiration
The world is in an uproar at least in the comment section about Oprah's newest book that is coming out. She is telling parts of her story that she has been reluctant to share. Apparently she is too rich to STILL have trauma. Which we know that is a whole lie and a half. Trauma doesn't have an expiration-you carry the scars for life. We discuss both sides of the discussion.Also Mendeecees stated that if the roles were reversed with Yandy went to jail for a few years, he's not sure if he could...
2021-04-30
1h 08
Conversations with Toi
Staying the Course
Today's Sponsor is by Bruush an electronic toothbrush company. They are offering our listeners 15% off with code POD15 at https://bit.ly/3xe5g7SStaying the course even when giving up seems too easy and comfortable. Like Beyonce says winner doesn't quit on themselves. So we talk a very personal story where I had no choice but to stay the course.Self care go tos the week. What are they and how have I been managing.RIP to George Floyd and a continued conversation and action plan for what to do next.
2021-04-23
1h 03
Conversations with Toi
Humble My Eyesight
Sometimes we get so caught up in the admiration of others who we will are doing better than we are that we don't humble our eyesight. We don't know what someone has been through to get to where they are. We need to find a way to love ourselves a little more.Our condolences to DMX's Family and friends. We said last episode that we would keep him in our prayers and sadly he has passed.Black Lives Mattering is more than just an organization its about the actual lives.What brings you...
2021-04-16
1h 02
Conversations with Toi
That's Ron Isley? Well Looka Here
We discuss the epic Verzuz TV battle between the Isley Brothers vs. Earth, Wind, and Fire. This was hosted by Steve Harvey who waited his entire life for this moment. Ya'll got to see Steve Harvey pretend he's the member of both groupsDon't forget, Baxter Blue as discussed in the show, https://baxterblueglasses.pxf.io/3PeZDr to save 10% off a pair Did you hear the Nick Cannon song, No weapon featuring Gospel's angel, Kierra Clark Sheard? It's a sample from Fred Hammond's No weapon. I also mention my favorite Fred Hammond song....
2021-04-09
57 min
Conversations with Toi
National Reconciliation Day They Say?!
Listen forgiveness and forging relationships at the same level as before...it doesn't always happen.We talk about counting up whether or not to forgive or not and what goes into the process and self-care through it allHere is the blog that goes along with this episode:https://toitime.org/national-reconciliation-day/Also both vaccines complete how did I make out?Happy Easter weekend!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toitimeblogFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/toitimeladiesTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/toitimeblog
2021-04-02
55 min
Conversations with Toi
The Lies Write Themselves
Its been an entire media storm this week. Derrick Jaxn has been living an entire lie. He is a "relationship guru" who has sold a lot of women the story line of what to look forward to when they find the man of their dreams. Yet he is a living and walking nightmare. His wife is a victim. However in her eyes....listen in!Today's Episode is sponsored by The SkinStore. They are offering our listeners 20% off of your next purchase; some exclusion applyhttps://www.skinstore.com/pod.list.com...
2021-03-26
1h 03
Conversations with Toi
Lookin For A Revolution-Accountability
This week we had to discuss the accountability of when parents go left. Also kids can go left too. Such as the perceived notion of the leaked snippet of Kirk Franklin and his grown son.Can parents push kids grown or not too far? We discuss this as well as accountability of owning yourself.This week I had a personal blow up that was seasoned from childhood silent treatment tactics.Today's sponsor is Away Bags which is one of my favorite bags to travel with: www.podgo.co/away.comSpring...
2021-03-19
1h 08
Conversations with Toi
Gracing Through A Pandemic and Life
This has been a year to remember. A year of loss and emotional ups and downs. The hardest part is not being able to see loved ones. Watching my children lose their social skills and being in the house for the betterment of the year.The joys have been there as well. Although a large majority of my extended family had Covid-19 we were safe. Reminding myself of that point daily has been crucial.This week's self care has been about honesty. Taking time out when necessary and doing it without guilt.Grace...
2021-03-12
1h 07
Conversations with Toi
Bad parenting is a thing
Trigger alert!This notion that elders are incapable of bad vibes or even bad intentions have to be dispelled. Even with that in mind, you can disengage with a parent and not out right disrespect them. You can stand up for yourself and not hit below the belt.We talk about this culture of embarrassing children on social media channels. It's disheartening to say the least. I understand being a parent that children are from the Try it School of life. We as parents are not supposed to act aggressively towards them.How...
2021-03-05
1h 07
Conversations with Toi
Who's Making the Decisions Around Here?
First comes love than marriage, than the baby in the baby carriage or something like that.What happens when the love of your love wants to stop having kids and you may or may not want to? Do you get your tubes tied out of his request or benefit of your health for a man who asked for your hand in marriage but isn't your husband? That man now has had more babies with his new wife because changing of minds is real..Who makes that decision?We explore the notion of permanent...
2021-02-26
1h 05
Conversations with Toi
Motherhood and Ego
Its amazing for those who have a desire to experience motherhood to hold that baby for the first time. Unchecked trauma can creep almost instantly. Having to be told by a child that your delivery is of off putting can be hard to swallow.Parenthood comes with a lot of gut checks and laying the ego down to give a child what they really needBlac Chyna's mom goes on a rampage calling her all kinds of names and dragging her. Aren't parents supposed to protect? Can moms be jealous of their daughters or children...
2021-02-19
1h 04
Conversations with Toi
The Winter's Tale
I interviewed Ms. Katrina Hall of Philadelphia, PA. She is an actor, director, and playwright. She is Phoenix Theatre's 2021 Virtual Artist in Residence.Listen in as we discuss the production and the surrounding themes such as forgiveness, relationship, and how religion can sometimes influence us good or bad.Get tickets here: http://www.thephoenixtheatrepa.com./The play runs from Friday February 19-21st virtually!!In Hall's adaptation of William Shakespeare's, The Winter's Tale, abandonment, loss, jealousy, and redemption all play out in their Time, across the lands of Sicilia and Bohemia...
2021-02-18
46 min
Conversations with Toi
Common Sense Lack Week-Gorilla Glue and Foolery Week
We had to talk about the Gorilla Glue incident as well as Trey Songz. I am married not blind. However we do talk about adulting and the 3 things that got me through this hectic week. We all need some practical things that we can do in addition to therapy.Happy Love Week. This week is full of emotions. Some couples fight more this week too. So don't think everyone is as in love as they post their trinkets. Here is the Episode of my husband and I if you're finding your mate is dealing with...
2021-02-12
1h 02
Conversations with Toi
Difficult Folks We All Got Them
Who doesn't know a difficult person? We have them all around us. From being contentious to down right rude the world needs a spirit lift. We talk about how to navigate around themWe also discuss therapy for the week. What were the easy parts and how navigating towards your healthiest mindset can be an asset to everyone. Grown grown-that point in my your life where you no longer deal with folks excuse of bad behavior. I'm in the stage of putting folks out of my presence to preserve peace.Follow for more...
2021-02-05
55 min
Conversations with Toi
10 Years...Philly Jawn
When I moved from my small town of Lancaster to Philly I didn't think I would last 2 weeks let alone 10 years. Here we are showing up for myself, exploring life, raising a family, and becoming whole!Cheers to 10 years and many more adventures!Also check out the podcast featuring my husband as we talk mental health it will make more sense as you listen to both: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-toi/id1523002422?i=1000494949128Also check out the recent bonus episode with Renea Brown: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversations-with-toi/id1523002422...
2021-01-29
54 min
Conversations with Toi
The Little Princess Interview with Renea Brown
Quintessence Theatre Presents The Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Renea Brown plays Sara a young lady who is sent to a boarding school while her father is at war. He is pretty well off so while there he showers her with lavish gifts. One day he died and didn't leave anything for her care at the Boarding School and well that's when things goes left....I interviewed Renea to find out what her passions were and how she began her acting career at such a young age.Read the review of the play, https...
2021-01-25
45 min
Conversations with Toi
Short Week Long Week Loops
What a week. It was the longest shortest week. However it was full of amazing history. We have a new President and in the first time in history we have a woman, a Black woman, and an Asian American woman in office. For all of the little girls who dream big dreams-its their time to shineCatching up with the week with self care tips and this weeks joys and pitfalls. Learning to apply the lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy. Honoring him in our actions beyond social media post.Get more with me...
2021-01-22
57 min
Conversations with Toi
Personal Responsibility
So many times we aren't able to see that we have an issue. When we do it's up to us to take personal responsibility for our actions. Let's keep it real, adulting sucks but must be done.Social media round up-y'all knees strong enough for the Buss it challenge? I personally didn't get my Meg Thee Stallion knees for Christmas so that's a NO for me. Also New "IT" couple Lory Harvey and Michael B Jordan-what say you?Remember you can follow on the blog at www.toitime.org
2021-01-15
1h 02
Conversations with Toi
Falls and Melees
What an entire week?! Welcome 2021 or something like that. We talk about falling and what grace comes from that. Of course with a New Year, everyone is doing all kinds of new diets, fads, or putting in new systems-what about sleep?!We talk about the melee that took place at the Capital-I got thoughtsRemember you can always get more content by following at www.toitime.org
2021-01-08
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
New Year Soon Come
We are only a few days away from 2021. Am I the only one who is scared? Pure craziness of what lie ahead is like the land of the unknown. We discuss Christmas and the stress that unfolded. Therapy has been intense however super necessary.Goal setting in 2021 what does that look like? A quick bonus episode as we prepare for whatever the New Year brings!
2020-12-30
32 min
Conversations with Toi
2021 What is That?
You know how crazy 2020 has been what will 2021 bring? I don't know but I hope it is coming in right. Do we burn planners and kill dreams? Nope! We do our part to be the best version of ourselves and adjust as we need to.Also a lookback at the great things that 2020 brought since 2020 had enough negativity in it. Merry Christmas-7 days to go we will be back January 8th with a bonus in between!
2020-12-18
1h 03
Conversations with Toi
Christmas and Holiday Memories-The Good and Bad
As we get closer to the holidays and more and more of us are missing our family I share my memories, tips, etc. to help us get throughMemories are what keeps us close to loved ones present and transitioned!What are your favorite memories that make you smile, angry, or sad? Its okay to feel it all!
2020-12-11
1h 02
Conversations with Toi
Mean Mothers Breed Mean Mothers?
Watched Iyanla Vanzant episode with Lisa Raye and I share my thoughts. What is the concept of Proverbs 31 woman is it just to be a stay at home wife or mother? Also holiday traditions and expectations....We extend season 2 to support others during the start of seasonal depression. We talk about therapy and how vital it is to healing.How would you deal with abandonment from your mother?
2020-12-04
1h 08
Conversations with Toi
Thanksgiving and Therapy
Who starts Thanksgiving with Therapy? I do. It was helpful and necessary. I don't let any one shame me in needing therapy etc. So if you need it you better get it. We talk about the actual social distant day as well as the weekend plans to shop small, local, and minority owned. Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy the weekend and time
2020-11-27
53 min
Conversations with Toi
Thanksgiving Lockdown
Thanksgiving is being served with a dose of Lockdown 2.0. The way in which we here in Philadelphia will be eating smaller meals as we aren't able to get together with loved ones. We also talk about comedian Mo'Nique who says that the real reason she calls her husband "daddy" is because he is raising herAnxiety Triggered this week and I am not sure if it had to do with the lockdown or just normal feelings all over the place.
2020-11-20
54 min
Conversations with Toi
Covid-19 Inclining Making my Anxiety Rise
I was paying attention long enough to buy toilet paper and not enough to know that a potential lock down is on the full horizon. I have had more panic attacks than a little bitSocial media round up-where do the miserable nap? Somebody grab they Pastor....John Gray out here apololizing (I spelled it correctly) again, Celebrating 6 years of blogging and I talk about staying in my lane.
2020-11-13
45 min
Conversations with Toi
Who's in Power?
Are you exhausted with all of the back and forth of the election? The stress of it all is daunting to say the least. Self care is helping not only to feel good but to address the issues that are underlying.Celebrating 6 years of blogging this month. We touch on not comparing yourself to others but being grateful for where Toitimeblog has been to where it is going. www.toitime.orgLastly how do we keep the tempo of our home? Addressing your issues and having a plan in place is key1
2020-11-06
59 min
Conversations with Toi
No apologies!
As we grow and mature we find ourselves at points where what we once wanted no longer serves us. Would you apologize to the ice-cream truck that there are no more tacos at Taco Bell? No?! Stop apologizing to folks who can't bring us joy or not meant for us!
2020-10-30
59 min
Conversations with Toi
Self Care Fails?
In a world where self-care has become a multimillion dollar market, can you fail at it? Is working from a full cup more expensive or is it more expensive not to operate at your best capacity. Self care and mental health go together!
2020-10-23
1h 04
Conversations with Toi
Storr Love
As promised I brought in my husband for a little he said/she said candid conversation on all things love and relationships. We talk about surviving Covid-19. We talk all things on relationships and learning about one another
2020-10-16
1h 01
Conversations with Toi
Mental Health Awareness Day Being Embarrassed while Healing
A candid conversation about navigating your mental health. How do you deal when others know about your mental health issues or have used your mental health issues against you...
2020-10-09
1h 04
Conversations with Toi
Compare or Square up?
We are Back for Season 2! We catch up on what's been happening the last two weeks. We talk about comparing ourselves to others. Its an awful way to live. Should I have squared up with ole girl or take the lesson and walk away?
2020-10-02
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
No more gaslighting !
Gaslighting often occurs when we trust individuals to protect the space in our lives.We also remember September 11th may we continue to uphold those in our hearts.Season 1 Finale. We will be back for Season 2 on Friday October 2!
2020-09-11
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
Self Improvement Month-Call a spade a spade!
September is Self Improvement Month. We all have so much to get better at in every area. Owning it and being an active participator matters. We deal with relationships and what we attract. No sugar coating-call a spade, a spade.
2020-09-04
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
Loyal to a Fault-Being too Loyal can be harmful
We all have had times where we have had to work that job that didn't serve us. Although the job market is deplorable right now, leaving a job may not be in your best interest. I talk about the regret I felt not leaving a job sooner. Being loyal to a fault will cause a broader disrespect to yourself.
2020-08-28
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
One Sided Relationships
How to stop and manage guilty feelings of cutting access to others who don't mean us well. We also talk about social media stories of Lil Boosie begging for his Instagram account, Tim Norman murder for hire plot, Kanye being Kanye...
2020-08-21
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
The Devil Made Me Do it-Accountability Hour
We all have made excuses for our bad behavior one way or another. With that being said we talk about Tommcus Walker, husband of Letoya Luckett-Walker, Selah daughter of Lauryn Hill, and of our course where I have gone wrong in the past. Who should bear the brunt of our bad behavior?
2020-08-14
00 min
Conversations with Toi
What in the World, Flood me Out...
We recap the week. We had a flood to our house this week. Life gets interesting. Home school on the horizon and helping parents through ad prep. Anniversary behavior was on a thousand.
2020-08-07
1h 01
Conversations with Toi
Relationships and Check-Ins
Wedding Anniversary is this weekend and the tidbits learned has been empowering. Tamar is setting the record straight and holding onto to her premise that she wants to get out under the drama of reality television. Checking in-ways to get to the real issue and manage stress
2020-07-31
1h 00
Conversations with Toi
What if they won't take the help?!
Last episode we talked about mental health but what if they won't receive help? Who is responsible for personal mental help and happiness? Who's in charge? A happy wife is a happy life but what if the wife is just miserable?
2020-07-24
57 min
Conversations with Toi
Mental Health Check In
In Episode 2 we discuss the real of where I really am. We talk about mirrors in relationships; no entanglements. Also what about one way relationships? Does childhood trauma green light bad behavior?
2020-07-17
58 min
Conversations with Toi
Get to Know Me
Failure is inevitable. We learn so much from speaking from the place of failure but not getting stuck. In this first episode we talk about what led me to blog and start a podcast and a few tidbits I learned along the way!
2020-07-10
56 min