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Soothing H.E.REpisode 39: What Can Lessons Teach Us?Episode 39: What Can Lessons Teach Us?This episode of our podcast explores in conversation, the nature of learning lessons, how experiences shape us, and how growth and wisdom emerge from our most challenging moments.Lessons come from life’s experiences, both painful and enlightening, yet crucial to our growth.To better understand how we have come to think of such lessons, we answered some questions.What do we think makes a lesson truly impactful? Is it the experience itself, or...2024-11-2751 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 38: Pain Released, Lessons CarriedWhat a year it had been, our 39th episode!
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2024-11-1650 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 37: Mind and Heart MattersFollowing our recent heavy episodes, a focus onto something close to all of our hearts was important—how are we doing? What have we been up to? How is our mental health?
It’s been a while since we checked in, so we thought it’d be the perfect time to talk about what’s new with us, and more importantly, how we’ve been focusing on our mental well-being lately.
1. Personal Updates and Mental Health Check-In
So, what’s been going on with us?
Have we been making some c...2024-10-2342 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 36: What’s Ending with UsChoosing Self and Pursuing Healing – Reflections on "It Ends With Us"
We saw the movie *It Ends With Us* inspired bu the book of the same name by Colleen Hoover, and having many things hit home for us, we decided to do an episode focused on a movie review.
It shares a blend of reflection on the story, the similarities in our own story, and practical advice for you our listeners while empowering those who may be in similar situations.
To open the episode, we...2024-10-1648 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 35: Bridge Over Brokenness with Regina HiremathBridge Over Brokenness is a guest episode with domestic violence spokesperson, and Alimonia Life founder, Regina Hiremath.
Straight into this episode of the SoothingH.E.R Podcast, we dive deep into her transformational story; having survived both child and emotional abuse, and emerging from a 20+ year marriage that she bravely chose to end, she shares how she transformed pain into purpose, offering hope and guidance for others navigating the isolating experience of divorce. From reclaiming her voice through writing to creating a community of support, Regina’s story is a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and empowerment beyond bro...2024-10-0350 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 35: Bridge Over Brokenness with Regina HiremathBridge Over Brokenness is a guest episode with domestic violence spokesperson, and Alimonia Life founder, Regina Hiremath.
Straight into this episode of the SoothingH.E.R Podcast, we dive deep into her transformational story; having survived both child and emotional abuse, and emerging from a 20+ year marriage that she bravely chose to end, she shares how she transformed pain into purpose, offering hope and guidance for others navigating the isolating experience of divorce. From reclaiming her voice through writing to creating a community of support, Regina’s story is a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and empowerment beyond bro...2024-09-1850 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 34: To Be Someone in the WorldIn a world where chaos and instability often feel overwhelming, it’s easy to lose touch with who we truly are, even in our individual worlds.
So in this episode of “To Be Someone in the World” we go under the surface to search for answers to the profound importance of turning inward to find our center amidst the noise.
Through a conversation that touches on the essence of healing, the challenges of navigating life's upheavals, and the promise of re-emergence, we searched for answers within these questions. We aimed t...2024-09-0141 minSoothing H.E.R*Guest Episode* 33 Breaking up with Toxicity for a Summer RomanceIn this weeks conversation, Shaela Bothwell shares her journey of picking herself back up after a 5-year toxic relationship, the lessons this time provided, and her courage to try again. She focused on herself, prioritized her family and friendships, and took time to be alone with her thoughts.
After two to three years, she intentionally started dating again with a different mindset. She learned to recognize her patterns of seeking high highs and low lows, and how to allow herself to be vulnerable in a healthy relationship. Trusting herself and her partner was a...2024-08-2146 minSoothing H.E.R*Guest Episode* 32: Embodying Unapologetic ConfidenceIn Episode 33, "Embodying An Unapologetic Confidence," we share in on a conversation with a refreshingly confident guest, Ahn Pham. Ahn adds her value on the continuation of our Summer 2024 vibe series by exploring the essence of building confidence on a healing journey.
In this guest feature episode, we unpack the meaning of “unapologetic confidence” and discuss how to cultivate it in our lives.
The episode begins with a creative icebreaker posed to Ahn: “If you could describe your healing journey as a color, what color would it be and why?”...2024-08-1444 minSoothing H.E.RA Summer 2024 Vibe: Hot Girl SummerThis episode introduces our exciting new series-Hot girl Summer, but with a different thought and how it relates to healing and personal growth.
A 'Hot Girl Summer' is about feeling great, being the best version of yourself, and doing the inner work.
Healing and personal growth require intentionality and a holistic approach to self-care.
We further explore the idea of embodying confidence and authenticity while going through a healing journey with emphasis on the need to prioritize oneself for the journey of living your best life.
2024-07-3142 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 31: The Happiness Factor: Is the Good Life Good?The Happiness Factor: Is the Good Life Good?
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of true happiness?
In our last episode of The Pursuit of Happiness series, we continue to search through and affirm our pursuit of happiness and its true role in a fulfilling life. We explore the definition of happiness, its impact on our wellbeing, and the factors that shape our perception of it. We also challenge the notion of happiness as an ultimate goal, discussing the potential pitfalls of our obsession with it, and offering i...2024-07-1735 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 30: Find It, Keep It, Share It: HappinessTune in to find inspiration and actionable advice to enhance your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life.
Welcome to this week’s episode of the SoothingH.E.R Podcast! Deeper, healthy conversation continue into the ever-elusive concept of happiness, exploring the origins of joy and how we can cultivate and maintain it in our lives. This episode, titled "Find It, Keep It, Share It: Happiness," offers a fresh perspective on where happiness comes from and how to harness it.
We kick things off by examining the roots of ha...2024-07-0336 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 29: The Pursuit of Happiness Amidst HealingThis week on SoothingH.E.R., we embark on an enlightening journey to uncover the essence of inner happiness, peace, and joy during times of transition and healing.
Our conversation takes us deep into the foundations of our current sources of happiness and how these are influenced by external factors such as relationships, careers, and personal well-being. Reflecting on our own experiences, we share the challenges of maintaining joy amidst healing and the practical ways we reintegrate happiness into our lives.
Further into the conversation, we examine the profound...2024-06-2532 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 28: Hallmark DecadeEpisode 28:
Embracing the Hallmark Decade: Turning 30
Turning 30 is a significant milestone, often marked by a blend of excitement and reflection.
For some, it’s an invitation to join the "Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving" club, while for others, it sparks introspection about life’s journey and the achievements yet to be realized.
On this week’s episode of SoothingH.E.R, we delve into what we call the "Hallmark Decade." This period isn’t about harsh self-criticism over missed opportunities; instead, it’s a time to embrace ge...2024-06-1943 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 27: Affirmations for a Season of HealingOur last episode of May is one so beautiful, and affirming on the profound impact of affirmations on our healing journey. An episode filled with discovery, and attention on how we would like to use the power of words to transform our lives. We begin our conversation by exploring the purpose of affirmations, and whether they truly work in promoting a positive mindset.
There is something transformative that happens with affirmations that allow a shift from negative self-talk and limiting beliefs to embracing truths that empower you-so we have learned.
Creating your...2024-05-2947 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 26: New Things BlossomingAs they say, “Let it blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen.”
As we continue our theme of growth during the month of May, we want to bring light to the conversation of the new things blossoming in our lives.
Our conversation this week on the SoothingH.E.R. podcast is focused on personal growth, new beginnings, and flourishing in various aspects of life.
Our discussion includes:
1. Understanding Growth: Defining what "blossoming" means in the context of personal development, the new things blossoming from...2024-05-2232 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 25: Life LessonsLife Lessons: Embracing Growth Through Heartbreak
In our life lessons episode, we explore the internal processing of difficult, yet transformative learning we embraced through our personal heartbreak.
Taking the conversation so close to the foundation of the women we are becoming, we share the vital lessons learned from our past relationships and how they have guided our path to personal development.
Our discussion includes:
1. Unpacking the Lessons: Recognizing the signs of learning from heartbreak, the tough lessons it teaches, and the challenges of facing these...2024-05-1541 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 24: Life in Bloom: Observances of MayOur first episode for the month of May is one where we blossom into the heart of spring, embracing the growth and renewal that May brings.
In this episode, we focus on three key observances that resonate deeply with our ongoing conversations:
1. Mental Health Awareness Month - We discuss the importance of tuning into your emotions and checking in with yourself and your loved ones.
We ask, and share strategies we can employ to enhance our mental wellbeing this month.
2. Better Sleep M...2024-05-0738 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 23: Gratitude as a MedicineContinuing our Character Choice Series, this week’s enlightening episode brings and exploration to the transformative power of gratitude in the healing process. We find that merely embracing thankfulness can markedly improve your emotional, physical, and mental well-being, especially when recovering from life's significant pains, and traumas.
We begin by defining gratitude in the context of healing and delve into its profound effects on our brain and body. Then, we examine gratitude as an essential tool for navigating adversity and major life changes.
Ashley and Shanel offer practical strategies to cultivate gratitude even during the lo...2024-05-0138 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 22: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in a Healing JourneyDive deep into the heart of healing on this week's episode of SoothingH.E.R., where we unravel the tangled web of depression and anxiety.
Join us as we explore the quiet battles of sadness and discomfort that accompany any journey toward feeling like yourself again, or reaching for a better version. You will hear us share intimate stories from our own paths—not shying away from including the challenges, setbacks, and the profound role of faith in our resilience. Learn with how to embrace patience and self-compassion while effectively managing the overwhelming feelings an...2024-04-2445 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 21: Empathy in a Healing JourneyEmpathy:A word for consideration as we continue our series, Character Choices.Join us for an insightful episode of our podcast on the transformative role of empathy in personal healing journeys. We really wanted to ask the question on what empathy really means, and how it intertwines with healing. In life, and particularly while journeying through healing it’s significance of extending empathy towards oneself. In that conversation we explore barriers you might face, and practical tips for cultivating self-empathy. We then discuss the impact of receiving empathy from others, touching on a common confusion between empathy and sympathy.The ep...2024-04-1646 min
Happiness Happens228: Healing and Finding Strength After Surprise Heartbreak with Shanel Dubique and Ashley OrjiakoIn this episode of Happiness Happens, I sit down with Shanel and Ashley, the duo behind the transformative podcast "Soothing H.E.R." Our conversation sheds light on the internal healing journey necessary for finding joy and resilience in life's most tumultuous time. The Power of Resilience Shanel and Ashley's stories are nothing short of inspiring. We uncover the raw and often painful process of healing from life's inevitable heartbreaks. Ashley shares her harrowing experience of dealing with betrayal just a week before her wedding, finding the courage to call off the marriage despite societal pressures and p...2024-04-1634 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 20: Forgiveness on a Healing Journey“Forgiveness and Letting Go” conversation which takes straight into the heart of healing. Forgiveness plays such a profound role as a path to liberation on our personal growth, and recovery journey.Our check in at the top of the episode sets the stage for an introspective journey. We flow in asking what does forgiveness mean to us, its essence, what genuine forgiveness looks like as we know there can be difficulty in forgiving. With insight, it is with enduring that difficulty, we learn to answer the question is who is forgiveness really for, who does it benefit.As we ask...2024-04-1050 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 19: Character ChoicesAnother thought-provoking episode we’ve brought you-Character Choices!We wanted to take a conversation entirely focused on understanding what truly constitutes an empowering character choice for women, and how these empowering choices not only challenge, but also shatter the age-old traditional gender stereotypes to set a new narrative for women's roles both in media and the real world. As we know role models tend to have a profound impact on oneself, and their life ambitions.This episode is a clarion call for women to embrace their unique individuality, bolster their self-esteem, and fervently pursue their aspirations without restraint. Though, the pa...2024-04-0242 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 18: Inner Growth: How Growth from Within Can Inspire Growth Around UsWelcome to the spring edition of our podcast, where we're not just welcoming the first day of spring, but also embracing a theme that resonates deeply with the season: "Embracing a Growth Mindset."In this episode, we dive into powerful topics that revolve around personal growth and empowerment.We kick things off by celebrating the renewal and promise that the first day of spring brings, setting the stage for an inspiring conversation centered on growth, and revisiting some of the goals we discussed in January-check on where we are.In our Inner Growth Episode; these topics will be discussed...2024-03-2645 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 17: RecognizingHERThere is an inherent power and strength within every woman, within her it may be soft and gentle, forcibly defying norms or loud enough to break decades of a certain expectation.In this empowering episode of "Recognizing HER," we take the conversation into the essence of womanhood, exploring what defines and shapes us as women. Emphasizing that it is indeed what has shaped us that qualifies us as the prize, and the source of our own power. Together, we explore ways to discover and harness this power from within, empowering ourselves to overcome challenges and adversities. By flipping the narrative...2024-03-2032 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 16: Feminine EnergyWelcome to March with us! A month that brings particular focus on a conversation, and recognition of the triumphs of women. In this episode, our itinerary of conversation took a softer tone through the blooming landscapes of Women's History Month and a season of renewal. Join us as we unravel the essence of Feminine Energy, exploring its depth, the power within, and the beauty of embracing our unique selves, reiterated.From the meaning of true submissiveness to awakening the divine feminine, we take you through a conversation on intuition, emotional balance, and the transformative dance with the flow of life. We...2024-03-1241 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 15: Healing Narratives: Journey through Emotional Pain, Enduring Love, and Purposeful RecoveryLife finds us when we least expect it, purpose walks with us when we dare not believe it was destined for us. Many times, whilst in our own pain we grapple to remain a light in the world. A light that will walk with others to understand, breakdown and dispel years of deep seated inherited wounds. In the safe embrace of community-either with our love ones, friends or peer groups, we can find support, and strength to heal these wounds-love abounds.In this week’s episode on the SoothingH.E.R podcast, we soothe a very sensitive conversation that introduces a...2024-02-2857 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 14: Love and Activism: Uplifting our Black Kings and QueensLove, Activism, and Healing: Uplifting our Black Kings and Queens There is a powerful connection between love, activism, and healing. When we lead in love and reciprocate it, it can serve as a catalyst for individual activism and change within our communities.In this week's episode on the SoothingH.E.R. podcast, we are extending another warm welcome to our lovely guest, Stanford Dickson. We invite you into our discussion with Stanford as we explore how love fuels community building and the role it plays in forming better relationships between men and women. We reflect on the ways in which w...2024-02-2153 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 13:Love LettersHave you ever written yourself a love letter? If you were to, what would it say?Which version of yourself would you write to?Would you write to a friend or future partner?As we enter this week of love, we are showing love to ourselves through the art of writing love letters. There is an abundance of love within us that often times can be neglected because we are busy showing love to those around us.This week on SoothingH.E.R., we stress the importance of giving this love back to ourselves with a renewed sense of encouragement.T...2024-02-1455 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 12: Date Night & Girl Talk - How we do love in 2024.Embark on a heartfelt journey with our special episode, “Date Night & Girl Talk - How we do love in 2024." As we usher in the new month of February, a month adorned with both Black History Month and the celebration of love, we extend a warm welcome to our first guest, Ify Aniefuna.We invite you into our girl’s night conversation where the focus is on unraveling the intricate layers of love in its multifaceted forms. What does love mean to you?- A question that serves as our compass as we navigate through the landscapes of relationships—be it famili...2024-02-061h 12Soothing H.E.REpisode 11: Healing and ProfessionalismAs working professionals, it is so easy to get wrapped up in our careers and day-to-day responsibilities that our healing journeys can often feel neglected. In this week’s episode, we delve in the nuances of healing and maintaining a work-life balance. We explore the importance of prioritizing yourself and share tips for navigating a healing journey as a working professional with grace and professionalism. This week, we encourage you all to reflect on your own professional practices and how you are taking steps to maintain your well-being as well. Topics you will hear this week:⁃ Defining professionally well-being ⁃ Intertwining your hea...2024-01-3039 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 10: Money WoesSoothingH.E.R. Community!In this week’s episode, we delve into the realm of financial well-being in 2024. Join us as we explore the significance of building financial intelligence during your healing journey, addressing common challenges faced and offering practical tips for assessing your current financial situation. Tune in to discover ways to regain control through credit building, effective budgeting, and the benefits of investing. Discover the positive impact of setting realistic financial goals and facing the hard truth about your circumstances. Listen in for the valuable insights from R.C Blakes’ “Queenology” and explore resources for enhancing your financial literacy...2024-01-2448 minSoothing H.E.RMoney WoesSoothingH.E.R. Community! In this week’s episode, we delve into the realm of financial well-being in 2024. Join us as we explore the significance of building financial intelligence during your healing journey, addressing common challenges faced and offering practical tips for assessing your current financial situation. Tune in to discover ways to regain control through credit building, effective budgeting, and the benefits of investing. Discover the positive impact of setting realistic financial goals and facing the hard truth about your circumstances. Listen in for the valuable insights from R.C Blakes’ “Queenology” and explore...2024-01-2448 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 9: Unapologetically YouWelcome SoothingH.E.R. community to another episode. In this weeks’ episode, we are getting deeper into our healing journey of self-development and exploring the topic of authenticity and individuality. As we are coming home to ourselves, we are looking at our own personal growth in discovering where our sense of self-identity came from, how that has shaped who we are now, what makes us beautifully unique, and how to feel comfortable in our own skin. Join us this week in taking a dive into your own healing journey of self discovery and how you can become your most-authentic self in...2024-01-1759 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 8: Rebuilding You in 2024S2: Ep.1Happy New Years and Welcome to 2024 SoothingH.E.R. community. In this new season, we are taking each of the areas of healing we have defined in Season 1 and taking things up a notch. In this weeks’ episode, we are beginning the new year by taking a step back and talking about how we will be rebuilding and fine tuning in 2024. We will be discussing the importance of goal setting, quality self-care, and developing a healthy routine. We are defining what self-love truly means and how we can lean and trust God in this season as we navigate th...2024-01-1048 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 7: Where Do Broken Hearts Go?- Part IIIn this weeks’ episode, we are continuing the conversation on navigating healing from heartbreak. We are sharing our personal experiences on how we realistically navigated our own tough heartbreaks, and the coping mechanisms we practiced to get us through the tough times. We are discussing common negative self talk during a heartbreak, how we are working towards finding our own sense of self, and highlighting the growth and resilience post-heartbreak. We are also discussing the importance finding closure within yourself, learning from the experience, and embracing personal growth. We hope this episode continues to encourage others who are also healing fro...2024-01-031h 05Soothing H.E.REpisode 6:Where Do Broken Hearts Go?-Part 1Ms. Whitney got us in our feelings this week! In this weeks episode, we are inviting another tough conversation about heartbreak. Healing from heartbreak is not for the faint-hearted. It is a journey filled with so much self-discovery, self-compassion, and the beginning of a new chapter. In Part 1, we are discussing the topics of how our upbringing has shaped our perception of love in relationships, the psychological and emotional aspects of healing from heartbreak, the 5 stages of grief, importance of accountability, and the journey towards acceptance and letting go. We conclude with the lessons we are taking with us and h...2023-12-191h 37Soothing H.E.REpisode 5: Gotta Love FamilyWelcome to another episode on SoothingH.E.R. In this weeks episode, we are traveling back in time to our childhood. A majority of our traumas and pain comes from our childhood and how we were raised. In this discussion we are peeling back the layers our traumas both through the lens of when we were children and where we are at now. We are reflecting on where our limiting beliefs came from and how have manifested in other areas of our lives. We are also reflecting on where our sense of self identity stemmed from, the background of our...2023-12-131h 06Soothing H.E.REpisode 4: “I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends” -The BeatlesThe Beetles said it best, “I get by with a little help from my friends.” This week, we are exploring the art of healing through friendship and the impact friendship has on our healing journeys.Timestamps: 3:12 - Introduction to healing our relationships with our friends and topics we will discuss during the episode4:04 - What does the art of healing look like within friendship11:12 - The value of friendship and how our own story began 14:35 - How do friendships influence a healing journey and season23-14 - How friends can help keep you accountable during a healing journey26:27 - Using discer...2023-12-0656 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 3: You vs. YouOn You vs. You, we are taking a look at ourselves in the mirror and asking the difficult questions; What do you see? What layers of yourself would you like to pull back in this healing season? What inner shadow work needs to be done? Join us in today’s conversation as we challenge our own self-identity and discover parts of our identity that needs to heal, and be restored. Time Stamps: 1:11 - Intro to episode topic (You vs. You)2:50 - What is our own personal connection to the topic?5:50 - Definition of Self-Healing11:27 - How do you start a self...2023-11-2954 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 2: Everything is Working for the Greater Good-1:10: Everything is working for the greater good - What does this mean in a healing journey?-2:45: What does it look like to heal your relationship with God? Why is it important to start here?- 7:45: Why do we often neglect turning to God during a healing season?- 13:50: Our Cultural Backgrounds and it’s impact on our early walk with God- 30:35: When our walk with God began and choosing to accept God into our life.-37:25: Areas in our walk with God that we need to heal from- 44:35: How are we SoothingH.E.R. and in what ways are we...2023-11-2152 minSoothing H.E.RH.E.RWelcome to the first episode of SoothingH.E.R.! In todays episode we are diving into the conversation about what healing is and the different types of healing journeys. We are asking ourselves: What is the definition of healing? What is a healing journey? What does a healing journey like? We are also tackling the tough conversations of what exactly are we healing from? Why are we choosing now to start a healing journey? What is shadow work?We are encouraging you all t...2023-11-1548 minSoothing H.E.REpisode 1: Healing, Enduring and RestoringWelcome to the first episode of SoothingH.E.R.!In today’s episode we are diving into the conversation about what healing is and the different types of healing journeys. We are asking ourselves: What is the definition of healing? What is a healing journey? What does a healing journey look like? We are also tackling the tough conversations of what exactly are we healing from? Why are we choosing now to start a healing journey? What is shadow work?We are encouraging you all to embark on this journey with us and continue the conversation . We hope that you enj...2023-11-1448 minSoothing H.E.RSoothing H.E.R IntroIntroducing a new podcast focused on the journey of healing, enduring through life’s challenges and restoring the heart and soul.2023-10-3102 min