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Rooted Resilience
The Pause was the Lesson, False Identities, The Nervous System and Coming Back Rooted
The Importance of Pausing and Reassessing in Early-Stage Business In this episode of the Rooted Resilience Podcast, Wendy Golden shares her recent experiences of stepping back to reassess her business. She delves into the concept of false identities and how they can impact your nervous system and overall well-being. Wendy emphasizes the necessity of rest, setting boundaries, and operating from a place of true identity rather than a constant hustle. She also introduces exciting updates for Willow and Oak, including new team members, upcoming challenges, a membership program, and a podcast subscription for exclusive content. Tune in to learn...
2026-02-10
21 min
Rooted Resilience
Why Mindset Alone Won't Heal You: The Nervous System Truth
Host Wendy Golden closes her grief series and introduces Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness’s new integrated membership, emphasizing healing that blends mindset, nervous-system regulation, movement, nutrition, and medical insight. She critiques mindset-only approaches and toxic positivity, stresses that true change requires regulation, relationships, and tools (not just affirmations), and invites listeners to join a supportive, embodied path to lasting resilience. Sign up at www.willowandoakresilientwellness.com
2026-01-07
13 min
Rooted Resilience
Why Mindset Alone Won't Heal You: The Nervous System Truth
Host Wendy Golden closes her grief series and introduces Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness’s new integrated membership, emphasizing healing that blends mindset, nervous-system regulation, movement, nutrition, and medical insight. She critiques mindset-only approaches and toxic positivity, stresses that true change requires regulation, relationships, and tools (not just affirmations), and invites listeners to join a supportive, embodied path to lasting resilience. Sign up at www.willowandoakresilientwellness.com
2026-01-07
13 min
Rooted Resilience
Christmas Eve and Quiet Grief: Reclaiming Joy Without Pressure
On this Christmas Eve episode, host Wendy Golden closes her grief series with an honest look at how grief and trauma quietly steal energy, presence, and joy—especially during the holidays. She shares a personal ER moment, explores how grief trains the brain and body to brace for loss, and offers practical shifts: simplifying traditions, setting boundaries, resting without guilt, and letting gratitude and grief sit together. If the season feels heavy, this episode gives permission to grieve, hope for slowly reclaiming joy, and encouragement to heal at your own pace.
2025-12-24
15 min
Rooted Resilience
Christmas Eve and Quiet Grief: Reclaiming Joy Without Pressure
On this Christmas Eve episode, host Wendy Golden closes her grief series with an honest look at how grief and trauma quietly steal energy, presence, and joy—especially during the holidays. She shares a personal ER moment, explores how grief trains the brain and body to brace for loss, and offers practical shifts: simplifying traditions, setting boundaries, resting without guilt, and letting gratitude and grief sit together. If the season feels heavy, this episode gives permission to grieve, hope for slowly reclaiming joy, and encouragement to heal at your own pace.
2025-12-24
15 min
Rooted Resilience
Functioning Is Not Healing: The Truth About Grief and Showing Up
Wendy Golden shares a raw, honest account of attending multiple funerals while juggling work, brand obligations, parenting, and the holiday season. She challenges the assumption that functioning equals recovery and explains how grief often shows up in private, not in public. This episode offers compassionate insight into how to support someone who is grieving—sometimes actions matter more than words—and reminds listeners that it’s possible to carry sorrow and joy at the same time.
2025-12-17
19 min
Rooted Resilience
Functioning Is Not Healing: The Truth About Grief and Showing Up
Wendy Golden shares a raw, honest account of attending multiple funerals while juggling work, brand obligations, parenting, and the holiday season. She challenges the assumption that functioning equals recovery and explains how grief often shows up in private, not in public. This episode offers compassionate insight into how to support someone who is grieving—sometimes actions matter more than words—and reminds listeners that it’s possible to carry sorrow and joy at the same time.
2025-12-17
19 min
Rooted Resilience
When New Loss Pulls the Scab Off: Grief, Triggers & Survival
Wendy Golden continues a raw, heartfelt conversation about grief after her brother's passing, exploring how new losses can reopen old wounds. She discusses triggers, the nervous system’s survival responses, holistic care alongside Western medicine, the guilt and overwhelm of parenting while grieving, and offers gentle reminders that healing takes time.
2025-12-10
31 min
Rooted Resilience
When New Loss Pulls the Scab Off: Grief, Triggers & Survival
Wendy Golden continues a raw, heartfelt conversation about grief after her brother's passing, exploring how new losses can reopen old wounds. She discusses triggers, the nervous system’s survival responses, holistic care alongside Western medicine, the guilt and overwhelm of parenting while grieving, and offers gentle reminders that healing takes time.
2025-12-10
31 min
Rooted Resilience
Back from the Fire: Grief, Grace, and Getting Grounded
Host Wendy Golden returns to the Root of Resilience podcast after losing her brother, sharing raw reflections on grief, nervous-system care, and what true resilience looks like. She offers practical guidance for coming back to work and life after bereavement—naming your season, lowering capacity expectations, choosing one small actionable step, and allowing small joys to signal safety. Wendy also previews deeper conversations ahead about emotional safety, boundaries, identity, and the Rooted Circle membership, inviting listeners to rebuild together with compassion and faith.
2025-12-03
34 min
Rooted Resilience
Back from the Fire: Grief, Grace, and Getting Grounded
Host Wendy Golden returns to the Root of Resilience podcast after losing her brother, sharing raw reflections on grief, nervous-system care, and what true resilience looks like. She offers practical guidance for coming back to work and life after bereavement—naming your season, lowering capacity expectations, choosing one small actionable step, and allowing small joys to signal safety. Wendy also previews deeper conversations ahead about emotional safety, boundaries, identity, and the Rooted Circle membership, inviting listeners to rebuild together with compassion and faith.
2025-12-03
34 min
Rooted Resilience
Beat Insulin Resistance: Practical Steps That Actually Work
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy Golden, Rhonda, and Dr. Lisa Frazier explain what insulin resistance is and why treating it early matters. They cover lifestyle strategies—nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management—along with medication options like metformin and GLP-1s, plus practical tips like meal prep and simple swaps to support steady blood sugar.
2025-10-07
14 min
Rooted Resilience
Beat Insulin Resistance: Practical Steps That Actually Work
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy Golden, Rhonda, and Dr. Lisa Frazier explain what insulin resistance is and why treating it early matters. They cover lifestyle strategies—nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management—along with medication options like metformin and GLP-1s, plus practical tips like meal prep and simple swaps to support steady blood sugar.
2025-10-07
14 min
Rooted Resilience
Unmasking Insulin Resistance: The Silent Metabolic Shift
In this episode Wendy Golden and Lisa Frazier continue their series on insulin resistance and women’s health. They explain what insulin resistance is, why it can be silent, and the main drivers behind it — excess processed foods and sugar, low movement and muscle mass, poor sleep and chronic stress, hormonal changes, medications, medical conditions, and genetics. They share practical strategies to improve metabolic health, including reducing processed foods, strength training to increase muscle, improving sleep, managing stress, and seeking a provider who listens. Lisa and Wendy also discuss the role of detoxing, supplements, and when medications may...
2025-09-30
26 min
Rooted Resilience
Unmasking Insulin Resistance: The Silent Metabolic Shift
In this episode Wendy Golden and Lisa Frazier continue their series on insulin resistance and women’s health. They explain what insulin resistance is, why it can be silent, and the main drivers behind it — excess processed foods and sugar, low movement and muscle mass, poor sleep and chronic stress, hormonal changes, medications, medical conditions, and genetics. They share practical strategies to improve metabolic health, including reducing processed foods, strength training to increase muscle, improving sleep, managing stress, and seeking a provider who listens. Lisa and Wendy also discuss the role of detoxing, supplements, and when medications may...
2025-09-30
26 min
Rooted Resilience
Uncovering Insulin Resistance: A Women's Health Wake-Up Call
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy introduces her aunt, nurse practitioner Lisa Frazier, to kick off a new women’s health series focused on insulin resistance. They explain what insulin resistance is, why it can be missed by standard tests, and why a whole-person approach matters. They cover common causes (diet, inactivity, stress, poor sleep, hormones, and genetics), typical signs to watch for (post-meal crashes, cravings, weight gain, skin changes, and brain fog), and share simple practical steps listeners can start today: move more, balance meals with protein and fiber, prioritize sleep, and make small su...
2025-09-23
21 min
Rooted Resilience
Uncovering Insulin Resistance: A Women's Health Wake-Up Call
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy introduces her aunt, nurse practitioner Lisa Frazier, to kick off a new women’s health series focused on insulin resistance. They explain what insulin resistance is, why it can be missed by standard tests, and why a whole-person approach matters. They cover common causes (diet, inactivity, stress, poor sleep, hormones, and genetics), typical signs to watch for (post-meal crashes, cravings, weight gain, skin changes, and brain fog), and share simple practical steps listeners can start today: move more, balance meals with protein and fiber, prioritize sleep, and make small su...
2025-09-23
21 min
Rooted Resilience
Unstick Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Start Choosing
Wendy Golden breaks down why overthinking and the nervous system’s freeze response keep us stuck, exploring fear of the unknown, shame, and worries about others’ opinions. She offers practical tools—breathwork, grounding exercises, journaling, limiting choices, setting high goals, and making micro-decisions—to build momentum and move forward, plus resources and a waitlist for the Rooted Membership. Find all of our resources at www.willowandoakresilientwellness.com
2025-08-21
19 min
Rooted Resilience
Unstick Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Start Choosing
Wendy Golden breaks down why overthinking and the nervous system’s freeze response keep us stuck, exploring fear of the unknown, shame, and worries about others’ opinions. She offers practical tools—breathwork, grounding exercises, journaling, limiting choices, setting high goals, and making micro-decisions—to build momentum and move forward, plus resources and a waitlist for the Rooted Membership. Find all of our resources at www.willowandoakresilientwellness.com
2025-08-21
19 min
Rooted Resilience
Unlocking Back-to-School Success: 3 Tips Every Parent Needs
Welcome back to Root of Resilience with Wendy, your go-to school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her invaluable insights into understanding and supporting your child's behavior as the new school year begins. Discover why recognizing behavior as a form of communication is crucial and how emotional safety takes precedence over academic perfection. You'll also gain access to free resources like the Rooted and Regulated series and the Mom's Back-to-School Survival Tips guide, designed to equip you with powerful tools for a smoother school year. Join Wendy in breaking down these essential parenting strategies and...
2025-07-31
34 min
Rooted Resilience
Unlocking Back-to-School Success: 3 Tips Every Parent Needs
Welcome back to Root of Resilience with Wendy, your go-to school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her invaluable insights into understanding and supporting your child's behavior as the new school year begins. Discover why recognizing behavior as a form of communication is crucial and how emotional safety takes precedence over academic perfection. You'll also gain access to free resources like the Rooted and Regulated series and the Mom's Back-to-School Survival Tips guide, designed to equip you with powerful tools for a smoother school year. Join Wendy in breaking down these essential parenting strategies and...
2025-07-31
34 min
Rooted Resilience
Balancing Dreams and Family: A Working Mom's Journey
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy dives into the daily challenges of juggling work, family, and personal dreams. Explore the emotional journey of a working mom trying to find balance between corporate responsibilities and being present for her children. Wendy shares touching anecdotes, from her daughter’s plea for quality time to her own struggles with overcommitting and burnout. Discover how she is pioneering her wellness brand, Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness, while managing the hustle of corporate life. With humor and raw honesty, Wendy invites listeners to step back, breathe, and focus on what truly matters....
2025-07-17
32 min
Rooted Resilience
Balancing Dreams and Family: A Working Mom's Journey
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy dives into the daily challenges of juggling work, family, and personal dreams. Explore the emotional journey of a working mom trying to find balance between corporate responsibilities and being present for her children. Wendy shares touching anecdotes, from her daughter’s plea for quality time to her own struggles with overcommitting and burnout. Discover how she is pioneering her wellness brand, Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness, while managing the hustle of corporate life. With humor and raw honesty, Wendy invites listeners to step back, breathe, and focus on what truly matters....
2025-07-17
32 min
Rooted Resilience
From Chaos to Clarity: Wendy's Journey of Resilience
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy, a school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of life, marriage, and career. Discover how she navigated the challenges of separation, rediscovered her strength, and transformed her life and career with resilience. With raw and honest storytelling, Wendy opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and the path to rebuilding her marriage and career, offering listeners practical insights and hope. Tune in to explore the power of lived experiences and the importance of embracing life's chaos to find...
2025-07-08
29 min
Rooted Resilience
From Chaos to Clarity: Wendy's Journey of Resilience
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy, a school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of life, marriage, and career. Discover how she navigated the challenges of separation, rediscovered her strength, and transformed her life and career with resilience. With raw and honest storytelling, Wendy opens up about her struggles, triumphs, and the path to rebuilding her marriage and career, offering listeners practical insights and hope. Tune in to explore the power of lived experiences and the importance of embracing life's chaos to find...
2025-07-08
29 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Wellness Wednesday: 3 Soft Habits to Transform Your Day
Welcome to Wellness Wednesday with your host, Dope Melody. In this episode, discover three transformative habits that can uplift your mood and brighten your glow. Begin with romantic mornings, enriched with candlelight, soothing music, and mindful journaling. Embrace clarity with silent walks and empowering affirmations, followed by becoming your own hype woman through positive self-talk. These gentle practices promise strong days and a positive shift in your week. Join Dope Melody as she unveils these simple yet powerful strategies for a happier you. Don't miss out!
2025-07-02
05 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Melodic Monday: Embrace Your Soft Life: Romanticize Your Reality
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Melodic Mondays on Rerouting with Dope Melody. Join host Mel as she guides you through soulful reflections and mindset shifts to help you romanticize your reality. Discover the power of visualization, learn to embody your inner "main character," and transform everyday routines into magical experiences. Whether starting your day with intention or reflecting on personal growth, this episode encourages you to live as if your dream life is already happening. Ready for a mindset reset? Tune in and embrace the beauty and softness within you.
2025-06-30
07 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Flirty Fridays: Modern Flirting Unveiled: Conversations with Big Dante
Get ready for an exciting episode of Flirty Fridays with your host, Dope Melody, joined by her "big little brother," Big Dante, a fitness guru and radio personality. This episode dives into the nuances of flirting in 2025 as Dante shares his unique perspective on modern relationships, the challenges of understanding flirtatious cues, and how social media has reshaped the game of love and attraction. Join the engaging conversation that touches on Dante’s personal experiences, including misinterpreted signals at the gym, the influence of social media on flirting, and the fine line between being friendly and forward. Am...
2025-06-27
1h 26
Rooted Resilience
"Decoding Anxiety: Signals, Solutions, and Personal Stories"
Welcome to another episode of Root of Resilience, where host Wendy Golden delves into the personal and prevalent issue of anxiety. As anxiety affects numerous lives, Wendy explains that it is not a weakness, but a signal from our nervous system. In this episode, she explores the sources of anxiety, why it's appearing in younger individuals, and how to manage it without shame. Join Wendy as she shares her own experiences and practical tools to help others regulate their nervous systems. From understanding the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses to utilizing functional labs and learning grounding...
2025-06-24
27 min
Rooted Resilience
"Decoding Anxiety: Signals, Solutions, and Personal Stories"
Welcome to another episode of Root of Resilience, where host Wendy Golden delves into the personal and prevalent issue of anxiety. As anxiety affects numerous lives, Wendy explains that it is not a weakness, but a signal from our nervous system. In this episode, she explores the sources of anxiety, why it's appearing in younger individuals, and how to manage it without shame. Join Wendy as she shares her own experiences and practical tools to help others regulate their nervous systems. From understanding the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses to utilizing functional labs and learning grounding...
2025-06-24
27 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Flirty Fridays: ”Unleash Your Inner Flirt: Embrace the Fun!”
In this episode, discover the playful side of flirting and unleash your inner flirt without fear. We explore four distinct flirting styles: playful, physical, sincere, and subtle. Whether you're a giggler who enjoys light-hearted banter or someone who prefers deep eye contact and genuine connection, find out which style resonates with you. Gain confidence in your flirting skills and learn to overcome the fear of rejection. It's all about self-expression and having fun. Plus, hear a charming story of playful radio show flirting that turned into lasting friendship. Embrace your unique style and flirt with confidence. Remember, it's just a...
2025-06-21
09 min
Rooted Resilience
"Breaking the Cycle: Embrace Your True Self"
Join host Wendy Golden on "Rooted Resilience" for a transformative episode designed to ignite your summer reset. Discover the power of breaking free from exhausting patterns and reclaiming your life for good. Explore the common struggles of feeling drained despite a well-balanced lifestyle and learn why true healing begins with addressing your nervous system's conditioning. Wendy shares insights into overcoming fears that keep you stuck in toxic relationships, jobs, and friendships, encouraging you to set boundaries that foster genuine growth. Through her 7-day Rooted and Regulated series, Wendy offers actionable steps toward achieving resilience and self-trust. This episode is...
2025-06-16
19 min
Rooted Resilience
"Breaking the Cycle: Embrace Your True Self"
Join host Wendy Golden on "Rooted Resilience" for a transformative episode designed to ignite your summer reset. Discover the power of breaking free from exhausting patterns and reclaiming your life for good. Explore the common struggles of feeling drained despite a well-balanced lifestyle and learn why true healing begins with addressing your nervous system's conditioning. Wendy shares insights into overcoming fears that keep you stuck in toxic relationships, jobs, and friendships, encouraging you to set boundaries that foster genuine growth. Through her 7-day Rooted and Regulated series, Wendy offers actionable steps toward achieving resilience and self-trust. This episode is...
2025-06-16
19 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Flirty Fridays: Unlocking the Male Perspective: Dating Truths Revealed
In this engaging episode, we dive deep into the dynamics of modern dating from a male perspective. Our guest shares candid insights into the challenges men face when addressing women's guarded nature and the impact of past experiences on present relationships. Discover why balancing openness and self-protection is crucial and how failing to do so can create barriers in budding relationships. The conversation further explores the mistakes women make in their assumptions about men, particularly the generalization that all men are the same. The discussion shifts to the differences between love and survival in relationships, emphasizing the...
2025-06-13
41 min
Rooted Resilience
Manifestation Myths Busted: The Real Path to Achieving Your Dreams
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience podcast, where host Wendy Golden unpacks the true essence of manifestation beyond social media hype. This episode challenges popular notions, emphasizing that manifestation requires more than mere affirmations—it's about alignment with your nervous system and committed action. Discover why simply wishing for a better life isn't enough and how the Rooted and Regulated 7-Day Series can guide you in integrating nervous system regulation with your goals. Learn practical steps to not just dream your desired life but actively build it, ensuring your manifestations are deeply rooted in reality.
2025-06-11
19 min
Rooted Resilience
Manifestation Myths Busted: The Real Path to Achieving Your Dreams
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience podcast, where host Wendy Golden unpacks the true essence of manifestation beyond social media hype. This episode challenges popular notions, emphasizing that manifestation requires more than mere affirmations—it's about alignment with your nervous system and committed action. Discover why simply wishing for a better life isn't enough and how the Rooted and Regulated 7-Day Series can guide you in integrating nervous system regulation with your goals. Learn practical steps to not just dream your desired life but actively build it, ensuring your manifestations are deeply rooted in reality.
2025-06-11
19 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Flirty Fridays: It’s Friday Welcome to Unfiltered Love Talk with Dope Melody
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Flirty Fridays! Join your host, Dope Melody, also known as your soft life sister and love life truth-teller, as she takes you on a weekly journey into the world of love, dating, and healing. This isn’t just another podcast; it's an intimate setting where filters are off, and real conversations happen. Whether you're happily single, dating with intention, or navigating the aftermath of a situationship, Flirty Fridays is your sacred space. Expect honest discussions, juicy questions like "Why do we fall for those who can't love us back?", and playful ba...
2025-06-06
06 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
"6 Non-Negotiables for a Life Worthy of Living"
Welcome back to Rewriting with Dope Melody, where we blend soft living with bold choices. In this episode, we discuss six non-negotiables you should prioritize monthly to move beyond mere survival to truly living. From taking yourself out on a 'me date' to unplugging for a day and reflecting on your journey, these essentials aim to reignite your joy and enthusiasm for life. Whether it's exploring your city with fresh eyes, trying something new, planning mini-adventures, or celebrating your monthly milestones, this checklist offers a roadmap to reclaim your time and happiness. Tune in and transform your routine into...
2025-06-05
14 min
Rooted Resilience
Finding Purpose Amidst Life's Storms
Welcome to another episode of Rooted Resilience with Wendy Golden, where we explore the real and raw journey towards healing and self-discovery. In today's episode, Wendy dives deep into the often difficult but necessary process of finding one's purpose in the midst of life's greatest challenges. Whether it's experiencing a diagnosis, a breakdown, or a significant loss, Wendy emphasizes that true purpose isn't something to be chased or earned with titles and achievements but rather discovered by being present in the moment and listening to our innermost selves. This episode aligns with our Summer Reset...
2025-06-03
23 min
Rooted Resilience
Finding Purpose Amidst Life's Storms
Welcome to another episode of Rooted Resilience with Wendy Golden, where we explore the real and raw journey towards healing and self-discovery. In today's episode, Wendy dives deep into the often difficult but necessary process of finding one's purpose in the midst of life's greatest challenges. Whether it's experiencing a diagnosis, a breakdown, or a significant loss, Wendy emphasizes that true purpose isn't something to be chased or earned with titles and achievements but rather discovered by being present in the moment and listening to our innermost selves. This episode aligns with our Summer Reset...
2025-06-03
23 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
SHOUTOUT TO YOU GUYS!!!
Welcome to a special episode of "Rewriting with Dope Melody." Today, we pause to express deep gratitude for the incredible journey we've embarked on together. Over the past year, this podcast has reached listeners across the United States and overseas, creating unexpected yet cherished connections. Join us as we celebrate our listeners from Georgia to Japan, and everywhere in between. This episode is a heartfelt thank you, acknowledging the beautiful community we've built—one that thrives on connection, healing, and growth. Reflecting on a journey that started with just a microphone, today we are a gl...
2025-05-30
05 min
Rooted Resilience
Embracing Real Self-Care: Summer Reset for the Soul
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy Golden, where we delve into the raw truths of self-care beyond the clichés. In this episode, we kick off the Rooted Summer Reset series, exploring what genuine self-care looks like, especially for those battling burnout and managing autoimmune conditions. Wendy shares her personal journey of redefining self-care, moving away from superficial routines to embracing practices that promote real healing and connection with our inner selves. Discover the importance of nervous system repair, intentional stillness, and creating meaningful moments of rest amidst a busy life. This summer, e...
2025-05-28
28 min
Rooted Resilience
Embracing Real Self-Care: Summer Reset for the Soul
Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy Golden, where we delve into the raw truths of self-care beyond the clichés. In this episode, we kick off the Rooted Summer Reset series, exploring what genuine self-care looks like, especially for those battling burnout and managing autoimmune conditions. Wendy shares her personal journey of redefining self-care, moving away from superficial routines to embracing practices that promote real healing and connection with our inner selves. Discover the importance of nervous system repair, intentional stillness, and creating meaningful moments of rest amidst a busy life. This summer, e...
2025-05-28
28 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Love Me Out Loud: Embrace the Loud, Proud, and Delicious Love
Welcome to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody, where we explore the scenic routes to healing, love, and growth. In this episode, we dive into the concept of being loved out loud, a love that's loud, proud, and undeniable. Whether it's the tender love from your partner, the unconditional support from your best friend, or the self-love you give yourself, we discuss how to embrace and manifest this vibrant energy. Join us as we unravel the dynamics of love that memorizes coffee orders, straightens your bonnet, and makes you feel truly valued. Let's explore the different...
2025-05-27
04 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Hello Gorgeous: Embracing Softness: Your Secret Superpower
Welcome back to Rerouting with Dope Melody, where your host, Mel, embarks on a four-part journey of self-discovery and inner strength. In part four, Mel unveils the profound strength in softness, advocating for a gentle yet powerful approach to life. Unraveling the myth that strength means toughness, Mel beautifully articulates how softness is not a weakness but a strategic strength. She explores the concept of gentle resilience, where emotional intelligence and intentionality create a space for clarity and peace. Through affirmations and reflections, this episode invites you to embrace your feminine energy, uphold your boundaries...
2025-05-23
06 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Hello Gorgeous: Embracing the In-Between: Becoming Your True Self
Welcome to an enlightening episode where we delve into the transformative phase of self-discovery and personal growth. We explore the 'in-between' period - a crucial season of refinement where the old self is shed, and the new, empowered self begins to emerge. Join us as we embrace choosing peace over pressure, letting go of unfulfilling spaces, and allowing love and stability to flourish in our lives. This episode is a reminder that you are not behind; you are beautifully rerouting towards the person you've always dreamed of becoming. Listen in for empowering affirmations and insights...
2025-05-21
05 min
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Promises: A Heartfelt Journey of Parental Resilience
This episode of Root of Resilience delves into the challenging experiences of parenting, focusing on the heartbreak of a broken promise to a child. Host Wendy Golden shares a personal story of her seven-year-old daughter's encounter with a trusted individual's lie and how it led to tough but necessary parenting conversations. This episode highlights the importance of protecting children's mental health, establishing trust, and maintaining familial integrity, even when it means distancing from those who do not contribute positively to their well-being. Join the discussion on raising resilient children who understand the value of honesty, as well as the...
2025-05-20
24 min
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Promises: A Heartfelt Journey of Parental Resilience
This episode of Root of Resilience delves into the challenging experiences of parenting, focusing on the heartbreak of a broken promise to a child. Host Wendy Golden shares a personal story of her seven-year-old daughter's encounter with a trusted individual's lie and how it led to tough but necessary parenting conversations. This episode highlights the importance of protecting children's mental health, establishing trust, and maintaining familial integrity, even when it means distancing from those who do not contribute positively to their well-being. Join the discussion on raising resilient children who understand the value of honesty, as well as the...
2025-05-20
24 min
Rooted Resilience
Standing Strong in the Storm: Mental Health Real Talk
Welcome to this heartfelt episode of Root of Resilience, where your host, Wendy Golden, opens up about navigating life's most turbulent storms. This raw and vulnerable discussion dives into the reality of mental health when you're deep in the storm, beyond the clichés of self-care and spa days. Wendy shares her personal experiences with loss and upheaval, offering real tools to understand how our nervous system reacts to trauma and stress. Explore the survival strategies of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, while learning how to anchor yourself amidst chaos. You'll be reminded that reaching out for s...
2025-05-13
24 min
Rooted Resilience
Standing Strong in the Storm: Mental Health Real Talk
Welcome to this heartfelt episode of Root of Resilience, where your host, Wendy Golden, opens up about navigating life's most turbulent storms. This raw and vulnerable discussion dives into the reality of mental health when you're deep in the storm, beyond the clichés of self-care and spa days. Wendy shares her personal experiences with loss and upheaval, offering real tools to understand how our nervous system reacts to trauma and stress. Explore the survival strategies of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, while learning how to anchor yourself amidst chaos. You'll be reminded that reaching out for s...
2025-05-13
24 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Hello Gorgeous: Owning Your Journey: The Power of Soft Confidence"
Welcome back to another episode of Rewriting with Dope Melody, where every moment is a celebration of your uniqueness. Continuing our Hello, Gorgeous series, we delve into owning your path and releasing the detrimental habit of comparison. Recognize that you are the benchmark of beauty and grace; embrace this truth wholeheartedly. Explore the essence of soft confidence, a quiet power that thrives without showiness or external approval. Learn the practice of nurturing yourself, applauding others, and affirming that what's meant for you will effortlessly find its way. This episode is a call to awaken to...
2025-05-09
05 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Hello Gorgeous: Discovering Soft Discipline
Welcome back to "Rerouting with Dope Melody," where we embrace grace, realign with intention, and love ourselves boldly. In today's episode, "Hello Gorgeous: Part One," Mel guides us through the transformative power of soft discipline and inner clarity. It's about the small, significant shifts in language and perspective that help us recognize our worth and potential. Learn to build nurturing habits that promote growth without shame, as we explore the concept of being gentle yet accountable to ourselves. Embrace the notion of waking up to greet your reflection with love and affirmation, and the importance of resting...
2025-05-07
07 min
Rooted Resilience
Unmasking the Wellness Industry: A Journey to Affordable Healing
In this eye-opening episode of Root of Resilience, host Wendy Golden takes listeners on a personal journey of discovery and empowerment. She unravels the often hidden truths of the wellness industry, spotlighting her creation of an accessible $17 wellness guide amidst an industry rife with exorbitantly priced alternatives. Wendy shares her personal battles with health, the overwhelming misinformation, and the pivotal moment that spurred her to action. She presents a candid narrative about the pitfalls of high-ticket wellness solutions and the importance of realistic, affordable wellness practices that prioritize purpose over profit. This episode is a...
2025-05-06
47 min
Rooted Resilience
Unmasking the Wellness Industry: A Journey to Affordable Healing
In this eye-opening episode of Root of Resilience, host Wendy Golden takes listeners on a personal journey of discovery and empowerment. She unravels the often hidden truths of the wellness industry, spotlighting her creation of an accessible $17 wellness guide amidst an industry rife with exorbitantly priced alternatives. Wendy shares her personal battles with health, the overwhelming misinformation, and the pivotal moment that spurred her to action. She presents a candid narrative about the pitfalls of high-ticket wellness solutions and the importance of realistic, affordable wellness practices that prioritize purpose over profit. This episode is a...
2025-05-06
47 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Breaking Free from Overgiving: Embrace Your Worth
In this empowering episode of "Rerouting with Dope Melody," Mel dives into the all-too-common habit of overgiving and how it affects our sense of worth. She discusses the emotional roots of overgiving, often stemming from childhood conditioning and fear of abandonment, and offers insights on how to identify and overcome these patterns. Join Mel as she shares personal stories and practical tips for shifting from a cycle of depletion to one of abundance. Learn how to pause and consider your true desires before saying yes, and how to start accepting love, support, and gifts without guilt. Embrace...
2025-05-02
07 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Soft Girl Era: What it means to Glow Without the Grind and Reclaim Your Peace
In this episode of "Rerouting with Dope Melody," host Mel dives into the transformative "soft girl era" movement, which goes beyond aesthetic trends to challenge the pervasive hustle culture. Join us as Mel discusses the power of embracing ease, flow, and divine femininity in a world where burnout is often mistaken for success. Explore how living softly involves reclaiming your time, energy, and peace, choosing rest over routine, and leading with grace over grind. Mel shares personal anecdotes and practical tips on embodying this lifestyle, emphasizing that strength lies in finding balance and setting boundaries. ...
2025-04-29
10 min
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Free from Hyper-Independence: A Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy Golden explores the transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. Tired of carrying the invisible load of hyper-independence, Wendy shares her personal experiences and insights on breaking free from the bare minimum energy that weighs us down. She emphasizes the importance of setting new standards for oneself and refusing to settle for less. By sharing real-life examples, Wendy encourages listeners to recognize the value of their needs and the necessity of saying no to responsibilities that are not theirs to carry. Join Wendy as she delves into the...
2025-04-29
24 min
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Free from Hyper-Independence: A Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery
In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy Golden explores the transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. Tired of carrying the invisible load of hyper-independence, Wendy shares her personal experiences and insights on breaking free from the bare minimum energy that weighs us down. She emphasizes the importance of setting new standards for oneself and refusing to settle for less. By sharing real-life examples, Wendy encourages listeners to recognize the value of their needs and the necessity of saying no to responsibilities that are not theirs to carry. Join Wendy as she delves into the...
2025-04-29
24 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
A Day in the Life of First Grader Kai
In this heartwarming bonus episode of 'Rerouting with Dope Melody,' host Mel welcomes an incredibly special guest, her son Kai Phillips. Join them for a delightful conversation as Kai, a seven-year-old first grader, shares his love for recess and math, introduces his closest friends, and reveals his first school crush. Listen in as Kai talks about his excitement for an upcoming field trip to a strawberry patch and his admiration for his karate teacher, Coach Sam. Not forgetting the simple joys, Kai tells us about his favorite foods, pizza and tacos, and the special place they...
2025-04-23
03 min
Rooted Resilience
Parents, Kids & Sunscreen: A Journey with Wendy Golden
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden digs deep into the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes that resonate with humor and authenticity. Together with her sister, Wendy explores the importance of letting children face struggles to nurture growth and resilience. From sun exposure reminiscences to parenting challenges, this episode offers a heartfelt perspective on teaching kids self-confidence and problem-solving skills. Tune in for a mix of laughter, life lessons, and practical tips on empowering your children to navigate life's bumps with courage.
2025-04-22
54 min
Rooted Resilience
Parents, Kids & Sunscreen: A Journey with Wendy Golden
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden digs deep into the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes that resonate with humor and authenticity. Together with her sister, Wendy explores the importance of letting children face struggles to nurture growth and resilience. From sun exposure reminiscences to parenting challenges, this episode offers a heartfelt perspective on teaching kids self-confidence and problem-solving skills. Tune in for a mix of laughter, life lessons, and practical tips on empowering your children to navigate life's bumps with courage.
2025-04-22
54 min
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Chains: Reclaiming Identity and Peace Through Trauma
Welcome to another empowering episode of Root of Resilience with Wendy Golden. Today, we delve into the labyrinth of trauma, people-pleasing, and the arduous journey of healing with special guest Julia, Wendy's courageous half-sister. Discover the complexities of growing up in an emotionally disconnected home, navigating a toxic marriage, and the formidable task of rebuilding one's identity. As Julia reveals her past and the obstacles she overcame, prepare to be inspired by her resilience and determination to choose herself. Join Wendy and Julia as they explore the power of recognizing trauma responses as survival skills turned against...
2025-04-15
1h 09
Rooted Resilience
Breaking Chains: Reclaiming Identity and Peace Through Trauma
Welcome to another empowering episode of Root of Resilience with Wendy Golden. Today, we delve into the labyrinth of trauma, people-pleasing, and the arduous journey of healing with special guest Julia, Wendy's courageous half-sister. Discover the complexities of growing up in an emotionally disconnected home, navigating a toxic marriage, and the formidable task of rebuilding one's identity. As Julia reveals her past and the obstacles she overcame, prepare to be inspired by her resilience and determination to choose herself. Join Wendy and Julia as they explore the power of recognizing trauma responses as survival skills turned against...
2025-04-15
1h 09
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Embrace the Power of Delusion: Living Your Best Life Now
Welcome back to Rerouting with Dope Melody! In this episode, we're diving into the art of living your best life by choosing happiness, embracing a bit of healthy delusion, and manifesting joy. Discover how you can transform everyday moments into magical experiences by romanticizing your life and stepping into your main character energy. Learn the secret of successful individuals like Beyoncé and Oprah, who believed in their dreams before they made sense to anyone else. So, are you ready to live like your dream life is already happening? Join us for an inspiring journey that encourages you to walk w...
2025-04-14
06 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
A Year of Growth and Glow: Celebrating Milestones
Join the celebration as we mark the first anniversary of "Rewriting with Dope Melody"! In this milestone episode, reflect on the year of incredible achievements, resilience, and lessons learned. From launching the successful beauty brand, Melodic Lips, to traveling and embracing personal growth, discover the transformative journey experienced. Dive into stories of determination, overcoming challenges, and all the joyous moments of growth, glow-ups, and getting everything deserved. Raise a glass and embark on this journey of continuous empowerment and success. Cheers to what the future holds!
2025-04-11
12 min
Rooted Resilience
"Unpacking Conflict: Communication vs. Control"
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden explores the often misunderstood nature of conflict, emphasizing that it's typically rooted in miscommunication rather than malintent. Wendy explains how our nervous system responses interfere with healthy communication and shares insight into the "let them" trend on social media, highlighting its risks of promoting avoidance over genuine interaction. Discussing the importance of clear communication, Wendy outlines how assumptions, avoidance, and emotional reactivity can create rifts in relationships. She also cautions against unspoken expectations and explains the dangers of letting generational patterns dictate current behavior. Wendy offers practical strategies...
2025-04-08
42 min
Rooted Resilience
"Unpacking Conflict: Communication vs. Control"
In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden explores the often misunderstood nature of conflict, emphasizing that it's typically rooted in miscommunication rather than malintent. Wendy explains how our nervous system responses interfere with healthy communication and shares insight into the "let them" trend on social media, highlighting its risks of promoting avoidance over genuine interaction. Discussing the importance of clear communication, Wendy outlines how assumptions, avoidance, and emotional reactivity can create rifts in relationships. She also cautions against unspoken expectations and explains the dangers of letting generational patterns dictate current behavior. Wendy offers practical strategies...
2025-04-08
42 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
The Ultimate 2025 Glow-Up Guide: Unleash Your Inner 'It' Girl
Welcome to another empowering episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody, where we turn life's obstacles into opportunities for growth. In this episode, we dive into the concept of achieving a spectacular glow-up by 2025, focusing on enhancing your inner and outer beauty. Learn how to cultivate unmatched confidence and foster a positive mindset to become truly magnetic. We emphasize the importance of mental decluttering, emotional wellness, and surrounding yourself with supportive people. Also, discover the transformative power of hydration, sleep, and a nutritious diet. Whether it's taking a rejuvenating hot girl walk or incorporating strength training into your...
2025-03-31
09 min
Rooted Resilience
Embrace Your Journey to Holistic Health with Wendy Golden
Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'Rooted Resilience,' the podcast by Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness, hosted by the passionate and insightful Wendy Golden. Dive deep into holistic wellness as Wendy shares her journey from a conventional school psychologist to a holistic health advocate. She candidly discusses the importance of seeing health as a journey encompassing mind, body, and spirit, rather than a quick fix through medication alone. Explore the world of functional medicine as Wendy recounts her personal experiences battling an autoimmune disease, shedding light on the gaps in traditional approaches to health. Wendy passionately...
2025-03-26
20 min
Rooted Resilience
Embrace Your Journey to Holistic Health with Wendy Golden
Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'Rooted Resilience,' the podcast by Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness, hosted by the passionate and insightful Wendy Golden. Dive deep into holistic wellness as Wendy shares her journey from a conventional school psychologist to a holistic health advocate. She candidly discusses the importance of seeing health as a journey encompassing mind, body, and spirit, rather than a quick fix through medication alone. Explore the world of functional medicine as Wendy recounts her personal experiences battling an autoimmune disease, shedding light on the gaps in traditional approaches to health. Wendy passionately...
2025-03-26
20 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
"R&B: The Soundtrack of Love's Journey"
In this episode of "Rerouting with Dope Melody," we explore the compelling power of R&B music in shaping our perspectives on love. Through iconic tracks like Al Green's "Let's Stay Together," Mariah Carey's "We Belong Together," and Toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart," we delve into how these songs reflect love's raw and honest emotions, connecting with listeners at every stage of their relationship journey. We also celebrate the uplifting empowerment found in songs like "Good As Hell" by Lizzo, which reinforces self-love and confidence. As melodies resonate, they provide not only solace in heartbreak but also...
2025-01-22
05 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
"Growth and God: Embracing New Beginnings in 2025"
Welcome to the first episode of Rerouting with Don't Melody, where we kick off 2025 with a focus on growth and intention. Join Mel as she shares her journey of setting goals, deepening her relationship with God, and expanding her business, Melodic Lipsticks. Explore the importance of visualizing and achieving your personal and professional objectives, while finding joy and laughter along the way. Delve into the art of embracing life's transitions with faith, humor, and resilience as Mel recounts a hilarious encounter with an attractive police officer, illustrating the unpredictable yet beautiful paths life can take. Discover how...
2025-01-19
06 min
The Power In The Pause
The Power of Authentic Selling and The "Golden Silence"
If you're feeling lost or burned out... is doing more of the same truly the answer? Join our supportive community — The Cocoon! https://wendypaigesterling.com/cocoon-membership/ Do you know the 3 ways our ego shows up? In this episode, I'm joined by Jana Niksa, an international best-selling author, speaker, and the founder of High Ticket Clients On Repeat. She's also the creator of The Six Figure Blueprint, here to share her wisdom on the power of authentic selling and what she calls the Golden Silence. Success is a process...
2024-12-17
40 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Giving Yourself the Opportunity to Own Your Dream
Join Dope Melody in this empowering episode of "Rerouting with Dope Melody" as she shares her inspiring journey of owning her dreams. Despite not working in her field for years, Dope Melody reveals how her passion for media and television never wavered. Fast forward to 2023, she's living her dream as a paid radio host and influencer, showcasing the power of self-initiative and determination. This episode also highlights her entrepreneurial venture, Melodic Lipstick, demonstrating the strength it takes to create something from nothing and the importance of seizing the moment, without waiting for perfection. Balancing motherhood with ambition...
2024-12-10
06 min
Ideal Practice
Brie Chrisman | Are You the Visionary Your Business Needs? | IP 128
You’re reading this most likely because you’re the owner of a private practice (or you’re heading that way.)How do you think of yourself?An entrepreneur? A small business owner?Or a CEO?(Erm, Wendy … aren’t they the same thing?? 🤔)Well no - they’re not - and that’s what we’re going to dive into today.Brie Chrisman is the founder and CEO of Boss Co, an operations management agency helping mental health practice owners streamline operatio...
2024-11-05
1h 21
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Reignite Your Motivation: 3 Steps to Get Back on Track
In this episode, we tackle the all-too-familiar feeling of being stuck and unmotivated. Discover three effective strategies to snap out of that sluggish stage and refocus on your goals. Whether it's a daunting project or just making it through the week, we've got you covered! First, learn the power of starting small. Even tiny accomplishments can create momentum and inspire you to keep moving forward. Next, we'll explore how breaking tasks into manageable chunks and setting a timer can boost your productivity. Finally, reconnect with your "why" to reignite your passion and purpose. Join us...
2024-10-23
05 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Memories and Milestones: A Journey Back to Clark Atlanta Homecoming
In this special episode of "Rewriting with Dope Melody," we dive into the vibrant experience of Clark Atlanta University's homecoming. Join me as I recount the unforgettable moments that made this event a celebration of love, life, and growth. If you've ever attended an HBCU homecoming, you'll resonate with the electrifying energy and cherished memories it brings. From the thrill of the game to reconnecting with familiar faces, the episode captures the essence of school spirit and the joy of seeing old friends. Reflecting on our journey from college days to adulthood, we celebrate the bonds that...
2024-10-22
08 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Returning to Roots: A Clark Atlanta Homecoming Celebration
Hey, beautiful souls! Welcome back to "Rerouting with Dope Melody," where we celebrate life's reroutes, from new adventures to revisiting cherished memories. This week's episode is special as I return to my alma mater, Clark Atlanta University, for Homecoming. There's a unique magic on an HBCU campus, and Clark Atlanta's culture is truly unmatched. Join me as I share my excitement for the alumni parties, the big game, and the vibrant tailgating experience. It's all about reconnecting with old friends and embracing the unchanged vibe, love, and energy that makes HBCUs feel like home. I'll reflect on...
2024-10-15
05 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Stepping Outside the Comfort Zone: A Weekend of Camping and Growth
Welcome back to "Rerouting with Dope Melody," where we dive into the journey of embracing change and stepping out of our comfort zones. In this episode, Dope Melody shares her adventurous weekend camping trip with her son and a self-defense group. It's a tale of pitching tents, learning survival skills, and bonding under the stars. Not an outdoors enthusiast by nature, Dope Melody recounts her experience of tackling the cold nights and mastering essential survival techniques, such as wound care and self-defense. The trip was not just about acquiring new skills but also about forming connections, engaging...
2024-10-14
08 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Embracing Vulnerability: A Life-Changing Women's Retreat Experience
Hey, hey, beautiful people! Welcome back to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody, where we dive deep into self-love, growth, and rerouting life's unexpected paths. I'm Y'all's Mel, and today I'm going to share something deeply personal and transformative. I recently had the honor of attending a woman's retreat called the Pursuing Me Experience in the Washington DC area, where I'm originally from. Shout out to PG County, Maryland, and my dear friend Taye Pitts, our beautiful host. Let me tell you, this experience was nothing short of life-changing. The Pursuing Me Experience was...
2024-09-25
06 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Embracing Solitude: Preparing for Divine Connections Part 3
Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody. I'm your host Mel, and today we're diving into part three of our series on finding joy and healing alone. If you've been with me for the first two parts, you know we've talked about embracing solitude, building healing habits, and finding joy in our own company. But today, we want to take it a step further and explore how to continue this journey until God sends the right people into your life. Let's start by talking about the concept of divine timing. Sometimes...
2024-09-18
07 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Embracing Solitude: Part 2 Deepening Joy and Building Healing Habits
Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody. I'm your host Mel, and today we're diving into part two of our journey on finding joy and healing while being alone. If you missed part one, no worries, you can go back and catch that episode. For now, let's continue exploring how solitude can be your most powerful tool for growth, peace, and happiness. In our last episode, we talked about the importance of embracing solitude, giving yourself the grace to heal, and discovering joy in your own company. Today, we take it...
2024-09-11
07 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Monday Melodic Lipsticks Restocked: Celebrate Confidence and Self-Love
Beautiful People, welcome back to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody and I'm your host Mel. I really hope you guys are starting your week off on a positive note because I'm here to give you some energy and love to spread for the week ahead. Today we're celebrating something super exciting and near and dear to my heart. Melodic Lipsticks is officially restocked. Our lipsticks and glosses are back and I can't even begin to explain how grateful I am for the support and the love that you all have shown. From our bold reds...
2024-09-09
03 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Embracing Solitude: Healing and Finding Joy in Your Own Company
Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to another episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody, where we navigate life's twists and turns with a little love, a little compassion, and a lot of rerouting. I'm your host Mel, and today we're diving into something deeply personal yet incredibly empowering: healing and finding happiness in being alone. Now, before you think being alone is a bad thing, let me tell you, it's not. It's a journey, one that leads to self-discovery, healing, and ultimately, joy. Society often tells us that we need to be surrounded by people to be happy...
2024-09-04
06 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Relaunching Dreams: A Chat with Chondee Truitt
Hey, hey, hey, beautiful people! Welcome to another exciting episode of "Rerouting with Dope Melody." I'm your host, Mel, and today we have a very special guest who embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and creativity. Please join me in welcoming Mrs. ChondeeTruitt, the amazing entrepreneur and YouTuber. She's here to talk about the exciting relaunch of her YouTube channel, "Chat with Chondee." In this episode, Chondee shares what inspired her to relaunch her channel and what viewers can expect this time around. She reveals that "CHAT" stands for Culture, Health, Arts, and Travel, and discusses how...
2024-09-02
16 min
Rerouting with DopeMelody: The Bloom Edition
Stay Fresh and Fabulous: Quick Tips for Busy Days
Hey, hey, hey, beautiful people! It's your girl Mel, and you're tuning in to another fabulous episode of Rerouting with Dope Melody. Today's episode is going to be kind of quick. We're diving into how to stay current and girly when life's got you on the go. Because let's be real, sometimes life gets busy, but that doesn't mean we have to sacrifice looking put together and feeling fabulous. Picture this: you're running from one place to another—work, errands, the kids' activities, your side hustle, you name it. You barely have time to think, let alone ge...
2024-08-30
05 min
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose
186 💛 Liquid Gold for Your Golden Years: Udo Erasmus on Transforming Health After 50
In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is thrilled to present a conversation with Udo Erasmus, the acclaimed health pioneer and creator of Udo's Choice line of products. From his dramatic beginnings as a child of war to becoming a trailblazer in the health and wellness industry, Udo's life is a remarkable tale of transformation and commitment to well-being. Tune in as Udo shares his profound insights on the importance of essential fatty acids, the detrimental effects of processed oils, and his personal journey towards creating oils with health in m...
2024-04-11
1h 12
Pascal Cinematic Universe
EP4 | Kingsman: The Golden Circle
In episode 4, Wendy and Erica share their unhinged feelings on the 2017 movie Kingsman: The Golden Circle and Pedro Pascal's character Agent Whiskey.IT'S TIME FOR THE ONE & ONLY WHISKEY! 🥃 🤠 If you’re down to drink on a Tuesday, join us for this one. It's a doozy.Follow the PCU podcast on insta and threads for more Pedro Pascal feels. If you're curious, you can also check out our personal instas and other fun stuff at linktr.ee/pascalcinematicuniverse. We hope you enjoyed, besties. See you in two weeks for more giggles and good vibes! 🥰🫶 ...
2023-10-17
2h 02
Ondernemen met IMPACT
Aflevering 6 I Wendy Agyin - Over de kracht van divers ondernemerschap
Wendy Agyin groeide op in een ondernemersnest, haar ouders ondernemen al sinds 1996. Omdat ze allebei van Ghana afkomstig zijn, was dit traject allesbehalve evident. Zo leerde Wendy al vroeg dat ondernemen in België specifieke uitdagingen met zich meebrengt voor wie ze zelf diverse ondernemers noemt: vrouwelijke ondernemers met migratieroots, bijvoorbeeld. Deze ervaring zette haar aan om zelf te ondernemen. Met Gold Butter bracht ze haar eigen, organische hair care product op de markt. Daarmee richt ze zich specifiek op vrouwen met krullend haar, want voor hen is het aanbod in onze winkels ontoereikend of zelfs on...
2023-05-05
32 min
Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging Well
Jumping into the Great Unknown
The "Great Unknown" in this episode is the question, "what am I going to do now, after my career just ended?" Minette Norman had a 30 year career in the IT industry, for the past 20 years with the same company and the last 5 as a VP. Leadership changed, and as often happens when leadership changes, she was now an outsider of the new leadership group. The environment became very uncomfortable until she finally decided it was time to leave. Now what? Friends had ideas. She had the belief that she was not entreprenuerial, and after much...
2022-08-16
45 min
If These Walls Could Talk
Wendy Stuart & Tym Moss Interview Award Winning Composer and Musician Randy Edelman
If These Walls Could Talk with Wendy Stuart & Tym MossHosts: WENDY STUART & TYM MOSSSpecial guest: RANDY EDELMANWednesday, July 21stLIVE from PANGEA Restaurant, NYCWatch LIVE on YouTube at Wendy Stuart TV Randy Edelman is an American musician, producer, and composer for film and television. He began his career as a member of Broadway's pit orchestras, and later went on to produce solo albums for songs that were picked up by leading music performers including The Carpenters, Barry Manilow, and Dionne Warwick. He is known for his work in comedy...
2022-01-06
1h 04
If These Walls Could Talk
Wendy Stuart & Tym Moss Welcome The Golden Gays
If These Walls Could Talk with Wendy Stuart & Tym MossHosts: WENDY STUART & TYM MOSSSpecial guests: The Golden GaysWednesday, September 22ndLIVE from PANGEA Restaurant, NYCWatch LIVE on YouTube at Wendy Stuart TV The Golden Gays formed in 2017 and have been delighting crowds all over the U.S. ever since. Their loyal fanbase has only grown throughout the years, and they are honored to perform as these show-stopping women. We all know and love the fabulous Golden Girls: Blanche Devereaux, Dorothy Zbornak, Rose Nylund, and momma Sophia...
2022-01-06
1h 04
Art On The Air
Bulgarian-born, world-class, Concert Pianist Tania Stavreva and spotlight on the 62nd Chesterton Art Fair with Wendy Marciniak
This week (7/30 & 8/1) on ART ON THE AIR features a Bulgarian-born, world-class piano dynamo, who Made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2009 and returned in 2016 with her widely diverse repertoire, Tania Stavreva, including selections from her Rhythmic Movement album. Our Spotlight is with Wendy Marciniak about the 62nd Chesterton Art Fairrunning August 7th and 8th with over 60 artists plus music from the Billy Foster Trioand Duo Sequenza. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR...
2021-07-21
58 min
And The Oscar Does Not Go To
Golden Globes 2021
Wendy & Tiff breakdown the good, the bad and the AWKWARD from this years Golden Globes! They also make their Oscar nominee predictions!
2021-03-11
1h 10
Boomer Banter, Real Talk about Aging Well
Taoism, Aging and Caregiving
What does Taoism, Aging and Caregiving have to do with a former actress, author, motivational speaker, wife and mother? In my discussion with CJ Golden you will find out.CJ Golden, author of Tao-Girls Rule! and Tao of the Defiant Woman, is a motivational speaker who travels the country (pre-Covid) inspiring all with her unique “Tao and defiant” spirit. Bringing the ancient philosophy of the Tao to our modern-day culture, she helps women and girls travel an easier path through life as they find confidence, balance and boldness in a world of challenges.He...
2021-01-09
43 min
Art On The Air
Mosaic artist, Robin Brailsford and Chesterton Art Center's Wendy Marciniak
This New Year’s weekend on ART ON THE AIR (1/1 & 1/3) features a mosaic artist, Robin Brailsford, who creates large award-winning and complex public art projects for more than two decades, and is a pioneer in the field and co-inventor of LithoMosaic process for setting mosaics in monolithic concrete. Our Spotlight is with Chesterton Art Center president Wendy Marciniak updating about the current member show running through January 13th and upcoming classes at the center. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WV...
2021-01-01
58 min
Art On The Air
Chicago Actor John Boss, musical composer Dan Schaaf. and Wendy Marciniak of Chesterton Art Center
This week on ART ON THE AIR (6/26) Chicago actor John B Boss talks about his 40 year theater career and coping with Covid-19– next we speak with Dan Schaaf who talks about his original musicals and plans for the Sixth Annual Michigan CityVideo Fest. Our spotlight is with Wendy Marciniak Chesterton Art Center President about happenings there under Covid-19 protocols Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP...
2020-06-26
58 min
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni - “Being Unapologetically Yourself” with guest Roxy Wood, Drag Artist & Actress - ep 45
Ep 45 TRS - “Being Unapologetically Yourself" with guest Roxy Wood, Drag Artist & Actress What can we learn about Self-Acceptance & "Being Unapologetically Yourself" from the LGBTQ Community? Spoiler Alert: A helluva lot! Wendy and Jenni are privileged to sit down with drag artist, actress, and hostess of "Legendary Drag Queen Bingo" Roxy Wood for a conversation on all things trans, drag, and living as authentically yourself as you can possibly stand. TRS email: RelationshipShowLA@gmail.com © Jenni J.V. Wilson 2018 **WARNING - Note the “...
2018-08-27
1h 39
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni - "2018 Time For Change" - ep 38
Ep 38 TRS - “2018 Time For Change” https://www.timesupnow.com/ Eight days into 2018, the morning after the Golden Globes aired, Wendy and Jenni sat down to talk about the Time’s Up and #MeToo Movements, 2018 as a “Year of Change”, and what’s easy or hard about making those big or small changes that we all dream about in our daily life. Hop on board as they ride that tangent train through topics like: what it was like for Dr. Wendy to meet Mariah Carey, an Oprah Presidency, Aging Gracefully or Aging Tight, Me...
2018-01-15
1h 33
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni
The Relationship Show with Dr. Wendy & Miss Jenni - "The Wise Bamboo Bends: the Measure of Success with Al Schwartz" - ep. 29
Episode 29 - “The Wise Bamboo Bends: the Measure of Success with Al Schwartz” Dr. Wendy and Miss Jenni have a conversation about the meaning of success with TV director and producer, Sr Vice President of Dick Clark Productions, and Dr Wendy’s Dad, Al Schwartz. © Jenni J.V. Wilson 2017 TRS email: RelationshipShowLA@gmail.com web: www.DoctorWendyOConnor.com e: DrWendyOConnor@gmail.com fb: www.facebook.com/askdrwendy tw: @askDrWendy intsta: IamD...
2017-01-22
1h 54