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The Empowerment CoupleEmbrace the Year of the Snake: Transformative Energy and Empowerment Awaits in Season SixSend us a textCould the coming Year of the Snake in 2025 be the transformative energy shift we all need? Zuri and Mikey Star embark on a thrilling kickoff to Season Six of the Empowerment Couple podcast, promising a journey of empowerment, truth, and renewal. Since our beginnings in 2020, we've braved global challenges together, and now we're excited to share new offerings like solo and mini episodes as well as our regular programming. Mikey's "Expansion Keys" will be bonus episodes for aligning mind, body, and soul. Zuri will be providing intuitive download bonus episodes as well called "...2025-02-0210 min
Black Journalists on JournalismTracie Powell on investing in the future of journalismTracie Powell is the founder and CEO of The Pivot Fund, a venture philanthropy organization dedicated to investing $500 million into independent BIPOC-led community news.Earlier this month, Tracie’s organization invested $150,000 into the Baltimore Beat, a black-owned and woman-lead alternative newspaper. The investment comes after The Pivot Fund has already committed to providing $2 million to news organizations serving Black, Hispanic, and Asian American audiences in Georgia.In this episode of Black Journalists on Journalism, she talks with Zuri about how she came to be a professional journalist, her background covering media policy and legislative issues, an...2024-02-191h 11
Nonprofit Notes with Zuri GroupSalesforce + Zuri Platform ServicesDo you want to know how it works to spin up Salesforce for one Org, including gift processing and the rest of advancement? Join Zuri Group’s Chris Cannon and Ellen Rohwer Pappas as they talk tech with Cheryl Cerny, our new Vice President of Technical Solutions. Cheryl comes to us from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, an advancement shop that has iterated on Salesforce since 2014 as its central advancement solution. Cheryl is among very few professionals who have built a technology ecosystem with a comprehensive advancement solution that conjoins the whole institution, so listen in for tips and tricks on ma...2023-09-2635 min
Black Journalists on JournalismMichael Butler transitions seamlessly from music and tech to real estate reportingMichael Butler is a real estate reporter for the Miami Herald with a deep history as a freelance tech, music, and features writer. Michael tells us how his versatility helped him transition from tech writing to real estate reporting, how he went from freelance writing to a role at the Herald, and about his move from Philadelphia to Miami. Follow Michael on Twitter @mikeviimusic. Interested in being on the show? Email blackjournalists@zmcpodcasts.com. More about Donnell Suggs: Born and...2023-06-141h 20
Black Journalists on JournalismKhari Thompson on covering Boston sports, Deion Sanders, and moreKhari Thompson is a general assignment sports reporter for Boston.com — the same job Zuri once held for four and a half years. We talk about his experience covering the Patriots and Celtics, his run-ins with Deion Sanders, James Wiseman, and Penny Hardaway, and get his advice for aspiring sports journalists.Follow Khari on Twitter @_KhariThompson.Interested in being on the show? Email blackjournalists@zmcpodcasts.com.More about Donnell Suggs: Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Donnell Suggs is the Editor in Chief of The Atlanta Voice, the city's longest-running Black-owned newspaper. A...2023-05-3141 min
Black Journalists on JournalismVashti Hurt went from private banking to launching a sports media startupFollow your passion! Vashti Hurt never wanted to be a banker. She wanted to cover sports. Now, she is the founder and editor-in-chief of Carolina Blitz, a sports media site based in Charlotte, North Carolina, that covers the Panthers and college basketball.So how did she go from banking to sports media? We discuss her career transition, how she has set Carolina Blitz apart from mainstream media, and what expansion might look like.Follow Vashti on Twitter @mzcarolinablitz.Interested in being on the show? Email blackjournalists@zmcpodcasts.com.More about Donnell...2023-05-2452 minThe Empowerment CoupleKeeping It 100! 100 Empowerment EpisodesSend us a textPicture the pair of podcasters that we are as runners in a rather long marathon. If each show was represented as a mile, today’s episode would equate to finishing a 100-mile race. That’s right, Keeping it 100 is The EmPOWERment Couple’s 100th episode. As we giggle across the finish line, battered and bruised by the events of 2020 through 2022, we raise our hands in triumph. Not because we crossed the finish line, but because we finally arrived at the start line. Queue 2023 and copious amounts of love that we plan on dishing out.2022-12-0835 minThe Empowerment CouplePresence Over Perfection, Part 1Send us a textIn a perfect world, we would all be perfect. However, we live in an imperfect world and we are all simply a work in progress. But how can we move forward in an age where we are pushed toward perfectionism? The EmPOWERment Couple believes that the answer is simple…be perfect in your standards and strive for a better future, but be present in the now. Much like an ax, perfectionism can be used as a tool, or as a weapon. When used as a weapon, our desire to be perfect can...2022-10-281h 07The Empowerment CoupleSuffering Is For SuckersSend us a textAs far as mottos go, “Suffering is for Suckers,” is pretty bossy! We all know that life is packed full of grief, heartbreak and pain, so suffering seems like it is simply part of the experience. You're right! It IS just part of this game on Earth.The EmPOWERment Couple has shown up to provide a proper explanation of why suffering is for suckers. You are the architect of your life, and with your words you can build yourself a grand castle, or an inescapable prison. In this suffer free...2022-10-2144 minThe Empowerment CoupleCalling In CourageSend us a textThere is nothing like a superhero in a time of need! Sometimes we need to call upon someone to save the day. Well, there is a superhero in us all and when we are in a time of need, this inner superhero will show up to save the day, cape and all. This inner-superhero is also known as courage. The EmPOWERment Couple has had their fair share of times of need and has courage programmed on speed dial. So, when you are down, up against the ropes, staring in the eyes of the...2022-09-2354 minThe Empowerment CoupleBonus Episode: Calling In Courage Guided MeditationSend us a textWhen we think of courage, we often mate it with fear. Why not, in order to overcome fear, we must use courage right? The answer to that question is a resounding yes, however, we can call upon courage when we are not fearful. When we need to accomplish a task, deal with a situation, or overcome a mental, physical or emotional block, we often find ourselves summoning the energy to do so. This energy to move forward is also called drive, motivation and courage. Drive, motivation and courage stems from our 3r...2022-09-2313 minThe Empowerment CoupleBreakdown To BreakthroughSend us a textWe see it in Hollywood every day…the tragic moment when someone has a breakdown. Although interesting to watch, experiencing a breakdown is nothing to take lightly. As painful as it is to fall apart, the experience has its benefits. The EmPOWERment Couple follows the wisdom in the old saying, “you can’t make an omelet without breaking an egg!” We like to view a tragic breakdown as simply a portal to a terrific breakthrough.In this tragically terrific episode:We talk about the benefits of a breakdownWe discuss how to turn...2022-09-1652 minThe Empowerment CoupleShadow Work: Not Easy But NecessarySend us a textIn the deepest, darkest corners of your soul, there exists a creature so hideous, so venomous, so villainous, that we do our absolute best to keep it under constant lock and key. This creature has been called many names over the eons, yet we have come to know it as, “The Shadow Self.” Coined by the famed psychologist Carl Jung, the Shadow Self is a suppository for our fears, our shame, and all forms of self hate. The EmPOWERment Couple’s purpose of serving love, has led them deep into the shadow to unlock...2022-09-0956 minThe Empowerment CoupleEnergy Vampires SuckSend us a textThere is nothing in life that sucks more than an energy vampire. We are talking about those parasitic people whose sole purpose in life is to steal your time, your energy and your soul. It may sound like we are reading the tag-line for a scary movie, but The EmPOWERment Couple is speaking from experience when we say, protect your energy at all times. Whether it’s a parasitic friend, a sycophant boss, or a soul sucking addiction, they are out there, and they want every bit of your light… until it goes out...2022-09-0252 minThe Empowerment CoupleBecoming a MagnetSend us a textIn life, you are either attracting something, or repelling something. Be it a car, a job, a relationship or health, you are in a constant state of bringing something to you, or pushing it away. The term that summarizes this fact best is called magnetism. The EmPOWERment Couple will go so far as to say that we are all magnets, and those of us who understand this fact, have a unique ability to get what they want. The moment that you adopt the fact that you are in control of what you experience...2022-08-2647 minThe Empowerment CoupleSelf Healing MedicineSend us a textWe are all born with a powerful ability. We are not talking about a psychic ability, or the ability to fly like a superhero. Yes, those abilities would be nice, however this powerful ability tops them all. We are all born with the ability to self heal. The EmPOWERment Couple is here to testify that there is nothing more empowering than using your power to heal your mind, body and spirit. Talk about a powerful ability!In today’s self healing episode we answer the questions:What is Self-Healing?Can You...2022-08-1952 minThe Empowerment CouplePain Medicine: Turning Pain Into EmpowermentSend us a textIn this pill-popping, pain-reducing world we live in today, The EmPOWERment Couple follows the wise words of Rumi, “The cure for pain is in the pain.” Although modern medicine has done wonders for our minds and bodies, not all remedies require medication. As painful as it may sound, pain has plenty of positive attributes. To live a pain-free life would be to live a life of stagnation. Motivation is what moves us out of stagnation and there is no better motivation than pain.In this painfully empowering episode we:Talk abou...2022-08-1247 minThe Empowerment CoupleHow To End a Fight with Healthy Conflict ResolutionSend us a textBelieve it or not, fighting is healthy in a relationship. A good fight allows couples to break negative patterns and share emotional breakthroughs which can lead to exponential spiritual, emotional, and financial growth. The EmPOWERment Couple is here to remind you that this only applies to good fights. A bad fight can break your relationship and break your heart which can lead to exponential suffering. No worries, we got your back with a little Conflict Resolution 101. Today we will cover the following:Cover why conflicts happenExplain some of the benefits o...2022-08-0553 minThe Empowerment CoupleInspired Actions over Tired ActionsSend us a textImagine if you will, waking up in the morning to a pair of light switches. One switch allows you to grind, power-through and muscle your way through the day’s problems. The other switch quickly removes the day’s problems and replaces them with opportunities to become the highest version of yourself. The EmPOWERment Couple, much like most people, would make it a habit to flip the second switch and bask in everlasting happiness. This second switch is what we refer to as inspiration and it is called, The Law of Inspired Action. ...2022-07-2949 minThe Empowerment CoupleBonus Episode: Inspired Action Assessment! Are you Trapped in or Tapped into Inspiration?Send us a textIn this simple assessment tool, The EmPOWERment Couple reminds you that you have a choice between a heart-centered life, or an ego-centered life. By making space in your day to assess whether you are acting out of desperation or inspiration, you can habitually train yourself to operate from your heart. Once you enter a heart-centered state, your actions become aligned with your desired outcomes. You switch from doing to being and become a creator versus a reactor. You will need:A journal or a pen and paper8 minutes of alone t...2022-07-2908 minThe Empowerment CoupleStuck Antlers: How To Stop Power Struggling with Your PartnerSend us a textPicture this; a pair of powerful bucks stuck in a struggle for supremacy…antlers locked together, pushing, pulling and fighting for the rights to a Doe who is in heat. This bit of wildlife isn’t so wild in that couples get stuck in power struggles all the time. Mind you, most aren’t fighting over a doe, but power struggling over who makes the dough, and who is spending the dough are quite common. Rest assured, power struggling is but one stage in the 5 stages of a relationship, and The EmPOWERment Couple is goi...2022-07-2252 minThe Empowerment CoupleTending to Your Spiritual HygieneSend us a textWhen was the last time you took a spiritual shower, or had a nice long soul bath? You know, for when your higher self is as dirty as your lower self? We talked about the importance of cleaning a dirty mind a few episodes ago, the here and now, The EmPOWERment Couple requests that you take time to tidy up your dirty spiritual body. That’s right your higher self, your soul, your spirit, or whatever it is you call it, can get dirty too. Grab a loofa and some bath salts because yo...2022-07-1545 minThe Empowerment CoupleBonus Episode: The Spiritual Cleansing Breath TechniqueSend us a textThe Spiritual Cleansing Breath Technique is designed to prompt your mind, body and soul to return to a state of equilibrium and allow you to expand beyond any and all self-imposed limitations. This quick and potent technique can be done in less than 2 minutes and when used properly it can zero out negative energies in the body and transmute them into positive energy. This newfound positive energy can be used immediately by the mind, body and soul to accomplish the most difficult of tasks. This Spiritual Cleansing Breath Technique includes:33 b...2022-07-1507 minThe Empowerment CoupleRepair or RepeatSend us a textWhat we do not repair, we shall at some point repeat. Following our Are You A Cycle Breaker episode, we felt the need to dig a bit deeper on just how essential, (and easy) it is to take full control of your time on this planet. The EmPOWERment Couple’s motto, “Suffering is For Suckers,” suggests that suffering is a choice. We can end suffering when we actively decide to repair a cycle, or break a cycle that no longer functions for us. Are you where you want to be, or are you back at...2022-07-0842 minThe Empowerment CoupleBeing a Cycle BreakerSend us a textOur lives are forever bound and governed by cycles. Be it natural cycles seen, such as the four seasons, moon cycles, tide cycles, and the cycle of life and death, or the cycles of human thought and actions. Where we are unable to control the natural cycles, it is with our thoughts and actions that we can make, or break the cycles we create. Be it generational, financial, emotional, or a much deeper cycle, The EmPOWERment Couple will empower you to be a cycle breaker. A cycle breaker has the ability to transcend...2022-07-0151 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe Secret SauceSend us a textCelebrity chefs know of it. Professional athletes, CEOs, Industry Icons and famous artists live by it. But what is it, and how can it bridge the gap between here and happiness. It’s the “secret sauce,” that The EmPOWERment Couple speaks of and despite what you might believe, you too can create the secret sauce. You have all the ingredients to make your own secret sauce, what you’re missing is the recipe. After mixing up some proprietary ingredients we’ll serve youWhy we decide to be unhappyHow to create a bet...2022-06-2449 minThe Empowerment CoupleDeliberate Decisions Over Desperate DecisionsSend us a textDecisions, decisions, decisions! We decide our way through each and every day. Some of those decisions are small, while others will change your life in an instant. With this said, your power rests upon whether your decisions are made deliberately, or in desperation. The EmPOWERment Couple has made an executive decision to serve you some delicious deliberate decision making love. In this choicest of episodes, we have decided to:Discuss the importance of a deliberate decisionShow how to recognize a desperate decisionShow how to make deliberate decisionsShare some decision making f...2022-06-161h 00The Empowerment CoupleMastering Mental HygieneSend us a textIt is often said that dirty minds think alike. Well, to follow the adage to its completion, dirty minds also manifest alike. While dirty thoughts are delightful, The EmPOWERment Couple are referring to are the self limiting beliefs, self-loathing practices and negative views that we impose upon ourselves. These thoughts must be scrubbed clean as often as you shower, so that your experience on this planet is packed with good clean health and happiness. It is time to become a mental hygienist. In this septic free episode we will:Define H...2022-06-1041 minThe Empowerment CoupleFrom Gaslit to EmpowermentSend us a textThere is no greater HATER than one who makes you HATE yourself. This type of super-hater will wrap you up in a blanket of lies, manipulation, blame and shame, then call it love until you can’t distinguish self-love from self-loath. But never fear, The EmPOWERment Couple is here! We have an antidote for those Gaslamping fools who’s sole intent is to dampen your light.In this enlightening episode:We will define the term GaslightingShare how gaslighting works within relationshipsHelp you identify someone who is using this abusive behavior Help y...2022-06-0243 minThe Empowerment CoupleTear Medicine: Cry Me a RiverSend us a textTo quote the late great William Shakespeare, “If you have tears, prepare to shed them now.” In the context of this weep-worthy episode, The EmPOWERment Couple isn’t threatening you with tears…we are treating you to tears. That’s right, letting those tears flow has some powerful medicinal effects on the mind and body. Lock the doors, grab a box of tissues and post up on the couch, cuz we about to cue the waterworks. In this tearstained episode we are going to coverThe power of crying it outWhat tear...2022-05-2747 minThe Empowerment CoupleServing Leftovers: The Outtakes ShowSend us a textIt’s high time for a smorgasbord of heart-healthy hijinks, free medicine madness and innuendos of the sexiest kind. That’s right, in order to serve you a well rounded plate of love, we must not forget the cherry on top. The EmPOWERment Couple has cooked up hearty helping of laughter to enjoy as Spring warms up our senses. And there is no better way to do so than with The EmPOWERment Couple’s show bloopers, comedy highlights and random bits of super deep spiritual jackassery.In this throw-back episode we will m...2022-05-2048 minThe Empowerment CoupleDonating Over DumpingSend us a textTo Donate or Dump, that is the question. Is it better to open up that magical trash can, (you know, the one that makes your trash not your problem,) or to create a donation box? The EmPOWERment Couple practices “reduce, reuse, and recycle” not only to save money, but also to serve love. What is good for the planet is good for us all, so if you love you, you had better be loving everyone else too. In this reusable episode we recycle information such as:Drop some knowledge about your...2022-05-1347 minThe Empowerment CoupleHigh Vibrational FoodsSend us a text“When everyone is powerful, no one is powerful.” Despite the fact that it sounds like we are paraphrasing from some superhero movie, this statement is 100% accurate. The problem that we are all up against, is that, ``we are what we eat.” Unfortunately a large bulk of the global population habitually consumes low vibrational food. Well the EmPOWERment Couple is here to squash the nonsense and raise the culinary vibrational bar with…squash! We are talking about the vegetable and not the game and yes, squash can help you operate at your full potential.In...2022-05-0646 minThe Empowerment CoupleStop Suffering From Seasonal AllergiesSend us a textAhhh…chooo, or anew? Which is your definition of Spring? For the allergy sufferers, Spring is the season of sneezing. Oh, but there are many ways to stifle the sniffle and The EmPOWERment Couple has assembled a beautiful bouquet of both ancient and cutting edge remedies just for you. Not only can you trim down those seasonal irritations, but also weed out the equally nasty indoor toxins that tax your immune system year round. In today’s blossoming episode we’re going to:Get a clear understanding of allergensTalk about allergy...2022-04-2943 minThe Empowerment CouplePodcasting During A PandemicSend us a textWe’ve been told that the best time to buy an umbrella is before it rains. A heavy rain certainly wasn’t the thought when we decided to lanch The EmPOWERment Couple Podcast during the beginning of a pandemic, but in retrospect, maybe it was..? We’ve talked about knowing when and where you need to make a change in your life, and sometimes you need more than wise words to do so. Sometimes, what you need most, is some good old fashioned momentum. In this against all odds episode, we will...2022-04-1446 minThe Empowerment CoupleChoosing Birthday Bliss Over BluesSend us a textDo you celebrate your birthday with bliss or blues? Did you get a beautiful cake when you were expecting pie? The EmPOWERment Couple suggests that you turn your expectation into appreciation and watch your whole life change for the better. It's Zuri's birthday today, what better day to discuss how expectations can “ex-out” your celebration.In this birthday bash episode we joyfully:Celebrate Zuri with some hilarious birthday hijinks Discuss how expectations can crash the partyTalk about how to manage expectationsReveal the secret sauce to ex-out expectationsYou can choos...2022-04-0744 minThe Empowerment CoupleBoundaries Over BurnoutSend us a textWe all have at least one person in our lives that requires a well-fortified boundary or two. Without a proper boundary, you are bound to burn out. Oh, if only setting a boundary was easy. Lucky for you, this episode is an easy button. Why burn out when you can simply upgrade your boundary business?Show blogManifest everything you want in your life, using our HoldTheVibe.com course! Get 10% off any Intellipure device using this link & code: Zu...2022-03-3154 minThe Empowerment CoupleGood Grief: A Year Of FirstsSend us a text“He who has no time to mourn, has no time to mend.” John Donne. Oh how John’s words have rung true during the 20’s. A shout out to all who have lost family members, friends, jobs, pets, good health, houses and any and all material objects that took a long time to procure…we hope you are grieving well. The EmPOWERment Couple has taken our losses and turned them into lessons. Our 3 part episode is dedicated to you and your beautiful heart, for there is no love, without loss. This particular episode is dedicat...2022-03-2442 minThe Empowerment CoupleGrind, Polish, ShineSend us a textJust for perspective, your diamond ring, quartz decor, and the micro-crystals that allow your cell phone to work, were once just a rock buried in the dirt. The EmPOWERment Couple is bringing up this bit of randomness to remind you that you are much like a diamond, who after some grinding and polishing, have the ability to shine just as bright. Our grinding and polishing agents however are often overlooked and in most cases, are labeled as haters, bullies, and just about everyone who isn’t just like you. It’s time we cele...2022-03-1744 minThe Empowerment CoupleVacationing Over VacatingSend us a textThere are some who believe that taking time off is a sign of weakness…to those I say, “To be balanced in life is the sign of ultimate strength.” The EmPOWERment Couple is back again for Season 3 after a much needed break. As with the bulk majority of our fellow planet Earthers, the sh!t was getting real for us. When presented with the choice of vacating our post of serving love, or taking a vacation allowing us to cultivate more love to serve, we chose the latter. And so, as a show of lov...2022-03-1048 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe EmPOWERment Couple Podcast TrailerSend us a textWe go live every Thursday! If you're new to us, join us on social and say hi! InstagramFacebookTwitterTikTokManifest everything you want in your life, using our HoldTheVibe.com course! Get 10% off any Intellipure device using this link & code: ZuriGet 15% off any Branch Basics Starter Kit using this link & code: ZuriGet 25% Off + Free 30-Day Trial at THRIVE MARKET with this link2022-02-2210 min
Nonprofit Notes with Zuri GroupThe CRM Lifecycle Part 3: Implementation and User Stories feat. Zuri Group's Management Consulting TeamSo you’ve performed a system selection, prepared your team, and are ready to move to implementation. Now what? In part three of our series on the CRM lifecycle, Zuri Group’s Management Consulting team discusses the major considerations as you move through your implementation. Listen in to learn about the importance of asking the right questions, the value of user stories, and how to navigate (or completely avoid) the common technical and functional obstacles that may surface. 2021-09-3038 minNonprofit Notes with Zuri GroupThe CRM Lifecycle Part 4: Stabilizing and Optimizing Post-Implementation feat. Zuri Group's Management Consulting TeamIn the final episode of our four-part CRM lifecycle series, Zuri Group’s Management Consulting team dives into the topic of post-implementation and how to leverage your new system. Tune in as our experts discuss the importance of developing good business practices, building organizational self-sufficiency, managing expectations while learning a new system, and share their final thoughts on how to make sure that your implementation is successful after go-live. 2021-09-3029 minNonprofit Notes with Zuri GroupThe CRM Lifecycle Part 1: System Selections feat. Zuri Group's Management Consulting TeamWhat does preparation for a system selection look like? How do you assess appetite for change, define success metrics, and outline a coherent vision? In this episode of Nonprofit Notes, Zuri Group’s Management Consulting team does a deep dive into the first step of the CRM lifecycle: the selection process. Listen in as they discuss the major considerations of system selection, the critical steps leading up to it, and the opportunity (and challenges) this poses to the way an organization does business.2021-09-1727 minThe Empowerment CoupleWe Are Game For ForeplaySend us a textLet it be known...Sex is not a one-act play! Despite what you heard, sex isn’t even the main event. As the anticipation of death can be worse than death itself, the prolonged anticipation of sex will set the stage for a mind-blowing final act...the almighty organism. The EmPOWERment Couple has pulled back the curtain on the secret to amazing sex and discovered that mastering sex begins in the mastery of foreplay. Ask yourself two questions: How would you rate your foreplay game? How would your partner rate your foreplay game?...2021-05-2858 minThe Empowerment CoupleFantastic FasciaSend us a textWait a minute...did we just get a brand new system in the body? Nope, we have a digestive system, a circulatory, skeletal and reproductive system. But you might be asking, "what is a fascia system and why is it fantastic?" The EmPOWERment Couple is here to answer this often asked question. So no, we didn’t get a new system, we are however just now getting to know this fantastic system that we have had all along. And once you know what it is, and what it does, you can optimize your fa...2021-05-2142 minThe Empowerment CoupleSuper Sexy SuperfoodsSend us a textToday we are going to tantalize your taste buds and talk about delicious super sexy superfoods so grab a snack and let’s get into this show. May we recommend you pick an organic superfood to snack on while listening?If you’re not sure what superfoods are, and why we called this show super sexy superfoods, don’t worry we are going to blow your mind with superfood facts and why you should incorporate them into your diet. Today we will cover: What superfoods are.Why you should i...2021-05-071h 01The Empowerment CoupleDemolishing Disempowering BeliefsSend us a textThere is no greater influence upon the trajectory of your life than the power of your beliefs. What you believe is what you receive. The EmPOWERment Couple has strapped on our construction hats and laid out the dynamite, cuz we are going to demolish those disempowering beliefs! It’s time to say bye-bye to the bad beliefs that have been keeping you from reaching your true potential, your true happiness, and your most beautiful life.In this deconstructive episode, we will survey:What are disempowering beliefsReveal the 5 core disempowering beliefsDiscuss jus...2021-04-2950 minThe Empowerment CoupleEarth Day Every DaySend us a textDespite our many differences, every living creature on this planet has one thing in common...we are all children of Earth. She has birthed us, fed us, clothed us, and when it is our time to go, takes us back into her loving embrace. But until that time comes, The EmPOWERment Couple is here to say, make sure you give loving thanks. Be grateful for all that she is and all that she has done to host all that we are, and all that we do. Although this episode is in celebration of...2021-04-2356 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe CBD Key To HealthSend us a textOur bodies have an intimate link with Mother Nature, and it is when you stray too far from her that dis-ease easily finds you. Of the many medicines that the natural world offers us to stay balanced, few are as powerful as cannabidiol, AKA: CBD. This is a BIG shout-out to one of The EmPOWERment Couple’s medicinal mainstays as we strive to live our most beautiful life! For thousands of years, the almighty, all-powerful, renewable, versatile, and non-toxic CBD, has patiently waited to be of assistance. Let us allow CBD to help us...2021-04-1641 minThe Empowerment CoupleBeating the Anxiety BeastSend us a textImagine if you will, a beast so gross, so deadly, that by simply thinking of it, it has the ability to consume you in one bold bite. Unfortunately, such a beast exists and its name is Anxiety. Have no fear, The EmPOWERment Couple has been fighting this beast long enough to discover its weakness. If you have fallen victim to anxiety, then this is the episode you should not miss. The time to smite this monster once and for all is upon you. Are you finally ready to be anxiety-free? In t...2021-04-091h 06The Empowerment CoupleIt's Our AnniversarySend us a textSpring is the perfect time to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Whether you are planting a garden, creating an empowering habit, or setting off on a life-changing journey, tap into the power of reflection. By taking a loving look at where you have been, you can harvest the encouragement you need, to get to where you want to go. In celebration of our 1 year anniversary, The EmPOWERment Couple has reheated a tasty dish of the love and laughter we feasted on in season 1.In this celebratory episode...2021-04-0253 minThe Empowerment CouplePositive Perspectives Are EverythingSend us a textIs your cup half empty or half full? Regardless of your perspective, there is always more than one to be had. So, it comes down to a choice, and The EmPOWERment Couple has positioned themselves at the fork in the road. With our love banners held high we are here to remind you to find the best possible perspective, so that you may travel the path with the best possible view. Your cup is both half empty and half full as long as you are grateful that you have water to drink. Let’s...2021-03-2544 minThe Empowerment CoupleAlleviate Stress With AdaptogensSend us a text“Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change,” says the great Stephan Hawking, We live in an ever-changing, hyper-stressful world, therefore we must tap into the intelligence of adaptogens if our health, happiness, and longevity are of any interest. The EmPOWERment Couple has harvested some medicinal grade info regarding the alchemical capacities that adaptogens possess on safeguarding the body from the deadly effects of stress. Mother Nature has gifted us her roots, leaves, and fruit, so that we may continue to power on without burning out. In this stress releasing episode, we wi...2021-03-1946 minThe Empowerment CoupleSound Medicine: Tuning Into HealthSend us a textThere is no better sound than the song of a healthy body. When all of our precious organs are happy, they resonate with their own unique vibration. And when they sing in concert, the whole body allows health, wealth, wisdom, and love to reign supreme. Sounds nice huh? The EmPOWERment Couple is at it again, this time we are tapping into the healing power of sound. From crystal bowls and shamanic chants to delicious music and the sound of a happy voice, our bodies react to sound on a cellular level. It’s ti...2021-03-1258 minThe Empowerment CoupleGood Grief (Part 2)Send us a textThe medicinal effects of properly grieving expand the mind, heal the body and connect the soul to source energy. You don’t even have to believe in any spiritual concepts designed for developing your most beautiful life, to experience the benefits of properly grieving. In honor of someone whom we had recently surrendered to death, The EmPOWERment Couple is showing up and serving love. We are here to say that grieving can also include explosive laughter, renewed relationships, delicious hugs, and even some wild and crazy...dancing. We discuss in this lif...2021-03-041h 01The Empowerment CoupleMagic Mirror Guided MeditationSend us a textAh, never underestimate the magic of a mirror. They always show you exactly who you are. However, when used in a guided meditation, the mirror becomes a portal into alternate versions of who you are destined to be. Take a moment out of your busy day and allow The EmPOWERment Couple to introduce you to the new you, the soon-to-be you, the most beautiful version of you. In this peaceful guided meditation, you will,Silence the ego with the power of your breathLink the mind with the heart to experience t...2021-02-2622 minThe Empowerment CoupleGood Grief (Part 1)Send us a textIf you have lived, you have lost. Lost, are the people we loved, the life we loved, and things we loved. When we experience loss, we must grieve. There is a pathway through grief, and The EmPOWERment Couple has pulled together a two-part episode to grant this necessary experience its proper exploration. On the heels of experiencing our own heartbreaking loss, The EmPOWERment Couple must feel the pain and serve the love.In this tissue soaked episode we will discuss:Why grieving is necessary2021-02-1954 minThe Empowerment CoupleI Heart Me: The Art of Loving Yourself (Part 2)Send us a textHave we made you a glutton for self-love? There is no way we could cover the topic of self-love in just one episode. Oh no, you are much too lovely for that! So, The EmPOWERment Couple is dishing up a second helping of self-love. It’s time to fatten you up with the thickest, juiciest, and most delicious helping of self-love. It isn’t enough to learn what self-love is. Love is all about application. So, now is the time to look deeply into the mirror, and get intimate with your reflection. If you...2021-02-1152 minThe Empowerment CoupleI Heart Me: The Art of Loving Yourself (Part 1)Send us a textThere is no one on this planet who loves you more than you. Self-love is the barometer of the amount of love that you can experience in this lifetime. The EmPOWERment Couple has once again shown up to dish out a healthy dose of love. You can’t truly love someone until you love yourself. In this self-loving episode, we will: Help you get a better understanding of your, “self.”Offer 3 steps to identify who you areCover some exercises and tools to get absolute clarityDefine what self-love is, and what it is no...2021-02-0454 minThe Empowerment Couple100 Empowerment IncantationsSend us a textThis bonus episode is all about practicing what we covered in Affirmations and Mantras and Incantations, Oh My!. The instructions to unlock the full potential of this list are simple: Listen to the words for a passive affirmation experience OrRecite the list with us out loud and evoke your 6 senses for an incantation practice.Any time you feel a little off, stressed, anxious or find that your mind loops are ruining your day, use this tool to reset your mind. If you prefer reading them or recording yourself sa...2021-01-2911 minThe Empowerment CoupleAffirmations and Mantras and Incantations, Oh My!Send us a textLet us walk the yellow brick road together! Incantations, affirmations, and mantras are not just for wizards and witches. Words and sounds are vibrational recipes that anyone can use to increase the power of the mind and heart. The EmPOWERment Couple is serving up an ancient, and powerful practice created to unlock your full potential. In the case of incantations they are not about what you say, but about how you say it. Speak the language of the universe and the universe will listen. In this spellbinding episode, we uncover:H...2021-01-2933 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe Power Of NewSend us a textThink of that first sip of coffee in the morning...can you taste it? Whether or not you got your perfect amount of sleep, that first sip signifies that your day is open to all possibilities and is officially NEW. The EmPOWERment Couple has shown up today to celebrate who you are today. Like the power of a strong cup of joe, the power of NEW will grant you full command of all the possibilities that the rest of the year will bring.To celebrate this Newness we will experience:2021-01-2135 minThe Empowerment CoupleWhen The Stars AlignSend us a textFor eons, the cosmos have spun, expanded and conspired to bring forth a new era in human consciousness. Some may call it simply an extraordinary planetary alignment, while others believe it to be an opportunity to receive DNA upgrades. Regardless of what you believe, the EmPOWERment Couple is here to inform you that this new era, this planetary alignment, this spiritual upgrade is happening on December 21, 2020. Mark your calendars, clear your day, and get ready for a once in a lifetime experience.In this cosmically charged episode, we will discuss:...2020-12-1838 minThe Empowerment CoupleSexual Liberation: Free Your Inner FreakSend us a textWe all need it, we all want it, and we are all here because of it. The EmPOWERment Couple is once again talking about sex. Some consider sex as taboo and not to be discussed. While others believe that sex is simply another form of self-expression. It doesn’t matter what end of the spectrum you reside in. The EmPOWERment Couple is about to unlock your inner freak. We all just want a little time here and there to be wild and freaky. It’s time to free your sexy beast.In t...2020-12-1139 minThe Empowerment CoupleGiving Gifts That Give BackSend us a textNow is the time to ponder the age-old question: Is it better to give or to receive? Some say that receiving a gift always feels good. However; when you give a gift, you receive a gift at the same time. The EmPOWERment Couple is going to share gifts that give back. When you are out seeking that special gift for someone special, choose not with your pocketbook, but with your heart. Whether you’re giving a gift that’s trending, hard to find, over the top, or on sale, give it with joy and...2020-12-0345 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe Thanks You GiveSend us a textThere is nothing so sophisticated, so sexy, so exotically appealing to the senses, as giving and receiving THANKS. That’s right, the practice of gratitude is an amazing experience that needs to be had and shared as often as possible. The EmPOWERment Couple is thankful to serve up some gratitude and love yet again. We know that giving thanks is an emotion, a trait, and a practice that has powerful effects on how you feel, what you experience, and how you manifest.In this episode we will gratefully discuss the following:...2020-11-2641 minThe Empowerment CoupleDance Medicine: The Power Of Shaking That AssSend us a text“Dance for life. Dance or die.” This profound quote can be broken down into this simple statement: your moneymaker needs a firm shake to keep you healthy, wealthy, happy and wise. The EmPOWERment Couple is gonna tango with the tips, shuffle with the science and meringue with the medicinal benefits of dancing! Dancing is free, dancing is fun and dancing will make every part of your body look and feel beautiful. In this rump-shaking episode:We’ll debunk the top excuses for not dancing Cover the top reasons why you should d...2020-11-2048 minThe Empowerment CoupleYour Life on PurposeSend us a textLife is all about experiencing the highs and lows, the triumphs and tragedies, but what makes these experiences meaningful, is whether or not they were done in service of your purpose. The EmPOWERment Couple is here to interrupt your normal day to day program, to make sure that you are living your life on purpose. You might be wondering how you’ll know if you are living your life on purpose, which is why we have dedicated this episode to you, and your precious life.Our purpose in this episode is:...2020-11-1331 minThe Empowerment CoupleWord Medicine: The Healing Effect of LanguageSend us a textSticks and stones may break your bones, but words can hurt or heal you. We know, that isn’t how the saying goes, but it’s time for an update! Based on universal laws, everything has a unique vibration, and words are no exception. The EmPOWERment Couple opens up the lines of communication that we have with each other, the universe, and ourselves, so that the vibrations of health, happiness and verbal hugs can reign supreme. In this episode, our vocal cords vibrate with:The healing modalities hidden inside languageThe heali...2020-11-0649 minThe Empowerment CoupleWe're Voting For You!Send us a textElection Day is every day. You may be voting soon, or have just voted. This show IS NOT about who or what you will vote for in the coming political elections. This show is about the other votes that you cast hundreds of times a day. The EmPOWERment Couple is casting their vote for you! We believe in you and your ability to vote for a future with your thoughts, actions, money, time, and energy. Yes, you are a voting machine, capable of bringing about a future where abundance is had by all.2020-10-3040 minThe Empowerment CoupleServing Up The 12 Universal LawsSend us a textThis episode was sponsored by our new course: Hold The Vibe. The cart has finally opened for this offer. Get your vibe on and join our HTV tribe here. These be crazy times!" If you recognize that times like this are ripe for opportunity, then all the power belongs to you. In previous episodes, the EmPOWERment Couple covered the art of pivoting, defined what manifesting is, and how resistance steals your joy. The information that we covered wasn’t made up. We studied, followed, applied, and mastered The 12 Universal Laws. And tod...2020-10-2237 minThe Empowerment CoupleHow To Turn Resistance Into ResilienceSend us a textThis show was brought to you by our Hold The Vibe course on manifesting. Be the first to join the launch on 10-20-20. Click here!Manifesting has an evil nemesis. It is a dark force designed to pull when you need a push, exists to hold you back when you need to set yourself free, and desires you to stay small when it's time to go big! We are talking about RESISTANCE, and the EmPOWERment Couple is showing up to help you tame this beast. Resistance teaches us h...2020-10-1540 minThe Empowerment CoupleManifesting: Unlocking Your Vibrational SuperpowerSend us a textThis podcast was brought to you by The EmPOWERment Couple’s, “Hold The Vibe,” course. Sign up for the course waiting list here! You can have it all. And by all, The EmPOWERment Couple means what you truly want for you and your family. Although having it all may seem impossible, that is only because you have not yet learned how to use your greatest superpower...your ability to manifest. You are born with this ability, we all are! But like riding a bike, it...2020-10-0844 minThe Empowerment CoupleRe-BirthDaySend us a textAt some point in life, we all experience the re-birthing process. It is during the times that are the most chaotic, that the ability to re-birth ourselves is the strongest. The EmPOWERment Couple is here to say that at your lowest point is when you have the strongest leverage to improve your situation. Re-birthing is both painful and amazing once on the other side and sometimes all we need is a little love to keep us going. So, if you are forced to start a new chapter in your life, let this episode...2020-10-0143 minThe Empowerment CoupleInhale HappinessSend us a textOut of the 4 elements that the human body needs to survive off of, the element of air is supreme. We can go a few weeks without food and a few days without water, but we can go no further than a minute or two without breathing. What is incredible about breathing, is all of the health benefits that are inherent with the simple practice of inhaling and exhaling. And best of all, not only can consciously breathing significantly improve your health, but it can do so for free. For those of you who...2020-09-2550 minThe Empowerment CoupleSkin to Skin: The Healing Power of TouchSend us a textWe are all healers. We are all able to reduce stress, remove pain, and speed up the healing process in the people that we love the most. Our healing powers emanate from our hands and all we need to do is reach out and touch each other. The EmPOWERment Couple is doing just that in this hands-on episode. Therefore, in this, “touching” episode we will cover:5 scientific facts showing how touch plays a role in your relationships and supports the notion that touch has healing power.5 ways to touch...2020-09-1749 minThe Empowerment CoupleHow To Hack Your Energy CentersSend us a textWho needs a double espresso or a toxic energy drink when you were born with everything you need to function at your absolute best? Not only can you reproduce the effects of bottled stimulants and heavy doses of depressants, but you can do so with zero negative effects, and best of all, it’s free! The EmPOWERment Couple is back again to break down how you can hack your energy centers, known throughout history as your chakras.In this energetic episode we are going to give you a healthy dose of th...2020-09-1058 minThe Empowerment CoupleFun Medicine: Playing To WinSend us a textIf you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, a boss, a student, or a human, it’s likely that you have a humongous to-do list. However, what separates the busybodies from the successful souls, is the length of their fun-list! The EmPOWERment Couple is here to remind you, that if you want to function at the top of your game, you must play just as hard as you work. In this joyous episode, we are going to reveal:How much fun you’re having in your work.The benefits of havi...2020-09-0354 minThe Empowerment CoupleLove Gardening: Your Guide To A Healthy RelationshipSend us a textLove is like a garden, as many lovers have said. If love were a garden, do you have what it takes to get the most out of it? Both lovers and gardeners agree, that the more you put into it, the more you will get out of it. In this lovely episode, The EmPOWERment Couple harvests spiritual and scientific evidence, how being in a loving relationship significantly improves your health, lengthens your life, and paves the way to achieving bliss. In this episode we are going to unearth:A...2020-08-2756 minThe Empowerment CoupleWhat's The Tea?Send us a textDid you know drinking tea has been considered a health-promoting habit since ancient times? Tea has been cultivated for thousands of years and its leaves have been used for medicinal purposes. This is just one of the many reasons why the EmPOWERment Couple has created a ritual celebrating the many powers of tea. In this episode we are going to share all the juicy gossip sip by sip: How we started our tea ritualWhy we recommend tea for your health 10 science-backed health studiesHow to select the healthiest teasOur top...2020-08-201h 04The Empowerment CoupleThe E Team’s Story On Empowered Pivoting, Passions, and PurposeSend us a textIn everyone’s life, there will come a time where one is forced to pivot or to take a sharp turn in another direction. It is in these special moments, that can make, or break your life. In this episode, Mikey and Zuri share some critical times of their lives, where they pivoted toward self-improvement, and self love and finally found themselves in a place they like to call, happiness. Join the EmPOWERment Couple in an unscripted, honest discussion, where they answer the most commonly asked questions from their listeners, clients, friends, and fa...2020-08-131h 14The Empowerment CoupleOm Medicine: How to Unlock Your Internal Alchemist. Part 2Send us a textIf you want to master your internal alchemy you need to start with mindfulness and develop a meditation practice. Make meditation a MUST rather than a MAYBE. In part one, we shared an eye-opening study about meditation helping those that suffered from depression. The EmPOWERment Couple believes that suffering is for suckers. Our aim is to empower you with tools, habits, and a lifestyle that inspires you to create your most beautiful life. In this episode, we will cover the different types of meditation and invite you into the one that w...2020-08-0650 minThe Empowerment CoupleOm Medicine: How to Unlock Your Internal Alchemist. Part 1Send us a textThe word, “meditation,” is oftentimes shrouded in mystery. Meditation is thought of as some supernatural-like ability that requires one to seek out a guru and dedicate their whole life to the practice. Well, The EmPOWERment Couple is here to dispel the myths, remove the excuses, and demystify the practice of meditation. We’d like to challenge you to use this mantra, “what I am going through, I will breathe through and get through.” In this exciting episode we will share and answer:What is meditation? Why Mike bec...2020-07-3040 minThe Empowerment CoupleTelomere Tell-All: Diving Into the Fountain of YouthSend us a textOh, if only we could stop the aging process. Although there is no way to keep our bodies young, we can keep them young, longer. In this episode, the EmPOWERment Couple talks about the mechanics behind the aging process. If you know the factors that age your body, you can manipulate those factors so that it doesn’t age as fast. You can change gears and thus reduce some of the wear and tear that is generated from a life of stress and distress. In this episode you will learn:Why we ag...2020-07-2359 minThe Empowerment CoupleWoke 101: You Snooze, You Lose!Send us a text“Oh, she WOKE!” But is she really WOKE? As the big W-word makes its way into pop culture, an actual spiritual awakening is happening around the globe. In their quest to serve love, The Empowerment Couple will pull back the curtain on what WOKE really means, how to be WOKE, and what the planets are doing to help us ascend into our new 5-dimensional world. In Woke 101 we will discuss:Different types of awakening.What is an awakening?What keeps us asleep?Why should we awaken?How to embra...2020-07-161h 00The Empowerment CoupleSex Medicine: Hump Me HealthySend us a textWe all know what good sex feels like...right? Well, do you know that good sex equals good health? During this spicy episode, the EmPOWERment Couple pulls back the sheets on just how healing sex can be. This show is filled with empowering sex facts, sexual product recommendations, sexual tips on how to spice up your sex life while in a long-term relationship, sexual health studies, how to talk about sex to your growing adults, and everything you want to know about both female and male orgasms. In short, this is the show...2020-07-0951 minThe Empowerment CoupleThe Chakras: Seven Wheels A SpinningSend us a textDo you know what your chakras are? In this episode, the EmPOWERment Couple discusses your body’s seven power centers called chakras. The chakra system is based on the Ayurvedic practice of medicine which places the ability to heal and super-charge the body, back in your hands. In other words, using the chakra system, you have the ability to heal your own body. Not only can you heal your body, but you can also strengthen it so that it is always running at its absolute best. As a bonus, we have inc...2020-07-0236 minThe Empowerment CoupleHow To Travel As An Organic Health FreakSend us a textTraveling doesn’t have to be hard to navigate as a health lover. Get outside of your comfort zone with empowering hacks and hints from adventure enthusiasts, The EmPOWERment Couple. Use this podcast to inspire your next road trip, family vacation, or adventure overseas. Show BlogIf you enjoyed this episode please share, subscribe and review. Join our free newsletter. Got a show idea or a question? You can contact the EmPOWERment Couple by emailing hello@iamzuri.com To get the full songs featured in this epi...2020-06-261h 25The Empowerment CoupleWhy Eat Organic, Bro?Send us a textThere is a food revolution happening right now! If you’re on the fence about choosing organic food over conventional, it's time to get empowered with facts and this is the perfect show to listen to. There’s no better time to take back your health and wellness than right now. Listen in as the EmPOWERment Couple takes you on a journey from the beginning of the organic movement, to the future of food. Here are the empowering highlights in this episode that you’ll learn:The top 3 reasons...2020-06-1842 minThe Empowerment CoupleHow To Create A Harmonious HomeSend us a textIs your home a sanctuary or a prison right now? Maybe it is somewhere in between? Let The EmPOWERment Couple inspire you to improve your home life experience. Whether your home functions as your office, is constantly packed with kids, pets, and company, or you live alone, you deserve to live in a happy, healthy, and beautiful space. This won’t require a total makeover, but rather inspire some easy and inexpensive ways to improve your home using the five senses as your guide. Your sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, and extrasensory perception kn...2020-06-1157 minThe Empowerment CoupleForgiveness Equals FreedomSend us a textAre you still holding onto a grudge only to find yourself stuck in the same old memory of being hurt? Maybe you’re harboring pain from something that happened to you as a child and you just can’t seem to let it go. Whatever it was, it is still draining your energy and it’s time to practice the art of forgiveness. In this episode, The EmPOWERment Couple talks about how to forgive and forge forward. They’ve discovered some serious science behind forgiveness and sharpened some tools for you that will allow yo...2020-06-0445 minThe Empowerment CoupleWhat Da Fuk Is Lymphasizing?Send us a textGood health and wellbeing depend on a well-functioning lymphatic system. As such, detoxifying, boosting and activating the lymphatic system are the core foundations of preventative health. Listen in as the EmPOWERment Couple show up to serve you springtime solutions to beautify your life. You don’t want to miss a sneak peek of their latest offering, The Beauty Jump!Links to product recommendations, tips, visuals, and tools are in our show blog. Show blogAre you ready for the Beauty Jump challenge? Sign up to be the fir...2020-05-2841 minThe Empowerment CoupleSleep Guide: Everybody Go Night Night!Send us a textWhile not everybody suffers from sleep disorders, everybody should focus on how to improve their sleep because “everybody goes night night.” While the typical sleep podcast might focus on sleep disorders, this episode focuses on sleep health. When it comes to sleep, the EmPOWERment Couple suggests that you focus on just how good your sleep can get. The episode is sprinkled with facts, studies, laughter, and tuck-in-takeaways that will empower you to sleep well every night.Links to product recommendations are in our show blog. Show blogIf yo...2020-05-211h 04The Empowerment CoupleLaughter Medicine, Tickle Me HealthySend us a textMost of us have heard the old adage, “Laughter is the Best Medicine.” Instinctively the EmPOWERment Couple uses laughter on a regular basis but they decided to look into the science behind laughter’s ability to heal and what they found may shock you! Like did you know humor can reduce blood pressure? In this episode, find out how laughter can heal and how easy it is to enjoy optimal health with a few giggles a day. Show blogGet 10% off of any Intellipure Air Fil...2020-05-1443 minThe Empowerment CoupleYou Better Know Yourself, So You Can Grow YourselfSend us a textJust how difficult is it to find the Yin to your Yang, the piece to your puzzle, or someone to create a balanced relationship with? How well do you know yourself? Join The EmPOWERment Couple as they candidly get to know themselves a bit better and discover the importance of knowing your partners in life. The duo finds themselves uncovering new personality traits and shadows to confront while they take quizzes and dive deep into some self-awareness rabbit holes. Be sure you have a long drive or a kitchen full of d...2020-05-071h 36The Empowerment CouplePracticing Prevention For A Deliciously Healthy DecadeSend us a textTune into this exciting episode and learn the rituals required to unlock your, healthy-no-matter-what, lifestyle. The EmPOWERment Couple serves you 10 of the most powerful prevention practices designed to empower you to take charge of your amazing body. If you stay healthy, you don’t have to get healthy. Take this time to learn, laugh, and get inspired to reclaim and fully enjoy your health. This jam-packed episode is full of studies, factoids, and inspiration, including topics such as:Diseases that are plaguing Americans, hint: all can be prevented with diet and...2020-04-301h 10