I watched The Secret recently and heard the quote: Treat YOURSELF the way you want to be treated by others. Sounds simple right? Here’s the problem. So many people depend on others to make them happy or to feel good about themselves that they forget that everything they need to live a fulfilling life is right on the inside […]
So I met this guy a few years ago… he was 30-years-old, has his own business, own car, own place, no kids, Masters Degree, fit, nice guy, single and never been married. Sounds like he was all that and a bag of chips right? Well I told my friend about him and she jokingly asked, “What’s wrong with him? Is […]
Jill Scott and Erykah Badu participated in the “Verzuz” Instagram contest and the queens did NOT disappoint. The idea is for both artists to “battle” by playing 20 songs each and letting their fans vote on a winner. Well these souls decided to celebrate each other instead of compete with one another and I was […]
I hope you’re doing well in the midst of what’s happening in the world. This is a time to slow down and reflect. I know it’s hard to be productive but what about centering in and learning how to be rich mentally, emotionally and spiritually during this time? I had the pleasure of speaking with Alisha […]
Right now we’re all going through a transition because of the Coronavirus. Life as we know it has definitely changed and we’ve been forced to slow down. Unfortunately, some people have experienced a loss of freedom, a loss of a loved one, or a loss of employment. A few years ago, radio personality, Renee Taylor, was […]
How are you doing, girl? Have you checked in with yourself lately? I know it’s hard to be productive right now, but we can at least make sure we’re taking care of our mental health. I’ve been writing in my journal a lot lately so I figured I would do something different for this episode. I compiled 10 […]
We’re living in uncertain times right now. The world as we know it will be different once the “stay at home” order is lifted, but will you be different, too? We have absolutely no control over the outcome of the Coronavirus, but we do have control over our mind, body and spirit right now. Now is the […]
Have you ever been in a toxic, unhealthy, or abusive relationship? Maybe you were dating a narcissist. Or maybe you were dating someone you were simply incompatible with. Either way, you’re out of it and you want to move on from your past hurt and pain. You want to move on to a loving, healthy […]
Girl! Aren’t you tired? I heard it’s Mercury Retrograde. My emotions have been off the chain lately and quite frankly, I’m over it. But then again, I’m not. It’s been freeing to release and cry if I need to. It’s freeing not to care what others think or say. It’s freeing to just be. As […]
I just went to get my hair done the other day and I’m so guilty of sharing some of my personal business with my hairstylist. I’m sure you’ve been in that situation where you’re telling your stylist about your issues with your family, partner, or friends. But is she equipped with the tools to really […]
Valentine’s Day is around the corner so I decided to focus on self-love tips for the bedroom! I figured Auntie Angel would be the perfect guest for this topic. One of her techniques was used in the movie, Girls Trip, and involves a grapefruit, a banana and Tiffany Haddish. Listen in as we discuss how to please yourself […]
“The best part of being beautiful is being you.” Those are the words from Tucheir Cosmetics Founder, Trenese Hicks. After years of working with accomplished female leaders in corporate America, Trenese became disheartened. So many of these brilliant women were talking negatively about themselves and trying to reach unattainable “Hollywood” beauty standards fueled by social […]
We all have a purpose for why we’re here. We are here to learn and to teach. We are here to use our gifts and talents. We are here to serve. We are here for a purpose. Many people are constantly searching for why they are here. Do you ever have deep conversations with yourself […]
Hey, girls! Happy new year, happy new decade! With a new year comes new goals, so I decided to have girl talk with Motivational Speaker and CEO of Studio T Dance, Miss Tee. Her mission is to instill real life skills, hope & a sense of belonging to her students. Listen in as we have girl talk about […]
Hey, girls! The year is almost over. Did you accomplish all of your goals? If not, it’s okay. I get it, girl. The holidays are here. We’re eating. We’re spending time with our family. We’re shopping. But this is still a great time to set the foundation for 2020. In this episode, I’m focusing on […]
World Aids Day just passed on December 1st so I decided to have girl talk with Masonia Traylor, a global HIV/AIDS advocate. During a routine medical visit in late 2010, she was told by her provider that she “was not at risk” for HIV. At the tender age of 23, she was diagnosed as HIV positive […]
When things fall down sometimes it’s hard to pick ourselves back up. We all go through struggles but it’s how you get out of it that really shows your strength and character. I had the pleasure of speaking with Film Director, Nicole Cecilia, about how she found her greatest opportunity after a divorce, a death, […]
The last two episodes of the Go Girl Podcast were about leaving a toxic and/or abusive relationship. We can’t just talk about problems without discussing solutions. So today let’s have girl talk about five ways to heal and forgive. I share a few tips from my “Go Girl Guidebook: A Woman’s Interactive Guide to Self-Love” so be sure to purchase your copy […]
“Why don’t you just leave?” That’s the worst thing you can say to someone in an abusive relationship. In fact, anywhere between 50% and 75% of domestic violence homicides happen at the point of separation or after [the victim] has already left [her abuser}. So the victim might be afraid to leave. In the previous episode of the Go […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This topic is important to me for more reasons than one, but the most recent situation is when I left an emotionally abusive relationship. The day I called the police I knew it was over. Abuse isn’t just physical. Emotional abuse leaves scars that no one can see. If […]
Have you ever had a mammogram? According to the American Cancer Society, about 271,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer, so it’s important to get checked! Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I brought in breast cancer survivor, Dr. Nicole Robinson, who says she found purpose in her diagnosis. Listen in as we have girl talk […]
Can you believe the year is almost over??? Did you accomplish your goals from 2019? No? It’s okay. Don’t be hard on yourself. Now is the perfect time to create a foundation so that you have a successful 2020. In this episode, I have girl talk with Life Coach, Angelique Jackson, who’s committed to helping others […]
Focus on what you want, not what you don’t want! Actress, producer and author Brely Evans knows all about manifesting the life you deserve! You may have seen her in “Sparkle” or currently watch her as Rondell Lancaster in the OWNTV series, “Ambitions.” As an actress, she’s gone through rejection but she says, “I get excited when I hear NO.” […]
Missy Elliott can do no wrong! As a creative, an artist, a woman…a Black woman…I just love everything about Missy. Ever since she dropped her first video with her wearing a black trash bag to now doing the double dutch with two ponytails in her latest video, she exudes self-love by being her authentic self. She received the […]
Have you gone through life and wondered what’s next? Have you been at a crossroads and don’t know which way to go? How about your gut keeps telling you to go in one direction but you’re still hesitant to take that leap of faith? I’m here to tell you to get out of your own […]
Have you ever cheated on your partner or been cheated on? It’s something that happens too often in relationships. How do you heal from infidelity? How do you move on? How do you forgive? I brought in Professor and Author Dr. Ebony A. Utley to discuss her eye-opening book, He Cheated, She Cheated, We Cheated: Women Speak About […]
We will all experience some type of trauma in our lifetime, but it should not define who we are. You can overcome. You WILL overcome. There’s so much happening in the world right now so I brought in trauma expert, Dr. Denyse Ray. For over 25 years, Dr. Ray has been dedicated to improving the mental […]
Have you ever experienced anxiety? How about depression? You’re not alone. And understand that it’s okay to not feel okay. You’re human. You’re normal. It was important for me to discuss these topics as I’ve experienced both. I brought in Therapist, Melanie Lee Hall who is the owner of You Can Therapeutic Services (YCTS). It’s a faith based private […]
Are you good at saving your money? What about budgeting your money? How about good at planning for an emergency? Most people love money and are trying to find ways to earn more, or they want to figure out how to manage the money they already have. No matter your situation, this episode is for […]
Women deserve more respect! Women always have to prove themselves. Especially in hip hop. Jermaine Dupri was featured on People and was asked, who is his favorite female rapper? He said he feels like female artists rap about the same things and it sounds like strippers rapping. Sigh. How degrading. And it’s just anther double standard. Men […]
