Mental Health Episodes

Ericka Spradley, Career Management Strategist, and “Confident Career Woman” was stuck. She’d gotten too comfortable in her comfort zone and needed a better quality of life which included going to church on Sundays. Considering she was a manager in retail often having to work on weekends, she had a decision to make. This decision led to where she is today, educating, encouraging, and providing navigational tools to help women “live by design, not default”. Check out this week’s episode for more. ...

So often, as women, and women of color, we don’t think we have what it takes. Asian women are expected to move through life with their heads down and to "do as you're told". Not Sheena Yap Chan. Sheena had the courage to stand up and represent. “You never know what’s possible until you see it” is what drives Sheena to invest in other Asian women. Check out this week’s episode to hear more. This week’s Guest is… Sheena Yap Chan. Sheena is a keynote speaker, coach, podcaster, consultant, and auth...

“You are beautiful. You are strong. You will go through some things just know you will get through it.” These are just a few words Pam Illar, mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, proud Out woman, warrior, would say to her 11-year old self. Life has a way of defining us for us. Others tell you who you are before you even know it for yourself. What would you tell you, the you you were before the world told you who you were? This week’s Guest is… Pam Illar, a Senior Associate with Ernst & Young ...

Sèna Pierre was living that Hollywood life until two life-altering tragedies occurred. After losing two women who were very close to her to suicide, Sèna’s path was forever changed. This resulted in Sèna creating a space for young women, Society...

Despite COVID, we do not live in a vacuum. We flourish when we pour into others. Our strength is found in fellowship. These are a few of the things this week’s guest, Sabrina Kelly, and I discussed. Sabrina believes when you “tap into your power” and “bring others along”, you and that person benefit. Listen as we discuss “opening doors” for others. Sabrina Kelly is the Founder of B Plus Management Consultancy, based in the London, U.K. B Plus is a contract delivery firm working directly with di...

“Children are to be seen and not heard.” “Sit down and shut-up.” “Who are you to talk?!” I’m sure you’ve heard this at some point in your life whether directly or not. Have you thought about the impact these words have on others? Sometimes life experiences and people cause us to turn down our volumes. Listen as Casandra Townsel shares her experiences and encourages us to “Turnup the Volume” and be heard in this week’s episode. Ways to Connect: Website: https://www.blossoming-hope.com/ IG: http...

There are things that happen in our lives which determine who we are, what we’re made of and direct our paths. It could be having a child right after college, losing a husband, meeting a mentor or, all three as happened for La Charmine “L.A.” Jefferson. All these experiences formed “L.J”. as I call her. They provided the strength she needed to endure, to conquer and to thrive. Listen to this week’s episode to learn how each experience fueled her and, how she “feels the fear” and “says Yes” anywa...

It takes strength to navigate spaces that were not made for us. We are often expected to assimilate. Diamond Sade is not one to fit in. She was born to show up in her authenticity. Once she learned of her ancestry, she vowed to live her life “in their strength”. Check out the episode for more. This week’s guest is Diamond Sade, data engineer, entrepreneur, and educator. She is passionate about exposing minority communities to STEM fields and helping with career navigation. Diamond Sadeis also t...

Christine Cariño and I talked about what’s needed to live a life outside of the boxes we’ve been placed in. We talked about freeing yourself from what holds you back, so it was no surprise that the two women who have impacted Christine the most embodied this. Gabriela Silang, one of Christine’s ancestors, was a leader of a revolt in the Philippines and, Harriet Tubman, liberated her people. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more about this and, to “reconnect + reclaim” = to thrive. This wee...

"An Intimate Conversation with Jennifer Witter: A Woman Who Lifts Up Sisters" "An Intimate Conversation with Jennifer Witter: A Woman Who Lifts Up Sisters" Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Other Podcast Players In this episode Jennefer and Deneen, discuss: [00:09:00] Challenges faced by women of color. [00:14:47] Recognizing the power within. [00:21:28] Delayed dreams and personal growth. Transcript Do you want more out of life? Are you ready to live boldly in pursuit of your dreams? ...

Often as Black women, and WOC, we have proven ourselves and it’s still not enough. We have a choice to give in or persist. Listen to this week’s episode as Dr. Angela Gala Gonzalez, MD, M.Sc., Ph.D., shares a very pivotal moment in her life when she was faced with this decision and how she handled it. Connect: Coaching: https://www.healthcoachmatch.com/coaches/united-states/texas/houston/a-gala-gonzalez_coach-67609/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gala0128/?locale=en_US Facebook: https:/...

🎙️ Building a Personal Board of Directors: The Power of a Supportive Network 🔥 Season 2, Episode 3 – This One’s a Game-Changer! What if I told you the secret to success isn’t what you know, but who holds you accountable? In this episode, Lollie Ramirez-Bennett drops GEMS on how to build your Personal Board of Directors—a powerhouse circle that keeps you leveling up. 💡 🎶 ABOUT LOLLIE RAMIREZ-BENNETT Women of AT&T President Emeritus | Career & Life Transition Coach | Trend Analyst | Thought Leade...

Welcome to Season 2 & Happy New Year! In this week’s episode, Joy and I talk about how she invests in others, her experience on OWN's Ready to Love, a dream deferred yet not dead, the loss of her sister and what she’s “Ready 2…” in 2021. Are You Ready? Check out the episode for more. Joy M. Hutton is a native of Chicago, Illinois. She has dedicated her professional life to helping others through professional and business development for over a decade. Joy graduated from Bowdoin College in Brun...

Reflecting on this year and pausing to pay homage to those we’ve lost. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deneen-l-garrett/message

Our final guest of 2020 Jeniece Paige, health and Wellness Life Coach and creator of Ready 4 the Dress, was reluctant to answer her call. She was fearful of not being of good service. When she did answer, not only did she impact others, she also realized a dream. How to Find Your Passion and Discover Your Zest for Life. Check out the episode to for more. Deneen L. Garrett, is the Host of the An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color podcast. She is also the Founder & CEO of Deneen Consults w...

Holding Space is a way to recognize self. As Black women and WOC, we often spend so much time taking care of others. We neglect us. Holding Space - What Does It Mean/Look Like to Hold Space for Someone? Listen to this week’s episode as Minda Harts, TEDex speaker and bestselling author of The Memo-What Women of Color Need shares more on giving YOU permission to take care of YOU. Minda is my favorite podcaster so this was truly a fangirl moment. Resources: Minda Harts https://www.mindaharts.com...

Learn techniques to discover your purpose with Erica Lynn, Best Selling Author, Motivational Speaker, Transformation Coach & Host of Erica Lynn Speaks Podcast. Step 1 is Healing. Erica answers What is My Purpose? Listen to learn more on this week’s episode. Connect: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericalynnspeaks/ Resources: Website https://ericalynnspeaks.com/ Work with Deneen: https://deneenconsults.com/ All episodes: https://www.deneenlgarrett.com/

In this week’s episode, LaQuana Sheppard, Founder/Curator of Black Mom’s Club CT, shares how sometimes we need to allow ourselves the time to grieve while relying on our support system to help nurse us back to power. Deferred, Not Defeated. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more. Connect: Email blackmomclub@gmail.com IG https://www.instagram.com/black_momsclub/ IG and website: @altertherapy & www.alterwellnessservices.com Resources: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pg/blackmomclub/abo...

Whatever the question, know you, Black girl, Woman of Color, are the answer. Everything you need is within. You are born of intuitive women, women who survived and thrived. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more from Ber-henda Williams, Public Speaker, Bi-lingual Poet, Visionary Empath Coach, and Girl’s Advocate. Contact: Ber-henda Williams: https://www.ber-hendawilliams.com/ The Power of Girlhood: https://www.thepowerofgirlhood.org/ Resources: Becoming by Michelle Obama: https://becoming...

T.D. Minter, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, LCDC-I, CHST, NCC, at Copenhagen Counseling Services, was raised by women who valued education and taught her “with an education you can do so much”. Listen as she shares more of why she has placed such importance on higher ed as well as hear her encourage us to “respect the reflection”. You are Meant for more. Check this episode for more. Resources: Copenhagen Counseling Services: https://copenhagencounseling.com/ Books: A Raisin in th...

Yusha King, or as she calls herself, is “The Consigliere” to leaders “: advising, coaching, and mentoring individuals, groups, teams and organizations on “how to do...it, better!” In this week’s episode we dive into how Lady Yusha literally uses her voice doing what’s innately her. Building Bridges. Check out the episode for more. Connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusha-king/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/yking6 https://twitter.com/ForHerVoice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yk...

First comes “self-care then self-love then acceptance and ultimately a push to walk and live your purpose”. Listen as Shia Joyner, Medical Esthetician, Reiki Healer, Registered Yoga Teacher and Domestic Violence and, creator of the Zen & Boujee, shares her journey as a Domestic Violence survivor from revelation to promoting self-care + community. Resources: Zen and Boujee Connect: @zenandboujee on IG + Facebook + Pinterest + Twitter LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE + SHARE All Links here. --- Send in a voi...

As a LGBTQ+ African American woman in STEM, Tara is no stranger to being one of the “onlys”. She lets the strength of those whose shoulders she stands on, Harriet (Tubman), Sojourner (Truth), Shirley (Chisolm), and Katherine (Johnson) give her strength to use her voice for herself and LGBTQ+ WOC. Connect: LinkedIn LISTEN on Spotify + SUBSCRIBE + SHARE All Links here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deneen-l-garrett/message

Dr. Damary did not let being born into negative statistics dictate her journey. As the eldest of 3 girls raised in Spanish Harlem, having lost her mom at an early age, she recognized the value of using her voice for herself and especially others. Dr. Damary speaks for those who can’t in her many leadership roles. Not Letting Negative Statistics Dictate Your Journey-Change Negative Thoughts to Reach Your Goals. Check out the episode for more. Favorite Quote: "If I have seen further it is by sta...