Personal Growth Episodes

🎙️ Episode 170: The LOTUS Within – Leadership, Resilience & Purpose with Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton 🔥 "Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about impact." – Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton In this powerful episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton shares her extraordinary journey from enlisted soldier to Colonel in the U.S. Army. She proves that resilience, leadership, and purpose transcend ranks and titles. 💡 What You’ll Gain from This Episode: 🌸 Defining Identity Beyo...

What Your Comfort Costs Us-The Power of Pause and Rest with Dr. Gabriela Alcalde Episode 168 In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett welcomes Dr. Gabriela Alcalde, a creative and anti-supremacist leader from Lima, Peru. Dr. Gabriela shares her personal journey as an immigrant and the significant impact it has on her perspective. As a mother experiencing the transition to an empty nest, she reflects on the emotional shifts that come with this new phas...

Recognizing and Addressing Limiting Beliefs Limiting beliefs can silently hold us back, especially for women of color navigating systemic challenges. In this episode, Dr. Kimberly Walker, psychiatrist and RTT practitioner, shares how subconscious beliefs impact mental health and success. Learn how Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), self-reflection, and community can help reframe negative narratives and foster growth. Discover practical steps to overcome limiting beliefs and step into your pow...

WOC: Get From Stuck to Vision with Dr. Sharon Arrindell Episode 165 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Dr. Sharon Arrindell shares her journey as a speaker, counselor, and best-selling author dedicated to empowering women and couples. Dr. Sharon discusses her mission to help couples transition from feeling like roommates to experiencing true romance, as well as assisting women in moving from a place of feeling stuck to discovering their purpose and wholeness. She opens ...

The Power of Intentional Living: A Guide to Personal Growth with Susanne Mariga Episode 164 In a podcast episode featuring Susanne Mariga, a CPA and fractional CFO, the discussion revolves around the concept of intentional living and its profound impact on personal and financial growth. Here are some key takeaways from the conversation: Understanding Intentional Living The Importance of Acknowledging Grief Celebrating Wins and Finding Joy The Role of Community and Support Embracing Change and Tr...

Grief and Transformation: A WOC Shares Stories of Resilience and Empowerment Episode 163 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation , host Deneen welcomes grief and transformation coach Olivia Abu-Said for a heartfelt kickback session. They dive deep into the complexities of grief, transformation, and resilience, particularly in the context of Olivia's experiences as a Palestinian-American navigating cultural and political challenges. Olivia shares her journey from a career in f...

Reclaiming Narratives: Ty Robbins on Black Lesbian Romance in "The Color of Honey" Episode 162 In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation,” creator & host Deneen L. Garrett, returns to the podcasting space after a brief hiatus, inspired by the guest, Ty Robbins. Ty, a proud member of the LGBTQIA community for 28 years, joins to discuss her book, "The Color of Honey." The conversation highlights the origins of the podcast, which started as a panel for LGBTQ+ women of color and a...

Empowering Others: Finding Strength in Serving and Making a Difference with Amber Ontiveros Episode 160 Healing Trauma and Overcoming Discrimination through Consciousness Work In a podcast episode featuring Amber Ontiveros, President of Ontiveros and Associates, a central theme emerged regarding the significance of consciousness work in the process of healing trauma and overcoming discrimination. Amber stressed the importance of introspection, mindfulness, and engaging in practices like meditati...

Self-Love and Connection: Nurturing Relationships for Personal and Professional Growth with A naliza Quiroz Wolf Episode 158 Highlights [00:17:50] Networking and building relationships. [00:26:23] The power of pausing. [00:29:10] Living a dream lifestyle. In this episode, Deneen interviews A naliza Quiroz Wolf, founder of Women of Color Rise, an equity-based coaching firm focused on women and people of color. A naliza shares her journey as a proud Filipina American and her mission to help women ...

From Achieving to Being: Unpacking Worthiness with Lauren L.C. Wells Episode 157 with Lauren LC Wells Highlights [00:07:17] Optimal well-being on a soul level. [00:15:13] Reviving your mind and body. [00:31:35] Embracing health through community. Prioritizing Self-Care and Mindfulness through Reflection and Reassessment In the podcast episode featuring Lauren L.C. Wells, the importance of taking time to pause, reflect on worthiness, and reassess personal goals emerged as key steps in prioritizin...

Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment Episode 156 with Dima Ghawi Highlights [00:02:33] Advancing individuals in leadership. [00:12:48] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [00:33:06] The pressure to be perfect. In this episode, Keynote Speaker/Leadership Consultant/Author, Dima Ghawi , underscores the importance of advancing individuals in leadership to cultivate a world where leaders prioritize the well-being and growth of their teams, embrace diversity, and work towards a ...

Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings Episode 155 In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett introduces guest DeeDee Cummings, who is an author, therapist, attorney, and mom from Louisville, Kentucky. DeeDee shares her career journey from being a child protective service worker to becoming an attorney and then transitioning to a therapist to focus on healing. She also discusses how writing became a coping mechanism for her. The conversation touches on the challenges of ...

Join us for an insightful and empowering conversation with NoorJehan Tourte, a storyteller and group executive vice president, as she shares her personal journey of self-discovery and cultural identity. In this episode, NoorJehan reflects on her experiences as a first-generation Indian-American, navigating the complexities of balancing multiple cultures and finding contentment in her career and personal life. Discover the importance of embracing one's cultural heritage, prioritizing self-care, a...

The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success with Valincia Bennett Episode 153 In this engaging podcast episode, business coach and strategist Valincia Bennett shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, revealing how she found her true calling and achieved financial freedom. Discover Valincia's inspiring story of self-discovery and empowerment as she transitions from a corporate career to becoming a successful entrepreneur with multiple businesses. Join the ...

Mindset Shift: Redefining Work and Self-Care with La’Vista Jones Episode 151 This week’s guest, La’Vista Jones, shares how by prioritizing self-care, individuals, especially women of color, can step into their power and create the life they truly desire which she has done for herself. Born and raised in Ohio, La’Vista, CEO/Founder, now resides in Arizona with her family. LaVista's podcast, Boss Talk , challenges listeners to reconsider their approach to work and self-care, Mindset Shift: Redefin...

Defying the Odds: From Olympic Gold to Hollywood Stunts: A Journey of Resilience with René Felton Besozzi Episode 150 Join us for an intimate and inspiring conversation with René Felton Besozzi, a renowned coach, therapist, and grandmother. In this episode, René shares her journey of coaching athletes to Olympic gold medals, working with Hollywood stunt professionals, and navigating life's challenges with resilience and determination. From coaching her son to gold medals to working with internat...

Join us for an empowering and uplifting episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation as we welcome Miara Shaw, also known as Maven Miara, a distinguished life business strategist and leadership facilitator. In this episode, Miara shares her passion for leadership development, particularly with women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of unlocking one's gifts and talents to share with the world. Discover the keys to creating a balanced rhythm in your life, defining your priorities, ...

Episode 147 In this episode, , Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation podcast creator & host, discusses the final phase of living a dream lifestyle, which is the "Drive" phase. After covering the and phases in previous episodes, the...

AMBITION IN LIFE: The Power of Ambition and and Finding Fulfillment: Insights from Bianca B. King Episode 146 Tap in as Bianca B. King, CEO & Founder of Pretty Damn Ambitious, discusses a redefined version of ambition. She describes it as the joyful and diligent pursuit of success, informed by one's ideals. Bianca emphasizes that ambition should not be seen as a sacrifice or burden, but rather as a driving force that propels individuals towards their goals and purpose. According to Bianca, it is...

Dream Life : Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide The "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series emphasizes the importance of dreaming big, designing a clear vision, and taking action to drive towards living the desired lifestyle. It encourages individuals to believe in themselves and their dreams, and to actively pursue their goals with passion and determination. During the decide phase, the second step in the "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series, individuals have the opportunity to decide w...

In this compelling episode, Bryetta Calloway, a seasoned Author, Executive, and Speaker, shares profound insights on extracting valuable lessons from life’s experiences. Unveiling the essence of her latest book, " Life Lessons ," Bryetta explores the transformative power of learning from every moment, shaping a narrative of resilience and growth. Join us as Bryetta inspires a mindset shift, urging listeners to see self-care as an investment in their journey to success. Discover how prioritizing ...

In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett jumps into the Dream phase of her "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series. She reminds us of the three steps to living a dream lifestyle: Dream, Design/Decide, and Drive. This episode focuses on the first step, dreaming, and encourages listeners to think about what they want and remove any limiting thoughts or beliefs. Deneen emphasizes the importance of dreaming big and provides suggestions for gathering inspir...

Career Growth: No-Fluff Advice to Accelerate Your Career with Pink Careers In the episode, Richa Bansal, Mom, Wife, Author, Leader, and Founder of Pinkcareers, emphasizes the power of pause and its ability to facilitate reflection on one's current work and its alignment with long-term career goals and aspirations. Richa highlights that a career is not limited to a short timeframe but rather spans a lifetime. It is crucial to consider whether the work being done on a day-to-day basis aligns with ...

n this captivating 2022 re-release, Kristina Thomas, a dedicated Mother, Healer, and Entrepreneur, explores the transformative power of Harnessing Energy and Healing. Join us as KT delves into the realm of Reiki and virtual cleanses, explaining how these practices foster holistic healing for the mind, body, and spirit. Discover the profound impact of Chakra crystal healing and the strategic use of crystals to align and enhance energy in each chakra. Explore the rich tapestry of this episode wher...