Health & Wellness Episodes

Just checking-in to say Thank you and encourage you to take care of YOU. Also, if you’re wanting to become more mindful, check out The Art of Power by Thich Nhat Hanh. WATCH + LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE + SHARE Let’s #Soar and #ElevateWOCVoices #IntimateConversationWOC --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/deneen-l-garrett/message

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...

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...

Sometimes we expect things to be a certain way and they turn out differently. Often, we are so busy being there for others we neglect ourselves. Other times we are constantly in “go” mode and not appreciating the little things. Griselda Garibay, a friend, and champion of ICW, Principal of Bayville Strategic Consulting, and I delve into this and so much more in this week’s episode. Listen to hear more. Griselda is a multicultural, multilingual Latina executive with experience in startups, nonprof...

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...

Butterflies are reminders of where Sandra “Sandy” Epps, founder of Sandy’s Land Publishing House and Entertainment Service, has been and where she is going. When Lupus patients have flareups, they get a rash in the shape of a butterfly. Sandy is not only reminded of her near-death experiences, she has survived three; she is empowered to keep going and growing. The Purple Butterfly: A Hopeful Symbol for Lupus. Listen to this week’s episode to learn more. Connect: IG: https://www.instagram.com/s...

Embrace Life: It Ain't Over - How to Embrace Life Over 50 with Robin Tillotson Robin Tillotson started her business to remind Black women 50+ that “it ain’t over”. As a matter of fact, it’s just beginning. Robin and I talk about this and her thoughtfully curated trips for women ready to LIVE! Robin Tillotson is the Chief Executive/Cultural Officer and host of the “This…I…Do…For…ME!” Podcast. She is an Award Winning Podcaster! Advocate for Joyful Aging! (Retired) Licensed Social Worker! Speaker...

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...

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...

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...

Kalyn Risker Fahie, Founder/Executive Director, Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE), shares her story of empowering women who like her have been victims and/or survivors of Domestic Violence into becoming SAFE through financial empowerment. Stability for Survivors: Freedom Through Financial Empowerment. Check out the episode for more. Resource(s): The National Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/ my Plan https://myplanapp.org/ SAFE http://www.newsafestart.org/ Conne...

Listen in as Meka Urriola-Hunt, President of LEAGUE at AT&T Georgia shares her passion for working with LGBTQ+ youth. Her message to youth, You’re not alone. To us, “Try something new.” Resource(s): Covenant House Georgia HRC...