In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with master certified coach Santana Innis to discuss the power of overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing dreams. Santana shares her personal journey of leaving a successful career in tech to align her work with her purpose of reducing suffering in herself and others.
The conversation delves into the concept of mindfulness, meditation, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, as well as the transformative power of self-compassion. Santana also shares her experience of receiving the transmission of the five mindfulness trainings in the Plum Village Zen Buddhist tradition and how it has shaped her life.
Deneen and Santana explore the challenges faced by women of color in corporate spaces and the importance of focusing on oneself and tapping into personal joy. They discuss the power of pausing, taking a breath, and creating space for opportunity and growth.
The episode concludes with a discussion on Dreams Deferred, honoring the late author and poet Soltru. Santana shares her own Dreams Deferred moment and encourages listeners to feel the fear and take steps towards their dreams.
Join Deneen and Santana for an inspiring and empowering conversation that will encourage you to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace your dreams.
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This episode covers:
[00:05:31] A journey of mindfulness.
[00:19:02] Limiting beliefs and self-doubt.
[00:23:09] Confirmation bias and cognitive brain science.
[00:27:17-00:27:28] Taking a pause for opportunity.
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Do you want more out of life? Are you ready to live boldly in pursuit of your dreams?
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Deneen is a Women’s Motivational Speaker, the Creator & Host of the Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation (formerly An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color) Podcast, which she launched in 2020 and a Dream Lifestyle Coach.
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Connect with Santana Innis
Email: s@flofoundations.com
Website:https://www.flofoundations.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flofoundations/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santanainniss/
Resources Mentioned
The Miracles of Mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0807012394?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzdeneenl.-20&creativeASIN=0807012394&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1R75WS7I6WZFC&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Dreams Deferred, Soltrue
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