Bessie’s Footprints Podcast

Nowadays, more and more people are putting their passions first. But, others, have fallen into the old fashioned societal views that you need to be a doctor or lawyer to be successful. In this episode, Asijá discusses her own struggle with following her passion and provides some motivation to those not sure what next steps they should take towards theirs. Connect With Me! Instagram, Facebook, Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you thought about entrepreneurship this year? The pandemic has left many people channeling their creativity, and going after their dreams this year with all the time off. Unfortunately, not everybody will be successful in it, because of many steps being skipped, or not thought of in the first place. In this episode, Asijá reflects on what she's learned so far with entrepreneurship, and offers advice for any of those thinking about pursuing it in the near future. Connect With Me! Instagram, Facebook, Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever been afraid to fail? I'm sure we all have. Fear of failure is something we all think about when making decisions and sometimes, it leads us to never go after our dreams, never get out of bad situations, and lead us down long path of resentment. In this episode, Asijá is joined by Kathy Howell, the host of It's All About Evolving Podcast, to chat about their personal experiences with failure, and how they ultimately conquered their fears, and took the first steps to move forward. Check out It's All About Evolving Podcast! Connect With Me! Instagram, Facebook, Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The COVID-19 pandemic shook the world as we knew it, leaving many individuals to work from home, furloughed, or even unemployed. Unfortunately, it also took the lives of many as well. Through this tragedy inflicted pain on many lives this year, it also gave way for some to do some meaningful reflection, and learn things about themselves that they may not have been able to before in their busy day-to-day lives. In this episode, Asijá sits down with Keshia Morena and Don Teasyman from Baked Beans and Rice Podcast to reflect on what they've learned through out this crisis, and what positives they see that have come out of it. Check out Baked Beans and Rice Podcast! Connect With Me! Instagram, Facebook, Youtube --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Society, often times, really tries to keep people of color in a box. And too often, we live our lives inside that box, not making moves or certain choices to achieve something bigger than what society wants for us. In this episode, Asijá sits down with the hosts of 'Hey Sister Soul Sister Podcast' to discuss living life without the limits society tries to keep us in, how abiding by those limits have subconsciously been passed down through generations, and why going after our dream and aspirations is so important for our growth as people. Lets get connected: Instagram: www.instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Facebook: www.facebook.com/bessiesfootprints Youtube: Bessie's Footprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever heard the phrase "young & dumb"? Well, in this episode Asijá a long with her sister-friend Aryn, discuss the importance of planning and budgeting in your 20's to reach financial stability in 30's and beyond. The ladies dissect their own experiences with being outliers to the typical partier and reckless liver, 20's life style, as they express the need for having financial fluency and being a planner while being young. This is message for all the Millennials and Gen Z's tuning in! Follow me on IG: instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Like me on FB: facebook.com/bessiesfootprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We currently are living in a time where many people are coming out of their shells, and taking off their masks, to let their true and authentic selves shine. However, the journey to get to that point isn't always easy. In this episode, Asijá sits down with her good friend Mykey, to share his story about his road to authenticity, and how he has evolved into a powerhouse LGBTQ member, while also balancing being an in school educator and competitive drag performer. Follow me on IG: instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Like me on FB: facebook.com/bessiesfootprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

All my WORKAHOLICS, this one's for you! Asijá is the first one to admit she's a workaholic. BUT, this past year, she's learned how to be the workaholic who still makes time for herself. Lack of self care can contribute to the severity of so many diseases and conditions we see in the world today. And while some people know this, they're convinced that self care can only be practiced if either "they have enough time" or "they have a lot of money". In this episode, Asijá acknowledges her own struggles with practicing self care, and pin points the moment she realized she had to make a change for herself and her physical being. Follow me on IG: instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Like me on FB: facebook.com/bessiesfootprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What's your relationship with fashion? Do you love or hate shopping? In this episode, Asijá, along with her extra special guest, her mother Trisale, talk about their love of fashion. As they turn back the clock, they explore how their style has changed, what factors influenced the way they dressed in the past, and consider how the fashion industry has evolved throughout the years. Follow me on IG: instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Like me on FB: facebook.com/bessiesfootprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Asijá sits down with good friends Asheley and Amanda, to chat about society's impact on females and their growth. They each share their trials and tribulations as black female millenials, and how they've taken control of their own lives as strong women. Follow me on IG: instagram.com/bessiesfootprints Like me on FB: facebook.com/bessiesfootprints --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app