Chatting with Chanté

I think we all know that feeling that happens when we see others receive the very things we've prayed for, right? God will allow us to have a front row seat to experience others receiving blessings to let us know He is in the neighborhood and you're up next! How you choose to view this is up to you, but it will determine how things work out for you. Love y'all!

You know that great idea you've been keeping to yourself for the past year or two? Or maybe that business plan that you haven't written out yet? Ooh, it's probably that major decision that you haven't made yet! Whatever it is, it's time to execute the plan and get it out of your head. Great things are attached to you putting your plans to action and being obedient. You got this!

You guys!! Welcome to 2024!!! I have missed you all SO much. 2023 was a TEST, but I am grateful for it and I am grateful to be in this new year. Let's catch up!

Are you in a waiting season? Has God promised you something and you have been waiting for a while and it seems like no progress has been made? I've been there. And right when I was going to give up…God showed up! Don't give up! Just because it's taking a little longer to get to you doesn't mean it's not coming. Some thing take a little longer to prepare and ship out to you. However, what's for you has already been deemed as yours. Love y'all!

It is important to have balance in your life. Trying to do everything all at once time on your own can become exhausting. It's truly exhausting when you're not only trying to handle your own personal things, but also the things from other people. It's ok to say no. Also, having a balance between doing what you want to do vs. doing what you may or may not have to do is also tricky. Listen to find out more! Love y'all!

Have you been in a season where you lack control? It feels like so many areas in your life are being affected? One day you have all the answers and the next day your life is spiraling out of control? I'm here to tell you, it's for a reason. God blesses us after the chaos happens. We're going to get through the battles, but we have to get that faith fully grounded before we do. I love y'all! Enjoy!

Hey y'all! Have you ever been in a season of asking for “more?” You're cool with what you have, but you can't wait to be blessed with more? When is the last time you looked around and noticed whether or not you're taking care of the amount you already have? Can you be trusted with more added to your plate? Let's talk! We're also gonna cut up and talk about the Bama Brawl, The Parkers, The Chi's new season and MORE!

Annnnnnd we're back!!! Season 4 of Chatting With Chanté is now in full swing and I am so excited! I have missed chatting with you all. There's some exciting things in store this season and I hope y'all are ready! I appreciate you guys so much! I love y'all!

Can y'all believe we have reached the final episode of season 3? The finale!!! The goal I set for this season was to record a new episode EVERY week this year and we did it!!!! I'm so grateful for each and every one of you who have tuned into my show. I'll be taking a break before recording season 4, but the content will still be coming! I love y'all so much. THANK YOU! (:

As we wrap up this year and this season, it was only right to have someone who is all about encouragement, helping others and trusting God in many different seasons of life. I had the pleasure of chatting with Alliyah Peterson about her incredible women's empowerment organization, “Becoming Divinely Her,” as well as trusting God in the waiting season and the important of taking care of our mental health. This episode is a real treat and I hope you all enjoy! Love y'all! (:

This episode did not go as planned, but I'm so glad it went in the direction that God led it to go! I know somebody out there needs to hear these messages! I love y'all. Keep going! (:

Don't give up on your dreams just because the first plan didn't work out. Sometimes you have to go to plan B. If that plan doesn't work out, then still don't give up. However, maybe you should step back and allow God's plan to happen. Love y'all, enjoy! (:

Happy December! I cannot believe we are in the last month of 2022. I pray November was great for you all. Listen, God can still move things around within these next 31 days before the new year. Don't get discouraged, FOCUS and keep believing. I love you! Enjoy! (:

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! You all know how super thankful and grateful I am for all of you!

Do you realize just how POWERFUL Our words are? Speak positively over your life and your circumstances. Speak kindly to other people- you never know what someone is going through. Also, be sure to not speak on things too prematurely. Not everyone is going to celebrate you in a genuine way. It's ok to have time to enjoy things for yourself before announcing it to the public. Love you, enjoy! (:

Our bodies will tell us when things aren't right. Like when we need food or water. It also tells us when we are stressed and need to relax. Listen to your body and be easy on yourself. I love you. Enjoy! (:

We often go through waiting periods/seasons, but what about when you're just uncertain of how things are going to play out for you? That's when you gotta put your faith in God into overdrive. Trust that He has a plan for your life. You're not supposed to know all the details of the plan, just say yes. God is building up our patience and our trust in Him. We need those core values and more to survive in the places He's taking us. Love y'all. Enjoy (:

It's time to stop sleeping on yourself and your ideas. God put that uniqueness inside of you for you to do something with it. You can't try to do things the way you see other people do it and expect the same results. Also, go into things without expectations. Just have the right intentions and be patient. Your hard work WILL pay off. Enjoy. Love you!

Chile. A few years ago, I was SO embarrassed at the nail salon because well…just listen and find out! Enjoy. Love y'all! (:

Get into the habit of speaking life over yourself and your circumstances. “I AM healthy.” “I AM a successful business owner.” “I AM happy.” Don't give up on your dreams, keep going and trust the process. Love you!

We're in the final stretch! Make these last 3 months of 2022 count. Do not get discouraged if certain goals haven't happened yet, a lot can happen between now and December 31st. Go over your lists. You got this. Love you!

I had the honor of chatting with an INCREDIBLE self-published author, Brian Welch. We discussed his new book, I'll Sit This Right Here, his upbringing in New Orleans, the benefits of therapy, red flags in relationships and SO MUCH MORE. Get comfy and enjoy! Love y'all!

My goals aren't the same as yours…yours aren't the same as theirs…that's ok. What's NOT ok is when we look down on the way other people view things because we don't view it the same way. Let's be intentional on how we interact with others when it comes to things we view as important in our personal lives. Love y'all. Enjoy!

Growing up, who inspired you? Who was someone you called a “role model?” It's normal to admire someone, but now it's time to start becoming your own role model. Take the necessary steps into becoming the person you've always wanted to be, in the most authentic way. Love y'all. Enjoy!

Learn to set healthy boundaries between yourself and others. Hiding your feelings and emotions from those who know and care about you does no good. Every day isn't going to be a great day, but it's a great day to keep going. I love y'all. Enjoy!

It's time to start living for you. Do what makes you happy. It's cool to take other peoples' feelings and thoughts into consideration sometimes, but what about your thoughts and feelings? Enjoy!

It's so exhausting trying to conform and compromise who you truly are to impress people. Stand firm in who you are. The people who you're supposed to be around, the places you are meant to be in and the opportunities you are meant to have will be there for YOU, not the person you pretend to be. Love you! Enjoy!

This episode was more laid back as I open the discussion of who is right and who is wrong is a specific situation. If you're a fan of the show, The Chi, then you know the drama that's surrounding Kiesha, Tiffany and Emmett. Who is right? Who is wrong? Let's talk! Enjoy!

This lowkey was all over the place (: however, the main point is you need to start living for yourself. Who is the person you want to become? What do you like? Who are you? Spend quality time alone and find out things about yourself. It's the worth it! Enjoy!

August is the 8th month in the year. Did you know the number 8 represents new beginnings? God is still able to work and do new things in our lives. Do not give up! There's still time to receive all the blessings He has in store for you. Enjoy!

We are one night away from Beyoncé releasing her album Renaissance. Now some folks haven't been acting right and started leaking stuff smh. However, I'm so excited for this new Bey era! How about y'all? Enjoy!

Keep going!! Keep posting, keep promoting, keep working…you never know who is watching you that can help elevate you. Don't give up, you're so close. I love you! Enjoy!

This week's episode is a story time about the time in 9th grade my drawstring ponytail slipped off during a cheer competition. I remember it like it was yesterday! Enjoy and have a good laugh!

As you can see from the title, this episode is all over the place. I'm not at home due to some work being done at my apartment, so I had to work with what I've got. Next week should be better! Use this time to check out any episodes you may have missed so far in this season or the two prior seasons. Love y'all, enjoy!

How has the first half of 2022 been treating you? Are you looking forward to the next half? If you haven't already, write down your goals. It's not too late to make a vision board. Your life has so much value and it's about to change in the most amazing ways. Love you! Enjoy!

A moment I've been praying about for the LONGEST has come- I am officially apart of the Donna's Recipe team! God only knows how long I've been wanting this and I'm so grateful for the opportunity. Let this be a reminder to always go after your dreams, be consistent, trust God's timing and never give up! It'll happen for you. Enjoy!

This past Sunday, on what was supposed to be a random trip to Target, turned out to be one of the most amazing experiences and conversations I've had this year. God really answers us in the most amazing ways. Enjoy!

We all like to be positive and upbeat as much as we can, but sometimes we don't feel that way and that's ok. Be true with your feelings and realize it's ok not to be ok. Enjoy!

This one is a little longer but it's my 2 year anniversary of hosting my podcast and I wanted to share the things I've learned thus far. I know SOMEBODY need to hear this! Thank you to everyone who has listened to my show and given me encouragement and support, I love y'all. Enjoy!

Don't give up on your goals. God gave them to you for a reason, but you gotta have the right amount of faith to activate them. All God wants is for us to have faith the size of a mustard seed. He's got us. Love y'all!

Hey y'all! I have SOOOO much to do in so little time, so this week's episode is a quick reminder for you to catch up on any episodes you may have missed or need to listen to. I'll be back next week with a full episode. Love y'all!

You ever tell somebody your big goals and dreams and their excitement isn't on the same level as yours? Don't be offended. They just can't see the vision the way you can and that's ok. Don't be discouraged, just keep working on your craft. I love you! Enjoy!

It's May, which mean it's time for the good old fashioned Spring Cleaning! However, decluttering your mental space is just as important as your physical space. Let's get right before the Summertime! Love y'all, enjoy!

The ideas that constantly go through your mind just might be the things we need. Put a plan into action and execute!

Quit putting a limit to your faith and God's ability to move in your life. Dream BIG. Have “unrealistic” goals…it'll blow your mind! Enjoy!

I'm realizing just how BIG the world really is. I want to go out and explore, create memories and have stories to tell. What about you? Enjoy!

These past few days, I've been feeling anxious about a certain thing I've been praying for. It's easy to get in our heads and overthink, but we gotta remain faithful and positive. Enjoy!

Burnout is real. It's ok to say no. You deserve to rest your mind and body. It's a must that we learn to recharge ourselves to be the best versions of ourselves. Enjoy!

Simply put, there is no need to chase or run after what God has already promised as yours. When you believe in what God has for you, you can walk proudly towards them.

Are you doing what you want solely to make money, get views and fame? Or are you doing it to fulfill God's plan for your life? Enjoy!

The more we try to control every single detail in our life, the longer we continue the cycle of feeling stuck, discouraged & disappointed. Invite God into every space into your life. Trust in His plan completely & watch your life change.