DFBG Mindset

In this episode, I’m talking with Dr. Daryl Johnson, affectionately known as Your Favorite Couples Therapist, she is a psychologist and relationship therapist in Washington, DC. She is the owner of her private practice In Session Counseling & Consulting, LLC. Dr.Daryl helps her clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life. She specializes in guiding singles and couples toward healthy relationships. When not at her private practice, she provides therapeutic services to incarcerated individuals in Washington, DC, is an adjunct psychology professor, and is a provider on the internet-based therapy platform, TalkSpace. During this episode, Dr. Daryl discussed:   How imposter syndrome showed up as she embarked on her journey into private practice  Her struggle with postpartum anxiety as a new mother and the #1 thing that has helped her in this season One of the main reasons why women struggle so much with setting boundaries  The importance of boundaries and the exact steps to take to to ask for what you need How our attachment styles show up in our relationships A common misconception about couples therapy  Unhealthy communication patterns that can be detrimental to our relationships  How to create space for “check-ins” in your relationship and what questions to ask your partner The importance of healing and being your own person prior to getting into a relationship And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Dr. Daryl is doing the work to make sure that we have healthy and thriving relationships, both platonic and romantic.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Resources for couples from The Gottman Institute/John Gottman: https://www.gottman.com/couples/products/ Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller: https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Science-Adult-Attachment-YouFind/dp/1585429139 Follow Dr. Daryl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdaryljohnson Check out Dr. Daryl website and other resources: www.drdaryljohnson.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m dishing on what’s been going on in my world for the past few months and how the struggle got too real...but God! From getting married to loss of a job, to trying to expand in Her Therapy Space and so much more. Tune in now to hear how my faith was the number one way I remained sane throughout it all.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I’m talking with Masiel Encarnación (also known as Massi) who is an Afro-Latina weight loss coach, fitness educator and the founder of The ConFITence Blueprint. Massi helps busy, ambitious WOC lose weight and feel great without limiting their diets. Her approach to wellness revolves around creating a healthy sustainable lifestyle without giving up our culture, our flavors or who we are. Massi teaches women in her community that healthy habits are built over time and not with a quick-fix-microwave mentality. She comes from a family where the gap in nutritional knowledge is often huge and becoming a weight loss coach helped solidify her mission to spread the knowledge of true health and fitness without the gimmicks. She created the ConFITence Blueprint, her premium group coaching program to help other women who look like her and come from similar backgrounds, take control of their lives and lose the weight for good. Her holistic Blueprint includes a mix of mental health, proper nutrition, and fitness. She aspires to inspire but will also keep it REAL - and cut through the bullsh*t that permeates the fitness industry. During this episode, Massi discussed:   Why a lot of WOC struggle with prioritizing themselves and their health and the top 3 struggles she sees with her clients  How a breakup propelled her into taking control of her health  Her struggle with perfectionism and imposter syndrome and how she shifted her mindset How coaching and mentorship relationships pushed her out of her comfort zone and into success Why mental health/mindset is the most important key to losing weight successfully Why dieting is the wrong way to go if you want sustainable weight loss Her signature ConFITence Blueprint framework  How to find a coach that’s best for you Practical steps that you can take immediately if you want to lose weight  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Massi is shattering myths and misconceptions about nutrition and fitness with the amazing work that she does.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Get Fit with Massi Podcast: https://www.getfitwithmassi.com/podcast Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Follow Massi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithmassi Join Massi’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/getfitwithmassi/ Check out Massi’s website and other resources: www.getfitwithmassi.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I’m talking with Daphne Valcin who is the founder of the “Business Launch Bootcamp,” a 90-day accelerated program for freelancers, coaches and consultants to start a business or grow a business they love that can give them the financial freedom they desire. Coach Daphne Valcin had a self-sustaining business after a little over one year in business, defying the statistic that 90% of startup businesses fail and bringing in revenues equivalent to a respectable salary after launching and while 9 months pregnant! Less than 1 ½ years after that, her monthly revenues doubled, and recently, now as a mother of a one-year-old and three-year-old, her monthly revenue was higher than her monthly income at her highest paying job, working just 20-25 hours a week.  As a seasoned mentor, professional speaker, certified group facilitator, and leadership and business coach, she has facilitated growth opportunities for thousands of people throughout the country through her work for more than a decade.  During this episode, Daphne discussed:   How going to therapy can be an essential tool in business  The challenges of being a first-time mom The importance of asking for help/support from others How she went from making $72 her first month in business to recently making revenues that were above her highest paying job’s monthly income. How she overcame the fear of asking for the sale How her business gives her the freedom to be a stay at home mom How she became a barrier breaker and the importance of doing so in business  How having a scarcity mindset impacted her sales and marketing early on in business What you need to know about investments as a business owner And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Daphne walks in her purpose on a daily basis everywhere she goes and how she has been blessed as a result.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  The Quantum Leap Strategy: https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Leap-Strategy-Price-Pritchett/dp/0944002080 The Sales Evangelist Podcast: https://thesalesevangelist.com/tse-podcast-sales-evangelist/ The Big Leap: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361 Take the Stairs: https://www.amazon.com/Take-Stairs-Steps-Achieving-Success/dp/0399537767 Michael Hyatt Podcast: https://michaelhyatt.com/leadtowin/ Consulting Fees Calculator: https://www.consultingsuccess.com/consulting-fees-calculator Follow Daphne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachdaphnevalcin Follow Daphne Valcin Coaching on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/daphnevalcincoaching Check out Daphne’s website and other resources: www.daphnevalcin.com  I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I’m talking with Marlena Banks who is a creator of relevant, faith-based resources that help forward-thinking Christian entrepreneurs execute their God-given big ideas. Her book, Big Idea Food, is a weekly devotional that serves up dope, biblical insights specifically designed to nourish entrepreneurs along their journey in business.  Since launching her book last year, she's started sending out a free weekly email devotional to her audience, sharing encouraging content through her social media platforms, speaking at inspirational events, and working one on one with purpose-driven brands to launch their big ideas.  Her ultimate mission is to elevate the influence of more creators of faith so that, together, they can positively impact our world at the level God intended.  During this episode, Marlena discussed:   How she got started as an entrepreneur and her passion for helping others execute on their big ideas  Big Idea Food and why she wrote it  Overcoming the hurdle of feeling like she had to be perfect in order to please God  Practical steps that she took to move towards walking in her purpose  How it’s helpful to take inventory of your skills and gifts  How she renews her mind consistently with God’s word and other ways  How connecting with God can look how you want it to look How she uses systems and organization to eliminate distractions and stay on task  Leaving her 9-5 and her transition into entrepreneurship full time  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Marlena uses the gifts that God has equipped her with to make an impact in the lives of so many other Christian entrepreneurs.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Spiritual Gifts Test: www.spiritualgiftstest.com  What Color is Your Parachute by Richard Bolles: https://www.amazon.com/What-Color-Your-Parachute-2020/dp/1984856561/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SOBGM8KV7896&keywords=what+color+is+your+parachute&qid=1575736447&s=books&sprefix=what+color+is+%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-1 The 12-Week Year by Brian Moran: https://www.amazon.com/12-Week-Year-Others-Months/dp/1118509234 Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 Follow Marlena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marlenabanks Follow Big Idea Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigideafood Check out Marlena’s website and other resources: www.bigideafood.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I’m talking with Shamese Campbell who is the owner and principal accountant of The General Ledger Group; a virtual accounting and financial development firm that equips small business owners with the confidence in understanding their financial story to increase the life and profitability of their business. From implementing accounting systems to creating custom profit strategies, Shamese specializes in alleviating the stress of back-office financial management by building solid tax-ready financial foundations that support the success of turning your passions into profit. Shamese encourages entrepreneurs to be Ledger Confident™ so that they can make more strategic business decisions to retire comfortably. I really enjoyed chatting with Shamese about her mission to increase financial literacy in the Black community.  During this episode, Shamese discussed:   How she’s overcoming perfectionism  Transitioning into full time entrepreneurship Her mission to impact the Black community and their money  How she retired her grandmother and acquired the family tax business  Top money mistakes small business owners makes  What Ledger Confidence™ is and how you can get there  Why it’s so hard for people to discuss finances and ask for help  What to do if you can’t afford to hire an accountant right now  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Shamese overcame some of her own money mistakes and equips others to do the same.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Trello: www.trello.com  17Hats: www.17hats.com  Follow Shamese on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shamese.campbell Follow The General Ledger Group on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegeneralledgergroup Check out Shamese’s website and other resources: www.thegeneralledgergroup.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m talking with Jessica Lauren who is a lifestyle + inspirational blogger over at NoRealJewelry.com, host of The Sunday Jumpstart Podcast, and a Goals Coach.  Jessica started her creative entrepreneurial journey in 2015–when she grew tired of dealing with the constant rejection in her acting career.  “I was tired of hearing no. So I created my own yes! I started NoRealJewelry as a creative outlet. Instead of waiting around for my agent to get me auditions I started to “book” myself and develop my own content for the blog. I was done asking for permission to create. So I took my power back and made my own opportunities. Life is so funny because once I created the blog I secured campaigns with the very brands that rejected me as an actor! Lol! As NRJ began to grow I discovered that I was passionate about encouraging other women to overcome their fears and pursue their God-given passions full force!”  Almost 4 years later and Jessica has turned her blog into a business. She just recently launched her 8-week coaching program-- The Goal Getter Sessions where she helps folks break their huge Beyonce sized goals down into actionable steps while holding them accountable to their commitments and get over mental roadblocks that prevent them from being high achieving #GoalGetters. She’s also hosted several workshops + panels, created a podcast, an online store and continues to build a blog that encourages women to not only dream big but to do the work to make their dreams come true.  Jessica is out here getting it okurrr! I love how candid she was during our interview and know that so many will be able to relate to some of her experiences.  During this episode, Jessica discussed:   How she’s currently on a journey of reconnecting and rediscovering herself How she’s unlearning things that no longer serve her and how to use her voice Being a recovering people pleaser  What self-care really looks like  How her work with No Real Jewelry has evolved over the years  How it took her 9 years to book her first professional acting gig and she didn’t give up despite the rejection time after time  Breaking free from a two-year situationship  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Jessica has pushed through all of the rejections and created her own lane.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  The Sunday Jumpstart Podcast: https://www.norealjewelry.com/category/podcast/ Getting out of Financial, Spiritual + Mental Debt with Kristin Sutton (my feature on Jessica’s podcast): https://www.norealjewelry.com/2019/01/20/episode-39-debt-free/ The Lowdown on Situationships with Natalie Lue Podcast Episode: https://www.norealjewelry.com/2019/07/28/episode-no-61-the-lowdown-on-situationships-with-natalie-lue/ Manifest Now by Idil Ahmed: https://www.amazon.com/Manifest-Now-Idil-Ahmed/dp/1732388504 Follow Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/norealjewelry/ Check out Jessica’s blog and other resources: https://www.norealjewelry.com/ I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I’m talking with Christian Mills, who is a woman of God, author, speaker and Founder of The Surrendered Life. The Surrendered Life is an online-based ministry purposing to help millennial women access the freedom and favor that comes with living a surrendered life.  Through Christian’s own journey of surrendering control to God when life got very tough and she could not make things happen in her own strength, she learned that freedom and favor come when you decide to put your life in God’s hands and let Him take the lead. I am grateful that I was able to sit down and chat with Christian as I believe her story is so very relatable and impactful.  During this episode, Christian discussed:   Why/how she started her online ministry and what it means to live a surrendered life  How she knew that it was personally time for her to surrender to God Tips to relinquish control and giving it to God Her book, Surrendered: It’s About Time You Let God Lead Why you have to stop taking things so personal  The importance of WAITING Growing up as a PK (preacher’s kid) and how it has shaped who she is today  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Christian finally let God have 100% control over her life and purpose.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Surrendered: It’s About Time You Let God Lead by Christian Mills: https://www.thesurrenderedlife.co/book Big Idea Food by Marlena Banks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Idea-Food-Devotional-Entrepreneurs/dp/1732315116 She Reads Truth: https://shereadstruth.com/ Follow Christian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiannmillss/ The Surrendered Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesurrenderedlife.co Check out Christian’s blog and other resources: https://www.thesurrenderedlife.co/ I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m talking with True Leigh Devine, who is a blogger, author, entrepreneur and so much more. For so many years, True struggled with finding her purpose. When people would ask what she wanted to be, she had no answer. For years she thought she was a mistake, that God purposefully created everyone but her. In her own journey to find purpose, she discovered that she wasn’t alone. So many others felt lost like her, and it drove them to make decisions that sometimes permanently affected their futures. She became passionate about helping others, especially young women, discover their purpose and live it. She currently shares her journey, and things that inspire her on her blog Whatsoever Things Are True, her YouTube channel, and her social media. I had such a great time gaining insight into how True has been finding purpose in “the small things” and using her platform to share what she learns along the way.  During this episode, True discussed:   What she has learned about herself since being in therapy How she challenges negative self-talk and fear  Tips for starting therapy for the first time How her passion for purpose was birthed through her struggle with finding hers  The importance of being relational in (content) writing How she stays organized and on top of her tasks  Stepping outside of her introvert comfort zone  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how True walks in her purpose by serving in all that she does.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Therapy for Black Girls: www.therapyforblackgirls.com Follow True on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yours_trueleigh Check out True’s blog and other resources: https://www.whatsoeverthingsaretruee.com/ True’s Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/trueleigh True’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/true.devine I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m talking with Jasmine Diane, who is a nationally recognized lifestyle blogger at JasmineDiane.com with a heart for teaching women how to boss up. She has been blogging for over 7 years, working with brands like Dove, Starbucks, Pepsi, KC Fashion Week and more. Most notable she was featured in Marie Claire magazine and named one of Kansas City's "30 Under 30" Honorees in 2017 by Ink Magazine.   Along with these honors, Jasmine was honored as this year's Young Advertising Professional of the Year at the Journey Awards, hosted by the American Advertising Federation of Kansas City. Additionally, she was honored as City of Truth Church's Salt & Light Award for her infectious joy and positive attitude. Jasmine regularly hosts networking brunches, known as “Brunchin’ with Jas” for young professionals in Kansas City. Over the past two years, she has hosted over 250 young professionals and was featured on the cover of Ink Magazine’s Brunch Edition last summer.  I’m so excited for Jasmine as she continues to walk in her purpose as a wife and business owner and to see what else she has up her sleeve!  During this episode, Jasmine discussed:   How looking for something to do after a breakup in college led her to where she is today How she didn’t let a lack of resources stop her from pursuing blogging  Insecurities that she has had to overcome along the way and how  Her struggle with post-grad depression The My Girl Stories Movement Her transition into being a new wife Some of the things she’s passionate about right now And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Jasmine juggles it all with style.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Follow Jasmine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejasminediane/ Follow My Girl Stories on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mygirlstories Check out Jasmine’s blog and other resources: https://www.jasminediane.com/ Check out the My Girl Stories Movement and Shop: www.mygirlstories.com Jasmine Diane’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejasminediane/ Jasmine Diane’s Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thejasminediane/ Jasmine Diane’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thejasminediane/ I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m talking with Rhea Whitney, who is a wedding and portrait photographer for the chic and modern creative and couple. She’s also super passionate about helping other creatives and photographers thrive in their entrepreneurial journies as she’s a vet in the game...Rhea has been a photographer for 8 years and full time for the last 4! I love how she has been able to grow her business during that time and utilize her gifts and talents to help educate others. In May of 2019, Rhea launched a digital course for rising photographers called “From Hobbyist to Pro” teaching the keys to building a solid photography business foundation and social media marketing strategies.  It is such a pleasure to watch her journey and I’m blessed to know her! I enjoyed getting into her journey and discussing some of the obstacles that she has had to overcome...all with GRACE and GRATITUDE.  During this episode, Rhea discussed:   How she went from being an auditor at a non-profit organization to running a thriving full-time photography and coaching business Why it’s imperative to stay true to who you are and what you’re passionate about as a creative Specific ways that she pushes through fear and doubt as it arises along the way Why it’s important to give yourself grace through it all  How she had to surrender to God’s will and be obedient  The importance of thinking about your thoughts  And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Rhea took a leap of faith and the impact that it has made in her life and the lives of others.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Follow Rhea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rheawhitney Check out Rhea’s work and services: www.rheawhitney.com A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson: https://www.amazon.com/Return-Love-Reflections-Principles-Miracles/dp/0060927488?ref_=ast_slp_dp The Bible App: https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer: https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Mind-Winning-Battle-Your/dp/0446691097 Daring Greatly by Brene Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Author-Daring-Greatly-04-2015-Paperback/dp/B01JKGLXD2/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1ZM2DTAAZH8SP&keywords=daring+greatly&qid=1571421328&s=books&sprefix=daring+%2Cstripbooks%2C146&sr=1-3 Braving the Wilderness by Brene Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Braving-Wilderness-Brene-Brown-Book/dp/B07Q7Q2LJM/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Braving+the+Wilderness+by+Brene+Brown&qid=1571421395&s=books&sr=1-2 Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield: https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Pressfield-Turning-Create-Paperback/dp/B01FODA21Y/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=turning+pro&qid=1571421420&s=books&sr=1-3 Secrets of Six-Figure Women by Barbara Stanny: https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Six-Figure-Women-Surprising-Strategies/dp/0060933461/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3DM9RVPUM617T&keywords=secrets+of+a+six+figure+women&qid=1571421459&s=books&sprefix=secrets+of+a+six+fi%2Cstripbooks%2C139&sr=1-1 The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2A0ALJQ65ITTA&keywords=the+four+agreements+by+don+miguel+ruiz&qid=1571421498&s=books&sprefix=the+four+a%2Cstripbooks%2C157&sr=1-2 Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller: https://www.amazon.com/Building-StoryBrand-Clarify-Message-Customers/dp/0718033329/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1YHQMYXM8HNEL&keywords=building+a+storybrand+donald+miller&qid=1571421547&s=books&sprefix=building+a%2Cstripbooks%2C147&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyOVc5SlU0TzFXQUdUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTc0NjIzTU9HVVNFVVVRRU9BJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwOTM0NTkySkZHODE2OE1aOUtCJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Money Master the Game by Tony Robbins:  https://www.amazon.com/MONEY-Master-Game-Financial-Freedom/dp/1476757860/ref=sr_1_2?crid=12JF6RP1GGPL8&keywords=money+master+the+game&qid=1571421576&s=books&sprefix=money+mast%2Cstripbooks%2C143&sr=1-2

In this episode, I’m talking with Zandile Chiwanza aka Za Knows, who is a journalist and financial wellness champion based in Toronto, Canada. She writes about her journey on the road to financial independence and educates on how others can do the same based on her personal experiences. Her candidness and passion for personal finance make her very relatable and fun to learn from. I enjoyed chatting with her as she is someone near and dear to my heart and I wanted you to get to know her for yourself.  During this episode, Zandile discussed:   What financial wellness is Why it’s imperative to get your mind right in order to get your money right  The importance of creating the conversation about money  How to pitch yourself How she personally started turning her financial habits around and how you can too And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Zandile overcame those stinkin’ limiting beliefs and started walking boldly in her purpose to serve others through her writing.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  The Wealthy Barber - https://www.amazon.com/Wealthy-Barber-Updated-3rd-Commonsense/dp/0761513116 Money After Graduation Blog - https://www.moneyaftergraduation.com/ Check out Zandile’s writing and learn more about her journey to financial freedom: https://medium.com/@ZandileChiwanza Follow Zandile on Instagram: www.instagram.com/zaknows Follow Zandile on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zaknows I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, I’m talking with Melena S. DeFlorimonte, who is the owner and lead photograpHER of M. Shonell Photography. She is a self-taught, natural light photographer with a passion for capturing beautiful people and priceless moments. Always fascinated with photography, Melena acquired her first camera at the tender age of 12 and has had a love affair with photography since then. With continual self-study, practice, and mentorship from several amazing photographers, she honed her craft and found her style.  During this episode, Melena discussed:   Why investing in your craft is imperative and a non-negotiable  The importance of utilizing your support network and asking for help when needed  Pushing through fears and doubt that she has felt throughout her entrepreneurship journey Incorporating more of her love for food in the work that she does  How lack of accountability breeds procrastination And so much more! Tune in now to hear how Melena nurtured her craft of photography and pushed through the fear that came along on her journey.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Check Melena’s website out for more information and resources: www.mshonellphoto.com Follow Melena on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mshonellphoto Follow Melena on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mshonellphoto/ Honeybook Client Management System: www.honeybook.com  I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, you can find me having a blast chatting it up with Charmayne Carter. Charmayne is an author, speaker, event planner, community development leader, and the Founder of Wife Up, Inc. She’s extremely passionate about seeing women and couples pursue their God-given purposes. Wife Up is a 501(C)(3) women’s marriage empowerment nonprofit organization that seeks to prepare single women; equip engaged women; and support married women in their pursuit of success in marriage.  During this episode, Charmayne discussed:   How you become a wife well before saying I Do How she had to overcome doubts about being a newlywed and starting Wife Up Why it’s important to pursue your vision prior to getting married Knowing what your sex threshold is Being grateful for the process And so much more! Tune in to hear how Charmayne pursued her vision and to learn what it takes to have a successful marriage.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Check Charmayne’s website out for more information and resources: www.wifeupinc.com Follow Wife Up on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wife.up Follow Wife Up’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WifeUPInc/?eid=ARBQk6WADKa_sTudhaip9GRmbpTzsldQ3hF8zN3A9YV5-Q-Kvc6eTCxGUZIYOk9E7bTcwbMrK1vXtR6b Join the Wife Up Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/503008666537199/ Get your copy of Charmayne’s book ‘#KeepGoing: A Visionary’s Playbook to Prevent Burnout’: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1729467423 The Five Love Languages: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Love-Languages-Heartfelt-Commitment/dp/B00C7ETAC6/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3KWJWXOO3JXPP&keywords=the+five+love+languages&qid=1563544197&s=books&sprefix=the+five+%2Cstripbooks%2C199&sr=1-10 The Founder’s Mentality: https://www.amazon.com/Founders-Mentality-Overcome-Predictable-Crises-ebook/dp/B01BO6QMC8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GUHNFZ6T4LO9&keywords=the+founder%27s+mentality&qid=1563544246&s=books&sprefix=the+founder%27s+men%2Cstripbooks%2C123&sr=1-1 The Power of the Pussy: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Pussy-Respect-Commitment-Relationship-ebook/dp/B0085YBTEO/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KWCTBJFY0ZFG&keywords=the+power+of+the+pussay&qid=1563544273&s=books&sprefix=the+power+of+the+pus%2Cstripbooks%2C132&sr=1-1 I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, you can find me chatting it up with Whitney Mcnulty, an author, dancer, empowerment speaker, freedom coach and a mental health advocate. Whitney helps men & women break FREE from mental bondage so that they may live their most healed, abundant and purposeful lives. During this episode, Whitney talked about: What her purpose as a Freedom Coach is How she struggled with insecurities about her body and weight until she went on a healing journey What the healing process may look like The importance of being vulnerable and the power of authenticity Tools to utilize through the healing journey How her book ‘Alive’ has been therapeutic for herself and others And so much more! Tune in to get all of the nuggets that Whitney gave if you’re looking to level up in your confidence and heal from past pain and insecurities. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check Whitney’s website out for more information and resources: www.whitneymcnulty.com Follow Whitney on Instagram: www.instagram.com/whitmcwrites Follow Whitney on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSjg47ccX82p72M63r0M6qA Get your copy of Whitney’s new book ‘ALIVE: A Poetic (Re)Collection of Healing’: https://whitneymcnulty.com/shop/ I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

In this episode, you can find me chatting it up with Precious K. Williams, the founder of Simply Passionate Life, which is a lifestyle brand and motivational media outlet for ambitious women. Precious is a Joy Influencer, a counselor and speaker who is on a mission to teach women how to find their passion, prioritize wellness and live joy-filled lives. During this episode, Precious talked about: How she went from a size 20 to a size 10 and regained control over her life How getting closer to God helped her find her authentic self The importance of taking inventory of your life Why slow growth is a good thing along with the failures What to do when you start doubting what you’re doing in business How to choose joy every single day And so much more! Tune in to get all of the gems she dropped practical strategies that you can start implementing immediately to see some changes in your life and business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check Precious’ website out for more information and resources: www.simplypassionatelife.com Follow Precious on Instagram: www.instagram.com/simplypassionatelife Check out Maya Elious if you need assistance with crafting your message: www.mayaelious.com or follow her at www.instagram.com/mayaelious Get your copy of the book ‘Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full: Gospel Meditations for Busy Moms’ by Gloria Furman: https://www.amazon.com/Treasuring-Christ-When-Your-Hands/dp/1433538881 I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! www.instagram.com/kristinsuttonlpc Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

“First and foremost, a start-up puts you on an emotional roller coaster unlike anything you have ever experienced. You flip rapidly from day-to-day — one where you are euphorically convinced you are going to own the world, to a day in which doom seems only weeks away and you feel completely ruined, and back again. ⁣ Over and over and over. And I’m talking about what happens to stable entrepreneurs. There is so much uncertainty and so much risk around practically everything you are doing. The level of stress that you’re under generally will magnify things incredible highs and unbelievable lows at whiplash speed and huge magnitude. Sound like fun?”⁣ -Marc Andreessen⁣⁣ Entrepreneurship can take a huge toll on your mental wellbeing. the sleepless nights. isolation. overwhelm. anxiety. feeling like you’re not good enough. the fear. ⁣ In this episode, I dish on 6 practical ways to boost your mood and improve your overall mental health so that you can flourish on this journey called life. If your mental health is jacked up, so is everything else! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Need an accountant and trusted confidant for your business? Check out Shamese Campbell of The General Ledger Group: www.thegeneralledgergroup.com Grab your Five Minute Journal here: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=837339.59df8 Book your 20-minute complimentary consultation for therapy/coaching here: https://kristinsutton.as.me/?appointmentType=7553829 I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I discuss the importance of seeing a therapist as an entrepreneur. There are a ton of benefits that impact your quality of life both personally and professionally. Tune into this episode to discover those benefits and hear more about how you can get started on your journey! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book your 20-minute complimentary consultation here: https://kristinsutton.as.me/?appointmentType=7553829 I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

“You have to be ready to unravel your fears...” - Dr. Alixis Rhodes In this episode, we have a candid conversation about some of the fears that we had to unravel and conquer and ways that you can do the same. This is Part 2 off a 4 part series titled SACREDconversations, that will be going down for the entire monh of April. Dr. Alixis S. Rhodes is a self-published author of The Rhode To Success: 31 Days of Self-Reflecting. One of her purposes in life is to help people understand the importance of incorporating healthy mental health practices so that people can live a vibrant and successful life that is defined on their own terms. Dr. Rhodes is currently a professor at a college where she teaches Interpersonal Communication and Diversity & Racial Issues. She is also one of the founders of No Black Girl Left Behind. It was created due to the disconnect amongst black women with uplifting each other towards achieving their goals, connecting, and becoming a strong support system for one another. Dr. Rhodes has extensive experience working with individuals with severe mental illnesses, individuals in the criminal justice system, as well as families and children in the foster care system. Tune into this episode to step into one of the many conversations that we have during our time together and get your life! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the SACREDspace Seminar Series & get your ticket (DC, NYC, ATL): www.kristinsuttonlpc.com/sacredspace Get your copy of The Rhode to Success: 31 Days of Self-Reflecting here: https://www.amazon.com/Rhode-Success-31-Days-Self-Reflecting/dp/1943586020/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_2?keywords=the+rhode+to+success%3A+31+days&qid=1554672924&s=gateway&sr=8-2-fkmrnull Follow Dr. Alixis Rhodes on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.arhodes www.noblackgirlleftbehind.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com  

“How often do we surrender to our authentic selves? - Dr. Alixis Rhodes In this episode, I have one of my good friends join us, Dr. Alixis Rhodes as we talk about what it looks and feels like to be authentic. We’re kicking off a 4 part series titled SACREDconversations, that will be going down all month long. Dr. Alixis S. Rhodes is a self-published author of The Rhode To Success: 31 Days of Self-Reflecting. One of her purposes in life is to help people understand the importance of incorporating healthy mental health practices so that people can live a vibrant and successful life that is defined on their own terms. Dr. Rhodes is currently a professor at a college where she teaches Interpersonal Communication and Diversity & Racial Issues. She is also one of the founders of No Black Girl Left Behind. It was created due to the disconnect amongst black women with uplifting each other towards achieving their goals, connecting, and becoming a strong support system for one another. Dr. Rhodes has extensive experience working with individuals with severe mental illnesses, individuals in the criminal justice system, as well as families and children in the foster care system. Tune into this episode to step into one of the many conversations that we have during our time together and get your life! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the SACREDspace Seminar Series & get your ticket: www.kristinsuttonlpc.com/sacredspace Follow Dr. Alixis Rhodes on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.arhodes www.noblackgirlleftbehind.com I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I share a few things that I do when I’m feeling discouraged. We all get discouraged from time to time, but it doesn’t mean we have to stay in that place. Check out this episode to find out how you can pull yourself out of that feeling and keep pressing on. I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, Kristin discusses how the fear of success is a dream killer and how a lot of people are actually afraid of what comes along with success. It's simply a collection of fears that hit hard on an emotional level that prevent us from moving towards our dreams. Tune in to hear about these fears and how they may manifest in your life. This episode's takeaway: DO IT SCARED! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:  Skyrocket Your Success Coaching Program - www.kristinsuttonlpc.com/coaching I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, I dish on how I had to work on challenging limiting beliefs that I was experiencing to include: – “I didn’t study finance, so who am I to be teaching on it?” – “I’m still going through my journey, how can I help others?” – “I’m not valuable enough.” There’s 3 ways that I actually challenged those beliefs and ultimately completely eliminating that way of thinking. Those were all lies that I warped into facts. Here’s how to challenge the “I’m not valuable enough” way of thinking… Look at what you already are skilled at and determine how you can apply them to the work that you want to do. I realized that my psychology background and expertise was applicable to money management and that this unique perspective was indeed valuable. This boosted my confidence and showed me that I could help people regardless of not studying finance. Get even more educated on the industry that you are in or want to be in. This increased my knowledge about finances and my skillset and as a result that was a major confidence boost as well. I was able to better serves my clients and my audience. Do the actual work! Once I started to put myself out there and share my journey, people started to notice me in the personal finance industry. I gained a loyal following. I got recognized often for the work that I did. I was able to attract the people that I was called to serve. All of these things challenged my belief system because I was seeing results that proved what I thought to be lies. I helped dozens of people even while I was still on my own journey. I saw that I was valuable because I was getting noticed for my unique take on money. TUNE IN TO THIS EPISODE TO HEAR MORE ABOUT HOW YOU CAN OVERCOME THESE BELIEFS TOO! I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

In this episode, Kristin dishes on how we have the power to choose what we want and don’t want in our lives. Unfortunately, we often get stuck in a place where we feel like we have to keep certain people in our lives, or stay in an unhappy situation, or work a job that we hate. Guess what? You have the power of choice! Tune in to hear how you can start seeing immediate changes in your life all by making the decision to choose differently. Mentioned in this episode: The Five Minute Journal I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com

Welcome to The DFBG Mindset Podcast! In this episode, Kristin shares a little bit of her journey and why she started this podcast. I’d love for you to leave a review and stay connected with me @kristinsuttonlpc over on Instagram! Have any questions for me or just wanna show me some love? Send me an email: hello@kristinsuttonlpc.com