Patricia hosts the Ask Patricia Show and the Real Love Show. These shows are always inspirational and broadcast with women in mind; who want the best in life and are determined to achieve the goals and live the dreams, with a little bit of help, faith and perspiration!
This episode is all about not allowing the small stuff to overwhelm you.How to get out and stay out of the dumps.How to get back in tune with the real you.How to raise your energy and get back to enjoying life.
During Lockdown Living, how has the experience of enforced separation from friends, family and colleagues affected you?Did you know that skin to skin contact is essential for mental, emotional and physical health?Are you that person who everybody assumes is strong ajd okay? If so, how are you going through these unusual times? Are people looking for help from you and not seeing you need support yourself?What do you expect from your friends and what happens to your friendship when those expectations go unmet?Have you ever voiced your expectations? Is it fair to be upset when nobody knows you need support if you have never asked?How do leaders get support without judgement foe showing vulnerability? Who holds space for them?Listen in....
On this episode, I talk about being okay with not being Okay.Recognising that I didn't have to carry on with business as usual and it was healthy to give into my feelings.It was an extreme act of self care to say no to demands on my time and energy which I felt unable to fulfil.I also talk about my experience of being with my mother as she transitioned. A time of unbelievable transcendance.Listen in....
A highly inspirational and empowering show with Dr Patricia sharing from a List of 100 Ways to Maintain your Positive Wellbeing despite the pressures. Together with music from the best in her SelfCare Playlist, here is a show to brighten your day. Listen in....
After all the attention to self care and self love, have we yet accepted our own bodies? Do you love the way you look? Or are you still chasing impossible ideals? Chatting with Chrys-Ann Ambrose, listen in.....
How connected are you, first to yourself and to those around you? In these times of social distancing do you miss the hugs, the touches, the cuddles? How important is it for a human being to connect with another, how does the lack of connection affect us? Carolyn and I discuss. Listen in.....
Self care, pampering, self-nurture appears to be a process. Apparently it doesn't take place overnight. It takes a recognition, an acknowledgement of the need for personal change and the willingness to resist the status quo. Self-sabotaging behaviours can rear their heads. On this show we talk openly about where we are, our own wake-up calls and our journey so far. Listen in.....
Time to recharge those batteries. Enter the self-love zone with Chrys-Ann
Netisha Alie-Grant is the special guest. Stirring conversation on life changing decisions and how to adjust to the changes. Also,one of the very major and important hats to balance, PARENTHOOD. Discussion and tips on living a balanced life.
Chrys-Ann does a deep dive into her best selling book Unique Pieces of the Masterpiece, taking us through the process of true self acceptance. If you are ready to do the inner work that leads to self love, listen in....
Rising from the ashes of broken dreams. When life shatters your best laid plans, how do you muster the physical and emotional energy and strength to pick yourself up, straighten your crown and start over? My guest, IFBB Figure Pro body builder, Rosian Warrington and I will discuss the importance of having a solution based mindset and how she used the broken pieces of her dreams as tools to build an unexpected lucrative career that she never imagined possible.
On this episode I share several lessons I have taken away from the life of the lady known as "the Voice" Whitney Elisabeth Houston. Asking, "Can I be Me?", we break down the need to put forth that question on Whitney's behalf. So many useful takeaways. What turmoil did Whitney go through as she tried to be the image that her record company created for her. How do you experience joy when you are being inauthentic? How does this affect you mentally and emotionally in the long run? In order to gain real success, the necessity of being yourself and not a construct put together by someone else or to please someone else is number one. That's where your power is. That's where your authority is. That's where your success is. As you pursue your life are you being true to you? Listen in...
Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) and pedophilia have been in our news particularly as of late. Although often shrouded in secrecy, we must have these conversations. The perpetrators cannot continue to feel safe and protected by silence, however on this show we focus on the survivors and recovery. My guest, CSA Survivor Lyman A. Montgomery, talks of his own same sex abuse when he was 11 by a trusted professional. He talks of the many years of feeling broken, feeling ashamed, feeling there was something wrong with him. He speaks about his prison of self-blame. He tells of the mask he wore of accomplishment. But he also tells us about the change that took place when he made the decision to take part in his own healing. Listen in.....
#IWM2020 Chrys-Ann and Patricia consider the achievements of women over the years and celebrate them. We also ask whether a strong woman in business will be called the "B" Word? As well, we look at Kim Kardashian and examine how she has become this dynamic business woman despite inauspicious beginnings. Are there lessons we can learn from her? What are the qualities women need to succeed in "a man's world"?
Part 2 This branding masterclass covers: Building your brand through effective use of social media; Avoiding over saturation yet keeping your brand visible; How to brand to attract high paying clients; How to create a detailed client avatar; Building the foundations of your brand before marketing your brand; And so much more. Listen in....
Well, music truly can be a sound track to our lives. On this episode Dr Ryeal takes us through five stages of love. He starts from 'the first time ever I saw your face', to 'Only You', then all the way to 'trouble in Paradise'. Listen in as he helps us prepare for love so we don't have to repair.
Learn how to fall in love with you as Chrys-Ann and I talk about SELF-LOVE and look at some of the self-sabotaging habits that can often get in the way. Listen in
Part 1 Patricia and Lakisha present this episode which is a masterclass on Branding. Lakisha explains the power of building a personal brand as well as a business brand. We also look at the common branding mistakes entrepreneurs make and how you can avoid them. Plus best tips on growing your brand if you are an introvert. Listen in.....
Today the ladies talk about The Imposter Syndrome. It's interesting just how many successful people experience this on a regular basis. For example, did you know that both Maya Angelou and Shonda Rhimes related to it? Between them Patricia and Lynette look at where this Syndrome stems from, how it works and what can be done. Listen in....
Dr Ryeal joins the show and chats with host Patricia Benjamin breaking down the science behind why we do what we do in relationships. He explains the role of chemistry and attraction between the sexes as well as how the body seeks out what it wants. Also, what happens when "you've lost that loving feelin'"? Is it over? Is that the end of the relationship? All this and more. Listen in.....
Chrys-Ann and Patricia are in conversation on the effects of emotional stress. They talk about the stress of having to appear positive when you would much prefer talking about how you really feel. They question whether the stereotype of the "strong black woman"is dangerous to her emotional well-being. And does the pressure of being stressed undermine the fortitude needed to achieve your personal goals? What happens when inevitably 'something starts to give'? Listen in.....
Talking to Rosemary about the various ways we can become overwhelmed or filled with inner anxiety. We also examine ways we can effectively deal with these emotions. Rosemary shares some of her story which included finding herself bankrupt and being too ashamed to tell anyone; on the outside everything looked great but inside she was experiencing feelings of brokenness, failure and depression. She also discovered she was pregnant. Find out how she dealt with her situation and how things stand now. Listen in......
Today we look at grief and how it affects us and the people around us. How does life go on, can things ever be the same? Dilys shares her experience after the recent loss of her husband. She has written a moving book, Not This Widow, which is an intimate and poignant memoir of the loss of a much-loved husband and father. Her book reveals the role that tradition, culture and customs can play and pressures they can cause to those who are grieving. Listen in....
Here we talk about emotional well-being and mental health. A topic that has been brought to our attention as the UK focuses on Harry and Meghan. We ask the question whether it is okay to say that you are not okay. Is okay to choose yourself and establish boundaries for your own peace of mind despite what others think? We also ask why people are so uncomfortable when tackling the issue of racism? Can we really fix a problem we refuse to acknowledge. Listen in.....
Have you ever gone through a setback of any kind? How tough was it for you to come back afterwards? My guest on today's Show is Shana Lewis. She has a story to share. She is a survivor of 5 brain operations; she has had to learn to walk and talk again. She lives with two shunts inside her brain pumping fluid off the brain on a daily basis to keep her alive. Listen in
Together we talk about the role of confidence and healthy self esteem as it impacts how we go about our daily living. Lynette also talks about coming to her own crossroads in life where she had to find the confidence and find the courage to step up and step out to do what she believed she was always destined to do. Listen in....
On this show I am in conversation with the beautiful Teuta Avdyli and today we talk about living your life on a mission. Teuta tells me about a defining moment in her life which changed everything and led to the writing of her popular book, Born to Stand Out, Not to Fit In. Listen in.....
The day started normally enough and my guest was making an early start (7am) that Christmas Eve. She goes into the bathroom and suddenly everything goes black. The next thing she knows she is waking up out of a coma. During which she goes through 5 cardiac arrests, multiple organ failure, burst liver, 9 blood clots, collapsed lung, sepsis, pronounced brain dead. Yet here she is, sharing her story; she also tells us what she was experiencing whilst in the coma. Listen in... #afterlife #Nde #miracles #prayer
If you're tired of being held back from really pursuing your dreams and desires, this show will help you to identify where those beliefs come from and how you can replace them with empowering beliefs that propel you towards your goals. Your destiny is too strong to let these limitations get the best of you. Highly inspirational show with music from Jennifer Hudson, Tramaine Hawkins, Yolanda Adams, Sounds of Blackness,Chantae Cann,and more.
Resilience seems to be the key to succeeding especially when circumstances seem to demand the very most from you. Having resilience is that ability to recover and continue towards the destination. On this show I am in conversation with Ijante as we say that our trials are often the making of us and indeed when we come through them we are qualified to help someone else come through too.
Can we be both spiritually minded and entrepreneurially minded? Do the two go together? Does one detract from the other? Can we be spiritually grounded but yet seek wealth creation. What are your thoughts on this? I share mine on this episode. Listen in..... Music from Candi Staton, Michelle Williams, Kelly Price and Prince.
A show full of high vibration that will raise your frequency, uplift your spirit and encourage your heart. The focus is on purpose and the journey to your true destiny and calling. In the show I talk about my journey and my faith walk into purpose and calling. Music from Isaac Carre, Michelle Williams, Kirk Franklin, Vanessa Bell Armstrong and Fred Hammond.
Jemma says she grew believing her dad was her hero. But when her mother died and left him to bring her up along with her 4 siblings, life changed. He was no longer her hero but a very strict disciplinarian. She felt bereft of the love she needed. Now she realises that, for her dad, putting food on the table and keeping the roof over their heads was his way of showing love. The tough discipline was his way of caring. Jemma says she now realises a lot of their issues were rooted in the past and was about much more than just them. Listen in.....
With so much talk about motivation and inspiration, a wonderful thing is to stay close to the source of the greatest inspiration which is our Creator. The source of all life and every living breathing thing is always open and available to us. This means learning how to quiet down and tune in to our spirit and thereby connect to God. This show discusses various ways we can keep aligned to our destiny and purpose and stay on track, as we develop spiritually. Listen in..... Songs: Sinach, WayMaker; Joshua Mills, Glory for your Future; Prince: Love thy Will be done.
What happens when life feels like it's gone belly up and you're lying flat on your back wondering what happened? It's at times like these you can begin to lose hope and life becomes a daily struggle just to keep going. Talking of her own experiences, Ijante starts to share her journey and how she came through by picking up the pieces. Listen in....
Teressa will be sharing her story of marrying her first love looking forward to a beautiful life together but that turned out not to be the case. Years later after experiencing cheating, abandonment, abuse, challenges to faith, Teressa is beginning to pick up the pieces. But how has all this affected her emotionally and mentally and even physically? What has been the impact on her young family? How do you heal and go on to have a happy and fulfilling life from there? Find out as Teressa speaks openly and candidly. Dr Ryeal Simms comes with his expert insight and guidance to provide coaching on how to love yourself again and how to repair and prepare for new love. Listen in..... #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #selfcare #womensempowerment #relationships #firstlove #inlove
Have you experienced hurt and trauma? How have you dealt with it? Did you find a mask to wear; did you hide behind the lipstick; did you self-medicate? Kim talks about her own journey from abuse and shame into purpose and significance. Listen in...
The Power List discusses women's issues today including the #MeToo and #Timesup Movement, Equal Pay with regard to race as well as gender, the need for mentors and question how real is the sisterhood.
Discussing black love and self-acceptance with wellness coach Sherrie-Lyn Lilley
Join me,Tarinna Olley,Wayne Boucaud and Carolyn Morris-Walker as we discuss our views on this super hero blockbuster and what it has to add to the wider conversation and black narrative
Pastor Tanya is on the Real Love Show discussing her best selling book The Slab. The story of a young black girl who tries to run from her blackness, she becomes a coroner, and faces all her issues on The Slab. This show discusses the way people stuff down their issues ( suicide, abortion, divorce, etc) and the way it affects their lives until they deal with them.
This dynamic couple came to the UK and we have not been the same since. They join me in the studio with their moving testimony rooted in sadness, strength, courage and triumph. Listen in....
Author and Motivational Speaker Gwen J is in conversation about overcoming challenges as you go through life yet not giving up. As a survivor of Hurricane Katrina Gwen is particularly qualified to speak to these matters, having lost everything. Plus we look at ways to encourage yourself when circumstances threaten your faith and future.
Speaking on how to move to your next level when those around you are still clinging to the emotional familiarity of the old you. And you should allow just anyone who thinks they can to speak into your life and destiny. Plus how can you capitalise on the lessons you learned from past seeming failure. Listen in
How good are you at having a positive high vibrational conversation with yourself? How do you speak to yourself about yourself? My guest tells me the root reason for her self loathing in her teens and the mental strain it caused.... How hard is it to have a body that feels like nothing is functioning the way it's supposed to! All this and more as I speak with special guest Rio Gibbs founder of Body Language, a lifestyle enhancement experience.
Are you thinking of slowing down as the end of the Year is in view? Why not speed up instead, gain a second wind, and sprint over the finish line? Why not finish strong? Now is the ideal time to put the moves on 2018. #Letsgo With music from Shelby J, Jekalyn Kerr get inspired strategies for your year ahead. Listen in....
Here we talk with wellness coach Sherrie-Lyn Lilly about moving from the mindset of victim to Victor. What is a Victim, What are the Signs of Trauma How to Change your Mindset to one of hope and more. Listen in....
Having a conversation with founder of Mindstyle brand, Lipstick on a Glass, Carisse Hollett. Here Carisse tells me about the road from rejection, toxic love, teen pregnancy to Business Manager, Confidence Coach and Author. Listen in...
Coach Lisa Sunshine shares some of personal journey to being a Life Coach who deals in hope. She also talks about the 4 types of mentors you need in your life and business if you truly want to be successful. Also Singer/Songwriter Sandra Donald drops by to tell us about her brand new book and why it's your time. Listen in
Patricia enjoys a fun and engaging conversation with Kim Berry, a celebrity hairstylist who was also the hairstylist to Prince for 28 years. Kim describes a typical day working with Prince, the conversations they had over the years as well as the strong faith he had that was very important to him. A small insight into the man behind the music. Listen in.....
This highly inspirational show finds Dr Patricia sharing the heart of this book. A very motivational piece which will have you reaching for the very most that life can give you.
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