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I believe the world collectively is on a healing journey - a journey that includes addressing past traumas, developing a better sense of self, and simply becoming the highest and best expression of oneself. While being healed and whole is the epitome of living your best life - it comes with its set of challenges.  Host and award-winning broadcast journalist, Cameo King, sits down with Danielle Moore, licensed mental health therapist of the Refresh Wellness Center and Uncouched Therapy to discuss what truly happens as you heal. They share how people, places, and things that were once familiar can become foreign and leave you alone.

This conversation was nothing I expected but everything we needed. writer, journalist, and host of the History of Being Black Podcast J Hall tweeted, "Most men say they desire peace in a relationship when in reality, they're really demanding order." This unfiltered perspective was expansive enough to make you laugh, think, and reconsider how Black love and are loved. Listen to the conversation with host Cameo King as they both challenge the concept of peace, masculinity, and the needs of Black men in relationships.

In one of the most transparent conversations on the Good Girl Podcast, a journalist and mother of two shares her journey to admitting she was an alcoholic. Paulette Parker candidly opens up about the ups and downs of using wine as a coping mechanism and how it brought her to "rock bottom." If you would like help head to aa.org

Yes! You read that correctly. CAMEO LYN DIANE SHANEKA KING (only one of those is my middle name ...LOL...but you FEEL me now, don't you?) was invited to be a guest on THEE Red Table Talk hosted by the Jada Pinkett Smith!  This Good Girl Podcast episode is all about what I got to say and didn't say and my behind-the-scenes experience while appearing on the national award-winning platform! The name of the Red Table Talk episode is "How to Find and Keep a Healthy Relationship" with appearances from Devon Franklin, Stephan Speaks, Matthew Hussey, and Lewis Howes (and me

No one ever truly prepared me for changes, evolution, and even the ending of cherished friendships. Friendships with people who've known my spirit and my heart at different phases of my life. Unfortunately, friendships ending is something that will inevitably continue to happen as we grow and evolve into the best version of ourselves.  Listen as host & award-winning journalist, Cameo King sits down with her bestie, Danielle Moore, mental health therapist of the Refresh Wellness Center, and UnCouched Therapy talk about the real reasons our friendships and relationships are ending, especially now.   Share a confession and stay connected with us HERE

The idea of surrendering seems like something only the weak do, an indicator that I didn't want it bad enough, or that I didn't simply have what took to get to my goal. But that couldn't be further from the truth. Surrendering takes a deep-seated belief that first, my humanity will fail me and second there is something greater and more powerful backing me. Listen to the show opener with a confession on surrendering from award-winning journalist and The Good Girl Podcast host, Cameo King. Cameo walks you through the delicate dance and tussle that happens right at the intersection of control & God, before the surrender. Be sure you stay connected here

Motherhood is a hood that is not for the weak or faint of heart. It's hood that takes a person on a journey of self-awareness, sacrifice, and uncompromising love however it's a journey that most, if not all, are not prepared for. Many have questioned their sanity, purpose, and even wondered if they could "push the child back in the hole." This week's confession address the truth for many women regretting the process of motherhood but not the child. Show host & award-winning journalist, Cameo King sits down with her bestie, licensed mental health therapist of Refresh Wellness Center and UnCouched Therapy, Danielle Moore, and unpacks the confession, "If I would have known what I know now, motherhood would have never been on the table for me."

Parenthood challenges us in ways we never imagined. It challenges our integrity, character, and even the depths of our love. But what happens when we realize we aren't the parent we thought we would be or claim to be? Listen to this unearthing confession from Armond Carr, radio personality and founder & CEO of the Bay-Area based non-profit All Tied up. He candidly shares how he was at one point, a toxic father.

This is part 2 of the conversation "How you play a role in your own suffering." In part 1, host Cameo King along with The Boundaries Coach Reka, explore how we more oftentimes than not play a role in our suffering. Part 2 takes a deeper dive into the ways most of us have played a role in our own suffering, without even knowing it. 

The consistent disappointments of failed relationships, lack of progress in your goals, and life just not happening the way you expect - can feel like suffering. It can feel like a dreadful experience that you are waiting to exit, with bated breath. In the Fall 22 season opener, host Cameo King along with The Boundaries Coach Reka, explore how we more oftentimes than not play a role in our suffering. They explore the top three ways most of us have played a role in our own suffering, without even knowing it.

This week's confession is all about me: It's about my inability to consistently choose myself in ALL things. It means prioritizing my needs, my desires, and my goals in all things – Now let's be clear, I've chosen myself before, in many instances, and continue to do so - but it's the "in all things" and "consistently" is the problem. So this week, I share three reasons why I still continue to put myself second and how it's holding me back.

Support - It's the one thing many go-getters, entrepreneurs, and quite frankly, people, expect from their loved ones. For those who profess love and care, it seems like a simple ask to "show up" when a person needs help in their business, career, or just life.  Well, that expectation will leave you disappointed.  Listen to this live conversation with host, Cameo King and Tanesha Ash Shakoor, J.D. founder of Voices of Color at the National Professional Men's Network and the National Professional Women's Network Business Expo in Grand Rapids, MI as they answer why "no one is showing up for you."

It goes without saying that the birthing mother's health is foundational in determining the health of the child. What she eats, her emotional state, and her healthcare, all have an impact on the health of the child. But what about years or decades later? Does the mother/child relationship impact the child's health more than we know? Listen as Dr. Shoyinka, Medical Director of the Ingham County Health Department, explores the ways genetics, specifically from mothers', play a role in our health outcomes as adults. 

It seems like in the year 2022, with record-high food & gas prices, MAYBE the ending of the COVID pandemic, and the heightened awareness of America's soul, the success of society still rests in a women's ability to submit to men. (JOKE - laugh) Yes, submission. It's an extremely controversial never-ending topic. A topic where most conversations surrounding submission are shallow, lack depth, and are one-sided.  In this week's podcast, host, Cameo King of The Good Girl Podcast , and Danielle Moore, licensed mental health therapist and chief practitioner at The Refresh Wellness Center  share a perspective with a gutted truth about women who have lost or have a lot to lose in the name of "submission."  

Beaches, Bikinis, & Bottomless Mimosas! Planning for the summer girls' trip has begun. We're already imagining the turn-up, the laughs, and the flirtatious outing with somebody's son.  But have we forgotten one of the most important factors? Covid. While it seems we are moving toward the end of the 2-year pandemic, we may want to proceed with caution.  Listen as we chat with Dr. Shoyinka, medical director of the Ingham County Health Department about whether it's safe for us to go outside for summer 22!

Ya'll- I know we are bout tired of this topic!  I am too! I am too! My friends said, "I ain't got a dog in this fight!" I do not! I fought tooth and nail whether or not I should say anything about it. And I lost the fight. But hear me out, this is going to be short and I am intentional about only adding value. I share 3 (quick) points about what this says about you (and not them).

The way  Denver Broncos quarterback, Russell Wilson, gushes over his wife Ciara is what dreams are made of! The unequivocal support, the loving her out loud, and his dedication to God - this is what many women desire in their partner.  So what do we do - ask our sis, Ciara, "what was the prayer" in hopes that we could manifest the boo of our dreams.  But the truth is many women have been praying that prayer for decades and have yet to see any glimmer of hope. Reka, host of the Single You Podcast asked "What about all the unanswered prayers?"  We had a very real conversation this past Monday on her podcast and decided to continue it here. Our conversation holds no punches about the reality many women of faith face praying for a husband.  

You can not celebrate Women's History Month, without talking about this historical aspect of womanhood, hair for Black women. Our hair tells a story of who we are before we say one word. It has been a political statement, a statement of freedom, defiance, survival, and maybe even nothing at all. I hope today's conversation, just like the subsequent conversations inspire you, heal you, and free you from any societal restrictions We've heard from Dr. Dani who researched & published the findings of the psychological and emotional impact of hair on Black women Also, celebrity hairstylist, Kristina The Glamtech, shared the impact of stylists have on Black women. So today – we're hearing from a swath of stylists who's heard it all and know Black women well!   I sent out an anonymous survey to about 20 stylists to share the “things they wish their clients knew”   And honey chile they did not disappoint! Listen to the top 3!

Hair has always been a defining marker of Black womanhood throughout history. From braids to a silk press to a wig, hair artistically paints the picture of the hearts and minds of Black women, their role in society, and within the culture.  In Part 2 of our series on Black Hair for Women's History Month, Cameo King sits down with artist, creative, and internationally known Detroit hairstylist, Kristina The Glamtech.  With over 25 years of experience, Kristina shares about the unique & influential role stylists play in the lives of Black women. 

Black hair tells the story of Black culture across generations and geography. It artistically paints the picture of the hearts and minds of Black women, their role in society, and within the culture. This month I wanted to pay homage to the long history of hair in the Black community and also the stylists who are on the front lines of our community.  First up, Dr. Dani, who holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and Forensic Psychology, is the author of Herstory of Hairstory  In this conversation, she shares her research on the psychological impacts of hair on African American women.

From yoni eggs to kegels to smelling like vanilla and brown sugar- these are all the expectations and attempts at vaginal care and health - well this week we are having a good conversation about all the things your mother didn't tell you about your vagina with Dr. Janelle Howell, The Vagina Rehab Doctor. She breaks down myths about the vagina from odor to "tightness" and gives real answers for optimal vaginal health! Follow The Good Girl Podcast & Subscribe

Sit down with the creator and host of The Good Girl Podcast, Cameo King, for the very first podcast of the season. Cameo opens up in the rare form to share her confession on outgrowing friendships. She delves into the depth, the importance, and the vital role that friendships have played in her life but adds the reality that sometimes, many times if you are growing and evolving you will come to know the painstaking process of outgrowing some of your most trusted, ride or die friends.

We miss it. We all miss it. Gathering, hanging out, and being in good company around the holidays and unfortunately, a year later, we are still asking if and how we can safely be with our family and friends. In this week's show, we sit down for a real conversation with Ingham County Medical Director, Dr. Shoyinka.  We unpack the new options for fighting COVID-19 like the pill, the infusions, and the "intelligence" of COVID to determine and if or how we gather this holiday season. For more information on COVID-19 vaccinations in the Ingham County area, head here: hd.ingham.org/coronavius or call 517-887-4517 If you are looking for vaccination locations near you, head to vaccines.gov

Mundane, routine, and boring are words I expect to hear from married couples who are struggling in their sex life. I even sometimes expect to hear the word, rare. But to know there are couples who sincerely love each other and sex is non-existent brings on a level of anguish.  This week's confession is the final installment of our marriage confession series. It deals with a man who is committed to his wife in a sexless marriage. Actor and pastor, Aqeel Ash-Shakoor shares in an unfiltered conversation the truth about sex and marriage. Using his decades of experience counseling couples, he unabashedly addresses some misnomers about commitment, responsibility, and sex in marriage.

Trust your intuition-  Trust your gut- We hear those phrases all the time especially when it comes to questioning the faithfulness of a spouse. But could there be a time when our intuition is wrong? Can our gut be rooted in something else in a lie? Well, this week's guest in our 3-week series on Marriage Confessions, Meg Watt says yes. Meg has experienced over 30 different healing modalities and heal from over 25 different traumas. Listen to her confession of how insecurities and past trauma created the perfect scenario to accuse her husband of cheating. 

Marriage and babies - they say is the goal. Marriage and babies - they say will make you whole. But this week's says confession neither will fulfill your soul. (ya'll like my rhyme?) Tiffany Norde, the author of More than a Wife, More than a Mom: 7 Steps to Restoring the Woman Within and an entrepreneur sits down with journalist and host, Cameo King, to dispel the myth that marriage should be a goal. Tiffany shares her truth about how resentment crept in because of societal expectations.  

I get it. I get why people quit. Especially after you've been patient, been praying, been waiting, been working for years--- I'm not saying 2 or 3 years or even 5. I'm saying you're coming up on a decade or maybe even surpassed a decade of working towards something. I also understand more deeply when there is an eruption of celebration for lasting in business, friendships, or dreams coming to fruition. Because it's not always the beginning of a thing that speaks of its greatness but it's the consistency, the growth, and longevity. Because most of the time the victor has bruised, marred face – from getting back in the ring again, again, and again. Listen as the host and journalist, Cameo King, share the true costs of following your dreams.

So you know we are all about uncomfortable truths right? Uncomfortable truths that get you to your highest and best expression of yourself -But are ya'll really ready for this truth? Dating multiple people is a toxic approach.  I know, I know this may be a hard pill to swallow and may stop some of the perceived fun many of us are having dating -- Like calling Jamal when Jerome is being inconsistent or hitting up oh ye faithful Michael because he always responds and does exactly what you ask... But this conversation with journalist and Good Girl Podcast host, Cameo King and her business bestie Danielle Moore, LCSW, licensed mental health therapist of the Refresh Wellness Center tells the entire story about what's really happening to our emotional wellness, our relationships goals, and personal goals when we date multiple people. Follow: The Good Girl Podcast The Refresh Wellness Center

We are getting older and our bodies are changing daily as we age. Especially as women in our mid to late 30s, the signs of aging become more and more apparent. We begin to see those unsightly, disrespectful chin hairs. We may notice our hips getting a little wider and even experience hot flashes. So, is there anything I should be doing when I begin to see those signs?  What is really happening in my body as I edge closer and closer to menopause? Well, journalist & host, Cameo King sits down with Dr. Nike Shoyinka, MD, MPH, Medical Director of the Ingham County Health Department to discuss the realities of reproductive health for women in their 30s.

Whether you want to believe it or not, every single person from your confident best friend, to a red-bottom-wearing powerhouse executive, to Beyonce has insecurities. Having an insecurity in the western world is almost like a right of passage and it affects every area of our life --- love life, career aspirations, and mental health. But what exactly are we to do with these insecurities? Do we ignore them? Get them "fixed?" This week journalist & host, Cameo King, and licensed mental health therapist, Danielle Moore have a candid conversation about what it truly means to carry insecurities. They unpack the messiness, the projections, the manifestations of insecurities and also provide solutions to navigate the murky waters of "being enough."

I very much lived in a world of "follow the rules" to get what you want. In school, in the community, at church - it was all about following the rules and guidelines that were set up for me as Black girl.  I saw it work for others, then I saw it work for myself. And this is where my journey of being "good girl" began. I begin to ascribe to the idea that as long as I did what I was told, expected by my teachers, society, the institutions, and the powers that be then I would get what I want. FULL STOP--- That is a lie from the pit of hell. A lie that led me down a path of people-pleasing, dissatisfaction with life, and frustration. Listen to this week's season opener as I talk about why I and many others continue to lose at life even though we do everything "right."   

Relationships can be challenging. Period. Great ones, bad ones, right ones, wrong ones. The truth is every single relationship will present its unique set of challenges that oftentimes force one person to examine their perspective, character, and even desires for companionship.  But what's most interesting, is that there is a source or common thread that creates the problem in all of our relationships. Allofum - familial, romantic, business, work -  You know what is it ?- It's you. Yes, you, me, we, and our lack of accountability. Listen as licensed mental health therapist, Danielle Moore of the Refresh Wellness Center, and host, Cameo King explore lack of accountability can destroy some of the most solid and cherished relationships. 

A lot of how we measure growth and success can easily be categorized as fickle because there isn't necessarily an across-the-board accurate measuring tool for true growth. We can't solely rely on the quantifying of money or adding a healthy relationship as growth because there is so much more to a person than money and relationships. For true growth, we must consider the human element of spirit, emotions, and character. This is why this week I'm sharing what I'm learning about true growth outside of the numbers and relationships.     

This week I'm sharing something that I've been working on and working through. It's something that can easily keep anyone in bondage and has kept me from living my best life, and might I add, being in alignment with God --- that is a scarcity mentality. Scarcity Mentality is the belief that resources are finite, that there is not enough to go around. This affects every part of our lives whether we know it or not, not just money but also opportunities that are available to us,  seats at the proverbial table, customers, and relationships.  Listen to this week's confession about how this mentality affects how we experience and show up in life, relationships, in our purpose.

Join this invigorating and fruitful LIVE conversation in an effort to bridge the gap in communication and expectations between men & women when it comes to dating.   Cameo King, Carla Thomas, Reka Robinson, J Hall, Emory Lawrence, and Kellen Brooks examine the statement “while men are dating, women are looking for husbands.” We’ll answer how true or how false that statement is. Plus we’ll have a little fun   The goal is to have a healthy fruitful dialogue with men and women about handling one another with care while dating and pursuing relationships.

There are some experiences that humble you, shift your perspective on the world, and open your eyes to another slice of God's character. I believe being a Black queer woman in a traditional faith setting, like the Christian church is one of them. This week, Rev. Erica Williams shares her journey that began at Black Baptist church in Saginaw, MI seeking "purity" and is now the founding pastor, as a Black queer woman, at Set It Off Ministries, an international, interfaith, intergenerational ministry that seeks to empower, educate, and emancipate poor and working-class communities around the world.

"Everything is not all orgasms and rainbows," said Goody Howard, the award-winning sexologist, educator, and consultant. Goody graces The Good Girl Podcast confessional with the topic of sex (obviously). She expands our thinking about what sex is and how we experience it in everyday life and in our bedrooms. In her words, "I can connect any and everything to the absence or presence of comprehensive sexuality education on this planet."

As millions of Americans are getting vaccinated and high temps become the norm, many individuals are excitedly anticipating the opportunity to break free from quarantine and live life to the fullest. But before we so quickly rush into the bliss of the summer and the expected end of the global pandemic, I want us to remember and hold tight to the lessons this unprecedented season taught us. Listen as Cameo and her homegirls, Reka, The Single Girls Life Coach, and Fly Carl, stylist, and author of The Fly Girl Guide share the most important lesson they've learned. 

Letting go is one of the most difficult things I know to do. It doesn't matter if it's "letting go" of past hurt, a relationship, or how I hoped life would play out. I just not that simple. It's mostly challenging because not only am I addressing and healing from disappointment but I am forced to reimagine a different life without the people, places, and experiences that I thought would be with me for much longer.  I am sharing my heart and my three-step process of letting go in hopes that it will inspire you as well as bring you along this journey with me.  

Do you believe in a love that will stand against all odds? Do you believe that if you have found "the one" there is very little that can stand against the union of two people who are destined to be together. Well, whether your answer is yes, no, or even maybe I believe this confession will test your theory. Andrea P. Jackson, a self-titled trauma coach, shares how she married, divorced, and re-married her husband. Her confession tells a different story of how society defines love. Listen as she shares how real and true her love and marriage are.

The inner work of becoming a whole & healed individual is a continuous ever-evolving journey. It is a journey that requires folx to face their trauma, limitations, and weakness.  When this work doesn't happen, it often reveals itself in our relationships, usually by way of projecting and blame-shifting. More specifically I've noticed men's insecurities, lack of substance, and misogyny rearing its ugly head by suggesting and even advising women to carry these issues. Listen to this week's podcast as Cameo King, The Good Girl Podcast host, and Danielle Moore, licensed mental health therapist of the Refresh Wellness Center, unpack the blatant and subtle ways women carry the weight of men's issues. 

The process of unlearning our prescribed identity can be a challenging yet beautiful,  painful and glorious, soul-seeking journey. It is a journey of evolution that many of us may take to find the deeper meaning out of life. This week, Emory Law, a burgeoning actor out of Los Angeles, decided to take us on his journey of evolving into a man. He shared that as a 40-year-old man, he is still searching for a path to manhood.  He confesses that everything he was taught about "what a man should be" was a lie.      

We have all encountered them. Some of us, have dated, been entangled, and heartbroken by them. Who are they? I am speaking of F-boys. By definition, a F-boy is a person who manipulates, strings along, gas lights, and can be self-centered with the sole goal of getting what he wants no matters how much proverbial blood is on the floor.  This week, I had the grand opportunity to speak with a former F-boy and unpack his heart, mind, and perspective. I ask, the why, the how, and even the "how can you sleep at night with this type of behavior?" Listen to the revelatory conversation of former and healed F-boy.

Salvation by definition is the preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss. For some reason, despite the concerted efforts of my mom & aunts, I attached my salvation to a man. I believed my ultimate and highest success and growth both emotionally and spiritually would only come in connection to a man.  This is a very dangerous and unfortunate truth for a lot of women and individuals. In this week's podcast, I candidly share how this flawed notion affected my life and what I've done to change it.  

The relationship between the Black community and the American health care system is riddled with distrust.  The disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and experiences all continue to tell the same story of racism plaguing the lives of Black people even in the doctor's office. As the U.S begins its distribution of the COVID vaccine, it only makes sense that the Black community is hesitant, last in line, and simply deciding not to get vaccinated. Listen as I sit down with the Deputy Health Officer of the Ingham County Health Department, Debbie Edokpolo, and the Medical Director of the Ingham County Health Department, Nike Shoyinka as we have an honest conversation about the COVID vaccine.  

One of the most consistently challenging thought processes I have yet to come to terms with is cognitive dissonance or duality. Duality is when there are two competing thoughts or opposing beliefs that are true. And ya'll, that space is rough, especially when faith and reality are very present! The last couple of months highlighted the areas of my life where duality created constant tension. So in my 2021 season opener, I share how I and many of us, have come face to face with duality and how it exists in our faith and relationships and what I've decided to do about it.     

It's the end of the year and unfortunately, some of us are filled with pensive sadness because we are assessing our progress toward failed goals. Plenty of people, including myself, have been grinding day in and day out, and we still haven’t necessarily hit the bullseye when it comes to success in our lives. So I'm sharing three principles to guide us as we are forced to face those unmet goals & plans from 2020. The foundation of those principles is you cannot speed up God’s timing however grind culture will have you thinking differently.

Education is a vast, deep, and unending topic. It's something that affects every fiber of our being; where we live, what professions we choose, to even the evolution of humankind. So as we are ending the year that has caused, all systems, especially the educational system to pause and (hopefully) assess its weakness, it's only fitting that we have a conversation about the complex structure and those affected. Please listen to three perspectives of an educational entrepreneur with 20 years of experience, a student who's navigated the educational system, and a community organization that's re-engaging opportunity youth into the educational system.

There's no doubt in my mind that the year 2020 has been an absolute whirlwind filled with anxiety from national tensions to the tiring and revelatory fights for freedom. And because of this, many of us have collectively made the declaration to "Cancel 2020" or shared the sentiments of "I hate it here." While these popular phrases may sum up our disdain for the current state of affairs, I want to challenge us to change our perspective as we enter into the last few weeks of the year. Listen as both Cameo King, the Good Girl Podcast host, and Danielle Moore, regular contributor, and licensed mental health therapist discuss four crucial points that will challenge your perspective of 2020.

Recently dubbed a “modern-day history maker” by Essence Magazine, Courtney Smith confesses on The Good Girl Podcast that she didn't know who she was outside of her very accomplished life and long list of national and state awards. Courtney is currently the CEO of the Detroit Phoenix Center, a nonprofit that provides critical resources to homeless youth and young adults. Cortney's powerful confession takes us on a journey of the hard work of healing and laying aside ego to live an emotionally healthy and whole life.