It Didn't Break Me

Do you know when it is time to move on even when something is going well? That is something that I was contemplating in making the decision to retire this podcast. While my download numbers are increasing and with people contacting me to let me know my guests' message resonated with them, in my Spirit, I knew it was time for me to say goodbye to "It Didn't Break Me." I am so grateful I got an opportunity to share all of my guests' stories. I am so grateful to have inspired my listeners. From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for allowing me to create and share this safe place with you. I invite you to join me as I discuss:IntuitionBoundariesRetiringSpeaking EngagementsCorporate WellnessSex and Love Addiction with Brianne DavisFrom Surviving to Thriving After a Tragic Loss with Falon BonnerRecognizing Someone's Humanity Saved My Life with Lion GoodmanDoing Federal Prison Time Didn't Break Me with Aaron "Ace" MooreAuthenticallyBeYou.com InstagramInterested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience? Click here and fill out a short form. Honourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCHow to make a difficult decisionHow to Listen to Your IntuitionSupport an EmployeeStudent mental health is in crisis.—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following...

Childhood is the first place we learn behaviors. When you see jealousy displayed over and over again in your household, it can become a part of you. It was a part of Josey Wellz until it cost him his relationship. He knew he had to change, so he did! Through changing he found the love he was looking for by truly loving himself.An Entrepreneur in his own right, Josey founded, Living Wellz, LLC, leveraged his background as an artist to start his own career coaching those in the world of entertainment and entrepreneurship to build their self-confidence and transform their own lives, so that they can start living well.I invite you to join our conversation as Josey and I discuss:JealousyLearned BehaviorsLack of LoveDementiaAlignment EgoEFTMeditationGiving BackSelf LoveForgivenessHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCHow Children Learn by Observing Behavior of AdultsThe Psychology and Philosophy of EnvyNobody's Child by Hank SnowStudy links jealousy with aggression, low self-esteemHow Jealousy Can Destroy a Relationship (And How to Not Let That Happen)EFT Tapping for Letting Go of Jealousy & EnvyYou Can Change Your Life by Loving YourselfWhere can you find Josey?Website: http://www.livingwellz.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joseywellz_official/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights and Inspirations Podcast Website

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Suicidal Ideation, Childhood Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. What happens when your childhood fear comes true? Failure looks very different for alot of people. For Lillian, she was living the a life that looked good on paper; as she calls it a "resume life". She had everything that she was "supposed to have" but she extremely unhappy. Her sadness seeped its way into every aspect of her life and soon she found herself as a single mom who was homeless. The two things she never wanted to be. So, Lillian changed her thoughts and went after what she believed she deserved.I invite you to join our conversation as Lillian and I discuss:Fear-DrivenVictim MindsetDepressionLow Self ImageConfidenceTherapyMantrasHarmonyInspirationGrowthBob ProctorHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCWhat Is Your Fear Archetype And How Does It Manifest In Your Life?Fostering a Positive Self-ImageScience Behind TherapyWhen It's OK to Trust Your Gut on a Big DecisionThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillYou 2 by Price PritchettWhere can you find Lillian Victoria?Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissLillianVictoria/Facebook Coaching Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/napoleonhillinstitutemastercoachingwithlillianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillianvictoriaofficial/—————This podcast is hosted by

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Suicidal Ideation. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. Staci Renee had it all. Husband. Children. Dogs. $5 million dollar business. Boat on the lake. And then it all collapsed. Having to start over with a half a million dollars in personal debt, she did not know how she was going to overcome these hardships. With learning to surrender and listen to her intuition, she has been led to what she is meant to do: help create a better world in practical, sustainable and powerful ways.I invite you to join our conversation as Staci and I discuss:Suicidal IdeationsFight or FlightFearBankruptcyDivorceLoansSurrenderLimiting Beliefs Human DesignLouise HayHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCWhat history teaches us about surviving times of turmoilFight Or Flight ResponseHow to Find Your Purpose in LifeThe Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael SingerHow does a walk in nature impact the brain?How to Love Yourself in 12 Easy StepsThe Art of Letting Go: How to Overcome Perfectionism and Embrace ImperfectionsWhere can you find Staci Renee?Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Staci.renee.ceo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.ceoessentials.net/Website: https://www.ceoessentials.netInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/staci.renee.ceo/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to...

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I discuss gun violence. If your body is informing you you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. Imagine just graduating from college and needing a job. You choose a traveling salesman position. As you travel cross country, you periodically help citizens. One citizen that you assisted, shoots you four times in the head. This is what happened to my episode's guest, Lion Goodman.This conversation is powerful. In speaking about his near-death experience, Lion shares how his ability to see the humanity in the person who was trying to kill him, saved his life. I invite you to join our conversation as Lion and I discuss:Near-death experienceForgivenessProphetic DreamsLove LightFeeling InvincibleCompassionSpiritSecond AmendmentRebornConsciousness ExpansionHealing TraumaAwakening HopeHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting Go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCNear-Death Experiences (NDEs)How a near-death experience could change the way you liveHow The Power Of Forgiveness Will Set You FreeAmerica as a Gun CultureLetting Go of the Past So You Can Be RebornWhere can you find Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett?Website: clearyourbeliefs.com Website: beliefrelief.net Website: ClearBeliefs.com Website: https://www.liongoodman.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lionineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liongoodman/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LionGoodmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/liongoodman/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and...

Dr. Kim holds many titles: Wife, Mom, Little Sister, Daughter. But before that, she held the title of ex-wife. When her first marriage fell apart, she used that as an opportunity to find out what SHE really wanted to do. Since she didn't have to answer to anyone, there was no one to tell her "No". Now, Dr. Kim is a double board-certified Neurologist, healthcare system leader, advocate, motivational speaker, recently published author and now blogger. Her mission is to enhance lives by giving moments of grace, humor, knowledge (medical and business), fortitude and inspiration to live out your dreams.I invite you to join our conversation as Dr. Kim and I discuss:First marriageDivorceBlack Woman PhysicianNon-traditional studentsMedical SchoolNeurology Board ExamsGetting AdviceSalsa DancingPressureOdysseyHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCWhen Do You Know A Relationship Is Over?Coping With Separation And DivorceAssociation of Black Women PhysiciansBeing a Doctor Is Hard. It's Harder for Women.Strategies to Succeed Under PressureRetrospective Calling by Dr. Kim Johnson HatchettWhere can you find Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett?Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkimneurodoc?mibextid=LQQJ4dLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-johnson-hatchett-md-ba341323Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkimneurodoc/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights and Inspirations Podcast...

Your first example of how to connect, love, and nurture is provided by your parents. But what happens if your family doesn't fit the idyllic TV show definition of a family? In this episode, I speak with Obio Jones. Obio is an influencer, coach + LGBTQ advocate. His success in helping people is directly linked to not feeling loved or supported by the first woman in his life: his mother. Looking back, he sees that she wasn't the mother he wanted, but she WAS the mother he got. I invite you to join our conversation as Obio and I discuss:AffectionReaffirming LanguageFeeling UnworthyMother WoundEmotionsRelationshipsPerfectionismDefensive LanguageJudging OthersAwarenessFamily DynamicsLetting GoHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCBlack Mothers/Black Sons: A Critical Examination of the Social Science LiteratureWords have power. The importance of positive adoption language.Negative Parents Have More Influence On A Child Than Positive ParentsWhat Causes Perfectionism? The Role of Childhood TraumaHow We Judge Others Is How We Judge OurselvesThe Importance of Letting GoWhere can you find Obio Jones?http://www.obioojones.comhttps://www.instagram.com/obioojones/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights and Inspirations Podcast Website Facebook

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Physical Assault, Sexual Assault and Addiction. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. In this episode, I am speaking with Sarah Wohlgemuth. Sarah shares her story of transformation, healing and hope from a past of trauma and a marriage that exploded from hidden addiction, lies, and betrayal. Her marriage miraculously made it through and unconditional love saved not only her marriage, but herself. I invite you to join our conversation as Sarah and I discuss:UnworthinessShameConnectionTraumaAddictionBelief systemAdulteryReleaseJournalingTherapyDaily affirmations Marriage RestorationGod's LoveHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCFive Love Languages by Gary ChapmanThe Importance of ConnectionUnderstanding the Trauma BrainEverything You Need to Know About Pornography 'Addiction'Kim Walker-Smith - AliveHow the Science of Music Can Help You5 Necessary Steps for Marriage RestorationWhere can you find Sarah Wohlgemuth?Website: https://linktr.ee/coachsarahwYoutube: https://youtube.com/@CoachSarahWFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/beautifullybrokenpiecesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybrokenpieces/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights

As always, I have an amazing guest to share with you in this episode. But before we begin, I want to share a new mantra: "I have more money than I think". You can take the "I have more ... than I think" and insert any word you need to remind yourself you are never lacking. Do you have a mantra that you say daily? If so, share it with me at hello@authenticallybeyou.com and I may just share your mantra in the next episode!As I mentioned, in this episode I have the wonderful Marley Freygang. Marley is an actress and podcaster. Her favorite foods include protein cookies, waffles and sushi. Marley thought the constant feeling of panic would break her. Once she learned the term for what she was feeling and how to cope with it, she began having a new outlook on life. I invite you to join our conversation as Marley and I discuss:Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Panic AttacksPerformance AnxietyBehaviorsFight or FlightPretendingDyslexia ComparisonSocial Media TherapyMedicationGratitudeAutomatic ThoughtsTrying to Fit InHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCGeneralized Anxiety DisorderWhat are Anxiety Disorders?The Dyslexia-Stress-Anxiety ConnectionGossip GirlThe Social Dilemma: Social Media and Your Mental HealthClifton Strengths FinderWhere can you find Marley Freygang?Website https://confessionsofawannabeitgirl.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNc5CR6mPmzsNkN-OVpw79gInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/confessionsofawannabeitgirl/Podcast: Confessions of a Wannabe It Girl—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her

In addition to March being Women's History Month, did you know it is also National Deaf History Month? In this episode, I am so excited to speak with Kellina Powell. Kellina is an entrepreneur, author and life coach who loves to help differently-abled people on their journey to personal growth. At the age of 4, she became hard of hearing after an ear infection. Through her speech therapist, she was able to learn ways to communicate with the hearing world. She now uses her experiences to assist others. In honor of Kellina, I have attached a transcript with this episode.I invite you to join our conversation as Kellina and I discuss:Hearing lossRuptured EardrumSpeech TherapistAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Self AdvocacyReading LipsHearing AidsBullying Peer PressureHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCEar Infection and Hearing LossQuick Statistics About HearingBenefits of Using Sign Language in Your ClassroomHow Do Hearing Aids WorkWhere can you find Kellina?Every Day I Am Just Deaf: Life in a Hearing World with Deaf Queen Boss by Kellina PowellWebsite: https://www.kellinaempowerment.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deafqueenboss/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights and Inspirations

These shows were people have a long distance relationship with someone who is not a citizen, they get married within 90 days and in the next scene they are running to each other in the airport to start their life together is RUBBISH. At least, that was not my guest's, Jessica Stephens, experience. Jessica Stephens is a corporate marketer turned social marketer, online entrepreneur and podcast host who found love with a pilot in the United States. She happens to be a citizen of Canada. Her husband was a citizen of Jamaica getting his pilot license in the United States. They fell in love, got married and spent the next two years trying to get him to Canada.I invite you to join our conversation as Jessica and I discuss:ImmigrationPatienceToronto, CanadaSponsoring a spouse in CanadaResidencyLay-OffsLong Distance RelationshipsFamily supportNetworkNavigation Protection Program (NPP)SkypeLong CovidLetting go of ControlHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationYou're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCWhy Toronto Is the Most Multicultural City in the WorldCanada Immigration 2023How to Manage the Emotional Impact of Getting Laid OffHow Long-Distance Relationships Affect Your Mental HealthMental and Emotional Impact of StressWhere can you find Jessica?https://www.facebook.com/jessica.stephens0407https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-stephens-jessloveslife/https://jessicastephens.ca/https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/news—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:

Trigger Warning: Physical, Sexual and Emotional AbuseWelcome to Season 3 of It Didn't Break Me!! We are back discussing things that we thought would break us but did not. Firstly, thank you to all of the amazing people who have left me reviews or DMs on how the podcast has impacted you. I love hearing/reading that you can relate to so many of my guests' experiences. In this episode, I am so honoured to have Devon Croom as my first guest in this new season. Devon is an inspirational author, life & Marriage Coach. She will share how childhood trauma led her to an unfulfilled abusive marriage but she changed her life when she found her voice.I invite you to join our conversation as Devon and I discuss:Spousal abuseDependency Suicidal IdeationJournalingHealing from an abusive relationshipTherapy for Black WomenImposter SyndromeUnhealed TraumaVulnerability Support SystemIntimacyKintsugiHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationIt's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCPerfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes9 Signs You're Ready To Leave Your Abusive RelationshipEffects of trauma - MindEffective therapy with Black womenHow Long Do Average U.S. Marriages Last?Trauma must be healed at every level otherwise it can literally haunt youHonor Your Imperfections With the Japanese Art of ‘Kintsugi'Domestic Violence HotlineWhere can you find Devon?https://www.facebook.com/CoachDevonCroomhttps://www.instagram.com/coachdevoncroom/https://devoncroom.comAbused But Not Broken by Devon Croom—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha...

My first episode of the "It Didn't Break Me" podcast dropped on April 13, 2022 and now I am dropping the last episode of Season 2. This season, I again brought you amazing guests that not only share their stories but they also share their vulnerability. I have received so much feedback saying all of my guests are so relatable. Our stories connect our human experiences. They are invaluable and I am so honored to be able to share them with you. Let's engage as I discuss:Foster CareConnectionYoung WidowRelatableThinking Hope is LostTrusting in GodPower of musicOvercoming Approval AddictionPretender Choosing yourself firstBeing heardChange is beautifulFeeling lostIdentityMen's workLove NotesBuilding CommunityHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationIt's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCTHANK YOU WITH ALL MY HEART TO EACH OF MY GUESTSTHANK YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART TO EACH OF MY LISTENERSAuthenticallyBeYou.com Podcast Guest Request Form—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:Insights and Inspirations Podcast Website FacebookInstagramInterested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience? Click here and fill out a short form. —————Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it!Song Credit: Encore by King SisThis is a Crackers In Soup production.

Having a hustle attitude, Robert McNair likes to win! Newly married, having a newborn, preaching every Sunday at his Church, his life plan was all coming to fruition. Until, nobody showed up to hear him give the word. With a new family, financial burdens, his marriage disintegrating and his dream of having a successful Church slipping away, he thought giving his all to God and trusting Him would break him so he was trying things in his own strengths.Robert learned that in actuality, he was trusting himself and not God. When he learned he had to REALLY give things to God, that's when it all started to change for him. I invite you to join our conversation as Robert and I discuss:What Pastors go throughBlack Men and Mental HealthDepression Passive Suicidal ideationLosing FaithHaving FaithGod winksTherapySeparationSunday morningFreedomChristians and therapyHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationIt's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCPerfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca HughesDivorce in the church: An often secret struggleBurnout Among African American Pastors: A Biblical and Practical SolutionBlack Pastors Say They Are Overwhelmed With People Coming To Them For Mental Health CareMental health and the Black churchFor Some Black Families, Faith Borders on Toxic Positivity9 Beautiful Ways To Connect With God Without Going To ChurchWhere can you find Robert?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarchurchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-mcnair-24944b100/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces:

After being hit from behind by a tractor trailer, Faith Broussard Cade thought she came out of it unscathed. The ambulance looked her over and she was not bleeding. Although a little sore, she didn't imagine anything could be seriously wrong. But there was! In the passing days and weeks, her mobility became more restricted. She was having blurred vision. Her long and short term memory progressively got worse. Symptoms of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury: that was what Faith Broussard Cade was experiencing. When she went to doctor after doctor explaining something was wrong, she was regularly ignored until a neurologist finally listened and diagnosed her. In this episode, Faith will discuss how she was able to take this life-altering event and create hope for not only herself but for others...one sticky note at a time.I invite you to join our conversation as Faith and I discuss:Vertigo US healthcare systemChronic InsomniaWhat is a neurologistMedical LeaveLayoffsPunk'dVulnerability TBI symptomsLetting Go of the FaçadeSelf Care for WomenWriting notesOver stimulationHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationIt's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCPerfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca HughesThis Is How the American Healthcare System Is Failing Black WomenHow to navigate 'medical gaslighting' when doctors dismiss your symptomsWhat Happens If You Don't Have Health Insurance?Depression After Traumatic Brain InjuryWhat is Self-Care and Why is it Important For You?Writing Can Help Us Heal from TraumaWhere can you find Faith?https://www.facebook.com/fleurdelisspeakshttps://www.fleurdelisspeaks.com/https://twitter.com/FdLSpeakshttps://www.instagram.com/fleurdelisspeaks/?hl=en—————This podcast is hosted by

There are many times when one situation in your life feels like it is going to break you. But sometimes, we ignore the every day small moments where we neglect ourselves or ignore the internal nagging that something doesn't feel quite right. Sometimes our drive for perfection or being the best at everything is what is chipping away at our mental health until we reach that breaking point.In this episode, I am speaking with Has Al-Hasani. Has noticed that the things that brought him pride previously were no longer making him happy. He continued to "do well" in life but felt disconnected with the notion that playing ruby, drinking beer and driving the perfect car made him a "successful man". He wanted connection so he looked internally to find it and discovered the power of change though men's works. I invite you to join our conversation as Has and I discuss:Maladaptive Perfectionism InterdependenceRedefining Gender RolesToxic Masculinity WeaknessControlNumbShameShadow workTherapyWhat is Men's Work?Social MediaPatiencePositive masculinityHonourable MentionsShare how YOU overcame a situationIt's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPCPerfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca HughesHow to Handle Pressure in Life And Use It to Your BenefitResearch: How Women and Men View Competition DifferentlyMen And Emotions: The Importance Of Becoming VulnerableWhy So Many Men Struggle with Their EmotionsHow Therapy Can Help Men Manage Their Mental HealthThe Men's WorkHarnessing the Power of Mindset with Michelle WolfeWhere can you find Has?https://www.instagram.com/hu_man_down/—————This podcast is hosted by Bianca Kesha Hughes. Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her here!—————If you would love to...

Tina Morales checked all the boxes. She went to college. She got her bachelor's degree. She was in a relationship. She had steady income. she was know in the club. From the outside looking in, she was living her best live. However, Tina's self worth and value was based on her lifestyle. When Tina entered a season where everything was taken away from her, she ended up finding something she didn't even know was lost: herself. I invite you to join our conversation as Tina Morales and I discuss: Domestic Violence Depression Loss Weight Loss Image Depletion What's Wrong with Me? Knowing your value and worth Self Acceptance Faith Rest Culture Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/shop/its-ok-to-be-imperfect (It's OK to be Imperfect )by Bianca Hughes, LPC https://www.themichellewolfe.com/blog/perfectionism-being-your-authentic-self-accepting-the-uncontrollable-with-bianca-hughes (Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes) https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/ending-domestic-violence/a-guide-for-male-survivors-of-domestic-violence (A Guide for Male Survivors of Domestic Violence) https://time.com/5402304/friendship-breakups-worse-romantic/ (Why Ending a Friendship Can Be Worse Than a Breakup) https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/symptoms-causes/syc-20356007 (Depression) https://This Is What Happens When You Lose Yourself (This Is What Happens When You Lose Yourself) https://thatsgrace.org/ (Grace Church) https://www.richmont.edu/ (Richmont Graduate University) Where can you find Tina Morales? http://www.livinginlightllc.com/ (http://www.livinginlightllc.com) https://www.instagram.com/livinginlightllc/ (https://www.instagram.com/livinginlightllc/) https://www.linkedin.com/in/livinginlightllc/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/livinginlightllc/) https://www.facebook.com/livinginlightllc (https://www.facebook.com/livinginlightllc) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

Michelle lost her mum at 8 years old to cancer and that shaped her life in all ways, including how she handles trauma. While experiencing a year of energy depleting overwhelm and sorrow, she reminded herself consistently that these feelings would not last forever. Through 8 years of self-development and mindset work, Michelle learned that one of the best ways to adapt to her ever-changing life is to just keep moving forward. Making one decision at a time and taking one step at a time. In this episode, Michelle shares her wisdom on how she pulls out the tools from her toolkit regarding positivity and mindset work to get her through the darkest of times. I invite you to join our conversation as Michelle Wolfe and I discuss: Overwhelm Depression Mindset Work Positivity Trauma Movement Music Community Change Helping Others Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/shop/its-ok-to-be-imperfect (It's OK to be Imperfect )by Bianca Hughes, LPC https://www.themichellewolfe.com/blog/perfectionism-being-your-authentic-self-accepting-the-uncontrollable-with-bianca-hughes (Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/using-song-writing-to-mend-trauma-with-emma-g/id1616913612?i=1000580887297 (Using Song Writing to Mend Trauma with Emma G) https://www.thoughtfull.world/post/the-power-of-storytelling-why-sharing-your-story-enhances-your-wellbeing#:~:text=Storytelling%20establishes%20common%20ground%20and%20empathy&text=was%20just%20me!-,',to%20cultivate%20empathy%20towards%20them. (The Power of Storytelling: Why Sharing Your Story Enhances Your Wellbeing) https://azednews.com/increasing-activity-how-movement-creates-a-healthier-mindset/ (How Movement Creates a Healthier Mindset) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwgr_IMeEgA (Rise Up) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-act-be/201710/how-helping-others-can-relieve-anxiety-and-depression (How Helping Others Can Relieve Anxiety and Depression) Where can you find Michelle Wolfe? Website: https://www.themichellewolfe.com/ (https://www.themichellewolfe.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellewolfe/ (https://www.instagram.com/themichellewolfe/) Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/show/muve-forward (https://www.stitcher.com/show/muve-forward) Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themichellewolfe (https://www.tiktok.com/@themichellewolfe) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I discuss suicide ideation. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. HELL YEAR!! That is what this episode's guest, Rach Wilson, coined a particularly challenging year in her life. Having four children, her two youngest are both autistic and both of them are non verbal. With the autism came some health challenges for her son and to ease his pain, either Rach or her husband would drive him around and most days, they watched the sun rise. In addition to being sleep deprived from driving around all night, her youngest daughter became rageful and would attempt to self harm. As a Master Practitioner – Neuro Linguistic Programming, Hypnosis and Subconscious Re-Patterning, Results Coaching & Life Coaching Certified, FLOW & Manifesting Coaching, Mentor in Intuition & Business Development, Emotion Mastery Teacher and many many more certifications and degrees, Rach decided to take all her knowledge and teach families a survival guide for couples with neurodiverse kids! I invite you to join our conversation as Rach Wilson and I discuss: Autism Guilt Shame Crisis Suicide ideation Non-verbal Fecal impaction FODMAP Stress Survival mode Salicylates Appreciating your Partner Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/shop/its-ok-to-be-imperfect (It's OK to be Imperfect )by Bianca Hughes, LPC https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism (What Is Autism?) https://iancommunity.org/whats-truth-about-autism-and-marriage (Under a Looking Glass: What's the Truth about Autism and Marriage?) https://www.lybrate.com/topic/homeopathic-remedies-for-autism/0778f50c492f6aea6d66da37fc2e48b8 (Homeopathic Medicine for Autism in Child) https://988lifeline.org/ (988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) https://hbr.org/2017/10/making-time-to-really-listen-to-your-patients#:~:text=Actively%20listening%20to%20patients%20conveys,own%20stated%20values%20and%20priorities. (Making Time to Really Listen to Your Patients) https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22466-low-fodmap-diet (Low FODMAP Diet) https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/this-is-your-brain-in-meltdown/ (Everyday Stress Can Shut Down the Brain's Chief Command Center) https://www.tevajohnstone.com/ (Parent Education for Autism and Spirited Kids, California & Online) Where can you find Rach Wilson? Website: http://divinerelating.com/ (http://divinerelating.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrachwilson/ (https://www.instagram.com/realrachwilson/) Facebook: http://facebook.com/rachwilson76 (http://facebook.com/rachwilson76) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Domestic Violence. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. When society tells you, you should shut up and be the person the world wants you to be, it makes you a great pretender. After 19 years of marriage, when she turned 40, Martha Mok decided she didn't want to pretend anymore. She did not want to be what society thought she was. She wanted to be WHO SHE KNEW she was. She wanted to feel empowered. She wanted to feel strong. She wanted a voice. She wanted confidence. Well, Martha found it and now has so much confidence she teaches it to others! In 12 months, Martha built her coaching business from zero to six figures and was featured in Yahoo Finance as the top 1% confidence, business coach in Australia. She is motivational speaker, NLP Master Practitioner, a multiple book author, a confidence coach for women, and a business coach for the beauty industry. I invite you to join our conversation as Martha and I discuss: Asian Background Culture Bullying Isolation Imposter Syndrome Verbal abuse Trauma Therapy Confidence Fear Forgiving Yourself Ask Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/1777/why-are-south-asian-immigrant-women-vulnerable-to-domestic-violence (Why Are South Asian Immigrant Women Vulnerable to Domestic Violence?) https://www.apa.org/gradpsych/2013/11/fraud (Feel like a fraud?) https://growingupbilingual.com/best-ways-help-child-reach-full-potential/ (Best Ways To Help Your Child Reach Their Full Potential) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mindful-self-express/201908/how-traumas-create-negative-patterns-in-relationships (How Traumas Create Negative Patterns in Relationships) Where can you find Martha Mok? FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/marthamoksuperconfidencecoach (https://www.facebook.com/marthamoksuperconfidencecoach) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-mok-superconfidencecoach (https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-mok-superconfidencecoach) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCatVW_JUwfJ2q1xCp8lWIhA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCatVW_JUwfJ2q1xCp8lWIhA) Website: http://www.superconfidencecoaching.com/ (http://www.superconfidencecoaching.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superconfidencecoaching/ (https://www.instagram.com/superconfidencecoaching/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Physical Assault on a Child, Removing children from their home, Attempted Sexual Assault. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. Per The State of America's Children, a child is removed from their home and placed into foster care EVERY TWO MINUTES. In this episode, my guest Kimberly Valerie speaks about how she was removed from her childhood home at a young age in Canada. Yet, her siblings remained. After having an experience in a juvenile detention center for two days, she decided she never wanted to get into trouble again. Instead, she chose to over-achieve, become successful, be "the strong one" and live by all of the things that defines you in society as "making it". Except mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, she was so exhausted with her life. So much so that it impacted her physically and she developed a life threatening disease. The one thing that broke her free from the addiction of approval: tapping into her subconscious. I invite you to join our conversation as Kimberly Valerie and I discuss: Childhood abuse Trauma Foster Care Survival Rejection Opposition Dementia Reconciliation Addiction High-Achiever Breast cancer Sympathetic nervous system Breath work Real Estate Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.afs4kids.org/blog/29-surprising-foster-care-facts/ (29 Surprising Foster Care Facts) https://bakken-young.com/strong-for-others/ (Being Strong For Others Can Stunt Your Own Self-Healing) https://www.oacas.org/childrens-aid-child-protection/fostering/ (Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies ) https://www.verywellhealth.com/stress-and-risk-factors-for-breast-cancer-430440 (Stress as a Risk Factor for Breast Cancer and Recurrence) https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-listen-to-body (How to Listen to Your Body) Where can you find Kimberley Valerie? Website: https://www.kimberleyvalerie.com/ (https://www.kimberleyvalerie.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberley.valerie/ (https://www.instagram.com/kimberley.valerie/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Childhood Sexual Assault, Suicide, Smoking, Alcoholism and Drug use. If you choose to listen, please pay attention to your body. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you. At four months old, Emma G already had brain surgery. In her childhood, she saw alcoholism affect her family. In her teens, she was sexually assaulted, homeless, addicted to alcohol and drugs. Then, at 19, she had one session with a psychologist that changed her life. For the first time, she knew she was on this Earth for a reason! An award-winning musician, author, and youth empowerment coach, Emma G has had a lifelong battle with a rare neurological condition called hydrocephalus, and has used music to recover from multiple traumas, including ten brain surgeries. She is on a mission to save the world one song at a time, not just through her own music, but also by coaching teenagers to channel their voices and struggles through the powerful tool of songwriting. I invite you to join our conversation as Emma G and I discuss: Neurological disorders Sexual Assault Homelessness Trauma Treatment Forgiveness Out of body experience https://www.emdria.org (EMDR) Millennials Generation Z Racism in America https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kw9-1Yx0Jm0 (Emma G's Tedx Talks) Conscious Proficiency Alchemy 00:43:27 Behind Her Eyes by Emma G Honourable Mentions https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/hydrocephalus#:~:text=Hydrocephalus%20is%20a%20condition%20in,in%20the%20brain%20called%20ventricles. (Hydrocephalus) https://blog.flat.io/the-role-of-music-in-the-trauma-healing-process/ (The role of music in the healing process of trauma) https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/the-power-of-forgiveness#:~:text=Practicing%20forgiveness%20can%20have%20powerful,esteem%3B%20and%20greater%20life%20satisfaction. (The power of forgiveness) https://medium.com/equality-includes-you/not-black-enough-9f2be25594a8 (Not Black Enough) https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-music-primes-brain-learning (How Music Primes the Brain for Learning) Where can you find Emma G? Music: https://facebook.com/emmagmusic (https://facebook.com/emmagmusic) Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/yesyouthcoaching/?ref=share_group_link (https://www.facebook.com/groups/yesyouthcoaching/?ref=share_group_link) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagmusic (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagmusic) YouTube: https://youtube.com/emmagmusic (https://youtube.com/emmagmusic) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagmusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/emmagmusic/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a...

When one gets married, you envision growing old with the one you promised your life to. What happens when in a blink of an eye, that love is taken away? In this episode, I am speaking with Falon Bonner who lived this exact scenario. After becoming a widow at 35 after a car accident took her husband, Falon had to determine if she was going to let this tragedy break her or if she was going to survive this event. After years, she found strength in God and chose to thrive. I invite you to join our conversation as Falon and I discuss: Single Mom Young Widow Entrepreneurship Trusting God https://www.facebook.com/falon.baker.5/videos/10209677808014836 (Our Love Story) Being needed https://www.griefshare.org (Grief Share) Licensed Therapist Support Grief Rock bottom Goal Setting Abundance Freedom Honourable Mentions https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2021/08/post-traumatic-stress-symptoms (Survivors of trauma struggle to move on from the loss of loved ones) https://oneexceptionallife.com/trusting-god-in-difficult-times/ (7 Solid Principles for Trusting God in Difficult Times) https://tinybuddha.com/blog/tragedy-can-help-us-find-our-lifes-purpose/ (Tragedy Can Help Us Find Our Life's Purpose) https://www.verywellhealth.com/processing-loss-through-grief-counseling-5225423 (Turning to Grief Counseling When You Need Help) https://www.parents.com/health/mental/how-to-parent-while-depressed/ (How to Parent While Depressed) Where can you find Falon Bonner? Website: https://falonbonner.squarespace.com/new-page-2 (https://falonbonner.squarespace.com/new-page-2) YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCA2kzkbIGSU5DcCM9w0rAMw (https://youtube.com/channel/UCA2kzkbIGSU5DcCM9w0rAMw) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/falon.baker.5 (https://www.facebook.com/falon.baker.5) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/falonbonner/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/falonbonner/?hl=en) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of "It Didn't Break Me". Although this is our first episode of Season 2, it is actually the 13th Episode of the podcast so if you have not had a chance to listen to all of the gems dropped in Season 1, I invite you to go back and do so! In this season we will be diving into people sharing their medical battles, foster care experiences, losing a spouse at a young age and so much more; there are POWERFUL stories that are waiting to be heard. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss them. I guarantee you are bound to be moved and inspired by each and every guest. To start us off, I already had to grab a box of tissues while speaking to this Season's first guest, Antonio Grate. Antonio is a motivational speaker, educator, minister and husband of four who found his tenacity in the memory of his beloved grandmother. From a drug addicted parent to foster care, he triumphed. Today, he uses his experience to offer insight on how to be a phenomenal foster parent to children in need. I invite you to join our conversation as Antonio and I discuss: Impact of Drugs Toxic environment Power of love Foster care Kinship care Forgiveness Coping mechanisms Challenges Healing Honorable Mentions https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-power-of-one-antonio-grate/1139975571 (The Power of One) by Antonio Grate https://www.itdidntbreakme.com/ (Share how YOU overcame a situation) https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/complex-trauma (Effects of Complex Childhood Trauma) https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/love/why-familial-love-is-important/ (Why Familial Love Is Important) https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=neonatal-abstinence-syndrome-90-P02387 (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome) https://www.sampletherapy.com/blog/the-importance-of-processing-trauma (The Importance of Processing Trauma) https://www.iptmiami.com/news/Learning_How_to_Unlock_Tissue_Memory (Learning How to Unlock Tissue Memory) Where can you find Antonio Grate? Website: https://www.antoniograte.com/ (https://www.antoniograte.com/) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antoniodgrate/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/antoniodgrate/?hl=en) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.grate.12 (https://www.facebook.com/antonio.grate.12) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-grate-5a37b3138 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-grate-5a37b3138) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

That old adage "Time Flies When You're Having Fun" is so true! I cannot believe it has been twelve weeks since I dropped the first episode of "It Didn't Break Me". Twelve episodes of sharing. Twelve episodes of experiences. Twelve episodes of catharticism. I got to share all of that with you. And I am so honoured. As I wrap up Season 1, I would love for you to join me in some reflection. Let's engage as I discuss: Creating this podcast Perfectionism Letting go Receiving help Gratitude Sharing Your Story Zone of genius Reflections Season 2 begins September 14th! Honorable Mentions https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup Podcast Production) THANK YOU WITH ALL MY HEART TO EACH OF MY GUESTS THANK YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART TO EACH OF MY LISTENERS Hello@AuthenticallyBeYou.com - Please share your story or let someone else you know needs to share their story! https://AuthenticallyBeYou.com (AuthenticallyBeYou.com) https://forms.gle/fyMqiJDJf9UKQ8d67 (Podcast Guest Request Form) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

If you were sentenced to 10 years in prison today, what would you do? At 22, this is what this episode's guest had to ask himself. Instead of it breaking him, Aaron "Ace" Moore used that time to evolve and advocate for himself including filing a Motion to Suppress to the Federal Court on his own behalf. During this time, he found his calling: physical fitness. Now, an elite master trainer and nutritional coach, Ace isn't just transforming bodies. He is transforming lives. I invite you to join our conversation as Ace and I discuss: Arrogance Federal conviction rate Being arrested Pre-Trial Pre Sentence Investigations Career criminal https://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2022/01/the_ascendance_of_the_innercity_predator.html (Inner city predator) jail house attorneys jail vs prison black incarceration Support while incarcerated Starting a business PTSD from prison Surviving prison Don't Give Up Honorable Mentions https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/06/11/only-2-of-federal-criminal-defendants-go-to-trial-and-most-who-do-are-found-guilty/ (Only 2% of federal criminal defendants go to trial, and most who do are found guilty) https://guidelines.ussc.gov/gl/%C2%A74B1.1#:~:text=(a)%20A%20defendant%20is%20a,defendant%20has%20at%20least%20two (USSC Career Criminal Sentencing Guidelines) https://drugpolicy.org/issues/brief-history-drug-war (War on Drugs) https://casetext.com/case/united-states-v-moore-273 (United States v. Moore decision) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0221027/ (Blow) https://www.prisonpolicy.org/blog/2020/12/02/witnessing-prison-violence/#:~:text=Responses%20to%20witnessed%20violence%20behind,being%20hypervigilant%2C%20even%20after%20release. (No escape: The trauma of witnessing violence in prison) Where can you find Aaron "Ace" Moore https://www.instagram.com/aceyourwaist/ (https://www.instagram.com/aceyourwaist/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

In most stories, movies, and fairy tales, there is a character trying to search for their one true love. But in reality, more times than not, that search and find, ends up in a breakup. What happens when you find yourself single when you thought being single would obliviate you? On this episode, I am speaking with Nausheen Farishta, a woman who experienced just that. Nausheen is the host of https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-worth-edit/id1512675210 (The Self Worth Edit Podcast) . The Self Worth Edit is a personal development podcast created by a desi woman, primarily for fellow desi women. This self love podcast is also open to anyone wanting to find and understand relationships with themselves and others. I invite you to join our conversation as Nausheen and I discuss: How to live a single life Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Attachments in relationships Societal Pressures South Asian American Culture Scarcity Mindset Ignoring red flags Intuition vs Anxiety Traveling solo as a woman Living life Aligning values Digital nomad Honorable Mentions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-worth-edit/id1512675210 (The Self Worth Edit Podcast) https://membership.wocpodcasters.co/ (WOC Podcasters) https://motivationalinterviewing.org/sites/default/files/valuescardsort_0.pdf (Value Cards) Where can you find Nausheen Farishta : https://www.instagram.com/theselfworthedit/ (https://www.instagram.com/theselfworthedit/) https://selfworthedit.com/ (https://selfworthedit.com) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"? I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

Getting a diagnosis that you have a long term illness is hard. When it attacks your organs, it gets even harder!! What happens when it takes over your money maker: your face! In this episode, I am speaking with Nono Osuji who is a writer, producer, and actor living with lupus, which is a long-term autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks healthy tissue. I invite you to join our conversation as Nono and I discuss: Systemic lupus Lupus symptoms Supporters Finding solutions Health care Affordable Care Act Power of the mind Kidney failure The importance of naps Living donor A+ blood type Telling your story Honorable Mentions Link for kidney donor: https://www.livingdonordallas.org/ (https://www.livingdonordallas.org) -Just put her name Cynthia Osuji; the bday is optional. Paypal email for donations to make the documentary fornono75@gmail.com https://www.lupus.org/s3fs-public/Doc%20-%20PDF/Ohio/African%20Americans%20and%20Lupus.pdf (African Americans and Lupus) Where can you find Nono Osuji : https://www.instagram.com/brokegiftedandblackpodcast/ (IG - Broke, Gifted and Black) https://www.instagram.com/lupusdiaries/ (IG - Lupus Diaries ) https://anchor.fm/broke-gifted-and-black (Broke, Gifted and Black Podcast) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

There are people who can just tell A STORY! They are captivating and motivating and you hang on their every word. This episode's guest does all of that and more! Also, if you are racking your brain wondering where you have heard my guest's voice before, it could be because Jillian "JJ" Simmons is a speaker, author and thought leader who is a veteran radio/tv host that has worked alongside Wendy Williams (yes THAT Wendy Williams). She has also been seen on CW39 Houston, Fox, Comcast, CBS, BET and MTV! Jillian speaks to the power of self love and provokes her audiences to do the inner work of self discovery to find their own paths to self-love. I invite you to join our conversation as Jillian and I discuss: Quitting Questioning value Feelings of unworthiness Identity crisis Convincing people of your value Being true to your instincts Conversations with God Season changes Friendship Authentic people "Who do you want to become as a person?" Honorable Mentions https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/sit-still-for-5-minutes-a-day (Sit Still for 5 Minutes a Day) https://www.verywellmind.com/the-importance-of-friendship-3024371#:~:text=6%20Reasons%20Why%20Friends%20Are%20Important (6 Reasons Why Friends Are Important) Where can you find Jillian "JJ" Simmons https://www.facebook.com/jjonthemicfans/ (https://www.facebook.com/jjonthemicfans/) https://www.youtube.com/JJONTHEMIC (https://www.youtube.com/JJONTHEMIC) https://jjonthemic.com/ (https://jjonthemic.com) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjonthemic/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjonthemic/) https://www.instagram.com/jjonthemic/ (https://www.instagram.com/jjonthemic/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

Have you ever lost confidence in yourself? Was it one particular situation that occurred or was it a combination of different happenings? In this episode, after my guest, Renita Betts experienced a fire where all of her items were destroyed, she was then expelled from school. As a result, she believed she had squandered and wasted the opportunity for higher learning, this led her down a dark path which eventually led her to a revelation: she needed to be her own kind. I invite you to join our conversation as Renita and I discuss: Fear People Pleasers Nervous Breakdown symptoms Co-dependency Outpatient Therapy Writing letters to God Conversations with self Being yourself Learning lessons Honorable Mentions https://goodmentalhealthllc.com/good-mental-health/when-to-consider-an-intensive-outpatient-program-iop-or-partial-hospitalization-program-php-service-review/ (Partial Hospitalization Program) Where can you find Renita Betts : https://www.facebook.com/burownkind (https://www.facebook.com/burownkind) https://www.facebook.com/groups/2016740941801003 (https://www.facebook.com/groups/2016740941801003) https://www.linkedin.com/in/renita-betts-mba-79168077/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/renita-betts-mba-79168077/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq60D_WlxAt0P_dhzoR8_aw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq60D_WlxAt0P_dhzoR8_aw) https://www.beyourownkind.com/ (https://www.beyourownkind.com/) https://www.instagram.com/be_yourownkind/ (https://www.instagram.com/be_yourownkind/) https://twitter.com/beyourownkind24 (https://twitter.com/beyourownkind24) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode speaks of sexual abuse and molestation. If you choose to listen to this, please pay attention to your body. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honor that. On this podcast episode, I am speaking with Elizabeth Cush, LCPC aka Biz. Biz is licensed clinical professional counselor, woman's life coach and business woman in Maryland. She is an advocate for healing and personal growth at any age. Biz helps men and women find their own self-compassion. I invite you to join our conversation as Elizabeth and I discuss: Sexual abuse Emotional Turmoil Anxiety Trust issues Healing from abuse Trauma and substance abuse Depression Healing journey Self-care practices Honorable Mentions National Sexual Abuse Hotline 1-800-656-4673 https://www.rainn.org/national-resources-sexual-assault-survivors-and-their-loved-ones (RAINN) https://www.everydayhealth.com/depression/how-trauma-leads-to-depression.aspx (How Trauma Can Lead to Depression) Where can you find Elizabeth Cush: https://elizabethcushcoaching.com/ (https://elizabethcushcoaching.com/) https://www.facebook.com/AYWWPodcast (https://www.facebook.com/AYWWPodcast) https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-cush-88a39121/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-cush-88a39121/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2zJqdGfgkTqw2AGwWBPVcQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2zJqdGfgkTqw2AGwWBPVcQ) https://www.instagram.com/awakenyourwisewoman/ (https://www.instagram.com/awakenyourwisewoman/) https://twitter.com/womanworriers?lang=en (https://twitter.com/womanworriers?lang=en) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

In the words of Salt-N-Pepa, let's talk about sex! Talking about sex and what is means to be a sexual being is an important conversation! So I'm going to have it with actress, director, producer and author Brianne Davis. Having starred in TV shows and movies loved by many such as Lucifer, True Blood, Jarhead, and Prom Night, Brianne Davis has directed three films. With over 12 years of recovery as a sex and love addict, she also is the podcast host of the podcast, https://secretlifepodcast.com/ (Secret Life). I invite you to join our conversation as Brianne and I discuss: Looking outside of yourself Sex and Love addiction Intimacy disorder Fears Addiction to people Running from feelings Stigma Using sex to cope with depression Porn Addiction Gratitude and prayer A new high Sexual anorexia Self-discovery journey Honorable Mentions https://amzn.to/3kAJwxZ (Let's Talk About Sex by Salt N Pepa ) https://www.tpoftampa.com/what-is-a-sex-and-love-addiction/ (What is Sex and Love addiction) https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/process-addiction/sex-addiction/sexual-addiction-statistics/ (Sex Addiction Facts and Statistics ) https://www.focusonthefamily.ca/content/recovery-and-treatment-for-sexual-addiction (Recovery and Treatment for Sexual Addiction) https://slaafws.org/download/core-files/The_40_Questions_of_SLAA.pdf (40 Questions for Self Diagnosis for SLAA ) Where can you find Brianne Davis: Amazon:  https://amzn.to/2MjsjvL%5C (https://amzn.to/2MjsjvL) Website:  https://secretlifenovel.com/ (https://secretlifenovel.com)  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-life/id1521171499 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-life/id1521171499) Instagram: @thebriannedavis https://www.instagram.com/thebriannedavis/ (https://www.instagram.com/thebriannedavis/) @secretlifenovel https://www.instagram.com/secretlifenovel/ (https://www.instagram.com/secretlifenovel/) @secretlifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/secretlifepodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/secretlifepodcast/) Tiktok: @the.briannedavis https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9RKLhR/ (https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9RKLhR/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

In this episode, I speak with Jamel Moore. Jamel is a black men who is a spoken word artist, model, and motivational speaker. When he exchanged vows with his second wife, he was determined that this time, he was going to do it "right". Unfortunately, like https://www.wf-lawyers.com/divorce-statistics-and-facts/#:~:text=Almost%2050%20percent%20of%20all,end%20in%20divorce%20or%20separation. (almost 50%) of the US population, the relationship ended in divorce and depression. I invite you to join our conversation as Jamel and I discuss: "It's not my fault" Shame vs guilt Co-dependency Numbing the Pain Alcohol Abuse Getting massages Therapy What it means to feel secure Healing Process Breakthroughs Black men and depression Honorable Mentions https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/09/ce-black-mental-health (Black Men's Mental Health Matters) http://www.healthymarriageinfo.org/research-policy/marriage-facts-and-research/marriage-and-divorce-statistics-by-culture/african-americans-and-black-community/ (Marriage in the African American Community) https://www.alcoholrehabguide.org/resources/african-americans-alcohol/ (African Americans and Alcohol Abuse) https://therapyforblackmen.org/ (Therapy for Black Men) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4215700/ (Depression in African American Men: A Review of What We Know and Where We Need to Go From Here) https://amzn.to/3LpngmC (The Four Agreements) https://amzn.to/3LpTcaw (The Human Magnet Syndrome ) Where can you find Jamal: IG - https://www.instagram.com/jamellow/ (https://www.instagram.com/jamellow/) TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9R3wCb/ (https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9R3wCb/) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

In this week's episode of It Didn't Break Me, my guest is anonymous. In this podcast, I wanted to create an environment where my guests are able to freely tell their stories and if they choose to remain anonymous, I respect and honor their decision. When we seek mental health counselors, psychiatrists, therapists, etc. we expect them to have all of the answers. But what happens when they feel in crisis themselves? I invite you to join our conversation as my anonymous guest and I discuss: Divorce Finding a therapist as a therapist Red Flags Hindsight is 20/20 Perfectionism Enabling disrespectful behavior Gender based stereotypes Societal Norms What is abuse? Ending relationships Blended Families Not keeping secrets A beautiful mess Honorable Mentions National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 https://www.helpguide.org/articles/abuse/getting-out-of-an-abusive-relationship.htm (How to Get Out of an Abusive Relationship) https://reachma.org/blog/6-different-types-of-abuse/ (6 Different Types of Abuse) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to Episode 1, I highly recommend you go listen. There, you will hear today's guest, Cafria Hart, interview me. Cafria is believer, wife, mother, sister, engineer and lover of life. Thinking that there was truly nothing that could break her because she is a "strong black woman", Cafria realized THAT was what was breaking her! I invite you to join our conversation as Cafria and I discuss: Losing a child Controlling and Ignoring Unrealistic expectations Stress Becoming a true role model "Sipping on the Culture" "Should" is a dirty word Letting go of perfection Intergenerational Trauma Knowing what you don't want Courageous vs Brave Permission to grieve Black mental health Honorable Mentions https://youtube.com/channel/UC9NxKyMLczp0vMjlwOmhULA (Bianca's mum's YouTube Page) https://anchor.fm/j-forts (A Sister's Siesta ) https://blackmamasmatter.org/bmhw/, (Black Maternal Health) https://www.mhanational.org/issues/black-and-african-american-communities-and-mental-health (Black Mental Health Awareness) Follow Cafria: https://www.instagram.com/freeyahheart/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/freeyahheart/?hl=en) ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

Thank you for joining me in my first episode of It Didn't Break Me. I am SO EXCITED you are here! My hope is as you listen to these stories, you find inspiration and connection. I also hope that you find, you are not alone in whatever mess is happening in your life and you can get through it. During this episode, you will be learning about me and why I chose to create this podcast. My gracious friend, Cafria, interviewed me and invited me to share my story. Now, I invite you to join our conversation as Cafria and I discuss: Sharing my story Stigmas Sexually transmitted diseases Genital Herpes Receiving the diagnosis Denial and Fear Worth and Value within yourself Doing inner work The Power of God Helping others in your truth Being one with my diagnosis #Metoo Post traumatic resilience What does support look like? Genital Herpes Resources https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes-detailed.htm#:~:text=HSV%2D2%20infection%20is%20more,14%20to%2049%20year%20olds. (STD Facts) https://www.authenticwednesdaypodcast.com/episode/35-confidently-living-with-genital-herpes (Authentic Wednesday Podcast) https://www.spfpp.org (SPFPP) A sincere note of gratitude to Cafria Hart!!! Thank you so much for interviewing me for my very first episode. If you want to learn more about Cafria, follow her on https://freeyahheart (IG)! ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.

What's something you thought would break you but it didn't? The It Didn't Break Me Podcast answers this question. Each season of, It didn't break me, is created with the intention of being  a safe space for honest and vulnerable conversations with people, who share their transformational life stories around the messy stuff they didn't think they'd come back from, and yet they are still here, courageously accepting themselves as they are and giving themselves permission to show up as their true self letting their light shine.  Join Bianca Kesha Hughes as she is setting boundaries and breaking barriers in all areas of her life, allowing others to share how they have as well and inspiring you to discover the beauty within the mess. ————— This podcast is hosted by https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (Bianca Kesha Hughes). Known for authenticity and heart-work services, Bianca is the ultimate trailblazer in the mental health and wellness field as a therapist, coach, speaker, and podcast host, inspiring her audience to let go of the illusion of perfectionism. Ready to learn more? Contact her https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/ (here)! ————— If you would love to connect with Bianca, join her in these following spaces: https://authentically-be-you.ck.page/3f2e85ebda (Insights and Inspirations) https://www.itdidntbreakme.com (Podcast Website) https:// https://www.facebook.com/authenticallybu (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/authenticallybeyou (Instagram) Interested in inviting Bianca to speak so she can inspire your audience?https://www.authenticallybeyou.com/biancaspeaks ( Click here) and fill out a short form. ————— Have you been moved by what you heard in this week's episode of "It Didn't Break Me"?  I invite you to leave an honest review of how this episode impacted you. Also, share this podcast with a friend. We all have a friend that needs it! Song Credit: Encore by King Sis This is a https://crackersinsoup.com/ (Crackers In Soup) production.