Self Love Lounge

You know you've crossed over when your life reflects your soul, not your survival. My inner child is screaming/whispering, "omgomgomg," because it's finally happening. Since my teens, I've been choosing myself, even when it was hard, even when I didn't fully know who I was. I kept choosing until it stuck. Now, adulthood isn't an arrival, it's a daily becoming. It means no longer abandoning the parts of me once called too much, too sensitive, too bold, too magical, too Black, too brown. I'm not just surviving anymore, I'm finally living as me. This episode is for anyone who hears their younger self whisper, “Thank you for not giving up on me.”As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@selflovelounge_ ⁠⁠

Sometimes we enter situations knowing they aren't meant to last forever. We stay because it feels right, or we convince ourselves it's different this time. But eventually, we realize the only person we needed to be was ourselves. This episode is about breaking up with the versions of ourselves and relationships that no longer align. It's about finding peace in letting go and realizing that true healing comes when we stop performing for spaces that don't see us. If you're navigating a similar breakup then this episode is for you.A little message from your Host, Areena: Hey listeners, I wanted this episode to be my love letter to you. This was a really hard yet freeing experience to navigate, but I'm releasing it as a gift to help align with the New Moon in Taurus, honoring a cycle closing and new beginnings. Love you. Be gentle and let peace flow within you. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@selflovelounge_ ⁠⁠

A gentle whisper calls you back to yourself. In the depths of uncertainty, in the echoes of doubt, there is a quiet voice urging you to remember who you are. Cameron and I explore the journey of self-reclamation, the power of intuition, and the shadows that reveal our deepest truths. This episode is for you to know that you were never lost, only waiting to be found.As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@selflovelounge_ ⁠⁠Guest Speaker - Cameron Hubert-Langston is an artist, human-centered storyteller, and mental health advocate. As a proud Philly native, he has worked to cultivate his love for the arts, people, and the world by honing his skills as a thought-provoking creative and contributor within the media and wellness landscape. The idea for Sharing Air emerged from Cameron's personal journey with mental health challenges. By leaning on his artistry as a performer and producer, he discovered a middle ground where storytelling and mental health intersect, fostering truth and healing. This inner work of rediscovery inspired him to create a mindfulness media platform that shares stories, sparks thought, and shapes change. Cameron's excitement and dedication to being a prominent voice for all people are at the core of Sharing Air, encouraging everyone to keep breathing well and sharing air because of it.

You are here to explore, to dream, and to peel back the layers of what truly calls to you. Your desires are unfolding, revealing themselves again and again, until you are ready to fully claim them. This episode Sherhara Burrell serves as a reminder that you are the youngest you will ever be, right now. So, what's the rush? Take your time, trust the journey, and embrace the beautiful process of becoming. The world is waiting, and you have all the time you need to discover what truly lights you up. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@selflovelounge_ ⁠Guest Speaker - Sherhara Burrell is a keynote speaker, communication coach, and Co-founder of SpeakHaus, a leadership coaching company. With 17 years of experience, she helps leaders communicate confidently and shape organizational culture. She works with Fortune 1000 companies and startups, using storytelling to drive cultural transformation. Known for her signature haircut and expertise on Coming to America, Sherhara is also a newlywed and aspiring comedienne. She's passionate about fostering meaningful connections and creating impactful leadership.

What story have you been telling yourself? Sometimes, we long for something, only to realize it's not ours to claim. It's beautiful to pause and honor the truth that what we thought we wanted may not align with who we're becoming. Myriah Johnson, Program Director for ColorCreative's Find Your People Program, guides us in crafting the story we share with the world. But first, we must ask: What story are you telling yourself? This episode invites you to trust, be present, and recognize that as you reach for the stars, you are already aligned with them.As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@selflovelounge_ ⁠Guest Speaker - Myriah started her career as a sideline reporter for minor league baseball and high school football. It was here she found her love for producing which led her to become the Executive Producer of a live positive focused news show for Comcast. Coincidence and magic took her from producing into the world of sports marketing. She was the second employee hired to start a professional soccer team in San Francisco where she honed her craft of using the power of data and automated processes to drive strategy as the Director of Marketing. Today, Myriah is the Program Director for ColorCreative's ⁠Find Your People Program⁠, where all her talents—creativity, strategy, authenticity and intentionality—come together to support and elevate Black and brown creators. Her work is grounded in a belief that, in order to create the change we dream of in the world, we must move beyond our minds and lead more with our hearts.Beyond her program work, Myriah is an integral coach, guiding people through the process of unblocking self-limiting beliefs that hold them back from living their fullest lives. She guides people to discover the treasure hidden deep within—and the dirt that covers it up—seeing both as equally valuable parts of the journey.Elusive by design and intentionally difficult to find online, Myriah invites those interested in her story to follow the Find Your People Program. If you're drawn to connect with her, she encourages you to reflect on what it is within you that is seeking that connection, offering it as an opportunity to discover something new about yourself

Wherever you may find yourself, the stillness of calm reminds you that only you know what's best for you. Amid the rush of all you've been told you are, allow your story to unfold and your true self to simply be free. This episode honored Kayla Greaves, a true trailblazer in the beauty industry. With 13 years of experience, Kayla has built an incredible career, moving from editorial and commercial beauty modeling to becoming one of the most sought-after voices both in front of the camera and behind-the-scenes. If this episode finds you, I hope you feel encouraged to trust in your own wisdom. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Follow us on Instagram: @selflovelounge_ Guest Speaker - Kayla Greaves is one of the most sought-after and authoritative voices in the beauty world—both in front of the camera and behind-the-scenes. With 13 years of industry experience under her belt, Kayla has truly done it all—from editorial to commercial beauty modeling. She has interviewed dozens of notable celebrities, from Kate Winslet, to Brad Pitt, Naomi Campbell, Halle Berry, Dionne Warwick, Dolly Parton, and Chaka Khan, just to name a few. Kayla can be seen as an expert commentator on HBO's The Beauty of Blackness and Netflix's The Black Beauty Effect, among other TV appearances, and can be seen in campaigns for Augustinus Bader, Olay, and Shark Beauty. Her vast expertise—from her gift of sparking fun and captivating conversations to creating her own best-selling, award-winning beauty product—has solidified her name in the industry as a true multi-hyphenated storyteller, on-camera talent, and beauty authority.

Even if our innocence was mistaken for weakness, a part of us has learned to grow without losing its essence. Who would've thought I'd end up in a relationship with someone who would run me over, without even an apology? At some point, you move away, just enough to let them collapse. And, in the end, you're left picking up the pieces of yourself they refused to hold, just as you once held theirs. This episode is a reminder for that version of you, the one who went through the hurt is waiting for the person you are now. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.

Building a relationship with yourself means allowing old versions of you to rise from the ashes of loss. Ouch. But as we sit with the ashes and let them transmute into gold, it becomes a connection to something greater than ourselves, anchoring us into the wholeness of our being. This episode is a reminder that you are a miracle, and because of that, what once seemed impossible becomes possible. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.

A year later, it's hard to acknowledge all that we've felt, just for it to now be released. The dance between what once was before what is no longer, is now surrendered. When we run at the cost of losing someone or something we know is never going to be true, walking to acceptance is the new light. This episode, to me, is a celebration, not a lesson because we've already experienced enough of those in 2024. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.

Spiritual awakenings are often romanticized as beautiful, but in reality, they can be overwhelming and full of pain. We often find ourselves seeking, only to realize that what we seek has always resided within us. There comes a time in our healing journey when we are prompted to release everything we've sown, allowing our soul to blossom—a process that can only happen in the dark. Allow the dark parts of yourself to be, rather than maintaining a façade you know isn't true. This episode is for YOU.

Sometimes, the way our minds connect and goes straight to the heart. It stings us to realize it wasn't meant for us. What a blessing to connect with what might break us open just enough to allow our truth to emerge. Lately, every time I speak my truth, my voice shakes—a sign that I am finding what I want is deserving. This episode is where I throw out the script and channel those ready to quiet the mind and let the soul speak. If you're ready to heal through CommUNITY, join me for my first workshop in January 2025 in Vancouver.

At 25, I found my life shaping itself around things I just stopped caring about. When I lost something I really liked, I realized I just didn't really love it as much as I love who I am becoming. So, what does it mean to feel lost? Loss can bring clarity, prompting shifts to our most internal dreams leaving behind externalities we no longer care for. This episode is for those who embrace the questions that arise and seek wholeness in every part of themselves, those that heal, those that dream, and those that simply are. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.

We've been taught to fear the dark, but it's often where we find the truest parts of ourselves. From the safety of our mother's womb to life's quiet, reflective spaces, darkness holds a kind of nurturing that's rarely recognized. Our next guest speaker, lotus and I dive into reclaiming this space and the power of documenting our life for ourselves. Embracing the ebbs and flows, we learn to see the dark not as something to fear but as a space for rebirth. This episode is for those looking to reclaim all parts of their journey, finding power in places that are often left in shadow. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Guest Speaker - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lotus Laloba is a certified trauma-informed practitioner specializing in EFT, NLP, and Quantum Reiki, dedicated to the belief that true power lies in embracing both light and darkness. As the host of the LOTUSLIKE podcast, she creates sacred spaces for mental and spiritual wellness, particularly for Black creatives. Lotus empowers individuals to cultivate confidence, clarity, and courage by exploring the wisdom in their shadows, guiding them toward self-mastery through dark feminine energy. This December, she will host manifestation parties, offering participants a powerful environment to align their energy, harness their darkness, and manifest their desires with intention and grace.  Here is Her Morning Ritual for Free: Click Here

When you begin to grow, those around you may either evolve with you or remain where you left them. Choosing for yourself can trigger envy and jealousy from your circles, creating dynamics that seek to keep you in a past version of yourself that no longer exists. Executive Director of 5X, Harpo reminds us to stay grounded in who we are, affirming there's no right or wrong way to feel safe in truth, it just is. This episode is for those who are reaching for the stars. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Guest Speaker - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Harpo is a dynamic cultural producer and leader in the South Asian arts scene in British Columbia, Canada. As the Executive Director of 5X, an organization dedicated to young South Asians, she embodies the South Asian identity in Surrey. Her tagline, "Building the world I want to live in," reflects her commitment to bicultural and hybrid identities. With a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology & Gender Studies from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts in Education & Society from McGill University, Harpo's research focuses on the challenges faced by second-generation Canadians. Since becoming Executive Director in 2023, she has led the 5X Festival, amplifying South Asian voices and narratives.Recognized as one of Surrey's Top 25 Under 25 in 2021, Harpo is also a community builder and thought leader, participating in panels for organizations like the BC Arts Council. Her insights on cultural dynamics have been featured in media outlets including CBC Radio and Radio Canada.  Additionally, she hosts the podcast "Brown Girl Guilt," which has garnered over 183,000 plays, showcasing her dedication to community empowerment and cultural representation in Canada.

Have you ever found yourself peeling away layers of lies, only to uncover truths that shake the very foundation of who you thought you were? In this special birthday episode of Self Love Lounge, Areena Channels her journey of shedding the lies that once defined her early 20s, revealing the pain and freedom that comes with embracing truth. She dives into the chaos of losing people, dreams, and the life you thought was yours, offering wisdom for those who are struggling to find themselves. Areena encourages listeners to let go of who they were never meant to be, to embrace the courage of living authentically, and to trust that this process will lead to a more fulfilled and joyful life. Whether you're just starting this journey or reflecting on how far you've come, this episode is a reminder that being yourself is always enough. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Happy Birthday not to me to us. - Areena Antoine

There comes a time in our journey when our external reality no longer aligns with the truth emerging from our hearts. In those moments, our wounds slow us down, guiding our tears to transform into a soulful breath that welcomes the wisdom within our pain. Breathwork Teacher Krista Reid reminds us that a healing journey may not always be clear, but the distance we've traveled illuminates the many candles we blew out as our inner child, reminding us that we are our own medicine. This episode is for those who have come so far—honor yourself. We are so proud of you! Go be you for you!!! As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Guest Speaker - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Krista Reid is here to help you connect more deeply to your heart through the power of your breath. I'm a lifelong student and certified facilitator of Breathwork, an active self-healing technique that has changed my life. This practice is an effective way to bring greater awareness to our limiting beliefs and emotional/mental blocks and build one's ability to see the potential beyond the ‘stories'. Breathwork enables us to nourish a stronger relationship with our most confident, intuitive selves and live in greater accordance with nature. We all have the capacity to mend our spirit. With the proper tools, anything is possible.

Have you ever tried on your favorite outfit, only to find it no longer fits? It's a mix of emotions—grieving the loss of who we were while finding joy in creating new memories as a new version of self. Embracing new styles that reflect who we're becoming can be daunting, as old stories—often far from the truth—weigh on our hearts. Joy and grief can coexist as we move on from what we once loved. Guest speaker Elisha Kainth and I mirror our experiences of leaving home and adapting to a new place we can call home, for now. If you've been trying on an outfit that no longer fits and are seeking a new look that truly mirrors your truth, then this episode is for you. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Guest Speaker - ⁠Elisha Kainth is on a journey of growth, transformation, and self-discovery. As an acupuncture student, Elisha is deeply passionate about holistic healing and the power of the mind-body connection. Elisha's focus has been on embracing change, stepping into the unknown, and finding strength in new beginnings. After experiencing a significant transformation, including moving to a new city and starting school again, Elisha knows firsthand the challenges and rewards of navigating life's transitions. Elisha hopes this inspires listeners to take bold steps, embrace their true selves, and trust in the journey ahead. Together let's explore the beauty of life's uncertainties and the endless possibilities that come with them.

When you and your soul are misaligned, you ignore signs that may be truthful for you. This disconnection can manifest as physical disturbances, making you the worst version of yourself. Recently, life has been about making tough decisions and pushing past complacency. I say, hell yes! Keep making those difficult choices that set you apart. We weren't brought here to be the same; we were meant to light up this world by embracing who we truly are.

Despite committing to healing and growing into blissful change, there are moments when we pause, unsure of who we've become. Reflecting on returning back to basics, the episode prompts listeners to question who they were in winter, who they are emerging in spring, and who they aspire to be, urging them to navigate the challenges of maintaining self-worth amidst opinions, uncertainty, and change. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. 

Love is not rationalizing poor judgement. Love is not miscommunication. Love is not failed attempts. Love is not against you. Love is you. If you recently been called to let go of the loved you love, then this episode is for your heart. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. 

We are entering a colder season, where we may find ourselves struggling against the flow, resisting the natural currents of change. but there comes a moment when we realize that swimming against the tide only exhaust us further. It's then that we must find courage to release our grip on control, and move to the rhythm of our intuition. Our guest speaker, Jade and I explore the wave of returning back to our inner-state with more gratitude. If you are ready to be inspired, uplifted and empowered to live a life of gratitude and intuition, then this episode is for you. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.  Guest Speaker - Jade Morning is a personal trainer, health coach, and entrepreneur who connects and coaches women of all ages, from children to grandmothers. Every day I am inspired to create things that help address, educate, enlighten, empower, and support people. It's my mission to make the journey simple and exciting for my clients!

Step into the imposter syndrome soiree with our special guest, Alexa Nicol, as we waltz through a therapeutic dance of self-doubt and success. Ever lost a friend, started a new job, or embarked on a wild new project? Your spirit's cheering, but you're side-eyeing it. It's imposter syndrome—where celebrating your wins feels like a comedy show you never signed up for! As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.  Guest Speaker - Alexa Nicol is a dedicated advocate for facilitating meaningful connections. With a profound desire to help individuals connect with themselves, their spirit, and others, she draws inspiration from her personal journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Amidst life's greatest gift, her children, Alexa considers herself privileged to maintain a deep connection with spirit and nature. Recognizing this as her life's purpose, she ardently embraces the challenge, bringing professionalism, gratitude, and unwavering commitment to her transformative work.

Releasing our familiar unhappiness is the first step into recovering years of being addicted to what is no longer serving us. How we decide we've outgrown versions of ourselves that have held us when we most needed it is okay and required. How we move forward is what you begin to reach for in their place. This episode is your Emergency Room (ER) filled with love while helping you retrieve your soul back. As an energy exchange, please rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms.  Guest Speaker - ⁠Dani Banchev is a coach, entrepreneur, podcast host and actor. He has empowered more than 60k people from 20 countries around the world through his educational videos, podcasts and virtual events.

 His mission is set people FREE by getting them in touch with the abundance of choices to live life on THEIR terms through THEIR full potential. Dani has been sought after, and privately mentored many business owners throughout their journey to success. With his specialty in porn addiction recovery, he is currently on his way to becoming the fastest-growing sexual mastery coach in the business world. Dani is well known for teaching discipline, self-awareness, spirituality, manifestation, and NAC (Neuro-Associative Conditioning) to help people produce lasting changes in their lives.

Hard. Life can be hard sometimes and It's hard to even explain why it's hard, so you might think to hardened up like a shell that's protecting itself from an unwanted season. Now it's time to buckle up, there is joy riding to acceptance although this won't be an easy road to trust, It is time to surrender. For those resisting this episode, THE UNIVERSE IS IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT. If you are looking for a sign this episode is a reminder that everything is and will be okay. As an energy exchange, rate, review and write a loving note to host Areena Antoine on Spotify, Apple Podcast and All major Platforms. Song Download Lose You to Love Me by Selena Gomez  Follow Self Love Lounge on Instagram  Follow Areena Antoine on Tik Tok 

Will you take back those who don't see you? Will you accept what was never meant for you? Or will you learn to love all of what you've suppressed. What is left untouched will manifest into triggering situations we are required to let go of. Sometimes you get tested the most when it's time for you elevate. Reiki Master and Spiritual Teacher, Mesha Toor helps us believe in what and who we are becoming. This episode is for those who are about to get real successful. Guest Speaker - Mesha Toor is an International Actress, Model and Modeling Coach who has been actively working in the Film + Fashion industry for over 15 years. She has a degree in Fashion Design + Merchandising and is the founder of Model Mechanisms® - a modeling academy which helps provide coaching sessions for Models, Actors, Kids, Entertainer's, Brides + Grooms. Mesha's natural ability to teach and provide spiritual and industry guidance for her students was an easy transition for Mesha to train as a Reiki Master and Reiki Master Teacher. Her innate healing ability and intuitive sense have always made Mesha keen to help and ease other people's pain. Mesha is the Founder + Creative Director of Mudita Healing Studio. "With the current changes that have taken place since the beginning of 2020 the world is in great need of healing now more than ever. As a Reiki Master and Spiritual Teacher I feel it is my responsibility to help guide others and set them on the right path." 

I've been roaming around different areas, unable to let go and let life in again. Many MINDless relationships are starting to get the best of me as I revisit what no longer serves me. So what does it mean to revisit your past? Some would say Saturn Retrograde is an invitation to feel into the foundations of the relationships around you. Vulnerably, I would say I've been questioning my worth lately. The ties I've created to lost souls have lost their spark in me, and I guess that becomes the real tragedy I now re-grieve. I don't MIND processing as it becomes an avenue you reach when you are ready to elevate to your highest potential. So what does it mean to revisit your past? Well, i'll sit with the shadows, stand with my little and walk to my higher self all at once. This episode requires you to Powerfully Claim your MIND back. Are you ready?

Sometimes we reach a peak of healing opportunity that is simply just a viewpoint. Even having done the healing work, even feeling as though old wounds have now healed, even accomplishing some of your dreams as of right now and then losing them in the process of self-discovery, it might still feel like nothing's really changed and you're right back to where you started. Feeling a void filled with external validation only to realize ⁠It's Time to Start Feeling, Again⁠. The next mountain you climb after admiring the viewpoint is one where you are required to climb Alone But Far From Lonely. This episode is a reminder that you are not lonely nor truly alone in this journey even if it may feel as though you are. To Build Her Home is Coming Soon. Spiritual Awakening Playlist Available.

No amount of a guilt from choices made in past relationships can disrupt anxiously our future. Nothing truly matters but there's a moment presently where you can actively decide what does. Maybe you are going through a bad break up - Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber style or maybe you mistrusted someone - Tiger Woods style. Instead of focusing on what went wrong, It's Time to Look Deep Within and ask yourself "what role did I play in my own suffering?" This episode with our guest Emerald Osagie might be a tough pill to swallow as it reminds you that every person you meet is a pure reflection of yourself that requires more peace and endless healing. Guest Speaker - Emerald Osagie With her unique and soulful voice, Emerald Osagie captivates her listeners with her tone and relatable lyrics. Osagie grew up in a single-parent household surrounded by music. Listening to artists like Mary J Blige, Brandy, Patti Labelle, Amy Winehouse and more, all individuals influence her music to this day. Osagie is a singer-songwriter from Vancouver Canada who started making music in the comfort of her own bedroom. Starting with poetry, Osagie began turning poems into songs and using the guitar and piano to accompany said lyrics. After teaching herself how to produce and write songs she began to put out her music on streaming platforms on her own. In 2020, Osagie had been introduced to producers Hugh Olychick and Morgan Perry at Akashic Records where the three clicked instantly. Together the three of them began making music which then led to putting out songs. Osagie anticipates the release of more music.

You begin your healing journey in a season of your life that has now ended. I am here to remind you that it's time to go deep within. But, you seem unsure on what stands to lay your feet because your mind (if not) racing you out of alignment. This episode with spiritual healer, entrepreneur & visionary Bhav helps us recognize a deeper healing we never really started until now. This episode is about getting deeper maybe even darker until you feel your light again at the root of your true essence of YOU. You will recognize that you are breaking generational trauma. You ARE no longer the sheep of the family but the game changer that is filled with your ancestors strength and LOVE. Guest Speaker - Bhav Toor Kang is a spiritual healer, entrepreneur & visionary. With over a decade of experience within the Marketing industry, her passion lies in helping others connect the dots. Bhav is a certified Reiki Master Teacher, a spiritual coach and is the co-founder of a gemstone jewelry brand called Buddha Beads. 

Fear is not your enemy but your driving force towards fulfilling your wildest dreams. We've all been a victim to our fears. We might accept wearing other people's masks as a shield only to realize we are being haunted by the choices we made for ourselves. WilliE, Artist/Songwriter at Roc Nation (Founded by Jay Z) and I in this episode remind you that the next time you feel fear, take your power back and make the decision to do whatever you set your mind to do. Your motto should be, "Do it scared." Because what's the worst that can happen. Lessons? That's a blessing. Guest Speaker - WilliE Artist/Songwriter hailing from Houston, Texas. WilliE, formally known as Tia' Gold. Her warm tone and lush-pop delivery even landed the southern songstress an opening performance spot for Doja Cat & Houstons own Megan Thee Stallion at 2019's Break The Internet concert held at the The Revention Center located in Willie's hometown. WilliE loves to write for film and tv and has landed cuts with Issa Rae's company Raedio. Along with having a song in the highly anticipated last season of HBO's Insecure and Issa's newest venture Rap $hit, most recently she's added vocal acting to her list of skills, performing as Mary J Blige in Hulu's "Wu-Tang: An American Saga".

It's time to fall in love with yourself by being your own friend, again. This requires saying goodbye to a version of yourself that no longer fits. You may find yourself withdrawing from memorable friendships that in your heart just don't feel right. Sometimes, it isn't that there's something wrong but simply your soul calling you to dig deeper and stop running from your truest potential because there's more of yourself you haven't yet discovered and this episode is for those who are ready to heal.

We've spent years as students and actually become good. So, how does 5 years feel like a tug of war? I've been fighting with myself for control while the judges are the ones listening to this episode today. The judges, successful or not, get to sit comfortably at my expense. She didn't make it after university. She has a degree and works minimum wage? She majored in arts, that's why?  What I choose to do next, is finally up to me and maybe that's scary but freeing. This episodes will feel like being ok in the dark but needing a flashlight just to be sure you made the right decision and ironically this is how we Art Students feel. So I guess here's to being freely lost, confidently (post grad).

What does it mean to graduate? The obvious answer is that I am no longer a student. The ambiguity begins to highlight the fact that I am no longer on my parents care plan. The rush to settle for a part-time job to secure government care is one I want no part of. The truth is I no longer have representation which intoxicates the fact that I am deeply lost in our world. What does it mean to graduate? I am forced to feel lost, again but freely.

I graduated, Now what? I now walk into spaces where I am not entirely sure if I belong. Anxiety rushes through my mind so I shrink myself into a job description. But my heart urges me to keep looking for a place where the job aligns with who I have become, a woman. The founder of Saddie Baddies, Priscilla O. Agyeman teaches us a softer way to search for a workplace that serves us. If you have been scared of the unknown as you search for yourself again, then this episode is for you.

Ever indulged? sometimes intentional but so often impulsively… in things we may not truly want..to impress people we don't even like. Join us in this episode with Award-winning millennial money coach Gina Judge where we get to the root to what money means to us.

This episode brings meaning to our home. I remembered the day I closed my eyes and connected to my intuition as the sound of the waves, the chirping of the birds and the sun caressed my caramel skin. Not only was I in deep meditation but I was at home sweet home thanks to Alexa and Lisa's spiritual guidance.  Our two Guest speakers introduce us to a world where everything is magically possible especially when we connect to our intuition. What is intuition? How can we connect to our intuition?  Tune in and connect yours with us. 

As a kid, I used to place posters of Selena Gomez down on a flat and what was supposed to be a white surface. I'd then attach dollar store-bought tape to all corners, the center, and midpoints between the corners. That was my way of dreaming and hoping for the unexpected. What if you had a dream? What if all you had to do to dream was to be okay with not knowing what the unexpected could be? Arielle Siegel reminds us to always expect the unexpected as she is currently recurring in Hulu's Life & Beth as Amy Schumer's friend Jen. This episode goes out to all my dreamers.

Even though you may never want to, sit with It. What you may ask? Sit with the tears while unclenching your jaw because when the tears dry, you stand on the other side where you find a deep and loud self-connection even if you've lost yourself endless times. Empowering Jenna Berman plants healing in our wounds where she reminds us that imperfections are what make us all unique and incredibly powerful. Disclaimer: Jenna encourages the use of daily sunscreen for the health aspect/protection/benefits. Please wear sunscreen. Just don't sweat any fine lines or wrinkles from aging! You've earned them with every laugh & smile.

"Is it Lady like to say the shit I want to say?" Kiana Ledé sang it best. Let me introduce you to Self Love with a sprinkle of Bad Bitch energy. This episode warms us for a vulnerable pep talk from your host truly, only.  I'll self-sabotage with you where bitting my tongue as a lady was the price I paid until I picked up my mic and sang about the empowerment of being a boss while the fear of being labelled as a bitch creeped up every day. 

When I recorded this episode, I wasn't thinking about my past lovers but I was thinking about who have I become since. Here's to the one that did the crime and got away: It was the type of love that will forever live in my body as a reminder of how strong I truly am. Here's to the one that tried but it was too late: When I became what I loved about him, I knew I no longer loved him. In fact, I never loved him to behind with. Here's to the one, where someday someone will walk into your life and make you realize why it never works out with anyone else. 

This is for our boys who may have been rough around the edges but I grew up with David Duenas and BK which makes this episode personally special.  From bullying me in the hallways to laughing with me on this episode, forgiving and grieving our past selves is what bridged us together, today. If you've ever lost yourself in high school and may have made decisions you now know better, then this one's for you. 

Just because you make it in a very competitive industry, or school does not mean you are promised success. Success looks different for all and the way you enjoy the journey is what makes you successful. Hallmark Network Executive, Auna Kemp and I talk about the beauty of being an introvert in an extroverted creative industry. 

We are all different, and sometimes we struggle to make a difference. Nav Parmar and I challenge listeners to remember the craziest dream, you used to dream about as a kid. Maybe, you wanted to play in the NBA. Maybe, you wanted to be a Star. Maybe, you felt a soul calling to empower 7 billion people through art, whatever it is, the ones who are passionate enough ( or crazy enough as society labels) to think they can obtain this dreams in this crazy world, are the ones that do. 

Growing up, do you remember identifying with a Disney/ Nickelodeon Star who looked very similar to you? I, unfortunately, did not have the luxury of identifying with any stars that looked like me or at least shared similar features. Canadian Actress Aliza Vellani most recently touched an enormous amount of hearts for her role as Rani Singh in the Netflix series, Sweet Tooth. She and I got together to tackle Diversity, Equity and Inclusion behind the scenes of the acting industry that is often never talked about. We came to an epiphany that in the end what matters most is that we are human beings and so how could an industry categorize us into a single box when we are so beautifully complex. If this resonates with you, join us.

Calling all Bachelor nation because empowering Tammy from Peter's season is making waves by not only representing diversity but emphasizing inclusion for an equitable future change. In this episode, we get real about our past insecurities with our bodies, physical features, stereotypes associated with our minority status, grieving seasons of friendships and heartbreaks that ultimately shaped who we are today as empowered colourful women who speak up, naturally.

Sometimes, those who are the closest to your heart become your worst enemy. When you are struggling the most, these unhealed individuals will reveal their two faces that submerge fog in your life, meaning you will have difficulty seeing through chaos but if you close your eyes, and surrender, you find peace instead. This episode goes out to those who may find peace in chaos or those who are now wishing for peace in guilt. 

Ever been on a rollercoaster? Well, the last four years of my life were quite an emotional ride. The journey in the workplace as a woman of colour is quite like a ride that elevates harsh and steep realities where diverse talents are screaming in silence. This episode invites you to be open to hearing things you don't want to hear which is a crucial step to self-growth, you don't want to miss. 

The majority of our thoughts and actions are on autopilot. The problem is when we're on autopilot for so long, we forget we're on autopilot. Because when we're not aware of our own life, then we no longer control it—it control us. So in this episode, the founder of 3seed training Harp Grewal and I create a space for you to be mindful of life without any attachment to it being right or wrong/good or bad.

Sometimes it feels like social media says you should always be happy, and that showing your sadness is a sign of weakness. Ciara Rose and I disagree. You're allowed to change your mind, to take a break or leave a situation you don't feel comfortable in. You are also allowed to not be okay. This episode is for those who are struggling with mental illness and/or grief, dealing with this pressure to always seem happy.

There is a common misconception that confidence is something you either have or you don't. But confidence isn't something you're born with; it's something you build through adversity or as I like to call it A Tower Moment. Imran Rai is back and ready to empower women about self-confidence in a social media-driven society. She shows us the light you see in her which is shining right within you. This episode is about self-assurance to reassure you in however it is needed. 

The Tower card in a spiritual reading represents a moment where everything is successfully falling apart. You might unexpectedly lose yourself, lose a job, get dumped, or have a massive fallout with family or a friend. ( Can be anything) You might feel completely hopeless, completely lost and perhaps even depressed. In this episode, we learn how to identify a tower moment, or what that even looks like as someone who preaches self-love.