This Should Be In A Book

In this episode, I talk about my decision to have a tubal ligation. Let's Talk, Sugga IG Live: @youcancallmeracq --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Quick update!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I share about a personal experience and weigh in on the overturning of Roe vs Wade. Follow @_lyneezy to hear what I'm sure will be an amazing episode of Parking Lot Pimpin'! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Random ramblings about how I'm over the over saturation of information! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

A quick share about allowing space for mindlessness. I share a few of my favorite mindless activities! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, i'm chatting it up with my boo thangs, Racquel Wyatt and Tony Pettis! Tune in to hear them share about their journeys in the creative space...and we talk about the 'holiday" known as Valentine's Day. Racquel's IGs: @youcancallmracq @unashamedlynkd @theracharis Tony's IG: @tonyartist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this week's episode, I answer a question that my friend, Tony asked me during lunch the other day: What is a lesson that i've learned that has stuck with me throughout my life? Tune in to hear my answer! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This bonus episode is a piece of the continued conversation I had with Bianka after last week's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Bianka. We discuss our desire to live life with ease! Mediocrity, if you will... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Getting back into the swing of things with this podcasting life!! I also share the deets of my new schedule! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I'm joined by Kourtney Galloway of Freedom Revamped and we discuss the power of forgiveness. We also play a game of We're Not Really Strangers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I share my top tv and streaming service picks! The Bald and The Beautiful Podcast (for MAFS recaps) Jazmyn W (for MAFS recaps) KevOnStage Studios Yebba Smith's Tiny Desk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I share a bit about my experience with sex. The Love Hour Podcast People to follow on IG @mrskevonstage @sexologistshamyra @thedopesextherapist @askgoody @theintimacyfirm --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

August is National Wellness Month. In this episode, I share a few things about physical wellness. Produced by: Me Edited by Brandon Cousin (@b_cuz) Music by Sean Johnson (@_sean2189) www.thedoxagene.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

August is National Wellness Month. In this episode, I share a few things about intellectual wellness. I said this would be the shortest episode in the series, but it's actually the longest!

August is National Wellness Month. In this episode, I share a few things about social wellness. Produced by: Me Edited by Brandon Cousin (@b_cuz) Music by Sean Johnson (@_sean2189 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

August is National Wellness Month. In this episode, I share a few things about spiritual wellness.  Produced by: Me Edited by Brandon Cousin (@b_cuz) Music by Sean Johnson (@_sean2189 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

August is National Wellness Month. In this episode, I share a few things about emotional wellness. Produced by: Me Edited by: Brandon Cousin (@b_cuz) Intro/Ourto Music: Sean Johnson (@_sean2189) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this week's episode, i talk about my experience at a moon ceremony! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I share a piece of advice that I shared on a panel a few weeks ago concerning networking as in introvert! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this episode, I celebrate This Should Be In A Book's 1st Birthday!!! Intro/Outro Music: Sean Johnson (@ _sean2189) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this week's episode, I talk about things surrounding the Olympics, the Bill Cosby situation (VERY briefly), and a mid-year check-in. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part 4 of the Daddy Discussions Series! In this episode, I'm joined by my co-worker's dad, Vance and my dad, Warren. Vance shares about growing up being raised primarily by his father, and the loss of his son while still parenting his daughter. Warren shares about what it was like parenting me and my siblings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part 3 of the Daddy Discussions Series! In this episode, I'm joined by my brother, Syberik, and my husband, Mike. Syberik shares about fathering 12 children and all that comes along with it. Mike shares about the unexpected nature of fathering our 2 sons. Syberik's IG: @syberik Mike's IG: @mgvoice7 @michaelgrantministries Intro/Outro Music: Sean Johnson (@ _sean2189) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part 2 of the Daddy Discussions Series! In this episode, I'm joined by my brother, Demarcus, and my friend Adam. Demarcus shares about his relationship with his biological father and step-fathers. Adam shares about being a gay man and how that has shaped his ideologies around becoming a father. Demarcus' IG: @iam_drs Adam's IG: @awakenedlight Intro/Outro Music: Sean Johnson (@ _sean2189) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part 1 of the Daddy Discussions Series! In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Cody, and my brother, Brandon. Cody shares about being a "white" man raising "black" sons. Brandon shares about being a 37-year old, single man with no children. Cody's IG: @_iamcodypaul https://solo.to/iamcodypaul Brandon's IG: @brandonaaron13 What To Say When You Talk To Yourself Intro/Outro Music: Sean Johnson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

We're kickin off season 3 with the fellas for Daddy Discussions! Tune in every Monday in June as we hear from the men as they share their stories around the fatherhood and the societal stigmas that come along with it all! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is the series finale, and it features none other than my own mother, Diann! We talk about what it was like for each of us as our relationship has evolved over the years!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part eight of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my friends, Kaycee and Laura Kaycee shares about adopting her children. Laura shares about the birth and after effects of giving birth to her youngest daughter, Alora. Laura's IG: @thelawjohnson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part seven of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my friends, Jasmine and Charmaine. Jasmine shares about dealing with pospartum depression and adjustment disorder. Charmaine shares about fertility issues when desiring to have a baby. Jasmine's IG: @jae.ei.emm @happyasamother Happy as a Mother Podcast Charmaine's IG: @charmainebroome --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part six of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Arlene and my sister, Chasity. Arlene shares about what it's like for children to be all grown up and out on their own. Chasity shares about her experience as a mother of 3 children under the age of 10 while also moving up the ranks in corporate America. Arlene's IG: @arleneembola @transformationsalon @thedoxagene www.thedoxagene.com Chasity's IG: @chasitysings --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part five of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Roben and my cousin, Audrey. Roben shares about parenting her boys without the presence of their fathers. Audrey shares about her process of healing after the loss of her baby girl, Karis. Roben's IG: @fitmomrob www.robenclark.com Audrey's IG: @audreyaaron_iwrite The Rules of Royalty --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part four of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my girl, Cheryce and my sister, Anna as they each share their Motherhood Monologues. Cheryce shares about what it has been like to parent and co-parent a young adult. Anna shares about being a twin mom and building a business. Cheryce's IG: @aunaturel www.cherycefthompson.com Anna's IG: @evelyn_victoria17 Center Stage Education and Consulting --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part three of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my sister, Kristi and my lifelong friend, Deann. Kristi shares what it's like to have a wide age gap between her children. Deann shares her process to wholeness after losing her mother. Kristi's IG: @kristi_grant_faison Deann's IG: @melanin_mom_chronicles www.melaninmomchronicles.com J & Rock Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part two of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! In this episode, I'm joined by my friends Shari and Kasey (separately). Shari shares about her hysterectomy and working through the stigmas surrounding that procedure. Kasey talks about her decision not to have children. Shari's IG: @sharilachelle hystersisters.com hysterectomy.org Kasey's IG: @kcya_later --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This is part one of a 9 part series about all things under the umbrella of Motherhood! On this episode Dana is joined by Courtney Brown as she shares her story on overcoming abortion! Courtney's IG: @Mrs.Courtney.Brown Resources: Podcast episode with Dr Joy and Keisha Wells Dr. Herb Sistah --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

During the month of May, I've decided to do something a little different than what we're used to here! This month is a time when we celebrate Mother's Day, and I figured what better way to spend the month than to talk all things under the umbrella of Motherhood. I'm a mother of two, but I only have one perspective to speak from, so I've decided to invite a few of my faves along for the ride! From abortion to adoption, we're gonna cover a lot of ground in this series, so buckle up, and enjoy the Motherhood Monologues!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this episode, I conclude my series on the 8 Limbs of Yoga covering Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi. We also get to experience the healing vibes of a Sound Bath conducted by Taranda Wilson of Tarandom Talk and InnerG Vibrations. Taranda Wilson @innergvibrations --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this episode, I continue the conversation on the 8 limbs of Yoga covering Asana, Pranayama, and Pratyahara. I also welcome my first guest, Charlotte Gallagher who guides us through a calming breathing exercise! Resources Just Breathe by Dan Brule Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nester Charlotte Gallagher- RYT500 IG: @i.am.charlotte @supyallyoga supyallyoga.fitness/ https://linktr.ee/charlatte415 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

This week, I forego the segments and give y'all my MAFS recap as well as delve into the 8 limbs of yoga!! Share the ways you plan to practice the Yamas and Niyamas this week by clicking the link below and leaving a comment! Your comment may be played on next week's episode! You can also leave a review if you'd prefer not to share what you're practicing! Thanks so much! https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

In this episode I discuss the absence of normalcy, a piece of advice inspired by the Derrick Jaxn debacle, and Married at First Sight thoughts. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 31 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Happy Birthday to me! I am the reason and the occasion!! ~Melissa Fredericks --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 30 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! It is always important to operate in integrity...whether you want to or not! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 29 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Are you prepared for the opportunities coming your way? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

On this episode, I share a little about my birthday plans, give thanks, and announce the winner of my giveaway!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 28 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Don't do things for people that you don't genuinely want to do! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 27 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! There is life on the other side of identifying as an empath! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 26 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Be ok with other people having and executing good ideas! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 25 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Simply learn to enjoy who you are right now! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 24 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! Switch from a to-do list to a to-feel list...per the recommendation of Hey Fran Hey! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support

Day 23 of my Daily Dose of Vitamin D: Thirty-One Think Points Series! It's ok to redefine your boundaries! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisshouldbeinabook/support