Umami Conversations

We are finally here again, another amazing season awaits you all. Jessica and I sit down to chat about our experience working together. We share the lessons, the challenges and the victories of running a podcast. Jessica shares a special announcements towards the end of the conversations. Make sure you stay until the end. Kindly rate our episode on Apple and Spotify. Look out for our website coming out fall 2022. Connect with Agnes: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/umamiconversations/ Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/umamiconversations/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Umamiconvos --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Sensitive Content -This is the last part of our episode with Valerie where she continues to share about her challenging journey to motherhood. From hormonal imbalance, to gestational diabetes , Valerie expresses how endometriosis has no cure and how she was able to overcome some of these challenges with a holistic Approach. Our host asks Valerie if she resonates with a quote from a previous episode: “motherhood is creation” as a creative. She breaks down her views on this quote. Valerie encourages moms to be or women looking to become mothers to be informed about what their rights are and how best to walk through the challenging path towards motherhood. This episode is full of useful information for any mother to be

What's up fam??? we are following up with the "Celebration of mothers"serie. Today's guest Valerie, is a constant learner and creator. Valerie has 20 years of combined ministry between youth, children, and pastoral ministry. She recounts her battle with endometriosis and all the hardships she went through with the surgeries and hormonal treatments. In the midst of it all, she explains how her faith sustains her by renewing her strength and hope despite the terrible physical and emotional pains she endured. At the end, a miracle happened, after 8 years of marriage, her husband and her husband "Found Grace" We send love and strength to all the women going through infertility issues. May her story brings you comfort, knowing that you are not alone.... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey community, Surprise, Surprise! YES you saw it this episode is in French for all our French speaking listeners. Below, you will find a short description of what was discussed in English. The French Description follows below. This month of May is dedicated to our Queens, our Mothers . Today's guest  Farah former chef nutrition coach, now relationship coach with her husband accepted to share her journey to motherhood with us.  We talked about healing and tools she used to prepare herself to be the portal that will welcome a soul into this world.  While we celebrate the mothers, let's honor all the sacrifices, and challenges they go through to embrace this honorable role.  May this episode be an inspiration for whoever is or is called to be a mother. Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now.  Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos   YouTube :Umami Conversations  Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. French Version: Ce mois de Mai est dédié à nos Reines, nos Mères. L'invité d'aujourd'hui Farah ancienne chef coach nutrition, aujourd'hui coach relationnelle avec son mari a accepté de partager avec nous son parcours vers la maternité. Nous avons parlé de la guérison et des outils qu'elle a utilisés pour se préparer à être le portail qui accueillera une âme dans ce monde. Pendant que nous célébrons les mères, honorons tous les sacrifices et les défis qu'elles doivent surmonter pour assumer ce rôle honorable. Puisse cet épisode être une source d'inspiration pour celle qui est ou est appelée à être mère. Profitez dès extrait de cet épisode disponible sur toutes les principales plateformes de podcast. Suivez Umami Conversations sur Instagram et Facebook et Tik Tok : @umamiconversations Twitter : @umami_convos YouTube : Conversations Umami Abonnez-vous, notez, laissez une critique, téléchargez nos épisodes et partagez l'amour avec un ami ou deux pour écouter ce podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey beautiful souls, This episode was a live podcast recording, we did on Thursday 30th April 2022. This is a raw and uncut episode. Jessica and I shared about our healing journeys. This is also closing off the Holistic approach series. In this episode we answer questions such as: What is a personal healing journey? How do we heal? We share our experience with life coaches, spiritual counsellor , going to see a therapist. Is there a best approach? Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umamiconvos YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

It is Thursday Fam!!! the holistic Approach series is still going on! Topic of the day is Self-Love.  Today's guest Kay Ann is a multi-talented artist and creator, dancer , Choreographer and Creative director. She uses dance, movement, self -exploration and self-expression to help her clients connect with themselves and stand in their truth.  Kay Ann makes us travel through her story. She shares how she fully embraces her roots and use the knowledge and practices of her ancestors to heal and become more of who she is.  An expression you will learn more about during this episode is: 'Decolonizing your self-care practices'  Get in Touch with Kay-Ann on her website :https://kayannward.com/hello/ Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos  YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Today's episode is the second part of the deep conversation about Reiki and Mindfulness, we had with the inspiring mindfulness guide Lea Candon. Lea was asked what inspires her: She answered that she found inspiration in pain, in solitude, in the feelings of rejections, the moments of loneliness when she found refuge in her inner wisdom. And after each one of these moments she rose so high from her rock bottoms. What a powerful and profound statement! We concluded this conversation by a beautiful quote which reminded us that Love is the source of Mindfulness. It ultimately equips us to better love the world around. We invite you to open your heart and let yourself be inspired by her divine wisdom. You can Connect with Lea using this link: linktr.ee/leacandon Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Happy Thursday Beautiful people, today we receive our second guest  of our "Holistic Approach" edition. Our guest are always au RDV to drop some mind-blowing knowledge. We never cease to learn...  Today's guest Lea, is a mindfulness guide, intuitive healer and wisdom writer.  She shares with us her experience with Reiki, (which is gaining in popularity as an energy healing method).  From the emotional wounds she suffered, she was led by her inner-voice towards the mastering of this spiritual practice for self-healing. Now, she uses Reiki to help and heal people as well. In today's episode, we talk about the energy flowing through our emotions and the importance of implementing daily mindfulness practices in order to become one with the 'Stable Observer' that we all have within.  With authenticity and humility, Lea shares with us some parts of the wisdom she acquired throughout her spiritual journey. She reminds us that we must remain students of Life. This episode will surely lifts up your spirits as it did for us :) Enjoyyyy You can Connect with Lea using this link: linktr.ee/leacandon This episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations  Twitter: @umami_convos   YouTube :Umami Conversations  Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

For this last part of our conversation we shift into discussing how Ayurveda is being portrait in the western world. Chelsea also shares her experience with bringing her knowledge and practices to Ghana and Ivory Coast. And how Colonization has played a major part in loosing our traditional/holistic way of healing ourselves. You can connect with Chelsea on Instagram at:  For her personal Blog @brownskinmagical  For Alternative & Holistic Health Service@higher.veda Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos  YouTube :Umami Conversations --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Today, our special guest Chelsea L. Niava is an interdisciplinary practitioner who splits her time between Montreal and West Africa. Chelsea has expertise and knowledge in touch and attachment research, Ayurveda and Reiki. Bringing these practices together allows Chelsea to use her intuitive skills to build and design routines that help people reconnect with their body, mind and soul. Her Caribbean and South Asian background has influenced her approach to healing, and her personal intersections with mental health and racism have driven her passion to activate self-healing in others. This amazing woman taught us today about the key notions of Ayurveda . She tells us about the different doshas, which represent the main elements connected to a person's unique physiological, mental, and emotional health. In this episode, Chelsea teaches us how Ayurveda should be considered as a philosophy much deeper than a mere practice . If you are interested in learning more about this ancient holistic healing system, this episode is for you. You can connect with Chelsea on Instagram at: For her personal Blog @brownskinmagical For Alternative & Holistic Health Service@higher.veda Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on: Instagram, Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey friends, Society has thought most of us that illness could only be healed through medication/surgery. Forgetting that in the ancient times when pharmacies where non-existent our forefathers had their own ways of healing many elements in the human body. They used herbs, massages, sound, movement just to name a few. Practices like Reiki, Mindfulness meditation, Yoga, Aromatherapy have been emerging and many our turning to a more holistic approach when it comes to their overall health. Is the holistic approach overrated or is this really a thing? In the next few series we converse with women that shares their journeys and stories about their Holistic way of life and service to the world. Tune in and be elevated each Thursday  for the next few weeks. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations; Twitter: @umami_convos; YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

In these days and age where Self-love is a central focus, we are trying to get to the essence of the topic, which is Love. What does it mean to love yourself? In today's episode our hosts talk about the subtle difference between Self care and Self love. How self-love is more about the connection to the self within, rather than just taking care of the body. They talk about the importance of nurturing the soul with positivity, raising our vibrations, building and respecting our boundaries… They deliberate on a self-care statement from NYT best Selling Author Nedra Glover Tawwad @nedrarawwab. That said “people are not practicing self-care but after-care” Our Co-host Jessica shares with us a extract from Vex Kings @vexking, book ;Good, Vibes Good life that says that our “ Self love and raising our level of vibration goes hand in hand” The hosts share their experiences, their journey and how they grew up towards self-acceptance, self-love and alignment with their most authentic self. Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook and Tik Tok: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos YouTube :Umami Conversations Subscribe, rate, Leave a review, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

There are many women across the globe that are affecting change in their own little way. Trailblazers in this uprising of the feminine energy in our generation. Amongst those women is Michelle Gardiner; Founder and Director of The Aspire Series and 55faces - a movement that stands for rewriting women's stories for social impact and change. In today's episode, we have a heartwarming conversation with Michelle. She shares a bit of the story behind her starting the aspire series, the importance of sharing our stories as women that aren't told. Michelle ends the conversation by making a profound statement that “Motherhood could look a million ways. Motherhood is Creation.” Enjoy every bit of this episode available on all major podcast platforms now. You can find Michelle on social media by clicking this link:https://linktr.ee/Theaspireseries Follow Umami Conversations on Instagram and Facebook: @umamiconversations Twitter: @umami_convos Subscribe, rate, download our episodes and spread the love with a friend or two to tune into this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

With This Great Pause Series coming to an end, we finalize our conversation by diving deeper with Zahra and her experience in her personal life. Zahra makes the bold statement that the Pandemic was a "Blessing in Disguise". What could have been a moment of anxiety and worry for her turned out to be a lesson and a moment to appreciate the process of life.  Tune in to find out what transpired during the first phases of the pandemic in Zahra life.  Follow Zahra on Instagram @zahra_moves  Website:www.zahramoves.com This episode is available on all major podcast platforms. Follow Umami Conversations on Facebook and Instagram @umamiconversations.  Thank you for sharing, following, subscribing, downloading our content. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

On todays Episode we have Zahra Badua a Dance educator and Choreographer sharing her Covid experience or when life went on pause as she calls it. Zahra is from Ghana but grew up in Montreal, Quebec. Her passion for dance started at a very young age as a means to understand and learn about her African heritage. She is a trained Traditional West African and Afro-Caribbean folklore dancer. Through discovery and learning she is also skilled in Dancehall, Afrobeats and Soca. In Montreal, she was apart of dance companies such as WestCan Folklore Performing Company and Obaa Sima. In moving to Toronto, Zahra took an eight year hiatus to pursue her studies but realized dance was her true calling. Since returning to dance, she has had the privilege to be a member of dance companies such as Coco Collective, Alpha Rhythm and Roots, Unrulygyal Performance Team and the BlackStars Collective. She is a faculty teacher and cultural ambassador for Anew Daei, Dance n Culture and Afiwi Groove. She has also taught cultural sessions in many schools within the Toronto, Peel and Durham District School Boards. Dance for Zahra is her means of communication to show the beauty of the Diaspora. She is the founder of ZahraMoves. ZahraMoves is an educational and performance based company composed of dancers from different backgrounds whose sole purpose is to showcase dances that are fusions of African and Caribbean styles as well as demonstrate the beauty and power behind Black/Brown girl magic. Zahra also teaches all over the GTA and uses her classes as a means to not only educate people about her culture but also to promote happiness, self-expression and confidence building. This episode will reveal what was going on in the dance Scene in Toronto during the first few waves of the pandemic. She elaborates on how many silenced topics in the dance world in Toronto was now brought to light due to 1 major event in 2020. Follow Zahra on Instagram @zahra_moves Website:www.zahramoves.com This episode is available on all major podcast platforms. Follow Umami Conversations on Facebook and Instagram @umamiconversations. Thank you for sharing, following, subscribing, downloading our content. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Today's episode, we receive the inspiring resilient woman Gytana who is coach healer, CEO of Temple KA, vegan chef T. Light and creator of the brand Mambosa. We have an open heart conversation about how, as an entrepreneur she has survived through this pandemic. She taught us how important it is to remember your "why" throughout the challenges an entrepreneur can face. She will leave us with 3 powerful words , reminding us all how Fabulous unique we each are. You will certainly get moved and empowered by her testimony. Take a listen it's worth it!!! Please, share and don't forget to support the entrepreneurs around you

Part two is here “The Great Pause Series,” We have my beloved sister Lissa Appiah, founder and CEO of We Apply Canada. Lissa Appiah is an inspiring career coach promoted five times in the past eight years. While her practice mainly focuses on introverted people, her knowledge and experience can serve us. In this episode, we discuss one of the many challenges we were all forced to face: How did this pandemic affect the job market? We also discussed how anyone can succeed in the corporate world with the right mindset and strategy. We also discussed career goals, raises, and promotions. And her bold step to start her business during the pandemic. This is the first part of our conversations, and part 2 will be out next week. Make sure to share this information with a friend. This podcast is available NOW on all major podcast platforms! You can Follow Lissa on Instagram @weapply.ca and LinkedIn under Lissa Appiah. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

On this first episode of  “The Great Pause Series,” We have host Amasuccess's beloved sister Lissa Appiah, founder and CEO of We Apply Canada. Lissa Appiah is an inspiring career coach promoted five times in the past eight years. While her practice mainly focuses on introverted people, her knowledge and experience can serve us. In this episode, we discuss one of the many challenges we were all forced to face: How did this pandemic affect the job market? We also discuss how anyone can succeed in the corporate world with the right mindset and strategy we also discussed career goals, raises, and promotions. And her bold step to start her business during the pandemic. This is the first part of our conversations, and part 2 will be out next week. Make sure to share this information with a friend. This podcast is available NOW on all major podcast platforms! You can Follow Lissa on Instagram @weapply.ca and LinkedIn under Lissa Appiah. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

We are back after a well needed break.Wishing you all a slendid 2022. In this episode we introduce our new co-host and team member of the podcast.Our host share all things 2021 and what they perseve 2022 to look like. Follow the podcast on Instagram @umami_conversations. You can find this podcast on all major podcast platforms stay tune for a great season ahead. Leave a review,comment,share,rate this podcast,follow,download and subscribe. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey beautiful people, This is my love note to you last episode of 2021. Follow us on Instagram @umami_conversations. Love and light, Ama --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Welcome to Season 2 of Umami Conversations. Today is the 1 year anniversary of this podcast and we are grateful for your contribution towards the growth of this podcast.  This first episode is tagged as Sensitive. This episode is un-edited and a tribute to the souls that have transitioned into the afterworld in the past year. If you feel ready to tune in and join her in a short moment of silence please do. She also provides you with some details on whats will be shared during this second season. Sending all of you that have loss a loved one much love and light  Let's continue the conversations and spread unconditional love in a world that is in serious need of it. You can follow the podcast on Instagram @Umami_Conversations. Send the host a DM share your thoughts questions reviews.  FYI: Our Website umamiconversations.com is under construction and will be at your door very soon stay tuned. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

On this final episode of the special edition, our host discuss the subject of rebirth. They start off with a poeme called "IAm" written by jessica and dive into a deep conversation in what rebirth means to them. You can find this full episode on all major podcast platforms. Our host would like to thank each person that journeyed along with them for this special edition. Please stay tuned for season 2 launching december 2nd 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

We are approaching the end of our special edition and the topic of the day is about an art of living . Today we are talking about "Gratitude" . They say "Gratitude" is among the highest frequencies on which one can vibrate , the fertile ground to see miracles happen. Yes yes Gratitude ... This state of mind can bring light into the darkest thoughts. However, keeping your heart in gratitude is easier said than done. Our hosts are sharing their thoughts on the subject. We hope you will get inspired to count your blessings as well. Connect with our hosts follow,share, comment and continue this conversation send them a DM with your thoughts questions and suggestions @umami_conversations1 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This Episode is available NOW on⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

How do we use our words? Are they used intentionally? Purposefully ? In this episode, our hosts share how much power, words can have; how much the words we hear or we speak can influence our innerworlds. Do we actually realize that words can bring hope and dreams back to life, encourage empower or kill dreams? You will listen to a conversation inspired by a written piece about words. Yes a poem about words... Let yourself be transported...⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Connect with our hosts and continue this conversation send them a DM with your thoughts questions and suggestions @umami_conversations1 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This Episode is available NOW on ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Apple Podcast Spotify ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Stitcher ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Anchor GooglePodcast⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Iheart ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And all major podcast platforms ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wemove #blackpodcast #podcast #dopeblackpods #podcastlife #spotify #podcastersofinstagram #podsincolor #blackgirlmagic #blackpodcastnetwork #applepodcast #podcastingwhileblack #podcasters #applepodcasts #blackpodcaster #newpodcast #podcastshow #blacklove #podcastmovement #blackexcellence #itunes #blackpodcastsmatter #spiritfilled #iheartpodcast #googlepodcasts #whoisgod #umamiconversations #powerofwords #ghanainpodcaster #blackwomenpodcaster --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Wikipedia describes the intuition as the ability to aquire knowledge without recourse to conscious .Some call it a silent voice,others the gut feeling. In this special.edition you will be catapulted by sweet poetry called Inner Voice written by Jessica. Followed by our host understanding and experience with their intuition and a affirmation to connect you with your intuition. Dive in deep with our guest today and explore the world of intuition. This podcast can be found on all major podcast platforms. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Connect with our hosts and continue this conversation send them a DM with your thoughts questions and suggestions @umami_conversations1 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This Episode is available NOW on⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

We hear a lot about generational trauma these days..how does it resonate with you? In this episode, our hosts share their thoughts and experiences on the topic. They discuss of the correlation between the veneration of our ancestors and generational healing. Various indigenous practices include ancestral veneration. Why should we honor those that came before us? This is considered a sensitive topic for some; however with an open mind we can allow ourselves to visit unknown territories. As you may already know... There is always a place to grow and expand. Have a good listen!!! Join the conversation, leave your reviews send them a DM on Instagram @umami_conversations1 This Episode is available NOW on ⚡Apple Podcast, ⚡ Spotify, ⚡Stitcher, ⚡Anchor, ⚡Google Podcast ⚡ Iheart ⚡and all major podcast platforms. . . . . #wemove #blackpodcast #podcast #dopeblackpods #podcastlife #spotify #podcastersofinstagram #podsincolor #blackgirlmagic #blackpodcastnetwork #applepodcast #podcastingwhileblack #podcasters #applepodcasts #blackpodcaster #newpodcast #podcastshow #blacklove #podcastmovement #blackexcellence #itunes #blackpodcastsmatter #spiritfilled #iheartpodcast #googlepodcasts #whoisgod #umamiconversations #ghanainpodcaster #ancestralveneration #iandmyancestorsareone #ancestors --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Our lives on this earth can be chaotic and if not careful it is easy to lose ourselves in the drumbeat of this chaos and eventually lose our essence. Anxiety and depression slowly increase in the charts of mental health conditions and worry creeps upon us. In this episode, our host shares their journey towards finding stillness and presence through meditation. This episode is composed of a short poem called Sunny Bliss followed by conversation and an affirmative meditation led by your host. Escape with them in this heartwarming and soothing episode. Join the conversation, leave your reviews send them a DM on Instagram @umami_conversations1 This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Iheart, and all major podcast platforms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Sensitive Content- Welcome to the second episode of our special edition. Did you listen to the first one already? Today, let's dive a little deeper. You will be catapulted by a poem written by Jessica titled: "She: Gardner of her soul". In this poem, she opens up about her soul journey; from the acknowledgment of her emotional wounds to self-healing and self-actualization. Let's talk about our perspectives regarding the matters of the soul. Some people think the soul is the center of our emotions. How about you? What is the soul for you? In Which stage of the journey of self-discovery and Self-acceptance are you? This podcast can be found on all major podcast platforms.  Connect with our host and continue this conversation send them a DM with your thoughts questions and suggestions @umami_conversations1  This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Iheart, and all major podcast platforms. Episode 3 will be out September 9th, 2021 Until then keep diving deep into yourself and connect with the Divine Within. SHALOM! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Welcome to Umami Conversations. Today you will listen to the first episode of our special edition. We start with a sensitive controversial topic "Who is this God?". Because you know; we love to talk about deep stuff. In this episode, you will listen to a beautiful inspiring powerful poem written by your main host Ama Success. Then your hosts will share with you a glimpse of their spiritual journey, what is God for them?  In the end, the question will be asked to you. What is God for you? Or Who is God for you? How do you acknowledge your divine self?  Can't wait to hear your feedback guys. Enjoy Join the conversation, leave your reviews send them a DM on Instagram @umami_conversations This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Iheart, and all major podcast platforms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

A collaboration with Poetess and Writer Jessica Bene-Hoane Ivorian now residing in Canada, alongside Amasuccess your host and MC with the golden voice. Get to know more about these two creatives during this short introduction of themselves and this Special Edition. A Combination of Poetry, Conversations, and Affirmation let them take you on a ride where ARTS meets CONVERSATIONS. These episodes will be posted twice a month from August to November during the week of the new moon and full moon. Join the conversation, leave your reviews send them a DM on Instagram @umami_conversations1 This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Iheart, and all major podcast platforms. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Trigger warning: In this last episode of the season, I start off with a word of gratitude to my guest and listeners. I dived into talking about the importance of healing and the loss that changed the trajectory of my life. I touch on a few sensitive points, this was not scripted but raw and spontaneous. Once again I want to thank you all for riding with me this season. Stay tuned for Season 2 where we dive in deeper into topics around black excellence/astrology/spirituality/theology and the likes. If you have any specific subjects you would like to hear me converse about on Umami Conversations do not hesitate to reach out. You can send me a DM on my Instagram page for now @amasuccess1 FYI:

"Sticks and stones may break my bones but words may never hurt me"! Do you remember saying this as a child, ignorantly entangling yourself. This statement for a very long time seemed true to me until I find out that Words are the one thing that can actually hurt me the most. I sit down with Speech Pathologist Diana Sainsily about the power of words and her journey with that. Diana also shares with our listeners an Oral Art from Africa called kasàlà that changed the way she sees the world and the people within it. We end this episode with a surprise for our listeners so make sure you stick to the end. Let's keep the conversation flowing let me know what part of the conversation resonated with you the most. How has been your relationship with words? Find AmaSuccess on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg With love and Light, Amasuccess --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Women, especially BIPOC women have been ostracised in society for many years. However, with all that's been done to keep us shut down, we still find our way slowly going to the top. In this segment of Celebrating Women's international day, Ernestina hits us with a statement. I paraphrase, she says"when BIPOC women stop asking for validation they will pierce through territorial spirits". Seeking for validated keeps us away from fulfilling our callings and expanding to our fullest potential. Tune in to find out more about this conversation. I end this episode with a toast to us; Women. Make sure you have a glass to toast with me. With Love, AmaSuccess You can connect with Ernestina Francois. Website: Axcesslifeskills.com Tel. 613-316-5738 Email: ernestinafrancois@gmail.com Let's keep the conversation flowing let me know what part of the conversation resonated with you the most. What did you agree and disagree with? Find AmaSuccess on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

As Women's international day just passed by, I still wanted to take a moment and celebrate the achievements of women. I sit with Ernestina Francois Certified Life coach and Impact Speaker. Ernestina is also an advocate for women and daily strived to see women from all walks of life come together and uplift one another. In this episode of Umami, Conversations Ernestina expresses that her desire for bringing people together, especially women stemmed from her childhood. Where she saw lack when she turned to the right or left. However, in her her little mind, she always knew that, if one person shares with another and this notion of sharing goes around there would be no lack, lack would really vanish. The conversations get more in-depth when I ask Ernestina why she thinks lack comes from when we live in such abundance. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL FIND OUT MORE ABOUT: * God puts a calling in each person's heart. * The reason why lack exists is that we are in opposing view with one another. * Greed, power, manifests themselves into individualism, that society sort of praises. * Projecting into what black women have achieved so far, there is still a lot of work to be done. *Workplace experience amongst older black women and the younger ones. *No one can take your glory from you unless you give it to them. *Stepping out of this vicious cycle of not uplifting one another. * And much more... You can connect with Ernestina Francois. Website: Axcesslifeskills.com Tel. 613-316-5738 Email: ernestinafrancois@gmail.com Let's keep the conversation flowing let me know what part of the conversation resonated with you the most. What did you agree and disagree with? Find AmaSuccess on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg Look out for part 2 Next week. Blessing. AmaSuccess --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey beautiful souls, I am grateful you've tuned in yet again for another episode. Today, I sit alone and share with you my experience with the women's circle and why I believe it is important to be part of one. My journey started in 2018, let me know if you ever joined a women's circle and what your experience was like. You can find me on Instagram @amauccess1. You can also listen to the podcast on other platforms by clicking this link: https://linktr.ee/amasuccess. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Fedora closed up the 1st segment of this conversation by making this statement: Our Gender roles should not be based on what society dictates but should be based on our individual characteristics as men and women in general and particular. She makes an emphasis on the importance of knowing thyself to some degree in order to not be lost in the titles that society would give us when it comes to gender roles. In this segment, we explore another powerful statement she made in a previous podcast which was: Women should not be fighting to be like men but fighting to be women. *Fedora provided her point of view on the feminine movement. *She shares how this society has become *She also shares her views on how men and women can co-exist, *We end it with her sharing her experience after having her second child, forced her and her partner to review the gender roles they had established at home. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Fedora is a dynamic young woman and mother of two young beautiful girls. Born into a family of 7 children in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, she immigrated to Canada in 2003 where she has since settled. Over the years, she has cultivated a cultural, artistic, and intellectual curiosity that has allowed her to navigate through many spheres.  She is eclectic and her interests flow between music, art, fashion, and literature. She likes to meet people and loves to take part in philosophical and even political debates. A quote that represents her state of mind: "I have never met a man so ignorant that I couldn't learn something from him." from Galileo Galilei In this first part of our conversation, Fedora expresses her love of being a mother to 2 beautiful girls and how much they are teaching her. I ask her to elaborate on that matter.  Tune in to find out what she has to say as a mother and her role when it comes to gender roles. This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Follow me on social media, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Jamilla is a thirty-six-year-old, Montreal raised immigrant, from Kenyan and Rwandan lineage. Since both of her parents converted to Islam prior to any kind of cognizance, she was raised with elements of Islam as well an influence of the predominant culture and religion of Christianity. As a mother of two, she's had to learn how to adapt rather quickly to most situations it is something she now recognizes as a strength she inherited from both parents. Finding identity in a label obsessed world has been a difficult journey. The validity in cross-sectioning identity and adaptability is a skill set she wishes to teach her children as well as anyone willing to learn. Simply because that could help traverse even the most daunting subjects that could lend itself to the ability and/ or possibility to have a conversation. Everything difficult starts with a conversation that is uncomfortable. A quote that would represent life as she sees it “I am no longer accepting things I cannot change, I am changing things I cannot accept” -Angela Davis --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Jamilla is a thirty-six-year-old, Montreal raised immigrant, from Kenyan and Rwandan lineage. Since both of her parents converted to Islam prior to any kind of cognizance, she was raised with elements of Islam as well an influence of the predominant culture and religion of Christianity. As a mother of two, she's had to learn how to adapt rather quickly to most situations it is something she now recognizes as a strength she inherited from both parents. Finding identity in a label obsessed world has been a difficult journey. The validity in cross-sectioning identity and adaptability is a skill set she wishes to teach her children as well as anyone willing to learn. Simply because that could help traverse even the most daunting subjects that could lend itself to the ability and/ or possibility to have a conversation. Everything difficult starts with a conversation that is uncomfortable. A quote that would represent life as she sees it “I am no longer accepting things I cannot change, I am changing things I cannot accept” -Angela Davis In this episode we conversate on: -Identifying self in eyes of parents culture -Vulnerability needs to be retaught to black women -Vulnerability is not a sign of weakness This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Follow me on social media, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey loves, This is a bonus for you; a piece I wrote on vulnerability. It does not have a title and hope you enjoy it, let me know what you think. In our upcoming episodes we will be exploring the notion of vulnerability, let's say this is a way to get you prepared for it. Until next Wednesday 27th January 2021 for Episode 7. Love and Blessings! This Bonus Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Follow me on social media, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

We continue this conversation with Debbie about the relationship with her father. After finding each other, she shares about the release of the pain, she opens up on the importance of operating in love. We also spoke about: *Writing release letters *Cautions us on making decisions based on emotions *When the student is ready the teacher will appear *Being complete This Episode is available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast Follow me on social media, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

After letting go of years of suppressed anger and finally coming in tune with herself. My best friend Debbie Campbell from @crystals_and_sacred_herbs reunites with a long-lost family member she never thought she'd meet. Debbie shares her beautiful story, this is a 2 Part Episode. In this first segment, we explore different topics such as *2020 Being the year of the sacred pause *co-creating with God/universe *it is good to be expectant but not set a timeline lest we get hurt. Join this savory conversation, that will give you hope where hope is lost and open your mind to new possibilities. Remember With people it is impossible, but not with God; for all things are possible with God Available NOW on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Anchor Follow me on social media, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Growing up in the church has thought me many good values. One of those are the themes of the year, as much as it was a message for the church using this method for my own life has helped up tremendously in the past year. Let's set the tone for 2021, what's the intention or theme you have set for your life this year. Find out what mine is, in this short juicy message to usher in 2021. If you have not already followed me on my social media platforms, don't forget to follow this podcast, leave your comments, reviews, and let's continue these conversations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Hey Beautiful people, This Episode is a bonus a end of year treat to myself and you. I wanted to share with you one of the practices that have helped me rediscover myself. I also provide 3 Micro steps to help you rediscover yourself again. The time is now 2020 is almost over we cannot keep doing the same things we use to do. See you in 2021 :) Thank you for tuning in thank you for spreading the word about this podcast, leave your comments let me know if this resonated with you. You can follow me on my social media pages below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

This is another story, this time about the name of the podcast who, what, inspired the name, and a whole lot in between.  FYI: This podcast will be posted once a week 4 times a month in the new year. Thank you for tuning in thank you for spreading the word about this podcast, leave your comments let me know if this resonated with you. You can follow me on my social media pages below:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amasuccess1  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amasuccess1/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3q7_i2DetoUVkxjVgvG0Cg --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Welcome beautiful people !!!!!  On this very first episode of Umami conversations, I get personal with you. I share a short story of where I was and where I am now. The past few years of my life have been from one emotional breakdown to another. Where tears, frustrations, fear, anxiety filled my mind. I thought, I was crazy and there was no cure, no way out of the way I was feeling and what I was experiencing. Until, one day I sought help, and in the course of all that and many more breakdowns I found a sense of freedom. Enough freedom to express myself and bring me here with you today. So kick back and enjoy the ride. Pain can change you, but that doesn't mean it has to be a bad change. Take that pain and turn it into wisdom. -Dalai Lama- --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support

Umami Conversations is a safe space where I share some of my life's experience, hardest lessons and creative expressions with you . This podcast is here to provide you with those savory conversations your mama told you was just for adults. Our goal is to elevate, educate and empower our listeners to think outside the box and expand to their highest selves. This is where I your host, along side other creatives and you explore and grow together. So, if you are ready for these yum yum conversation lets get to it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/umamiconversations/support