Best Sonjia "Lioness" Mackey Podcasts (2024)

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Parenting the Child, Not the Autism: Nancy’s Holistic Approach to Raising an Autistic Child 58:44

2h ago58:44

58:44

Parenting a child with autism requires a holistic approach that focuses on nurturing the whole child rather than solely addressing the autism diagnosis. This comprehensive strategy recognizes that each autistic child is unique with their own strengths, challenges, and potential. By adopting a holistic perspective, parents can create an environment …

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Navigating Autism in This Neurodivergent World - Micheael Villines’ Insights 48:53

3h ago48:53

48:53

Navigating autism in today's neurodivergent world involves understanding the unique experiences and challenges faced by individuals on the autism spectrum. As society increasingly recognizes the value of neurodiversity, it becomes essential to foster environments that not only support but also celebrate these differences. This journey requires a mu…

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Early Signs of An Abuser - My Domestic Violence Story Part 3 36:03

6d ago36:03

36:03

Domestic violence is a pervasive and deeply traumatic issue that affects countless individuals worldwide, leaving lasting scars on survivors and their families. Abusers often employ a range of tactics to maintain control over their victims, including physical violence, emotional manipulation, financial abuse, and social isolation. The cycle of abus…

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Early Signs of An Abuser - My Domestic Violence Story Part 2 27:18

13d ago27:18

27:18

Domestic violence is a pervasive and often hidden issue that affects millions. Recognizing the early signs of an abuser can be crucial for protecting yourself and breaking free from a dangerous situations. Many survivors of domestic violence report overlooking or rationalizing away subtle red flags in the early stages of their relationships. By und…

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Early Signs of An Abuser - My Domestic Violence Story Part 1 31:33

1M ago31:33

31:33

Recognizing the signs of an abusive relationship can be challenging, especially when the abuse is subtle or disguised as love and concern. Abusive behavior often starts gradually, with seemingly minor incidents that escalate over time, making it difficult for victims to identify the pattern. Understanding these signs is crucial for potential victim…

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Rediscovering Your Identity and Breaking Generational Cycles with Romel Peters 35:56

4M ago35:56

35:56

In this episode, I am joined by Romel, a proud Mumpreneur, Intuitive Mindset Coach, Inspirational Speaker, Podcaster and Author on a mission to help individuals who struggle with self-identity rediscover who they are on a soul level by breaking the unhealthy cycles of generational patterns and expectations. Having undergone her massive transformati…

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Embracing Purpose as a Single Woman Without Children with Sonjia “Lioness” Mackey 46:24

4M ago46:24

46:24

In a world often fixated on family and children, single childfree women may wonder about their place and purpose. But fret not, for your path to fulfillment lies in embracing your unique journey. Your divine purpose isn't bound by societal norms or expectations; it's about discovering what truly ignites your soul. Dive into your passions, explore n…

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Minisode: The Struggles, Joys, and Beauty of Parenting 14:49

4M ago14:49

14:49

In this vulnerable episode, Gabi interviews her daughter Gianna. They discuss how Gianna's father died at 4 yrs old and her and Gabi truly grew up together. From Gianna wanting to become a firefighter to staying in New Mexico amidst her moms move, they open up about their mother daughter relationship over the last twenty years. From raising childre…

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How Chiropractic Techniques Tackle Stress Head-On with Amir Rashidian 39:29

5M ago39:29

39:29

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, stress can take a toll on both body and mind. But what if there was a way to align your body and calm your mind simultaneously? Enter chiropractic techniques, a powerful tool in combating stress head-on. By targeting the body's alignment, chiropractic care not only relieves physical tension but also promotes…

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Reclaiming Sexual and Spiritual Wholeness with Lorna Gale 41:58

5M ago41:58

41:58

In this episode, I am joined by Lorna, an Elder, Somatic Sexuality and Spirituality Mentor and Story Unweaver who helps people experience sexual freedom and spiritual wholeness. She is a poet, writer, and “story unweaver” in the spiritual, erotic realm where divine feminine energy and sacred masculine form reflect Spirit in the human experience. Af…

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Mindful Transformation: Living Your Best Life Through Awareness with Dawn Gaden 44:25

5M ago44:25

44:25

Mindful transformation is about using the power of mindfulness to become more aware of your thoughts, emotions, and actions, which helps you make positive changes and live your best life. By practicing mindfulness, you can better understand yourself and your reactions, allowing you to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and purpose. This a…

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Stepping Into Your True Authentic Self In Your Relationships with Cassie Zeeb 53:07

5M ago53:07

53:07

Stepping into your true authentic self means being honest and real with the people you care about. It's about showing who you really are, including your true feelings, thoughts, and desires. When you are authentic, you create deeper and more meaningful connections with others. This journey involves understanding and accepting yourself, which allows…

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Celebrating You: The Power of Birthday Reflections 28:33

6M ago28:33

28:33

On your birthday, taking time to think about your past year helps you see how much you've grown and what you've learned. It's like giving yourself a pat on the back and setting up for a new start. This reflection can boost your confidence and help you plan better for the future. In this birthday episode, I share reflections on my life in the past y…

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Empowering Women Through Menopause: Strategies for a Smooth Transition with Dr. Joy’El Ballard 39:04

6M ago39:04

39:04

Embarking on the journey through menopause can feel like navigating uncharted waters for many women. But fear not, for there are strategies aplenty to empower and ease this transition. From embracing holistic wellness practices to fostering open dialogue and education, empowering women through menopause is not just about managing symptoms, but abou…

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Becoming Janet - Finding Myself in the Holocaust 30:49

6M ago30:49

30:49

The Holocaust, a dark chapter in human history, was a systematic and state-sponsored campaign by Nazi Germany and its collaborators to exterminate the Jewish population of Europe during the Second World War. From 1933 to 1945, six million Jews were murdered in a genocide that also targeted Roma, disabled individuals, Soviet prisoners of war, Polish…

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Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Success in the Transition to Entrepreneurship with Cara Pressley 50:10

6M ago50:10

50:10

Transitioning from corporate life into entrepreneurship can be a thrilling yet daunting journey, especially for women looking to be their own bosses. This exciting leap of faith comes with unique challenges, such as defying social expectations, accessing funding, and struggling to be taken seriously in male-dominated industries. However, with the r…

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Breaking the Silence: The Untold Challenges of Postpartum Every Woman Must Know with Cassandra Babilya 53:17

7M ago53:17

53:17

Postpartum is not just a phase; it's a profound journey of transformation and resilience. It's the period following childbirth where a new mother undergoes both physical and emotional changes as she adjusts to her new role. Beyond the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life, postpartum encompasses a rollercoaster of emotions, from overwhelming l…

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Embracing the Change: A Holistic Journey Through Menopause with Melissa Ayres 44:32

7M ago44:32

44:32

Menopause is a natural transition that every woman experiences, but it doesn't have to be a daunting or uncomfortable journey. By embracing a holistic approach that combines natural remedies, healthy lifestyle practices, and intuitive wisdom, you can navigate the physical and emotional changes of menopause with grace and empowerment. In this episod…

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Navigating Change: Embracing Big Shifts for Personal Evolution and Success with Elvis Tadlanek 49:48

7M ago49:48

49:48

In the journey of personal and professional development, the key to unlocking one's full potential lies in making significant shifts in mindset, habits, and strategies. Whether it's pursuing a new career path, fostering healthier relationships, or achieving ambitious goals, the process of evolution and growth demands a deliberate and transformative…

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Balancing Building an Online Business While Traveling the Globe with Rashawn Dyonne 39:08

8M ago39:08

39:08

Balancing building an online business while traveling the globe can be both an exciting adventure and a challenging endeavor. In today's interconnected world, many entrepreneurs embrace the freedom of working from anywhere, but it requires careful planning and smart strategies. This journey involves harnessing the power of the internet to create an…

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Life Lessons: Part 1 20:03

10M ago20:03

20:03

The ushering in of a new year always brings with it a fair amount of introspection and contemplation. And one of the biggest areas of personal reflection is always, “What did the outgoing year teach me that changed me?” Typically, I post that insight on Facebook. But this year, I’m sharing it with you here on the podcast in a multi-episode series w…

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2023's Greatest Gift: Unwrapping the Biggest Lesson for a Thriving 2024! 24:21

10M ago24:21

24:21

As we bid farewell to 2023 and eagerly anticipate the dawn of 2024, let us unwrap the greatest gift this year has bestowed upon us – a profound lesson that transcends the challenges and tribulations we may have faced. In the tapestry of our experiences, it is easy to be ensnared by the shadows of adversity, but the true essence of our journey lies …

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Give Yourself Permission to Live Your Dream Life! 22:49

10M ago22:49

22:49

Bronnie Ware, a nurse who worked in palliative care, conducted a survey that became a best-selling book written in multiple languages: “The Top Five Regrets of the Dying.” She asked people who were in the last stage of their life what was the biggest regret of their life. People mentioned the types of things you might imagine: that they wished they…

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Got Boundaries? 30:16

10M ago30:16

30:16

To many women, the idea of setting, communicating, and reinforcing boundaries with family, friends, and dating or relationship partners is uncomfortable. And yet, the personal situations necessitating boundaries are equally uncomfortable. And if we’re being completely honest with ourselves, they can also feel dismissive and disrespectful. Especiall…

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Cultivating Joy and Health in the Mommy Journey 48:38

10M ago48:38

48:38

Welcome to the wonderful world of motherhood, where love knows no bounds, but the demands can sometimes feel overwhelming. In the journey of motherhood, finding joy and maintaining good health are essential not just for you but for your little ones too. This talk is your compass to navigate the challenges of motherhood with practical strategies, ea…

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When Helping You Is Hurting Me! 30:37

10M ago30:37

30:37

There are many misconceptions and stereotypes about single, childfree women and the lifestyle we live: ~ We’re lonely. ~ We’re selfish. ~ We’re unhappy. ~ We’re afraid of commitment. ~ We don’t know what true love is. ~ We’ll die alone. There are many others, but one of the most frustrating is that we have the availability and capacity to support o…

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Closure Is a Gift of Self-Love That You Give to Yourself! 29:11

11M ago29:11

29:11

Perhaps you’ve had a falling out with a friend, family member, or significant other. The kind that ended the relationship. But you’re waiting for them to come back and explain or apologize for their words and actions. You’re waiting for some kind of closure on what happened. And I’m here to tell you that you don’t always get an explanation. You don…

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Breaking Stereotypes: Celebrating the Beauty of Plus-Size Women 45:58

11M ago45:58

45:58

In a world where people often think there's only one way to be beautiful, it's really important that we try to change these ideas. Today, we want to celebrate how wonderful plus-size women are. We believe that beauty is not just about how big or small someone is, and everyone should be admired and appreciated. This new way of thinking challenges th…

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Breaking Through the Silence: Empowering Your Inner Strength in the Face of Trauma and Suicidal Ideation 48:55

11M ago48:55

48:55

In the profound depths of personal struggle, breaking through the silence becomes a courageous journey towards rediscovering inner strength amidst trauma and the haunting whispers of suicidal ideation. In the face of such challenges, it is essential to recognize the profound significance of seeking help from others. The journey towards empowerment …

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Why I Choose to Thrive in My Singleness! 18:11

11M ago18:11

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I’ve noticed something on social media. When women talk about their marriages in a positive light – e.g., I love my husband; I’m dedicated to my marriage; he protects and provides for me; he covers and cares for me; He accepts me as I am; he’s the best thing that ever happened to me; etc. – there are always a lot of likes and positive comments on t…

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Grounding Meditation for Mothers 14:26

11M ago14:26

14:26

Grounding Meditation for Mothers offers a transformative journey for mothers seeking to cultivate a deeper connection with themselves and their children. In the whirlwind of motherhood, it's easy for mothers to lose touch with their own inner balance and the profound bond they share with their children. This meditation provides a sacred space for m…

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Where is My Village? 16:12

11M ago16:12

16:12

There’s an old saying that almost everyone has heard at one point or another, “It takes a village to raise a child.” What that means is what you and I already know – it’s not easy to raise a child on your own, and I dare say that few people would choose to do it alone if they had the choice of having a present and available partner. But even with a…

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The Power of Co-Regulation: Building Stronger Relationships with Children 44:04

11M ago44:04

44:04

Building strong relationships with children is a vital part of helping them grow and develop. One powerful way to do this is through co-regulation. Co-regulation means working together with kids to help them manage their emotions and behavior. It's like a team effort where adults and children support each other. When we co-regulate, we create a saf…

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Mastering the Art of Self-Regulation 39:39

11M ago39:39

39:39

Modeling good self-regulation and co-regulation is fundamental to fostering healthy interpersonal relationships and personal development. Self-regulation entails the ability to manage one's emotions, behavior, and impulses effectively, while co-regulation involves the capacity to support and guide others in achieving the same. Whether in the contex…

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Don't Believe the Hype! 19:26

12M ago19:26

19:26

There’s a tendency amongst many dating coaches and relationship gurus to blame women for their single status. Their answer, of course, is that if single women would start doing this, if they would stop doing that, if they would change this, if they would improve that – in other words, if they would just fix this deficient thing about themselves – t…

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Nurturing Your Intuition: A Journey of Co-Creation with the Creator 40:09

12M ago40:09

40:09

Nurturing Your Intuition is all about learning to listen to that inner voice, that gut feeling, and understanding it as a partnership between you and the Creator. This journey is about co-creating with the divine, unlocking your innate wisdom, and embracing the guidance that flows from within. It's a path of trust, self-discovery, and deep connecti…

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You Were Set Apart for a Purpose! 23:44

12M ago23:44

23:44

We all have what I call a “thing” – something personal in our life that has served as the bain of our existence. It could be anything from a physical quality that we perceive to be unattractive to a life experience that we feel has ruined our life. But it’s typically something that makes us different. Something so distasteful to us – and typically …

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An Apology and a Peek Behind the Scenes: Why I Went Silent on Podcasting 5:42

12M ago5:42

5:42

In podcasting, consistency is often considered the golden rule, but sometimes, life takes unexpected turns that demand a temporary departure from the microphone. As the host of this podcast, I owe you an apology and a peek behind the scenes to explain why I've gone silent. It's not a lack of recorded content but rather an intense period of preparin…

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It's Not Your Life's Purpose to Be a Wife & Mother! 30:01

1y ago30:01

30:01

In a world that often glorifies and idolizes the traditional path of marriage and motherhood, it can be easy to buy into the narrative that your life’s purpose is to be a great wife and mother. And while that’s a noble and worthwhile goal, to be sure, I’m here to remind you that there is no one-size-fits-all formula for happiness and fulfillment. F…

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Free to Be Me! 26:18

1y ago26:18

26:18

In my corporate career, I was repeatedly told that I was “too direct” and “too assertive.” In my dating life, I was repeatedly told that I was “too tall” and “too opinionated.” For much of my life, it seemed like I was always too much of something for somebody to deal with. But unlike many women, I didn’t let the opinions of others cause me to chan…

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No Guts, No Glory, No Legend, No Story! 17:31

1y ago17:31

17:31

In defining inertia, Isaac Newton said an object in a state of motion or rest will remain so until a greater force acts against it. Some single women are in a state of rest – they need to take a minute to recover, replenish, and rejuvenate after a relationship ends before they can even consider entering a new one. There are other single women; howe…

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Are You Aligned and Positioned to Receive? 20:43

1y ago20:43

20:43

Many times in life, we state that we desire something. For example, to marry someday. And yet, if we were to examine our life more closely, we might find that our behaviors are contrary to our desires. That our actions aren’t aligned with our thoughts. That we’re not backing up our faith with intentional action that supports and complements what we…

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Here's What We're Not Doing: Hiding Our Success! 22:24

1y ago22:24

22:24

“Best not let him see what kind of car I drive; he might feel intimidated.” “Best not let him see what kind of house I live in; he might feel emasculated.” “Best not let him know how much money I make; he might feel irrelevant.” “Best not let him think I don’t need him to be a provider, or this relationship is over before it even begins!” It’s sad …

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The Power of Choice 16:00

1y ago16:00

16:00

In this thing called life, there can be times when it feels as if certain dreams or desires are out of your control. One such dream might be having a biological child. When your body won’t cooperate and actually seems to be working against you, you can feel powerless in your own life. But here’s what I need you to understand... even when things don…

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Building a Business Through the Power of Media with Shelly Williams 36:21

1y ago36:21

36:21

In today's digitally driven landscape, harnessing the power of media has become not just a strategic choice but a vital necessity for aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses alike. Building a business through the transformative force of media involves a dynamic interplay of content creation, social engagement, branding, and storytelling. …

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Party of One for the Full-Table-Service Life, Please! 17:42

1y ago17:42

17:42

Imagine, if you will, a scenario where it’s Friday night and a single, childfree woman is getting hungry. She’d love to visit one of the many new restaurants that have opened across the city this year. So she picks up the phone and calls friend after friend, but alas, everyone is busy with other plans. She sighs in frustration, exasperation, and re…

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Empowerment through Healing: Cultivating Resilience and Fearlessness on the Road to Wellness 35:23

1y ago35:23

35:23

Welcome to the transformative journey of Empowerment through Healing, where the profound synergy between cultivating resilience and nurturing fearlessness paves the way for a holistic approach to wellness. Discover how healing, resilience, and fearlessness intertwine to create a robust foundation for personal growth and empowerment. Embark on a voy…

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Is One Really the Loneliest Number? 18:52

1y ago18:52

18:52

There was a song by the group “Three Dog Night” titled “One is the Loneliest Number.” If you’re single and childfree, there may be a moment from time to time when you do indeed feel alone, when you wish there was someone beside you to share the ups and downs of life. In a world that seems to be built for couples and families, that’s not an uncommon…

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Empowering Self-Belief: Unlocking Your Potential to Achieve Your Desires 38:33

1y ago38:33

38:33

Embark on a transformative journey towards realizing your deepest aspirations with the guiding light of self-belief. In a world pulsating with endless possibilities, discovering the key to unlocking your true potential is the ultimate pursuit. Join us in unraveling the profound connection between unshakeable self-belief and the manifestation of you…

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Back to Alpha - A Mindset & A Mission With Craig Coles 50:33

1y ago50:33

50:33

Welcome to a transformative journey towards Increasing Power and Positivity in Your Life through the profound practice of inner healing. In a world where external challenges can often dim our spirits and limit our potential, this exploration delves into the art of nurturing your inner self, unlocking dormant strengths, and cultivating a resilient m…

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