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Just a quick end of year check-in. The title pretty much sums it up. Whether it's unresolved issues with family, friends, work or the combination. There are some things that are ready to reset by the new year, but the truth is some things take more than a year to resolve. In this episode, there are a few tips and words of encouragement for the new …
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It’s been a very busy couple months so I had to submit to the times but I’m back! I have had an avalanche of thoughts since my last podcast! So much to unpack lol but mainly self reflection and so many thoughts about midlife and middle age more recently! Midlife people are ranging from married empty nesting… single starting families… single moms to…
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First Day of Mental Health Awareness Month… I’m talking hearts and head space.. In this episode.. I’m challenging you to prioritize your mental health EVERYDAY at home and at work! The importance of genuine connection for mental wellness! Learning more than just your love languages…. Nurturing safe spaces… Keeping your heart soft and head space unc…
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Mom guilt goes from pregnancy… “Did I eat enough nutritious food today for the baby?” to childhood “Am I working too much...are they on their Ipad or phone too much?” to adult children “Did I teach them enough to be able to be independent? It can be a rabbit hole of things to worry about if you don’t get ahold of it! LOL! On this week’s episode… we…
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Feeling seen and supported by a few trusted individuals goes a long way. But the quality of support makes the difference in the direction you go. When you’re not getting along with your spouse and/or can’t seem to get on the same page and the kids are off the chain… you probably do what most people do… Call somebody to vent or get advice. In this e…
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Being open to repairing the marriage while considering divorce can sound confusing. But this is a common situation that alot couples go through…. and often times.....Alone. Not having a support system or the right guidance can take things from bad to worse. In this episode.. Im sharing my own insight.. common mistakes and assumptions couples and ou…
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In this episode... Im breaking down some barriers to productivity…sharing the importance of checking in with yourself and the road to getting your spark back! It only takes one spark to light a fire so get light up! There’s no new pictures or avatar changes.. no visuals… no follow up series yet… still no mic. Just me in my same closet/studio sharin…
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It's not that moms don't want to have a self care routine. A lot of times it's just difficult to find a routine that works for us and time to maintain it. There's so much information out there it can be overwhelming and out of reach depending on how full your schedule might be. You may also have a hard time finding qualified support. Tune in to fin…
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Don't ignore the stress in your life... manage it! These last few weeks have been off the chain! Where much is given.. much is required was the mantra! Done is better than perfect... was the other one. Lol. Tune in to hear how basic self care, proper mentorship, and a few other tools can help you manage stress rather than ignore it!…
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We can be on a roll getting things done and staying focused... then take a couple of days off and boom off track. You can be eating clean.. drinking your water.. then one celebration and boom you're eating out three times this week! It happens that fast! So on this week's episode I'm sharing a few tips on how to get back on track when you get sidet…
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Goodness is never wasted is nothing but pure optimism. It's self care. Do you ever regret time you've spent on something that didn't work out? Have you ever given advice or helped someone and didn't get paid or a tangible return right away? Don't let that turn in to a form of goodness fatigue. Tune in to hear my response to these questions, more ab…
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Hey guys! First podcast of the new year! I'm back and it's finally feeling like a new year! I switched it up a little and decided... Instead of going into the new year subtracting and focusing on what we're cutting out.. how about just adding more good things? Tune in to hear more about the good things I've added to my schedule and self care.. and …
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2021 is around the corner! There have been many ups and downs in 2020... and things are looking unpredictable across the world! 2021 can still be YOURS! Start where you are and with who you are! My FREE E-Book is ready for download on my website! www.modernmommiemogul.com "How to Discover your Mogul Mom Style" A guide to help moms discover how to t…
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Don't feel pressure to quit your day job for your hustle! Do both until you feel like the time is right to leave that stable paycheck. The look of entrepreneurship got people twisted. There's still a need for jobs and employees to properly run a business! Owning a business is not for everybody and when you have a family, you have to be strategic on…
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We gotta make sure we are checking in with our teens. If 2020 has been heavy for us... it may be even heavier for them! High School graduations on Zoom... sports on hold... distance learning... family conflict... over scheduled.. under rested... excessive screen time... minimal social contact and the list goes on! Suicide rates amongst teens have g…
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Mom and Confidence is Momfidence. We need it! There are people everywhere constantly judging your every move. We are all guilty of it and it's not always from a bad a place. But if you're not sure of yourself, even in your mistakes, people will always be able to control how you operate. There are too many uncertainties when you have a family to get…
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Understanding we can have the same goals and different avenues, allowing others the space to give their perspective, and not assuming people share your views because they're your friends or family... is the real bag. How much more could we accomplish if we were willing to listen to understand rather than just respond or argue! Tune in to hear my tw…
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On this episode... Just a couple of quick reminders and encouragement...Whistle.... Breathe.... and Relax! So much uncertainty is causing people to freak out these days and for good reason! Feel your feelings but understand that feelings are constantly changing and any decisions that are made out of emotion can come with a lot of regret! Tune in to…
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Taking time for self care does not come naturally and for most of us moms.... it’s a journey to get there! Moms wearing many hats... being married, having children, working, owning a business/businesses, community work, social life, working out, and the list goes on! Mom guilt, postpartum, social pressure, lack of self awareness, lack of resources,…
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Motherhood comes with a whole lifestyle change... which can be expected. But what many moms don't expect is the changes in their relationships with their family members. Especially their sisters! Growing up being BFFS, same schools, same outfits, same friends, same plans etc.; then boom marriage & motherhood. Priorities shift! Plans change! Family …
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In recent months the term "gaslighting" has become more popular and many people may still do not know what it means. When you hear about "Gaslighting" it's usually used in the context of romantic relationships... but on this episode I'm going to be highlighting gaslighting in motherhood. What does it mean? What are the signs? Are you gaslighting yo…
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Managing our emotions, evaluating ourselves objectively, taking constructive feedback and being able to recognize our feelings are very important skills in motherhood! To be able to better connect with your children... being self aware is key. If not, you can get caught up repeating patterns of your own childhood rather than being present in your o…
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For the inspector gadget ladies... for the navigation download ladies... for the fake page creator ladies... and any other ladies that are knee deep in the rabbit hole of needing more information... I have a message for you today! I want to free some people with some tips on what you may need to do BEFORE checking his phone... You need to hear this…
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I wish I would’ve known more about this episode topic BEFORE I got married and became a mother! The more you know the how, why and what... about yourself the easier it is to understand your spouse and children. It’s never too early or too late to learn more about YOU and strengthen your relationships! Even though you may prefer one style over the o…
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Prayer is powerful and miracles do happen! But you can’t rely on miracles alone! You gotta do some additional work to really see change on a consistent basis. You gotta take ACTION! A lot of times people will encourage you to pray but that’s it! Then nothing changes and you think prayer doesn’t work. But chances are you were just waiting on a mirac…
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It takes two to have a Black Love experience... so today on the 100TH episode I have my husband, Mr. Stephens as my very special guest! This is his first podcast ever and my first male guest! I think it's time to hear from the men. Why is Black Love important? What is it like to be a black husband and father in today's society? AND.. What is marria…
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Insert serenity prayer... how do we pivot? what are the next steps? how can I improve? These are questions most of us are asking ourselves right now... I am sharing my thoughts on my next steps, pivoting and how the process is coming along. It's important to share more than results. There are a ton of emotions, set backs, lessons and AHA moments in…
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Going from single mom to married mom is much more than a name change. It’s a mindset change... which values and life skills do you take with you into your new role? Is there room for any of it? Are you truly being present in your new role? Are you committed to the transition? On this episode I will be sharing the answers to these questions from my …
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Typically when we would hear about infertility and conversations about freezing eggs it’s centered around women with no children. But what about the mothers who may have gotten side tracked with their careers and other goals and haven’t been able to invest time in meeting Mr. Right but would like to expand their family in the future? On today’s epi…
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For most ppl.. the Pandemic has forced us to look at work in a new way... layoffs/work from home orders and kids out of school... has brought a lot of moms to a creative space and even for those who had never thought of entrepreneurship.. are giving it a second glance. People go into entrepreneurship for many reasons but moms typically go into MOM-…
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All women empowerment movements are not the same! It’s important to recognize that the influencers and various social media brands are not all speaking to the same audience... nor do they all have the same engagement tactics or goals.... and that’s okay. Social media has gotten so popular and people have gotten so used to people over sharing and gi…
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We all love a positive vibe... it feels good to be out here living in our light.. Feel good music playing... champagne sipping... clearing out the negative energy... Good vibes only in the bio... date nights.. black love... surrounded by friends and family with honey on their lips speaking nothing but sweetness... happy marriages... marble floors..…
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When you’re cooking 2,3,4, 5 times a day.. but trying not to gain too much weight.. doing your own nails and hair.. which can take 3-5 business days depending on your skill level... whether you have 4C or 3A hair... and which nail top coat you have access to that may never fully dry... going to the store for the 50leventh time, Zoom calling on over…
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Heyyyy! It's another group chat! Joining in the fun are today's guests, Candice Yau, Jennifer Bell Cornelius, and Yasmine Parrish! We are having a candid conversation and Q & A about relationship expectations from 2 single women and 2 married women's perspective. Everything from motherhood, being a ride or die, young lust and love, securing the mom…
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Ambitious women have a work ethic that is unmatched.. working towards goals.. achieving goals... rinse and repeat! Never give up is a motto that transcends and can keep you awake at night! But when you have a family.. you can burn the candle on both ends! Finding that rhythm may require taking your foot off the gas completely, putting yourself in p…
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dating Coach and Hurricane Katrina survivor Bree Jenkins is here as our special guest to discuss the human side of therapists, holding your plans light, how Covid 19 affected her business, trending concerns, Toxic Productivity, wellness mindset, coping skills suggestions to manage stress and anxiety, pushing …
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Being your authentic selves in a relationship will allow you and your person an opportunity to thrive as unit. It’s really not about having the “right approach” or the “right personality” or the “right moves”. People have their natural style of communication.. it’s how they prefer to communicate and be communicated with! There’s not a certain “type…
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Moms everywhere are adjusting to the recent and abrupt changes in our households and businesses. Due to social distancing.... I had my first Zoom interview with my good friend and special guest Candice Yau who joined in to chop it up about being raised by her grandparents... and like most of us.. “Don’t bring no babies home” was the extent of the d…
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You have to be intentional about creating a peaceful environment for you and your family! What are some things you are doing to prioritize peace in your house? When you're so used to being on the go and having school routes, practices, rehearsals, meetings, fitness goals, brunches, etc... home can feel more like a landing pad rather than a preferre…
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Mom life is off the chain right now! We are used to wearing many hats but we are at hat capacity right now! LOL! Group chats have been going up with quarantine chronicles! I have been attacked and debated by multiple Virgos this week. We are in need of prayer and a plan! Just wanted to check in and remind everyone that we have been trained for this…
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL THE PARENTS OUT THERE DOING THEIR BEST! Trying to praise the Lord, set boundaries, keep our heads above water, raise children, level up, make money, keep it cute, get married, stay married, budget, celebrate, balance, work out, get up early, and keep a clean house...etc. EVERYDAY! Keeping it 100%... it's so tiring! To keep it all t…
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