Got questions about your healthcare? This episode is for you if you're looking to better understand how to advocate for your health and your family’s well-being. Join us as Dr. Persharon Dixon, a seasoned pediatrician, sheds light on these challenges and offers actionable advice for Black women.

This episode is for you if:

• You’re a Black woman looking to understand and navigate healthcare disparities.
• You’re curious about how to advocate for yourself in medical settings.
• You need practical advice on finding and utilizing healthcare resources.

🔹 Highlights:

• [02:24] Dr. Dixon breaks down prevalent health issues and how to advocate for ourselves.
• [07:05] Practical tips and resources for Black women to get the care they need.
• [12:30] How to effectively voice your concerns and ensure you’re heard.

Tune in to⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcast⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for this insightful conversation!

Links mentioned in this episode

• ⁠⁠BetternessBox Subscription⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

• Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)
• Denise Gilmore-McPherson (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dgilmcphee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

Ever feel like squeezing in a workout is a constant battle? This episode is for YOU! We'll be talking about making movement inclusive and achievable, ditching the negativity, and incorporating fitness into your busy life.

This episode is for you if:

• You're looking for ways to incorporate more movement into your life

• You're tired of the negative connotations around exercise

• You're short on time but still want to improve your health

Highlights:

• [05:50] The importance of movement for overall quality of life

• [14:32] Ideas for 10-minute workouts

• [15:59] How to make movement fit into your lifestyle

You don't want to miss this episode! Tune in to⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcast⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links mentioned in this episode

• ⁠⁠Be Balanced Retreat

• BetternessBox Subscription⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠⁠

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

• Janna Harris (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@wellbeyondbalance⁠)

• Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

Ever wonder what it REALLY means to celebrate Juneteenth?

In this episode, we're diving deep into the rich history of Juneteenth, and we'll be exploring how we can honor the struggles of our ancestors while empowering the next generation with the incredible Amber Sims, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Young Leaders, Strong City.

This episode is for YOU if:

• You're tryna learn more about the history of Juneteenth, but history class always put you to sleep. (We got you with some fun facts and stories!)
• You're down for empowering the next generation and teaching them about their roots, but you're not sure where to start.
• You need a reminder that revolutionary rest is key to keepin' on keepin' on!

Highlights:

• [03:12] Unpack the real effects of truth (or lack thereof) on our youth
• [18:20] Learn how to deal with folks who just wanna stay stuck in their ways
• [50:00] Embrace the power of healing and acceptance

Don't miss this powerful conversation! Tune in to⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcas⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links mentioned in this episode

• Young Leaders Strong City website
• ⁠BetternessBox Subscription⁠
• ⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

• Amber Sims (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@aye_simmy29)

• Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠⁠)

• Denise Gilmore-McPherson (⁠⁠⁠⁠@dgilmcphee⁠⁠⁠⁠)

Ever feel like the world throws negativity at Black women? From societal pressures to self-doubt, it can be a lot to navigate. But guess what, sis? We're here to rewrite the narrative!

This episode is all about celebrating Black women in their full glory. We're diving into the empowering message of The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America. Joining us is Stacey Brown, a phenomenal voice who'll be dissecting the book's insights alongside us.

This episode is for you if:

• You're tired of fighting against negative portrayals of Black women
• You're ready to embrace your authentic self and reject societal pressures
• You want to cultivate peace and self-love within your own boundaries.

• Highlights

  • (7:20) Changing the narrative starts with self-thoughts
  • (12:29) Black women are worthy and deserving
  • (13:30) We are enough just as we are
  • (14:29) Breaking free from negative stereotypes

  
  

• Ready to rewrite your narrative and step into your full power? Tune in to⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcast⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

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  Links mentioned in this episode

  • ⁠The Sisters Are Alright Book
  • ⁠BetternessBox Subscription⁠
  • ⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠

  Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

  • Stacey D. Brown ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@staceydbspeaks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

  • Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠⁠)

Feeling drained at work? Black women face unique challenges in the workplace that can take a toll on mental health. This episode unpacks those challenges with Dr. Rheeda Walker, exploring microaggressions, internalized racism, the pressure to code-switch, imposter syndrome, overwork, and why saying "no" is actually a BOSS move.

This episode is for you:

• You're a Black woman who feels unseen and unheard at work.

• You struggle with the pressure to constantly prove yourself.

• You're ready to prioritize your mental health and well-being.

Highlights

• [00:05:00] Challenges Black employees face when it comes to mental health in the workplace.
• [00:13:37] The impact of daily microaggressions to Black women employees’ mental health.
• [00: 29:00] How to challenge the narrative of what's expected from Black women at work.
• [00:51:00] Tips on how to increase your psychological fortitude.
• [00:54:00] How companies can ensure their programs are inclusive.

Don't miss this powerful conversation! Tune in to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcas and learn how to navigate these challenges and prioritize your mental wellbeing.on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links mentioned in this episode

• The Unopologetic Guide & Workbook
• Minding Your Black Mind with Dr. Rheeda

• BetternessBox Subscription
• BetternessBox Instagram

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

• Dr. Rheeda Walker ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dr.rheedawalker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)

• Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠)

• Denise Gilmore-McPherson (⁠⁠⁠@dgilmcphee⁠⁠⁠)

#blackexcellence #mentalhealthmatters #betterreality #mentalhealthmonth

Is Motherhood everything you expected? Probably not! This Mother's Day, we're celebrating the real deal of motherhood with Tot Jones and Denise. Tune in for hilarious stories, heartwarming moments, and honest truths about what it REALLY means to be a mom.

This episode is a celebration of Black motherhood in all its glory. So grab your headphones, pour yourself a glass of wine (or juice!), and get ready to be inspired.

This episode is for you if:

• You are wondering how to heal after losing a child.

• You need tips on mom-ing like a boss (even when you feel like a hot mess)

• You just need a reminder that you are enough, exactly as you are.

Highlights:

• [09:03] The pain of losing a child at birth but never giving up on her dream of having children.

• [41:02] Why self-care isn't selfish, it's essential (and how to achieve it even with a tiny human demanding your attention 24/7).

• [00:51:25] The importance of not being afraid to pivot and keeping the faith.

• [1:03:30] Tips for moms to regain confidence after having children.

Tune in to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for this special Mother's Day episode and celebrate the beauty of motherhood in all its complexities on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links mentioned in this episode

• Tot’s Website

• ⁠⁠She Is Evolving BetternessBox Subscription⁠⁠

• Let Us Glow Summer Box

• ⁠⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠⁠

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

1. Tot Jones ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠@totallytot3⁠⁠⁠)

2. Kala Garner (⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠)

3. Denise Gilmore-McPherson (⁠⁠@dgilmcphee⁠⁠)

#goodbetterbetterness #mothersday #blackmommagic

Looking for a natural way to promote relaxation, relieve anxiety, and balance your hormones? This episode is for you if you're curious about CBD products!

We celebrate 420 with Vierra, a wellness expert who walks us through the world of CBD: what it is, how it works, and the many benefits it can offer.

This episode is for you if:

• You're curious about CBD and its potential benefits
• You're looking for natural solutions for anxiety, inflammation, and more
• You want to learn the difference between CBD and THC

Highlights:

• [00:06:01] - Different forms of CBD products
• [00:11:04] - Best uses of CBD for inflammation, anxiety, and more
• [00:18:36] -The difference between CBD and THC
• [00:20:00] - How CBD receptors work in the body
• [00:26:23] - The legality and various uses of CBD
• [00:38:59] - Personal experiences using CBD for pain relief and breastfeeding
• [00:41:05] - The benefits of CBD for sleep and relaxation
• [00:42:34] - How CBD works in the body for longer effects
• [00:45:47] - Vera's exciting future plans for her wellness business

Tune in to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Good, Better, Betterness Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more inspiring stories and practical advice on navigating life's challenges and embracing personal growth on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Audible⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links mentioned in this episode

• Elevate Wellness Club

• ⁠BetternessBox Subscription

• ⁠BetternessBox Youtube⁠

• ⁠BetternessBox Instagram⁠

Guest/Hosts Social Media Info

1. Vierra ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠vibe.with.vierra⁠⁠)

2. Kala Garner (⁠⁠⁠⁠@thekglifestyle⁠⁠⁠⁠)