• Day 13: Finding a Reason to Wake up in the Mornings
    Jul 16 2024
    My strong is waking up each day with a sense of purpose and passion. Welcome to Day 13 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're diving into finding a reason to wake up in the morning. It's so easy to lose ourselves in the hustle and bustle of daily life, but this journey is about discovering what sets your soul on fire and gives you a sense of purpose beyond just your day to day obligations. We want to wake up with excitement and intention, ready to embrace the day with a fire that fuels your soul. Finding a reason to wake up in the morning starts with reconnecting with what truly matters to you. It's about carving out moments in your day, in the middle of the chaos, to reflect on your passions, your dreams, and the things that bring you joy. So today, take a moment to ask yourself: What excites me? What makes me feel alive? And how can I infuse more of that into my daily life? If you're looking to rediscover what lights you up, this episode is for you. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with usHERE.
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  • Day 12: Balancing Prioritizing Yourself and Handling Your Responsibilities
    Jul 15 2024
    My strong is finding harmony between prioritizing myself and handling my responsibilities. Welcome to Day 11 of our "me-first" journey! Today we're talking about how to balance prioritizing yourself with managing your responsibilities. It's about integrating self-care into your daily routine without neglecting your commitments. In priortizing yourself, it's important not to use self-care or "me-first" as excuses to dodge responsibilities. You know, it's easy to get caught up in saying "I'm in my me-first era" and end up putting off things that really need attention. Finding that balance means knowing when it's real self-care and when it's just avoiding things that need to be done. When we take care of ourselves alongside handling our responsibilites, it helps us tackle challenges head-on. If you're ready to balance prioritizing yourself with managing your responsibilities, this episode is for you. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with usHERE.
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  • Day 11: Creating a [Saturday] Morning Routine
    Jul 13 2024
    My strong is starting each day with a morning routine that centers my well-being and sets a positive tone for the day. Welcome to Day 11 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're diving into the importance of creating a morning routine that centers your well-being. It's all about starting your day with intention, dedicating time to yourself, and setting a positive tone for the rest of the week. By establishing a me-first morning routine, you honor your needs and create a foundation of self-care that supports your overall well-being. Creating a morning routine is about giving yourself permission to start your day with intention and care. This involves embracing activities that nurture your mind, body, and spirit, setting a positive tone for the rest of your week. By doing this, you build self-trust, emotional strength, and a deeper sense of self-worth. This me-first routine enriches your journey and provides a solid foundation for personal growth and resilience. If you're ready to start creating a fulfilling Saturday morning routine, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how embracing a me-first morning ritual can help you build self-trust, foster personal growth, and set a positive tone for your week. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with usHERE.
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  • Day 10: Validating Your Feelings and Experiences
    Jul 12 2024
    My strong is recognizing and honoring my own feelings and experiences even when no one else does. Welcome to Day 10 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're diving into the importance of validating your feelings and experiences. It's all about recognizing and honoring your feelings and experiences, even when others may not, and trusting that your perspective is valid and important. Validating your experiences is about giving yourself permission to feel and acknowledge your emotions and perspectives, regardless of external validation. This involves embracing your truth, understanding your reactions, and accepting your feelings as they are. By doing this, you build self-trust, emotional strength, and a deeper sense of self-worth. This self-validation enriches your journey and provides a solid foundation for personal growth and resilience. If you're ready to start validating your own feelings and experiences, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how embracing your feelings and perspectives can help you build self-trust and foster personal growth. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Communityfor weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with usHERE.
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  • Day 9: Building Great Relationships with Great People
    Jul 10 2024
    My strong is creating deep, meaningful connections with others. Welcome to Day 9 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're talking about building great relationships with great people. It's all about connecting with those who uplift and inspire us, fostering meaningful connections that support our growth and well-being Building great relationships with great people means nurturing genuine connections, celebrating each other's strengths, and supporting one another through challenges. This practice involves actively listening, being present, and showing appreciation for the unique qualities each person brings. By fostering trust, showing empathy, and being vulnerable, we cultivate deeper, more meaningful bonds that uplift and inspire us. These relationships enrich our lives and provide a strong foundation of support and encouragement on our journey. If you're looking to cultivate stronger relationships, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how nurturing great relationships can help you build deeper connections and support each other. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Communityfor weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with usHERE.
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  • Day 8: Practicing Self-compassion
    Jul 9 2024
    My strong is practicing self-compassion by embracing kindness and understanding towards myself. Welcome to Day 8 of our 'me-first' journey! Today, we're diving deep into self-compassion. It's about embracing kindness and understanding toward ourselves, especially when we face challenges and don't meet our own expectations. We've all been there, placing unreasonable expectations on ourselves—eunrealistic demands on ourselves, seeking perfection in every decision and criticizing ourselves when we fall short. Practicing self-compassion means showing ourselves the same empathy and support we offer others, particularly during moments of self-doubt and pressure. This practice allows us to cultivate a more balanced and nurturing relationship with ourselves. If you're looking to cultivate more self-kindness in the midst of life's challenges, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how practicing self-compassion can help you embrace peace and resilience, even during hectic times. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with us HERE.
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  • Day 7: Finding Quiet Moments When Life is Loud
    Jul 8 2024
    My strong is finding quiet moments when life is loud, creating a space for peace and serenity Welcome to Day 7 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're getting real about finding quiet moments when life is loud. We're talking about how making space for peace and tranquility can change everything—bringing more balance, calm, and clarity, even when life gets hectic. Finding quiet moments isn't just about seeking silence; it's about honoring yourself by embracing peace and stillness. Ever caught yourself running around trying to do everything? We've all been there, constantly busy to feel productive. Today, let's unpack how making room for life's quieter moments can change the trajectory of your life. It's about slowing down, embracing tranquility, and living fully in the moment, allowing more balance and calm into your life. Sis, if you're looking to carve out some peace in the midst of life's craziness, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to let go a bit and bring more ease and flow into your day. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with us HERE.
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  • Day 6: Letting Go of the Need to Control
    Jul 7 2024
    My strong is letting go of control to find freedom and create a life of flow. Hey there, welcome to Day 6 of our "me-first" journey! Today, we're getting real about letting go of control. We're talking about how releasing the need to control every aspect of your life can change everything—bringing more freedom, peace, and flow, even when things don't go as planned. Letting go of control isn't just about giving up power; it's about honoring yourself by trusting the process and finding peace. Ever caught yourself trying to control every little detail? We've all been there, micromanaging to feel secure. Today, let's unpack how releasing control can flip the script on your life. It's about focusing on what you can manage, embracing uncertainty, and living fully in the moment, allowing more freedom and flow into your life. If you're ready to let go of control and invite more freedom and flow into your life, you gotta tap in to this episode. Be sure to join our upcoming Un-caped workshop on July 30th, where we'll dive even deeper into these topics. Save your seat with the link in the show notes. Stay Connected with All Things Shades of Strong and the Black Female Experience: - Register for the "Uncpaed" Workshop - Stay Connected and Follow us on Instagram - Join the Shades of Strong Email Community for weekly encouragment and empowering resources - Listener Survey: Share your feedback with us HERE.
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