This week we sat down with Caresse 'Ressy' Hickman, CEO of Lucy Jane! Lucy Jane was created to remind men & women to be bold & have high confidence within yourself. Never apologize for expressing yourself YOUR way. Hold your head high and demand attention in every room you walk in. & never apologize for it. And be fly af while doing it. Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL Connect with Ressy: Instagram - @itsressyy | Twitter - @itsressyy | Email - itsressy@gmail.com Connect with Lucy Jane: Instagram - @lucyjanescarves | Website - www.lucyjanebeauty.com
It is so important to show up.. but sometimes that’s the hardest thing to do. I challenge you to [S]trive for your best, [H]umble yourself, [O]wn your truth, and [W]alk into rooms like you deserve to be there… because you do. Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
I am thankful. I’m also human. This year was hard, but every day is a new opportunity. Happy Thanksgiving!! Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
I have been down for the count this week! I was running on such a high for weeks and then I started to get overwhelmed and instead of stopping to refuel and take care of myself I ran on my tank until it was on E. My first thought was to call it Burnout and I won't go that far but I will say that I am feeling pretty burned out. So this week? We are talking about some of the things I did that go me here and some practices I want to make sure to do more regularly so that this doesn't happen again any time soon. If you liked the soup I served this week send this episode to 3 friends! #GoodSoup #TasteMyMelanin #MelaninSoup Here is the link to the 1 Gallon Water Bottle I use: shorturl.at/chnsM Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
This week we sit down with Christiauna ’CeCe’ Simmons author of "From Dark to Light". She was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas, and is the second oldest of four. Christiauna believes that her parents Christopher and Tomarro Simmons groomed her to freely express herself as she grew up. Throughout grade school, she developed a love for writing which ultimately became a conduit for her purpose. At 25, CeCe is a new mother, published author, and uses her voice through blogging where she transparently shares her experiences in hopes to inspire others! She plans to continue to use her platform to spread the message of love and hope to everyone as she, too, navigates through life’s twists & turns. Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL Connect with CeCe: Instagram - @christiaunasimmons & @csimmonsblog | Twitter - @CeCeTHEbeauty | Blog - https://www.christiaunasimmons.com | From Dark to Light - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DN364Q3?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 | SANGIN' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN6rHs3LOSk | GIVEAWAY ENDS NOVEMBER 19, 2021
I'm not witch and I'm not into spells. However, it's the one time of year where pretending to be someone else is acceptable, but what about when that's how you feel everyday when you show up in the world as yourself? I hear 'Imposter Syndrome' and I automatically start to zone out, but after looking up the definition I considered that I very well may experience this from time to time. I think the concept itself is a bit confusing, and I won't even pretend to fully understand it or know how to combat it, but I will say that I recognize it in my life and if you do too its okay.. we got this. Connect with us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
Take this week to get caught up!! Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme song: Throwback x MXXWLL
Money. This is such a loaded topic. I have had a very interesting relationship with it, from owing money I didn't even have, to saving 8k in 8 months just a year ago. In this episode I am going to share my top 6 general tips for saving money. Whenever we come back for Pt. II Ima get right into it and share the specifics, from the amount I was bringing in to exactly what I was spending it on. I am no expert, but I will share what has proven itself to work for me. Apps mentioned: -Receipt Hog | Referral Link: http://app.receipthog.com/r/rest9248 | Referral Code: rest9248 -Ibotta | Referral Link: https://ibotta.onelink.me/iUfE/1005cd3f?friend_code=jygxmgy | Referral Code: jygxmgy -Shopkick | Referral Link: https://getsk.co/save816197 | Referral Code: SAVE816197 Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
I BARELY made it this week, but I did. I’ve had so many changes going on, my schedule has picked up like crazy, I’m having to process so many new and old things, but I made it. I don’t have a detailed outline for today, however I did take a minute to write some things down, so let’s get into it! | Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL | Alexis Ray Parker - Instagram: @thealexisrayparker ; New Single: https://music.apple.com/us/album/waste-my-time/1590353560?i=1590353561 | How I Built This - Uncle Nearest Whiskey: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-built-this-with-guy-raz/id1150510297?i=1000537279847 | Christiauna Simmons - From Dark To Light: From Dark to Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DN364Q3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_41RYG0JF7SVZT1DQ17RM |
Time is so important.. I’m heading into a transition in my life and keeping a schedule and keeping up with what needs to be done is so important. Here is a brief overview of some of the things I use regularly to make sure that I am prioritizing my time.. Tools: iCalenar Google Calendar Happy Planner Notebooks Focus Mode (iOS 15) Plantie- Stay Focused (App) Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL Ode To Black Love - Instagram: @odetoblacklove, @organic_leck, @organic_germs Show Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ode-to-black-love/id1554668538 Shobo’s Kitchen - Instagram: @shoboskitchen Eden Salt & Yoga Studio - Instagram: @edensaltstudio Cheesecake on Point - Instagram: @cheesecakeonpoint
I have such a hard time saying no, and being honest I have a tendency to people please… and that is the root of my issue. It’s something I’ve been dealing with since I was a child, but I most definitely want to give myself the opportunity to address and begin to grow from it. Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
It is officially Fall! The weather is changing, and hopefully we can use this as an opportunity to change our minds about some things. I know you weren't expecting for me to be back so soon, but when inspiration sticks, you gotta honor it right? I'll still be back next week! Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme Song: Throwback x MXXWLL
Welcome to A Taste of My Own Melanin. This is just the introduction, join me as I navigate this life with one dose of melanin at a time. Every two weeks we will get together and talk about, well... everything. Segments include: Flip The 'Script (listener letters and questions), Rhythm & Queues (music), and Shelf-Centered (Books). See you in 2 weeks! Follow us on Instagram: @tastemymelaninpodcast | Email us: tastemymelaninpodcast@gmail.com | Theme song: Throwback x MXXWLL