Ladies' Alcove

Hello, Ladies!! Today, I am sharing 8 green flags that I have experienced or have seen throughout the years. People usually talk about red flags but what about the good qualities to watch out for? I share only 8 but the list is not exhausted. So, what are some of yours? Please do share on IG or by email. IG: ladiesalcove Email: ⁠ladiesalcove@gmail.com⁠ Also, I have a prayer journal!!! It has an undated calendar, a promises section, and of course, a section to write your prayer requests. It is unique because you can date your requests and write promises from the word of God that can strengthen your prayers to God. I have used this template for years and I am excited to share it with you all as well. You can find it on Amazon here: ⁠www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW38596D

Hello, Ladies!! Today, I am sharing 8 red flags that I have experienced or have seen throughout the years. What are some of yours? Please do share on IG or by email. IG: ladiesalcove Email: ladiesalcove@gmail.com Also, I have a prayer journal!!! It has an undated calendar, a promises section, and of course, a section to write your prayer requests. It is unique because you can date your requests and write promises from the word of God that can strengthen your prayers to God. I have used this template for years and I am excited to share it with you all as well. You can find it on Amazon here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW38596D

Hello, Ladies!Good News!! I have a prayer journal coming soon!! But on to the episode.Today we are talking about the importance of asking for what we want and need in our intimate relationships and in relationships in general. We are having this discussion with Felecia Lee. Felecia Lee is a full-time homemaker and founder of the New Wives Club, a mentorship program for newly married women.She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education at Northern Caribbean University and her MA in Communication at Andrews University.Over the past 10 years, she has served in Christian radio and television, digital marketing, magazine editing, and youth ministry, and was an elementary school teacher and graduate instructor. She has also served as co-leader of ASI Young Professionals, a ministry of the North American DivisionIn the past, she has spoken around the world on the importance of digital evangelism, in places like India and Jamaica, and here in the United States. With her experience in digital evangelism, Felecia actively shares devotionals with her social media audience, helping persons to make their faith practical. She also has a YouTube channel and online program geared toward helping women combine the growth of their faith with the growth of their natural hair. In 2017, she produced the award-winning documentary 'My Faith & Fro'; a film about the journey of Black women embracing their Afro-textured hair through faith. She currently also serves as an adjunct professor of communication at Southern Adventist UniversityShe currently lives in New Hampshire with her husband Stephen.To view Felecia’s video mentioned: Marriage Tip for Newly WivesHer youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@felecialee/videosWebsite: faithandfro.comEmail: Feleciaparklee@gmail.comWant to speak to me, email me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com, or DM me on Instagram @ladiesalcove. Don’t forget to give us a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram.See you, ladies, next time.

Hello, Ladies! Today we are talking about ways to heal our relationships and understanding what stable misery is. This conversation will be expounded on by Dr. Lynyetta Willis. Dr. Willis is a psychologist and family empowerment coach for frustrated families. She helps them transform Stable Misery® cycles or unhelpful patterns that keep them stuck, so they can stop passing down toxic intergenerational patterns, strengthen relationships that matter most, and continue to grow as parents and partners To connect with her, go to Healingstablemisery.com Don’t forget to give us a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram @ladiesalcove Also, Prayer Journal coming soon!! See you, ladies, next time.

Hello, Ladies!! Happy New Year! In today's episode we have as our guest, my friend Marckendy Thermidor. He is working on his degree to become a pastor, and he loves the Lord. Today, we are talking about relationships. We are breaking down the mind of a man and sharing some warning signs as well. I hope that you find the information that is shared useful. If you liked it, dont forget to share it, and write a review. It really helps for other women to find us- in this little alcove. Also, follow us on Instagram. Enjoy this episode, and see you next time.

Hello, Ladies!! Mary Johnson, a passionate, mission trip addict, graduated from Pacific Union College in 2001 with a master's in Education. She is currently a high school Spanish teacher in California. She enjoys serving others and being active in her church when she is not teaching. Her favorite thing to do is to go on mission trips all over the world. That year of taking trips is what we will dive into today. We will see what provoked her desire to start taking mission trips, where she traveled, and the lessons she has learned along the way. I hope that today’s episode serves as hope and inspiration. Come along for this flight and enjoy. Ministries mentioned: https://maranatha.org/ https://www.qhministries.org/ https://buildandrestore.org/ Mary’s interviews on 3abn and Maranatha Volunteers International: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSqeerEy_zw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6Mdo0pljPE  You can email me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com

Hello, Ladies!! CNBC reported that "According to Indeed’s latest survey,... 58% of workers are willing to take a pay cut in order to completely change industries." Also, based on the Education Data Initiative, "92.8 million living Americans have had student loan debt at some point." This is what we will tackle today. I believe that the Lord is as interested in these details as he is about the smaller or bigger things that impact our lives. So, today I am going to share some tips on how to successfully choose a career and how to fund it. I hope that it is a blessing to you all, and see you, ladies, next time.  References:  https://educationdata.org/how-many-people-have-student-loans https://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/31/indeed-nearly-half-of-workers-have-made-a-dramatic-career-switch.html

Hello, Ladies!! Today we are discussing the education career. Mary Johnson is a High School Spanish Teacher, and she shares the ins and outs of teaching, how she relates to the students and parents, and how the meetings and conferences are scheduled and done. Ever wondered how teachers are paid during the summer? Mary also shares the answer to that question. I learned a lot during my conversation with Mary, and I hope that the insight that she shares encourages you to become an educator as well. If you have any questions or concerns, or if you’d just like to speak to me, reach me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com. Also, please share and write a review if you feel led. See you, ladies, on the next episode!

Hello, Ladies!! Today we are discussing the path it takes to be a Public Health Professional. Vicky Baudin is a public health professional working in the MSKCC’s Human Oncology Pathogenesis Program to support their translational research and education programs. She has had a long history in the field and in today’s episode, she shares some of her knowledge and passion!  She gives insight into what it takes to work in her specific specialty and provides advice to young women who are interested in the work that she does. Vicky is passionate about empowering the vulnerable in society with proper access to resources to attain better health outcomes, and this is what we will hear from her today. This episode is really impressive, and I hope that your takeaway is a blessing! If you have any questions, concerns, or if you’d just like to speak to me, reach me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com. Also, please share and write a review if you feel led. See you, ladies, on the next episode!

Hello, Ladies! Today we are discussing the path it takes to become a Visual Design Strategist. We uncover what that career path is all about, the route it takes to get there and also the specific journey our guest took to become one. As a bonus, our guest shares a unique perspective on how her career helps her to fulfill her purpose. Sasha-Shae Weekes is a creative at heart, who enjoys storytelling and bringing dreams into reality. As a Visual Design Strategist, she enjoys using strategic purpose-fueled solutions to pull together brands and websites for the creative business owner seeking a refined yet luxuriant design that illustrates their expertise and encapsulates who they are to their target audience. To reach Sasha Shae, visit: https://sashashae.com/links/ Or for booking her branding services https://freshmedleydesigns.com You can always reach me at Ladiesalcove@gmail.com

Hello, Ladies! Today we are discussing the path it takes to be a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Today, we are talking to Angel Johnson. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, residing in the state of California. Angel's loves are counseling, nature, and time with God. Angel spends her days guiding people to Christ and learning to play the piano. We are going to dive into what the career is, the route it takes to become one, the different specializations, and what her day is like on day to day basis. We will also dive into some personal stories. Please share with other ladies and write a review if you feel led to. If you’d like to send an email to chat or to share ideas for the podcast, you can email me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com See you, ladies, next week for the next career.

Hello, Ladies!!  Today, we are diving into Sandra’s personal struggles with malnutrition, bulimia, body image issues, PCOS, and how her hormones affected her weight. She also gets scientific with how some of these things affect our bodies in a molecular way. She discusses the two things that she had to get rid of to help her gain her health back, and I believe that you'll gain a wealth of knowledge from her story and experience.  She also shares her own testimony through a really tough relationship on her own podcast.  Check out her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-be-told/id1525271125  If you'd like to reach out to me, you can email me at ladiesalcove@gmail.com. Looking forward to talking to you. Enjoy the episode, Ladies, and see you next month for the virtual fair!

Hello, Ladies!   Today, I am tackling menstrual cramps. Studies show that “at least one in four women experiences distressing menstrual pain characterized by a need for medication and absenteeism from study or social activities” (Grandi et.al, 2012, p. 169). I was part of that number, and I am sharing what has tremendously helped me to overcome that crippling problem; along with some tips that may help you as well.   Feel free to reach me at: ladiesalcove@gmail.com   Resources:  Grandi, G., Ferrari, S., Xholli, A., Cannoletta, M., Palma, F., Volpe, A., Cagnacci, A., & Romani, C. (2012).  Prevalence of menstrual pain in young women: What is dysmenorrhea? Journal of Pain Research, 169. https://doi.org/10.2147/jpr.s30602 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2020, April 8).  Menstrual cramps. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved March 27, 2022, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menstrual-cramps/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20374944

Hello, Ladies!!   In this episode, we are going to hear about Tammy’s traumas that led to her abortion and how God led her to a place of healing. So ladies, how is your trauma being manifested in your daily life? How are your achievements or goals to be “better than” preventing you from seeing the overall picture of the state of your mental and or life situation? Take time to reflect upon that and grasp the hand of the Lord for strength.   To reach Tammy for Life Coaching and Grief Recovery, visit: https://www.stamena4life.com I want to apologize for the static in the audio, but I hope that it doesn’t bother much from the content of the message.  For any questions, comments, ideas for future podcasts, or if you want to talk, feel free to reach out to me through ladiesalcove@gmail.com.

Just wait to see what God has in store for you!! If you have a story that you'd like to share on the podcast, feel free to email at ladiesalcove@gmail.com. Share this episode and follow on IG. That would be greatly appreciated. God bless.