Empowering Real Talk

In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, Coach Kay Wds vibes with the author of "A New Level Mindset" and fellow Podcaster Jessaca Rowe. Some of the conversation includes the challenges of navigating relationships and expectations while pursuing personal and professional goals. They also emphasize the importance of building a supportive community and investing in oneself. Be sure you are subscribed to the Upgraded MindsetZ channel so you don't miss the necessary conversations. Jessaca Rowe is an energetic motivational speaker, author of “A New Level Mindset”, and Host of "Bags Of Wellness" Podcast, dedicated to empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. With over a decade of experience in personal development and wellness, Jessaca has inspired audiences around the world to embrace change, overcome obstacles, and create a life they love. Check out Jessaca socials and podcast details! IG: https://www.instagram.com/newlevelmindset_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newlevelmindset Bags of Wellness Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3N6KGTRRUXTFyF24mavQ1L?si=226992a35af54811 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:50 Struggles with Education and Job Search 06:11 Personal Growth and Transformation 09:26 Importance of Building a Supportive Community 13:41 Investing in Yourself and Balancing Priorities 22:35 Outsourcing and Delegating Tasks 25:53 Importance of Personal Wellness 29:01 Introduction to the Podcast 'Bags of Wellness' 32:04 Final Tip: Stay True to Yourself 33:27 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

In this episode, Kisha (@coachkaytransforms) discusses the distractions caused by social media, and the news, and why it's a detrimental hindrance to any form of productivity as a whole. She also provides some valuable tips and insights to encourage listeners to focus more on being productive instead of getting caught up in distractions. Are you someone who loves to have genuine conversations about life’s growth and evolution? Then schedule an inquiry about becoming a guest on the Empowering Real Talk Podcast. I am looking for speakers, coaches, therapists, or anyone ready to share motivational insight, value, and resources that could benefit our audience in aligning their actions with their true purpose. Schedule a quick inquiry using the link below: https://calendly.com/coachkaytransforms/podcastinquiries Learn more about Upgraded MindsetZ: https://linktr.ee/LifeCoachKayWds Chapter Breakdowns: 06:25 Questioning the News 09:47 Distraction by news and social media stories. 11:22 Struggling with the balance between business and social media. 16:37 Organizing and prioritizing 18:26 Limiting social media. Distractions, Social Media, Productivity, News, Notifications, Time Management, Personal Growth, Intentions, Accountability, Self-reflection

In this episode of The Journey of Balance, Self-Discovery, and Transformation on Empowering Real Talk, Coach Kay Wds interviews Professor Zahalea Anderson, a martial arts expert and founder of Raw Life Defense. They discuss Professor Anderson's journey into martial arts, the importance of self-care and inner alignment, and the power of partnerships. Professor Anderson gets into the devastating loss she has experienced while also exploring the concepts of strength, femininity, and embracing one's truth. Make sure you subscribe to the Upgraded MindsetZ Podcast channel so you won't miss any conversations about finding balance, discovering ourselves, and undergoing transformation to become the most empowering version of ourselves. Chapters: Discovering Martial Arts 04:32 The Importance of Self-Care 05:55 Embracing Inner Alignment 08:15 The Power of Partnerships 09:35 Moving Forward After Loss 11:01 Discipline and Freedom in Martial Arts 12:49 Embracing Duality and Feminine Power 15:33 Reclaiming Strength and Authenticity 19:24 Embracing Unapologetic Truth 22:43 Navigating the Future and Empowering Others 24:11 The Deep Work of Personal Empowerment 25:11 The Experience of Learning Martial Arts 27:37 Adapting to Change and Embracing Growth 29:34 Connecting with Professor Zahelia Anderson Connect and Follow Professor Anderson on IG! https://www.instagram.com/ra_life_defense/

In this episode, Kisha opens up about her personal rediscovery journey and the importance of prioritizing personal growth. Catch this short yet power-packed episode as she dives into: - The necessity of aligning personal and professional purpose - The negative impact of prioritizing others over oneself - The importance of mental health for personal and professional success. Sometimes, prioritizing your well-being may feel uncomfortable, but it's necessary. Coach Kay's message on Rediscovery and Reintroduction offers valuable guidance on how to focus on personal growth without alienating those around you. It's time to get clear about what you want. The Upgraded MindsetZ online store promotes inspiration, motivation, and positivity through clothing, housewares, self-help resources, and more. Visit www.upgradedmindsetz.shop and shop positive today.

In this eye-opening episode of Upgraded MindsetZ, Coach Kay sits down with weight loss enthusiast Shawn Hill to dissect the impacts of food choices on our health and happiness. Tune in as we take a deep dive into the options for healthier living and the empowerment of our communities through mindful nutrition. Shawn Hill is a weight loss enthusiast who shed 57 pounds in just 90 days. Check out his eBook: 36 Best Foods For Weight Loss - Inside, you'll discover not just what to eat, but nuanced details on preparation, purchasing, and weighing pros and cons. https://shawnehill.thinkific.com/courses/36-best-foods-for-weight-loss The Upgraded MindsetZ online store promotes inspiration, motivation, and positivity through clothing, housewares, self-help resources, and more. Visit www.upgradedmindsetz.shop today! Chapters: 04:42 - Weight struggles, empathy, victory, and failure acknowledgment. 07:45 - Avoid big food, switch to whole foods. 10:19 - What prompted your decision to change? 15:43 - Fasting helped shift control from food to self. 18:47 - Seeking advice for lifestyle change and health. 20:05 - Foundation: understanding food and its marketing tricks. 24:14 - Avoid vegetable oils, choose avocado or coconut. 27:01 - Challenging misconceptions, the importance of mental health awareness. 32:09 - Effort, knowledge, and action to unite the community. #podcast #mindset #mindfuleatingtips #breakingcycles #empoweringrealtalk

"When are we going to be the person that we want to be and say, I'm not accepting this anymore?You have to put your feelings first. Your priority is you." On this episode of Empowering Real Talk, Coach Kay gets real about the importance of taking action in your journey of self-discovery. We're diving into how to move past just talking about change and making it happen. Coach Kay covers: - Why it's essential to take the next step in your transformational journey. - The danger of only talking the talk without walking the walk in your personal growth. - The significance of self-discovery and putting your feelings and needs first. - The real deal about the discomfort that comes with transformation. - Where to find the resources and support you need on your journey to self-discovery and change. 03:54 Tips for self-discovery: write, then take action. 08:08 Embrace change and prioritize mental well-being. 10:34 Reluctance to embrace discomfort. 16:10 Life activation through self-discovery and digital resources. Stop saying, that's just how I am. You have the power to change that. And what you have to understand is the people that may be around you who have started that transformation for themselves. Baby, you cannot expect them to stay with you if you're not willing to make some shifts as well. Some shifts as well.

Are you seeking genuine support or just chasing popularity? This episode of Empowering Real Talk will challenge you to evaluate your intentions and the value you claim you want to bring to your communities. Sometimes, it's not just about receiving support, it's about giving it too. Remember, genuine connection and collaboration are key to growth. Step out of your comfort zone and seek to support others' missions just like you want them to support yours. #EmpowerEachOther Check out the bonus GEMS on why networking and collaboration are keys to expanding your reach for your personal OR professional brand. Section Breakdown 00:00 Questioning people's motives, seeking genuine support. 05:28 There is a need to provide value, not just engagement. 09:02 Support others doing what you want to do too. 11:26 How to expand your network and gain traction. 15:07 Quit expecting immediate results, and being dedicated. 19:43 Why collaborations are critical to thrive. 22:04 How can you stay intentional, collaborate, and enable actions to succeed? Visit www.upgradedmindsetz.shop and find Self Help Resources, Motivational Apparel, more inspiring products, and more!

In this dope episode of Empowering Real Talk, hear all about maintaining transparency and authenticity in various roles including personal growth, business ownership, and entrepreneurship in a world full of negative digital influence designed to HINDER you from thinking for yourself. Tune in as I discuss raw strategies for maintaining individuality in a world of conformity, and why it is so critical for the sake of our business and personal development journeys. Be sure you are subscribed so you don't miss another empowering episode because these conversations are necessary! Visit www.upgradedmindsetz.shop and check out positive, motivational merch of all kinds! #personal growth #entrepreneurship #social media #self-reflection #mindset #authenticity #individuality

You have talked about it enough, its time to take action and Im about to tell you the necessary steps for leaving unsupportive friends, family, and fake love behind. In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, I share the HEAT on: - Understanding the necessity of a plan for transformational shifts - Reviewing patterns that led to unsupportive relationships - Finding alternative means and creating new habits - Identifying and reaching out to supportive individuals - Being unapologetic about putting yourself first In order for us to grow individially and as a whole, these conversations are necessary. Sign up to get notified when new episodes air and share it with a friend! The Upgraded MindsetZ promotes inspiration, motivation, and positivity through clothing, housewares, self-help resources, and more. Check out our growing variety of products at: www.upgradedmindsetz.shop

Join us in an eye-opening discussion with intuitive healer and tarot reader LeWanda Blackshear on "Empowering Real Talk." Dive deep into the power of redefining our happiness, positive mindset, tackling triggers, and breaking away from societal conditioning in this transformative episode. Tune in as we discuss: - How to shift negative energy into positivity immediately, and why embracing a constructive morning routine supports mental resilience. - The significance of self-reflection and challenging one’s own triggers in overcoming stigmas and personal conditioning.- Lawanda Blackshear's journey from a religious upbringing to an intuitive healing path, and how family dynamics influence personal growth. - Why breaking from past hurts and aligning with your true desires can foster authenticity and happiness in life. - The role of external influences such as music, social stigmas, and systemic structures on the collective mindset of the black community. Ready to elevate your mentality? Don’t miss a beat (or a positive beatdown)! Make sure you like, subscribe to Empowering Real Talk, and share because trust me, this is one episode you and your friends don't want to gloss over. Don't forget to Vibe out with LeWanda on her YouTube  @Aroomoftherapy1111 

In this deeply moving yet humorous episode, we will navigate through the under-discussed waters of mental health, testing our faith, and personal growth, just to name a few. Kisha and her guest, Author, and Comediane Kyndra Crump delve into the raw and often unspoken realities a lot of people believe shouldn't be discussed openly. But these conversations are necessary when it comes to GROWTH, we can't be ashamed of our traumas. Kyndra shares her inspiring journey of family struggles, confronting her traumatic childhood, and how she is finding solace in comedy and writing. We got pretty deep in our discussion as she proceeded through her transformation and she's made a promise to herself that the journey is no longer about just survival, it's about thriving as well! Tune in as we get into the importance of self-discovery, embracing your true, unapologetic self, and daring to follow your dreams. Be inspired to find your path of self-discovery and dream-chasing with this powerful episode with a comedic twist. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more Empowering Real Talk! 🔥 Check out Kyndra Crump on her YouTube Channel  @kyndracrump  or IG @thekyndracrumpshow

If you are someone ready to build and grow holistically AND financially, then this episode is for you. Tune in as me and my guest, Lori Watson of Vitality Wealth Solutions LLC, talk about the thrills and spills serial entrepreneurship, the importance of understanding our purpose along the way, and activating generational wealth. Check out how similar our stories are as she shares her inspiring backstory about how she transitioned from a corporate job to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and the ups and downs that came along with it. Get ready to be motivated but also empowered to activate a financially stronger version of self and create the legacy you thought wasn't possible. Don't miss this empowering conversation - hit that subscribe button, and join the Empowering Real Talk journey, where the conversations are necessary... Lori Watson is the founder of Ek'sentrik Essentials LLC, retail items and handcrafted hair oils, beard oil, and immune boost teas. She is also the founder of Vitality Wealth Solutions LLC and provides comprehensive insurance solutions for healthcare, retirement and more. Follow Lori on  @LWVWS23  and on FB at https://www.facebook.com/LW.VWS We appreciate your feedback! Let us know what you thought of the episode.

In this captivating episode of Empowering Real Talk, we explore the transformative journey of confronting unresolved trauma. Tune in as we delve into the strength and courage it takes to address past wounds, and the empowering effect of taking action towards healing and personal growth. Psychotherapist Don St John, Ph.D, and Kisha also discuss the importance of forgiveness, dismantling societal expectations that others should accept our traumas, and much more aimed at HOLISTICALLY transforming for the better and successfully thriving. Dr. St John has been immersed in the psychological, somatic, relational, and spiritual worlds for more than FIFTY years and most definitely is bringing some WISDOM to this episode. As a psychotherapist, teacher, author, and Mestre, Dr. St Jon discusses his childhood traumas, the years of intense physical and verbal abuse, and how he made his transformational adjustments to become effective in empowering WISDOM which he has been teaching for over 50 YEARS! Be sure you are subscribed to Empowering Real Talk so you do not miss another episode of the conversations that are necessary for us to GROW. Learn more about Dr. St John and his 50-year transformative journey at: https://pathsofconnection.com/

Self Care is no longer a "Luxury, but a VITAL Necessity.....and it's time for people to start taking it more seriously. In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of prioritizing everyday self-maintenance and what can happen without it We discuss the importance, how it's no longer a luxury, but a necessity, and how to claim your power of being whole to be effective. Dominique Carson shares her inspirational journey of how she is amplifying her mission of helping others achieve their ultimate self-care with not only the power of her hands as a massage therapist but also using her words as a freelance journalist. We discuss key factors of holistic wellness and how intentionally instilling self-care practices as a routine can improve your life. Your journey to personal growth can start with one step, listening to this episode. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered and unapologetic conversations here at Empowering Real Talk. *Dominique M. Carson, LMP, MS is an award-winning licensed massage practitioner, 2x author, freelance journalist, and orator. She's been practicing as a massage therapist for over 4 years, and writing as a freelance journalist for over a decade. Learn more about Dominique's journey and passion at https://dominiquecarson.contently.com/

Its time to shake that VICTIM Mentality. In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, we talk about how lack of accountability is can hurting people's changes of growth. Kisha chats it up with Miracle Ogbonna about the importance of having a sense of responsibility and working towards achieving goals responsibly. We all have the power to make a difference in the world, and it starts with taking responsibility for our own actions and learning how to be accountable for our own actions. Tune in as we share actionable tips on how to break free from these patterns and take control of our lives. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering conversations! Follow Miracle on IG @nigeriancoco_ and learn more on her personal and transformational journey

In this very informative episode of Empowering Real Talk, Dr Sharon H Porter and I explore how expanding your network and fostering collaboration can lead to unexpected opportunities. We'll delve into what to look for in partnerships and share some great researching tips for entrepreneurs, among other empowering tips and resources. Tune in and learn how to adapt, grow, and succeed in your entrepreneurial journey. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Empowering Real Talk. **Dr Sharon H Porter is a lifelong public educator, author, publisher, and the visionary behind VISION & PURPOSE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE AND MEDIA. Dr. Sharon is President of SHP Enterprise, Inc which is the umbrella entity of Perfect Time SHP Publishing and SHP Media and Graphics. Vision & Purpose LifeStyle Magazine boasts 15 columns to assist the leader in any industry to maximize opportunities and expand their network. To learn more and/or subscribe, visit https://www.vandpmagazine.com/

In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, Coach Kay Wds and fellow podcaster/mental health advocate, Paula Sima Mulamula, discuss the importance of staying true to ourselves in a world filled with superficiality and non-leaders. This episode will empower you to understand WHY embracing your own authenticity will always be the KEY to unlock personal and entrepreneurial success. Paula Sima Mulamula is the creative force behind the Talk Shit With P Podcast,  @talkshitwithp and brings a global perspective to the table. Born in Tanzania and raised across three continents and five countries, she currently calls Atlanta, GA, home. A staunch advocate for mental health, Paula has personally grappled with the challenges of depression. In 2020, amidst the throes of monotony and the weight of her own struggles, the concept of Talk Shit With P emerged as a haven for candid conversations and a sanctuary for all voices to be heard. Find more on Paula here: https://www.flowcode.com/page/talkshitwithp *Graphic Content

In this powerful episode, tune in as I sit down with the inspiring Angela Thomas Smith, a true Queen who has overcome incredible adversity. Angela bravely shares her harrowing experiences as a domestic abuse survivor, her attempt at taking her own life among other traumatizing experiences. Amidst her struggles, Angela's journey to triumph is truly remarkable. Embracing her spiritual purpose, she has evolved into an advocate, activist, and leader, dedicated to breaking stigmas and fostering a spiritually safe space for others to heal and experience positive growth. Take a listen and experience an authentic, raw conversation that will ignite your inspiration and motivation. These are the conversations that are necessary. *Queen Angela Thomas Smith is a prolific author with an impressive portfolio of 69 books, planners, journals, and counting. As a life and self-publishing coach, she has inspired countless aspiring authors to bring their stories to life. She is also the visionary behind Aspiring Authors Magazine and Da Crew Podcast & Media Network, platforms that empower writers to showcase their talents. Learn more on Queen Angela, her work and her mission at: https://linktr.ee/queenofcollaborations

It's unfortunate that most of us have experienced some form of trauma in our lives. However its a Blessing that through it all, you find the power to pick yourself up and THRIVE. In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, we're honored have Leah Forney on the show! Leah has a powerful story of struggles and damaging trauma and has been blessed to turn that into a beacon of hope and success. From the depths of despair to becoming a 8x published author and a BAWSE entrepreneur, her story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Tune in as we dive deep in the discussion of trauma, the challenges we face, and how she has managed to rise above it all to create a successful entrepreneurial career. If you're an aspiring author, entrepreneur, or anyone facing a tough time, this episode is a must-listen! You'll walk away with valuable insights, inspiration, and the motivation to conquer your own challenges on a personal level and an entrepreneur. Don't forget to hit the like button if you find this video helpful and subscribe to the channel for more Empowering Real Talk. **Leah M. Forney is an 8X published author, Transformative Speaker, Your Visibility Activator & Media Domination Strategist, Podcast Host of Internationally Recognized & Syndicated "Hey Queen, Thrive" & Sexual Assault Thriver Advocate. She is the Founder of BAWSE Women Pitch where she coaches, trains, and mentors BAWSE women entrepreneurs on how to get media ready so they can become a highly profitable and sought-after expert. Learn more on Leah at: www.leahmforney.com #EmpoweringRealTalk #Author #Entrepreneur #BAWSE #Inspiration #Motivation #Growth

If you know like I know, then you know the true purpose of entrepreneurship is about more than just about making money. It's about creating value, solving problems, and making a difference, in simple terms. In this episode, I'm not just talking about starting a business, but the real, raw journey that comes with it! I'm also diving into and tackling the sense of entitlement that can sometimes cloud a business owner's judgment, and what you should do to keep it in check. If you are an entrepreneur on any level, then tune in to this episode as I talk in detail about the REAL startup process - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. This ain't your typical sugar-coated advice, but the truth that every aspiring entrepreneur needs to hear. These conversations are Necessary... Kisha Woods is a Mindset Motivating Business Coach for Entrepreneurial Spirited Queens and has been empowering minds and elevating lives since 2020. Her Amazon Best-Selling book, "From Havoc To Healing: 30 Days of Reconditioning," serves as a beacon of inspiration for those grappling with self-confidence and are prepared to shatter the outdated pattern of prioritizing everyone but themselves. Shop her online store or support her ongoing mission at www.upgradedmindsetz.shop