Woman Evolve with Sarah Jakes Roberts

W.E. dunno who needs to hear this but…live your ugly truth in a BEAUTIFUL way! Our co-host Alexis Skyy is doing just THAT by stepping away from the social media reputation & into her authentic self. Keepin' it a buck with the Delegation, she shares of falling prey to human trafficking, toxic relationships, & depression. SJR says that your story shouldn’t begin where the pain invaded your soul & whew chile, wait a minute! In connecting with God & healing from trauma, our good Sis is evolving into a position of power! Press PLAY to hear Alexis’ message to young girls, followed by relationship advice. Then, claim your sponsorship offers at Noom.com/Evolve + ShipStation.com use code EVOLVE + Skillshare.com/Evolve. Tell ‘em W.E. sent you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, LeAnne Dlamini has been on a mission to connect with women from around the world. What started off as a campaign called "End Girl Hate" (EGH), grew into a way of thinking, connecting, and encouraging women and girls to rise above the boundaries we often create amongst ourselves. Tune in as SJR and LeAnne explore how consistency breeds discipline, why team expansion is vital, and what to do during moments of discouragement. Sponsor alert—Sis, take control of your health by taking your annual wellness exams. The quality of care you deserve is just a click away! Go to Zocdoc.com/WomanEvolve and find a top-rated doctor today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, SJR is choppin’ it up with Blessin Giraldo, founder of an award-winning step team, actress, & model. Supported by a tribe of women to help reach her full potential, Blessin spills the tea on how to achieve success despite your background. The two discussed powerful lessons of their past, how W.E. get it from our mammas, & passing on generational blessings! Our girl SJR says to R E F U S E the belief that you can't hang in the places where you're called & Sis, W.E. felt that for somebody! Learn more about the dance documentary at SearchLightPictures.com/StepMovie. Then, hit up our sponsors at Novo.co/Evolve for small business banking + Audible.com/whattodo for a personal development podcast that'll REVOLUTIONIZE your life + BetterHelp.com/Evolve where W.E. encourage mental health checkups + Skillshare.com/Evolve to learn something NEW errryday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You get a Hail Mary! You get a Hail Mary! EVERYBODY gets a Hail Mary! Delegation, join us as W.E. salute everyday women—especially the millions holdin’ it down from the frontlines of this pandemic. This week SJR connects with essential worker Sylvia Lloyd, LMSW who shared her journey & commitment to the helping profession. It would be the words she seldom heard as a child yet laid hold of in adulthood that empowered Sylvia to fulfill her destiny! Together they remind listeners that life is in the power of our tongue. And since closed mouths don’t get fed Sis, W.E. gone need you to open your mouth! Treat yo’self to wow-worthy recipes from HelloFresh.com/WomanEvolve16 + Stack those coins with Truebill.com/WomanEvolve + Woosah your way to Headspace.com/WomanEvolve for mindfulness made simple!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chiiillleee, this episode is “for church girls who’ve considered tithing to the beauty supply store when Sunday morning isn't enough.” That’s right, Saints—W.E. see your side-eyes & raise you a neck roll…’cause IYKYK! Theologian, essayist, public educator, and author Candice Benbow is co-hosting with SJR & is highkey a force to be reckoned with! She tells of harnessing her power even after internalizing church hurt, losing her mother, and experiencing sexual trauma. Sis, let this be a reminder that God gone step for His! Learn more about the work that Candice is doing at CandiceBenbow.com. Plus, cop her NEW book, Red Lip Theology, that centers Black women of faith! As a loyal listener you can get 10% OFF your first month at BetterHelp.com/Evolve + start your FREE 30-day trial from Audible.com/wellbeing + try CatalinaCrunch.com/Evolve with 15% OFF your first order, plus FREE shipping. Tell them W.E. sent you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Women’s History Month to our homegirls! Yaaasss, W.E. finna jigg to 'I'm Every Woman' ALL March long! But hollup…who y’all got—Chaka, Whitney, or boffum? Here to help us take our power back is actress, tv host, youtuber, & podcaster Khadeen Ellis! Sis is kickin’ it with SJR as an authentic representation of what it looks like to be purposeful as a wife, mother, and career woman. TUNE IN & find out how Khadeen is shaping HERstory! Followed by advice on the heart work required to respect boundaries. Sis, support our partners at Noom.com/Evolve + Skillshare.com/Evolve + ShipStation.com, code EVOLVE + Zocdoc.com/WomanEvolve. Then sign-up at WomanEvolve.com/connect to have weekly devotionals greet your inbox!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

W.E. know the brothas ain't tryna toot their own horn, but...their perspective has been what the girls NEEDED! This week in the driver's seat is author, education advocate, and pastor, Michael Phillips—better known as Dr. Anita's husbae! He pulled up on SJR, explaining how to partner and have dominion, where we anchor our pain, & why men emotional tanks be on E. Life's tension & trauma would land Pastor Michael in the wrong lane. But after avoiding a near collision, he went 0 to 100 real quick—in the direction of his faith & family! Make a right turn today when you swing by MichaelPhillipsBook.com + Get 10% OFF your first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/Evolve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the Delegation feelin' these co-ed vibes, let's dive into a convo with worship leader & pastor, Roosevelt Stewart! Straight off the bat, he curbs toxic masculinity & leans boldly into transparency. Our girl SJR posed the question—what can women do to cultivate a safe space that unlocks a man’s heart? That’s right Sis, W.E. got dem keys, keys, keys! And for the future feyoncés who wanna know…if he like it will he REALLY put a ring on it? Word is...the trophy is free, but the treasure is dug separately! SJR & Pastor Ro are droppin' gems on how to qualify as a treasure hunter, remove land mines, & survive the rubble. This episode is giving X marks the spot! 'Cause he that findeth a wife, findeth a loosened lace front! Stick around for some wild woman advice. Hit up podcast@womanevolve.com to fill our co-hosting needs. Then, claim your listener perks at HelloFresh.com/WomanEvolve16 + Truebill.com/WomanEvolve!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chiiillleee, ISSA special edition podcast series featuring the fellas! The first to pull up a chair & cop a seat at the table is national best-selling author, motivational speaker, financial expert, and podcast host Anthony O’Neal! This week W.E. talkin’ preconceived roles for women (tuh), the depth of a power couple, Black men’s mental health, & so much MORE! Bruh, will you support what God has created her to do? And Sis, can you be entrusted with his vulnerability? Delegation, grab a few good Josephs. Then press PLAY as SJR & Anthony revolutionize the dating game! Connect with the homie at anthonyoneal.com + Follow his socials @anthonyoneal—easy on the DMs miss ma’am! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp & Audible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bestie SJR, co-host Iceis Elliott, & our homegirl Eve were rollin’ deep on the podcast! But why they started reminiscing on their ratchet days? That was until God said, "act up, you can get snatched up”. This episode talks about motherhood, blended families, and co-parenting revelations. Iceis shares her dream for the future, which proves to be full of purpose! Imagine being pregnant with the possibility of God’s future. If that's your word Sis, W.E. declare that every barren season is giving birth right now! Sponsors alert—Cheat meal turning into a cheat week? Launching that online business? Wanna explore mental health classes? Say less, by doing the MOST at Noom.com/Evolve + ShipStation.com + Skillshare.com/Evolve. Tell them W.E. sent you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the FIRST to ever do it as a college graduate & business owner in her fam, Christina Edwards proves that the revolution will be publicized! TUNE IN as she shares her growth journey & aspires to take you to the next level! From throwing hands to laying hands, when was the last time you decided to back down from a fight? Aht, Aht! Don't be feelin' froggy, Eve, 'cause SJR & Christina explain why every fight is not assigned to your God-given identity. Followed by a few good ways to create accountability & set boundaries with family—W.E. already knowin'...they be tryin' it! Sis, stream WomanEvolve.tv for EXCLUSIVE content + mind your mental health at BetterHelp.com/Evolve + visit Truebill.com/WomanEvolve for access to an all-in-one finance app + build creative confidence with Skillshare.com/Evolve!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Audacity is at an all-time high & the Saints are here for it! Guest co-host, Mya Douglas, is believing God for her kingdom husband, Youth Anthem Conference 2022, & NEW romance novel! Plus, find out what the bestie SJR is doing this year to target the lingering impacts of trauma. Sis, the idea that your healing is connected to another woman's breakthrough may feel completely out of bounds. But lean in & learn how to pivot! Mya coached listeners toward being obedient to God and becoming disconnected from the outcome. Issa wig-splittin’ moment for the girls! Email podcast@womanevolve.com to be featured as a guest co-host or to ask ya girl SJR for advice! Then score some freebies at HelloFresh.com/WomanEvolve16 + Headspace.com/WomanEvolve + Skillshare.com/Evolve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

W.E. hope our listeners are enjoying this summer podcast series as much as W.E are! This week, we're throwing it back to that one time Power Player, Nona Jones met up with SJR in the DMV area to discuss the power it takes to step into our purpose. They say you gotta pay the cost to be the boss, but is vulnerability the price you're willing to pay? Press PLAY and big step your way to surrender, Sis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's be very forreal...Imposter Syndrome and Superwoman Syndrome gotta go! Next up on our summer podcast series, featuring The Power Moves Tour—SJR and Power Player, Dr. Anita Phillips joined forces in Los Angeles to unpack the power to own our truth! In this episode full of wisdom and wit, Dr. Anita encourages listeners to let themselves off the hook sometimes and to boldly embrace the work of their trauma!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get a front-row seat on the New York stop of SJR's Power Moves Tour, where she chopped it up with Power Player, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton! After releasing her former desires and seeking after God's own heart, Adrienne shares how she accessed the power to start over, reinventing her self-image and family life. Yaaasss Father God, W.E. love to see it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the month of July, W.E. are kickin’ off a summer podcast series featuring SJR’s Power Moves Tour. Our first stop is ATL with Power Player, Crystal Renee Hayslett! With a non-linear career path in politics, fashion, and entertainment, she explains how a return to God not only expanded her mind but empowered her to try something new. Come on, prodigal daughter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No cap, but it goes down in the DM! Just ask Dr. Kimmy Reynolds who hit SJR up after catching her on an IG Live and walking away deeply inspired. The question is: What caused Dr. Kimmy to finally flip the switch and make a decision to move in power? Let’s just say it had EVERYTHING to do with bringing God glory, and standing on Kingdom business baby! Listen in as Dr. Kimmy opens up about finding her late mother’s hopes and dreams tucked away in an unpublished book. It’s a full circle moment here to remind us that power is forever flowing, but W.E. gotta surrender in vulnerability long enough to turn it on.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say W.E. overcome by our testimony, but let's be VERY forreal...It's tough to share stories we're still in the process of healing from. Just ask today's guest, Irene Rollins, a pastor, recovery activist, author, speaker, marriage educator, and certified emotional intelligence coach. She explains to SJR why, like many others, she preferred to keep her story hidden. But it would be Irene's husband who knew that exposing the truth would wake up something inside of her, and sure enough it did! You do know there's power in your testimony, right? And that another woman's breakthrough is connected to you opening up your mouth? Recognizing our collective need to confront unprocessed trauma, this episode explores the transition from alcohol addiction to recovery. Irene mentioned that not receiving God's grace would cheapen His work on the cross & W.E. felt that for somebody! Learn more about how she models accountability in her book called, "Reframe Your Shame".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If anybody's got the inside scoop on how to maintain faith in seasons of transition, it's our good sis Priscilla Shirer! As an Evangelist, Bible Teacher, and Christian Media Personality with over 25 years in ministry, she knows without a shadow of a doubt that character development surrenders in the face of change. Through firsthand experience of enduring the grief and loss of her mom, Priscilla answers the sought after question: Can faith and frustration coexist? SJR grabbed the mic to let listeners know that Jesus didn't want this plot twist of a life for us either. But at the end of the day, W.E. gotta be about our Father's business. If you're ready to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Christ, then this is the episode for you. Be on the lookout for Priscilla's upcoming film, "The Forge" hitting theaters this August!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say just because you graduated, don’t burn down the school house—and today W.E. find out why! As one of the world’s most revered communicators, successful entrepreneurs, multi–New York Times best-selling authors and global leaders, Bishop T.D. Jakes details his journey as a CEO and Chairman. In this episode with SJR, Bishop Jakes elaborates on how he transitioned his day-to-day focus to other ventures while maintaining a stance at the intersection of mission, ministry and marketplace. It goes without saying that power moves from one idea to the next, so let's get into this message of expansion, succession, ownership, legacy and MORE! If you're on the entrepreneurial path, seeking a harvest then head over to the GoodSoilForum.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.