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Author: Amanda L. Paul, Licensed Therapist

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The Audacious Black Girl podcast is your spot for empowering conversations around mental health, healing, self-care, personal development, and more for visionary black women with your host by Amanda L. Paul, a psychotherapist.  We get vulnerable and real here because that inner work can be a little messy, but, in the wise words of Ms. Lauren Hill, "how you gon' win if you ain't right within?"  Amanda is your guide and mentor on your journey, helping you get right within so you can show up and out in the world.

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In this episode, my guest Bianca Hannon (Social Worker and Digital Content Creator) and I talk about the power of using your voice and finding the confidence to be authentic in a world that can make you feel like you're not enough. Bianca discusses how she found her voice after being mute until the age of six and having a speech impediment. Her journey highlights the power of self-acceptance, the importance of finding your voice, and embracing how you show up in the world to make an impact. F...
We know how vital our wellness is as Black Women. So many options are available to be well, and finding what works best for you requires curiosity and audacity. In this episode, Rikki McCoy, a holistic therapist, discusses wellness for Black Women and the importance of self-care. We talk about holistic and spiritual practices, choosing retreats that have your care in mind, and the healing that can come from having a Black therapist.Get in touch with Rikki!www.therapywithrikki.comwww.flourishi...
It's Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, I unpack a recent study that discussed how depression shows up for Black women. This topic hits close to home because I went through a depressive episode years ago, and my symptoms didn't align with what I thought depression was. Somehow, I got through it, but my goal is to help provide Black women the awareness they need to understand that their experiences are valid. You deserve care and to be healthy! I also give you three tips to ...
Yall!!!! This is the one! This episode is for all audacious entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone aspiring to be. Lauren Strayhorn, Founder and CEO of Notedd, a digital media company for women of color, gets really real about what goes on behind the scenes of entrepreneurship. There's freedom and beauty in building a business that centers your passion andddddd it isn't all glittering gold. Both things can exist at the same time! We unpack how entrepreneurship requires you to center your...
In this episode, I chat with Jamilah Pitts, Social Entrepreneur and Educator, about the importance of Black wellness and how it intersects with social justice. Jamilah's work focuses on wellness for Black women and other women of the global majority. She believes when we are well, we change the trajectory of our legacies. Her own story of radical rest led to her truly standing in her purpose and finding the audacity to live a life dedicated to wellness. We go beyond self-care and explain why ...
What happens when you can't forgive someone who's done the unforgivable? The reality is, you don't have to! In this episode, I talk about how you can move forward when forgiveness isn't something you can or want to give. In this episode:How performative forgiveness isn't authentic Why your forgiveness is a jewelHealing first, forgiveness is optionalFour ways to move forward when you can't/don't want to forgiveJournal/meditation questions from the episode:Am I healed eno...
Join personal development and self-care coach Alisha Small and me as we explore what it means to evolve and define your womanhood through each season in life. We talk about redefining your identity, the importance of boundaries to tap into your feminity, and how to evolve while being a mother/partnered. You are not a finished product; no one is! Breaking out of the preset mold can be challenging in a world that pressures women to stick to specific roles and ways of being. This episode w...
Welcome to the Therapy Note Series! Each episode is based on topics I'm exploring in my therapy practice that I think you could benefit from hearing. I'm taking therapy off the couch for Black women! This series offers tiny perspective shifts and tips to help you live better. This episode is for all my busy, busy women who are stressed as hell and unable to find time for self-care. I got you with this episode! I give you the #1 reason I hear my clients say why they don't practice self-care an...
Finding your purpose takes patience and going through some ish! This is why self-care and healing are critical to finding your purpose. Join my special guest, Alicia Christine (Healing Coach and Lifestyle Wellness Advocate), in this nurturing conversation about the healing journey. It took Alicia experiencing an illness that catapulted her into deep self-care and healing, which inspired her to operate in her purpose. We dive into spirituality, religion, and why you can’t heal if you don’...
You're a goal-digging, trauma-breaking, and generational wealth-building black girl. If you're feeling stuck and need clarity on your purpose, It's time to get in receive mode. The clarity and direction you desire will come when you pause and take a break from doing ALL the things. I get it, and I'm with you. In this episode, I offer insight into how resting is needed to activate receive mode, why it's difficult for black women, and tips on getting into receive mode. I also create...
Season 4 officially launches on January 24th, but here's a teaser trailer of what's to come! I also chat about my resting girl season and how much growth happens when you pause. I can't wait for you to hear the dope convos from my guests this season and topics around mental wellness, self-love/care, and empowerment for black women! Download the Undoing Journal to help you start your undoing practice. Get it here: The Undoing JournalFollow the Audacious Black Girl on Instagram @ audaciou...
Ya'll burnout is sneaky as eff and creeps up on you when you least expect it! When you're a multi-passionate creator or entrepreneur doing things you enjoy, you can still have burnout! That's what I've been dealing with and I was in such denial! How can you have burnout when you're practicing self-care often and passionate about what you're doing? I get into the deets in this episode and tell you what you can do to not only recover but have practices in place to prevent it from creeping...
Your focus is precious as hell and you need to protect it in order to get sh*t done! In this episode, you'll learn why you need to protect your focus like a bouncer at a club and learn how to shift your mindset so you can start centering your needs and desires. I know you got goals but life and all your responsibilities seem to take center stage. I'm here to tell you that centering yourself in all that you have going on is absolutely possible! In this episode, I'll show you how to shift...
You're doing entirely too much and it's time to stop! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, frustrated, and just have the desire to reevaluate all you have going on then you’ll get so much from this episode. I'm with you on feeling like this and I hit my rock bottom a few months ago which led to creating a tool to stop all the doing and undo! Pssst...look below to see what I created and sharing with you for FREE!In this Episode:How the ego can have you doing the most!Opportunities v...
The Holiday season is here ya'll! In this bonus episode, I chat about the top 5 stressors experienced during this season and offer you tips on addressing them! Pssst...listen to this episode before the season really starts so you're prepared and have the tools you need to have a happy Holiday Season!In this Episode:Dealing with Intrusive Questions and Awkward ConvosManaging All the InvitesHoliday PerfectionismLeveraging your Creativity to Curve Holiday SpendingHoliday Intention SettingInstaca...
We are all divinely curated and made to create! Everything you do, think, speak and feel sets energy into motion to create from what you are putting out. This is deep stuff and spiritual to the core and ya'll know how much I love all the woo woo! My guest Anastasia Jones is a Speaker, Writer, and Limiting Belief Gladiator who helps women overcome their fears, awaken to their power and create unapologetically! This conversation is full of gems meant for you to reignite your fire to...
Aight, let me explain...motherhood changes a woman! There is a whole spectrum of experiences moms may experience and I'm here to tell you there is room for all of it! The ups the downs and everything in between. In this episode, I help you identify your tether or connection to your experience of motherhood and provide you tips for changing it (be it guilt, lack of self-worth, etc) into something that transforms you and instead of holds you back. I also provide my personal experience of mother...
Cheers to Season 3!! Feels so good to be back! If you're feeling stagnant in life want to start creating the life you want to live, then this episode is for you! We'll talk about reconciling with your story, owning it, and how to incorporate micro-practices to help you create the life you want to live.Head to the link in my below to subscribe to my new YouTube channel to watch the episode! Sign up for my email list too!Have a question about black girl healing, mindset, empowerment or anything...
I am so excited to be back for Season 3 of the Audacious Black Girl Podcast! In this trailer, I talk about changes for this season and what you can expect. What won't change is the sharing of inspiring stories from Audacious black women and those actionable tools and skills to help you with mindset, healing, empowerment, and audacity. Season 3 airs on Wednesday, September 29th!Have a question about black girl healing, mindset, empowerment or anything you just want some advice on? Email me HER...
This is the second to last episode of Season 2! This episode is all about black girl healing, liberation and empowerment. I discuss what healing is and why these three things are aligned. Speaking to so many amazing black women with the podcast and connecting with many more on and offline has presented a common tenet. Our healing is active and must be intentional. Our liberation comes from that healing which all leads to empowerment and audacity. In this episode I also give more details of be...
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