If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with purpose without losing yourself, Mary Sheffield has the answers.   In this trip, Walking Up the Mountain of Leadership, Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield opens up about what it really takes to climb with faith, authenticity, and grace as your compass. From preaching her first sermon at 14 to making history as Detroit’s youngest City Council member and now running to become the city’s first woman mayor. Mary shares the lessons, losses, and leaps that shaped her climb.   In This Trip: ✨ How faith shaped her path from teenage preacher to public leader. 💔 The leadership lessons learned through loss, legacy, and obedience. ⚖️ The balance between power and purpose learning to lead without losing herself. 💖 What it means to give yourself grace while carrying the weight of a city and a calling 🏙️ Why she believes Detroit’s best days are ahead and how she’s preparing to lead the city forward.   This conversation is a soul-centered masterclass in leadership, healing, and becoming who God called you to be. Whether you’re leading a team, a family, or your own life, Mary’s story will remind you that every climb is sacred and every step brings you closer to the version of yourself you were destined to become.   Mary Sheffield's Contact Information: Instagram: / @marysheffield website: www.marysheffield.com   🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐬𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩! ✈️ https://www.youtube.com/@AJourneyWorthTraveling/?sub_confirmation=1   🔗 Stay Connected With Us. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ajourneyworthtraveling/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajourneyworthtraveling  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajourneyworthtraveling   Please visit our website for more information: https://ajourneyworthtraveling.com/

What if you could engineer your dream life one built on innovation, service, and lasting impact? In this trip, Forging in the New Land of Innovation, Michigan’s Garlin Gilchrist II shares how he engineered a dream life from his start in engineering to becoming the state’s first Black lieutenant governor.From building computers at 16 to leading statewide transformation, Garlin reveals the principles and strategies that can help anyone turn vision into results.   Through his lens as an engineer, public servant, and father, he breaks down how to identify the right problems to solve, rally people around your vision, and create systems that work for everyone. Along the way, you’ll hear how his own roadmap for innovation has closed the tech gap, cleared over a million criminal records, expanded affordable housing, and built programs that keep talent and opportunity rooted in Michigan.   Trip Highlights: 💡 Innovation That Includes Everyone – Why “new, different, better” ideas must create value for more people 💻 From Tech to Public Service – Applying engineering problem-solving to rebuild systems and communities ⚖️ Systems That Change Lives – From clearing over a million offenses, to building 60,000 homes and expanding mental health care for all, Garlin shows what innovation looks like in action   🚀 The Michigan Blueprint – Creating a future where no one has to leave to succeed If you’ve ever been frustrated by slow progress or systems that leave people out, this conversation delivers a proven roadmap for innovation showing you how to go from idea to action, and from action to lasting change. ----------------------------- Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist's Contact Information: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garlinii/ Website: https://garlingilchrist.com/ ------------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling ------------------------------- Trip Itinerary/Chapters: 0:00 - 3:46 | Intro: Meet Michigan's Lieutenant Governor, Garlin Gilchrist 3:47 - 6:26 | The Core of Identity: Husband, Father, Engineer 6:27 - 10:23 | The First Experience with Innovation 10:24 - 12:49 | Lessons in Building & Giving Back 12:50 - 14:19 | Technology & Imagination 14:20 - 18:39 | From Basketball to Leadership 18:40 - 21:39 | The Engineer's Mindset 21:40 - 23:22 | Solving the Housing Crisis 23:23 - 27:35 | A Bold Move to Microsoft 27:36 - 34:03 | The Power of Coming Home 34:04 - 40:18 | Making the "Impossible" Possible 40:19 - 46:10 | Staying Grounded in a Public Role 46:11 - 55:31 | The Seeds of Public Service 55:32 - 58:00 | Confirmation: The Full-Circle Moments 58:01 - 1:06:17 | The Cost of Innovation: Personal Sacrifices & The Michigan Innovation Fund 1:06:18 - 1:23:54 | The Future of Michigan

How Love Set This Top Defense Attorney Free After Tragedy. What if love could rewire your response to pain, reshape your legacy, and refuel your purpose? In this electric trip, Marching in the Streets of Love, top defense attorney Todd Perkins opens up about the moments that reshaped him not just as a lawyer, but as a father, a man of faith, and a public servant. From devastating loss to deep healing, Todd shares how choosing love became his most powerful form of resistance and transformation. Raised in Detroit and now running for mayor, Todd’s journey is one of powerful leadership rooted in emotional honesty, vulnerability, and vision. Whether navigating fatherhood, defending the overlooked, or answering the call to serve his city, Todd shows that embracing compassion doesn’t weaken strength it sharpens it. Trip Highlights: 💔 Love as a Guide – Reclaiming power through compassion and emotional honesty 👟 Fatherhood, Faith & Forward Motion – How Todd’s journey of loss inspired deeper purpose 👨🏽‍💼 Redefining Leadership – What it really means to lead with both toughness and tenderness 👨🏽‍⚖️ A Defender of the Overlooked – Fighting for justice for the unseen and unheard 🏛️ From the Courtroom to the Community – Why his campaign for mayor is a march of love If you've ever questioned how to keep going after being brought to your knees, Todd’s story is proof: healing is possible, and leadership can be deeply human. This episode is more than a conversation, it’s a reminder that the most powerful march you’ll ever take is the one back to yourself. 💛   ----------------------------- Todd Perkin's Contact Information: Instagram: / @toddrussellperkins_ Website: https://perkinsforthepeople.com/ ------------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling   Trip Itinerary/Chapters: 0:00 - 1:52 | Intro: The Hard Truth About Love's Journey 1:53 - 3:48 | Meet Todd Perkins: Champion for Justice & Love in Detroit 3:49 - 4:46 | Todd's Formative Years & the True Meaning of Love 4:47 - 11:18 | Love's Early Lessons 11:19 - 13:44 | The Responsibility of Marriage & Unconditional Giving 13:45 - 18:47 | Losing a Wife: Cherishing Michelle & Navigating Grief with Kids 18:48 - 20:17 | Finding New Love & the Power of a Supportive Partner 20:18 - 24:51 | Loving Wholeheartedly: Overcoming Fear & Seeing Humanity 24:52 - 28:17 | How Detroit Shaped Todd's Relationship with Love & Identity 28:18 - 31:24 | Giving Back: Fulfilling a Father's Dream Through Law 31:25 - 37:44 | The Art of Service & The Regret of Unspent Time 37:45 - 46:38 | Bringing Humanity to Justice: Love in the Courtroom 46:39 - 48:17 | Don't Take Love for Granted: Cherish Every Moment 48:18 - 52:16 | Mental Wellness for a Leader: Prayer & Self-Care 52:17 – 1:00:05 | The Stigma of Seeking Help & The Power of Professional Support 1:00:06 - 1:03:15 | Practicing Love Daily: The Investment & Its Return 1:03:16 - 1:10:01 | Why Detroiters Should Receive Todd Perkins' Love & Vision 1:10:02 - 1:12:41 | Why Todd Perkins' Journey is Worth Traveling: Love Cures All 1:12:42 - 1:14:01 | Leaving a Legacy: Pouring into Others & Final Reflections

Detroit Raised Her. Resilience Saved Her. Saunteel Jenkins’ Journey is not just a story; it’s a blueprint for rising through the unimaginable. The kind of journey that survives loss, heartbreak, cancer and still chooses love. Running the Race of Resilience isn’t your typical survival story. It’s a powerful transformation of pain into purpose, and tragedy into legacy.   Our guest tour guide, Saunteel Jenkins, is a former social worker, former President of Detroit City Council, and current CEO of THAW (The Heat and Warmth Fund)—now running to become mayor of Detroit. From losing her brother to gun violence to surviving domestic abuse and breast cancer, Saunteel opens up about the moments that could have broken her and the mindset that helped her rise.   Detroit raised her, but resilience saved her. Saunteel Jenkins’ journey is a masterclass in rising with grace, loving through grief, and leading from the heart. It’s about staying when you could’ve walked away, and choosing hope when life gave every reason not to.   In this episode, we unpack: 💔 Turning Pain into Power – How Saunteel transformed personal tragedy into public purpose 🌅 What Real Resilience Looks Like – The quiet strength that keeps showing up 🛑 From Survival to Healing – Escaping abuse and reclaiming self-worth 💗 Support & Surrender – Why asking for help is strength 🕊️ Living Fully, Loving Fiercely – How near-loss redefined what matters most   If you’ve ever felt like life hit you too hard to keep going, this episode will remind you of the fire still in you. If you’ve questioned your strength, your worth, or your path, Saunteel’s story is a living testimony: you can survive. You can heal. And you can rise. This isn’t just an episode. It’s a homecoming to your own resilience. 🏁✨   And don't forget to: ✅ Like the video ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: @ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: @ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: @ajourneyworthtraveling   Saunteel Jenkin's Contact Information: Instagram: @saunteel Website: www.saunteeljenkins.com   0:00 - 2:05 | Intro 2:06 - 3:23 | Meet Saunteel Jenkins 3:23 – 6:30 | Saunteel's Roots & Her Definition of Resilience 6:31 - 8:55 | Childhood in Detroit & Early Lessons in Self-Doubt 8:56 - 13:35 | Adulting Challenges & Navigating Adversity Alone 13:36 - 17:28 | The Tragic Loss of Her Brother & Processing Grief 17:29 - 19:48 | Mother's Grace, Purpose from Pain & Investing in What Matters 19:49 - 22:33 | Doubling Down on Detroit: Fighting for Her City's Future 22:34 - 25:00 | Strength in Vulnerability & Kindness in Adversity 25:01 - 31:02 | Cancer Diagnosis: Shock, Coping & Leaning on Support 31:03 - 33:18 | Turning Pain into Purpose: The Ripple Effect 33:19 - 36:00 | Self-Talk in Dark Moments: "My Mother Can't Bury Another Child" 36:01 - 37:54 | "Why Not Me?": Finding Gratitude in Adversity 37:55 - 40:11 | What Hinders Resilience & the Power of Unconditional Love 40:12 - 43:55 | Surviving Domestic Violence & Sharing the Story 43:56 - 47:40 | Your Past Doesn't Define Your Future & The Power of "Keep Going" 47:41 - 51:42 | Mental Wellness & The Practice of Self-Care 51:43 - 54:58 | Cancer as a Second Chance: Why Serve as Mayor? 54:59 - 58:18 | The Vision for a Resilient Detroit: Dreams for Its People 58:19 - 1:00:03 | Why Saunteel Jenkins' Journey is Worth Traveling & Final Thoughts  

Lance Woods on How to Deal with Heartbreak and the Keys to Healing. In this powerful continuation, Cultivating in the Garden of Service: Part 2, we journey even deeper into the soul of service. Lance Woods returns to share raw, honest reflections on loss, love, and the deeper meaning of service. From heartbreak to healing, he reveals how purpose, vulnerability, and community can carry us through life’s hardest seasons. We witness what happens when a servant’s heart breaks and still chooses to give. From personal loss to emotional breakthroughs, Lance shares the real cost of purpose, the beauty of emotional maturity, and how love both lost and found shaped his path forward. This episode holds space for real-life healing. It’s filled with sacred moments, honest confessions, and a deep reminder that sometimes the most important work is the work within.   And don't forget to: ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   ----------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling ------------------------------- Lance Wood's Contact Information: Instagram: / @__lancewoods and @werun313   0:00 - 1:04 | Intro 1:05 - 2:38 | Turning Pain Into Purpose Through Story2:39 - 6:29 | Family Struggles, Depression & Early Lessons on Perseverance6:30 - 10:59 | Pulling Through the Pain: How to Face Heartbreak 11:00 - 12:48 | Healing Through Journaling, Movement & Emotional Honesty12:49 - 14:02 | Why Heartbreak Shouldn’t Close You Off From Love14:03 - 15:21 | Losing a Child & Choosing to Love Again15:22 - 18:57 | Vulnerability, Communication & Rebuilding After Loss18:58 - 20:31 | The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage on Men20:32 - 24:01 | From Tragedy to Deeper Love: Proposing After Loss24:02 - 25:57 | Grieving While Celebrating Others25:58 - 27:00 | Emotional Readiness & Becoming a Father27:01 - 28:15 | Serving Each Other in Relationships28:16 - 31:23 | Choosing a Life Partner With Shared Values31:24 - 33:11 | When Service Gets Heavy: Showing Up Anyway33:12 - 35:02 | Favorite Places, Songs & the Soul of Japan35:03 - 36:43 | How Music Shapes Memory & Identity36:44 - 38:19 | Book Gems That Changed Everything38:20 - 43:25 | Why the Journey Is Worth Traveling43:26 - 51:09 | Pivoting With Purpose & Leaving Nothing Undone51:10 - 51:53 | Where to Follow the Journey & Final Reflections  

Discover how to create the ultimate life through giving. You don’t need more hustle. You need more heart. This isn’t your typical “how to give back” conversation it’s a masterclass in purpose, healing, and abundance through service. In this powerful trip, Cultivating in the Garden of Service – Part 1, we explore what it truly means to live a life anchored in love, purpose, and meaningful impact. Giving isn’t just something you do it’s a way of becoming.   With our inspiring Tour Guide, Lance Woods, community leader and co-founder of We Run 313, we take an unfiltered look at what it means to serve with intention. Lance didn’t chase money he cultivated meaning through giving. And the results? Life-changing. From heartbreak to healing, from corporate career to calling, Lance opens up about how faith, family, and community shaped the man he is today. This episode is full of powerful revelations on identity, emotional resilience, and the unseen blessings that come from showing up for others.   In this episode, we unpack: 💡 Identity & Purpose – How discovering who you are shapes how you serve 🪴 Planting Seeds in Faith – Why the greatest impact often takes time to grow 🔥 Building a Life of Impact – How service, discipline, and community change everything ✨ True Fulfillment – Why what you give away comes back multiplied   If you're craving depth, clarity, or a new way to define success this episode is your roadmap. And if you’ve ever asked yourself, “What am I here to do?” let this be where the answers begin. 🌱✨ And don't forget to: ✅ Like the video ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul ------------------------------- Lance Wood's Contact Information: Instagram: / @__lancewoods and @werun313 ----------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling ----------------------------------- Trip Itinerary/Chapters: 0:00 - 3:50 | Intro & Garden Metaphor – A Journey of Service Begins  3:51 - 5:55 | Childhood Roots of Generosity – Lance’s Early Lessons on Giving  5:56 - 4:50 | Defining Service & Finding Purpose – From Corporate Life to Calling  4:51 - 7:54 | Turning Point & Self-Discovery – Heartbreak, Healing, and Faith  7:55 - 11:09 | First Seeds of Impact – Mentorship and Moving Home  11:10 - 12:56 | The Power of Vulnerability – Sharing Your Story to Heal Others  12:57 - 16:22 | Future Project & Education Work – Showing Up for Young People  16:23 - 19:05 | Empathy & Patience in Service – What It Takes to Truly Serve  19:06 - 21:32 | Personal Tools for Resilience – Fathers, Fraternities, and Faith  21:33 - 26:35 | Legacy of Service & Education – Mentors, Belief & Bold Steps  26:36 - 28:48 | Belief, Discipline & Ambition – Setting Goals & Owning Them  28:49 - 31:27 | Reaping the Harvest – Watching Young Lives Bloom  31:28 - 34:09 | Genuine Love for People – How Lance Builds Real Relationships  34:10 - 38:03 | Life Lessons from Family Struggles – Strength Through Struggle  38:04 - 41:14 | Reframing Purpose & Success – Letting Go of the Material  41:15 - 46:16 | Cultivating Community & Village Mindset – The Power of the Collective  46:17 - 51:18 | Self-Care & Personal Fulfillment – Refueling the Servant's Soul  51:19 - 56:22 | Run Club Impact & Global Reach – From Detroit to the World  56:23 - 1:02:09 | Breaking Barriers & Representation – Running While Black  1:02:10 - 1:05:02 | Connection, Healing & Emotional Maturity – Building a Better Detroit 

Crew experience the ultimate journey to Phuket, Thailand and learn from my top lessons and regrets. What was supposed to be a peaceful escape turned into one of the most transformative experiences of my life. From snorkeling and elephant sanctuaries to anxiety, family reunions, and unexpected hospital visits this episode takes you on The Ultimate Journey in Phuket, Thailand filled with beauty, breakdowns, and powerful lessons. What started as a search for peace led to pain (hello, sea urchin 😩), surgery, and some serious soul-searching. But in true J-Crew fashion, we didn’t fold we kept going. And what we discovered in the process? That even pain can leave behind peace and power. This isn't just a story about what went wrong it’s about how breakdowns became breakthroughs. From island hopping to healing, The Ultimate Journey to Phuket, Thailand is full of unforgettable moments, personal revelations, and the kind of lessons that only come when life doesn’t go as planned.   🧭 Trip Itinerary Highlights: 🐘 Visiting a Thai elephant sanctuary & facing emotional truths 🌴 Exploring Phi Phi Islands and the magic of snorkeling 💥 The painful sea urchin moment that changed everything 🏥 Getting foot surgery in Thailand & choosing to stay anyway 🧘🏾‍♀️ Finding peace through pain and learning what strength really looks like   Whether you’re planning a trip, navigating your own emotional healing, or stepping into a big life shift, The Ultimate Journey to Phuket, Thailand is packed with the top lessons and regrets that shaped my healing. ✨ Peace doesn’t always show up how you expect it to. But strength? It’s always in you. Keep going.   And don't forget to: ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling   Trip Itinerary/Chapters: 00:00 - 01:20 Returning to Thailand 01:21 - 07:44: Checking into Phuket 07:45 - 11:37 Elephant Sanctuary Experience and its Impact 11:38 - 14:39 Exploring Phi Phi & the Beauty of Snorkeling 14:40 - 17:50 The Turning Point: Stepping on a Sea Urchin & the Hospital Decision 17:51 - 21:19 Foot Surgery in Thailand: Fears, Reality & Recovery Begins 21:20 - 23:25 The Crossroads: To Stay and Endure or to Leave? 23:26 - 29:39 Pushing Through Pain & Souvenirs of Strength

Crew A Journey Worth Traveling turns One!  This is a celebration of all the revelations, breakthroughs these are some of our favorite clips that have shaped out year. It’s been a beautiful f🎉 1st Year Around the Sun | How My Lowest Point in Life Led to My Biggest Breakthrough 🌞✨   J-Crew, we did it! A Journey Worth Traveling is celebrating its 1st Year Around the Sun, and this special episode is all about honoring the trip so far—the revelations, the breakthroughs, the soul-stretching moments that have defined our journey.   Titled "How My Lowest Point in Life Led to My Biggest Breakthrough," this isn’t just a collection of our favorite moments—it’s a deep, reflective dive into the stories, lessons, and honest conversations that shaped our first year. From the messy middle to the mountain tops, this episode captures what it really looks like to grow, heal, and keep showing up—even when the path is unclear.   Whether you’ve been with us from the very beginning or you’re just hopping on board, this episode is your reminder that even your lowest points can lead to purpose, power, and transformation.   We’re so grateful to have you riding with us. You are what makes this podcast’s journey worth traveling—and we can’t wait for more trips, more tour guides, and more truth. But first, let’s celebrate the magic of year one. 🥂 In this episode, we reflect on: ✨ The journey of self-discovery & growth 💔 Turning pain into purpose 🛠️ Tools for healing, vision, and inner work 💬 What relationships taught us about ourselves 💫 Manifestation, mindset shifts & moving through fear 📖 Writing the next chapter of your story   Don’t forget to: ✅ Share it with someone who’s on their journey ✅ Subscribe so you never miss a trip   ✨ Cheers to the 1st Year Around the Sun—and the powerful, beautiful road ahead. 🌍⛵   ---------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here:  Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling  TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling  Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling  -----------------------------------   Trip Itinerary/Chapters:    0:00 - 1:11 | Intro: How My Lowest Point in Life Led to My Biggest Breakthrough 1:12 - 6:06 | Reflecting on the Past Year 6:07 - 7:16 | The Beginning of Self-Discovery 7:17 - 8:07 | What is Self-Discovery? 8:08 - 9:30 | Finding Your Hunger for Self-Discovery 9:31 - 11:17 | The Importance of Processing Pain 11:18 - 13:16 | How to Save Yourself 13:17 - 14:52 | What Hinders Self-Discovery 14:53 - 16:00 | Freeing Yourself from Control 16:01 - 17:59 | Overcoming the Internal Wilderness 18:00 - 21:26 | Self-Discovery in Marriage: How to Endure 21:27 - 22:22 | Being Whole Within Marriage 22:23 - 24:20 | Why Being the Right Person Starts with Yourself 24:21 - 25:36 | How to Start Your Self-Discovery Journey 25:37 - 27:37 | What is a "Dusty"? 27:38 - 32:23 | Why Standards & Expectations Matter in Relationships 32:24 - 33:03 | The Key to Learning Self-Love 33:04 - 34:07 | What Relationships Teach Us About Ourselves 34:08 - 34:46 | The Benefits of Non-Attachment 34:47 - 37:14 | How to Overcome Negative Thoughts 37:15 - 38:05 | Discipline & Self-Worth 38:06 - 40:08 | Overcoming Your Mind with Faith 40:09 - 42:06 | The Importance of Having a Vision 42:07 - 43:38 | The Role of Sacrifice in Discipline 43:39 - 44:06 | The Power of Manifestation 44:07 - 44:32 | Pushing Past Fear: Do It Anyway 44:33 - 46:27 | Turning Pain into Purpose 46:28 - 48:19 | The Power of Vulnerability 48:20 - 52:59 | Writing Your Best Story

Shift from Fear to Manifestation and Actualize a Life of Greatness. Manifestation isn’t just wishful thinking—it’s about stepping into your power with intention, belief, and action. In this transformative journey, Going the Galaxy of Manifestation, we break free from limitations and explore what it truly takes to think beyond this world and manifest a life of greatness—turning vision into reality, overcoming fear, and aligning your mindset with success. With our inspiring Tour Guide, Sebastian Jackson, we take an unfiltered look at manifestation in action—what it really takes to manifest like a CEO. As an entrepreneur and visionary, Sebastian has used manifestation to fuel his purpose and impact thousands. Through his story, we uncover the mindset, perseverance, and tools needed to manifest success in business, relationships, and personal growth. 🚀✨ In this episode, we unpack: ✨ The Power of Manifestation – How shifting your mindset can change your reality. 💡 Perseverance & Resilience – Turning setbacks into comebacks & pushing through the “no’s.” 🔑 The Role of Self-Care & Vision – Why personal well-being is key to long-term success. 🔥 Manifesting the Right Energy – How to attract what you want & avoid manifesting the negative. Whether you're building a business, chasing a personal goal, or manifesting love, this conversation is full of real stories, raw insights, and unfiltered reflections on what it truly takes to bring a vision to life. More than just talk, this episode explores the power of thought, action, and perseverance in shaping our reality. Let’s tap into the energy that aligns us with what we truly want. 🚀✨ And don't forget to:  ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   ----------------------------- For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling ------------------------------- Sebastian Jackson Contact Information: Wearesaintmartin.com Instagram: /@sebastianwho ----------------------------------- Trip Itinerary/Chapters:   0:00 - 3:41 | Intro – Intro Galaxy Of Manifestation 3:42 - 4:51 | Who is Sebastian Jackson? (Entrepreneur & Visionary Story) 4:52 - 8:34 | The Power of Manifestation: Trip Genesis 8:35 - 13:46 | Building The Vision: The Social Club’s Story 13:47 - 15:53 | What Holds Men Back From Self-Care? (Breaking Barriers) 15:54 - 16:24 | Practical Self-Care Tools for Mental & Physical Well-Being 16:25 - 18:10 | How to Overcome Rejection in Business (From 4 No’s to a Yes) 18:11 - 18:44 | Why Going 'All In' Is the Key to Success 18:45 - 21:54 | The Power of Persistence: Why Never Giving Up Pays Off 21:55 - 23:28 | What Is Manifestation & How Does It Work? 23:29 - 26:59 | How to Manifest the Good & Avoid the Bad 27:00 - 27:59 | What Success Feels Like: Serving Over 15,000 People 28:00 - 30:04 | How to Let Go & Trust the Process 30:05 - 31:04 | Why Having a Vision Changes Everything 32:05 - 32:59 | How to Stay Focused on Your Goals 33:00 - 34:53 | How to Get Back on Track After Setbacks 34:54 - 36:11 | The Power of Self-Love in Your Journey 36:12 - 38:43 | Did You Ever Imagine Your Dream Would Get This Big? 38:44 - 41:59 | How to Use Fear as a Superpower for Growth 42:00 - 46:04 | How Discomfort Fuels Success & Personal Growth 46:05 - 47:59 | What Are We Manifesting Next? (Future Goals & Vision) 48:00 - 59:11 | Introducing Saint Martin Product Line: The Next Big Move 59:12 - 1:03:55 | Top Tools for Entrepreneurial Success 1:03:56 - 1:08:20 | How to Stay Motivated When Working on Purpose Alone 1:08:21 - 1:15:17 | How to Manifest a Loving & Supportive Wife 1:15:18 - 1:18:17 | 10 Years of Marriage: Real Relationship Advice 1:18:18 - 1:19:59 | Why Your Journey is Worth Traveling 1:20:00 - 1:23:43 | Final Words: Motivation to Manifest Your Best Life

We’re back with Part 2 of Sailing the Sea of Singleness, and this time, we’re diving deep into love, sex, and expectations—what single ladies want you to know. You asked the questions, and we gave the raw, unfiltered answers, making this episode one of our spiciest yet. 🌊🔥 Dubbed The Red Light Special, this raw and unfiltered Q&A features our guest tour guides, Nicole and Christen, as we dive deep into the realities of dating, relationships, intimacy, and the standards we set for love in today’s world. From relationship privacy and social media rules to expectations, values, and sex, nothing is off-limits! Get ready for insight, laughs, and real talk that might just have you reflecting, nodding, and rethinking your approach to modern dating. In this episode, we explore: ❤️ Love, Loyalty & Finances – From the role of sex in a relationship to financial expectations.🎯 Standards & Expectations in Dating – Can expectations be too high? We explore the balance between standards and realism.💍 Important Factors in Marriage – When considering marriage, what truly matters? We break down our top priorities.📱 Social Media & Relationships – Should you post your partner? Can you be active on social media while in a relationship? We explore the fine line between privacy and transparency. ✨ This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a deep dive into connection, self-discovery, and thriving in your singleness. Whether you’re riding solo or exploring new connections, this is about owning your journey and setting the tone for the love you deserve. ❤️ And don’t forget to: ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling ------------------------------- Nicole's Contact Information: Instagram: / @Pursuinghappiness1 and @Shift_yoga_andfitness Christen's Contact Information: Instagram: / @Its_chris10maire @Agapeluxeevents ----------------------------------- Trip Intinerary:  0:00 - 4:59 Trip Intro: 5:00 - 7:12 Men vs. Women: Who's More Private?   7:13 - 9:40 Social Media in Relationships: Post Your Mate Debate   9:41- 12:18 Double Standards? Men Holding Women to Expectations 12:19 - 15:33 Can You Have Too High Standards in Dating? 15:34 – 22:13 Top 5 Things for Marriage: What Matters Most? 22:14 – 26:12 Divine Timing: The Importance of Being on Time 26:13 – 28:23 Intimacy and Friendship: Keys to a Strong Relationship 28:24 – 31:45 How to Show Interest: Dating Advice for Women   31:46 – 33:46 Relationship Dilemma: Cheater Who Spoils vs. Faithful But Broke 33:47 – 39:50 How to Get Her Attention: First Impressions for Men 39:51 – 43:02 How to Get a Response on Instagram: Dating in the Digital Age 43:03 – 47:44 Single & Sexual: Choices and Guilt in Modern Dating 47:45 – 56:35 The Role of Sex in a Relationship 56:36 – 59:09 4 Must-Ask Questions When Dating Someone New   59:10 – 1:02:16 Fulfilled Being Single? The Pressure to Settle Down 1:02:17 – 1:05:02 Single Shaming: Do You Feel Judged for Being Single? 1:05:03 – 1:09:25 Paying the Bills: Should Women Ask Men for Money in Dating 1:09:26 – 1:16:43 Deep Relationship Questions: Framework for Continuing a Relationship  

How to be Single? Being single isn’t just a relationship status—it’s a journey. In Sailing the Sea of Singleness, we dive headfirst into the complexities of navigating singlehood in today’s world. With our two beautiful guest tour guides, Nicole and Christen, we have an unfiltered, honest conversation about how they got here, what they’ve learned, and the personal growth they’ve embraced along the way. We break down the highs and lows of dating, reflect on past experiences, and discuss how to prepare for the right relationship when the time comes. This episode is more than just a conversation—it’s a celebration of self-discovery, a bridge to understanding, and a space to explore what it really means to thrive in your singleness.   In this episode, we unpack: ✨ The Highs & Lows of Being Single – The joys, struggles, and everything in between. ⚓ Navigating Modern Dating– Exploring what truly matters in a partner, identifying personal roadblocks, and shifting perspectives on love and relationships. 💔 Healing & Growth After Love – The lessons learned from past relationships, Moving on, and the power of emotional healing. ❤️ Becoming "The One" Before Finding the One – The role of self-love, personal growth, and preparing for a healthy, fulfilling relationship.   For women, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone in your journey—your thoughts, experiences, and emotions are valid. For men, it’s a raw and honest glimpse into the female experience and a chance to understand what modern dating feels like from the other side.   And don't forget to: ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling --   Nicole's Contact Information: Instagram: / @Pursuinghappiness1 and @Shift_yoga_andfitness   Christen's Contact Information:Instagram: / @Its_chris10maire @Agapeluxeevents   Trip Itinerary/Chapters: 0:00-7:44- Intro 7:45-11:59 Why Are You Single? 12:00-13:00 What Does It Mean to Be Single? 13:01-15:44 What Does It Mean to Date? 1 5:45-17:59- Real Dating Experiences 18:00-22:03- Dating Apps: Are They Worth It? 22:03-23:54 What Is a Dusty? 23:55-27:18 Navigating the Dating Scene 27:18-36:26 How to Know If He’s The One 36:27-38:20- Why Haven’t I Found Love? 38:21-44:51- The Importance of Self-Discovery Before Dating 44:52-47:24- When Will You Be Ready for a Relationship? 47:25-52:47- How to Heal from Past Relationships 52:48-1:01:06- How to Prepare for a Healthy Relationship 1:01:07-1:06:34- The Biggest Red Flags in Dating 1:06:35-1:13:37- What do you to be in a Relationship 1:13:38-1:14:41- Lessons From Being Single 1:14:42-1:16:47- Dating as a Single Mom 1:16:48-1:19:43- What Being Single Has Taught Me

The journey isn’t over—we’re diving even deeper into the art of Flow. In Surfing the Waves of Flow (Part 2), Flow Master Jamel Randall returns to help us break free from control, fear, and the unknown. This episode is about surrendering, trusting, and letting go so you can ride life’s waves instead of resisting them. If you’ve ever felt like you’re forcing things, constantly overthinking, or stuck in the illusion of control, this is your wake-up call: flow is freedom. 🌊   Part 2 Episode Highlights: 🏄‍♂️ Stop Controlling & Start Flowing – Control is suffocating you. Learn how to let go and move with life instead of against it. 💡 How Flow Helps with Daily Decisions – Overthinking is exhausting. Flow makes decision-making lighter, easier, and more aligned with your true path. 💬 How Flow Transforms Relationships – When you let go of control, you create space for deeper, more meaningful connections. 🔥 How to Get Back on the Board When the Tide Pulls You Under – Flow isn’t just about ease; it’s about resilience. Learn how to stay afloat, regain your balance, and ride the waves even when life’s currents feel overwhelming.   🌊 This episode is your reminder that life’s waves are meant to be ridden, not resisted. Whether you're looking for healing, balance, or practical ways to bring more ease into your life, this trip is for you.   And don't forget to: ✅ Like the video ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   ✨ Let's Ride These Waves! 🌊   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling   Jamel Randall Contact Information: Trap Yoga Studios- www.thetrapstudio.com Instagram: /@jamelrandall   Trip Itinerary/Chapters:   0:00-5:22 – How to Free Yourself From Control, Fear, and the Unknown 5:23-9:31 – Jamel’s Trap Yoga Retreat 9:32-10:49 – How to Navigate Life’s Unexpected Moments 10:50-14:51 – The Importance of Going With the Flow 14:52-20:09 – Don’t Fixate on Flow 20:10-20:54 – How Flow Helps Us With Daily Decisions 20:55-24:23 – How to Get Back Up on the Board 24:24-31:09 – How Flow Helps Our Relationships 31:10-40:11 – Flow Is Being Authentic 40:12-42:09 – Best Thing That Happened Since Embracing Flow 42:10-45:49 – Believe in Your Story 45:50-53:09 – The Power of Being You 53:10-58:45 – Creating a Schedule for Flow 58:46-1:03:37 – Game Time 1:03:38-1:08:41 – How to Create a Healthy Relationship With Social Media 1:08:42-1:09:49 – The Key to Being More Present 1:09:50-1:13:29 – Back to Game Time 1:13:30-1:14:10 – Life Without Flow 1:14:11-1:15:05 – Motivation to Flow 1:15:06-1:15:41- Why Jamel’s Journey Is Worth Traveling 1:15:41-1:16:16 Jamel’s Contact Information

Come ride the waves with us as Flow Master Jamel Randall, Founder of Trap Yoga Studios, teaches us the art of "Surfing the Waves of Flow" through life. This trip dives deep, as Jamel shares how embracing flow helped him navigate the profound loss of his parents and transformed his life. Together, we dive into what it means to let go, honor your unique path, and tap into the power of flow to ride life's highs and lows with ease and grace. This episode is a deeply personal exploration of life's waves and how we can navigate them with resilience and purpose. Whether you're looking for healing, empowerment, or practical tools for growth, this is your invitation to join us on this powerful journey. Whether you're dealing with loss, struggling with control, or simply seeking personal growth, this is your invitation to let go, ride the waves, and discover the freedom of flow.   Trip Highlights: 🌊 What is Flow and How It Transforms Lives 🔓 The Power of Non-Attachment and Letting Go of the Weight 🔥 How to Turn Pain Into Purpose and Ride Your Own Wave 🛠️ Tools for Flow and Controlling Emotions   ✨ Don’t miss Part 2, where we dive even deeper into the transformative power of flow. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to stay connected! And don’t forget to: ✅ Like the video ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul ✨ Let's Ride These Waves! 🌊  For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling —------------------------------ Jamel Randall Contact Information: www.thetrapstudio.com Instagram: /@jamelrandall Twisted Storytellers:    • The Secret Society Of Twisted Storyte...   —---------------------------------- Trip Itinerary/Chapters:   0:00-5:24 Surfing the Waves of Flow 5:25-7:37 What is Flow 7:38-13:17 Dealing with the Death of Parents 13:18-20:59 How Flow transformed Jamel life 21:00-22:58 Power of Non-attachment 22:59-33:29 How to Control your Emotions through Flow 33:30-38:24 The Difficulties of Embracing flow 38:25-42:48 Tools for Flow 42:59-46:59 The Power of Perspective 47:00-48:57 How to Turn Pain into Purpose 48:58-50:11 How to Ride your Own Wave 50:12-57:53 Letting go of the Weight

Are you ready to find some purpose in the wilderness of life? 🌳✨ This trip, we're stepping boldly into the wild to unpack the power of purpose-and trust me, it's a journey worth traveling.   Joining as co-tour guides are Catherine's sisters, Christen and Chelsea, who are navigating their own seasons of discovering, activating, and living in purpose. Together, they dive into the raw vulnerability it takes to fully embrace purpose-grappling with self-doubt, pushing through the grind, and uncovering the deep fulfillment that comes with staying the course. For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram TikTok Facebook   Here's what you'll discover in this episode: ✨ How to find purpose and meaning 💡 Learn how to navigate losing love for your purpose and reignite your passion 🛠️ Discover how your surroundings and support system can either hinder or help you 🌱 for staying consistent, making an impact, and helping others 🙏 How to find fulfillment by staying aligned with your purpose   This episode was also the first one we ever recorded. And with the first it came with its production issues and flaws. We've been sitting on it for over a year, letting perfectionism and pride outweigh the soul of this episode, but now we are releasing it and the freeing ourselves from the weight that can come with perfectionism. We hope you can look past the imperfections and feel the heartbeat of this episode. We pray this episode touches your heart and helps you uncover your own purpose in life's wilderness.   Let's travel together on this beautiful, messy, and transformative adventure. And don't forget to: ✅ Like the video ✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message ✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul

Are you ready unlock the power of self-discipline and create some real freedom in your life? 💪🏾 This trip, we’re heading into the Dojo of Discipline to talk about how discipline isn’t punishment—it’s an act of love that changes your body, your mind, and your whole life. Leading the way is Cat’s personal trainer, nutritional specialist, entrepreneur, and pastor, Raphael Williams Jr. His story? Transformational. He lost 100 pounds by committing to his health, faith, and purpose, and now he’s out here helping others do the same. As the owner of Rocket Fuel Nutrition, Raphael has helped clients collectively lose over 50,000 pounds with his game-changing philosophy: “We are what we eat, think, and believe.” 🚀   Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:✨ How to stay consistent and motivated when life gets tough🤍 Why discipline is really self-love in action🛠️ Practical strategies to create lasting change in your life💡 How discipline connects your health, purpose, and spiritual growth   Whether you’re struggling to stay consistent, need a little push to take that next step, or just want to know how to level up every part of your life, this episode is packed with gems to get you there.   And don’t forget to:✅ Like the video✅ Share it with your crew who needs this message✅ Subscribe for more episodes that feed your soul   ✨ Let’s step into the dojo and build together! 💪🏾   —----------------------------   For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling   —------------------------------   Raphael Williams Jr. Contact Information: Rocket Fuel Nutrition- https://berocketfuel.com/ Instagram: /@berocketfuel   —----------------------------------   Trip Itinerary/Chapters:   0:00- Intro 3:51- Who is Raphael Williams Jr. 4:43 How Ralph loss 100 pounds 15:23- What is Discipline 16:24- How Ralph kept the weight off 19:25- How Ralph became a trainer and started his meal prep company 23:55- How to stay disciplined as an entrepreneur 25:30- How Ralph resists temptation and stays disciplined 26:44- Keys to Discipline 29:36- How do you fall in love with working out 31:21 - How to balance Travel and exercising 34:28- Discipline is Love 38:38- Why people struggle with discipline 39:09- What discipline requires 54:54- How discipline impacts others 57:17- Understanding who you are 58:00- Knowing your why’s 1:03:27- An Undisciplined Life 1:08:38- Misconceptions on discipline 1:15:09- Tools for an Entrepreneur 1:17:09- How discipline has made Ralph a better husband and father 1:20:12- Discipline in Ralph’s spiritual life 1:22:31- Discipline is saying no 1:29:34- Encouragement to stay Disciplined 1:32:13- Ralph’s contact information

Meet us back at the mountain for Part 2 as delve deeper into the art of enduring ourselves and in a marriage. This trip gets active as our guest tour guide, Jessica Byrd, bravely and openly shares her relationship and experiences with endurement. Join us as we unpack the unfiltered reality and beauty of enduring life’s journey. It’s a powerful and candid trip you don’t want to miss!! For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling 0:00- Intro 1:49- Tools for enduring 8:16- Tracking your moments of enduring 11:27- What enduring teaches you about yourself 14:55- Enduring as a wife 25:50- Communicating through endurement 30:20- Celebrating your vulnerability 35:18- Tools for enduring in marriage 43:00- Enduring through the lows 46:50- Enduring the uncomfortable 52:10- Why we endure for the wrong things 59:35- Importance of therapy 1:08:10- When should we stop enduring 1:12:55- Importance of taking risk 1:15:00- Why your journey is worth traveling 1:21:34- Encouraging us to endure

On this trip, we venture to “The Mountain of Enduring” for Part 1 with Jessica Byrd, a dynamic woman who has conquered her career, marriage, motherhood, and self. Jessica and Cat lead us up the mountain, unpacking the importance of endurance and candidly sharing their personal experiences and relationship with enduring- the battles and triumphs. Together, they explore the mindset needed to successfully endure and the strategic tools that empower us to bear the weight of our trials. This trip aims to be a source of strength and enlightenment during your taxing moments, encouraging you to persevere and relentlessly pursue what is rightfully yours. WATCH the Episodes on YouTube - Youtube Channel For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook:  /@ajourneyworthtraveling   0:00- Trip Introduction 3:51- Getting to know our Tour Guide - Jessica Byrd 10:55- Defining enduring  15:24- When enduring first showed up on the journey    25:43- Enduring in your career  28:07- Self-talk for enduring  32:00- Power of prospective  36:12  - Mindset while enduring  45:37- Enduring in your personal life  55:44- Enduring yourself  1:06:29- Downside of not enduring yourself  1:11:35- Why we don’t endure  1:13:40- Enduring to be an example  1:17:24- Enduring when its uncomfortable 1:20:45- Tools for enduring

Travel with us as we continue on Cat's LCA (Life-Changing Adventure) and venture to the island of Ko Phangan for a yoga retreat, but what's in store is a whole bunch of unexpectedness. We came here for peace and healing, but can those things really be found on the wild island of Ko Phangan? Dive into the excitement, embrace the unexpected, and find out for yourself. It's definitely a Journey Worth Traveling! Community Corner: Have you ever visited Ko Phangan or want to go to Ko Phangan? Did you download the journey prompts? Did you find the questions helpful? Trip Itinerary 0:00- Intro 0:55- Recap 3:35- Arriving in Ko Phangan 11:57- Yoga Retreat 25:17- Souvenirs For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling

Trip Description: On this trip, we head back to "The Island of Self-Discovery" for Part 2 with our dynamic guest tour guide, Miesha White, to explore the "HOW" of self-discovery. Join us as Miesha drops even more souvenirs and empowers us to discover the treasure that comes from knowing and growing ourselves. Community Corner: J-Crew, Homework Assignment. Ask 2-3 people what are three of your greatest characteristics/strengths and what are your three weaknesses/areas of improvement? For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Trip Itinerary: 0:00- Trip introduction 3:54- How to start the journey of self-discovery 4:02- Homework assignment for self-exploration 6:58- Cat’s homework revelations 13:33- Miesha’s homework revelations 22:08- Mindset for self-discovery 27:06- The people of your journey 33:03- Tools for Healing 42:45- Environment for self-discovery 52:38- Tools for self-discovery 57:39- How to get back on track 1:03:00- Helping children with their journey of self-discovery 1:09:22- Encouraging the crew on their journey of self-discovery 1:11:40- Miesha’s information

On this trip, we head to "The Island of Self-Discovery" with Cat's therapist, Miesha White, to explore the paramount role self-discovery plays in our lives. Much like an island centered amidst the vast ocean, self-discovery should be at the center of our lives, with everything else radiating outward from that core understanding of knowing oneself. Self-discovery is more than a concept; it's a roadmap. We travel through this episode sharing the "Why" of self-discovery— bringing clarity to our values, purpose, relationships, and more. It's vital to remember one cannot master a game without understanding its rules. Similarly, how can we function as our highest selves if we remain strangers to our very essence? This trip offers a guiding compass, shedding light on the path of exploration and excavation and equipping travelers with the insight and tools to achieve heightened awareness and a higher self.  Community Corner: J-Crew, Do you believe knowing yourself is important? Trip Itinerary 0:00- Trip Introduction 3:54- Getting to know our Tour Guide - Miesha White 10:35- What is self-discovery 12:59- The importance of self-discovery 21:57- The impact of never finding yourself 24:27- What can be hindering us from self-discovery 30:37- What is means to be accountable 38:43- Cat’s catalyst for getting to know herself 40:23- Miesha’s journey with self-discovery 41:27- How self-discovery impacts our relationships 51:03- Next Trip How to self-discover For more motivation Travel with us here: Instagram: /@ajourneyworthtraveling TikTok: /@ajourneyworthtraveling Facebook: /@ajourneyworthtraveling