Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

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Cultivating H.E.R. Space

366 episodes

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In a world where black women are often underrepresented and misunderstood, we need more safe spaces to just… be. Every Friday, join Dr. Dom, a college professor and psychologist, and Terri Lomax, a techie and motivational speaker, as they initiate authentic conversations on everything from fibroids to fake friends. If you’re a Black woman looking for an extra dose of inspiration on the go, pull up a seat and join us on the Cultivating H.E.R. (Healing, Empowerment, Resilience) Space podcast.

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Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E8: The Feedback Loop: Parents, Kids, and Hard Truths

Hey lady! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom tackle a potentially touchy topic – feedback, and the equally touchy topic of how to give it and how to receive it. After listening to this episode, you will be armed with tools for your personal toolkit so that you walk through life with grace, class and style.

As each day turns the necessity of having a strong community to lean on becomes ever more present. Community isn’t a fantasy of make-believe relationships, it’s network of relationships built over time through authenticity, communication, skills, and trust. Without those elements living with other humans and their thoughts and behaviors can become difficult. There are strategies you can use when presented with an opportunity to grow via feedback and with practice you can become a person that maintains your sovereignty while being a strong communicator. So, how do you develop and strengthen the muscle of giving and receiving feedback? How does one cultivate a healthy relationship with offering perspective in a way that is constructive and supportive?

Dr. Dom and Terri offer a selection of common scenarios with actionable steps in how to engage with the other person skillfully. Knowing how to process feedback and how to implement or disagree is a key step in growing yourself in authenticity and in community.

Interested in customizing your toolkit in a way that feels real to you? Head to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop and grab a journal and think through your action plan. We’d love to hear from you about how you’re going to make receiving feedback a strength of yours. Holla at us in our Patreon and let us know how you handle difficult conversations and constructive criticism.

Quote of the Day:
"Feedback is a gift — and it’s okay to unwrap it slowly."
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook Cultivating
H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

9 hours ago

55 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E7: Consistency Without Burnout: Sticking With It When Progress Feels Slow

Hey lady! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom give you a peek behind the curtain of how they leverage consistency to bring you this fresh content each week! In a world full of dreamers, it is the ones who act on those dreams that reap the rewards. Consistency is a tool to help you meet your goals. With repeated, consistent actions it is possible to form the habits that design the life of your dreams.

Dr. Dom and Terri offer frameworks and reflection questions to help you gain clarity on what you need to tailor a plan for yourself so you are operating from a place of the best possible outcome instead of perfection. Do you need to automate some of your processes? Have you established a system for yourself? Where is your support and who can you call on when you need some upliftment in your journey? Let this week be a guide to different methods that can help you think through an action plan that will keep your cup full (overfloweth even) because you found what works for your life and your nervous system.

Ladies, we know with all of our busy lives and this fast-paced world it takes a bit more thought and intention to get the life you’ve been dreaming of, but hold on tight to your vision and let this episode inspire you to build the discipline to make it happen!

Quote of the Day:
"Consistency isn't about perfection...it's about making small, regular efforts over time."
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

1 week ago

55 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E6: Soft Structure: Building a Routine That Honors Your Current Season in Life

Hey lady! On the road to building the soft life of your dreams you’ll need to incorporate systems to keep that soft life moving authentically and with ease. Often, we’re taught that lives that feel good and easy come with hard work and while that is one way to do it there are ways to build routines and life processes that make life smooth and add joy. After all life is not about the end goal. The journey matters as much as the destination and to make that journey easier Dr. Dom and Terri have a comprehensive list of actionable strategies you can implement into your life incrementally to create a structure that is manageable and dare we say it, fun?! As with anything, take what you need and discard the rest.

You’ll want to tune into Patreon for the Aftershow. Terri and Dr. Dom offer seven journal prompts that can help you customize routines that provide soft structure and help you move intentionally towards your best, most fulfilled life of your dreams.

Quote of the Day:
"When you can and as you can, in ways that feel loving, make time and space for yourself”
– Tracee Ellis Ross

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

2 weeks ago

49 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E5: 10 Affirmations to Make Your Day Feel Like a Hug

Hey lady! Let’s be real, life lately has felt like it’s on one. Trying to keep up with the pace of life can feel like a never-ending pursuit with no finish line. If life has been landing haymakers and making your cup feel rather empty, Dr. Dom and Terri are here to offer you a warm hug in the form of affirmations. Let these 10 doses of kindness soothe your soul and remind you that tough times don’t last always.

Affirmations are a powerful tool that need nothing more than an open mind and an open heart to provide comfort and healing. And, once you put them in steady practice they can amplify peace in your life and even transform negative patterns internally. So, lady take the intensity out of your week by grabbing your favorite beverage of choice and getting cozy. Close your eyes and repeat after us. Allow yourself to be deeply held with these simple truths.

Lady, we love you for real! Should you want to deepen your affirmation practice be sure to check out Dr. Dom’s book of affirmations Daily Affirmations.

Quote of the Day:
"I am alive and well."
– Jhene Aiko

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

3 weeks ago

48 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E4: ChatGPT is Not Your Therapist But it Can Be a Support Tool

Hey lady! You know the saying, “No one cares because everyone is going through a lot”? Well, that’s not true. Over here at Cultivating H.E.R. Space, we care. But we also know that everyone is dealing with something, and not everything needs to be shared. That doesn’t mean you need to bottle it all up, though. What do you do when the journal just isn’t enough and you’re not ready to engage your friends in your business?

Terri and Dr. Dom explore the next frontier in this illuminating conversation about the benefits and potential harms of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your mental and emotional wellness toolbox. There are pros, like when you’re up in the wee hours trying to calm an anxious mind or soothe a broken heart. Instead of doom scrolling, talking to your AI buddy can help you process your thoughts in real time without oversharing with people who don’t need to know all your business.

But, there are points of consideration that you may want to review before you share your darkest secrets or (we know this may be common sense but a friendly reminder) your address and identifying information.

The truth is, AI is here to stay. And the sooner you learn to adapt to the technology, the better equipped you'll be to navigate our ever-changing world. So why not find a way to make it work for you? Tune in for practical tips on how to create a healthy, intentional relationship with this emerging technology.

Quote of the Day:
"The essence of therapy has always been relational, and that cannot be replicated by an algorithm."
– Chris Hoff

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

4 weeks ago

44 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E3: Loving Someone with Mental Health Challenges

Hey lady! We’re going to cut straight to the chase because we know that your time is probably scheduled down to the minute. Many of us are out here caring for children, caring for aging parents, killing it at work, showing up for your community, trying to take care of yourself and keep the wheels on the train of your life moving forward. The list is long to say the least. And, on top of all of that you are dealing with the unpredictable nature of humans. This week Terri and Dr. Dom discuss an underdiscussed issue in our community. How to care for yourself when caring for someone struggling with their mental health?

What do you do when your cup is empty, and you have nothing left to pour? Dr. Dom and Terri offer real talk and real tools to help you navigate challenging times with loved ones. Whether it’s your mama, your man, or your best friend—mental health challenges don’t just affect the person going through them. They affect everyone close to them. So, go ahead and download and save this episode, lady. Consider it yet another tool in your toolkit to go through life with grace, class, and your own mental health in check. And, if this episode has helped you and you know it will help others why don’t you rate us and let us know how much value you found in our perspective. Your support helps bring our show to more people looking for healing!

Practical Tips: How to Show Up with Boundaries
1. Validate their experience but don’t try to “fix” them
2 Learn the basics of their diagnosis (from trusted sources)
3. Communicate clearly: “What do you need from me right now?”
4. When necessary, create care plans and safety plans
5. Leverage professional help (E.g.; Therapy, support groups, and hotlines)

Quote of the Day:
"Tough love is you creating and keeping healthy boundaries."
– Nedra Tawwab

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

1 month ago

46 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E2: 10 Things to Remember When Adulting Gets Ghetto

Lady! We know that not only are we living in interesting, unprecedented times but we’re also just living our regular lives and sometimes life be lifin’. Life is beautiful, abundant, and generous but it can also be raggedy, harsh, and tough. As much as we love being a part of the toolkit that helps keep you uplifted, you know that we always keep it real. That’s why this week Dr. Dom and Terri offer their grounded perspective about how to handle life when life is being a hot, ghetto mess.

Adulting is often fun and wonderful. There are days as an adult when ice cream for breakfast is a thing because you’re grown. But, for the days when the laundry is piling up, the bills are due, the internal monologue is putting you through the ringer, the deep pain within is spilling out, you’re sick, or you’re just tired it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and like you’re getting it all wrong.

Fear not, Terri and Dr. Dom offer ten truth bombs to help you keep everything in perspective as you get up and figure it out – like you always do! Adulting is often described as a series of responsibilities and actions that one takes to be a functioning member of society. But, this week Dr. Dom and Terri remind you that often adulting is finding the tools to complete those mundane tasks to satisfaction when life doesn’t feel good.

So, grab your Cultivating H.E.R. Space latte mug (find it and more in the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop), fill it with your favorite cozy beverage, and allow this episode to be the warm hug, kiss on the cheek, or pat on the back for getting through the patches when life feels hard. Lady, no matter what’s going on keep your chin up and remember that we’re rooting for you!

10 Things to Remember When Adulting Gets Ghetto
1. Crying doesn’t mean you’re losing — It means you’re releasing
2. You’re not weak — you’re carrying a lot right now
3. Just because you’re alone doesn’t mean you’re not supported
4. It’s okay to miss people who are no longer in your life
5. Your ancestors would be so proud of you
6. It’s normal to grieve the life you thought you’d have by now
7. You are always worthy of love, even when you think you're a mess
8. You’re allowed to rest, even If nothing’s done
9. Your dream isn’t too big — It’s just being built on divine timing
10. Everything is going to be okay — even if it doesn’t look like it yet

Quote of the Day:
"Adulting is realizing that you have to take charge of your life, even when it's hard."
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook:Show more...

1 month ago

54 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S27E1: 7 Things to Stop Apologizing For

Hey lady! Can you feel the transformation in the air? It’s all around us and the energy is electric, which is why Dr. Dom and Terri stop by this week with thoughts on the ways you can strengthen your inner resources and stop apologizing for things you don’t have any business apologizing for thusly transforming yourself from someone who shrinks to someone who shines. We know many of you are like us, recovering people pleasers feeling your way through life as whole, embodied people. That’s why Terri and Dr. Dom want you to feel more comfortable taking up more space and not feel a way about it.

The dynamic duo offer seven scenarios where it’s ok to stand on business and not apologize in this week’s episode and talk through their strategies for building the muscle to be resolute in your position. But, the gems don’t stop there. Join us in Patreon (link below) and get the details on the alternatives you can say instead of saying sorry. Lady, you’re building a toolkit that’ll help you rise from someone who goes along to get along to being in the driver’s seat of her life with style, grace and class. Drop us a comment in the Aftershow and let us know any additional tips you would add to the list!

Quote of the Day:
“We must remember that an apology isn’t an apology unless it’s meaningful.”
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

1 month ago

43 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E13: Black Music Month: Healing, Joy & Memories

Hey lady! You know we couldn’t end June without getting our groove on to celebrate Black Music month! June is the official month for the songs that have enriched our lives in times of sorrow and joy. Black music has been monumental as a soundtrack for many of the liberation movements for our people and as endearing as spending a Saturday morning helping your mom clean up the house. So, this week Terri and Dr. Dom talk about the beauty of Black music and the way music can transport you to spaces where your imagination can run free, your heart can find comfort, and your feet catch the beat. Spaces where you can mourn the breakup and relationship, the loss of a loved one, or the loss of self. Black people have used our music to keep us moving forward, overcoming and thriving and that is worthy of celebrating!

Listen all the way through for a fun challenge Dr. Dom and Terri have for you and then join us on Instagram and give us your answer. We’re so looking forward to creating a Black music playlist with our community!

Quote of the Day:
“Through every generation, Black music has been our healing, our protest, and our celebration all at once.”
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
T herapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

1 month ago

44 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E12: Creating the Content We All Need with the Co-Founder of Gracie's Corner Dr. Arlene Hollingsworth

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom pump up the volume and encourage you to do the same as you listen to the fun and inspiring wisdom from Dr. Arlene Gordon-Hollingsworth, co-founder of the uber popular Gracie’s Corner, a show dedicated to showing Black kids that learning is fun and something they can be excited about!

Arlene and her husband Javoris were inspired to create the energetic, engaging kids YouTube show during the pandemic. They noticed that while they searched for educational programs for their toddler and infant they also needed a form of edutainment for their eldest daughter Gracelyn, the muse and voice actress for her eponymous show. One day Javoris turned to Arlene and let her know he noticed the lack of representation in those shows and wanted to do something about and thus Gracie’s Corner was born! The two parents didn’t have a huge team or financial backing to get the show off the ground. They just had a deep belief in their mission and desire to figure it out with the tools at their disposal.

The dynamic husband and wife team credit the bulk of their success to keeping a focus on the family and maintaining their authenticity. And, supporters have noticed! They’ve attracted a loyal fanbase that tune into the show in the billions of views. Yes, you read that right, Gracie’s Corner has more than a billion views. Thanks to superstar contributors like Snoop, Big Freedia, Charlie Wilson, and Paul Wall the show keeps a fresh perspective on education and entertainment.

So, if you have a little person in your life and looking for ways to turn screen time into enjoyable enrichment time, tune in to this week’s episode and find the groove that will keep you and your loved one uplifted and singing along with Gracie!

Quote of the Day:
"Don't you know that you are special?"
– Gracie's Corner

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Where to find Gracie’s Corner:
Website: Gracie’s Corner
YouTube: Gracie’s Corner
Instagram: @graciescorner
TikTok: @graciescornertv
Twitter (X): @Gracies_Corner
Facebook: Gracie’s Corner

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter:Show more...

2 months ago

51 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E11: How Black Women Build Empires: A Conversation with Madam C.J. Walker’s Great-Great-Granddaughter A’Lelia Bundles

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom welcome A’Lelia Bundles, a groundbreaking journalist and author, and the great granddaughter of A’Lelia Walker, the daughter of Madame C.J. Walker. She stops by the podcast to discuss her new book Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance a riveting telling of her family’s storied history.

A’Lelia goes in depth about her journey to finding her place in her family’s historic legacy while building her own legacy. She found that in digging into the lore of her lineage she had the type of gold that writer’s dream of – stories full of innovation, trailblazing, love, lust, tough decisions, death, travel, luxury, joy, and triumph. Who wouldn’t want to dive in?

The ladies discuss how those stories hold gifts that we, as a collective, can use as we chart a new path through the current chaos. Our path of peaceful resistance centers around one key element – joy. A’Lelia Walker, known as the Joy Goddess by Harlem Renaissance luminary Langston Hughes, had a vision of creating community through sharing space, resources, and good vibes.

Lady, tune in to this inspiring episode and let it be fuel for your dreams. And, be sure to share with a friend! We love welcoming new friends into our community. Holla at us on Instagram and let us know your favorite part of the book.

Quote of the Day:
"It is time she assumes her place- with all her complexity and dimensions- among the pantheon of Harlem Renaissance icons."
– A'Lelia Bundles

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Where to find A’Lelia Bundles:
Website: aleliabundles.com
Book: Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance
Instagram: @aleliabundles
LinkedIn: A’Lelia Bundles
Twitter (X): @aleliabundles
Facebook: A’Lelia Bundles

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram:...

2 months ago

54 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E10: How to Break Up with Someone Gracefully (Even When It’s Hard)

Hey lady! This year we’re all about the level up. Leveling up our finances, our health, our pleasure, and our style. And, we’re also leveling up how we treat each other and appropriate ways to disengage with integrity and respect.

Terri and Dr. Dom offer a refined perspective of how we can honor ourselves while still maintaining boundaries when a relationship has run its course. They offer concrete scenarios for potential tricky relationship issues and how to spot less than favorable situations before they even start. Hint: Always trust your gut.

Head to Patreon for the exclusive Soulful Connection Check-in. Not only will you find premium content and ad free viewing of each episode, but you’ll also get Dr. Dom and Terri dishing all the juicy extras they didn’t mention on the show!

Quote of the Day:
"Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is let go.
– Unknown

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.

2 months ago

47 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E9: Say My Name, Say My Name (Correctly!) with Luvvie Ajayi Jones

Hey lady! As a Black woman you know all too well the million different ways we have to command respect as we navigate our daily lives. It can be as intense as the feeling of being passed over for promotion after having a standout year or as mundane, but profoundly important, like saying your name correctly.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones, renowned author, speaker and entrepreneur joins the Cultivating H.E.R. Space team to discuss her latest offering Little Trouble Maker Defends Her Name, a deeply personal book about Luvvie’s steadfast pride in determing who she is told in a children’t format. Luvvie stops by the podcast to discuss how she decided at a young age that she would take pride in her name and honor the sacredness of owning your name. She offers wisdom about letting that deep sense of self guide your path as she connects the dots of her journey from blogger to New York Times bestselling author.

Lady, if you’re in need of a jolt of authentic inspration then this episode is one you won’t want to miss!

Quote of the Day:
"I have the confidence of a Black woman who WINS in spite of everything thrown at her. That confidence is grounding."
– Luvvie Ajayi Jones

Where to find Luvvie Ajayi Jones:
Website: www.awesomelyluvvie.com
Book: Little Trouble Maker Defends Her Name
Patreon: Luvvie Ajayi Jones
Instagram: @luvvie
LinkedIn: Luvvie Ajayi Jones

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcastShow more...

2 months ago

48 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E8: Healing Financial Trauma with Alejandra Rojas

Hey lady! It’s almost the halfway point of the year. Are you making progress with your financial goals? If you’re still stuck in old patterns and running the same loop of financial management mishaps that lead to paycheck-to-paycheck scenarios then this episode is for you.

Alejandra Rojas is an entrepreneur, Forbes contributor, writer and the founder and CEO of Brown Way to Money, a financial mentoring platform that helps women overcome financial trauma and improve their relationship with money. She’s also the host of the podcast Brown Way to Money. As a trauma-informed financial coach, Alejandra helps you get to the root of your money wounds so that you can reframe your financial situation and begin to speak life into your bank accounts.

Lady, every day is a great day to restart your money plan and move yourself to solid financial footing. So, if you’ve turned off your notifications and ignore when your bank statements come in the mail let this episode be a gentle guide into taking accoutability of your financial past so that you can take ownership of your prosperous financial future. Warm up a nice cup of tea, grab your Cultivating H.E.R. Space journal and get ready to take notes. Alejandra has actionable tips you can implement today for a brighter financial tomorrow!

Quote of the Day:
“Being ambitious is a bad thing is one of the most ingrained beliefs we hold…when in reality, it’s what transforms everything.”
– Alejandra Rojas

Where to find Alejandra Rojas:
Website: Alejandrar.com
Podcast: Brown Way to Money
Instagram: @moneymindsetexpert
LinkedIn: Alejandra Rojas

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Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
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Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

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3 months ago

51 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E7: 12 Practices to Spark Joy When Life Feels Heavy

Hey lady! How are you centering your joy these days? Are you finding ways to turn up your happiness and maximize the fun in your life? Well, if you need some suggestions then this episode is for you! Terri and Dr. Dom have 12 great recommendations for keeping yourself centered and relaxed through all ups and downs life brings.

Whether it be getting lost in a good book, receiving restorative body work, spending time with your lover, or soaking up the sun there are options for feeling good when the world feels overwhelming. Stop by the Patreon Shop for a cute latte mug to savor your tea, rest your head on a Cultivating H.E.R. Shop pillow while you read your latest romance novel, or journal about your wildest dreams and aspirations.

Lady, the road to living your best life requires intentional self-care. Be ruthless about it. Have fun and love YOU, lady!

12 Practices to Spark Joy When Life Feels Heavy
1. Being outside
2. The gym
3. Fresh sheets and morning sunlight
4. Music that moves me
5. Delicious, nourishing meals
6. Intimate, romantic pleasure
7. Community and conversation
8. Quality time
9. Soulful movement
10. Getting lost in a good book
11. Restorative bodywork
12. Spa days

Quote of the Day:
"I embrace joy as my birthright."
– Tanya Denise Fields

One of our sponsors for this week is Feeld (like field, but with two E’s). Tired of dates that feel like interviews? Same. In 2025, we’re showing up as our full, unfiltered selves, and Feeld makes space for that. Whether you’re into open relationships, cuddling, just moved to a new city and wanna find your people, or you're traveling and hoping to connect, this is the app for it.

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Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

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3 months ago

44 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E6: Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-By-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable with Rachel Rodgers

Hey lady! Are you ready to get your ish together once and for all? Then bust that notebook out, sis, because this week Dr. Dom and Terri have a powerhouse guest join them to drop gems on how to get your financial house in order so you can welcome great wealth and prosperity in your life for good!

Rachel Rodgers is the founder and owner of Hello Seven, a multi-million dollar company that teaches diverse entrepreneurs how to earn more money and build wealth. She’s written several books on how simple mindset shifts can generate long-lasting gains and she’s here to offer more wisdom from her latest offering Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable. Don’t let the title fool you lady, this book is for all ages. In this episode Rachel offers a framework to help you get to the root of your financial ethos so that you can make decisions from a grounded and abundant place.

Sometimes it’s as simple as changing the internal dialogue from one of being broke to about to be rich. Making that shift can transform your financial life and put you in a position to build the life of your dreams.

Rachel highlights the importance of community in building your best financial life. If you’re looking for like-minded women to discuss the book and other issues that help you grow to your best self then head to Patreon where we gather for additional insights and resources. See you there!

Quote of the Day:
"No matter what your life or bank account looks like today, you can be wealthy."
– Rachel Rodgers

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Where to find Rachel Rodgers:
Website: Hello Seven
Book: Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable
Instagram: @rachrodgersesq
LinkedIn: Rachel Rodgers
Twitter (X): @RachRodgersEsq
Facebook: Rachel Rodgers

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

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3 months ago

47 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E5: The Positive Side of Standing Out with Dr. Chika Oriuwa

Hey lady! This week Dr. Dom and Terri welcome the inspiring and amazing Dr. Chika Oriuwa to Cultivating H.E.R. Space to discuss how she triumphed through personal challenges to become a medical trailblazer and a real-life Barbie doll.

Dr. Chika shares how despite her many accomplishments she braved a tough battle with disordered eating and found her way through the maze of perfectionism, Black exceptionalism, and the unique challenge of being the only Black student in her medical school class. And, still found a way to make her Immigrant parents proud of her hard work. She talks about it in-depth in her memoir Unlike the Rest.

Lady, if you’ve ever experienced feelings of being othered or the only in the room, then you’ll want to tune in and hear how Dr. Chika cultivated the inner resources to advocate for herself and succeed against the odds.

Quote of the Day:
"Celebrating yourself isn’t arrogance—it’s necessary. Own your story, your success, your shine."
– Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa

One of our sponsors for this week is Feeld (like field, but with two E’s). Tired of dates that feel like interviews? Same. In 2025, we’re showing up as our full, unfiltered selves, and Feeld makes space for that. Whether you’re into open relationships, cuddling, just moved to a new city and wanna find your people, or you're traveling and hoping to connect, this is the app for it.

Feeld is where curious, open-minded, and playful folks come to connect.

No ads. No pressure. Just vibes.

Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play. We'll see you in there, lady!

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Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Where to find Dr. Chika Oriuwa:
Website: Dr. Chika Oriuwa
Book: Unlike the Rest
Instagram: @drchikaoriuwa
LinkedIn: Dr. Chika Oriuwa
Twitter (X): @drchikaoriuwa

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

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3 months ago

53 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E4: 5 Powerful Ways to Stand Out and Build Connections in Your New Job

Hey lady! Are you ready to flourish at your job? Well, don’t delay , this episode is for you. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom put you on game as they create a roadmap for occupational success that anyone can follow at any level.

Are you ready to create not only systems but a mindset that puts you in the driver seat of your career and your life? Dr. Dom and Terri offer actionable steps that you can implement, in your own way, on day one!

There isn’t need for desperate energy when you’re working a plan that works for you! Use these tools to keep you proactive, nimble, and ready to activate when the moment calls you. Tap in, boss lady. Your dreams are waiting for you!

Quote of the Day:
“No one succeeds alone.”
– Unknown

One of our sponsors for this week is Feeld (like field, but with two E’s). Tired of dates that feel like interviews? Same. In 2025, we’re showing up as our full, unfiltered selves, and Feeld makes space for that. Whether you’re into open relationships, cuddling, just moved to a new city and wanna find your people, or you're traveling and hoping to connect, this is the app for it. Feeld is where curious, open-minded, and playful folks come to connect.

No ads. No pressure. Just vibes.

Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play. We'll see you in there, lady!

Goal Map Like a Pro Workbook
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

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3 months ago

47 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E3: Healing through Neuroplasticity and Epigenetics with Daria Burke

Hey lady! Have you ever considered where your beliefs come from and, more importantly, why you hold on to them so dearly? If you’re not aware it is not a coincidence that you have certain thoughts programmed into you. In fact, there are studies that certain patterns of belief and trauma can be passed through the generations. Epigenetics, the study of how behaviors and your environment can affect genes, is an area where medical professionals are starting to experience breakthroughs. They’re discovering that coupling this study with the study of neuroplasticity, the phenomenon of the brain reorganizing itself to form new neural pathways and adapting to new experiences, is a powerful path to healing.

Enter Daria Burke. Daria is a powerhouse of a woman who’s career has spanned from award-winning business leader to author. She joins Dr. Dom and Terri this week to discuss her new book, part memoir, part methodology Of My Own Making to share her journey through healing from a rough childhood and traumatic car accident to finding her unique voice and sharing it with others. Daria offers perspective on how using the wisdom from epigenetics and the tools that neuroplasticity offer as roadmap to a healing plan that is authentic to you. Tap in for the tools but also let Daria’s story serve as inspiration that life is what you make it! Go ahead and get your beautiful life, sis!

Quote of the Day:
"We are not defined by our origin stories. We choose who we become."
– Daria Burke

One of our sponsors for this week is Feeld (like field, but with two E’s). Tired of dates that feel like interviews? Same. In 2025, we’re showing up as our full, unfiltered selves, and Feeld makes space for that. Whether you’re into open relationships, cuddling, just moved to a new city and wanna find your people, or you're traveling and hoping to connect, this is the app for it.

Feeld is where curious, open-minded, and playful folks come to connect.

No ads. No pressure. Just vibes.

Download Feeld on the App Store or Google Play. We'll see you in there, lady!

Where to find Daria Burke:
Website: Daria Burke
Book: Of My Own Making
Instagram: @dariaburke
LinkedIn: Daria Burke

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Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology...

4 months ago

55 minutes

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E2: Why We Need Community More Than Ever and How to Start Building One

Hey lady! It’s strange times filled with a lot of uncertainty but one thing we know for sure is that we will get through all of this with strong community. This week Dr. Dom and Terri discuss some of the factors that got us to reckon with the fact that there is an uprising of people reporting feelings of loneliness and being alone. While those are natural feelings from time to time you can mitigate them long-term with a strong diverse community. We’re not talking about people you can post on Instagram, although that can be a part of it, we’re talking about the relationships that you intentionally cultivate that fit perfectly with your life. Are you a budding yogi and find it a central part of your self-care practice? There is someone out there with the same interest. Do you crave differing perspectives and rigorous debate about ideology? There’s a community out there waiting for you to join them.

The truth is while loneliness may be on the rise, there are people out there for you. And, as the world continues to reel from massive changes finding people that get you and care about you will be all the more necessary. Do yourself a favor a tune in to today’s episode for practical tools on building your community. Some of these may stretch you or push you or feel edgy, but that is the work. It’s putting your authentic self out there so that your people can find you. If you’re ready to dig deeper you won’t want to miss the opportunity to get Dr. Dom and Terri’s precise questions to help you dream up and call in the relationships that will fulfill you. They are in our Patreon. Are you a member yet? Girl, if you aren’t you are missing out! We connect as an online community with not only exclusive content, but access to members only resources and first dibs on community events. Join us! We’re cultivating a space for us while building them in our real lives! We love you, sis!

Seven Ways to Build or Deepen Community
1. Join something you genuinely love
Real talk: The easiest way to find aligned people is to go where your joy lives.

2. Reconnect with someone from your past
Real talk: Some of the most beautiful friendships are waiting for a simple “hey, I miss you.”

3. Try something new—even if it feels awkward
Real talk: The most aligned people are often waiting just outside your comfort zone.

4. Start something small—but intentional
Real talk: Community doesn’t have to be a big production. Start where you are.

5. Be the person who reaches out first
Real talk: Waiting on someone to invite you might mean missing out on the connection you need.

6. Build connection into your rhythm
Real talk: If you want community, you have to make room for it.

7. Don’t underestimate the power of one
Real talk: You don’t need a huge friend group. You need one aligned connection to start your community.

Quote of the Day:
"Community is much more than belonging to something. It's about doing something together that makes belonging matter."
– Unknown

One of our sponsors for this week is Feeld (like field, but with two E’s). Tired of dates that feel like interviews? Same. In 2025, we’re showing up as our full, unfiltered selves, and Feeld makes space for that. Whether you’re into open relationships, cuddling, just moved to a new city and wanna find your people, or you're traveling and hoping to connect, this is the app for it. Feeld is where curious, open-minded, and playful folks come to connect.

No ads. No pressure. Just vibes.

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4 months ago

43 minutes