Wow, we are back with another episode. I must say I have missed you all. In this episode, I will give you an update and all of the tea! Also, I am 30 now, what does that mean! It means, it is exciting and I am excited to see what comes next. I hope you all enjoy the episode. Please like share and send to that friend that you feel may need it! Love you ALL!
This was such a fun and informative episode! In this episode, I met with Omotunde “Tunde” Sowole-West, the brains behind Helping Us Grow Sexually (H.U.G.S.). Tunde is a Public Health Practitioner, Sex Coach and Educator! Tunde is enthusiastic and interested in the development and scale up of innovative sexual health practices and programs. She enjoys educating others about the importance of sexuality and sex education in a way that is relatable to all!
To Learn more about Tunde, she can be found @helpingusgrowsexually and @hugstoybox, as well as my website: www.helpingusgrowsexually.com
Hey beautiful people, this was such an amazing episode with Natasha Paris St. Amand. Natasha is a Licensed Therapist and the CEO of Freedom Reveal Image Consultants, LLC. She is also a partner of Nevetica, for pet wellness and health products, and in 2020, She recently founded G.U.R.L.S ( Girls, Unapologetically, Reaching, Levels, Successfully). You definitely don't want to miss out on the wisdom and relatability of this episode. In this episode, she shares the highs and lows of her transformation.
This is such a powerful episode with Vaisnavi Carana. She provided such insightfulness and knowledge regarding the power of yoga and mindfulness. Vaisnavi Carana is a podcaster, founder, and lead teacher at Mindful Trinity in Durban, South Africa specializing in Yoga, and mindfulness. She recently left corporate to pursue her passion of helping others through yoga, self- love, self-care, etc. She is a self-motivated yoga instructor, capable of guiding students in safe postures and sequences, taking into account individual physical strength and abilities. She accomplished at counseling clients on proper exercise, mental and emotional health and nutrition habits. She is organized, patient and compassionate. You can contact or access Vaisnavi's platforms using the link below:
https://linktr.ee/mindfultrinity
In this episode, I met with Julie Brendich. This was such a real and phenomenal episode. It was such a pleasure interviewing her. Julie is a Certified Coach and the Owner of Harmony & Success Personal Coaching. She uses her philosophy and approach on the "Midlife Awakening" to help professional women:
⬆️ find and get into the work they want to do
⬆️ weed out their toxic relationships so they can focus on the ones that are deep and meaningful
⬆️ get more control over their physical, mental, and social/emotional self-care
In this episode, I met with Jodi Krangle. Jodi Krangle has been a voice actor since 2007. She has worked with clients from major brands all over the world including Dell, BBVA & Kraft. She’s also a singer and in 2015, she put out her own album of jazz, blues and traditional tunes (jodikranglemusic.com). Over the years, and doing what she does, she’s learned a lot about sound and how it influences people. Her podcast on this subject is called Audio Branding: The hidden gem of marketing. For more information on that podcast, visit audiobrandingpodcast.com and for more information on Jodi, visit voiceoversandvocals.com .
In this episode, I met with Jeni Wren Stottrup. Jeni Wren Stottrup is the founder of the new podcasting membership and course platform, The Podcasters Forum. Jeni has been podcasting since 2012, through her production brand Gritty Birds Podcasting, she has produced her own content and also worked with hundreds of podcasters through workshops, private production clients, coaching and speaking.
She has been active in the national podcasting scene since 2015, Jeni has worked with brands including Mackie, RME, iHeart Radio, Freshbooks and spoken at conferences including She Podcasts Live, Podcasters Toolkit, Podcasters Summit, Podfest, Podcast Editors Conference, Indiepodcon and more. Her new platform helps bring diverse podcasters not only together, but together with the tools and accountability they need to grow and market through course access, speaker series and guest tutorials along with the framework of masterminds.
On this episode of the Woman Behind The Desk, I met with Davidra Bazemore-Blue. Davidra Bazemore-Blue is a clinical social worker and certified trauma specialist who’s worked in the field of behavioral health for 15 years. She’s committed her career to helping individuals via child welfare, correctional mental health, psychiatric hospital administration, military services, and private practice. Davidra is AMAZING and EXTREMELY informative. If you like what you hear please like, share, and add a review for the episode. For more information about working with Davidra for therapy, consulting, or training services go to www.southernmarylandcounseling.com. Or join her on Tuesdays at 7pm for her Instagram Live at True Blue Journals for inspiration, current event discussions, and emotional support topics to motivate the best parts of you.
Hi beautiful people, in this episode I met with returning guest Stefanie Jackson LMFT. We identify the how to's when it comes to moving on after a difficult relationship. As we know, relationships can be both easy and very difficult, but the moving on process can be a different path in itself. Don't miss on out on the gems that were dropped during this episode.
Resources: Whole Again: Healing Your Heart And Rediscovering Your True Self After A Toxic Relationships And Emotional Abuse by Jackson MacKenzie
Don't Forget Your Crown By Derrick Jaxn
Small Doses with Amanda Seales Podcast
Hi beautiful people, we are back with part 2! In this episode, I will be identifying how to heal from trauma. Trauma is subjective and healing takes consistent effort. However, with patience, intentionality,support, and consistency, it is possible. Also, please consult your primary care doctor or license therapist regarding tips in this podcast. The information comes from research, experience as a licensed clinician, and personal recovery from childhood trauma.
In this episode, I break down " What Trauma is and how it impacts the body". If you are not ready to learn and heal this episode may not be for you. I incorporated research and personal experiences that led to exposure of my personal trauma's. Trauma is often minimize or people fail to understand how it impacts us, so I broke a few things down. In the next episode, I will identify how one heals from trauma, so be on the lookout!
Resources:
The Body Keeps The Score, Brain, Mind, and Body In The Healing Of Trauma By Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD
Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving by Pete Walker
In this episode, I interviewed artist and brand designer, D. Floyd. D. Floyd is a huge local artist and humanitarian in the District of Columbia. He shares his journey as an artist and what motivates him during the grind. He shares life lessons and skills that he has learned throughout the process. If you are a creative, artist, brand designer or someone with a dream, you don't want to miss out.
This episode with Kelly Reddix Gadsden, LGPC was absolutely amazing and quite juicy! Kelly gave some amazing tips and feedback concerning relationships and her transition to marriage. We explored how to deal with conflict in a relationship to how to strengthen and build a dynamic team. Kelly shares her journey and things she has learned thus far. As we know, relationships and love can be difficult yet beautiful, so join the conversation.
For future episodes or topics that you would like me to discuss, please DM me at @ShannonDani_elle or @thewomanbehindthedesk.
In this episode, I met with the founder of Dream Manifest official, Kierra O. Kierra shares her journey towards manifesting her dreams. She became vulnerable during this amazing interview, sharing how she overcame her trauma to accomplish her goals. Cant' wait for you to hear it!!
This is a raw and real episode where I break down the journey of self-love. Self- love is certainly not always easy, but it is definitely obtainable. It is worth the journey because as they say, self love is the BEST love! In this podcast episode, I reference a great podcast and a few great books. I hope the resources below are helpful:
Podcast: Unlocking Us with Brene Brown
Books: The Motivation Manifesto by Brendon Burchard
Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Master Key To Riches by Napoleon Hill
No Matter what by Lisa Nichols
Until next time. Stay real, Stay radiant, and Stay revolutionary.
This episode of The Woman Behind The Desk, I interviewed Stefanie Jackson, LMFT and CEO of Divine-mind Therapeutics. In this episode, we discussed what it means to be a woman and things we have learned along the way. Tune in as we share advice and perspective as two women behind the desk.
