In this episode of 10 Dimensions of Wellness, host Mika Newton speaks with Meisha Pon, founder of MyCircle Retreats, an emotional wellness platform built for mothers. Meisha shares how marriage and motherhood became unexpected mirrors that revealed her childhood wounds, and how those experiences led her to create trauma-informed spaces where moms can explore their own healing. With retreats based in Africa and self-guided resets available online, Meisha encourages mothers to reconnect with themselves, challenge inherited emotional patterns, and embrace self-care not as indulgence—but as survival.

Mother-Daughter Conversations: 3 Generations w/Robyn, Mika, & Ashlei

In this episode of the 10 Dimensions of Wellness Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill, a 3x Amazon bestselling author, spiritual strategist, and sacred space holder. Dr. Makeba guides us through a transformative conversation about moving beyond the outward symbols of success to find true inner peace and alignment.Many of us follow a well-worn path, collecting degrees and titles, only to feel anxious, unseen, and unfulfilled. Dr. Makeba shares her personal journey from being a healthcare executive suffering from chronic pain and burnout to discovering the power of energy healing—a path that helped her remember who she truly is.In this episode, we explore:The Intersection of Wellness: Dr. Makeba discusses how her work integrates emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness to restore wholeness.*Healing at the Root: Learn how to move beyond self-doubt and release generational patterns through practices like energy healing, spiritual hypnosis, and soul-aligned strategy.* **The Soul Bloom Method™:** Dr. Makeba explains her unique method for guiding individuals from burnout and self-doubt to clarity, confidence, and courageous embodiment.* **Wellness as a Birthright:** We tackle the myth that wellness is a luxury, reframing it as a necessary and sacred daily practice.* **Remembering Your Truth:** Discover why Dr. Makeba believes "we were sent here to remember," and how you can access the divine wisdom that has always been within you.This conversation is a powerful reminder that you are not broken or behind. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your peace, purpose, and power by coming home to the love and light within you.

In this episode of 10 Dimensions of Wellness, host Mika Newton welcomes Brandi Rhoden, LCSW—licensed trauma therapist, storyteller, and founder of Honeybee Wellness and Consulting.

Brandi opens up about her own lived experience with mental health disorders, and how her healing journey fuels her commitment to support other Black women navigating the lasting impact of trauma.

Through therapy, education, and her product line Embracing Stillness, Brandi invites us to challenge what we think we know about mental wellness, and to recognize that true healing happens in community—not isolation.

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Mika opens up in an intimate conversation with her closest friends about the power of sisterhood, accountability, and shared rest.

This is healing in public. This is friendship in its most human form.

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In this episode of 10 Dimensions of Wellness, host Mika Newton speaks with Danelle Brister, a Leadership and Wellness Strategist who helps high-achieving women grow in their careers without losing themselves in the process.

After building a successful career in tech, Danelle’s journey into motherhood forced her to question her approach to success, leading to a profound personal transformation.

Now, through coaching, wellness experiences, and corporate workshops, she helps women reconnect with themselves, set clear boundaries, and redefine leadership as a balanced, intentional practice.

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 In this episode of 10 Dimensions of Wellness, host Mika Newton sits down with wellness facilitator and nutritionist Kami Redd, founder of Kami Redd Wellness and Dear Black Woman. Kami shares how her personal journey through obesity, breast cancer, and emotional trauma shaped her mission to help others achieve total wellness—emotionally, physically, sexually, and culturally. Once known as the “Erogenous Chef,” Kami now uses cooking therapy and nutritional guidance to help individuals and couples reclaim joy, balance, and connection in every area of life.

Tune in as she unpacks the real meaning of living healthy, healed, and whole.

In this episode, we sit down with Mary Ann Stenquist, founder of Become Unshoppable, to discuss her unique approach to financial wellness. As a Spending Coach, Mary Ann helps individuals overcome the urge to shop by understanding the emotional and psychological drivers behind spending. She shares her personal journey from struggling with chronic migraines, depression, and a shopping addiction to achieving financial peace and taking control of her life. Mary Ann’s insights and tools empower listeners to break free from unhealthy spending habits and focus on creating wealth and peace with the money they already have. Tune in to learn how to become unshoppable and regain control of your financial future.

In this episode, we’re joined by Hadassah Shoshanah, founder of More Than A Speech Therapist, PLLC, and a specialist in trauma-informed communication mastery. Hadassah shares her journey through significant health and emotional challenges, from battling mold poisoning and candida to navigating decades of trauma, all without losing her spark. With a focus on the transformative power of communication, she reveals how it can become a profound tool for healing and growth. Tune in to discover the untapped potential of communication patterns, how to shift inner dialogue, and how to turn trauma into a tool for living your best life.

In this episode, we’re joined by Cheryle Hays, founder of InPower Strategists, whose journey from a challenging past to a purposeful present fuels her mission to unlock human potential and cultivate psychological safety.