How have you evolved over the last few months?

In this episode, Nick and Ray discuss the evolution Balance Period has made as an organization over the past couple of months. They shared what influenced the front-facing changes to how Balance Period is being branded and how the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. Blueprint was created as a tool to make generational wellness accessible to everyone. They also offer insight into how Balance Period will leverage partnerships to empower the Black community to create generational wellness, one healthy habit at a time.

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If we get caught up in experiences from our past or expectations of our future then we will miss out on an opportunity to appreciate where we are in the present moment. Our guest on this episode is Demond Hicks. Demond is a father, author, entrepreneur, and philosopher.

"You've been talking about what you are going to do for the last two years, when are you going to just do it?"

Demond tells his story of overcoming procrastination so he could begin tapping into his full potential and living a life with no regrets. He talks about his mindset on life, what motivates him to keep moving forward, and some of the habits he practices to promote his well-being from the inside out. He also shares one habit he practices with his daughters to make sure he is creating generational wellness.

If you are interested in getting connected with Demond, here is where you can find him:

Facebook: @DemondHicks

Instagram: @_iamdemond

Website: www.flowcode.com/page/demondhicks

Also, be sure to check out Demond's book, Keys To Elevate: Buy Here

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If our behaviors aren't aligned with progressive principles, we miss out on opportunities to actualize our potential. Our guest on this episode is Keenan Davis. Keenan is a wellness entrepreneur, community leader, author, and national-level bodybuilder.

Keenan tells his story of developing the principles that now help him win in his personal and professional life. He emphasizes the importance of focussing more on what we can contribute to life instead of being stuck in a poverty mentality. He also shares some of the habits he would recommend us practice if we want to live a happy and healthy life.

If you are interested in getting connected with Keenan, here is where you can find him:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keenan.f.davis

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://refinershealthandnutrition.net/

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The most important relationship we will ever build is the one we have with ourselves. Our guest on this episode is Evangeline DeonJaylese. Van is a Self, Sex & Social Guide who helps individuals explore the depths of self and embrace their sensuality so that they can build better connections! She is the owner of Intentionally Social and co-host of Unapologetically Mindful Podcast.

Van tells her story of discovering her purpose and embarking on the missions that have helped her develop into the best version of herself. She shares the habits she practiced to pull herself out of her lowest point in life and cultivate the courage she needed to embrace her authentic self and empower others to do the same.

Remember that the relationship you build with yourself matters! Use what you learn in this episode to continue to deepen the connection you have with yourself.

If you are interested in getting connected with Evangeline, here is where you can find her:

Instagram: @evangeline_deonjaylese | @intentionallysocial

Podcast: @unapologeticallymindfulpodcast

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/EvangelineDeonJaylese

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Have you ever audited how you respond to what you experience?

In this episode, Nick and Ray conclude our We Can Only Manage What We Measure series. As we know, there is a lot in life we experience that is out of our control. At the same time, there is something that's in our control that has the power to fundamentally change the quality of our lives: how we respond to what we experience. By measuring how we respond to what we experience, we empower ourselves to be more intentional with our responses so we can keep them aligned with our values and goals.

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When was the last time you measured the quality of what you consume?

In this episode, Nick and Ray continue our We Can Only Manage What We Measure series. We all have heard the saying, "We are what we eat". This is indeed the case, but there are other aspects of our consumption that have a significant impact on our quality of life: what we watch, what we read, and what we listen to. By measuring the quality of what we consume in each of these domains, we give ourselves an opportunity to make the proper adjustments to our consumption habits that will help us maintain optimal mental, physical and spiritual well-being.

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Have you ever measured how you spend your time and energy?

In this episode, Nick and Ray continue our month-long "We Can Only Manage What We Measure" series. In our personal and professional lives, we experience many things that are out of our control. When we think about our quality of life and creating generational wellness, this is determined based on what we can control: what we believe about ourselves and the habits we choose to practice. By measuring how we spend our time and energy, we gain the valuable insights we need to make informed decisions about ways we can align the habits we practice with our mind and body's optimal function.

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How do you measure what's happening in your mind & body?

In this episode, Nick and Ray kick off a new series entitled "We Can Only Manage What We Measure". Throughout this series, they will be going in-depth on where we can focus our attention and energy to promote our well-being and longevity. Here is what you will experience throughout this episode:

1. Mindful Moment - Pause and observe 3 DEEP breaths as you expand your awareness of where you are and what you feel.

2. Measuring What's Happening in Your Mind - Learn some practical ways to begin to measure what's happening in your mind and how it impacts the quality of your mental health.

3. Measuring What's Happening in Your Body - Learn some sustainable ways to measure various aspects of your physical health.

Remember that the value in adopting a measurement tool comes from reflecting on the data you collect and being teachable enough to embrace the changes required for you to keep the habits you practice aligned with your mind and body's optimal function.

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Guiding Question: How do you invest in your mental health?

Nick and Ray break down this episode into 4 parts:

1. Mindful Moment - Mindfulness is a practice. In today's exercise, we pause, observe 3 DEEP breaths, and focus our attention on the thoughts and feelings we experience as we breathe.

2. Check In - Each takes time to share their current state of well-being and where they are focusing their energy to create generational wellness.

3. Feedback Chat - Ray shares some feedback received after EP175. He and Nick discuss why they choose to use the term "empower" when describing the impact they want to have on Black entrepreneurs.

4. Investing In Our Mental Health - Ray shares some results from a QuickBooks survey that points to mental health is important in the minds of Black business owners/users of their platform. He and Nick express their perspective on these findings and sustainable ways we can begin to invest in our mental health moving forward.

Use what you learn from today's episode to continue to develop your Sustainable Self-Care System, and create generational wellness as you build generational wealth. 

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Pause, and observe a DEEP breath. What story are you writing for yourself? In this episode, we welcome Frank "Q" Gatson to the show. Q is a fitness enthusiast, marketer/storyteller, and father. He shares his story of experiencing a mindset shift that resulted in him becoming the author of his life. Q highlights the importance of investing in your whole self from the inside out and managing your time/energy in a way that is aligned with your overall well-being. He also shares the activities he practices on a typical day/week to help keep his cup full.

This episode is a great reminder that we are the authors of our lives. No matter where we've been and what we've been through, we get to write the next chapter of our story. Regardless of what direction you choose to take your story, remember to be patient with yourself and kind to yourself as you be the change you want to see in your family and community.

Here's how you can connect with Q...

Instagram/Twitter/Facebook: @q_gatson

Facebook Group: #30in30 Run Club

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