Be Love Be Well Be Whole

By Nicole M. Raines, LMFT & Dr. Dena Scott

Be Love Be Well Be Whole is a holistic collaboration between two Gen X mental health professionals that takes a journey into the multiple pieces of experience that makes us whole. We will dive into re... more

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

Be Love Be Well Be Whole episodes:

December 16, 2022 From Letters to Swiping, Relationships The POV Episode
Wow, it’s been 2 years already! On this final and the anniversary stop of 2022’s journey, Nicole and Dena eavesdrop on a conversation between guests Edwardo Jackson and Chef Halili Davis. Join the journey as they share their points of view on dating, polyamory and situationships.
Edwardo is a connoisseur of cryptocurrency, lover of movies and fan of dating feedback. He also spends time as CEO & Founder of CinemaDraft, LLC and as a Cryptocurrency Consultant.
Connect with Edwardo
Website: www.cinemadraft.co
Instagram: @playcinemadraft
Chef Halili is a creative entrepreneur, celebrity chef, caterer, and mental health advocate.
Connect with Chef Halili
Website: https://www.palatesandpetals.com
Instagram: @palatesandpetals
Episode Theme Songs
Halili: "Plastic off the Sofa" by Beyonce
Edwardo: "Born Again" by Riahanna
Dena: “Feels Good” by Tony! Toni! Tone!
Nicole: "Back to Life" by Soul II Soul
Listen to the Theme Songs on Spotify "Be Love Be Well Be Whole Mood"
Follow us online:
Instagram: @belovewellwhole
Episode Producer: Dr. Shanelle L. Watson
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55min
November 09, 2022 Tap Into Your Sensual Intelligence With Ask Goody
This stop on the journey is tapping into our sensual intelligence. Join Nicole and guest co-host Dr. Shanelle Watson as they chat with Goody Howard (aka Ask Goody) about the difference between being sensual and sexual, the numerous types of orgasms and how to honor your sensual self. Goody is a revolutionary and dynamic boss of sensual and sexual empowerment. These traits are expressed in her work as a sexologist.
Learn more about and connect with Goody
Instagram: @askgoody
Website: https://www.askgoody.com
Listener Love: Use the Code: BELOVE to receive a 20% discount thru December 31, 2022

Episode Theme Songs
Goody: "Free Mind" by Tems
Dr. Shanelle: "Focus" by H.E.R.
Nicole: "Any Time, Any Place'" by Janet Jackson
Listen to the Theme Songs on Spotify "Be Love Be Well Be Whole Mood"

Episode Sign Posts
4:00 What's the difference between sensuality and sexuality?
5:30 You are a sensual human being having a sexual experience.
9:00 There are how many different types of orgasms?
12:25 How can I tap into my sensuality?

Follow us online:
Instagram: @belovewellwhole

Episode Producer: Dr. Shanelle L. Watson
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30min
October 03, 2022 Gratitude in Grief II
This stop on the journey has us continuing to explore the concept of gratitude within the grief process. Join Nicole and Dr. Dena and special guest producer and co-host Dr. Shanelle Watson as they define and discuss anticipatory grief and some ways to support yourself and others who are experiencing grief.
Learn more about and connect with Dr. Shanelle
https://drshanellelwatson.com
Instagram: @drslwatson

Episode Sign Posts
mark 5:45 defining anticipatory grief
Loving Kindness Meditation

Episode Theme Songs
Dr. Shanelle- "United in Grief" by Kendrick Lamar
Dr. Dena- " Choices" by E40
Nicole - " Cozy" by Beyonce

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Episode Producer: Dr. Shanelle L. Watson

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38min
September 11, 2022 Financial Gems With Darvell Williams
This stop on the journey is about getting our money together. Join Nicole and guest co-host Dr. Shanelle Watson as they chat with Darvell Williams about the relationship with money now and in the future. Darvell is an an educator and builder. These traits are expressed in his work as a financial professional.

Learn more about and connect with Darvell
Instagram: @darvellwfinancial
email: [email protected]

Episode Theme Songs
Darvell: "Golden Time of Day" Maze with Frankie Beverly
Dr. Shanelle: "Perm" by Bruno Mars
Nicole: "Run-in'" by Pharcyde

Listen to the Theme Songs on Spotify "Be Love Be Well Be Whole Mood"

Episode Producer: Dr. Shanelle L. Watson

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37min
August 22, 2022 Gratitude in Grief
This stop on the journey has us exploring the concept of gratitude within the grief process. Join Nicole and Dr. Dena and special guest producer and co-host Dr. Shanelle Watson as they share their own experiences with losing their mothers and some of the things that have helped in their journeys. This episode is dedicated to those who have lost a mother but for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one, we encourage you to join the conversation.
Learn more about and connect with Dr. Shanelle
https://drshanellelwatson.com
Instagram: @drslwatson

Episode Sign Posts
Focus on the "here and now."
Have boundaries that allow us to make sure we are tapping into our own needs.
Have your affairs in order = talk about death in a meaningful way so the living know what to do.

Episode Theme Songs
Dr. Shanelle- "Heaven" by Beyonce
                     "Family Business" by Kaye West
                     "Thankful" by Mary Mary
                     "I'll Be Missing You" by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans
                     "One Sweet Day" - Mariah Carey featuring Boyz II Men
Dr. Dena- " Outstanding" by The Gap Band
Nicole - " I'm Gonna Live Till I Die" by Sarah Vaughan
             "Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield
             " The Boss" by Diana Ross
Listen to the Theme Songs

Episode Producer: Dr. Shanelle L. Watson
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50min
July 05, 2022 Wandering Through Meaning and Purpose
This stop on the journey has us exploring meaning and purpose. Join Nicole and Dr. Dena as they wander though a discussion about finding meaning and purpose in life.

Episode Sign Posts
Give yourself permission to not exist in just one way.
Does this elevate or depreciate your energy?

Episode Theme Songs
Dr. Dena- " Closer" by Slum Village & Dwele
Nicole - repeat of a previous episode (substitute "Lifted" by Trombone Shorty)

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25min
May 02, 2022 You Are Here
In this bonus episode, Nicole guides us through a few mental health hygiene exercises in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Each exercise is a minute or less. Let go of your self judgment and use whatever that comes up as information. Tune in and engage!
Exercises:
Sitting in Silence
Deep Breathing
5 Senses Grounding
Global Theme Song: "Under Pressure" by Queen and David Bowie
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11min
March 30, 2022 Taking Up, Holding, Sharing and Leaning into Space
This stop on the journey has us thinking about the ways we take up space. Join Nicole, Dr. Dena and their guest Patrice Marshall McKenzie as they delve into ways to bring your whole self into the spaces that you occupy. Patrice is an orator, door opener and celebrator of others. She spends her professional time as an educator and community advocate.
Connect With Patrice
https://www.patricemarshallmckenzie.com
Episode Sign Posts
The relationship has its own life too. As you create your relationship, develop rhythms around engaging and restoring. Operating as if we automatically know how to be a good partner can create a barrier. Learn how to shift from being reactive to being proactive and responsive. Engaging outside supports like therapy can be done at anytime and does not mean it is the end.
Resources
"It's Time to Talk (and Listen): How to Have Constructive Conversations About Race, Class, Sexuality, Ability & Gender in a Polarized World"
"4 Conflict Styles that Hurt Your Relationship"
Episode Theme Songs
Patrice- "Can You Feel It" by The Jacksons / "Workin' Day and Night" by Michael Jackson
Nicole - repeat of a previous episode (substitute "Lifted" by Trombone Shorty)
Dr. Dena- " Closer" by Slum Village & Dwele
Listen to the Theme Songs
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28min
February 26, 2022Conflict Could Be Where The Cool Stuff Comes From
Nicole and Dr. Dena are back for their second season! This year's journey starts in the relational space with be love. Join Nicole, Dr. Dena and their guest, Brandon Raines as they debunk some of the common myths about conflict in relationships.
Brandon is a people mover, seeker of kindness and creator of reflection. His professional time is spent as an Organization Design and Enterprise Coach.
Busting These Myths
1. Healthy relationships don't have conflict.
2. We should just know what a healthy relationship looks like.
3. Relationship toxic should always be zero.
4. It is the end if you go to relationship counseling or coaching.

Episode Sign Posts
The relationship has its own life too.

As you create your relationship, develop rhythms around engaging and restoring.

Operating as if we automatically know how to be a good partner can create a barrier.

Learn how to shift from being reactive to being proactive and responsive.

Engaging outside supports like therapy can be done at anytime and does not mean it is the end.

Resources
"It's Time to Talk (and Listen): How to Have Constructive Conversations About Race, Class, Sexuality, Ability & Gender in a Polarized World"
"4 Conflict Styles that Hurt Your Relationship"

Episode Theme Songs
Brandon- "Zoom" by The Commodores
Nicole - "Virtual Insanity" by Jamiroquai
Dr. Dena- " I Like It" by DeBarge

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40min
January 31, 2022 Just Breathe
This month we are hanging out at a quick rest stop. Join Nicole for a moment to just breathe. Learn the science behind why breathing helps to calm us as well as two simple postures to practice belly breathing.
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10min

FAQs about Be Love Be Well Be Whole:

How many episodes does Be Love Be Well Be Whole have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.