Be Your Own Kind Podcast

Be Your Own Kind Podcast

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  • EP 82: BYOK w/Chassidy Mickale: Stay Ready, Stay Winning

    Guest: Chassidy Mickale

    Title: Owner of Your Image Matters
    Role: Glam & Beauty Expert
    About the Guest:
    Chassidy Mickale is an industry-leading expert with over 10 years of experience in hair, makeup, and styling. As the owner of Your Image Matters, Chassidy aims to empower women to boldly and confidently embrace their image. She is more than just a stylist—her work reflects a blend of everyday looks and high fashion. Her passion for glam and beauty drives her commitment to helping others embrace their individuality. Chassidy’s motto, “Glam is my Jam,” perfectly encapsulates her approach to her work and life.
    Episode Highlights:
    In this episode, we discuss the importance of staying ready and how having a system tailored to success can make all the difference. Chassidy shares her career journey, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and the routines she created to continue growing in her business. We also dive into how staying prepared impacted her success and the steps anyone can take to "stay ready" in their personal and professional lives.
    Timestamps:
    0:00 Intro
    02:16 Image Matters
    08:43 Chassidy’s Inspiration Behind Her Business
    15:31 Adjusting During the Pandemic
    16:35 Creating Routines While Pivoting
    20:37 Expecting the Shift
    27:58 What Does Stay Ready Mean?
    34:36 How Does One Get Ready?
    41:36 Packing Genius
    44:25 Creating a System
    47:45 Future Plans
    50:17 BYOK Signature Question
    51:12 How to Find Chassidy
    51:48 Outro
    Contact Information:
    Website: https://www.chassidymickale.com
    Instagram: @ChassidyMickale
    Follow Chassidy to stay updated on her latest projects and glam inspiration!
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    55 min
  • EP 81: BYOK w/ Karlynn Benn: Love is the Verb

    Guest: Karlynn Benn

    Title: Creator of Love is a Verb
    Role: Liberation Strategist & Psychotherapist
    About the Guest:
    Karlynn Benn is the creator of Love is a Verb, an 8-session coaching protocol designed to shift both the conscious and subconscious mind. With over 15 years of experience, she is a Liberation Strategist and Psychotherapist who focuses on guiding women from a place of feeling "not enough" to embracing authentic freedom and self-love. Her motto, “Love is the Verb. I am the subject,” encapsulates her approach to helping others achieve personal transformation.
    Episode Highlights:
    In this episode, we explore the journey from self-doubt to self-love, focusing on self-compassion along the way. Karlynn shares insights from her experiences of overcoming self-hatred and explains how her coaching combines compassionate guidance with practical strategies to help clients silence their inner critics.
    Timestamps:
    0:00 – Intro
    0:32 – Getting to know Karlynn Benn
    04:04 – Karlynn’s Transition into her Purpose
    11:38 – People Pleasing Anonymous
    14:40 – Origin of “Love is the Verb”
    16:26 – What is a Liberation Strategist?
    19:49 – Where to Begin on the Self-Love Journey?
    27:21 – Roadmap to Self-Love
    36:20 – Karlynn’s Future Plans
    38:36 – BYOK Signature Question
    40:56 – Outro
    41:46 – Where to Contact Karlynn
    42:10 – Outro 2

    Contact Information:

    Website: loveistheverb.com
    TikTok: @loveistheverb
    Be sure to follow Karlynn to stay updated on all her upcoming projects and insights!

    43 min
  • Say What!?! 1: Is Chrisette Michele Owed an Apology?

    Grammy Award-Winning Chrisette Michele was once regarded as the Neo-soul princess until she decided to participate in the 2017 presidential inauguration. During this time, she endured a miscarriage, her label dropping her, and a lot of missed opportunities. Present-day Black celebrities who are actual supporters of Trump are not suffering as much as Chrisette Michele. Was she made the example back then? Did she deserve the treatment she was given?

    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction
    02:17 Was Travis Greene Affected?
    04:17 Detriment of Social Media Opinions
    05:38 Chrisette's Reason for Participating
    07:01 Potential Performers of the 2017 Inauguration
    10:09 Chrisette's Hardships & Losses
    18:48 Tale of Solomon Burke
    22:01 Chrisette Expresses Regret
    24:23 Present-Day Trump Supporters
    30:53 Chrisette Realizes Celebrity Responsibility
    32:40 Chrisette's Redemption
    35:48 Two Cents Outro
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    39 min
  • EP 80: BYOK w/ Cassandra Rosa: Unpacking the Power of Impact

    In this episode, I spoke with certified healer and business coach Cassandra Rosa about the power of impact and the importance of "Now What" moments. We also discussed the importance of intentions and defined what impact we want to leave within our businesses.

    Cassandra helps spiritual entrepreneurs create fulfilling lives and impactful businesses. She is a Reiki master, an award-winning speaker, and the award-winning author of the book Now What: Create the Clarity to Achieve Your Dreams. Cassandra also hosts a personal development and business podcast called Fulfilled Female Entrepreneur on all major podcast platforms!
    Chapters:
    00:00:00 Intro
    00:03:48 The "Now What?" Dilemma
    00:04:48 Creating a Fulfilling Life
    00:07:35 Releasing the "Stuck" Mentality
    00:11:02 Creating an Impactful Business
    00:20:21 What is a Certified Healer?
    00:23:05 BYOK Signature Question
    00:24:01 Cassandra's "Now What" Moment
    00:25:30 Outro


    Contact Cassandra at:

    Website: https://www.cassandrarosa.com

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/Cassandrarosaa
    Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you
    to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at ⁠www.beyourownkind.com⁠.
    Subscribe to our Media Partner's YouTube: ⁠https://www.thebpmediaco.com/⁠
    Take Care of that Sweettooth at ⁠www.cookingwithcurves.com⁠
    Grab your copy of Devon Hall's Third Book, "In Case of My Death...Burn the World
    Down". https://loudmouthbrowngirl.com/shop/⁠⁠
    Support Mommy's
    Business: CBS3 Designs: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs...
    Seeking Therapy? Get 10% off your first month at ⁠https://betterhelp.com/byok⁠

    28 min
  • EP 79: BYOK w/ Whitney McCoy-Cooper: Surviving Motherhood & Spiritual Warfare

    In the episode, I reconnected with my Sis Whitney McCoy Cooper to catch up on things she's been working on in the past year. She shared with us the life of mothering a toddler, forming a new mom's group entitled the " Mommy Franchise," and we really got into the craziness of the spiritual world and maintaining our identity in Christ.

    Whitney McCoy-Cooper is a Global Project Manager and Productivity Coach for moms looking to ditch procrastination and achieve their goals. She holds an M.B.A. with a concentration in project management and certifications in organizational leadership, and more recently, she earned the Women's Entrepreneurship Certificate.
    Get a refresher or get introduced to Whitney from our initial interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2blNx1glYIrKM62EdIzlW1?si=2IavRSoIQYG8nEdQgIm5Hg
    Contact Whitney:
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamjustwhit
    Website: https://www.justwhit.com
    Chapters:
    00:00:00 Intro
    00:03:44 Surviving the Toddler
    00:08:20 Origin of the Mommy Franchise
    00:21:55 Welcoming God into your Decisions
    00:23:21 Self-Care for Moms
    00:24:38 Inviting God into your Business
    00:27:42 Whit gives clarity on Witches and Witchcraft
    00:33:05 What it Means to Dream about Ancestors
    00:34:55 Navigating through Dreams
    00:40:27 Spiritual Warfare is Real
    00:47:13 Possible reason People are Veering From Church
    00:53:39 BYOK Signature Question
    00:55:35 Outro
    Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you
    to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at ⁠www.beyourownkind.com⁠.
    Subscribe to our Media Partner's YouTube: ⁠https://www.thebpmediaco.com/⁠
    Take Care of that Sweettooth at ⁠www.cookingwithcurves.com⁠
    Grab your copy of Devon Hall's Third Book, "In Case of My Death...Burn the World
    Down". https://loudmouthbrowngirl.com/shop/⁠⁠
    Support Mommy's
    Business: CBS3 Designs: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs...
    Seeking Therapy? Get 10% off your first month at ⁠https://betterhelp.com/byok⁠

    59 min
  • EP 78: BYOK w/ Jamie Cromer: The Power of Bouncing Back

    In the episode, I spoke with Psychoanalyst and Certified Chopra, Jamie Cromer, about the importance of resilience and its major role when navigating through life. We also talked about re-opening your heart to being a part of a community and finding the time to implement self-care daily.
    Jamie is a licensed Clinical Social Worker ACSW FABP TA Board-Certified Psychoanalyst Certified Chopra Ayurvedic Lifestyle Instructor who teaches her integrated approach to balance and wellness. Through that integration of Psychoanalytic and Ayurvedic techniques, she guides others to the life they've always dreamed of and the one they meant to live. Windows to Wisdom® is focused on guiding women to build self-awareness, balance mind/body/spirit, and take purposeful action.
    Contact Jamie:
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/windowtowisdom
    Website: https://www.windowstowisdom.com/
    Chapters:
    00:00:00 Intro
    00:07:51 Importance of Self-Discovery
    00:11:05 Inspiration behind the framework
    00:17:32 21-Day Reflection Challenge
    00:20:52 Space to Settle Emotions
    00:22:31 Art of Resilience
    00:33:58 Finding time to fitting in Self-Care
    00:41:45 The Importance of Community
    00:47:05 How to keep up with Jamie
    00:48:29 BYOK Signature Question
    00:51:56 Outro
    Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you
    to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at ⁠www.beyourownkind.com⁠.
    Subscribe to our Media Partner's YouTube: ⁠https://www.thebpmediaco.com/⁠
    Take Care of that Sweettooth at ⁠www.cookingwithcurves.com⁠
    Grab your copy of Devon Hall's Third Book, "In Case of My Death...Burn the World
    Down". https://loudmouthbrowngirl.com/shop/⁠⁠
    Support Mommy's
    Business: CBS3 Designs: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs...
    Seeking Therapy? Get 10% off your first month at ⁠https://betterhelp.com/byok⁠

    54 min
  • EP 77: BYOK w/ Jill Lanier: Mental Renaissance: Free Your Mind

    In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jill Lanier, the founder of Mindful Renaissance. Our conversation centered around the power of mindfulness in our daily lives, and how it can help us make sound choices based on our emotions. Taking the time to rest with our emotions can help us unlock our potential and shift our mindset in the face of an increasingly complex and stressful world.

    Jill's work is truly inspiring. Through her Mindful Renaissance Framework, she has helped countless people unlock their ability to shift their consciousness and embrace a more mindful way of living. Her weekly newsletter and interactive workshops are a testament to her dedication to helping others. It's no wonder she has been featured on TV for the impact of her work in the community.

    Contact Jill at:

    Website: https://www.mindfulrenaissance.com/welcome

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfullyjill/


    00:00:00 Intro

    00:02:16 Meeting Jill Janier

    00:04:49 Intro of Mental Renaissance

    00:05:48 Birth and Purpose of Mental Renaissance

    00:10:00 The Purpose of Meditation

    00:12:26 Mindful Meditative Practice

    00:16:41 Noticing Mood & Choosing Behaviors

    00:17:59 First Step of Mindful Renaissance- Pausing

    00:21:07 AD: Cooking With Curves

    00:22:08 AD: #Betterhelp

    00:24:04 AD: In Case of My Death Book Release

    00:25:03 The Body Takes Notice

    00:26:11 Projection

    00:27:06 Second Step of Mindful Renaissance- Noticing

    00:29:22 Third Step of Mindful Renaissance- Resting

    00:35:36 Fourth Step of Mindful Renaissance- Choice & Agency

    00:38:21 Three Attributes of a Mindful Practice

    00:40:24 Upside of Mindful Practice

    00:41:21 Finding what Works for You

    00:45:28 BYOK Signature Question

    00:47:16 Contacting Jill Lanier

    00:49:16 Outro


    Don't forget to sign

    up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you
    to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at www.beyourownkind.com.

     

    Subscribe to our

    Media Partner's Youtube: https://www.thebpmediaco.com/

     

    Take Care of that

    Sweet tooth at www.cookingwithcurves.com

     

    Grab your copy of

    the Devon Hall's Third Book, "In Case of My Death...Burn the World
    Down".

    https://loudmouthbrowngirl.com/shop/⁠

     

    Support Mommy's

    Business: CBS3 Designs: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs?ref=shop_sugg_market

    Seeking Therapy? Get

    10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/byok

     

    52 min
  • BYOK Two Cents 65: EQ 103: Self Regulation

    In this episode, we discussed how essential aspects of maintaining our mental and emotional well-being.
    Chapters
    00:00:00 Intro
    00:02:03 Sunshine: Beyonce Spoof
    00:04:04 Sunshine: What Self-Sabotage Looks Like
    00:06:29 Sunshine: Stay Soft
    00:07:20 AD: #THEBLUEPRINTMEDIALIVE00:09:13 AD: Queensgiving
    00:11:30 Kee W/ Ree: Girlfriend Plays Man
    00:15:41 Kee W/ Ree: Brian Mcknight Change Name
    00:17:29 Kee W/ Ree: Tipping at Self Checkout
    00:21:40 AD: BYOK Platform
    00:23:36 What's the 411?: Tyler Perry Pass on BET
    00:25:36 What's the 411?: Creation of Ebony Alert
    00:28:55 AD: CBS3 Designs
    00:30:21 Main Topic: Self-Regulation
    00:35:23 Main Topic: Self-Regulation Start at Childhood
    00:44:43 Main Topic: Managing Emotions
    00:49:57 Main Topic: Self-Regulation Tips
    01:01:58 Main Topic: How Do You Self-Regulate?
    01:06:38 Next Week Topic
    01:08:57 Outro
    Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at www.beyourownkind.com.
    Take Care of that Sweet tooth at www.cookingwithcurves.com
    Subscribe to our Media Partner's Youtube: @thebpmediaco
    Support Mommy's Business: CBS3 Designs: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs?ref=shop_sugg_market
    Seeking Therapy? Get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/byok

    1 hr 12 min
  • EP 76: BYOK w/ Devon J. Hall: Fighting Femicide and Stupidity

    In this episode, we are joined by Devon, who shares her inspiring story through her new book, "In Case of My Death...: Burn The World Down". She sheds light on the hidden Femicide that takes place in Canada and the challenges women face after abduction and violation. Devon's message empowers women to find their voice and stand up against injustice. We also take a moment to reflect on how celebrity news can distract us from the real issues in the world. Devon J Hall is a Writer, Blogger, Content Creator, and Faerie Witch from BC Canada who fearlessly shares her story with the world, inspiring others to do the same.

    Contact Devon:

    Website: https://loudmouthbrowngirl.com/shop/

    Instagram: OriginalLMBG

    Books: Shop at Amazon


    Chapters:

    00:00:00 Intro

    00:02:03 Catching Up with Devon

    00:03:08 Devon's New Book

    00:04:17 Inequality is Worldwide

    00:05:32 Canadian Femicide

    00:08:02 Curse of "Keeping Your Mouth Shut"

    00:10:17 Ways S3xual Assault is Brought to Awareness

    00:13:31 Will Smith & Jada Pinkett Smith, Enough!

    00:16:37 Tupac Project & Legacy

    00:23:25 Back to Jada

    00:27:04 As Content Creators How Much Should We Share?

    00:27:41 AD: Cooking With Curves

    00:29:42 AD: #BETTERHELP

    00:31:54 Drake, Who is Claiming Him?

    00:33:43 Devon Disrespects Michael Jackson

    00:35:28 Palestine & Hollywood

    00:36:55 Devon Profess Last Book for Awhile

    00:38:20 More things Renita and Devon don't have in Common..lol

    00:40:23 The Relieve from Searching Pop Culture

    00:41:18 Ethical Fail

    00:42:55 Hollywood Children Exploitation

    00:44:20 Men Sharing their S3xual Assault Experience

    00:45:41 My gripes with Ageism

    00:46:38 Is the world uncomfortable with viewing Women as Sexual Beings

    00:47:52 Devon's Opinion on Lizzo

    00:52:13 Devon on Usher, Geez

    00:54:32 Piggybacking to Drake

    00:56:54 Devon also not claiming Tory Lanez

    00:58:33 Chrisean and Blueface, Reason Devon Swore Off Relationships

    01:02:03 BYOK Signature Question

    01:04:00 Devon's Cure for Anxiety

    01:05:32 Release of Devon's Book

    01:06:34 Outro


    Don't forget to sign

    up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at www.beyourownkind.com.

     

    Take Care of that Sweet Tooth at www.cookingwithcurves.com

     

    Check out our Media Partner :https://www.thebpmediaco.com/

     

    Support Mommy's Business: CBS3 Designs: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs?ref=shop_sugg_market

    Seeking Therapy? Get

    10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/byok

    1 hr 10 min
  • BYOK Two Cents 64 w/ Mommy: Shooting the Breeze October Version

    In this episode, we dived into dealing with the actions of the unhealed people, surviving being mishandled, and more.


    00:00:00 Intro

    00:02:21 Sunshine: Robots Designed for the Disabled

    00:04:00 Sunshine: Reading Mixed Signals

    00:04:53 Sunshine: Usher Gets Key to Las Vegas

    00:07:39 AD: #THEBLUEPRINTMEDIALIVE

    00:08:49 AD: Queensgiving

    00:09:51 AD: StormyNightVibez

    00:11:07 Kee W/ Ree: Woman Confronts Friend Who Outdresses Her

    00:14:48 Kee w/ Ree: Will Smith's Comment

    00:16:25 Kee w/ Ree: Will Smith Pleads for Mom to Stop

    00:18:06 Kee w/ Ree: Glamour v. Halle Bailey

    00:20:43 AD: CBS3DESIGNS

    00:22:11 What's the 411?: President sending $100 million to Palenstine?

    00:24:14 What's the 411?: Jewish at Congress

    00:25:01 What's the 411?: Migrants Moving to St. Louis

    00:27:28 AD: #BYOKPLATFORM

    00:30:50 Main Topic: Why Are People So Judgemental?

    00:36:50 Main Topic: Handling UnHealed People

    00:47:56 Main Topic: Mishandling People

    01:03:08 Next Week's Topic

    01:04:46 Outro


    Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future content that will empower you to create a happier and more fulfilling lifestyle. Subscribe at www.beyourownkind.com.


    Take Care of that Sweet tooth at www.cookingwithcurves.com


    Subscribe to our Media Partner's Youtube: @thebpmediaco


    Support Mommy's Business: CBS3 Designs: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CBS3Designs?ref=shop_sugg_market


    Seeking Therapy? Get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/byok

    1 hr 7 min

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