Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kimberly Kelly.

A real estate broker and entrepreneur who overcame a challenging upbringing in foster care, teen motherhood, and systemic adversity to become a successful businesswoman. Kimberly shares her journey of resilience, faith, and determination, offering inspiration to anyone facing difficult circumstances. Her story is a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and the power of believing in oneself.

🧭 Key Points 🌱 Early Life & Adversity

• Raised in foster care from a young age due to her mother’s struggles with addiction.
• Took on a caregiver role for her younger brothers at age 9.
• Became a mother at 15 and had two children by 18, while still caring for her siblings.

💪 Resilience & Mindset

• Developed a survival mindset early on, driven by responsibility and love for her family.
• Found faith and spiritual grounding during her time in foster care.
• Never doubted her ability to succeed despite overwhelming odds.

🎓 Education & Career Path

• Returned to complete her high school diploma and pursued technical education.
• Earned a degree in electronics engineering and transitioned into the IT world.
• Later became a licensed real estate agent and opened her own brokerage.

🏡 Business Ventures

• Founder of a real estate brokerage in McDonough, Georgia.
• Focuses on educating and empowering first-time homebuyers and entrepreneurs.
• Co-owner of a property preservation company, Get Adventurous, with her husband.

🤝 Leadership & Branding

• Leads a small team of agents with a hands-on, mentorship-driven approach.
• Emphasizes adaptability, personal growth, and celebrating small victories.
• Operates within a price range of $250K–$750K and above, adapting to market trends.

💬 Notable Quotes

“I’m superwoman. I’m phenomenal.”

“Foster care is supposed to be temporary, but sometimes it becomes permanent.”

“It never dawned on me that I wouldn’t be successful.”

“You can do anything. There is nothing you can’t do in this life.”

“Practice resilience. If you don’t have a support system, look in the mirror and talk to yourself.”

“I’m always in the mindset of staying adaptable.”

“My goal is to educate, motivate, and teach people that we can own real estate.”

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tracy Hudson.

A celebrity skincare expert:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

• Educate listeners on proper skincare routines.
• Debunk common skincare myths.
• Highlight the importance of tailored skincare products.
• Showcase Tracy Hudson’s expertise and influence in the skincare industry.

🧴 Key Takeaways 1. Skincare Myths Debunked

• Myth: Warm water opens pores and cold water closes them.
  • Truth: Pores are not muscles and do not open or close. Warm water is good for cleansing, but cold rinses are optional and not pore-closing.
  • Quote: “Pores are not muscles. They don’t open and close.”

2. Tailored Skincare Is Essential

• Over-the-counter products are often ineffective due to lack of regulation and personalization.
• Medical-grade products are more effective and not necessarily more expensive.
  • Quote: “FDA does not regulate over-the-counter skincare products.”

3. Facials Have Real Benefits

• Facials improve blood circulation, reduce stress, and have anti-aging effects.
• Results vary based on the type of facial and consistency of care.
  • Quote: “Facials are not just feel-good treatments—they’re anti-aging and deeply cleansing.”

4. Skincare for All Skin Types

• Tracy works with clients with facial hair and customizes treatments accordingly.
  • Quote: “Come in with your face the way you normally wear it.”

5. Natural Products: Use with Caution

• Aloe vera and sea moss can be beneficial but may not deliver strong results for issues like hyperpigmentation.
  • Quote: “Natural products are great, but they often fall short in delivering tangible changes.”

6. Holistic Wellness Approach

• Tracy emphasizes self-care, fitness, and nutrition as part of skincare and overall wellness.
  • Quote: “When you look good, you do good, you feel good.”

🌟 Notable Moments

• Rushion McDonald humorously realizes he’s been misinformed about skincare for decades.
• The interview ends with Rushion committing to better skincare and embracing terms like “exfoliation.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Yasmine Cheyenne.

📝 Summary of the Interview

Yasmine Cheyenne, an Air Force veteran, mental wellness advocate, and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her journey from a disadvantaged upbringing to becoming a published author and wellness coach. She shared insights from her books—The Sugar Jar and her latest, Wisdom of the Path—which focus on boundaries, healing, and self-empowerment. The conversation explored her military experience, personal transformation, and how she helps others confront fear and reclaim their lives.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Fear and Taking Risks

• Fear of failure and disappointment keeps many people stuck.
• Yasmine encourages people to confront fear and take action anyway.
• Her own decision to join the Air Force was a leap of faith that changed her life.

2. Military Discipline and Life Lessons

• The Air Force taught her discipline, consistency, and resilience.
• She applies these lessons to her personal and professional life.
• Quote: “Do you want to bet on yourself? Be willing to believe in yourself.”

3. Writing as Empowerment

• Her first book, The Sugar Jar, focuses on boundaries and self-care.
• Her second book, Wisdom of the Path, is about using past experiences as wisdom, not shame.
• Writing helped her transform her life and inspire others from similar backgrounds.

4. Boundaries and Self-Prioritization

• Without boundaries, people become overwhelmed and resentful.
• Saying “no” and advocating for yourself is essential to mental wellness.
• Quote: “We have to get comfortable letting people be disappointed with us.”

5. Redefining “Selfish”

• Being selfish is often misunderstood.
• Prioritizing yourself is necessary for success and well-being.
• Quote: “Every successful person has had to be selfish at some point.”

6. Wisdom of the Path

• The book encourages readers to trust their instincts and take the next step.
• It’s not a checklist—it’s a collection of relatable stories and reflections.
• Quote: “Use those experiences that you’re judging yourself for as wisdom to help you move forward.”

7. Mental Wellness Practice

• Yasmine helps people through coaching, writing, and speaking.
• She emphasizes healing through storytelling and shared experiences.

8. Accessibility

• Her books are available in print, digital, and audio formats.
• She personally narrates the audiobook version of Wisdom of the Path.

💬 Notable Quotes

• “Even if things fail, you have what it takes to get yourself to where you want to be.”
• “Take the meat and leave the bone.”
• “You already know what the next step is. What would happen if you just took it?”
• “We’ve been an enemy toward ourselves for years and don’t even realize it.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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