Welcome back Black & Blooming listeners! In today's episode, I interview KaPreace Young and ask her questions on how she started her non-profit, Shades of Queening. Within this episode we discuss how to build a community and make a change for those around you and KaPreace offers advice on how to keep persevering when you're unsure what to do. Listen now to hear how we're working to build communities for women and make a change. You can find all of the websites and social media platform links mentioned in today's episode below:

Hi Black & Blooming listeners! Today's episode does contain sensitive subject matter as mentioned in the beginning of the episode so please feel free to skip today and listen to next week's episode instead. For episode two of the new era, I interview curvy lifestyle, Davida's Diary. Not only does she offer advice on how to maintain confidence and love yourself at any size, but she also shares a few tips on listeners who may also want to become curvy influencers. You don't want to miss this one! You can find all of the websites and social media platform links mentioned in today's episode below:

Listen to me kick off season 3 of the show by talking about wellness culture. As someone, who wants to dive more into the wellness space I felt the need to speak up about some of the things I noticed that aren't very inclusive. Feel free to share your thoughts with me on wellness culture on social media or shoot me an email. I have included links to all all things addressed in today's show below.

Black & Blooming Podcast Trailer - https://redcircle.com/shows/7ca073de-dcd6-457b-8ad4-9b1204092c8e/episodes/357a4453-d3aa-40f2-9deb-370f0d34b25a

2023 Wellness Challenge Announcement - https://redcircle.com/shows/7ca073de-dcd6-457b-8ad4-9b1204092c8e/episodes/357a4453-d3aa-40f2-9deb-370f0d34b25a

FabSocialism’s Video - https://youtu.be/JgMyp0QxQWs 

Toxic Positivity Episode - https://redcircle.com/shows/7ca073de-dcd6-457b-8ad4-9b1204092c8e/episodes/357a4453-d3aa-40f2-9deb-370f0d34b25a

Hi Beautiful People! I think it's time we start a new chapter where we focus on uplifting and empowering Black women. It's not enough to go through life constantly in survival mode, instead we deserve to enjoy life. Tune in for a sneak peek of what's to come in the show!

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In today's episode, I announce the 2023 Wellness Challenge, I will be doing with my podcast listeners to kick off the new year. This year we're making a plan and sticking to it on the best ways to improve our wellness journeys and gather support from others! If you're interested in being a part of the challenge don't forget to sign up below

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Season 2 Ep. 10 | In this week's episode, I share my experience of attending a local women's summit and what I began thinking about as result of attending.  While I did leave feeling inspired, I also realized that a few negative emotions were brought up for me that many Black women struggle with.  I discuss some of the common fear Black women have when it comes to success with our creative and business ventures, as well as share advice on how to combat that!

The holiday season is approaching and as I discussed in the episode, I love supporting other Black creatives and their business.  That's why this year I have created a holiday gift guide so you can buy your loved ones the perfect gift.  My guide features 13 Black-owned businesses and 30 products, if you would like for me to add other brands and products, please DM the podcast Instagram or contact me via email. I have included the link to the guide as well as the two companies I couldn't include within the guide below:

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This week I felt called to do more of a life update/check-in with you all.  As we enter the winter months and the end of the year, I know a lot of things can begin to come up for us.  In this bonus episode, I share updates on how I'm doing in different aspects of life, including friends, career, mental and spiritual health, and what I would like for the future of the podcast.  Tune into this week's episode to check-in with me and for updates on things I've discussed in previous episodes.

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Podcast IG: blackandbloomingpod

Personal IG: thelovely_dahliaj

Email the podcast at [email protected]

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Season 2 Ep. 8 | In this week's episode, I talk with my professional mentor, Shelby Wilburn, and discuss what it's like to be a Black woman in the professional world and the feeling of Imposter Syndrome that comes with that.  Shelby shares some of her personal experiences on being a woman of color in the corporate world and the inner work she has done to combat that, while I share what I'm currently going through feeling like I don't belong.  Listen to the full episode to hear  advice on how to overcome Imposter Syndrome and lean into your light!

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Podcast IG: blackandbloomingpod

Personal IG: thelovely_dahliaj

Email the podcast at [email protected]

Connect with Shelby!

Personal IG: sincerelyshelby__

Professional IG: melangestudios_

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelbywilburn/

Personal Website: shelbywilburn.com

Digital Studio Website: melangestudios.co