Conversations with Toi

Happy 1st of July. As we start a new month sometimes all we focus on are the goals but not the plan. We need a plan of action in order to make life happen in real time. No more goal setting without a plan.

How do we simplify a plan? We talk about it on the show.

Internet stories: is the "baby" mom who told her "baby" daddy that he had to bring food for her other kids who aren't his right or wrong? Could it be a hoax/skit? I do a little digging

4th of July weekend is upon us. Whether you celebrate with family, friends, or by yourself stay safe. From injuries surrounding fireworks, driving under the influence and more you are going to want to stay and be safe

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We have Kristin Sparks of Wrar. Kristin is an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster of Wrar with Sparks. In 2013 she suffered a fall that left her wheelchair-bound and later, battled and survived cancer. In 2021, she founded the Sister Wyrd Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that supports and celebrates women on their journey of self-transformation.

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We talk about Joy and what that means. Making mistakes or having regret and not pushing that on others while also taking accountablity for the things that we are doing or have done. Also ways to practice self care. How can we fill our own joys as life takes on many highs and lows.

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Drink of the day: Red, White, and Blue layered Cocktail.

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On the Blog: Increasing Joy to start you day

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Have a great day no matter when you are listening to this podcast. Nothing is by accident that you are listening to this episode. Listen, share, and leave a comment

Happy Father's Day to all of the amazing dads. The ones that are active, attentive, and present we salute you. To the ones who don't we have a lot to talk about on today's episode. I have my guest of the week as my husband, Marques.

He had a relationship with his Father up until the age of 18 due to his Mother making that happen. After that, his father hasn't been active in his life. We talk to him about how that felt as he stepped into adulthood, became a Dad and a husband.

We also talk about emotional responsibility. How do adults break generational curses in the emotional realm for themselves and their kids. For all those hurting around this time our hearts go out to you. Lastly what do Dads really want?

As always you can share, listen, and leave a comment on the podcast. Find me on social medias as Toitimeblog and also read the blog.

Today's podcast is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a scoop wellness that allows you to absorb 75 quality vitamins and minerals regardless of your health needs. Athletic Greens is giving you a Free 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D with 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Go to their site www.athleticgreens.com/emerging to take ownership over your health needs

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Today's topics will cover music as a form of self care. What is your go to song when life hits in various ways? Taking care of self what that really means and small ways to increase it. The Kimmel Cultural Center is having along with Wawa Welcome America an Arts Block Party, Parents and Summer with the kids. Taking responsibility for your personal actions

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Today we have Singer, Songwriter, and Storyteller M'Balia Singley. M’Balia Singley is a Philadelphia-based performing artist who has been exploring and excavating the human condition through story, song and audience engagement for the last quarter century. She has shared her musical talents in such legendary music halls as the Jazz Standard and Smalls in New York City, and the World Cafe Live and the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, and she can be heard on John Legend’s Grammy-nominated debut album, Get Lifted, Orrin Evan’s #knowingishalfthebattle, and her own self-produced albums, including her recent release, Halfway There. As an actor, M’Balia has appeared in First Lady Suite, Ain’t Misbehavin and The Vagina Monologues, and as an educator she has taught music to students of all ages

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I can be found on social media as Toitimeblog and on the blog as well.

You ever said or heard someone say "that's just me take it or leave it?" Or "that's just how I am!" These are phrases that we say when we want others to accept our bad behavior or unwilling to change something. As we grow and mature we understand that our bad attributes (we all have them) are not going to be acceptable by all.

Change that's the way I am with, I'm willing to work on that or willing to look into that. This is a pivotal change that will help you to do some soul searching. We all have been there on things we are unwilling to change.

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For those who are parents we know that kids will do what they eventually want to do but we have to get to the basics of respect. This week we talk about two incidents where kids have gone out of their way to disrespect adults and one story where a 10 year old girl shot and killed a neighbor.

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Staycations/vacations are they really worth the hype? Can a staycation center you? I talk about taking a branded staycation meaning a hosted trip with a brand and how it couldn't have come at a better time.

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Today's drink of the day is Blackberry Sangria. If you love a good red wine and blackberries this drink is your new go to for the Summer.

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Everyone is caught up in going viral. What is your message once you do? What are your goals? You get everyone's attention than what will you do? We are a society that looks for the next biggest thing that we forget that your purpose has to be greater than just these fleeting moments.

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In today's episode we talk about my visit to Kale my Name and Tabitha Brown. She is doing something with purpose with her viral moment. Instead of chasing moments she did the work, worked hard, and has purpose that is beyond her. If you are looking to do the same you got to be willing to pull your sleeves up. What is your message? Some of us just want likes and comments. In a creative space they are nice but you got to remember your why in life.

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Our hearts go out to those in Texas. The lives of the adults and children who lost their lives in the deadly massacre. Continue to lift them up in prayers. Hopefully we have real protection since school shootings are increasing. Here in Philadelphia, a child took pellet gun and shot 5 kids for no reason. What parent would be okay with their child handling any form of gun right now?

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RIP to my cat Tiki, we love you forever. This week we experienced a lost of love unimaginable.

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Today is National Road Trip day. Read the blog on some tips to help you on your next journey.

Also on the blog Part 1 of the BlogHer Health while in Los Angeles.

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Today's drink of the day is the Watermelon Mojito

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Memorial Day weekend is Summer's unofficial start and party. Be careful and have some fun. Don't forget Memorial day is about the celebration of those who gave their lives so we can have these freeish moments.

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Today's podcast is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a scoop wellness that allows you to absorb 75 quality vitamins and minerals regardless of your health needs. Athletic Greens is giving you a Free 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D with 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Go to their site www.athleticgreens.com/emerging to take ownership over your health needs

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You ever experience burnout and someone attributes it to you not being grateful? It's annoying right. You can have all of the resources in the world or none at all and we all experience the different stages of burnout in various ways.

We may not know or understand the ramifications that we all go through but it doesn't things in life any easier.

We have Holly Penney. She is a mom, finance enthusiast, speaker, writer, self-love advocate, 4-time ovum donor, travel addict, minimalist and lover of all things chocolate. Experiencing childhood trauma and then as an adult, Holly began to realize there were negative patterns in her life. One day, as she calls it a "low point," she decided to take matters into her own hands and dive deep into personal development. This was the beginning of her healing journey. Growing self-awareness, Holly came to realize that for the first 30 years of her life, she didn't know the meaning of self-care. After attending a retreat in 2019, Holly fell in love with herself and found a passion for journaling. Since 2019 she has made a commitment to prioritize self-care. Whether that's going for a run, taking a long hot bath or journaling. Holly started a successful professional bookkeeping firm (NovaRidge Bookkeeping Ltd.). Being able to support people was another passion of hers. Holly decided to make it her mission to support them anyway she could. She began creating a journal (launching June 2022) in hopes of inspiring women to fall in love with themselves. In 2021, Holly launched a book club called As The Page Turns, creating a safe space for like-minded women to talk about personal growth. She continues to share her story by speaking and writing. Holly is dedicated to supporting women on their self-love journeys by creating community through her workshops, retreats and journaling. Her new website will launch in May 2022.

Also as we start the weekend I want to challenge everyone to do something for themselves. Challenge yourself to do something that fills your personal. Fill your cup first so you can help others.

If you love Broadway than you will love Hairspray it's coming to Philly on May 17-22nd. Get your tickets because the show will sell out. It's coming to the Kimmel Center Campus and it will be an amazing time.

Things you will hear today are going to be about accountability, passion, mental health, and self care.

We interview Sandie Lee who plays Motormouth Maybelle as well as Jamonte Bruten who plays Seaweed Stubbs. We discuss diversity, what being in Hairspray means to them, self care, and how they show up for themselves daily. It's an amazing conversation that you don't want to miss.

How does Hairspray compare and differ now? Are there similarities to things happening in our present?

In the show the drink of the day is a Hot Toddy. In addition as we talk all things travel make sure you are traveling safely. In addition we do talk lightly on Kevin Samuels but not from the angle you think of.

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Make sure you do some form of self care daily and follow me on socials as Toitimeblog

Today's podcast is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a scoop wellness that allows you to absorb 75 quality vitamins and minerals regardless of your health needs. Athletic Greens is giving you a Free 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D with 5 travel packs with your first purchase. Go to their site www.athleticgreens.com/emerging to take ownership over your health needs

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Today's episode is about joy in wellness. What that means is learning to see the joy in taking care of you. It doesn't mean that life isn't hard. It doesn't mean that things don't continue to happen-it means that you are an active participant in what happens to you.

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Today's Guest is Sophia. Sophia is a Lifestyle Coach and Personal Trainer. Her mission is to inspire you to find the joy in your journey, through all the highs and lows. She loves sharing her relatable health, wellness, and self-development journey in hopes that you might relate and be able to flow and grow through yours. Her mission is to shift your perspective and provide actionable tips to help you align physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. You can find her on Instagram and on her own podcast, Flow with the Grow on Instagram too

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From your morning routine or your night routine what are you doing to help your day start or end? What about the ways in which you show up for yourself? You don't have to do it all-you just have to be able to start. There are times when you are boggled down and need to see joy. I want to challenge you to find ways to increase self care and more.

Cue all of the stores trying to make a profit. Rightfully so the woman who gave you life deserves it all. However Mother's Day isn't filled with warm bubbly thoughts. It's a struggle for many. For those who loss a Mother due to death its one of the hardest days outside of Christmas to deal with.

There are some who Mother is very much alive but you are separated by a strained relationship or other reason. So it is a reminder of what you lack. We call them toxic Mothers. It can be devastating to realize.

As much as it can be a joyful day for many we have to speak up for those when it's not.

We also talk about Content Creators using these platforms and how owning your own piece of the internet is important.

As always self care through your days.

The drink of the day is a Boston Sour.

As the warm weather increases here are some solo trip must haves.

Follow me on social media as Toitimeblog and thanks for listening. Be sure to review as I will be reading reviews next week and share the episode too for someone who needs it