Dee Sharpe Thoughts

Join us for an inspiring episode 44 with Sheryl Nicole Prince.

Sheryl is a special educator, entrepreneur, best-selling author, coach, and speaker. Her passion for writing was discovered and developed in elementary school during a period of trauma and adversities. Over the years, writing has served as an outlet for Sheryl to express and free herself. In her darkest moments, writing illuminated her life. Now, writing to inspire healing and change has become her gift to others.

Sheryl also enjoys guiding aspiring authors through the self-publishing process; helping them to polish, publish, and profit from their powerful messages. As the founder of Noire Publishing House, Sheryl works tirelessly to amplify Black and brown voices and experiences.

In today’s episode, Sheryl shares these powerful gems:

1. You God (got) this: Because God got you!

2. Your book will not sell itself, you need a marketing and sales campaign to effectively sell your book and create multi-streams of income.

3. Get out of your head, get out of your feelings, and get out of your own way – Increase your productivity, increase your performance and increase your profits!

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In this episode, Dee Sharpe Thoughts Podcast host, Diana Sharpe, celebrates her Birthday and the one (1) year anniversary of the official launch of her business and podcast. 

What an amazing and rewarding year it has been! It has not been without its challenges, losses, bumps and bruises, but through it all God has been faithful. 

She celebrates YOU, her faithful listeners, for coming along and staying for the journey and she celebrates her 36 amazing guests. She has also captured some of the powerful gems shared by the guests and herself and has re-shared them for your encouragement!

Today, we celebrate one (1) year and it's all because of God's goodness and grace and your support. Thank you for 365 amazing days!

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Join us for an inspiring episode 42 with Cavelline Wilson-Tapper.

Cavelline Wilson-Tapper is the co-owner of Kazimco Furniture and Décor, a leader, a wife and mom. Their belief is that design is intelligence made visible, therefore their mission is to help transform houses into homes one (1) family at a time.

Cavelline has a heart and passion for serving and helping others and this is exemplified in the execution of her duties, no matter the title she holds.

Before the start of her entrepreneurial journey and life in America as she knows it today, life wasn’t the smoothest or easiest, and she has had to make some difficult decisions along the way. Today, she can confidently say “that though she is not where she wants to be, she is definitely closer to her goals. Her spirit is lighter and life is much clearer now.”

Cavelline, aims to provide her family with a comfortable and memorable life. Creating generational wealth is also another important goal that she has. She firmly stands on the phrase, “If you don’t come from a wealthy family a wealthy family should come from you”

In today’s episode, Cavelline shares these powerful gems:

1. Time is not our friend and tomorrow is not promised to anyone, so mend broken relationships and friendships, say, “I love you more”, apologize often

2. Tap into your power source. Tap into God, tap into the wisdom of your mothers, fathers and grandparents.

3. Research, research, research and then consult with God. This can save you time and money that you can invest in your business.

4. When you are going through, don't stop: The reward is on the other side!

5. No man is an island: we need our circle, we need mentors, we need coaches, we need helpers sent by God to help us fulfill our purpose!

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Join us for an inspiring, riveting, thought-provoking, action-prompting, results-demanding episode 41 with SallyAnn Gray.

SallyAnn Gray is an educational consultant, special education teacher, speaker, and award-winning author. Over her 20-plus year career as an educator, she has helped thousands of business leaders, government officials and administrators improve the mindset of their staff, which leads to improved performance and improved results.

As the founder of Global Speakers, a premier public speaking training and consulting firm, SallyAnn helps professionals build their speaking business using their story and their expertise. She is married to her best friend Mark; they have two children, Malachi and Sarah. SallyAnn’s mantra is, “Anything is possible for him who believes, I don’t think limits.”

Her philosophy is simple: “I remain committed to growth in all areas of my life. When I grow, I grow others.”

In today’s episode, SallyAnn shares these powerful gems:

1. An improved mindset, will lead to improved performance which will lead to improved results.

2. “You cannot be, what you cannot see.” Therefore, become a student of life: read, research, be reflective.

3. As parents, be more concerned about, what you leave in your children vs. what you leave for them.

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Join us for an inspiring episode 40 with Darniecia Lynn Tucker.

Darniecia Lynn is an African American Entrepreneur from San Diego, California who describes herself as a Visionpreneur. Her personal approach to helping others in the best way she can, is what earns her the validation of her integrity in her business accomplishments of Leading Ladies to Live Corporation.

As a child, entrepreneurship began because Lynn's love for candy motivated her to find ways to earn money. She branched out in the field of entrepreneurship at the young age of 12 when she offered to do her friend's hair for free and that free service turned into a bi-weekly paid gig. Later on, she attended Pasadena School of Cosmetology and received her professional license as a Cosmetologist.

While enjoying the benefits of being a Cosmetologist entrepreneur, she had a desire to use those skills to help women in recovery. That's when the vision to have a place where women in recovery can receive the treatment of total transformation was conceived.

Darniecia received her certification as a Registered Alcohol & Drug Counselor in the state of California by the age of twenty-six (26).

Today, Darniecia Lynn is happily married to Eric Leach for 14 years and has two (2) amazing children, Elijah and Reiah. Throughout her journey she has been blessed to have overcome homelessness of 3yrs, and living on welfare for 5yrs. It was through determination and by the grace of God, Darniecia along with her husband have been able to break free from the poverty line and have successfully built two (2) businesses.

In today’s episode, Darniecia shares these powerful gems:

1. You will never live better than you think – a phrase her Dad used all the time.

2. “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you” Matthew 6:33. It is critical that first things be first!

3. You can live courageously!

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Join us for an encouraging and inspiring episode 39 with Podcast host and founder Diana Sharpe. In this episode she shares details about her upcoming empowerment event, "Woman You are Strong" which will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2021 and a mentorship scholarship which is being offered to one (1) young lady. She also shares a few scriptural affirmations as a reminder of how loved, valuable, worthwhile you are! 

She also reads a prayer, "I AM!" by Iyanla Vanzant

You are enough, in this very moment, exactly as you are, you are enough!

Tickets to our empowerment conference are available at www.deesharpethoughts.com

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Join us for an inspiring and hope-giving episode 38 with Emlynn Francis, who is from the beautiful and tropical Island of St. Lucia, famous for its majestic twin Piton Mountains, drive-in volcano, refreshing waterfalls, spectacular hiking trails and lush rain forests, beautiful tranquil beaches, local street parties and exclusive restaurants. 

Emlynn is an educator, an author, a believer, a daughter, a friend and a sister. She earned a Secondary certificate in Education, and Degrees in Spanish and French and International Relations. While she is a trained high school teacher of Modern Languages, Emlynn actively and intentionally explores her passion for motivational speaking, mentoring, editing, and writing. This informed her decision to become a member of the St. Lucia Writers’ Forum, and also to coach research students in their writing projects.

Emlynn believes that a strong support system, and loving relationships makes a huge difference in the way we navigate the challenges of life.

She wrote her first book ‘Well-Watered: From Tepid Tears to Raining Grace" in June 2021 and is confident that this book will serve as a survival guide for persons who have experienced grief of any kind, and is desirous of navigating change gracefully and who wishes to grow, learn, and become more resilient. 

Emlynn's core beliefs are:

In today's episode Emlynn shares these inspiring nuggets:

1. Fear is functional, it serves a purpose. It tells us that what we are about to do matters! 

2. The importance of appreciating the present and living in the now. Appreciating, loving and being happy NOW!

3. The importance of spending quality time with family and friends, the importance of being outside in nature and the sun, the importance of feeding our mind, body and spirit with the right things, the importance of praying, meditating and finding an outlet (for her it is writing) as we build our total wellness.

4. You can achieve anything you set your mind to!

5. It is worth telling your story, your story has a place in a book!

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Join us for a therapeutic, soul-stirring, thought-provoking, and action-prompting episode 37 with Schellie Fanfan, licensed psychotherapist. Schellie is a mental health therapist and advocate, emotional intelligence expert, intimacy enhancement and relationship coach, powerhouse speaker, author, dynamic trainer and entrepreneur.

Her firm, Ask Schellie Consulting is your one stop wellness shop. Ask Schellie has proven to be not only motivational, but transformational through the provision of counselling, coaching, teaching and training. The consulting firm, Ask Schellie is equipped to take any individual or organization to an optimal level of wellness. You can find them at https://www.askschellie.com/.

Schellie co-authored the book, “Struggling to Keep the Vows” which is a thought-provoking read on marriages and how to help them thrive. This book can be purchased on her website.

Schellie has successfully and effectively worked as a Therapist, Emotional Intelligence Expert and Coach who helps clients:

• Overcome life obstacles

• Maximize excellence in organizations

• Recruit and retain staff

• Counteract emotional disturbances

• Manage and resolve Conflict

• Manage stress

• Management symptoms (anxiety, depression, fear, self-esteem, trauma)

• Improve and increase their motivation, confidence and resilience

In today’s episode, Schellie shares her philosophy and these powerful gems (too many to list, I urge you to run and listen):

Schellie’s philosophy: The power to manifest is within our reach. Individuals possess the capacity to influence outcomes in the world: we have power and authority within us.

Powerful gems:

1. We live a life of emptiness, when we are waiting for others to do for us, what only we can do for ourselves!

2. Healing starts with awareness, getting ready – “You don’t always get what you pray for, but you almost always get what you prepare for”, learning to do it differently (pray, fast, think, act, live differently).

3. Everyone needs to L.E.A.P – listen to learn about these powerful principles and project

4. We are the answer to world problems!

Schellie fed us good spiritual, mental, and emotional food, you can’t miss this episode!

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Join us for an inspiring, faith-building, soul-stirring, and spirit-lifting episode 36 with Rosalind G. Smith.

Rosalind Gail Smith is a servant of God, an author, a mother, wife and a women’s empowerment speaker, advocate and mentor. Rosalind earned an Associate’s Degree in Education, a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology/Human Services, a certificate of completion in Biblical Studies and a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Counselling.

Upon the promises of God Minister Smith birthed a women’s ministry called, “Vessels of Honor,” founded on II Timothy 2:20-21, this ministry is designed to restore hurting, addicted, and abused women. In addition, Rosalind continues to strengthen others by volunteering her time at the Fulton House of Hope, a ministry dedicated to helping women overcome many types of addictions.

Rosalind authored the book, “My Path to Praise, A Private Journey from Hell". In her book, she revisits her past, and praises God for her victorious life today.

Rosalind would like all who have been called by His name to know that nothing is impossible to those who believe, as Isaiah 26:3 states, “You will keep in perfect peace those whose mind is steadfast, because they trust in you.”

In today’s episode, Rosalind shares these powerful gems:

1. Her journey from a private hell to a path of praise: her journey from darkness (addictions and pain) to new life and light!

2. No matter how wounded we are, God can use us to help someone.

3. You are as sick (sinned-sick soul) as your secret; living in secret gives the enemy a playground because he is the father of lies, but God is the Father of all truth and he desires truth in the inward parts. Live in truth and God will heal you!

4. The undeniable fact that God is with you always, when you are at the end of yourself, God is there!

5. God is giving new manna in this season! God is sustaining us with His daily bread!

Bonus: Association brings assimilation! If you sit in a barbershop long enough, you will get a haircut!

Minister Rosalind gave us so much to think on, you can’t miss this episode!

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Join us for an inspiring, faith-building, and spirit-lifting episode 35 with Melisa Dunkley-Smith.

Melisa Dunkley-Smith was born and raised in the cool hills of Mandeville, Manchester in a small farming community called Somerset. She is an author, blogger, mentor and aspiring speaker, a blessed wife and mother to two amazing boys.

Melisa’s passion is to help women navigate the storms of life, knowing that they can do all things through Christ who gives them strength. Her first book “Strong Girl Get Up!” chronicles her life’s journey and provides inspiration to every girl, every woman, everyone who is going through a difficult time: you can find strength in God and get up (again)!

In today’s episode, Melisa shares these powerful gems:

1. We must renew our mind by walking in obedience to the Word of God.

2. You must believe that you CAN and WILL get up and that you are an overcomer.

3. Fear and faith can’t operate in the same space: God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love and of a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).

4. God will enable us, equip and empower us to deal with the storms of life!

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