In this episode, we are thrilled to have Shameka Smith on the podcast, where we delve into various topics ranging from mental health and the significance of self-care to insightful relationship advice. This promises to be a must-watch episode, as Shameka embodies a spirit destined for greatness by design

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

In this episode, we get into the dichotomy of being anti-social and its impact on the journey to success.  Join us as we challenge conventional notions, exploring how sometimes, separating yourself from the noise is essential to achieving greatness. Being anti-social isn't always a negative trait; it's about the art of focused introspection and strategic planning.  Tune in as we navigate the thin line between solitude and success, highlighting that when you're destined by design for greatness, failure is never an option. 

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

This episode is all about embracing the beautiful chaos of life and navigating your way through it. I swear,  life's like a rollercoaster ride, full of thrilling ups and heart-stopping downs. But amidst all the twists and turns, staying focused is the sturdy seatbelt that keeps us firmly anchored on the track, ready to conquer every loop and leap. It's like wielding a superpower that allows us to tune out distractions and laser-focus on our dreams. we get it – life's never a smooth sailing journey, and staying focused is a rollercoaster of its own. We'll be keeping it real, sharing our own struggles and hilarious mishaps on this path of focus enlightenment. Remember, life's an adventure, and we're all Destined by Design. So, let's embrace the chaos and unlock our focus. 🎢🚀

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of "Protecting Your Energy."

Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, distractions, and external influences, often leaving us feeling drained and disconnected from our true purpose. But fear not, because our expert guest in this episode will guide you on a journey to reclaim your power and elevate your life's vibrations.

Join us as we delve into the importance of setting energetic boundaries, releasing negative influences, and cultivating mindfulness techniques to safeguard your inner harmony. Discover the secrets to staying true to your authentic self, allowing your unique design to flourish amidst life's challenges.

If you're ready to take control of your energy, harness your potential, and live the life you were destined for, then this episode is a must-watch. Your destiny is waiting, and it's time to design it with intention.

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

To keep it real, we really just wanted to do another episode about the importance of self-care but this episode really turned into something much more. We sat down again with our brother Eric "Eway" Alloway, while he shared a story about a personal health scare that forced him to start prioritizing health. In this episode, we dive deep into the story and transformation that Eway went through, and how it inspired us to reevaluate our own lives. Health truly is wealth and we all have to begin our own transformative journey toward a life destined by design for greatness.

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

In this episode, we touch on the journey to uncover the secrets of breaking free from life's most notorious trap: stagnation. Titled "Getting Unstuck" we explore the art and science of getting unstuck and propelling yourself towards your dreams and ambitions.

Whether you're feeling immobilized in your career, relationships, or personal growth, this episode will serve as your guide to realigning your trajectory. Expect actionable advice, real-life experiences, and insights to help you navigate the sometimes tricky path from inertia to achievement. We say this all the time because it's true; we're all Destined By Design to be successful so let's continue to move forward together and we can start by getting unstuck. 

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

One of our biggest supporters, Gordon Lyde, is back again to bless the podcast table! In this episode we discuss the power of healing and what it takes to overcome the past that can sometimes hold us back from realizing our purpose. This is a FACT: There are some people out there who are negative self-fulfilling prophecies; meaning they are the physical outcomes of being influenced by their own negative thinking. The interesting part is that when it comes to healing, we have to begin to process with thinking more positively about ourselves first. You have to purposefully allow yourself to heal. The work beings and ends with you. 

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

Did you ever grow up feeling like you had to act and talk in a certain way to be accepted by others? If so, you're not alone. Social expectations provide us with the order within our lives by regulating behavior patterns so everyone can predict what will happen next. But what would happen if we ever disturbed that pattern and started living a life that was on our own terms without the cares of others? My thought is that we may finally find true happiness and freedom.

Gordon Lyde is the Program Manager for the Waterbury Reentry Welcome Center, where they help men and women transition from prison to a life after prison. He is also the Program Manager for the Waterbury Hangtime, and a part-time clinician at Urban Community Alliance’s Fatherhood program. He is a member of the city of Torrington’s Cultural Diversity Counsel and has dedicated his life to being of service to those in need and suffering from substance abuse and mental health. Gordon continues to further his education and is currently Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Gordon stopped by the podcast to gives us some insight on the importance of addressing social norms and how to break those that hinder us from being the best version of ourselves.
#socialnorms #breakingsocialnorms #helpingothers #mentalhealth #culture #inspiration #healingtrauma #helpyourself #protectyourpeace #questionsthatneedanswers #beapartofthesolution #intergenerationaltrauma #cycleofabuse #love 

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

One thing for sure, two things for certain: Heartbreak sucks, period. Especially if you invested everything into the relationship, certain heartbreaks feel catastrophic. To that end, I conclude that love is a gamble and depending on how much you wagered on a particular person, some losses are bound to hurt more than others. Regardless, nobody gets into a relationship expecting it to not work out. Nevertheless, many of us find ourselves in a never-ending pattern of relationships that never materialize to anything substantial. Why is that? Have you ever considered that you NEVER took the time to HEAL from previous relationships before moving on to the next? It sounds hard to believe but you can actually learn a lot from failed relationships. In the aftermath of broken relationships as we feel pummeled by betrayal, abandonment and broken promises, or conversely, drowned in the guilt and shame of cruelty and selfishness, our relationships feel like anything but teachers. Here is the thing, our suffering in relationships can only become our teacher if we are willing to get beyond the storyline of our broken heart and recognize that there is a learning opportunity for growth. Our brother, Drew Holmes, blessed the podcast with his stance on the importance of healing before dating. He gets real about the importance of making sure that you’re ready to jump back out on the dating scene and what happens if you do prematurely. Bottom line, the reward for taking the time to heal is that you can potentially find true happiness. If we walk around never fully healed from past relationships, you run the risk of losing out on the one person you’re truly meant to be with.
#datingwithpurpose #dating #relationships #relationshipgoals #relationshiptalk #couplelife #strongmind #becomebetter #motovation #datingtips #healing 

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION

Lets just keep it real, society doesn’t give fathers enough credit for the important role they play in parenting.  While having both parents involved in raising their child isn’t the case in every situation, research shows that children raised with engaged fathers are less likely to suffer from poverty, have behavioral problems, get pregnant as a teenager, be abused/neglected, go to prison, become obese, suffer from drug and/or alcohol abuse, and drop out of high school. Our brother and first-time father, Eric (Eway) Alloway, stopped by the podcast to give us an update on his life and gives some insight on his new -found love of fatherhood. 
#fatherhoodislit #fatherhood #dadlife #parenting #father #parenting101 #family1st #boydad #fatherslove #fathersontime

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION