This is the last epsidoe of Season 1 of the Healing Entreprenuer Podcast! I can't believe I made it to ten episodes! I have  so much more to share! We will be back in September. For now tune into "Call me Yaa". I start with some updates about Spoken Black Girl Issue 6 Beauty then get into name talk! This episode talks about how renamed myself Yaa on my 33rd birthday as a gift to myself. The name connects with my lineage and reminds me of my power! Have you ever thought of adopting a new name? What would it be and why?

The Healing Entrepreneur Podcast — Ep. 9 “Yoga, Chronic Illness & Decolonizing Wellness” Hosted by: Yaa Rowana Abbensetts-Dobson Guest: Monetta Wilson In this powerful episode of The Healing Entrepreneur Podcast, host Rowana Abbensetts-Dobson sits down with Monetta Wilson, an award-winning yoga teacher, author, and entrepreneur from St. Lucia. With over two decades of yoga experience and a deep passion for decolonizing wellness practices, Monetta shares her journey of bringing accessible, culturally relevant yoga to Caribbean communities and beyond. From her early days in the Coast Guard to winning the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Monetta’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and intentional healing. She opens up about living with chronic illness, grieving the loss of her brother, and how yoga became both a personal refuge and a community offering. 

Together, Rowana and Monetta explore: The importance of decolonizing yoga and centering Black women in wellness spaces How Monetta created "Five Minutes of Peace," a yoga book for busy Black women Using yoga to manage chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia and endometriosis The power of breathwork and mindfulness in healing Navigating racism and exclusion in traditional yoga spaces Why creating consciously inclusive wellness spaces matters more than ever Monetta also shares details on her free Two-Week Bed Yoga Challenge, offering gentle, accessible yoga practices delivered straight to your inbox — no fancy gear or even a mat required. 

Learn more and sign up: https://monettawilson.com  If you’ve ever felt out of place in a yoga class, questioned your role in wellness spaces, or wondered how to start a healing practice that truly honors your story, this episode is for you.

Join Monetta at the Write Heal Thrive Virtual Retreat on May 31! Get Tickets Here!

Today we're joined by singer, musician, and coach, Alethea Crimmins, otherwise known as The Positivity Queen! She has a new single out now. Go and support, ya'll! https://iamalethea.com/

Yaa and Emelda, two entrepreneurs and friends, discussed their personal journeys and the impact of neurodivergence on motherhood. Emelda, a certified mindfulness coach, shared her experiences as a mother to a neurodivergent child and how it led her to create the organization "When Motherhood Looks Different." The organization aims to provide support and resources for neurodivergent moms and families. Visit Emelda's Website: https://www.wmldllc.com/

I recently discovered I have ADHD as an adult! Let's dive into the misconceptions and challenges with ADHD and how I have been thriving and overcoming! Feel free to comment in response to the journal prompts I share!

Today we're joined by a guest! Christie Ann Cruise, Ph.D. is an educator, author, and social justice advocate with a passion for empowering Black women and girls to speak their truths boldly and unapologetically. Her new book, Thick Black Lines, is coming out on June 28, 2024. Join us as we discuss her writing journey with this new book! Be sure to pre-order Thick Black Lines to support this amazing Black woman author! https://www.christieanncruise.com/

Today we’re talking to actress, producer, and multitalented creative, Andrea Lewis. Andrea Lewis is the Executive Producer of The Black Beauty Effect on Netflix.  Please go check it out, it’s phenomenal! Andrea is known for her groundbreaking roles on Degrassi and Cadet Kelly. Over the years, she has starred in and produced countless TV shows and movies, including her hit Web Series “Black Actress”. Lewis is also the founder of Jungle Wild Productions, which produces original television, film, and digital content showcasing women, people of color, and people in the LGBTQ community. We’re happy to welcome Miss Andrea Lewis! You can catch the full episode on Youtube!

Episode 1. The healing journey has so much in common with entreprenuership. Navigating life since diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety since age 17, mental health has shaped my professional experiences in so many ways. In this episode, I rewind on my healing journey and what I learned when I became an entrepreneur.

Welcome to the Healing Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m your host, Rowana Abbensetts Dobson.  I started this podcast to create a guide and companion for any person who is committed to personal transformation and stepping into their authentic purpose as a creator and entrepreneur. For me, my healing has been bound so closely with my journey as a writer, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. I want to share my journey and let people know that it’s okay to struggle or go through adversity - it doesn't make you any less worthy, it’s also okay to enjoy the moment, let joy in, and celebrate how far you’ve come on your journey. I hope that by sharing stories from my life, I can help other people heal and find their voices. I’ll also be engaging in conversations with some of my favorite authors and thinkers! I hope you enjoy!