Interior Motives

Interior Motives

By Che’lyn FosterSociety & Culture
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Interior Motives episodes

  • Dear Black Girl with Tamara Winfrey-Harris
    In this episode, Che'lyn has an engaging conversation with Tamara Winfrey-Harris, an acclaimed writer/columnist/activist and author who specializes in the evolving space of current events, politics, pop culture as it intersects with race and gender and sexuality. Tamara , a native of Gary,  Indiana, graduate of Iowa State University. and  proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc ., shares relevant  thoughts, experiences and critical insights regarding her  critically acclaimed first book The Sisters are Alright: Changing The Broken Narrative of Black Women in America, and her powerful latest book, Dear Black Girl: Letters from Your Sisters On Stepping Into Your Power. Tamara also shares  her creative process and snapshots of her personal/professional journey. Tamara who is also a Certified Yoga Instructor offers invaluable wisdom on work/life balance, friendships, empowerment and self- love.
    Contact Tamara Winfrey-Harris: tamarawinfreyharris.com
    Instagram; @tamarawinfryharris Twitter: @whattamisaid
    If you have questions, and/or a  story/journey to share, contact me: [email protected]
    Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you  so much listeners for tuning in and blessings to all.
    1 hr 20 min
  • Releasing Codependency and Reclaiming Radical Self-Love with Rah Kalon
    TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode Che'lyn has a transparent conversation with Rah Kalon. Rah Kalon holds a MS degree in Clinical Counseling. She is a Self-Love Activist, Self-Reflection Facilitator and a Life Coach. She shares her personal journey of childhood sexual trauma, adverse childhood experiences, her path to individuation, grief/loss and overcoming the manifestation of codependency in relationships. She also shares defining moments that inspired her spiritual awakening, finding her voice, healing and holistic transformation.
    Connect to Rah Kalon: https://rahkalon.com 
    Instagram: @rahkalon  Facebook: Rah Kalon
    Connect with me: [email protected]  Thank you so much listeners for tuning in and for your continued support!
    1 hr 21 min
  • Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart with Beverly Sedlacek,DNP, PMHCNS, BC
    On this episode Che'lyn has a conversation with Beverly Sedlacek, a psychiatric nurse who is also a Clinical Director/therapist in private practice specializing in treatment for  trauma, addiction, physical/emotional abuse and relationship dysfunction. Beverly shares her personal transparent journey as a teenage mother, survivor of abuse, trauma/dysfunction and how it became the catalyst for transformation and restoration in her life's trajectory and inspired her ultimate purpose to  make a  profound difference in  the lives of others.  Beverly is a frequent  presenter at churches, workshop/conferences and camp meetings all over the world. She and her husband David, have written a book and workbook entitled, Cleansing the Sanctuary of the Heart: Tools for Emotional Healing.
    Contact Beverly : www.intohisrest.org 
    Email: [email protected]      Phone: 269-697-0145
    Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Connect with me: [email protected]
    Thank you listeners for all your support. Stay tuned and wear blue to support Autism Awareness Month  
    donate: www.autism-society.org  hollyrod.org
    Be well and be Blessed.
    1 hr 28 min
  • The Real on Millennial Dating Culture-#GuysSpeak:Theo Brown, Jon Francis, Mike James, Michael Knight, Jyremy Reid and Jonathan Smith (Part Two)
    What are guys looking for and/or really desire in a mate in the midst of this modern dating landscape? Do millennial guys still value marriage and commitment? In this episode Che’lyn has a candid, enlightening conversation with a group of educated, accomplished Black Men from diversified backgrounds of the Millennial generation, regarding their perspectives, insights, frustrations and challenges regarding the nuances of the social media driven millennial dating culture. We explore how societal expectations, family/ race, spiritual values and cultural norms inform decisions, ideas and frames of reference with regards to dating, intimacy/sexuality and committed relationships. This topic is very complex and these young men are sharing insights based on their personal experiences. NPR. org “ Millennials Have Inherited The Black Marriage Gap”.  For more information and or contact me at : [email protected] Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you so much listeners for your support. Be well and be blessed.
    1 hr 36 min
  • A Change Agent and Champion for Women and Children with Donna Rongholt-Migan, MSW, LCSW
    In this episode Che'lyn has a conversation with Donna Rongholt-Migan; one of her earliest mentors in the field of Social Work. Donna unpacks her personal/professional journey and shares her thoughts regarding our current social landscape, equity for women and marginalized individuals, overcoming adversities, cultural truths as a Japanese/American woman, the joys and challenges of  balancing leadership/career and motherhood/parenthood, international adoption  and the complexities of life. 
    Donna Rongholt-Migan is licensed as an Independent Clinical Social Worker and has earned a graduate certificate in nonprofit management. With over 30 years of nonprofit leadership and private practice experience, Donna has led the Cathedral Center, Inc. as their first, permanent Executive Director since 2003. She has also served youth & families in crisis, those who suffer from mental health issues and addictions, neighborhoods in need, ‘at risk’ youth, as well as individuals and families in recovery. Her most rewarding professional experiences have always included serving women and families, understanding that empowering one person will have significant positive impacts on many more.
    The Cathedral Center’s mission is to provide a safe environment for women and families, while working to end homelessness – one life at a time. CCI pursues this mission through emergency shelter services for up to 32 women and 8 families and an additional 4 women and 8 families through the new Friendship House emergency and transitional housing program. Because emergency shelter alone does not end homelessness, CCI also provides comprehensive case management services using a prevention and early intervention model, as well as support during and after a shelter stay. CCI’s Women’s Independence Program focuses on personal skills and employment as a solution, while the Friendship House program serves as a longer term bridge to permanent housing, via their Flexible Housing model.
    Cathedral Center, Inc. Website:  cathedral-center.org
    Happy National Social Work Month!!! and Happy Women's History Month!!! Support: AAPI Community Fund- Uplift and Protect Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders against violence and racial inequalities.
    Connect wit me: [email protected]
    Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you so much listeners for your continued support.
    1 hr 7 min
  • The Real on Millennial Dating Culture-#GuysSpeak :Theo Brown,Jon Francis, Mike James, Michael Knight, Jyremy Reid and Jonathan Smith (Part One)
    What are guys looking for and/or really desire in a mate in the midst of this modern dating landscape? Do millennial guys still value marriage and commitment? In this episode Che’lyn has a candid, enlightening conversation with a group of educated, accomplished Black Men from diversified backgrounds of the Millennial generation, regarding their perspectives, insights, frustrations and challenges regarding the nuances of the social media driven millennial dating culture. We explore how societal expectations, family/ race, spiritual values and cultural norms inform decisions, ideas and frames of reference with regards to dating and committed relationships. This topic is very complex and these young men are sharing insights based on their personal experiences. NPR. org “ Millennials Have Inherited The Black Marriage Gap”. Stay tuned for Part Two in two weeks. For more information and or contact me at : [email protected] Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you so much listeners for your support. Be well and be blessed.
    1 hr 19 min
  • Profound Perspectives on Pastoring with Dr. Compton Ross, Dr. Lanston Sylvester and Pastor James Ovens (Part Two)

    In part one of this episode Che’lyn has a candid conversation with HBCU alumni / Oakwood University graduates, Dr. Compton Ross, Dr. Lanston Sylvester and Pastor James Owens. These men of faith and change agents in pastoral leadership share their personal/ professional paths to their calling / purpose in ministry and evangelism.  They share how COVID-19 and the current social climate has been a catalyst for a shift in their approach to pastoring their congregations. They discuss the stereotypes and perceptions of ministers and they explore reasons there are challenges balancing family/ministries and executing personal boundaries. They also discuss the impact of social media/online platforms, competition,  comparison culture  and the impact/challenges of  exposing vulnerabilities in a pastoral leadership. Dr. Ross, Dr. Sylvester and Pastor Owens, also share insights on the importance of integrity, commitment and growth in marriage/family as husbands/fathers and  the rewards of cultivating and supporting the dreams/interest of their spouses, in addition to  having  a  safe space and  sustaining wellness while addressing mental/physical/emotional and spiritual health. 

    Connect with Dr. Compton Ross :decatursdachurch.org

    Connect with Dr. Sylvester: tamarindavenueca.adventistchurch.org

    Connect with Pastor James Owens: oaklandsparktn.adventistchurch.org

    Connect with me at: [email protected]   Remember to rate , review and subscribe. Thank you again listeners for your ongoing support and positive feedback!!!  " Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about the things that matter." ~Dr. M.L. King Jr.  #BLACKHISTORY365  Be well and be blessed...

    1 hr 19 min
  • Profound Perspectives on Pastoring with Dr. Compton Ross, Dr. Lanston Sylvester and Pastor James .Owens
    In part one of this episode Che’lyn has a conversation with HBCU alumni / Oakwood University graduates, Dr. Compton Ross, Dr. Lanston Sylvester and Pastor James Owens. These men of faith and change agents in pastoral leadership share their personal/ professional paths to their calling / purpose in ministry and evangelism.  They share how COVID-19 and the current social climate has been a catalyst for a shift in their approach to pastoring their congregations. They discuss the stereotypes and perceptions of ministers and they explore reasons there are challenges balancing and executing personal boundaries,  displaying transparency and servitude in pastoral leadership and barriers/challenges in exposing vulnerabilities. Dr. Ross, Dr. Sylvester and Pastor Owens, also share insights on the importance of having mentorship in a  safe space and  the value of wellness and addressing mental health concerns.
    Stay tuned  for Part Two next Thursday, March 4, 2021.
    Connect with me at: [email protected]   Remember to rate , review and subscribe. Thank you again listeners for your ongoing support and positive feedback!!! 
    " To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others."---Nelson Mandela
    #BLACKHISTORY365
    Be well and be blessed...
    59 min
  • Redefining the Paradigm of Perfection with Dr. Steven Bailey
    On this episode Che’lyn has a conversation with Dr. Steven Bailey, a highly sought after board certified Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Bailey who is a proud HBCU alumnus of Morehouse College and Meharry Medical College, discusses his personal and professional journey. He also shares his insights regarding comparison culture, the media’s influence on an unhealthy motivations and drive for perfection. He also shares his knowledge/ expertise on current trends and best practices cosmetic/aesthetic plastic surgery.
    Dr. Bailey had the privilege of training at some of the most rigorous, high volume institutions in the country. He completed a General Surgery Residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Parkland Hospital. During his seven year training program he completed two years of research in the Plastic Surgery Department publishing several peer reviewed articles, winning awards for scientific research from the American Burn Association, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, and American Association of Plastic Surgeons.
    After completing General Surgery residency, Dr. Bailey became a highly sought after candidate for a Plastic Surgery Fellowship, interviewing at many of the top tier training programs across the country. He chose to attend the number one plastic surgery training program in the country and remained at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas Texas.  Dr. Bailey was exposed to every aspect of aesthetic and reconstructive plastics surgery and trained directly with many of the innovators and thought leaders in modern plastic surgery.
    Dr. Bailey is a member of the  highly acclaimed Crawford Plastic Surgery Team in Kennesaw Georgia.
    Contact Dr. Steven Bailey: 
    Website: www.doctorstevenbailey.com
    Contact Crawford Plastic Surgery:
    Website: www.crawfordplasticsurgery.com
    Contact Bailey Cosmetic:
    Website: www.baileycosmetic.com
    For Consultations call; 770-794-6643 (Virtual consultations can also be scheduled)
    Instagram: @drstevenbailey     Facebook:Crawford Plastic Surgery
    Connect with me: [email protected]  Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you so much listeners for your feedback and continued support!!!
    1 hr 46 min
  • A Compilation of My Journey-The Mixtape
    In this episode Che’lyn shares a compilation of  enlightening interviews/conversations with her extraordinary, guests/ visionaries over the past 20 episodes. Thank you listeners for tuning in and for your continued support. Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Connect with me at [email protected]
    21 min

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Interior Motives explores the intersectionality of the human condition as it relates to mental health/wellness , social justice issues, spirituality, relationships and relevant books/ literature. The…