Just the Two of Us: The Hollins Perspective

In this heartfelt episode, we hold space for those experiencing complex emotions on Mother’s Day. Whether you're grieving the loss of your mother, navigating life after a miscarriage, or simply feeling the weight of absence on a day meant to celebrate, you're not alone. We explore the duality of grief and growth—how healing can coexist with heartache—and offer gentle words for anyone carrying silent sorrow. This episode is a reminder that love endures, even in loss.

We are so excited you are here! Welcome to our first podcast episode! Today we are sharing a brief introduction including  our story, some laughs, and some true "aww" moments! Enjoy! And come back, ya hear!

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Join Lashonda as she chats it up with you about ALL THE THINGS! Mental Health Awareness Month, where she's been, what she's been up to, and what's to come for L. Hollins Speaks. 

Join Lashonda as she discusses where she has been and where the Podcast is going. Lashonda talks about the shifts and changes changes of life and not really knowing what or how she feels at this time but what she is sure of is something has changed and her motivation to speak has gone with it. Another thing she is sure of is she  will continue to move forward with whatever is to come for her. Life is a beautiful mystery. 

Join Lashonda as she talks about ways to protect yourself from toxic people, situations, relationships, and situationships. What are you doing to protect yourself?

Join Lashonda as she talks about a topic that's not often addressed in everyday conversation. Grief can be scary and uncomfortable but we all have experienced or will experience it in our lifetime. Learn about grief, what it looks like, and how you can help and/or work through it when you see it. This topic that can feel a little heavy but it is still a necessary topic of discussion and we must not shy away from it.

Improved wellness covers many things...and grief is one of them. 

Join me as I recognize BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month and shine light on mental health in minority communities and cultures. I specifically discuss anxiety and how it has affected my life, the battles of Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles and how they have spoken out about their mental health, as well as provide some basic education on the disorder. 

In this episode Lashonda welcomes you and discusses how this podcast came to be. She shares her hopes and dreams for this podcast and gives you an idea of what you can expect moving forward. 

Welcome!