"When one door closes another door opens, but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us." Alexander Graham Bell

Like revolving doors, there are a lot of changes going on with Shavonne and in the world. Unfortunately, we lost fashion designer Kate Spade to suicide at the time of this recording. *The morning after this episode aired, we lost celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain to suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. To talk to a professional, please call 1-800-273-8255.

Shavonne has resigned from her full-time career in education to pursue several of her moonlighting projects full-time including this podcast. Stay tuned for more updates about Ladies Night Podcast which is a part of Ladies Night Empowerment, LLC!

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"It is judgment when you draw a conclusion about yourself based on your ideas about failure." Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., P.T.

Sometimes the worst critic is the one we have in our head! It can feel like we will never measure up and that we don't deserve the compassion we so freely extend to others. In this episode, Shavonne shares what she has been up to and what she has learned about self-judgment. Hopefully, it will help you reconsider how you talk to yourself about yourself.

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[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]

"It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through." Zig Ziglar

Many of us have started the new year with high hopes and aspirations until we approached the first major roadblock. Maybe you did not get the promotion after several rounds of interviews for the leadership position. Maybe the birthday party you planned for weeks and months did not go as planned. In this episode, Shavonne shares a few of the roadblocks she faced in February and how the challenges she faced actually worked in her favor. She wants to encourage you that even when it appears that you will never accomplish your dreams, keep going!

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“Most of life is showing up. You do the best you can, which varies from day to day.” Regina Brett

If you were invited to take advantage of an opportunity and you did not have the resources, what would you do?

•Do you turn down the offer?

•Would you avoid the question?

•Do you say yes to the invitation?

In this solo episode, I want to encourage you to “show up!” Sometimes the best connections, miracles, and breakthroughs happen when you think you have nothing to give. Tune in to hear how I learned to show up and how the Bonnet Babes made the best of a Girls Night In!

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“My humanity is caught up, is inextricably bound up, in yours.” Desmond Tutu

Multifaceted artist, actress, and educator, Chantel Massey is most commonly known for her poetry writing and riveting performances. She wishes to inspire others through the social experience and storytelling to think better and higher about themselves and each other through self-expression. Her first book Bursting at the Seams will do this and more.

In this episode, we discuss the principle of ubuntu, her writing process, and family. Chantel shares how she learned to be more compassionate as she grew out of other’s perceptions of her. To learn more about Chantel and her new book, visit www.chantelmassey.com.

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[Poem: "Black Sheep (Mule of the World)" by Chantel Massey]

[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]

It’s V-Day! Not Valentine’s Day, but the episode in which we discuss vaginal health with Morgan Henry. She is the founder of Yoni Love, a wellness brand in which feminine care is key and is the ultimate act of self-care. Morgan’s mission is to promote natural health and to empower women to talk more openly about their yoni.

*Yoni (yo-ne) is the Sanskrit word for vagina or womb and translates to “sacred space” and “source of life.”

In this episode, Morgan and Shavonne do a live yoni steam and discuss the origins of this historical practice. Morgan also shares a story in which she spoke out against vaginal shaming and how she took the radical leap into full-time entrepreneurship. Listen closely for the special offer Morgan has for the listeners of Ladies Night Podcast. Visit https://yoniloveshop.com/ for more information and use the promo code: Ladies Night at checkout.

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[Yoni Commerical Music: “Ready or Not” by After 7, 1989]

[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]

It’s January and the Bonnet Babes have returned to celebrate Jazz and Toni’s birthdays! In this episode, we chat about the checklist others have for you to complete by the age of 30. We also unpack our relationships with our fathers and how we have developed our dating standards. Finally, we share updates including Toni’s latest photo shoot, Jazz’s new YouTube series, Shavonne’s upcoming publishing project and much more! You are in for a treat as we introduce a fourth addition to the crew.

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[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]

Hazel Owens is a dynamic powerhouse! She is a blogger, empowerment speaker, and is currently in seminary pursuing a masters in both divinity as well as marriage and family therapy. As the founder of Perfectly Imperfect Inc., a faith-based organization, Hazel inspires and empowers women to embrace their unique imperfections and the unconditional love of a perfect God.

In this episode, we discuss the importance of being content and purposeful while single. We also break down some of the woes people have about being single and dating. Tune in as Hazel touches a tender spot for Shavonne and shares how to be ready for your next relationship.

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[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]

Candice Jackson is a mommy-to-be who has overcome great odds to live life on her own terms. After surviving a life-altering collision with a semi-truck, Candice decided to pursue a career as a make-up artist. Through her online magazine, The Limitless Look (http://www.thelimitlesslook.com/home-fulton), she publicizes the work of make-up artists around the world and has offered workshops to young women.

In this episode, we discuss how she has learned to make the best choices for herself as a woman, during her pregnancy, and as an entrepreneur. Learn what products she recommends in our new game “What’s In Your ‘Beat’ Box” and advice for charting your own path.

Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-night-out-dinner-black-panther-tickets-41083296245?aff=eac2) today! It takes place on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Limited Reserved Seating.

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[Music: "Diva" by Beyonce, 2008]

Shamika Anderson is a proud wife, mother, and Chair of the Indianapolis Chapter of the Miss Indiana Black Expo Scholarship Pageant. Through the scholarship pageant, Shamika hopes to instill character traits in the participants that will help them as adults. This is accomplished through mandatory pre-pageant workshops centered on inner beauty, poise, and intellect facilitated by respected women in the community.

In this weekend’s episode, we discuss beauty and the way some people project their own insecurities in the “shade of beauty.” Shavonne opens up about her pageant experiences on both the collegiate and state level. Shamika shares how she has established a lasting bond with the scholarship pageant contestants.

Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-night-out-dinner-black-panther-tickets-41083296245?aff=eac2) today! It takes place on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Limited Reserved Seating.

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[Opening Poem: "Phenomenal Woman" by Maya Angelou, 1978]

[Music: "Pretty Hurts" by Beyonce, 2014]