No, You First

There is a false belief that the success we see from others happens overnight or the struggle is an irrelevant part of one's journey. This perception couldn't be further from the truth and this week, I sit down with Life Coach, Amanda Thomas who shares her journey through homelessness and financial hardships to come back in the most major way to now helping others.

It's Women's History Month and it's time to celebrate! Special guests, Raffinae LaJuan and C. Nichole, founders of Wombillee, a break-through, feminine health care line designed for women by women, graced the show this week to discuss the importance of womb care, which is the very essence of core health for women. You'll also learn the strong mission behind their brand, which stemmed from a series of life-altering events for the dynamic duo. The mic drop moments are infinite as they share their self-care journey of self-love, determination, and bravery.

While we still have a way to go, mental health and wellness are finally starting to take a front seat in our discussions in the workplace and family settings. Unfortunately, when it comes to men and how they're managing their self-care rituals, the practice is still quite taboo. Special guest, Joshua Morgan Sr., and former NFL wide receiver provide keen insight on why men have such a hard time embracing self-care. You will also hear his personal struggles and comebacks-- along with a poignant message about self-worth for today's youth.

How do you begin to pick up the pieces when you've lost everything? That is the question that I asked my next guest, Warwick Fairfax, who was next in line as the heir to carry on the family's dynasty-- a media business that spanned over 150 years. His takeover cost the family $2.52 billion dollars and an end to a legacy. Hear his remarkable story of tested resilience and soul searching.

For some, change is a welcoming pursuit of all things imaginable, while others are filled with much angst of the unknown. I'm beyond excited to introduce to you my old friend from my #media tribe and special guest this week, Amanda White, MBA, Senior Marketing Audience Insights Manager for #AmazonPrimeVideo, who explains why change is such a critical tool for growing and staying relevant.

Family secrets, addiction, mental health... All things we've been conditioned to keep quiet and bury. Little do we realize, your trauma still shows up at work, at home, and in your relationships with other people. It still shows up in how you manage your Self-Care. Special guest, Camille Tuutti, Entrepreneur, Storyteller, Editor and Host of the "Let's (Not) Talk About It" podcast where she talks loudly about mental health and trauma with the hopes of destigmatizing these events in our lives that keep us from thriving.

"You have to trust the process. That is the process," explains my next guest, Terrance Hutchinson, CEO of Diabetic Cuisine Spices and Your Best Lifestyles. Making better eating choices and incorporating more nutritious foods are primary components to Self-Care. Hear this Fitness & Nutrition expert share how the foods we eat play a major part in our overall mental and physical performance.

Serial Entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Get Sh!t Done, Alex Batdorf will grace the No, You First podcast this week to provide a no holds barred approach to finding what it is you are passionate about and prioritizing your life to fulfilling your utmost desires. Also known as your "Superpower Sidekick," she will remind you that your excuses are just that... And, it's time to get to work.

Lessons learned are cultivated by some of our biggest mistakes, and it will be up to you to recognize the teachable moments that challenging times will bring. Hear from the "No BS" therapist and clinical social worker, Dr. Courtney Tracy, who will share her personal drug addiction and abuse story. Her rock bottom was that thing that propelled her forward and is now dedicating her life to helping others.

Did you know that the pursuit of happiness is a choice and will require action on your part to manifest? Ashlee Braxton, Entrepreneur, Life Coach, and Host of The Happy Choice Podcast will grace the show as our first guest to break into Season 2. Learn how you can live purposely on your terms while creating the right headspace to thrive. You'll also learn the personal story behind Ashlee's relentless quest to bring this awareness to others.