Have you ever felt like your creativity started to feel like a performance instead of a passion?

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re exploring what it means to protect your spark—your joy, your energy, your sacred creative rhythm—in a world that constantly asks for more.

Whether you’re a healer, a feeler, a creator, or a woman who simply gives a lot… this is your reminder that your energy is a sacred resource, and you’re allowed to pause, protect, and pour back into you first.

🎙 In this soul-nourishing episode:

• How to know when your spark is dimming
• Signs you’re overgiving emotionally or creatively
• Ways to honor your natural rhythm without guilt
• Affirmations and journal prompts to reconnect with your joy

Let this be your permission slip to create from fullness, not pressure—and to reclaim your magic on your own terms. ✨

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

Not all growth is loud.
 Some of it is slow. Private. Sacred.
 And just because no one sees it… doesn’t mean it’s not real.

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re celebrating the unseen, unshared, unvalidated shifts that are just as powerful as the ones we post about. From boundary-setting to emotional maturity, to simply choosing peace over performance—this is your reminder that your quiet growth matters.

🎧 Inside this episode:
 🌿 What the “quiet shift” really is and why it’s overlooked
 🌿 Why we tie our progress to performance or praise
 🌿 Journal prompts to help you honor your internal evolution
 🌿 Affirmations to validate your softness, silence, and sacred self

This one is for the woman who’s still healing, still becoming, still learning how to honor the version of herself no one else knows yet.
 You don’t have to prove your growth.
 You just have to own it.

🎙 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you tune in.

#TheQuietShift #ShiftHappensPodcast #EmotionalHealing #RadicalSelfLove #InnerGrowth #SoftLifeEra #PersonalTransformation

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

Have you ever been told you're "too sensitive"? "Too emotional"? "Too intense"?
 Let me tell you something, sis: You are not too much. You’re simply not in a space—or around people—who know how to hold the depth of you.

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re dismantling the internalized shame that so many women carry for being expressive, emotional, and emotionally deep. We’ll explore where this messaging comes from, how it affects our relationships and self-worth, and how to reclaim your fullness without shrinking to fit.

✨ In this episode, we’ll explore:
 🔹 Why you were conditioned to believe you’re "too much"
 🔹 How emotional suppression shows up as self-abandonment
 🔹 Ways to reframe your sensitivity as a strength
 🔹 Affirmations and reflection prompts to help you come back home to yourself

This one is for every woman who’s ever dimmed her light, silenced her tears, or felt like she had to be "less" to be loved. You’re not too much. You’re more than enough.

🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.

#YouAreNotTooMuch #EmotionalHealing #HighlySensitiveWomen #RadicalSelfLove #ShiftHappensPodcast #HealingJourney #WomensMentalHealth #SoftnessIsStrength

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

You’ve probably heard the term “inner child,” but what does it really mean to reparent yourself as an adult?

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we take a deep dive into what reparenting looks like—why it’s essential for breaking old patterns, building radical self-love, and nurturing the parts of you that didn’t get what they needed growing up. 💜

We explore:
 🌀 What the inner child actually is and how it shows up in your adult life
 🔄 Common wounds we carry from childhood
 ✨ How to start reparenting yourself with compassion and intention
 💬 Real-life practices for offering your inner child the love, validation, and safety you’ve always deserved

If you’ve ever felt stuck in self-sabotage, people-pleasing, or low self-worth—this episode is your invitation to start healing from the inside out.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

#Reparenting #InnerChildHealing #RadicalSelfLove #EmotionalHealing #ShiftHappensPodcast #HealingJourney #MentalWellness

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

You’re the go-to. The glue. The one everyone leans on. But what happens when the “strong friend” wants to slow down, rest, and live softer?

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we explore the tension between being the emotional anchor in your relationships and your desire to embrace the soft life. We’re unpacking what it means to choose radical self-love and intentional softness without guilt—because rest is not a reward, and softness is not weakness.

You’ll walk away with:
 💭 Permission to stop performing strength
 💡 A deeper understanding of what soft living actually looks like
🛑 Tips for setting boundaries that protect your peace
💖 A gentle nudge to start putting you first

Because you’re allowed to be both strong and soft. And you’re worthy of care—just as you are.

🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.
 #SoftLifeEra #RadicalSelfLove #StrongFriendFatigue #MentalWellness #ShiftHappensWithShay

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

Are you always the one who checks in, remembers birthdays, holds space, and keeps the peace in your relationships? In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we explore the concept of emotional labor—what it looks like, why it’s often invisible, and how it silently weighs on the women who carry it.

We unpack how emotional labor shows up in romantic relationships, friendships, and even family dynamics, and why it can leave you feeling unseen and emotionally depleted. You’ll learn how to set healthier boundaries, ask for mutual support, and recognize when it's time to shift from being "the strong one" to being your whole self—softness, struggle, and all.

This episode is your permission slip to let go of the pressure to be everything for everyone. Your needs matter too.

🔑 Keywords: emotional labor, relationships, burnout, boundaries, women’s mental health, people pleasing, strong Black woman, self-worth, communication

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

What if the key to deeper, more fulfilling relationships isn’t perfection, but vulnerability? In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re breaking down why emotional openness is a superpower—not a weakness.

We’ve all been there: wanting to connect, but fearing rejection, judgment, or appearing "too much." The truth? Vulnerability is the foundation of trust, intimacy, and meaningful relationships—whether romantic, platonic, or professional.

✨ In this episode, we’ll explore:
✔️ Why vulnerability is essential for strong connections
✔️ How to move past the fear of opening up
✔️ Practical ways to embrace emotional authenticity without feeling overly exposed
✔️ How vulnerability builds trust, confidence, and deeper intimacy

If you've ever struggled with letting your guard down, this conversation will help you reframe vulnerability as a strength—not something to hide.

🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

🔗 Let’s continue the conversation: Connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest @ShiftHappensWithShay.

💬 How do you feel about vulnerability in relationships? Drop your thoughts in the comments or leave a review!

#VulnerabilityIsStrength #AuthenticConnections #DeepConversations #EmotionalWellness

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

First Session in our Embracing Change & Empowering Yourself Series

Are the stories you tell yourself holding you back? In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re diving deep into how to identify and release limiting beliefs so you can step into a more empowered version of yourself. Whether it’s self-doubt, fear of failure, or old narratives shaped by past experiences, it’s time to rewrite your story and own your truth.

We’ll explore:
✨ The psychology behind limiting beliefs
✨ How to reframe negative thoughts into empowering affirmations
✨ Practical exercises to shift your mindset and take action
✨ Why self-compassion is key to transformation

It’s time to let go of the old stories that no longer serve you and start living a life aligned with your true potential. Hit play and start rewriting your narrative today!

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

Making and maintaining friendships as an adult isn’t always easy. Between busy schedules, life transitions, and personal growth, it can feel challenging to nurture deep, meaningful connections. But here’s the truth: friendship is essential for emotional well-being, self-growth, and overall happiness—and it’s never too late to build strong bonds.

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re diving into:

✨ Why adult friendships feel different from childhood and college friendships
✨ How to attract and cultivate deeper, more aligned connections
✨ Navigating friendship breakups and natural shifts
✨ Practical ways to maintain friendships despite busy lives

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your existing friendships, make new ones, or let go of relationships that no longer serve you, this conversation is for you.

🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite streaming platform.

💬 What’s the biggest challenge you face in adult friendships? Drop a comment or share your thoughts in a review!

#AdultFriendships #MeaningfulConnections #BuildingCommunity #FriendshipMatters #ShiftHappens

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.

Episode 5: The Art of Letting Go 🎈✨

Why is letting go so hard? Whether it's a relationship, a past mistake, or an old version of yourself, releasing what no longer serves you can feel overwhelming—but it’s also one of the most powerful things you can do for your growth.

In this episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re diving into why we hold on to things that hurt us, the emotional and mental weight of resistance, practical steps to surrender and embrace new beginnings, and how letting go creates space for peace, healing, and self-discovery

If you’ve been struggling to release something in your life, this episode is for you. Let’s shift together.

#ShiftHappensWithShay #TheArtOfLettingGo #HealingJourney #NewBeginnings

Continue the conversation with Shay on her Instagram, Facebook page, website, and linkedIn! You can also email Shay at [email protected] if you are looking for insight about your life, send your stories, or request topics you would like to address.

Please note this podcast is not a substitution for therapy, if you require assistance with exploring trauma, deeper relationship issues, or more please reach out to establish care.