Kenya, physical therapist and educator turned independent artist and creative coach, is our guest today. In this episode of Soul Stories, Kenya continues her chat with Rukiya Michele about spiritual surrender, divorce, and what's ahead for her as she commits herself to a life of authentic living. Kenya shares her thoughts on why surrender is more than a mental exercise and absolutely necessary to live an authentic life. In this episode, Kenya drops gem after gem for listeners of all ages. To learn more about Kenya follow her on social media: @kenyamjmusic. Kenya [S2E59]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected]. SHOW NOTE: This episode is part 2 of a 2-part series. Part 1 (episode 58) aired on March 15, 2021.

Rukiya Michele talks about the importance of practicing self-care beyond massages and pedicures (though she's a great fan of both) [S2E65]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories and follow on IG-- @soulstoriespodcast126 and @rukiyamichele. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a one-time or sustaining donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected].

Rukiya Michele continues her discussion on the Imposter and why it's important to your well-being and success to mute that voice of doubt inside of your head and how coaching can provide you with the perspective and tools that you need. Rukiya Michele explores some of the ways in which she has recognized the Imposter in her own life and the lives of her former students and coaching clients. Which leads us to a great question: how often do you find yourself engaging in negative self talk, and what do you do to stop it? Have you considered working with a life coach to reframe your negative self talk and to build your confidence? Have you considered the strong connection between your internal, self-talk and your level of confidence? Tune in, relate, and share this episode with your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Thanks for listening! For more information on coaching with Rukiya, the 45-minute COMPLIMENTARY coaching call, and the 3-month coaching program contact her at 832.304.3764, email her: [email protected], or reach out via DM on IG (@rukiyamichele) or FB (Rukiya Michele).

Lisa Morris, ultra marathoner, is our guest today. In this episode of Soul Stories, Lisa chats with Rukiya Michele about her decision to start running in her mid 40s, the lessons she's learned and the personal growth she's experienced as a result. In this episode, Lisa shares great advice for listeners of all ages and walks of life. Lisa Morris [S2E64]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected].

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Rukiya Michele talks about the uncomfortable conversations that sometimes are begging to be had among friends [S2E63]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories and follow on IG-- @soulstoriespodcast126. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected].

Rukiya Michele shares her personal challenges with limiting belief and how she has identified them, addressed them, and worked through them the last several years. In sharing her challenges, she hopes to help someone else who may desire to reframe their language to develop more confidence. And, this leads us to a great question: how do you distinguish between the voice of your authentic self and your fearful ego? What strategies do you use to quell and control your fear in order to take your leap of faith and make courage moves? Tune in, relate, and share this episode with your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Thanks for listening!

For more information on Rukiya's life coaching program, which centers on confidence coaching, contact her at [email protected] or at 832.304.3764. Book your complimentary, 45-minute discovery session today.

Nikki Graves, CEO of Trinity Designs, Inc., is our guest today. In this episode of Soul Stories, Nikki chats with Rukiya Michele about how her simple desire to have a collectible doll led her to create one and in turn build an entire brand of dolls that celebrate Black women. In this episode, Nikki shares great advice for listeners of all ages and walks of life. To learn more about Trinity Designs, Inc. follow Trinity Designs, Inc. on social media: @trinitydesignsinc. Nikki Graves [S2E62]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected].

Rukiya Michele talks about support and offers 4 ideas to help you see support as truly a part of God's presence and favor [S2E61]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories and follow on IG-- @soulstoriespodcast126. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected].

Dr. Karen Hardney, retired professor and entrepreneur, is our guest today. In this episode of Soul Stories, Karen chats with Rukiya Michele about the life lessons she's learned from a career in education and in her current entrepreneurial adventure as a co-creator and co-owner of The Runzie. In this episode, Karen shares great advice for listeners of all ages and walks of life. To learn more about The Runzie follow Swag Savvy on social media: @veryswagsavvy. Dr. Karen Hardney [S2E60]. Be sure to subscribe to Soul Stories. If you've enjoyed this or any episode of the podcast, please make a donation via our Soul Stories page on Anchor (anchor.fm/rukiyamichele). Thanks for listening! About the show: Soul Stories is dedicated to centering Black stories. Everyone has a story that must be told, a story that they were born to tell. Our stories matter. Your story matters. This is Soul Stories, where we tell our stories. About the host: Rukiya Michele is the show's host and creator. Rukiya Michele is a former college professor who was born to tell stories. Rukiya Michele is a natural storyteller mixed with a little ethnographer and a lot of griot. For feedback on this episode or to pitch a story to her, you may email Rukiya at [email protected]. SHOW NOTE: This episode is part 2 of a 2-part series. Part 1 (episode 58) aired on March 15, 2021.