The Empowering Real Talk Podcast

By Upgraded MindsetZ Media

The Empowering Real Talk Podcast is where the inner work meets the real world.

Hosted by award-winning coach, Author, and Transformational Speaker Kisha Woods, this show

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The podcast currently has 204 episodes available.

The Empowering Real Talk Podcast episodes:

February 29, 2024 Prioritize Our Personal Purpose to Thrive
In this episode, Kisha opens up about her personal rediscovery journey and the importance of prioritizing personal growth.
Catch this short yet power-packed episode as she dives into:
- The necessity of aligning personal and professional purpose
- The negative impact of prioritizing others over oneself
- The importance of mental health for personal and professional success.
Sometimes, prioritizing your well-being may feel uncomfortable, but it's necessary. Coach Kay's message on Rediscovery and Reintroduction offers valuable guidance on how to focus on personal growth without alienating those around you. It's time to get clear about what you want.
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February 21, 2024 Unveiling The REAL Healthy Choices In Our Food
In this eye-opening episode of Upgraded MindsetZ, Coach Kay sits down with weight loss enthusiast Shawn Hill to dissect the impacts of food choices on our health and happiness. Tune in as we take a deep dive into the options for healthier living and the empowerment of our communities through mindful nutrition.Shawn Hill is a weight loss enthusiast who shed 57 pounds in just 90 days. Check out his eBook: 36 Best Foods For Weight Loss - Inside, you'll discover not just what to eat, but nuanced details on preparation, purchasing, and weighing pros and cons.https://shawnehill.thinkific.com/courses/36-best-foods-for-weight-lossThe Upgraded MindsetZ online store promotes inspiration, motivation, and positivity through clothing, housewares, self-help resources, and more. Visit www.upgradedmindsetz.shop today! Chapters:
04:42 - Weight struggles, empathy, victory, and failure acknowledgment.07:45 - Avoid big food, switch to whole foods.10:19 - What prompted your decision to change?15:43 - Fasting helped shift control from food to self.18:47 - Seeking advice for lifestyle change and health.20:05 - Foundation: understanding food and its marketing tricks.24:14 - Avoid vegetable oils, choose avocado or coconut.27:01 - Challenging misconceptions, the importance of mental health awareness.32:09 - Effort, knowledge, and action to unite the community.#podcast #mindset #mindfuleatingtips #breakingcycles #empoweringrealtalk

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February 12, 2024 Moving Beyond Social Media Validation to Real Action
"When are we going to be the person that we want to be and say, I'm not accepting this anymore?You have to put your feelings first. Your priority is you."
On this episode of Empowering Real Talk, Coach Kay gets real about the importance of taking action in your journey of self-discovery. We're diving into how to move past just talking about change and making it happen.
Coach Kay covers:
- Why it's essential to take the next step in your transformational journey.
- The danger of only talking the talk without walking the walk in your personal growth.
- The significance of self-discovery and putting your feelings and needs first.
- The real deal about the discomfort that comes with transformation.
- Where to find the resources and support you need on your journey to self-discovery and change.
03:54 Tips for self-discovery: write, then take action.
08:08 Embrace change and prioritize mental well-being.
10:34 Reluctance to embrace discomfort.
16:10 Life activation through self-discovery and digital resources.
Stop saying, that's just how I am. You have the power to change that. And what you have to understand is the people that may be around you who have started that transformation for themselves. Baby, you cannot expect them to stay with you if you're not willing to make some shifts as well. Some shifts as well.
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February 05, 2024 Purpose vs. Clout
Are you seeking genuine support or just chasing popularity? This episode of Empowering Real Talk will challenge you to evaluate your intentions and the value you claim you want to bring to your communities. Sometimes, it's not just about receiving support, it's about giving it too. Remember, genuine connection and collaboration are key to growth. Step out of your comfort zone and seek to support others' missions just like you want them to support yours. #EmpowerEachOtherCheck out the bonus GEMS on why networking and collaboration are keys to expanding your reach for your personal OR professional brand.Section Breakdown
00:00 Questioning people's motives, seeking genuine support.05:28 There is a need to provide value, not just engagement.09:02 Support others doing what you want to do too.11:26 How to expand your network and gain traction.15:07 Quit expecting immediate results, and being dedicated.19:43 Why collaborations are critical to thrive.22:04 How can you stay intentional, collaborate, and enable actions to succeed?
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Support the show
At Upgraded MindsetZ, we’ve been shifting narratives since 2020; breaking cycles, rebuilding confidence, and equipping women with the strategies, tools, and support they need to reclaim their voice in life and business.
To explore Upgraded MindsetZ’s products and services, visit www.upgradedmindsetz.life
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January 29, 2024 Navigating Personal and Professional Struggles in Negative Digital Playgrounds
In this dope episode of Empowering Real Talk, hear all about maintaining transparency and authenticity in various roles including personal growth, business ownership, and entrepreneurship in a world full of negative digital influence designed to HINDER you from thinking for yourself.
Tune in as I discuss raw strategies for maintaining individuality in a world of conformity, and why it is so critical for the sake of our business and personal development journeys.
Be sure you are subscribed so you don't miss another empowering episode because these conversations are necessary!
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#self-reflection #mindset #authenticity #individuality

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January 19, 2024 Transforming Your Life and Leaving Unsupportive Circles Behind
You have talked about it enough, its time to take action and Im about to tell you the necessary steps for leaving unsupportive friends, family, and fake love behind.
In this episode of Empowering Real Talk, I share the HEAT on:
- Understanding the necessity of a plan for transformational shifts
- Reviewing patterns that led to unsupportive relationships
- Finding alternative means and creating new habits
- Identifying and reaching out to supportive individuals
- Being unapologetic about putting yourself first
In order for us to grow individially and as a whole, these conversations are necessary. Sign up to get notified when new episodes air and share it with a friend!

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Support the show
At Upgraded MindsetZ, we’ve been shifting narratives since 2020; breaking cycles, rebuilding confidence, and equipping women with the strategies, tools, and support they need to reclaim their voice in life and business.
To explore Upgraded MindsetZ’s products and services, visit www.upgradedmindsetz.life
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26min
January 05, 2024 Redefining Happiness: Our Path to Authentic Empowerment
Join us in an eye-opening discussion with intuitive healer and tarot reader LeWanda Blackshear on "Empowering Real Talk."
Dive deep into the power of redefining our happiness, positive mindset, tackling triggers, and breaking away from societal conditioning in this transformative episode.
Tune in as we discuss:
- How to shift negative energy into positivity immediately, and why embracing a constructive morning routine supports mental resilience.
- The significance of self-reflection and challenging one’s own triggers in overcoming stigmas and personal conditioning.- Lawanda Blackshear's journey from a religious upbringing to an intuitive healing path, and how family dynamics influence personal growth.
- Why breaking from past hurts and aligning with your true desires can foster authenticity and happiness in life.
- The role of external influences such as music, social stigmas, and systemic structures on the collective mindset of the black community.
Ready to elevate your mentality? Don’t miss a beat (or a positive beatdown)! Make sure you like, subscribe to Empowering Real Talk, and share because trust me, this is one episode you and your friends don't want to gloss over.
Don't forget to Vibe out with LeWanda on her YouTube @Aroomoftherapy1111

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January 04, 2024 Why Privacy Matters in the Age of Social Media
In this crucial episode on Upgraded MindsetZ, we delve into the ever-important issue of privacy in our overshared digital age.
In this dope episode with my co-host Lady of @ladylotus769 , we talk in great detail about:
- The concerning trend of prioritizing public attention over personal development and privacy.
- How social media's drama and fake content can detract from our mental health and authentic connections.
- The importance of setting boundaries on social media to protect our private lives and relationships.
- Insights into the discrepancy between online popularity and real-life support systems.
- Strategies to promote positivity on social media and the significance of seeking genuine help for mental wellness.
Don't forget to hit subscribe for more Upgraded MindsetZ, and give Lady some love by following her channel and social media for extra doses of empowerment. We've got your back on this growth journey, and we're just getting started. So, keep those notifications on because there's much more real talk!
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P.S. Do you have thoughts or experiences with social media and privacy? Drop us a comment – we love hearing from our community!
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35min
December 27, 2023 From Mental Traumas to Comedic Dreams: A Journey of Self-Discovery
In this deeply moving yet humorous episode, we will navigate through the under-discussed waters of mental health, testing our faith, and personal growth, just to name a few.
Kisha and her guest, Author, and Comediane Kyndra Crump delve into the raw and often unspoken realities a lot of people believe shouldn't be discussed openly. But these conversations are necessary when it comes to GROWTH, we can't be ashamed of our traumas.
Kyndra shares her inspiring journey of family struggles, confronting her traumatic childhood, and how she is finding solace in comedy and writing. We got pretty deep in our discussion as she proceeded through her transformation and she's made a promise to herself that the journey is no longer about just survival, it's about thriving as well!
Tune in as we get into the importance of self-discovery, embracing your true, unapologetic self, and daring to follow your dreams.
Be inspired to find your path of self-discovery and dream-chasing with this powerful episode with a comedic twist. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more Empowering Real Talk! 🔥
Check out Kyndra Crump on her YouTube Channel @kyndracrump or IG @thekyndracrumpshow
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31min
December 26, 2023 Unlocking Financial Freedom While Living in Your Purpose
If you are someone ready to build and grow holistically AND financially, then this episode is for you. Tune in as me and my guest, Lori Watson of Vitality Wealth Solutions LLC, talk about the thrills and spills serial entrepreneurship, the importance of understanding our purpose along the way, and activating generational wealth. Check out how similar our stories are as she shares her inspiring backstory about how she transitioned from a corporate job to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and the ups and downs that came along with it. Get ready to be motivated but also empowered to activate a financially stronger version of self and create the legacy you thought wasn't possible. Don't miss this empowering conversation - hit that subscribe button, and join the Empowering Real Talk journey, where the conversations are necessary...Lori Watson is the founder of Ek'sentrik Essentials LLC, retail items and handcrafted hair oils, beard oil, and immune boost teas. She is also the founder of Vitality Wealth Solutions LLC and provides comprehensive insurance solutions for healthcare, retirement and more. Follow Lori on @LWVWS23 and on FB at https://www.facebook.com/LW.VWSWe appreciate your feedback! Let us know what you thought of the episode.
Support the show
At Upgraded MindsetZ, we’ve been shifting narratives since 2020; breaking cycles, rebuilding confidence, and equipping women with the strategies, tools, and support they need to reclaim their voice in life and business.
To explore Upgraded MindsetZ’s products and services, visit www.upgradedmindsetz.life
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FAQs about The Empowering Real Talk Podcast:

How many episodes does The Empowering Real Talk Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 204 episodes available.