Triggered AF

Tap in to learn valuable tools to shift your mindset, adjust your habits, and stop wasting your time and your life.

Vera Wang didn't design her first dress until she was 40. Henry Ford didn't create the revolutionary Model T car until age 45. Samuel Jackson didn't land his award-winning role in Spike Lee's "Jungle Fever", which catapulted his acting career, until age 43. Controversial as she is, Kris Jenner didn't pitch the hit show "Keeping up with the Kardashians" to E! Network until she was 52 and we see what happened there. The point is, it's never too late to be who you might have been. It's actually not ok to give up and damn yourself to a life of mediocrity. Alechia believes it's a slap in the face to the creator who gave you gifts that you should use to elevate your life and serve humanity but instead you choose to squander them and keep them to yourself. If you're good with some tough love, then you need to come on in and have a seat. Tap into this week's episode for some invaluable tips on how to reclaim any time you feel you may have wasted and how to live your best life at any age. Yes, you have the time. No, your life doesn't HAVE to stay the same. Your moment is here and the time is NOW.

Watch the conversation on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/Qu4E8ifLKUU

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• It's ok to reinvent yourself as many times as you need to.

• "The real sin is not using the gifts God gave you."

• "The most powerless position is indecision."

• It's crucial to know who your children are when you're not around.

• You are one decision away from your dream life.

• Tell yourself the truth about the life you have so you can create the life you want.

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

If you're anything like us, you've been bitten by the travel bug. This episode speaks to the wanderlust in us all who seeks to explore the world as they explore themselves. Our guest, world travel expert, speaker and founder of Jelani Travel, Ashley N Company, joins us to discuss the transformative experience that travel can offer. Whether you're interested in backpacking across Europe or driving a few hours to the nearest national park, the experiences that you have will impact the way you see the world forever. Now, if you desire to travel, but you keep talking yourself out of it for one reason or another, this episode is also for you. Many people have never left their home state or country and feel intimidated by the prospect of traveling, denying themselves the opportunity to discover what lies beyond their limitations. Ashley has been to over 100 countries and has travel hacks that can help you save some coins and inspire you to step out of your comfort zone. Tap all the way into this week's episode for the sign you needed to book that flight and take that trip.

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• Learn to use and leverage credit cards to earn cash back and points that can be used toward travel expenses.

• "I am a free black girl."

• It's ok to travel on YOUR budget and adjust based on your personal and financial growth.

• Be open to exploring uncommon areas (while staying safe) in popular places.

• A mindset shift around spending money will help you navigate travel better.

• "Don't let your pride and ego cost you."

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST

Ashley N Company

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyncompany_/

https://www.instagram.com/jelanitravel/

Website: https://gojelanitravel.com

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

Have you ever been jealous and/or envious of a friend? Never, right?!

We are back with Season 9 and we need you to know this is a safe space where we can tell ourselves the truth. We ALL have been jealous or envious of someone at some point in our lives. There's nothing to be ashamed of and maybe if we could talk about these feelings out loud, we could process them in a healthy way and move through them with more grace. We'll talk about the difference between jealousy and envy and even share some personal stories about instances when we felt envious. There's something so liberating about admitting that you want something that someone else has. What if instead of ruining a relationship because you were envious, you were able to communicate your feelings and use them as a catalyst for change? There's a thin line between love and hate and it's time to learn how to live in love even when we feel covetous. Tap into this week's episode to hear a fresh perspective and useful tips on how to face the unpleasant parts of ourselves in order to heal.

Watch the conversation on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/fUAJ7bvtIRo

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• When envy can be a good thing vs when it's gone too far.

• Get the version of what they have that works for you.

• You don't know what someone had to go through to get or keep what they have.

• You don't know if you can hold or maintain the responsibility of what another person has.

• It is okay to use envy as a tool to fuel ambition.

• Learn to accept and release the things that are not for you.

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

RESOURCES:

For more info, visit: http://triggeredafpodcast.com

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

Channeling your inner sex goddess is the key to achieving more orgasms.

50% of women have never experienced an orgasm while 95% of men have. Not only is that unfair, it doesn't have to be that way and we have the solution.

When's the last time you tapped into you to unlock your full orgasmic potential? The goddess in you is always there, watching, waiting, and rooting you on. So many of us are so used to faking, we have no idea what it means to actually experience pleasure. Enter the chat, Samia Burton, entrepreneur, Hands on Sexual Educator and the host of "Not Just Another Podcast", whose mission is to guide us back to our "yoni" to unleash its power so we can live in our divine feminine. Samia doesn't shy away from those uncomfortable conversations that are absolutely necessary to move the needle forward in our intimate relationships. She reveals just how long it takes for the body to warm up and be ready for intercourse and tells us about erogenous zones you would never guess. If you're looking for ways to rekindle the fire in your relationship, marriage, or even yourself - listen to this episode STAT. Samia provides a perspective so fresh and so tantalizing you'll be eager to try out some of her suggestions to spice things up a bit. This episode is for grown folk only. Trigger warning as we do discuss sexual assault. If you've felt disconnected from your body and ultimately your sexuality due to unfortunate circumstances, Samia opens up in a way we hope you find both affirming and healing. We're bringing sexy back so that we have more love, more sex and more Big Os.

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• "Pleasure is your birthright."

• It's not weird to schedule sex, it may be necessary.

• Men deserve more foreplay and sensuality on a regular basis.

• You teach people how to treat you by the way you treat yourself.

• Learn how to have tough conversations about sex with your partner to improve intimacy.

• Have an open mind and be willing to try new things in the bedroom to increase overall pleasure.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Samia Burton

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA-BSvFkTnaVwq0KLxbyR4w

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miabuggzy/?hl=en

Website: https://thesexualessentials.com

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

Being selfish might be just the thing you need to tap into your joy.

It's time to reframe what it means to be intentionally selfish in order to live the life you want.

When's the last time you were selfish? Better yet, when's the last time you were selfish without feeling guilty about it? It's high time we rebrand what it means to be selfish and what it looks like to choose yourself more often. The days of endless self sacrificing and carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders are over. We are now entering our "Soft Life Era". On this week's episode we are joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Trauma Specialist, and #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the World, Naketa Ren Thigpen, to help us all understand just how important it is to prioritize self care on a daily basis. From the mathematical formula to achieving balance to why selfish lovers are the best lovers. You've been selfless long enough. This is your official permission slip to be selfish.

Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-IM_4tqJ78g

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• Learn to create the space for your joy, healing and forgiveness.

• Start by coming into your body. Your body will tell you the truth.

• It's ok to not explain yourself. "No" is a full sentence.

• Admit the truth of what you really want.

• Creating boundaries around your truth will help you achieve your reality.

• When you are intentional about being selfish, your life becomes more juicy.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Naketa Ren Thigpen

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TLOshow

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/asknaketa

Website: https://thigpro.com

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

It's time to learn how to recognize, accept and align yourself with the partner you desire.

Are you confused and frustrated out here in these dating streets? With the rise of social media and its impact on who, where and how we date, it's easy to get caught up in how love should look rather than what it actually is. As much as we all want love, are we really willing to do what it takes to obtain it, cultivate it and then sustain it for years to come? On this week's episode we are joined by psychotherapist, media personality, award-winning speaker and 5 time best-selling author, the "King of Breakthroughs", Jack A. Daniels, to help give us a compass and much needed direction on the journey to finding true love and keeping it. Oftentimes, women make the mistake of asking other women for advice about men. You know we like experts! From the three types of men women should NEVER date to the places where single women should NEVER live and what's keeping you loveless, we are getting the goods straight from the "horse's mouth." Tap into this week's episode if you are tired of coming up short in love and want this Valentine's Day to be the last one you spend alone. Don't say we never gave y'all nothing!

Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KEjwWn8izD8

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• "We are all connected and what we do to others, we do to ourselves."
• "Your 'list' could be what's keeping you loveless."
• "Women who are seeking men should go out in pairs instead of packs."
• Three types of men you shouldn't be dating: the Peacock, the Project and the Penis.
• "Bad questions get bad answers...ask the hard questions."
• Focus on values instead of valuables.
• The more options you have, the less decisions you tend to make.
• Social media is killing the mystery of women for men.
• Most people cheat because they want something easy.
• Love is connecting and reconnecting on a regular basis.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Jack A. Daniels

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackDanielstv/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JackADaniels

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackdanielstv/?hl=en

Website: https://jackadaniels.com

https://wherethemenat.com

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

For more info, visit: http://triggeredafpodcast.com

Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

Cracking the manifestation code is not nearly as difficult as you think!

It's time to learn how to raise your vibration to manifest your dream life.

Grab your scuba gear and put on your wetsuit for this episode because the ladies are going deep into the realm of frequencies. If you've been on this healing journey with us for some time, then you'll quickly recognize that this is THE episode if you're ready for the next level of your evolution. We have all heard talk of energy, vibration and frequencies but do we really understand how they actually function and affect us? On this week's episode we are joined by transformational speaker and "catalyst for rising consciousness," Karen Cheong, to unpack the ways in which we can raise our vibration to access higher frequencies so we can manifest the lives we want. Karen speaks about what she calls "distortion patterns" and how they prevent us from accessing frequencies that allow us to feel more connected to source, a higher power, God, whatever you call "the Divine." Distortion patterns keep us feeling stuck and helpless. Tap into this episode if you have been craving to go deeper but didn't want to go alone. We've got you covered! By the end of this episode you'll be asking yourself, "How can I become even more aware of my connection only to Source?"

Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4pNNVj_QcSU

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• You will not be ok doing things that do not fulfill you.

• We are all light vibrating at different rates.

• Your rate of vibration is what dictates what things appear as.

• Everything happens at the frequency level first, and then the slower, denser vibration, mirrors the higher vibrational level.

• The beginning point of awakening is to recognize, to realize, to feel that you are greater than your physical self; that you are infinite, indestructible consciousness having an embodied experience.

• Lower level stuff can not exist at higher vibrational frequencies..

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Karen Cheong

Free online workshop & meditation on how to quiet your mind https://sphericalluminosity.com/quietyourmind

Vlog/podcast "Mastering Your World Through Frequencies" which is free and has a specific GFC at the end of every episode:

https://www.sphericalluminosity.com/category/vlog/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/sphericalluminosity

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spherical_luminosity/?hl=en

Website: www.SphericalLuminosity.com

Navigating ADHD to learn how to work with your ADHD brain and not against it

It's estimated that ADHD affects more than 8 million adults (or up to 5% of Americans) and 6.1% of children. Unfortunately, many people don't even know they have it. For decades, people with ADHD have been ignored, dismissed and even derided. As one of the most misunderstood diagnoses, it's easy for ADHD to be treated like a joke or a superpower, even though it's neither. On this week's episode we are joined by the NYT best selling author of "How to ADHD", Jessica McCabe. We dive into everything from how the brain of a person with ADHD works to how their loved ones can better understand and support them. Jessica opens up about what it was like to be the one with "potential" who could never quite bring it to fruition. After years of reaching out to experts, devouring articles, and sharing her discoveries on YouTube, Jessica has been able to bring a new perspective to the masses (her TED Talk has been viewed 19 million times) about what it means to live with ADHD. Tap into this week's episode if you have ADHD or love someone with it for some great tips on how to navigate it successfully.

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• ADHD is not a joke or a superpower.

• Make space for hyperfocus but install guardrails in your mind to stay on track.

• Studies have shown that ADHD may be polygenetic.

• Pills don't teach skills. Simply medicating your child is not enough.

• Instead of telling someone to "calm down", try telling them to "slow down."

• Try to work with your unique brain rather than fight against it.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Jessica McCabe

Website: https://howtoadhd.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/howtoadhd

TedxTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/jessica_mccabe_this_is_what_it_s_really_like_to_live_with_adhd_jan_2017?language=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtoadhd/?hl=en

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

RESOURCES:

For more info, visit: http://triggeredafpodcast.com

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

How to own the power in your differences

What does it mean to grow up as 'other'? Whether it's due to being biracial or mixed race and never feeling like you fit in or it's because you don't share the same interests as other members in your culture, it's totally normal to feel like you don't belong. Triggered AF is joined by the CEO and Founder of The Curvy, Curly, Conscious Movement, wellness influencer and meditation enthusiast, Shelah Marie. Growing up as the only black woman in her household presented a set of challenges that helped Shelah develop a sense of curiosity and wonder, ultimately leading to a yearning for more … more play, more answers, more freedom. Shelah shares everything from advice on the one thing white parents should NEVER say to their black children to why she decided to create a safe space for black women. It's not enough to just be weird or different, you should amplify your quirks and the things that make you 'other' — it's your superpower. Tap into this week's episode to learn how you can attract your tribe and create a family that accepts and loves you exactly the way you are. Why blend in when you were born to stand out, baby?!

Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pu3iz9rLbNM

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

• Quote of the Week

"It's really important to share the idea that being different might feel like a problem at the time, but ultimately diversity is a strength." - Carson Kressley

• Dating Well AF Tip

Always remember the three R's of new relationships: respect one another, revel in the wonder, and reach out with kindness every chance you get.

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• Ego and selfishness in moderation can be a good thing.

• Don't ever say "I don't see race" to your biracial children as a non-black parent.

• It's better to be a part of "salad" than it is to be in a "melting pot".

• Amplify everything that makes you not fit in. It will become your superpower.

• Being your true self will allow you to attract your tribe and create your chosen family.

• When navigating being biracial, it's important to make peace with and embrace both sides of yourself to reduce confusion and anger.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:

Shelah Marie

Website: https://www.shelahmarie.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshelahmarie/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshelahmarie/

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

RESOURCES:

For more info, visit: http://triggeredafpodcast.com

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.

How to Keep the Friendship While Building the Business

"Friends and business don't mix." How many times have you heard that? How many times have you actually tried it? While we agree that mixing business and friendship isn't for everybody, the right combination of the two can be a game changer. Having been friends for over 15 years and business partners for almost 3 years, we know how challenging it can be to start a business while maintaining the dynamic that brought you together in the first place. Whether it's doing weekly check-ins, going out for drinks or having difficult conversations to hold each other accountable, it's important to always prioritize the friendship so that the business can thrive and flow. There is just something so special about embarking on a journey of entrepreneurship with a friend who you can weather the storms with and celebrate the victories with. You can always expect some gems and some laughs but this time there were some tears dropped as well. Tap into this episode for the dos and don'ts of how to keep the friendship while building a business. Not only is it possible, it's beautiful.

Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qa4ndfob210

SPONSORED BY:

Dating Well AF Course, visit to learn more: http://datingwellaf.com

• Quote of the Week

"A good friend is a connection to life — a tie to the past, a road to the future, the key to sanity in a totally insane world." — Lois Wyse

• Dating Well AF Tip

"Date multiple people at the same time." It allows you to keep your head in the game.

KEY POINTS & QUOTES:

• Your personal life impacts your business life.

• Talk to your business partner often to ensure you are always on the same page.

• Be open and willing to take feedback regularly without feeling attacked.

• Root and anchor your business in your purpose instead of doing it only for profit or recognition.

• Sacrifice is a part of success, something will have to give.

• Learn to be okay with reciprocity looking different but being equal.

CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:

Alechia Reese

For coaching, visit: http://gotvaluenation.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/in/alechiareese

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/alechiareese

Dani Bourdeau

For coaching, visit: http://danifostercoaching.com

Instagram | http://instagram.com/thedanibourdeau

RESOURCES:

For more info, visit: http://triggeredafpodcast.com

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Triggered AF Podcast is produced by Triggered Media Group.