Unconditionally Worthy Podcast

In this very special episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I’m joined by my mom, Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden, a Psychologist, DEI Consultant/Coach, and co-author of Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America. Listen in as we have a profound and meaningful conversation about her life and self-worth journey. My mom shines light on how she’s been navigating self-worth challenges from childhood to the present and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• My mom’s self-worth journey: Dealing with the pressure to perform well academically, integrating her white high school, & being in the first class of women at Princeton.
• How the strategies Black people have used to dismantle racism have become internalized ways of being.
• Navigating Racial & Gender Discrimination: What is shifting and how does it show up in Black women?
• What was it like to integrate a private, all-girls, white high school in the 60s?
• Her fears (related to self-worth) going into retirement.
• and more!

Resources Mentioned:
Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America by Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden & Dr. Charisse Jones: https://www.shorter-goodenconsulting.com/book-articles

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To connect further with Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden:

• Visit her website: https://www.shorter-goodenconsulting.com
• Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kumea-shorter-gooden-a7112560

To connect further with me:

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Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/221KnPGnWnk

Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/90

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

What does it mean to decolonize mental health? As BIPOC folk, how do we liberate ourselves from colonization and mental illness? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Han Ren, a licensed clinical and school psychologist, consultant, speaker, and educator who is deeply rooted in liberation and anti-oppressive work. Tune in to learn what it means to decolonize mental health and what it looks like to care for and liberate yourself as a BIPOC person. By the end of the episode, you’ll know six ways you can start decolonizing mental health.


IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Han’s self-worth journey: Being a child immigrant, tying self-worth to achievement, & rethinking her relationships.
• What gave her the courage to start making TikToks about mental health and decolonization.
• What does it mean to decolonize mental health?
• Differentiating guilt and shame & How guilt can actually be a helpful tool in decolonization.
• How Dr. Han navigates living in Texas as an immigrant of color & How she supports clients in similar situations.
• 6 ways to decolonize mental health in constructive ways.
• and more!

Resources Mentioned:
Claim your FREE ebook, 4 Practices to Connect to your Unconditional Self-Worth: www.dradiagooden.com/free-ebook



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To connect further with Dr. Han Ren:
Visit her website: https://www.pivotpsychologyatx.com
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.han.ren
Follow her on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drhanren

To connect further with me:
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Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b 

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FPWbNEc1CIs
Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/89



This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.
Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Do you ignore your talents and interests in the pursuit of the American Dream? Do you make yourself small to fit in or fly under the radar? Do you over-prioritize hard work until there’s no time for self-expression, creativity, or fun? You might be falling victim to self-erasure… In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Amanda Miller Littlejohn, a Brand Strategist, Executive Coach, Writer, and Founder of Package Your Genius Academy. Listen in as we talk about how to reverse self-erasure, get out of the hustle and grind culture, and imagine bigger possibilities for your life. You’ll walk away with a strong understanding of what self-erasure is, where it comes from, and 5 tips that will help you stop erasing yourself and start seeing yourself. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Amanda’s self-worth journey: Having a baby during the pandemic, burning out, & rethinking her perception of her “hard worker” identity.
• The interconnection between productivity, hustle culture, and slavery.
• A revolutionary way to overcome the overworking/high achievement mindset.
• How a self-worth journey can positively impact your children.
• How we are socialized into self-erasure, especially as women.
• 5 ways to overcome self-erasure and start seeing yourself.
• Combating erasure of BIPOC leaders.
• and more!
  
  

Resources Mentioned:
Ready to start seeing and healing yourself? The next cohort of the Unconditionally Group Coaching Program started on September 25th, 2023, but you can still join! Apply now to secure your spot: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/program

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To connect further with Amanda Miller Littlejohn:

• Visit her website: https://amandamillerlittlejohn.com
• Package Your Genius Academy: http://www.packageyourgeniusacademy.com
• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PACKAGEYOURGENIUS
• Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amillerlittlejohn

To connect further with me:

• Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com 
• Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden 
• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden 
• Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b 

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fo5akKZKhEU

Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/88

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Do you feel alone or like you’re “the only one” that has gone through what you’ve gone through? Do you not feel seen when talking to the people in your life? Does the term “group coaching” make you want to run for the hills? If so, tune in! In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Christine Coleman, a Licensed Therapist, Speaker, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Founder/CEO of POC Thriving. Listen in to learn the power of healing in community and the unique benefits of group coaching, especially for women of color.


IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Christine’s self-worth journey: Navigating self-confidence, body image, achievement, & her Mexican-Iranian identity.
• How moving and re-establishing yourself in a new place challenges your mental and emotional health.
• Major challenges BIPOC folks are experiencing in corporate and academic environments.
• The benefits of affinity groups and DEIB initiatives in the workplace.
• What group coaching is like & Why it’s so powerful, especially for BIPOC women.
• Christine’s favorite wellness practice for women of color.
• 2 important questions to ask yourself during a self-check-in.
• and more!

Resources Mentioned:
Craving a community to heal with? The next cohort of the Unconditionally Group Coaching Program starts September 25th, 2023! Apply now to secure your spot: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/program



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To connect further with Christine Coleman:

• Visit her website: https://www.drchristinecoleman.com
• Join Sol Sisters: https://www.solsisters.org
• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchristinecoleman
• Follow Sol Sisters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solsistersorg
• Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchristinecoleman

To connect further with me:

• Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com 
• Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden 
• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden 
• Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b 

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kQV_tIMCnhQ
Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/87


This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I invite three former members of the Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program to shed light on their self-worth journeys and what they’ve gained from the program. Based on their own personal experiences, Felicia, Larissa, and Toni each describe how claiming your worth creates shifts, both subtle and monumental, in your life.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Felicia, Larissa, and Toni’s self-worth journeys: What they needed help with & Why they joined the program.
• What former members gained from the Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program.
• 5 ways claiming your worth creates shifts in your life.
• and more!

The Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program is designed to guide you to truly embody and live from the truth that you are unconditionally worthy.

Ready to take the leap? The next cohort of the Unconditionally Group Coaching Program starts September 25th, 2023! Apply now to secure your spot: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/program

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• Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden 
• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden 
• Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b 

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2gtrn2FUYeM

Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/86

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

How do you go from believing in your self-worth to fully embodying worthiness? In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I talk about the difference between intellectually knowing that you are worthy and truly embodying your unconditional self-worth. Then, I share three ways you can start shifting from believing you’re worthy to actually living your life from that truth.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT…

• The difference between knowing you’re worthy and living like you’re worthy.
• What life looks like when you are/aren’t embodying unconditional self-worth.
• 3 ways to start embodying your worthiness.
• and more!

Want to tackle this practice together? The Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program is designed to guide you to truly embody and live from the truth that you are unconditionally worthy.

The next cohort of the Unconditionally Group Coaching Program starts September 25th, 2023! Apply now to secure your spot: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/program

Not quite ready to take the leap yet? Enroll in the Be Yourself Workshop on Tuesday, September 12th, a 3-part workshop series where we dive deep into my signature framework for how to claim your Unconditional Self-Worth, here: https://www.unconditionallyworthy.com/UWWorkshops

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• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden 
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Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_IUUBoU7mSM

Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/85

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Can you love yourself when you are not the best version of yourself? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Kristina Mand-Lakhiani, an international speaker, entrepreneur, artist, and author of the recently published book, “Becoming Flawesome: The Key to Living an Imperfectly Authentic Life”. Listen in as Kristina and I discuss what it takes to courageously embrace your flaws, love yourself, and be honest and kind with yourself. She shares a few powerful ways you can be kinder and more honest with yourself so you can pursue and achieve what you want with less resistance and more courage. Ultimately, her insights will help you live an authentic life while embracing all of your imperfections.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• The evolution of Kristina’s self-worth journey.
• The importance of having people in your life that support your worthiness.
• How honesty, kindness, and courage help you embrace your flaws and love yourself unconditionally.
• 6 ways to be kinder and more honest with yourself.
• and more!

Resources Mentioned:
Listen to Ep 39 with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/39 

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To connect further with Kristina Mand-Lakhiani:

• Visit her website: https://kristinamand.com
• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinamand

To connect further with me:

• Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com 
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Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zqefTrgGX-Q

Read the show notes and transcript here:  https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/becoming-flawesome

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Tired of getting triggered and not knowing how to heal and move on from it? Want to learn my approach to dealing with triggers? Tune in! In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I share what I do when I’m triggered and offer advice that will help you better navigate your triggers so you can live an easier life with less anxiety, fear, and anger. Remember, we’re all human and we all have triggers… What matters is how we handle them and move forward!

IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE…

• The story of how I recently got triggered and how I responded.
• What to do when you feel left out or excluded from a group/event.
• How to deal with your triggers in healthy ways.
• How to maintain a sense of worthiness when you’re triggered.
• and more!

Resources & Important Dates Mentioned:

Enroll in the Date Yourself Course - 4 Weeks to a Healthy Relationship With You: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/dateyourself

Next cohort of The Unconditionally Worthy Group Coaching Program starts: September 2023!

Season 6 of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast starts: September 5th, 2023!

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• Email me: [email protected]

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lOZghWoyulk
Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/84

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.
Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Are you currently navigating midlife or curious about what midlife will be like for you? Let me first tell you, it’s not full of crises! Midlife is actually a beautiful, transformative time that can enable you to live a life full of curiosity, passion, wisdom, and above all, FUN. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Julie Artis, PhD, a Leadership and Career Coach for women and published expert on women’s work and women’s midlife transitions. Listen in as Julie and I shine light on the challenges and opportunities that come up during midlife and how we can navigate them with a strong sense of self-worth and openness to change.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Julie’s self-worth journey: Climbing the academic ladder, relying on external recognition, & feeling discomfort in leadership.
• How divorce impacted Julie’s identity and shifted her perspective in midlife.
• Challenges and opportunities you have in midlife.
• How to start making changes in midlife and confidently own your age.
• and more!

Resources Mentioned:
Enroll in the Date Yourself Course - 4 Weeks to a Healthy Relationship With You: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/dateyourself
Read “The Midlife Unraveling” by Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/articles/2018/05/24/the-midlife-unraveling
Listen to Glennon Doyle’s We Can Do Hard Things Podcast: http://wecandohardthingspodcast.com

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To connect further with Julie Artis:

• Visit her website: http://julieartiscoaching.com
• Email her: [email protected]
• Listen to her podcast, Her Leading Story: https://apple.co/3NvSpZB 
• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjulieartis/
• Connect with her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julieartiscoaching
• Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieartiscoaching

To connect further with me:

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Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3TbViEIHjLI
Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/83

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.
Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com. 

Did you know there’s a simple, yet profound way to learn more about who you truly are AND confidently claim your worth? It’s called Human Design. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Naieema Jackson, an Intuitive Business Strategist and Human Design Expert. Listen in as Naieema and I explore what human design is, the benefits of knowing your human design chart, and how that can shape your relationship with self-worth.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…

• Naieema’s self-worth journey: Being a Black woman in America, growing up poor, & tying her worth to the corporate ladder.
• What is Human Design?
• How human design has shaped Naieema’s life and made her more successful in her career.
• Naieema shares powerful insights from my own human design chart.
• 5+ ways human design helps you claim your worth.
• and more!

Do you want to learn your human design chart? Go to www.bodygraphchart.com. 

Claim your FREE Human Design Alignment in Business Course: https://thedeterminedfempreneur.com/sample-wealthy-chick-by-design-podcast 

Enroll in the Date Yourself Course: www.unconditionallyworthy.com/dateyourself

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To connect further with Dr. Naieema Jackson:

• Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnaieema 
• Visit her website: https://thedeterminedfempreneur.com 

To connect further with me:

• Visit my website: https://www.dradiagooden.com 
• Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradiagooden 
• Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradiagooden 
• Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b 

Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eB9h7Xf_mRY
Read the show notes and transcript here: https://dradiagooden.com/episodearchive/82

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Learn more at https://www.crysandtiana.com.