When life demands more than you ever thought you could carry, who do you become?  

In this edition of Well Being with Ceejay Horrell, I sit down with someone whose resilience, honesty, and faith have shaped my own journey more than she even knows — nurse, mother, widow, entrepreneur, and author Nichole Valentine.  

We explore the early years that shaped her, the realities of marrying young, becoming a caregiver at home and at work, navigating grief, raising a daughter as a single mother, and finding strength through calling, community, and God’s sovereignty.  

We also dive into her new 5-week reflective group study guide, Sovereignty Uninterrupted, and the women in the lineage of Jesus who inspired it.  

If you’ve ever felt stretched, overwhelmed, or unsure how to keep going when life keeps demanding more, this conversation will meet you right where you are — with honesty, hope, and a reminder that God’s steady hand never lets go.

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Reading the Red, Yellow & Green Flags in Every Relationship  

In today’s culture, especially online, we hear a lot about “red flags” — warnings about toxicity, manipulation, or unhealthy patterns. But relationships aren’t just romantic, and the signals we need to pay attention to aren’t always red. In this episode of Well Being with Ceejay Horrell, I explore the full spectrum of relational signals — green lights that show safety and trust, yellow lights that call for reflection and clarity, and red lights that signal danger or emotional harm.  

I break down:

• Emotional, behavioural, and spiritual green flags
• Yellow flags that invite honest communication and boundaries
• Red flags that require courage, distance, or release
• How God’s Word becomes a lamp and a light for relational discernment (Psalm 119:105)
• Why discernment is not judgment — it’s stewardship of your peace, purpose, and emotional well-being  

You’ll also hear a personal moment from my own journey, a spiritual reflection to help you see your relationships with fresh eyes, and a “Pause Point” to guide you into deeper discernment this week.  

Plus, I share about Timeless Ties Legacy Projects — because your story matters, your life holds wisdom, and your legacy deserves to live on.  

If you’re navigating loss, burnout, or relational confusion, or you’re longing for healthier connections, this episode will help you slow down, see clearly, and move wisely.  

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• CeejayHorrell.com — spiritual coaching & next steps
• TimelessTies.ca — legacy storytelling projects
• LuckeyHorrell.com — music, including “When It Rains”  

Some journeys are quiet. Some are messy. All healing is holy.
Grow with me. Heal with me. Walk in wisdom with me.

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Healing and Hope for Men in Crisis.   

When crisis, separation, or divorce turns life upside down, many men find themselves caught between silence and survival — struggling with identity, loneliness, and the weight of losing connection with their children. In this episode of Well Being with Ceejay Horrell, I’m joined by Bijan Rafii, Executive Director of the Canadian Centre for Men and Families in York Region. Together, we talk about what happens when the storm hits — how men can navigate emotional crisis, find their footing again, and rediscover healing and hope on the other side.

Additional Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Bijan highlighted the House of Commons petition: The Best Interests of the Child – Canadian Campaign for Equal Shared Co-Parenting. You can learn more and lend your voice to the call for reform at https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6626  

Shared Parenting Website: https://www.childsbestinterest.ca/  

If you’d like to support the work or connect directly with Bijan, you can reach him at [email protected]

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Redefining Strength, Joy, and Belonging

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and brother, Dr. Emmanuel Tabi — a scholar, artist, and educator whose work explores Black identity, community, and well-being through creativity and culture. 

We have an open and honest conversation about what it really means to pursue wholeness as Black men living in Canada. Together, we talk about the pressure to always be strong, the hidden emotional costs of that expectation, and the quiet power of rest, joy, and belonging.

We explore how faith, purpose, and creative expression can become sacred pathways to healing — not just for us as individuals, but for the communities we serve and love.

This isn’t just a conversation about race or resilience — it’s about being seen, being human, and being well.

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The Battle Isn’t Out There, It’s In Here.

Have you ever noticed how certain thought patterns keep you stuck in fear, anger, or shame? It’s almost like fingerprints left behind by a broken world that relentlessly tramples across our minds. 

But there’s good news: our Creator invites us to break free from those patterns and experience real transformation through the renewing of our minds.

In this episode of Well Being with Ceejay Horrell, we explore why the battle is not “out there” but “in here” — in the way we think. I share my personal struggle with self-reward and rest, explain the difference between rest and reward, and walk through 10 common cognitive distortions with practical, biblical reframes that bring clarity and freedom.

You’ll discover how distorted thinking shapes your choices, how to uproot lies with truth, and how God’s Spirit prepares your mind for both present renewal and future wholeness.

Whether you’re wrestling with negative self-talk, struggling to show up for yourself, or longing for deeper peace, this episode will equip you with tools to anchor your thoughts in life-giving truth.

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In today’s edition of the Pod my guest (Renee Weekes-Parris) experienced the sudden, tragic loss of her brother to suicide — a moment that changed everything.  

Yet, through unimaginable pain, she found her way toward hope, healing, and even grace.  

This conversation is not about answers or quick fixes. It’s about being real with the pain of grief, honouring the memory of a loved one, and discovering that even in darkness, light can find its way through.  

If you or someone you love is walking through loss, I pray this episode reminds you that you are not alone, and that healing, while slow, is possible.

From Grief to Grace - A Sister’s Journey Through Loss

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Life is full of questions, and some of the best answers come in the moment. Here, curiosity meets clarity, and every question has a place to be explored. Instead of me setting the topic, I’ll be answering some of the thoughtful and sometimes challenging questions by The Question Keeper.  

These questions touch on relationships, faith, and health—the real-life areas where we all wrestle, wonder, and hope to grow. From learning how to love those who feel difficult to love, to understanding intimacy with God, to rebuilding life after divorce—this is an open, honest space for reflection and conversation. So, let’s dive into The Question Keeper. 

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What if losing your religion didn’t mean losing your faith — but actually finding it? What if stepping away from the rules, the rituals, even the community you grew up in, was the very thing that allowed you to finally see God’s love clearly? For me, those questions stopped being theory — they became my story. Because sometimes, the hardest part of faith isn’t believing in God. It’s untangling Him from everything we were told about Him. And when the rules, the traditions, the expectations start to feel heavier than the hope, something inside begins to break. But that breaking doesn’t have to be the end. For me, it became the beginning of rebuilding — not to walk away from God, but to walk closer to Him.

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Some stories begin in silence — not because there’s nothing to say, but because the pain is too heavy to carry into words. In this episode of Surviving Silence, I sit down with a childhood friend (Dylan Balgobin) who endured abuse from someone who should have been a protector. What begins as a heartbreaking story of trauma becomes a powerful testimony of survival, courage, and transformation. Today, he’s a husband, a father, a government leader, a creative force in music and theatre — living proof that even the deepest wounds can lead to extraordinary purpose. This conversation is raw, real, and filled with hope for anyone who’s ever wondered if healing is possible.

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The Sky Is the Beginning
When God says go, it may look risky, but it’s never reckless.
Guest Loucretia “Luckey” Horrell  

What happens when you leave a secure job—not out of ambition, but obedience?
What does it look like to live by faith and create a legacy?  

This week, I sit down with my sister—a vocal powerhouse, arranger, producer, entrepreneur, and woman of bold faith. From our early days singing together to building her own music school and production company, her story is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and trusting God with the leap.  

This one is for every dreamer, creative, and believer standing on the edge of the unknown.

Because when God writes the script, the sky is never the limit. It’s just the beginning.

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