Yemoja Speaks

By Shalonda Swanson

Hey, my name is Shalonda, your host. This podcast is about foster care and our experiences growing up in custody. We want to highlight success stories to give the next generation tips on how they can ... more

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How many episodes does Yemoja Speaks have?

The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.

Yemoja Speaks episodes:

October 10, 2024 Relationship with self
I have a hard time developing a relationship with myself becauee I care deeply about the relationships with others. I prioritize the emotions and actions of others as I hide my emotional struggles. However, developing a relationship with myself has become the most important thing to me. Let’s talk about the setback we have by prioritizing others over ourselves.

If you like this podcast topic let me know. Leave a comment and share what you are doing to deepen the relationship with yourself.
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33min
July 18, 2024 Temptations
People make jokes about us reverting back to an old version of ourselves through habits or behaviors because they are uncomfortable with our change. They want us to stay at the level that they are comfortable with because they haven’t started their journey to change so our new energy disruption their spirit. Let’s discuss it!
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21min
July 11, 2024 FASTING AND CLEANSING THE MIND
When we fast the body, soul, and the mind we understand how we are responsible for our own happiness. Our negative experiences doesn’t define our joy but it helps to shape our identity. Let’s talk about it!
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23min
June 06, 2024 Youth Summitp
Foster youth have resources that need to be discussed and Ohio Action and YAB is hosting its annual youth summit to discuss the resources. If you would like to attend please visit the website at
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20min
May 28, 2024 You are worth it
Many times what holds us back is the belief that we aren’t worth it. We have been told that we aren’t good enough so we believe it and treat ourselves according to the thoughts of others. Don’t hold yourself back. You are worth it and you deserve it!
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22min
April 25, 2024 Prospectives of youth in foster care
You have rights and amazing perspectives to give. Listen to other foster youth and alum give their perspective and experience in foster care.
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16min
March 29, 2024 Protect foster youth
Unfortunately Darnell T. life was taken by his temporary foster mother February 2024. We are discussing his case.
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36min
March 12, 2024 CONCUR FEAR
We want to be successful but sometimes the fear holds us back. We fear success, opinions, or failure but that doesn’t mean we cannot accomplish our goals. We can do it through the fear. Let’s talk about it. Follow me on Instagram @yemojaspeaks
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22min
March 05, 2024 THE TRUTH IS HARSH
Many times we say we want the truth but honest can be hurtful and we want to resist it. I find myself resisting the truth when someone calls me out and holds me accountable. I want to become better but listening to my flaws is difficult. Let’s discuss it. Follow on Yemojaspeaks on IG.
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40min
March 05, 2024 Announcement
I deleted emotional regulation and uploaded affirming emotions in its place last week. If you haven’t listened to that episode please go listen. Bonus there is another episode being released today at noon. Thank you for listening and supporting this podcast.
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5min

FAQs about Yemoja Speaks:

How many episodes does Yemoja Speaks have?

The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.