This week on Your Mental Highness, Dr. Jenae Lomaski sits down with luxury travel advisor Deborah Director for a powerful conversation about reinvention, self-worth, fear, and transformation.

Deborah shares her journey from earning her undergraduate degree at University of Florida and her master’s in speech pathology at Nova Southeastern University, to building a thriving career in luxury travel. What began as a necessary pivot during a deeply personal family health crisis ultimately led her to create a successful remote business in an industry she once feared — including overcoming a serious fear of flying.

In this episode, we explore:

• How fear can become fuel for transformation
• Why “failure is not an option” can be a mindset shift
• The impact of success on relationships and dating
• Recognizing when you’re “boiling in the pot” and it’s time to get out
• The importance of boundaries — especially the one you set with yourself
• Reinvention during uncertainty (including navigating the pandemic with a commission-only travel business)
• The power of telling yourself: “You’ve got this.”

Deborah also shares one of her most physically and psychologically challenging experiences — gorilla trekking in Rwanda — and how it reinforced a simple but profound life lesson: when the path feels overwhelming, take it one step at a time.

The biggest takeaway?

You don’t need to leap the entire mountain. You just need to cross one stream, one branch, one step at a time.

For travel inquiries, Deborah can be reached via Instagram @deborahdirector or at [email protected]
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As always, shine your crowns, hold your chin high, and remember — you are on your own team.

What does your inner voice sound like?

Encouraging?
 Scolding?
 Demanding?

Dr. Jay sits down with Brian Howie for a layered discussion about confidence, self-compassion, resilience, and why the delivery of your self-talk matters as much as the message.

From childhood wounds to adult patterns, this episode explores how to build self-worth without losing your edge — and how to push yourself without tearing yourself down.

Growth doesn’t require shame.
 It requires awareness.

In this episode of Your Mental Highness, Dr. Jenae “Dr. Jai” Lomaski sits down with Board Certified Behavior Analyst Francis Fishman for an honest, grounding conversation about children, behavior, and what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Together, they explore why compliance is not the same as regulation, how children absorb energy and emotion even when they can’t express it, and why labels can help with services—but should never define a child’s potential.

This episode is a powerful reminder that behavior is communication, calm doesn’t always mean safe, and real regulation starts with the adults in the room.

Crowns on—this one goes deep.

Welcome back to Your Mental Highness with Dr. Janay Lomaski (Dr. J). In this New Year’s episode, Dr. J sits down with Rivikah Sherr—community facilitator, wellness advocate, and future social worker—to break down the real difference between resolutions and intentions.

Together, they explore how sustainable change isn’t about pressure or perfection—it’s about identity, structure, and self-compassion. You’ll learn why “slow down” is a power move, how chunking turns overwhelm into action, and what it looks like to protect your peace with boundaries, honesty, and integrity.

If you’re ready to stop abandoning goals by February and start building a life that actually fits you—this episode is your crown moment.

Have you ever confronted someone about their behavior, only to leave the conversation feeling like you were the problem? In this episode of Your Mental Highness, Dr. Janay Lomaski (Dr. J) breaks down DARVO — Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender — a toxic manipulation tactic often used by narcissists, controlling partners, or anyone trying to twist the truth.

You’ll learn:
 👑 What DARVO looks like in real-life relationships (family, work, love, friendships).
 👑 A self-check quiz to see if DARVO is happening in your life.
 👑 Practical strategies to protect your peace, set boundaries, and reclaim your power.

Crown on, Royals — it’s time to stop being manipulated and start standing tall in your truth.

In this episode, Dr. Janné Lomasky breaks down what the crown truly represents — not ego or perfection, but wisdom gained through experience. This conversation explores self-respect, boundaries, healing, and the inner authority that develops when you stop shrinking and start honoring your journey. The crown is not about being above others — it’s about standing fully in who you are.

True authority comes from wisdom, not titles. Crowned in Wisdom is a reflective and empowering podcast hosted by Dr. J, focused on healing, emotional intelligence, and self-respect. Through thoughtful dialogue and insight, this show encourages listeners to rise with humility, strength, and clarity.

Welcome back to Your Mental Highness — the space where mental health meets self-respect and growth.
In this episode, Dr. Jay explores what it really means to feel steady in your own skin — even when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. We talk about emotional regulation, self-trust, and how small mindset shifts can help you regain your footing during difficult moments.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, discouraged, or simply off balance, this conversation is here to remind you that you are stronger than you think.
Crowns on 👑 — it’s time to show up for yourself.

In this powerful and uplifting episode, Dr. Jay dives into sleep maxing—the new, research-backed approach to improving the quality, not just the quantity, of your sleep. She shares personal stories, emotional insights, and evidence-based tools to help you reset your nervous system, calm a racing mind, and create a royal nighttime ritual that elevates your mental and emotional wellbeing.
From breathing practices and visualization techniques to the truth about melatonin and nighttime scrolling, this episode is your complete guide to building restorative, royal-quality sleep. Put on your crown, unwind, and let Your Mental Highness guide you toward a more refreshed, resilient you.

In this empowering episode, we explore how repetition shapes your mindset and builds healthy beliefs. Learn why simply thinking differently isn't enough—and how writing down your affirmations, placing them on your mirror or phone wallpaper, and saying them daily can help rewire your brain for lasting change. Get ready to take small, actionable steps toward a more positive, empowered you.