Have you been trying to avoid failure and disappointment and ended up living on the sidelines of life? Have you been so worried about the opinions of others or caught up in people pleasing that you have become disconnected from the desires of your heart?

I know these are deep questions but they are so important to wrestle with if we want to claim our worth, design our lives, and start living full out. This is exactly what my guest and I talk about on this episode of Unconditionally Worthy. Jamila Reddy, a transformational coach, intuitive guide, writer, and breathwork facilitator is my guest on this week’s episode and I can’t wait for you to listen to our powerful conversation and see the shifts it helps you to make in your life.

Listen in as we discuss how to design a life that you truly desire, cultivating practices to tolerate disappointment so you can get out on the field of life and play full out, and how breathwork helped Jamila move through deep grief.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself? Have you spent so much time and energy doing what other people want that you no longer feel connected to what you truly desire? This is a common experience for so many of us, women in particular. In this episode of the podcast we are going to explore how this happens and show you how to reconnect with yourself.

In this episode of Unconditionally Worthy, I welcome Mohini Gima who is an educator, facilitator, guide, and speaker.

Listen in as we discuss how we become disconnected from ourselves and the simple practices that help us to reconnect with ourselves and embody our self-worth. Mohini share’s her story of pursuing a “dream” life and then dismantling the life she had created when she realized that it was misaligned. She shares how she courageously created a life that affirms her worth and fulfills her desires.

Do you have beliefs about yourself and your life that keep you stuck? Do you find yourself longing to do something bigger with your life or break out of your comfort zone but continually feel pulled back into old habits and patterns? Well, you may be experiencing the effects of limiting beliefs in your life.

In this episode of Unconditionally Worthy, I welcome Jennifer Standish, author of Permission Granted: Live Your Life Full of Joy and Peace and personal transformation expert.

Listen in as we have a candid discussion about the most common limiting beliefs, how claiming our worth can dismantle those beliefs, and the importance of giving yourself permission to change your mind.

Is your relationship to food feeling like a burden? Do you want to improve your relationship with yourself and make healthier choices? Do you want to feel a sense of freedom and joy when it comes to food?

In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Wendy Lopez & Jessica Jones, nationally recognized Registered Dietitians, Certified Diabetes Educators, and Co-Founders of Food Heaven. Tune in to learn about the intersection of self-worth and food, how to improve your relationship with food, and practical recommendations for developing body trust and making healthier food choices.

Do you struggle with public speaking? Do you want to learn how to speak up and feel worthy of using your voice in powerful ways? If so, stop scrolling and click play! In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Samara Bay, a Speech Advisor/Coach and Best-Selling Author of “Permission to Speak: How to Change What Power Sounds Like, Starting With You”. Listen in to learn how you can start tapping into the power of your voice and feel worthy before, during, and after a public speaking opportunity.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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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!

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.

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.

My daughter, Amani Joy, is turning one year old in just a few days! To celebrate this milestone, I wanted to reflect on my experience as a new mother and what I’ve been learning over the past 12 months. In this solo episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I share with you the most impactful lessons I’ve learned during my first year of motherhood.

This is a very special episode… I recently co-authored a book (launching this May!) called “Promoting Black Women’s Mental Health: What Practitioners Should Know and Do” with Dr. Donna Baptiste. To celebrate our book launch, I invited Dr. Baptiste on The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast to talk all about it!

Listen in to this episode as I welcome Dr. Donna Baptiste, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and leader of the Counseling graduate degree program at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. In this episode, we talk about our goals and experiences writing the book as well as the impact we hope it has on Black women’s mental health and the world at large.

Do you want to know the key to facing your biggest fears, pains, and insecurities? Do you want to learn how to access greater meaning, fulfillment, and bravery in your daily life? If so, this is the episode for you. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Leah Katz, a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and author of “Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery”. Listen in as Leah and I talk about how mindfulness and self-compassion can help you show up as the brave, resilient person you want to be in life.

Are you struggling with finances? Do you want to learn how to start owning your money AND your self-worth? In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Belinda Rosenblum, a CPA, Profit Strategist, Author, and Founder of Own Your Money. Tune in as Belinda and I break down the mindset shifts you need to make to own your finances, own your worth, and find wealth and abundance inside and out.

Self-worth challenges are not your fault. However, they are your responsibility. As you start and progress on your self-worth journey, it’s important that you learn to hold these two truths together. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I talk about why your struggles with self-worth are your responsibility and how you can take back control of your self-worth, starting today.