Why Choosing You Is Okay
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
Choosing yourself above all else may sound simple, but for many us, of it can be the hardest thing to do. In this episode, we invite veteran journalist Janet Parker to open up about her experience with broadcast burnout, being a caregiver, and the pivotal moment when she decided to finally choose herself. Join Elonda and Janet as they chat about the power of simply choosing you, how to look for lessons in all your failures, the advice we would give to our younger selves, and so much more! KEY POINTS: Dealing with broadcast burnout The biggest challenges of caregiving ...
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How Bad Do You Want It?
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
When you set your mind to something - do you strive to achieve it no matter what is thrown in your way, or do you fold under the pressure? In order to answer that question, you must first answer this: How Bad Do You Want It? In this episode, Elonda shares how she dealt with and overcame her procrastination, fear, and discomfort during her Innovative Income Summit journey. As she looks back at some of the biggest takeaways from her journey and how the summit has impacted her, you will uncover the power of simply having a made-up mind. KEY POINTS: How to change the way you...
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Undoing What's Been Done - Choosing Your Words Wisely
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
If you ever want to change your behavior, you must first change your beliefs. And the things we speak into ourselves, are the very things we believe about ourselves. So, what kind of words are you speaking to yourself? What thoughts are you giving power to? In this episode, Elonda will show you how to slowly transform your mindset using small but effective tools that you can apply every day. Learn how to turn your negative into a positive, and how to make lessons out of mistakes. It’s time to shed the limiting beliefs and elevate your words, thoughts, and ultimately,...
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Leveling Up Means Letting Go
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
How do we move on from heartbreak, especially from the ones we thought we’d spend the rest of our lives with? If you’re struggling to let go and heal from your pain, then this episode is for you. Join Elonda as she shows you how to not only let go of your pain but also turn it into life-changing lessons. You will learn how to stand in your own worth and set the tone for the people around you. It’s time to shed the people who will not pour into you, and make space for bigger, better things in life. Tune in now to see how you can level up from your pain. KEY POINTS: ...
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Being the Voice for the Voiceless
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
There are countless hats that a mother has to wear - she is a protector, friend, supporter, and so much more to her children. And one of the most important hats to wear is that of an advocate for your child. As a mother of a child with Autism, Elonda has had to speak up for her child on countless occasions and advocate for their needs. Join Elonda in this episode as she gets honest and vulnerable with you about her unique motherhood experience. So whether you are a parent, educator, or caretaker of our future generation, tune in to understand why it is so important for you to be their...
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The Power In Sculpting Your Mindset
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
In this episode, we invite the owner of Silhouette Body Sculpting Studio Laquasia P. to share her story on how she turned her pain into her power. After dealing with a separation, Laquasia went through the difficult but necessary journey of rediscovering her identity outside of her relationship. Tune in as she shares the biggest lessons learned and the most transformational mindset shifts from her journey thus far. Elonda and Laquasia also chat about parenting as a single mother, knowing your worth, and changing your negative self-talk. KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS: Silhouette...
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Keep Going
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
In light of Mental Health Awareness month, Elonda dedicates this episode to clearing any mental blockages you might have. We all know it all starts with our mindset. But how do you change your mindset? Where do you start? Tune in as Elonda shares some motivational nuggets of wisdom with you and shows you how to stay on track to pursuing your passion even when life throws hurdles at you. Learn to overcome your fears by turning adversity and failure into your driving force. When life gets you down in the dumps, all you have to do is keep going. It’s as simple as it sounds. Tune in now for that...
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You’ll Appreciate My Presence In My Absence - The Lessons From The Pressure Of Pain
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
In light of Mother’s Day, your host Elonda dedicates this episode to her own mother as she shares the story of her passing and the many painful but necessary lessons learned from her experience. Elonda shares her process of dealing with grief and how to shift her perspective on her painful losses into something beautiful and empowering. Tune in to see how the deepest pain in your life can also bring you the deepest peace, and why we need to continue honoring the women in our lives, especially our mothers. KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS: How loss can bring people...
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Why Are You Distracted
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
Distractions can sneak up on you when you least expect them, and it’s so hard to walk away from them no matter how hard you try! In this episode, join in on a live consultation with Elonda and her client as they work through the different forms of distractions to look out for and avoid. Learn to protect your peace and channel those pesky distractions towards your purpose. Uncover the key to maintaining your purpose and focus without compromising on your boundaries. So if you are struggling to keep your focus and are looking for some guidance, then grab a pen and paper, and tune in to this...
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The Cost of Regret
Americas Black Momma, The Podcast
If today were your last day on Earth, would you be happy with how you have lived your life? Or would you be looking back at an endless list of regrets? In this episode, Elonda talks about what regrets are, why we have them, and how to live a life that is free of them. It’s time to stop letting others hold you back from pursuing what you truly want. Tune in to uncover some tips on being mentally tough so that you can overcome your fears, and take that leap you’ve always wanted to take! KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS: Why it’s okay to make mistakes. The power of simply trying....
info_outlineWith the number of deaths hitting over 350,000 people, COVID is hitting closer and closer to home each day. In part 2 of the COVID experience series, Momma talks about the reactions of others to her COVID experience, the grief of those who have lost the people they love to this virus, and the extreme measures that some hospitals are taking in our broken healthcare system.
In this new year, it’s time to realize that we can’t do the same thing and expect different results. This new year means new choices and protecting yourself as well as others. So tune in to this episode and listen up, because as you know, Momma Knows Best.
KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:
- How her family reacted to her COVID-19 diagnosis.
- What are you thankful for?
- It’s time to let go of that anger!
- The struggles of COVID and parenting.
- Rationing care at hospitals.
- COVID Vaccinations.
- Holding ourselves accountable.
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“We have to take this seriously. We have to put ourselves in a position to keep ourselves safe. And hold ourselves accountable to make sure that we are not only thinking about ourselves but thinking about other people at this moment in time.”
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