On the Balance Boldly Podcast today, host Naketa Ren Thigpen chats it up with Business Growth Expert, Storyteller, and Content Creator Alma Bradford on how she chooses to create work/life (and LOVE) balance by building her business around her values. Alma leans in with transparency and talks about whit it’s okay to give yourself permission to create what she calls a Pivot Plan and how that looks for her as we swing full fledge into the year ahead. In this no-holds bard conversation on air, these brilliant beauties dive in deep, fast, and boldly.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        How you can create a service-based business without extreme overhead-        The gift of creating a business around your values-        The power of honoring your mental health as you scale-        Permission to create a “Pivot Plan”-        Why simplifying is often what separates you from the industry noise More about Alma BradfordAlma Bradford is a business growth consultant and online educator who helps people start and grow service-based businesses. She has taught over 600 students with her online courses and group coaching programs. You can learn more at her website: AlmaBradford.com Connect on YouTubeFollow on InstagramSubscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening! Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Host of Giving Starts with You Podcast, Canadian Author, Creator of the Ukulele Project in Guatemala, Course Creator, Mental Health Advocate and Passionate Wife, Mother, and music lover. Nelia Hutt is on a mission to bring light to the forgotten, purpose to those looking for fulfillment, and community to the lonely. Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Nelia, and discuss her mission, represented by her company Travel Live Give and how it allows her to live fully as she creates a work/life (and LOVE) balance that works for her What to expect in today's BBP episode:-What to do when you feel like you are forgotten-When you create what lights you up, you can create 40 more hours of energy every week (if you want it to)-How to create a space for travel (and) giving-Where to go when you feel lonely even in rooms/homes with other humans-Why it’s important to share in (and) outside of your ecosystem  More about  Nelia HuttNelia Hutt is a Canadian author, host of a Top 20 Podcast called ‘Giving Starts with You, CEO of Travel Live Give and the Creator of The International Ukulele Project.   Nelia was stuck in grief for 12 years after her father passed away. The day he died, she promised to no longer just take up space but instead live life more intentionally and with purpose.  She is now on a mission to end loneliness and help others Live Their Best Lives because time is too precious to waste! She helps people like you Uncover their Purpose, find Meaning and Create Impact by teaching them how to successfully launch a passion project globally!   Nelia knows that sharing your gifts with the world and helping others IS the number one way to heal from grief, loneliness, anxiety, and depression and the best way to leave a legacy you can be proud of! Contact Nelia HuttAudience Complimentary Giftwww.travellivegive.com/blueprint/Websitewww.neliahutt.com Ukulele Project VideoGiving Starts With You Podcast YouTube ChannelBookGIVING MY HEART ROOM TO BREATHE: A journey through grief, healing and giving Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyIf you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

With more than 56 million copies in print, the Brain Quest brand has continued to touch the lives of children for 3 decades. Loved by kids, trusted by parents, and used and recommended by teachers, it is the curriculum-based brand that makes learning fun and today, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with expansion spearhead and Editorial Director, Karen Edwards to chat about creating balance while taking a brand to new heights.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-The behind the scenes look at expanding an existing brand without losing focus-How you can add value through your unique insight and skillset to something already successful-The benefits of taking something wonderful and adding to it verses a complete pivot-Why it’s important to have fun with your team (especially when you sell something “fun” to the world)-Why it’s important to give yourself permission to pause when pouring out your excellence More about Karen EdwardsKAREN EDWARDS has worked for over 20 years in educational publishing. She started her career as a writer and editor of Prekindergarten through Grade 6 textbooks. She then branched out into creating print and digital resources for children, parents, and educators. Karen joined Workman Publishing and spearheaded the expansion of the Big Fat Notebooks into high school and into a new workbook format. She also oversaw the development of My First Brain Quest, the Brain Quest brand expansion targeting learners 0 – 4 years old, and the 30th anniversary revision of the Brain Quest workbooks and smart cards. In 2022 Karen was promoted to editorial director, educational resources and has built a team that focuses on creating fun, innovative books that enhance the learning experience of children of all ages. Contact Karen Edwardswww.Brainquest.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@workmanpubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workmanpub/My First Brain Quest® Series https://www.workman.com/brands/brain-questKaren.edwards@hbgusa.com Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

On this episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Host Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Financial Freedom Coach for Women Entrepreneurs, Penelope Jane Smith, and chat money, identify shifts, new babies (and) new business creations! After birthing her second baby, Penelope decided it was possible to work her business in a way that complimented her new growing family and there was no need to shut it down this time around!  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        How you can show up for your family without shutting down your business-        The way you can use the process of ramping down and up to fit your life and work-        When making a 50k investment in a week long mastermind goes RIGHT!-        Why does asking audacious powerful questions shift your narrative and your identity-        What it means to shift your personal economy of abundance to create a new tipping point More about Penelope Jane SmithPenelope Jane Smith is the premier financial freedom coach for women entrepreneurs and the go-to expert for some of the biggest names in the conscious business industry.She is an acclaimed international speaker and certified trainer with over 20 years of teaching experience, and the author of the Little Book of Prosperity.Website URL:https://realprosperityinc.comSocial Media Links:Facebook Personal Profile: http://www.facebook.com/PenelopeJaneSmith360Facebook Business Profile: https://www.facebook.com/penelopejanesmithbusinesspage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/penelopejanesmith360Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/PenelopeJaneSmith/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/penelopejanesmith/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PenelopeJane360YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PenelopeJaneSmith360 Free Gift from Penelope: Find Your Magic Number here> http://www.FinancialFreedomGift.com Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyIf you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening! Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

In her 22 years at Korn Ferry, Deepali Vyas reviewed over 100,000 resumes, completed over 40,000 executives job placements, and conducted C-Suite leadership assessments and coaching services for top teams. On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Deepali to discuss how she’s using her world-class knowledge as an executive recruiter, leadership consultant, and mom, to balance life as she prepares the next generation for the future of work and career readiness by connecting them with opportunities, mentors, colleges, and employers with the Fearless+ platform. What to expect in today's BBP episode:-How to deal with rejection and shift your perspective-Why demonstrating resilience during the interview process is a game changer-What the diminishing ROI of college is and how to increase your return on your skills-How you can create balance while managing transition, personally and professionally-The power of being fearless More about Deepali VyasDeepali Vyas is a serial entrepreneur, advisory board member, career strategist, and executive search consultant with a recognized eye for spotting talent, rising trends and breakout business models. Her newest adventure, Fearless+ is empowering the next generation by reimagining how young people prepare for their future personal and professional success by providing them with a digital platform to share their story, access to resources, and opportunities to grow and develop. Contact Deepali VyasFearless+Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with George McCalman. An author of a brilliant book that reimagines our idea of Black History, with a collection of 145 Black heroes from activists, scientists, politicians, business owners, artist and everything in between. ILLUSTRATED BLACK HISTORY is a one-of-a-kind project about unique subjects by a triple-threat artist, author and designer that pays homage to Black Americans and their historical achievements and recognizes the breadth and abundance of Black excellence.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-George’s take on what this book ultimately represents: Black excellence and why Black and white audiences should know about the figures in the book.-Why we should reimagine our life-The gift we gain from becoming innovators of change-How to muster the courage to embrace our difference as a strength-The cost of choosing yourself and why you should be unapologetic about it More about the authorGeorge McCalman is an artist, graphic designer, and creative director. His studio, McCalman.co, creates long-lasting brands for clients across arts, lifestyle, food, and mobile media. He is a senior lecturer in graphic design at California College of Art and is the author and illustrator for the San Francisco Chronicle’s monthly “Observed” column. He lives in San Francisco.  Contact George McCalmanhttps://www.mccalman.co/ Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com  to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Aleya Harris, CPCE is the founder and CEO of Flourish Marketing, an agency dedicated to helping empire-building entrepreneurs and executive teams differentiate themselves through radically authentic messaging strategy and copywriting.  She believes that every leader has the potential to transform into a legend.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-The Power of moving away from to move towards more-Redirecting your energy from your soul-Becoming Radical-Tapping into your gifts-Fearlessly flourishing More about  Aleya HarrisAleya Harris, CPCE is a powerhouse StoryBrand Certified Guide, BioEnergetic Business Coach, empire-building CEO of Flourish Marketing, sought-after marketer, award-winning speaker, mic-drop copywriter, and woo enthusiast. She’s committed to helping entrepreneurs and leadership teams differentiate themselves through radically authentic messaging strategy and copywriting. Contact Aleya Harrishttps://flourishmarketing.co/ Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com  to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with the incredible Mara Hall and discusses what it means to unlock the treasures of self-love and pour into yourself. Mara has navigated the pros and challenges of working as a sought-after actress on hit shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and Oprah Winfrey’s Network drama, Ambitions; just to name a few. Her accolades and professional triumphs didn’t detract from a truly human experience of being love bombed by a narcissist and scammer during one of the most vulnerable seasons of her life. Still, she rises every single day with love in heart and passion in each step as the also a new author of LOVEBOMBING-How to Avoid Narcissist, Scammers and Unlock the Treasures of Self Love. This new self-help/black noir novel takes readers on a journey through the dark levels of Narcissism and how to see the signs of it when they first arise.What to expect in today's BBP episode:- What signs of being in relationships with a narcissist can look like in real time -Navigating personal challenges as a public figure- What life looks like after you’ve released the shame attached to being scammed-What to do when you wake up from the blinders of lovebombing-What it means to unlock treasures of self-love and pour into yourself-How to honor your need for spaciousness as a woman and a loving parent More about Mara HallFrom early beginnings on Oxygen Network's reality dance/weight loss competition series, Dance Your Ass Off to several major productions including hit tv shows such as Grey's Anatomy, The Quad, Saints & Sinners, The Resident and Scandal. More recently, Mara joined the cast of the Oprah Winfrey Network's hit nighttime drama, Ambitions, as a series regular, playing the role of Darcia Lancaster.Contact Mara HallGet the Book: www.MaraHall.com www.lovebombingthebook.comConnect with her on social media at: @mara_hall@lovebombingthebook@theband.whispererSubscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyIf you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com  to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Coming back for Part II, our featured expert Emily Perron is back on the Balance Boldly Podcast! Last time Emily chatted about hiring practices that allow you to balance your business practices, today, Naketa Ren Thigpen spoke with Emily about getting into flow and how it equals your zone of genius. Emily breaks down why it’s important to look at the research that you allow yourself to be led by or boxed in with (and) why it’s okay to do it differently.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        The difference between your anchor work and side projects that fill your cup-        What it looks like to use your zone of genius in practice-        How being in the flow equals zone of genius-        Why it’s okay to let go of planning to be a pathfinder-        Understanding why traditional goal setting research doesn’t typically work for creatives-        The importance of knowing who is funding the research you box yourself in with-        Link to Part I Interview with Emily: Empowered to Work Within Your Skill Sets & Strengths More about Emily PerronEmily Perron helps bloggers and online entrepreneurs expand and improve their teams with talented freelancers. Her number one goal is to align the right person with the right role, so business owners and freelancers alike feel empowered to work within their individual skill sets and strengths. Her expertise lies in hiring and managing in your Zone of GeniusContact Emily Perron https://www.instagram.com/emily.perron/linkedin.com/in/emily-perronhttps://www.facebook.com/perron.emilyWebsiteshttps://emilyperron.com/blog/how-did-our-goals-become-so-big - Excerpt on Goals! https://emilyperron.com/zog - The Zone of Genius workbook!!!https://www.emilyperron.com/ https://www.emilyperron.com/all-blog Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyIf you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening! Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Canaries Among Us is a true story about a little girl, with beautiful differences in how she sees the world, being bullied at an elite private school. The author, Kayla Taylor (a pseudonym used to protect her child’s privacy), sits down with Naketa Ren Thigpen for a powerful conversation. In this episode, Kayla discusses the trials and triumphs of advocating while simultaneously journeying to understand herself, her daughter, and the broken system that fails at protecting all of our children.   What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        Who are the canaries in our life-        Dualities we discover when we push through hard things-        The link between bullying, learning differences and mental health-        Why National Bullying Prevention Month (October) should be every month-        The importance of supporting the overwhelmed and under resourced-        Beauty in embracing differences and not merely tolerating them More about the authorKaylor Taylor (pseudonym to protect her young children’s privacy) went to some rigorous schools and had some high-pressure jobs, but nothing has been more challenging and rewarding than raising her wonderfully inimitable children. She supports organizations dedicated to improving pediatric health and education. Contact Kaylor Taylorwww.kaylataylorwrites.com CANARIES AMOUNG US: A Mother's Quest to Honor Her Child's Individuality In A Culture Determined to Negate It – Purchase, Rate and Review here> https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62222471-canaries-among-us  Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com  to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Redesigning a life by design is how the most fulfilled humans live out their purpose. On today’s episode, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Breanna May, best known as Miss Mindset, and chats about the power of spiritual graduation that allows you to create a business that sets your soul on fire! Breanna dives in with a little behind-the-scenes real-life example of how being in a relationship with yourself and knowing when to mind your business can create deeper connections. What to expect in today's BBP episode:-Why it’s important to follow the threads in your life-Looking deeper at what you’re NOT taught in school and how that can help you thrive-The lifelong lessons COVID taught many people if they were listening for it-Why distrusting your own essence and passions disservice more than just your business-The beauty of seeing your clients have a wake-up moment and how it helps your work/life (and LOVE) balance-How minding your business as you love and support someone allows you create deeper connection More about Breanna MayBreanna is a life & business coach, writer, speaker, podcast host & educator, and founder of the Level Up Your Life Method, on a mission to help ambitious women figure out who they are and what they want so that they can build a business and life which truly sets their souls on fire. After leaving behind two careers, inside the courtroom and the classroom and building her own business to 6 figures within 12 months, she provokes women to think and live outside of the box of expectations, connect back to their most authentic self, and ditch the fear and self-doubt keeping them stuck. Through her (often hilarious) teaching style, she gives women the tools we were never taught at school to harness the magical power of our minds and transform from the inside-out. Prepare to start living by design, not default, as you create the life of your dreams and become the woman you were always meant to be. Contact Breanna May  Instagram: @Missmindset_Miss Mindset on Apple Podcast Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Welcome to 2023, the year you receive as much as you release. In today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen reflects on the uncovered thread that looped through over 50 episodes last year, the importance of releasing and making room for more of what you want. In Naketa’s solo audio note, she goes over the benefits of taking three powerful steps this year that can help you create more joy, but only if you are bold enough to embrace a different version of the acronym R.I.P. Tune in to find out more.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-Why you should consider releasing busyness from your vocabulary and way of being-How the schemas of our subconscious are dictating daily actions and inactions-Small steps you can take to invite more play into your life-Benefits of changing up the ways we connect to romantic and platonic partners-Why the “P” in R.I.P is profound and should be embraced Contact Naketa Ren ThigpenMain website: www.thigpro.comFor Women Entrepreneurs ready for emotional healing www.beintentionallyselfish.comFollow and engage on social:www.linkedin.com/in/naketathigpenwww.instagram.com/asknaketawww.instagram.com/certifiedselfishRead Naketa’s survivor memoir and personal transformation story:Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love and Laugh Your Way to Joyhttp://Aselfishbook.com Want to have tea with Naketa? Naketa loves hearing from listeners about what they do in the world, the imprint they are leaving, and of course, their favorite takeaways from the show! If you can find a mutually aligned time, we welcome you to join her for virtual tea time! https://calendly.com/thigpro/teatimeSubscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you are a woman entrepreneur who is ready to heal from emotional pain that seems to be inhibited you from living fully in work/life (and LOVE), it may just be time for you to get radical and reclaim your power. Visit http://beintentionallyselfish.com  to evolve, arrive (and) expand…Now Go! Enjoy the balaNaketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Masha Zvereva is an entrepreneur, speaker, career coach, content creator, ex-Googler, and an advocate for women in the workplace. With her booming personality, voice, and unshakeable faith in the growth process, Masha is breaking boxes for herself and her clients. In this episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Masha and discusses the power of honoring your own process, regardless of how messy it gets so you can take control of your own story. Masha has swung from the tech space at Google through the Academic space in well known universities and shares the thread of what so many of the humans she’s come across have all desired… What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        The power of disconnection for refueling (and) deepening impact-        How the messiness of evolution is necessary with higher peak elevations-        Getting intimate with transition so you can discover the scripts that need to be deleted-        Why honoring your process, regardless of the ickiness, is where you grow the most-        How deep conversations energize and superficial chat extracts-        The power of taking control of your story  More about Masha ZverevaMasha Zvereva is on a mission to drive female impact and innovation in tech by helping women to navigate the corporate world and advocate for themselves - giving them the tools to transform the work culture to meet their needs and life choices.Contact Masha Zverevastereotypebreakers.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/stereotypebreakershttps://www.instagram.com/stereotypebreakers/ https://www.tiktok.com/@stereotypebreakers https://www.linkedin.com/company/stereotypebreakers/ Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.Order a paperback copy of my survivor memoir and personal transformational story for yourself or a friend. Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love and Laugh Your Way to Joy at Barnes & Nobles, Bookshop.org or anywhere books are found. Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

How many moments in your life can you count that you were stretched out because you had no more room to receive nor give anything else. Perhaps you found yourself laid out on a bathroom floor like Becca Powers, the CEO of Powers Peak Potential, who had to get clear and be honest with herself during a breakdown moment before she could lean into her soul work. On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen has a fun (and) deep exchange with Becca around sacrifice, support, guidance, and doing your own work!  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-Where success lives without sacrificing time with our families-How the multi-hyphenated professionals who wear many hats can heal-Embracing the complexity of creatives who are analytical-How to share your vulnerability in away that also shares your rise-Why its important to continue to do YOUR own work to truly walk your talk-When reclaiming your power doesn’t look like the world tells you it should look More about Becca PowersBecca Powers is an award-winning hi-tech sales executive, best-selling author, speaker, and Founder and CEO of Powers Peak Potential. With 20+ years of experience, her career boasts Fortune 500 giants such as Cisco, Dell, and Office Depot. Becca intimately knows the struggles that have come as a cost to her high achievements. Through nearly losing it all, she was forced to discover a more supportive and sustainable path to success that she now teaches to high achievers and high-performance sales teams to obtain skyrocketing success without sacrifice. Contact Becca PowersWebsite: http://beccapowers.com           Podcast Freebie: https://www.beccapowers.com/empowerment           Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beccapowers1313/           LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccapowers1313/           Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccapowers1313/           TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beccapowers1313 Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.Order a paperback copy of my survivor memoir and personal transformational story for yourself or a friend. Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love and Laugh Your Way to Joy at Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

An amazing, well sought-after mindset coach, author and TV host, Midori Verity shares how she went from burnout and depression to being fueled to fire. This Balance Boldly episode, host, Naketa Ren Thigpen dives in deep with Midori around the three crucial elements to consider in making any decision, especially when you are working to shift from a dark place in to one where you show up for yourself every day.  SPOILER ALERT: accountability that’s for you and not anchored to the expectations of other people is the foundation for those three elements!  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        How understanding neuroplasticity can lift the burden of change-        Why mindset work is so important in creating a new reality-        Discover the importance of creating new multigenerational imprints-        Why asking yourself ONE powerful question can unlocks your next steps-        How permission to shift passions can help you access what you want to do most-        The Power of making a Personal Mission Statement no matter where you are in life-        Looking at expired expectations and how many of them are stifling you now More about Midori VerityWhether she’s consulting with startups to Silicon Valley giants, Midori’s unique approach unlocks the potential in the entrepreneurs she coaches.Her most recent company is Fuel to Fire Entrepreneur Accountability Groups. The mission is to help driven entrepreneurs amplify their success AND enjoy the journey! Contact Midori VerityWebsite: https://www.fueltofire.co/  Get to know Midori Verity Video  Social Media:●       Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MidoriVerity●       Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/midoriverity/●       LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/midoriverity/ Special Audience Giveaways:-         Summit Goal-Mapping Framework to create the roadmap to your biggest goals: https://www.fueltofire.co/goals/ Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!Thank you for listening!   Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Yolanda Drewell, a Transformational Stylist, Midlife- Anti-Propogandist is bringing us a peek into her Queendom, the realm where Fabulocity rules and everyone who embraces it gets play with “fabification” and light up every room they enter. As host, Naketa Ren Thigpen gives Yolanda three snaps and a clap for the way she breaks down how important it was to tune up herself FIRST to make sure she has plenty to share with her husband, her family, her clients, and everyone welcomed into her ecosystem, you will start snapping too! What to expect in today's BBP episode:-How just using the word “fabulous” can raise your vibration and make you feel happier-What kind of internal shifts can happen when you are fabulous and how it helps your circle- What is the midlife portal and how to know if you’re in it or about to enter it-The advanced style movement and what it’s doing to shake up the world and you-Why looking at your role models (the good and not so good they’ve shown you) can help you show up fully faster-How to take the first micro step toward creating your own fabulocityMore about Yolanda DrewellYolanda Drewell is a Transformational Stylist, Midlife Anti-Propagandist and calls herself the Queen of Fabulocity, a habit and life philosophy that evolved out of her love for word ‘fabulous’.Influenced by her colorful South African roots, Yolanda uses her own unique, flamboyant outfits, language and modalities to model and inspire women to discover and craft expanded and compelling versions of themselves, starting in their wardrobe.Yolanda is an ex-PR professional, and she is also a laughter yoga coach, pantomime actress and a student of Quantum Touch.  She has four teenage children, a British husband and lives in the UK with all of the above and two poodles.  She is an advocate for Steiner education (her four children went through the Steiner School system on three continents) and Extinction Rebellion (XR). Contact Yolanda Drewellhttps://www.instagram.com/comebefabulous/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk94aa2nuOUkzGfhbOe_a_Ahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/yolanda-drewell-5a052b19/https://www.facebook.com/yolanda.drewell Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you want to dive deeper into personal deNaketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Born in India, settled in England, Jonita D’souza is a Feminine Lifestylist, an Author and Creatress of Exploring Femininity Ltd., assisting modern day busy women who struggle with burn-out, overwhelm and body love to reconnect with their feminine and sensual energy using the ancient Taoist and Tantric arts, so that they can create a lifestyle that is fulfilling, nurturing and pleasurable. In today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen chats with Jonita about the benefits of developing our self-leadership.   What to expect in today's BBP episode:-Understanding the importance of self-leadership-Why we need to tap into our resources as individual power houses-Holding the duality of pain and desire of connection-Choosing bigger over higher in your self-leadership-What we can learn from wolves as leaders-Answer the question, do leaders always need to lead from the front? More about Jonita D’souzaIn addition to being a beautiful soul with all the qualifications mentioned in our introduction, Jonita is also a certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, Master Hypnotherapist and combines the teachings of Indian feminine mysticism and shamanism in her work, facilitating monthly moon circles, online workshops, and sacred feminine retreats.  Contact Jonita D’souzaWebsite - https://jonitadsouza.com/ FB page - https://www.facebook.com/exploringfemininity Instagram - @empressjonitaSubscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you want to dive deeper into personal development topics shared on the BBP (Balance Boldly Podcast) and get the “how-to” for implementing and infusing these tools, connect on LinkedIn so you get notifications for the Live Fully LinkedIn LIVESTREAMS held  first and second Wednesday at 12pm EST (as long as I’m not selfishly vacationing and intentionally refueling) 😊Order a paperback copy of my survivor memoir and personal transformational story for yourself or a friend. Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love and Laugh Your Way to Joy at Barnes & Nobles, Bookshop.org or anywhere books are found. Now Go! Enjoy the balance oNaketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

An amazing leader, founder, podcast host, and founder of a 200 million Dollar Real Estate firm, Vicente “Vinnie” Enriquez is helping humans expand and express your legacy. Seeing yourself differently is one of the first steps toward seeing the possibilities that exist on the other side of limits we set for ourselves. Vinnie coaches’ other realtors, helping them to see themselves as sherpas that help their clients envision a lifestyle that creates multigenerational wealth.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-The benefit of shaking up your rituals and routines-How to go from barely paying rent to owning multiple properties-Why early relationship building is crucial in all industries, especially real estate-Normalizing looking past your current circumstance with an abundant mindset-Creating a moat difference in your business that allows you to propel beyond your competition More about Vicente “Vinnie” EnriquezVicente Enriquez aka Vinnie is the team lead of The Enriquez Group and Host of the Road to Growth Podcast. His real estate team is based out of San Diego, Ca and his team has successfully sold over $200,000,000 of San Diego Real Estate. On his podcast, he interviews Entrepreneurs that have overcome adversity and allows them to tell their story on how they have done it. Contact Vicente “Vinnie” EnriquezWebsite: www.theenriquezgroup.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_enriquez_group/ Youtube: The Enriquez Group Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you want to dive deeper into personal development topics shared on the BBP (Balance Boldly Podcast) and get the “how-to” for implementing and infusing these tools, connect on LinkedIn so you get notifications for the Live Fully LinkedIn LIVESTREAMS held  first and second Wednesday at 12pm EST (as long as I’m not selfishly vacationing and intentionally refueling) 😊Order a paperback copy of my survivor memoir and personal transformational story for yourself or a friend. Selfish: Permission to Pause, Live, Love and Laugh Your Way to Joy at Barnes & Nobles, Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

On today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Pelvic Health Specialist Alicia Patterson. The discussion was raw and real as it ranged from the impact of the overturning of Roe vs Wade to the importance of knowing your body as a way to release shame. Alicia is a leader in the specialized pelvic trauma healing field bridging the gap between the body and the psyche in therapy.What to expect in today's BBP episode:-        Why it’s important to have an open space for difficult conversations-        What you can do when your vaginal health feels achy and off-        The importance of somatic work in releasing shame-        Ways helpers can take care of themselves to increase the longevity of helping-        How to show up in your creativity more fully More about Alicia PattersonAlicia Patterson is a mental health counselor and pelvic health specialist in Denver CO. Alicia is a leader in the specialized pelvic trauma healing field bridging the gap between the body and the psyche in therapy. On top of years in the emergency mental health field, Alicia also holds additional training in EMDR therapy and other trauma-oriented tools, Dance Movement Therapy, Body Psychotherapy, visceral manipulation, uterine massage therapy, pelvic floor therapies and pelvic healing modalities, attachment and perinatal psychology, Gestalt & transpersonal psychology, and more holistic models balancing the medical and alternative healing fields. A leading psychotherapist and female pelvic healing specialist, Alicia provides a variety of services including counseling, holistic pelvic care, consultation, training & mentoring for professionals, female pelvic health programs, women's events & retreats, and more.Contact Alicia PattersonWebsite: https://www.alicianpatterson.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/innerpoweraliciapatterson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerpoweralicia/?hl=en Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-patterson-742b459/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClZy4vQycuMm2QAY0-Gz3dA Subscribe, REVIEW, Share & Balance BoldlyOn the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.If you want to dive deeper into personal development topics shared on the BBP (Balance Boldly Podcast) and get the “how-to” for implementing Naketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com

Today’s episode of the Balance Boldly Podcast is a double hitter! Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with two women who are having a difficult conversation, shifting the dehumanizing conversation of systemic racism from one that tells lies to one that supports the people disproportionately affected. Dr. Eleonora Bartoli and Dr. Ali Michael are heart centered professionals who are NOT OKAY with white people being at the top of the racial hierarchy. They are teaching other white people how to lean in and understand how powerful it is to listen, speak up, take feedback, and know when to break the unspoken rules that keep people from their empathetic humanity.  What to expect in today's BBP episode:-Why it’s important to do antiracism work now-The link between difficult conversations and unlearning-What you can learn from writing someone else’s life story-The importance of having a support system that’s willing to walk a new path with you-How recognizing your inner resilience is only one ingredient in the pie of success-Why you can’t compare or compete with another person or culture’s pain-How racial conversations with someone who has a white identity can add value More about the AuthorsAbout the Authors: ALI MICHAEL: pronunciation: ALI (Alee) Michael (no S) - as the Co-Director of the Race Institute for K-12 Educators, Ali Michael, Ph.D. works with schools and organizations across the country to help make research on race, Whiteness, and education more accessible and relevant to educators. Ali is the author of Raising Race Questions: Whiteness, Inquiry and Education, winner of the 2017 Society of Professors of Education Outstanding Book Award. She is a member of a multiracial editorial team and sits on the editorial board of the journal Whiteness and Education. Her article, What do White Children Need to Know About Race?, co-authored with Dr. Eleonora Bartoli in Independent Schools Magazine, won the Association and Media Publishing Gold Award for Best Feature Article in 2014. When she is not writing, speaking, or training, Ali is striving to be an antiracist co-parent to two amazing kids. Her writing and speeches are available at alimichael.org. ELEONORA BARTOLI, PH.D. pronunciation: Elee-uh-nor-uh (pronounced every vowel) - Bart-oh-lee - is a consultant and licensed psychologist, specializing in trauma, resilience-building, and multicultural/social justice counseling. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology: Human Development/Mental Health Research from the University of Chicago. After receiving her clinical license, she opened a small independent practice, which she has held since. After 15 years in academia (12 of those years as the director of a Master’s in counseling program), she became a full-time consultant. Her mission is to share the tools of counseling and psychology in support of social justice work. Throughout her career, Dr. Bartoli has held leadership positions in professional organizations at both the state and national levels. She has also presented at numerous conferences and is the author of several publications. In all her work, Dr. Bartoli integrates an understanding of neuroscience, focusing on how it informs symptom development as well as healing and resilience-buildinNaketa Ren Thigpen is a Balance (and) Relationship Advisor activating power couples (and) potent humans ready to self-actualize wholeness |Architect of Intentionally Selfish Suite Incubator- Training & Certification for Women Entrepreneurs| Podcast Host & Transformational Speaker. Interested in learning more, visit www.thigpro.com Ready to activate joy in work/life (and LOVE), enjoy this Complimentary Masterclass at asknaketa.com