Welcome to Shonnie Speaks—a podcast where truth is spoken, growth is embraced, and becoming never stops.
Hosted by Shonnie, this show explores the realities of healing, motherhood, entrepreneurship, faith, self-discovery, and creating a life rooted in purpose. From navigating setbacks and celebrating wins to discussing mindset shifts and building something bigger than yourself, every conversation is designed to inspire, encourage, and remind you that growth is a lifelong journey.
If you’re learning to trust yourself, heal, dream bigger, and become the person you’re meant to be, you’re in the right place.
Real conversations. Real growth. Real life.
Sometimes healing doesn’t look like becoming someone completely new. Sometimes it looks like looking at who you used to be and finally admitting, “I’ve outgrown this.”
In this episode of Shonnie Speaks, I’m getting honest about the versions of myself I had to outgrow, the things I once reached for when I was hurting, and what it means to stop carrying habits, mindsets, and identities that no longer belong to the woman I’m becoming.
I’m talking about healing without shame, giving yourself grace, trusting God through uncomfortable seasons, and recognizing that sometimes the biggest evidence of growth is what you no longer desire, tolerate, or return to.
Because becoming isn’t always about adding something to yourself. Sometimes, it’s about releasing what can’t come with you.
Real conversations. Real growth. Real life.Welcome to Shonnie Speaks. 🎙️
4 Sept 2026
Life Update, I’m back!
In this episode of Shonnie Speaks, you’re getting a life update. You’ll learn where I’ve been and why I took such a long break. There will be mentions on suicide and self harm. It’s real, it’s raw, it’s emotional, it’s transparent, it’s me. Welcome to Shonnie Speaks.
5 Apr 2025
No More Apologies: Owning Your Full Self
In today’s episode of Living My Truth With Shonnie, I’m getting real about something I still struggle with—apologizing for being me.
Not because I’m ashamed of who I am—I’ve grown way past that stage.
But because sometimes my energy, my voice, my presence feels too big for spaces and people who were never meant to hold me.
And maybe you’ve felt that too.
Maybe you’ve caught yourself shrinking, toning it down, trying to fit into places you’ve outgrown.
Today’s conversation is a reminder:
You don’t have to apologize for your light.
You don’t have to water yourself down to be loved.
You don’t have to become smaller to be accepted.
This is your permission slip to take up space.
To live loudly, boldly, and unapologetically.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling “too much,” this episode is for you.
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22 Mar 2025
Where Fear Ends, I Begin
In this episode, I’m not speaking from the mountaintop—I’m speaking from the middle. The quiet space between healing and stepping into something new. Where Fear Ends, I Begin is me sharing the real, unfiltered truth about what it feels like to finally reach a place of peace… and still feel fear trying to pull up a seat.
I’ve done the work. I’ve faced the past. I’ve broken ties and let go of who I used to be. But even now, standing in the very places I prayed to be, there are moments when my heart still races, my mind still spirals, and my spirit still whispers, “Am I really ready for this?”
This episode is for the woman who’s healed but still learning how to rest. The one who’s walking in her answered prayers but still flinching from old patterns. I’m not giving you steps—I’m giving you my truth. Because sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is show up in the middle of your becoming and say, “I’m still here… and I’m not turning back.”
This is where fear ends—and where I begin.
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8 Mar 2025
Triggers
This week, I’m facing something I thought I was fully healed from. But triggers have a way of showing up uninvited—loud, heavy, and relentless. In this episode, I’m taking you with me as I unpack the weight of returning home, the emotions that come with it, and the reality of healing while still fighting through the echoes of what I survived.
This one is longer, heavier, and more vulnerable than ever.
I’m sharing truths I haven’t said out loud before. I’m giving voice to the pain, the triggers, and the fight to hold onto my peace—even when it feels like I’m losing my grip.
If you’ve ever had to stand in front of the same people who broke you, if you’ve ever questioned your healing when old wounds started bleeding again, if you’re in the middle of fighting for yourself right now—this episode is for you.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes raw, unfiltered discussions about trauma, survival, and healing. Please take care of yourself as you listen.
You’ve already healed from this. This is just an attack. Don’t let it win.
Let’s get into it.
2 Mar 2025
The Trap of Comfort
In this episode, we’re getting real about comfort—the sneaky trap that keeps us stuck, stagnant, and settling for less than what God has for us. We’ll talk about how comfort disguises itself as peace when it’s really a prison, why overthinking is keeping you from your breakthrough, and how faith requires movement, not just belief. If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect time” to step into what God is calling you to do, this is your wake-up call. It’s time to stop hesitating, stop second-guessing, and start moving. Because the life you’ve been praying for? It’s on the other side of obedience.
scriptures used:
• Matthew 16:24
• Revelation 3:15-16
• Genesis 12:1
• Exodus 3:10-11
• 1 Samuel 17:45
• Matthew 14:29
22 Feb 2025
When Will It Be My Turn? Trusting God’s Timing & Letting Go of Comparison
Hey my loves! Welcome back to Living My Truth with Shonnie. I know it’s been a minute, but I’m back and ready to dive deep into some real conversations. In this episode, we’re talking about something that hits home for so many of us—distractions, comparison, and learning to trust God’s timing. Inspired by Pastor Mike Todd’s Dating Distractions series, I’m getting transparent about how easy it is to lose focus and how even the smallest distractions can pull us away from God’s purpose.
We’re unpacking the dangers of comparison, how it robs us of peace and joy, and why trusting God’s timeline—even when it feels slow—is essential for real growth. I’m sharing my personal struggles with patience, what it feels like waiting on God, and how to navigate seasons of feeling “stuck” while everyone else seems to be moving ahead.
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “When is it going to be my turn?” or struggled with staying focused on your own journey, this episode is for you. So grab your coffee, tea, or whatever brings you peace, and let’s talk about how to stop letting distractions and comparison steal our joy—and how to fully trust in God’s perfect plan.
Let’s get real. Let’s get honest. And remember, keep living your truth.
Scriptures quoted:
John 10:10
Jeremiah 29:11
Matthew 14:28-31
Galatians 6:4
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Link to Pastor Mike Todd’s Death to Distraction https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transformation-church/id1348831124?i=1000685550922
10 Jan 2025
Trusting God When Life Doesn’t Look Like What You Want
What do you do when life doesn’t turn out the way you planned? When the relationship you invested in crumbles, the dream you’ve been working toward falls apart, or you find yourself stuck in a cycle of hurt and disappointment?
In this heartfelt episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, I open up about my own recent breakdown and the moment God reminded me that it’s time to reset. I share what it means to release control, trust God’s timing, and let go of people and situations that aren’t aligned with His peace.
Life can be messy, unpredictable, and heartbreaking. But God isn’t afraid of the mess—He works right in the middle of it. Join me as we talk about resetting our hearts, embracing the process, and trusting that God is always working behind the scenes, even when life doesn’t look like what we want.
This is your season to reset. Let’s do it together.
Scriptures Used:
1. Isaiah 55:8-9 – “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.”
2. Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
3. Psalm 37:4 – “Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.”
4. Ecclesiastes 3:1 – “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
5. Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint.”
6. Romans 8:28 – “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”
7. Isaiah 43:18-19 – “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”
24 Nov 2024
Love Bombed into Loving a Narcissist – A Journey from Illusion to Reality
Shonnie shares her harrowing journey of being love-bombed into a toxic relationship with a narcissist, revealing the devastating consequences of manipulation, control, and emotional abuse.
8 Nov 2024
When the World Turns Its Back – God’s Unwavering Love
Shonnie shares how God's unwavering love remains constant even when the world turns its back, offering practical encouragement to stay anchored in His promises.
4 Oct 2024
Stop Chasing Men – Trusting God’s Plan for Your Heart
Podcast Episode Description: Stop Chasing Men – Trusting God’s Plan for Your Heart
In this episode of Living My Truth, I’m getting real with y’all about something we’ve all been through at some point—chasing men. Whether it’s their attention, approval, or trying to force something that isn’t God’s plan, we’ve all been there. But here’s the thing: we’re not designed to chase anyone. God has something better for you, and today we’re going to talk about why it’s time to stop chasing men and start trusting His plan for your heart.
We’ll dive into why chasing men stems from insecurity or fear, how it leads to settling for less than God’s best, and why trusting in His timing is key. Proverbs 18:22 tells us, “He who finds a wife finds a good thing,” and sis, that means you’re not the one who needs to be running after anyone. I’ll be sharing scriptures and truths that will encourage you to wait for God’s timing and find your worth in Him, not in any relationship.
Let’s shift from chasing to walking confidently in God’s purpose for us, trusting that He’s preparing the right person to come alongside us at the right time.
Scriptures Mentioned:
1. Proverbs 18:22 – “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.”
2. Psalm 139:14 – “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
3. Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to prosper you and not to harm you.”
4. Ephesians 3:20 – “Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think.”
5. Isaiah 55:8-9 – “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways.”
6. Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.”
7. Romans 8:28 – “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him.”
8. 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession.”
9. Proverbs 31:30 – “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
Listen in as we talk about letting go, trusting God’s plan, and walking in the confidence of knowing that He’s got your heart and your future under control. Stay strong, keep the faith, and keep living your truth
4 Oct 2024
Faith Like Job – Trusting God Through the Storm
In this episode of Living My Truth, I’m diving into one of the most difficult but powerful aspects of faith—trusting God when everything in your life is falling apart. We’re talking about having faith like Job—the kind that doesn’t waver even when life feels unbearable.
I share Job’s story, from his immense suffering to his unwavering faith, and connect it to my own 18-year battle with depression. Life was constantly hitting me, and even when things started to look up, something else would go wrong. It was hard, and I questioned God a lot, but through it all, I learned that even in the darkest moments, God is still working behind the scenes.
If you’re going through your own storm right now, this episode will encourage you to hold on and trust that God is still with you. Keep trusting, keep believing, and remember—faith doesn’t mean everything is perfect, but it means believing that God is still good.
Scriptures Mentioned:
Job 1:1 – Job was described as blameless and upright.
Job 1:21 – “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.”
Job 2:9 – Job’s wife told him to “curse God and die,” but he held on.
Job 13:15 – “Though He slay me, yet will I hope in Him.”
Isaiah 55:9 – “My ways are higher than your ways.”
Job 42:10-12 – God restores Job and gives him double what he had lost.
James 1:12 – “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial.”
Tune in, and let’s get through this together. Trust that even when it doesn’t make sense, God is still in control. Stay strong, y’all, and keep living your truth.
28 Sept 2024
Trusting God’s Timing – Waiting with Purpose
In this episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, we dive deep into the often challenging but necessary season of waiting on God. If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated, questioning why things aren’t happening on your timeline, this conversation is for you. Shonnie shares personal stories, powerful scripture, and practical steps to help you wait with purpose, not frustration. Learn why God’s timing is always perfect, even when it feels delayed, and how to shift your perspective to see the purpose behind the waiting. Whether you’re praying for a breakthrough, clarity, or healing, this episode will encourage you to trust the process, knowing that God is working behind the scenes for your good. Tune in to discover how to actively trust God’s plan and grow in faith while waiting for His promises to unfold.
Scriptures Highlighted: Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 37:7, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Proverbs 3:5-6, Habakkuk 2:3, Romans 8:28, and more.
6 Jul 2024
How Trauma Shapes Us & The Journey To Healing
In this heartfelt episode of Living My Truth with Shonnie, I share my powerful story of childhood sexual abuse, the long-lasting impact on my mental health, and my 18-year battle with depression. I discuss the shame, self-blame, and anger I carried, and how these emotions affected my relationships, parenting, and faith.
I open up about the challenges of seeking help in a community where mental health is stigmatized and the difficulty of forgiving myself and others. Despite the darkness, my journey is one of hope and resilience. I talk about the pivotal moments that led me to therapy, reconnecting with my faith, and building a support system.
This episode offers practical steps and spiritual practices that have been instrumental in my healing process. It’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder that healing is possible.
Key Points:
•Impact of childhood trauma on mental health
•Struggles with depression, self-blame, and anger
•Seeking professional help and building a support system
•Role of faith and spirituality in healing
•Practical steps for healing and self-care
Tune in for an honest and hopeful discussion on how trauma shapes us and the journey to healing.
Call to Action:
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Closing Message:
Remember, you’re stronger than you know, and you’re not alone. Stay true to yourself and keep living your truth.
Resources:
• 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineLanguages: English, SpanishHours: Available 24 hours
• Betterhelp.com - online therapy
Contact Me:
Email: shonnielocain@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/shonnieo
Website: www.shonnieocain.com
24 May 2024
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