Black? Check. Female? Check? Military? Check, Check.
Finally, a down-to-earth podcast exploring all things financial, spiritual, and mental health for Black Women who've served ---- past, present, and future. Whether you check one box or all, this is for you!
If you like our work, please consider supporting it! See how you can help at www.themindfulmilitary.com
The Benefits of Birthing With A Holistic Health Coach and Doula
What is birth, anyway? Is it just an event? Is it a transformation? How are you supposed to navigate all? How about setting intentions for your birth---- ever done that? These were all questions that came up in our conversation with US Army soldier, Marquita Allen.
A certified Doula and Holistic Wellness coach, Marquita's life purpose is to love on and guide expecting mothers through birth, as well as heal our community through our ancestral roots. Enjoy!
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More About Marquita - Official Bio: Marquita Allen is the creator and founder of Miyanda Health and Wellness + Host of "Black Girl Essentials" Podcast.
14 Oct 2021
Detachment From Labels and Expectations Feat. Attorney Jennifer Brantley, ESQ - REWIND
Today's episode is a rewind of Episode 2 feat Attorney + Tech Founder Jennifer Brantley, ESQ.
We had some serious girl talk about the truth about entrepreneurship, ridding yourself of labels society places on you, and how to gain your freedom to live out loud
How much of your worth is attached to the labels you place on yourself? Entrepreneur? Veteran? Mother? MilSpouse?
Whatever you decide, let Jennifer Brantley, Esq. remind you of one thing -- you're much more than what society thinks of you.
She's a lawyer, writer, and accomplished speaker, too. Her mission is to encourage women to step outside of the categories given by other people to walk with purpose, both in business and at home.
Learn more about the FindMe Mobile App: www.findmemobileapp.com
6 Oct 2021
Military Girl's Guide To Buying A Home: Dos, Donts, and Everything in Between - REWIND
Congrats, Kaera! This week's episode is a rewind of Episode 3: Building Generational Wealth through Real Estate with Virginia Realtor Kaera Mims! Since the show aired, Kaera was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors!
Episode Topics:
- Why are home appraisals so low in the Black community?
- Are Black Veterans better off than civilians when purchasing a home?
- What is redlining?
More On Kaera: As a self-proclaimed #REALTORNerd, education is important to Kaéra Mims and now with 18+ years in the industry, she can not imagine a greater way to serve her local community as a REALTOR and Success Coach educating the next generation of REALTORS.
Learn more about Kaera Mims here!
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Links to topics mentioned in the show:
The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America Richard Rothstein
What is Redlining? From the NYT
29 Sept 2021
Real Mindful: The Art of Non-Doing
Non-doing is the process of effortless existence. Listen in to how you can achieve your goals and your life's desires by simply doing less and being more.
Real Mindful breaks down complex mindfulness concepts into real tools to be applied in everyday life. We got you, sis!
Links mentioned:
Wherever You Go, There You Are (https://www.amazon.com/Wherever-You-There-Are-Mindfulness/dp/1401307787) by Jon Kabat-Zinn
22 Sept 2021
BIZDOM: 3 Reasons Why I Started This Podcast---And Why You Should Start One Too
BIZDOM aka Business Wisdom - Beyond the fact that podcasting is quickly becoming the #1 marketing tool, this show is also a testament to my passions and contribution to the world. We're all just trying to make the world a better place, right?
Here's a recap:
- Podcasting helps build brands
- Podcasting is an excellent stream of income
- *Most important reason* Black women deserve spaces of their own!
Background Reading and Links Mentioned:
- Exploding Topics - Podcasting Trends
- BlkPodCollective - Resource for Black Podcasters to learn and grow in the community
- More About Gabrielle, host - Gabrielle's personal website
15 Sept 2021
Ashley Kansinally, LCSW-C Helps Women Heal Through Post-Partum Depression (PPD)
Post-partum depression is real and many Black birthing mothers have limited access to the resources we need to lessen the impact of the often traumatic but common Post-partum experience. Ashley Kansinally, a Maryland based licensed social worker, takes us through what healing can look like for mothers experiencing this debilitating form of depression, as well as her transformative work at the Blossom and Grow Wellness Center.
To find out more about Ashley and the Blossom and Grow Wellness Center, visit: https://www.blossomandgrowwellness.com/
To find a Black Female Therapist in your area, visit: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
9 Sept 2021
Anusha Wijeyakumar on White Supremacy in Yoga
“The yoga of the West is steeped in white supremacy” - A (https://www.instagram.com/shantiwithin/)nusha Wijeyakumar
In this episode, Yoga Journal contributing editor, author, and mindfulness expert Anusha Wijeyakumar joins us to debunk the myths and set the record straight about yoga and its colonized roots in America. If you’re a yoga practitioner, yoga enthusiast, or just getting started, this episode is a MUST listen!
Links mentioned in the show:
- Anusha Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shantiwithin/)
- Anusha Book (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0738762687/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1593119356&sr=8-1) (Order a copy!)
If you like our work, please consider supporting it! See how you can help at www.themindfulmilitary.com! (//www.themindfulmilitary.com)
1 Sept 2021
Jennifer Brantley, ESQ, On Releasing Labels and Stepping into your Power
How much of your worth is attached to the labels you place on yourself? Entrepreneur? Veteran? Mother? MilSpouse?
Whatever you decide, let Jennifer Brantley, Esq. remind you of one thing -- you're much more than what society think of you.
She's a lawyer, writer, and accomplished speaker, too. Her mission is to encourage women to step outside of the categories given by other people to walk with purpose, both in business and at home. We had some serious girl talk about the truth about entrepreneurship, ridding yourself of labels society places on you, and how to gain your freedom to live out loud!
Learn more about the FindMe Mobile App: www.findmemobileapp.com
25 Aug 2021
Kaera Mims Talks The Power Of Real Estate To Build Generational Wealth
Why are home appraisals so low in the Black community? Are Black Veterans better off than civilians when purchasing a home? What is redlining? Self-proclaimed "REALTOR Nerd" Kaera Mims breaks it all down in this episode!
More On Kaera: As a self-proclaimed #REALTORNerd, education is important to Kaéra Mims and now with 18+ years in the industry, she can not imagine a greater way to serve her local community as a REALTOR and Success Coach educating the next generation of REALTORS.
Learn more about Kaera Mims here (https://www.instagram.com/kaeramimsrealtor/)!
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Links to topics mentioned in the show:
The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America Richard Rothstein (https://www.epi.org/publication/the-color-of-law-a-forgotten-history-of-how-our-government-segregated-america/)
What is Redlining? From the NYT (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/17/realestate/what-is-redlining.html)
18 Aug 2021
Biz Coach Alisha Robertson on Building an Intentional Business and Avoiding Burnout
"Entrepreneurship is not for the weak, but it is for the well-rested." - Unknown
August is Black Business Month. Exciting right?! But, behind closed doors, this yearly celebration is often met with overwhelm, imposter syndrome, anxiety, and so many other emotions that arise due to the pressure of performance. Sometimes being the marketer, the social media manager, the inventory assistant, the model, and the mailman can get exhausting.
Intentional business coach Alisha Robertson shares how she built her successful business after a bout of exhaustion and burnout. In this episode, learn:
- How she escaped burnout and works towards sustaining her business without slipping into imposter syndrome
- How she serves her clients through her signature framework
- How she helps women like you to package up your knowledge into your signature offer and better serve your clients without sacrificing the life you desire!
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Background reading:
Want to sign up for Alisha's program, check out her website here! https://www.alisharobertson.com/
Looking for a therapist? Visit www.therapyforblackgirls.com
11 Aug 2021
Bree Carroll Talks How To Design Your Dream Marriage With Intention
Marriage is tough. Now, add deployments, retirements, cross-country moves, and children into the mix and its get really tough!
Bree Carrol is the AFI Air Force Spouse of the Year, a military marriage coach, event specialist, and speaker who transforms spaces and hearts through authentic design and purposeful planning. With a background in civil engineering, Bree brings her brilliance of problem-solving and eye for design to couples, so they can design a marriage even more beautiful than their wedding day.
Today's episode includes:
- August 14th, 2021 - Military Marriage Day (https://www.militarymarriageday.com/)
- The art of building a brand as a military spouse, including Bree's secrets, lessons learned, pitfalls, and ways to celebrate!
- Bree's experience navigating the joys and challenges of raising children within the military family paradigm
Guest Social Media Info:
Bree Carrol (https://www.instagram.com/itsbreecarroll/)
https://smart.bio/bcarrollevents/ (https://smart.bio/bcarrollevents/)
This episode is sponsored by Anchor FM!
5 Aug 2021
Mindful Military: Official Trailer
Black women make up 26% of Active Duty military personnel but only 16% of the total US population.
Interesting, right?
Join us as we honor women from the past and nurture the future through insightful conversations from some of the dopest, most intelligent mental, financial and spiritual leaders. Be prepared to laugh and fill your cup full with mindful living inspiration each week, as my guest and I explore the best ways to live a fuller, richer, easier life.
Whether you make a monthly contribution of $100 or $1, your pledge is appreciated.
Become a patron of Mindful Military today.
With deep gratitude,
Gabrielle Pickens x Mindful Military Team
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