The Yes To You Podcast aired from January 2019-January 2020
It was created, produced, and hosted by Dominique D. Wilson to be a global platform for women to foster collective healing and social change by telling their stories. By illuminating real stories of phenomenal women taking back their power to overcome adversity, redefine success for themselves, and help others along the way—we are committed to empowering women everywhere to say YES to their calling!
You can now connect with Dominique at holisticyonicare.com
Faith, Character, and Love: Wendy Uken's Journey From Undocumented to Unstoppable | 030
Faith, Character, and Love with Wendy Uken: One Woman’s Journey From Undocumented to Unstoppable - 030 | Yes To You Podcast
“I imagine one of the reasons people cling to their hates so stubbornly is because they sense, once hate is gone, they will be forced to deal with pain.” —James Baldwin
Dominique interviews Enrolled Agent, Tax Resolution Expert, and the Host of Tax Tribe the Podcast, Wendy Uken.
In this episode, you’ll hear Wendy’s boldly inspiring story of what it’s like to grow up in the United States as an undocumented person—a shocking story that is both untold and overlooked despite the millions of human beings impacted every day, right here in our own country!
Wendy shares how she developed the courage to power through the obstacles and limitations of growing up in a culture of fear, discrimination, and hatred through the power of love.
In our conversation, you’ll learn some great tips, so get your pen and paper ready! Here are a few things you can expect to hear about:
►How the stigma of being undocumented affected Wendy’s and relationships
►The power of mentorship and getting support from the right people
►Resources for developing psychological resilience to traumatic experiences
►An inspiring leap of faith that helped Wendy to find her voice in 2018
►What Wendy learned about love, acceptance, self-care, and self-expression
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Episode Outline
► [1:24] Happy New Year! Changes are coming to the podcast...again!
► [2:25] Meet Wendy Uken
► [4:25] Wendy explains what tax resolution is and the impact she makes
► [5:07] How Wendy got stumbled upon her amazing career
► [7:55] Challenges Wendy faced as an undocumented person in the US
► [9:40] A bittersweet turning point when Wendy found a mentor
► [10:00] How the stigma of being undocumented in the US affected Wendy’s career
► [10:55] How Wendy learned to ask for help and let people into her world
► [11:49] Wendy’s advice to those who are discriminated against
► [12:23] Wendy’s opinion on why many people fear relationships with undocumented people
► [14:30] Why we hate, push others away, and suppress empathy
► [15:30] Emotional healing and developing resilience by working through negative cognitions
► [16:40] The danger in asking for help as an undocumented person in the US
► [17:35] Healing from trauma and false indoctrination through self-acceptance
► [18:27] Mindset: The importance of reframing perceptions and redefining yourself
► [20:00] How negative distortions affect people of color - undocumented or otherwise
► [21:25] How Tax Resolution is a form of personal empowerment for Wendy’s clients
► [24:14] Developing courage and confidence in your ability to speak up and ask for help
► [26:30] Why Wendy launched Tax Tribe The Podcast and why YOU should listen
► [31:47] How podcasting can be used as a tool for MAJOR personal growth
► [35:25] How sci-fi can be used as a tool for personal empowerment and critical thinking
► [40:19] The importance of delegation, time management, and rest for self-care
► [43:20] Wendy’s #1 tip for women who are struggling to find their voice and their path
► [46:37] Wendy’s heartfelt message to undocumented girls all over the world
► [47:17] Finding your rainbow
► [48:22] Where to connect with Wendy online and listen to her podcast
► [48:56] Dominique acknowledges Wendy & closing thoughts
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
CONNECT WITH WENDY
Podcast: Tax Tribe The Podcast https://www.taxtribe.com/
Social Media: (Instagram | Facebook)
FAVORITE SCI-FI AUTHORS
► Anything by Octavia Butler
► Orson Scott Card’s Ender series
15 Sept 2019
How To Cope With Unexpected Change | 029
3 Questions: How To Cope With Unexpected Change - 029 | Yes To You Podcast
“Resilience is all about being able to overcome the unexpected. Sustainability is about survival. The goal of resilience is to thrive.” —Jamais Cascio
We all know that change is inevitable and the only constant. BUT, unexpected change and be stressful if we're not mentally and emotionally prepared.
These 3 powerful questions inspired by Dominique’s journey may help you to adjust in times of unexpected change so that you, too, can move forward peacefully with your heart's truest intention!
In this episode, Dominique invites you to reframe unexpected change as an opportunity for alignment as you carefully consider the following:
►Your Feelings
►Your Expectations
►Your Desires
You can use the questions stated in this episode as journal prompts, group discussion topics, or simply food for personal thought!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Google Play | Google Podcasts | Stitcher Radio
Episode Outline
► [1:32] What to expect in this episode
► [2:09] Dominique’s BIG move and tough changes this summer
► [4:15] Choosing acceptance over frustration
► [5:16] Empowerment Question #1: Feelings
► [5:46] When your routine gets permanently interrupted
► [7:00] Wearing too many hats leads to burnout, stress, and depression
► [8:46] Busybody, numbing out and suppression of feelings through routine
► [9:45] Empowerment Questions #2: Expectations
► [10:25] How expectations can lead to fear, shame, and doubt
► [12:14] The #1 thing to base ALL of your decisions on
► [12:45] What to do when things just aren’t working out as you’d planned
► [13:23] Turn obstacles into opportunities and problems into possibilities
► [14:49] Empowerment Question #3: Desire
► [16:21] Why Desire is so important to make the RIGHT decisions for your life right now
► [17:00] Putting it all together to know whether or not you’re on the right track
► [18:50] Being honest with yourself is the secret to your best next step
► [19:36] Closing thoughts and acknowledgment
30 May 2019
How To Improve Gut Health Naturally with Joyce Wheeler | Weekly Wellness Tip #23
How To Improve Gut Health Naturally with Joyce Wheeler | Weekly Wellness Tip #23
In this mini-segment, Natural Lifestyle Expert, Joyce Wheeler, shares tips on how to heal your gut and the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome for optimal health.
Based on a combination of her education and life experience, Joyce answers several questions related to establishing, maintaining, and repairing the gut, such as:
► What is the gut microbiome?
► Why does gut health matter?
► What are some practical ways to maintain a healthy gut?
► How can we tell whether or not our gut is healhty?
► How can we repair an unhealthy gut, especially after exposing our microbiome to antibiotics?
Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Google Play | Google Podcasts | Stitcher Radio
About Joyce
Joyce Wheeler has been living a natural lifestyle since 2012. During 2014 she began doing freelance writing on different aspects of natural living and, in 2015, started a natural living magazine and a podcast on Wolf Spirit Radio. She is also a blogger, speaker, and the host of Natural Bliss Podcast.
In 2012 Joyce began learning about herbs on her own and formulated a salve which started her current business, Heavenly Bodies. After further education in cosmetic chemistry—she now formulates various skin care products, tinctures, and elixirs for both individuals and estheticians using plant-based, organic ingredients.
Her mission is to provide quality products made from cruelty-free, organic ingredients that are easy on the pocketbook. Joyce believes everyone should be able to afford quality, toxic-free products at reasonable prices for a better quality of life.
Learn more about Joyce’s products by visiting hborganicskincare.com and get 20% OFF your next purchase when you use coupon code YESTOYOU (it’s a one-time offer).
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