Happy Black Woman Podcast With Rosetta Thurman

There are all kinds of approaches to self care - and self care ideas seem to be a dime a dozen. But the topic is no less important for all the hype surrounding it. On this episode, Rosetta has a great conversation with Chivon John, a serious entrepreneur who has discovered from her own struggles that self care is non-negotiable. She’s felt the sting of the lack of self care and has a good deal of advice about how you can avoid the pitfalls that come from not taking care of yourself. You’ll do yourself a tremendous favor by listening. Why do we find it OK to be intentional about business, but not about self care? None of the Happy Black Woman Tribe has a problem getting very specific or intentional when it comes to their business. Business plans, strategy maps, marketing plans - they are things we are diligent about putting in place and working. So why are we so hesitant to be intentional about our self care? Is it laziness? Is it fear? Or is it something more? Chivon John has a ton of great insights about how

It’s not often that you get to sit down with someone who’s business is business strategy. But that is EXACTLY what you’re going to get on this episode of The Happy Black Woman Podcast. Rosetta is chatting with a fellow participant in Lisa Sasevich’s Sassy Mastermind, Toni Navy. Toni spent many years in the corporate environment and learned business and successful business strategy at a high level while she was there. But in time she moved out of the corporate environment to help business owners large and small build the kind of strategy for success that really works. Toni has such practical help to give on this episode, so be sure you take the time to listen. Are you doing the right things that will help you be more profitable? Business strategy may sound like a complicated thing but it’s really not. Strategy is nothing more than making a plan for how you are going to create your valuable product or service, how you are going to get it in front of those who need it (marketing) and how you are going to follow

Black women and money are not often spoken of in the same sentence. There are so many negative mindsets or pieces of emotional baggage that we black women carry surrounding money that have to be changed. Thankfully, we have some sisters who have been down that road ahead of us and are willing to help. Kara Stevens is one of those women. She's done the hard work of changing her own mindset to facilitate a different way of dealing with and earning money. In this conversation, Rosetta and Kara talk about the baggage and mindsets that hold Black Women back and chart a way forward. You’ll want to hear this one. The emotional hurdles surrounding money have got to be overcome. Too many times we black women are living our lives according to beliefs and emotional baggage that no longer apply. Kara Stevens shares how as a child her dominant belief about men and money was that men cannot be trusted with money. She had to do a lot of self-examination and personal work to overcome the negative beliefs she had around money

The lack of self love among black woman is at crisis levels. Years of wrong beliefs and negative circumstances have caused us to think and live more in terms of limitation than possibility. We don’t love ourselves because we are not convinced that we are worthy of love. But each of us is unique, a jewel that needs to be seen for what it is. This conversation between Rosetta and her guest, Abiola Abrams is full of juicy insights into the way you can begin to love yourself, believe in the power and potential of your true self, and begin walking a new path that will take you on the discovery of your lifetime. We have a duty to evolve our bloodlines and our possibilities. Abiola Abrams believes that black women not only need to learn the art of self love to empower themselves, they also need to learn it so they can fulfill a sacred duty to their children and children’s children. It is time for the limitations and hindrances to be cast aside so that black women and their families are able to partake of the inherit

If you don’t have a PR strategy (public relations) for your business you are probably shooting in the dark, trying to hit your client target without a lot of clarity. But it doesn’t take much to get your PR strategy clear, concise, and targeted to your ideal customer or client, you just have to know HOW to do the work, and take the time to do it. On this episode of Happy Black Woman, Rosetta is chatting with Ayofemi Kirby, an expert PR strategist who is part of the Happy Black Woman inner circle mastermind group. She’s got a great handle on what it takes to clarify your PR message and get it out in a compelling and powerful way. You’ll enjoy hearing the relevant, practical tips she’s got to share. What is PR and why is it important for every business? PR (public relations) is an older term carried over from the days of big business, but it’s a term that’s still relevant when you understand how it has changed with the times. The very words “public relations” express the need for you, the person behind your bus

Rosetta admits that for many years she thought of yoga and meditation as things that weren’t for her. In her mind, they were things skinny white women did. But through relationships with people like her guest on this episode, Dafina Lovelace, she’s discovered that the practice of yoga and the principles that serve as its foundation is a powerful way she can calm herself, relieve stress, and center herself around her purpose. All of that enables her to accomplish more and move her success to even higher levels. On this episode, Rosetta and Dafina chat about how a happy black woman with an MBA and a tech background became a certified yoga instructor and leveraged that skill into a business for accomplished and aspiring black woman entrepreneurs. Why every black woman should try Yoga and meditation. As Rosetta and Dafina chatted about the stigma that yoga often has they both agreed that every black woman should at least do their homework when it comes to understanding the principles and practice of yoga. Both of

If you’ve ever wondered how to develop confidence in yourself this podcast episode was recorded just for you. It features Kimberly Dunlap, one of the Happy Black Woman inner circle who has been wowing people with her insights into personal confidence, inner healing, empowerment, and a whole lot more. On this episode, Rosetta talks with Kimberly about the things that have led her to the point in life where she feels free of her own inner turmoil and empowered to help other women reach the same levels of satisfaction and confidence - and beyond! Do you realize the power of your own story? Most of us see our story as a path riddled with liabilities, hurts, and disappointments. We find it hard to believe that the things we’ve experienced can be of help to others. And while your path may be fraught with those kinds of experiences it’s nevertheless true that what you’ve experienced equips you to be an asset to others who have not yet overcome those same things in their own lives. This episode of the podcast feature

The path to understanding your African heritage is one that each black woman has to take in her own time. But June Nzinga White believes that the sooner a woman begins the journey the better she’ll be able to know herself and the unique things that make her a light in the world. On this episode of The Happy Black Woman podcast, Rosetta welcomes June and together the two of them unpack what it means to go in search of your Afrikan heritage, why it matters, and the benefits that come from being more clearly connected to your roots as a black woman. You won’t want to miss this enlightening and motivating conversation. Are you disconnected from your past? If you don’t know where you’ve come from - where your people have come from - you don’t truly know the context out of which you’ve been raised. There is so much from your past that informs and shapes who you are. June Nzinga White is passionate about helping black people understand their heritage so they can better live out the unique place in the world they hav

If someone were to tell you that you need to get your mind right, you may take offense. But what if they are right? What if there is something in the way you think about your life and the success that is possible that is limiting you from achieving what you’re made to do? Kendra Kay Woods has learned from her own experience that her personal mindset is one of the biggest things that has limited her from reaching the level of success that she’s destined to reach. You can hear her story and find out how she can help you get your mind right, on this episode of Happy Black Woman. What will it take for you to finally start moving toward your calling? So many women in the Happy Black community are part of the movement in concept but have yet to take action on the dreams they have deep inside. The fact that you have to accept wholeheartedly is this: Nobody is going to do the work for you. It’s YOUR work to do, YOUR calling to pursue. There are plenty of women in the community to help you but none who can do it for y

Every woman has an ideal image, that authentic self that is THEM. It has to do with their inner person and the way the outer is used to express it. On this episode of Happy Black Woman, Rosetta is chatting with Kimberly Harden, an expert at helping women discover their ideal image and learn how to confidently express it in their clothing choices, personal style, and interactions with others. It’s her mission to help you experience your ideal image from the inside out. Find out more from Kimberly on this episode. Action steps to start showing up in the world in an authentic way. You’ve got to have a strong foundation to build on if you are going to start showing up in the world authentically and with confidence. That starts with knowing who you are first of all and being confident in yourself, regardless if you feel you are overweight or too thin. Who you are is not defined by your body size, it’s defined by your belief in yourself - and THAT resides within. Kimberly Harden is going to help you understand how

You may be like the people Heidi Harris was meeting. They had heard of the Law of Attraction but didn’t know anything about it. It was through a number of conversations like this that Heidi came to believe that she should make it her business (literally) to make sure that everyone in her circles and beyond knew what the Law of Attraction is and how to put it to work in her life. The rest is history. On this episode, Rosetta chats with Heidi about how she has traveled her journey and what it is she helps her clients do to amplify their lives. Be sure you take the time to listen. A story of hardship turned to new perspective and life change. As is the case with many entrepreneurs who make a dent in the world, Heidi Harris is a woman who has come to the place of success she is at via a very hard road. Personal losses and tragedies set the stage for her mind and spirit to be receptive to the things she needed to learn about herself and the way life works. On this episode of The Happy Black Woman podcast, you’ll g

You know how to take care of you. You just don’t do it. Right? There are so many reasons why - responsibilities, kids, business, family - there’s no end to the things that demand a piece of your time, a piece of you. It can easily feel like there’s no time left over to take care of yourself, but if you don’t figure it out you know that you’re going to crash eventually. Today’s guest is Rosetta’s friend, Aisha Moore an expert in self-care who teaches busy women like you how to care for themselves first so they can ensure that they have the energy to serve others at home and in their business. What Aisha has to share today could save your life, both figuratively and literally, so be sure you listen. What IS self-care and why is it important? When you think of self-care, what comes to mind? Is it a nice manicure or pedicure? Is it time alone, reading a book or enjoying your favorite drink? Those things definitely qualify as self-care but the concept and practice entail so much more than just those acts. Aisha Mo

Many of the women who come upon the Happy Black Woman tribe are struggling to discover the best business to start. Part of the reason they struggle is they don’t know exactly what gifts they’ve been given or how those gifts might fit into a business. If you find yourself in that place you are going to be super blessed by this episode. Rosetta’s guest is Cori Willis, a vital member of the HBW inner circle mastermind who specializes in helping women discover their gifts and put them to work to fulfill their life calling. You will get so much value out of this episode if you listen so don’t put it off! Why are many entrepreneurs NOT doing what they are meant to do? Cori Willis works full time in the real estate industry and she sees person after person who work in real estate who don’t fit the jobs they are doing. They may be a property manager but hate working with tenants and lease agreements. They could be a real estate agent and don’t enjoy sales at all. Why does this sort of thing happen? Cori says much of

The issue of work life balance is one that every one of us feels because life these days seems more fast-paced than ever. Is there really a way to balance the things you do in your workday with the needs and desires you have concerning the rest of your life? On this episode of the Happy Black Woman podcast, Rosetta talks with another of her mastermind members, Angie Gray about the importance of understanding what work life balance is really all about and how every woman can truly take control of her situation to ensure that what needs to be effectively addressed in her life is not falling through the cracks. You’ll get a ton of value out of what Angie has to share so be sure you listen. Your life experiences are what show you your purpose. Angie Gray is a woman who was serving people at every turn. She has long been active in the life and ministries of her church family and found herself meeting the same kinds of needs more and more. But problems arose when she realized that the time she was giving out to peo

Most of the women featured on the Happy Black Woman podcast are businesswomen; entrepreneurs who are building their dreams through a successful company. Today’s guest is a bit different. Rebecca Thompson is fulfilling her life-calling by championing a cause: black women in politics. Rebecca’s determination and spirit are a powerful demonstration of what can happen when black woman get energized toward public office. You will be inspired and encouraged - possibly even motivated to get involved in your community's politics - by listening to this episode of the podcast. The face of power tends to be male and it tends to be white. If you haven’t noticed how things are in this world, the faces of power tend to be male and they tend to be white. There’s nothing wrong with that - anyone can be an elected leader in the United States if they truly have the heart to serve the people. But those two facts do show us that the black community, and black women in particular, are underrepresented among the elected officials

If you’ve been thinking about becoming an entrepreneur but don’t know how to get started you are in the right place because this episode of The Happy Black Woman podcast features women’s business coach Renee Lamb. Renee specializes in helping entrepreneurs get clarity on what it is they are offering and who they are offering it to so that they can not only add value to the lives of those they serve but also earn their living through the amazing services they provide. On this episode, she unloads a ton of good information to help you start the journey toward clarity and greater effectiveness as an entrepreneur. You need to make the time to listen to this one. Becoming an entrepreneur is not as hard as it sounds. Renee Lamb believes that the act of becoming an entrepreneur starts with clarity. You have to get incredibly clear on what it is you are bringing to the market and who the people are who truly need that thing or service. If you don’t take the time to get clear you’ll struggle trying to make a business

When you think of yourself what kind of potential do you see? Some women are absolutely confident, ready to take on the world. But that kind of woman is the exception, not the norm. It’s more often the case that women are struggling to know who they are and to truly believe that they have something valuable to offer the world. How do you overcome the negative beliefs that keep you bound? What can you do to step beyond those limitations to tap into your true potential? On today’s episode, Rosetta chats with a black woman’s life coach who is leading the charge to powerfully change lives and reshape mindsets. Charlene Dior is Rosetta’s guest on this episode. Every one of us has a soul full of potential. Have you discovered yours? It may be hard for you to believe that you have great potential but think about it this way: Every person who has accomplished something great was once a child. They, like you, were born with nothing but their humanity and a bunch of raw talent that needed to be honed and refined. For t

Mindsets around money can be messed up in big ways. We all learn to think about money at an early age and the attitudes we develop are not always healthy. Amber Berry has noticed that tendency in herself and in many others and has learned a ton of great ways to think about money in healthier ways. That’s why she developed her Feel Good Finances website and helps entrepreneurs deal with the emotional and mindset issues surrounding money. On this episode of The Happy Black Woman podcast, you’re going to hear Rosetta’s conversation with Amber about money mindset, productivity, and building a dream business that you can use to create the life you desire. Be sure you take the time to listen! Do you have a messed up money mindset? Here’s how you can find out! Most of us don’t think about money in healthy ways. Whether we have undue or inappropriate feelings of guilt about finances or have a belief that we will never be one of “those people” who have money, we all probably have something to work on. But one of the m

One of the things we all need to learn in life is that self care is vital. It’s not a selfish thing, it’s a thing that is necessary to survival. But more than that, it’s vital to the way you survive in a healthy way. Today’s guest is Rosetta’s friend Regine, a member of the Happy Black Woman mastermind group who has been a great encouragement and help to many of the women in the community. Regine specializes in creating self care retreats where women can get away to nurture their own souls and come away stronger as a result. You’ll hear exactly what she does on her retreats and how she leads women through important exercises to gain clarity and create balance in their lives, on this episode of the Happy Black Woman podcast. Answering some difficult questions led Regine to her life’s work. Regine was and is a lawyer. She loves what she does 9 to 5. But she came to a place in her life where she had to decide if what she did 9 to 5 was what defined her or if there was something more. Her decision to explore the

Nobody can live for very long - at least not happily - without knowing that their life has purpose. It’s a fundamental part of how we are designed. We each need to know that we are making a difference. Today’s guest is Kimpossible - Kim Davis. She specializes in helping women discover and deploy their own unique life purpose. She’s been a guest on the podcast before and was so well received Rosetta decided to have a follow-up conversation with her about how to find and live your God-given purpose in life. If you’ve been struggling to discover WHY you are on the planet, this conversation will help move you in the right direction. What are the things blocking your God-given purpose? Every person needs to know that they are making a difference. It’s part of our spiritual DNA to want that. But too often we get stuck, we get blocked from finding that purpose by a variety of things. In this conversation Kim Davis shares her own story of finding her life purpose and how she moved from a place of potential suicide to