It Didn't Break Me

How to make a difficult decision

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

How to Listen to Your Intuition

Support an Employee

Student mental health is in crisis.

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Breaking the Cycle of Jealousy: Embracing Self-Love with Josey Wellz

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 10 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Childhood is the first place we learn behaviors. When you see jealousy displayed over and over again in your household, it can become a part of you. It was a part of Josey Wellz until it cost him his relationship. He knew he had to change, so he did! Through changing he found the love he was looking for by truly loving himself.

An Entrepreneur in his own right, Josey founded, Living Wellz, LLC, leveraged his background as an artist to start his own career coaching those in the world of entertainment and entrepreneurship to build their self-confidence and transform their own lives, so that they can start living well.

I invite you to join our conversation as Josey and I discuss:

Jealousy
Learned Behaviors
Lack of Love
Dementia
Alignment
Ego
EFT
Meditation
Giving Back
Self Love
Forgiveness

Honourable Mentions

How Children Learn by Observing Behavior of Adults

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

The Psychology and Philosophy of Envy

Nobody's Child by Hank Snow

Study links jealousy with aggression, low self-esteem

How Jealousy Can Destroy a Relationship (And How to Not Let That Happen)

EFT Tapping for Letting Go of Jealousy & Envy

You Can Change Your Life by Loving Yourself

Where can you find Josey?

Website: http://www.livingwellz.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joseywellz_official/

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Failing Forward How to Create the Life You Desire After Failure with Lillian Victoria

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Suicidal Ideation, Childhood Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

What happens when your childhood fear comes true? Failure looks very different for alot of people. For Lillian, she was living the a life that looked good on paper; as she calls it a "resume life". She had everything that she was "supposed to have" but she extremely unhappy. Her sadness seeped its way into every aspect of her life and soon she found herself as a single mom who was homeless. The two things she never wanted to be. So, Lillian changed her thoughts and went after what she believed she deserved.

I invite you to join our conversation as Lillian and I discuss:

Fear-Driven
Victim Mindset
Depression
Low Self Image
Confidence
Therapy
Mantras
Harmony
Inspiration
Growth
Bob Proctor

Honourable Mentions

What Is Your Fear Archetype And How Does It Manifest In Your Life?

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Fostering a Positive Self-Image

Science Behind Therapy

When It’s OK to Trust Your Gut on a Big Decision

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

You 2 by Price Pritchett

Where can you find Lillian Victoria?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissLillianVictoria/

Facebook Coaching Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/napoleonhillinstitutemastercoachingwithlillian

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillianvictoriaofficial/

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Surrendering When Everything is Falling Apart with Staci Renee

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Suicidal Ideation. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

Staci Renee had it all. Husband. Children. Dogs. $5 million dollar business. Boat on the lake. And then it all collapsed. Having to start over with a half a million dollars in personal debt, she did not know how she was going to overcome these hardships.

With learning to surrender and listen to her intuition, she has been led to what she is meant to do: help create a better world in practical, sustainable and powerful ways.

I invite you to join our conversation as Staci and I discuss:

Suicidal Ideations
Fight or Flight
Fear
Bankruptcy
Divorce
Loans
Surrender
Limiting Beliefs
Human Design
Louise Hay

Honourable Mentions

What history teaches us about surviving times of turmoil

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Fight Or Flight Response

How to Find Your Purpose in Life

The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael Singer

How does a walk in nature impact the brain?

How to Love Yourself in 12 Easy Steps

The Art of Letting Go: How to Overcome Perfectionism and Embrace Imperfections

Where can you find Staci Renee?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Staci.renee.ceo/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.ceoessentials.net/

Website: https://www.ceoessentials.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staci.renee.ceo/

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Recognizing Someone's Humanity Saved My Life with Lion Goodman

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I discuss gun violence. If your body is informing you you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

Imagine just graduating from college and needing a job. You choose a traveling salesman position. As you travel cross country, you periodically help citizens. One citizen that you assisted, shoots you four times in the head. This is what happened to my episode's guest, Lion Goodman.

This conversation is powerful. In speaking about his near-death experience, Lion shares how his ability to see the humanity in the person who was trying to kill him, saved his life.

I invite you to join our conversation as Lion and I discuss:

Near-death experience
Forgiveness
Prophetic Dreams
Love Light
Feeling Invincible
Compassion
Spirit
Second Amendment
Reborn
Consciousness Expansion
Healing Trauma
Awakening
Hope

Honourable Mentions

Near-Death Experiences (NDEs)

You're Enough: Letting Go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

How a near-death experience could change the way you live

How The Power Of Forgiveness Will Set You Free

America as a Gun Culture

Letting Go of the Past So You Can Be Reborn

Where can you find Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett?

Website: clearyourbeliefs.com

Website: beliefrelief.net

Website: ClearBeliefs.com

Website: https://www.liongoodman.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lionine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liongoodman/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LionGoodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liongoodman/

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Creating Your Own Path with Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Dr. Kim holds many titles: Wife, Mom, Little Sister, Daughter. But before that, she held the title of ex-wife. When her first marriage fell apart, she used that as an opportunity to find out what SHE really wanted to do. Since she didn't have to answer to anyone, there was no one to tell her "No".

Now, Dr. Kim is a double board-certified Neurologist, healthcare system leader, advocate, motivational speaker, recently published author and now blogger. Her mission is to enhance lives by giving moments of grace, humor, knowledge (medical and business), fortitude and inspiration to live out your dreams.

I invite you to join our conversation as Dr. Kim and I discuss:

First marriage
Divorce
Black Woman Physician
Non-traditional students
Medical School
Neurology
Board Exams
Getting Advice
Salsa Dancing
Pressure
Odyssey

Honourable Mentions

When Do You Know A Relationship Is Over?

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Coping With Separation And Divorce

Association of Black Women Physicians

Being a Doctor Is Hard. It’s Harder for Women.

Strategies to Succeed Under Pressure

Retrospective Calling by Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett

Where can you find Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkimneurodoc?mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-johnson-hatchett-md-ba341323

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkimneurodoc/

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Finding Peace From the Mother Wound with Obio Jones

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Your first example of how to connect, love, and nurture is provided by your parents. But what happens if your family doesn't fit the idyllic TV show definition of a family? In this episode, I speak with Obio Jones. Obio is an influencer, coach + LGBTQ advocate. His success in helping people is directly linked to not feeling loved or supported by the first woman in his life: his mother. Looking back, he sees that she wasn't the mother he wanted, but she WAS the mother he got.

I invite you to join our conversation as Obio and I discuss:

Affection
Reaffirming Language
Feeling Unworthy
Mother Wound
Emotions
Relationships
Perfectionism
Defensive Language
Judging Others
Awareness
Family Dynamics
Letting Go

Honourable Mentions

Black Mothers/Black Sons: A Critical Examination of the Social Science Literature

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Words have power. The importance of positive adoption language.

Negative Parents Have More Influence On A Child Than Positive Parents

What Causes Perfectionism? The Role of Childhood Trauma

How We Judge Others Is How We Judge Ourselves

The Importance of Letting Go

Where can you find Obio Jones?

http://www.obioojones.com

https://www.instagram.com/obioojones/

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Unconditional Love Saved Me and My Marriage with Sarah Wohlgemuth

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Physical Assault, Sexual Assault and Addiction. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

In this episode, I am speaking with Sarah Wohlgemuth. Sarah shares her story of transformation, healing and hope from a past of trauma and a marriage that exploded from hidden addiction, lies, and betrayal. Her marriage miraculously made it through and unconditional love saved not only her marriage, but herself.

I invite you to join our conversation as Sarah and I discuss:

Unworthiness
Shame
Connection
Trauma
Addiction
Belief system
Adultery
Release
Journaling
Therapy
Daily affirmations
Marriage Restoration
God's Love

Honourable Mentions

The Importance of Connection

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman

Understanding the Trauma Brain

Everything You Need to Know About Pornography 'Addiction'

Kim Walker-Smith - Alive

How the Science of Music Can Help You

5 Necessary Steps for Marriage Restoration

Where can you find Sarah Wohlgemuth?

Website: https://linktr.ee/coachsarahw

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@CoachSarahW

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/beautifullybrokenpieces

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybrokenpieces/

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Closing the Browser on Anxiety with Marley Freygang

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

As always, I have an amazing guest to share with you in this episode. But before we begin, I want to share a new mantra: "I have more money than I think". You can take the "I have more ... than I think" and insert any word you need to remind yourself you are never lacking. Do you have a mantra that you say daily? If so, share it with me at hello@authenticallybeyou.com and I may just share your mantra in the next episode!

As I mentioned, in this episode I have the wonderful Marley Freygang. Marley is an actress and podcaster. Her favorite foods include protein cookies, waffles and sushi. Marley thought the constant feeling of panic would break her. Once she learned the term for what she was feeling and how to cope with it, she began having a new outlook on life.

I invite you to join our conversation as Marley and I discuss:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Panic Attacks
Performance Anxiety
Behaviors
Fight or Flight
Pretending
Dyslexia
Comparison
Social Media
Therapy
Medication
Gratitude
Automatic Thoughts
Trying to Fit In

Honourable Mentions

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

What are Anxiety Disorders?

The Dyslexia-Stress-Anxiety Connection

Gossip Girl

The Social Dilemma: Social Media and Your Mental Health

Clifton Strengths Finder

Where can you find Marley Freygang?

Website https://confessionsofawannabeitgirl.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNc5CR6mPmzsNkN-OVpw79g

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confessionsofawannabeitgirl/

Podcast: Confessions of a Wannabe It Girl

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Your Disability Does Not Define You with Kellina Powell

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

In addition to March being Women's History Month, did you know it is also National Deaf History Month? In this episode, I am so excited to speak with Kellina Powell. Kellina is an entrepreneur, author and life coach who loves to help differently-abled people on their journey to personal growth. At the age of 4, she became hard of hearing after an ear infection. Through her speech therapist, she was able to learn ways to communicate with the hearing world. She now uses her experiences to assist others. In honor of Kellina, I have attached a transcript with this episode.

I invite you to join our conversation as Kellina and I discuss:

Hearing loss
Ruptured Eardrum
Speech Therapist
American Sign Language (ASL)
Self Advocacy
Reading Lips
Hearing Aids
Bullying
Peer Pressure

Honourable Mentions

Ear Infection and Hearing Loss

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Quick Statistics About Hearing

Benefits of Using Sign Language in Your Classroom

How Do Hearing Aids Work

Where can you find Kellina?

Every Day I Am Just Deaf: Life in a Hearing World with Deaf Queen Boss by Kellina Powell

Website: https://www.kellinaempowerment.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deafqueenboss/

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Releasing Control When You Have No Control with Jessica Stephens

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

These shows were people have a long distance relationship with someone who is not a citizen, they get married within 90 days and in the next scene they are running to each other in the airport to start their life together is RUBBISH. At least, that was not my guest's, Jessica Stephens, experience.

Jessica Stephens is a corporate marketer turned social marketer, online entrepreneur and podcast host who found love with a pilot in the United States. She happens to be a citizen of Canada. Her husband was a citizen of Jamaica getting his pilot license in the United States. They fell in love, got married and spent the next two years trying to get him to Canada.

I invite you to join our conversation as Jessica and I discuss:

Immigration
Patience
Toronto, Canada
Sponsoring a spouse in Canada
Residency
Lay-Offs
Long Distance Relationships
Family support
Network
Navigation Protection Program (NPP)
Skype
Long Covid
Letting go of Control

Honourable Mentions

Why Toronto Is the Most Multicultural City in the World

You're Enough: Letting go the Pressure to be Perfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Canada Immigration 2023

How to Manage the Emotional Impact of Getting Laid Off

How Long-Distance Relationships Affect Your Mental Health

Mental and Emotional Impact of Stress

Where can you find Jessica?

https://www.facebook.com/jessica.stephens0407

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-stephens-jessloveslife/

https://jessicastephens.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/jess.loves.life/

https://jessicastephens.ca/blogs/news

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Using Your Voice to Survive with Devon Croom

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Trigger Warning: Physical, Sexual and Emotional Abuse

Welcome to Season 3 of It Didn't Break Me!! We are back discussing things that we thought would break us but did not. Firstly, thank you to all of the amazing people who have left me reviews or DMs on how the podcast has impacted you. I love hearing/reading that you can relate to so many of my guests' experiences. In this episode, I am so honoured to have Devon Croom as my first guest in this new season. Devon is an inspirational author, life & Marriage Coach. She will share how childhood trauma led her to an unfulfilled abusive marriage but she changed her life when she found her voice.

I invite you to join our conversation as Devon and I discuss:

Spousal abuse
Dependency
Suicidal Ideation
Journaling
Healing from an abusive relationship
Therapy for Black Women
Imposter Syndrome
Unhealed Trauma
Vulnerability
Support System
Intimacy
Kintsugi

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

9 Signs You're Ready To Leave Your Abusive Relationship

Effects of trauma - Mind

Effective therapy with Black women

How Long Do Average U.S. Marriages Last?

Trauma must be healed at every level otherwise it can literally haunt you

Honor Your Imperfections With the Japanese Art of ‘Kintsugi’

Domestic Violence Hotline

Where can you find Devon?

https://www.facebook.com/CoachDevonCroom

https://www.instagram.com/coachdevoncroom/

https://devoncroom.com

Abused But Not Broken by Devon Croom

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Our Stories Provide Hope, Relatability and Connection

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My first episode of the "It Didn't Break Me" podcast dropped on April 13, 2022 and now I am dropping the last episode of Season 2.

This season, I again brought you amazing guests that not only share their stories but they also share their vulnerability. I have received so much feedback saying all of my guests are so relatable. Our stories connect our human experiences. They are invaluable and I am so honored to be able to share them with you.

Let's engage as I discuss:

Foster Care
Connection
Young Widow
Relatable
Thinking Hope is Lost
Trusting in God
Power of music
Overcoming Approval Addiction
Pretender
Choosing yourself first
Being heard
Change is beautiful
Feeling lost
Identity
Men's work
Love Notes
Building Community

Honourable Mentions

Podcast Guest Request Form

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

THANK YOU WITH ALL MY HEART TO EACH OF MY GUESTS

THANK YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART TO EACH OF MY LISTENERS

AuthenticallyBeYou.com

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Choosing to Really Trust God with Robert McNair

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Having a hustle attitude, Robert McNair likes to win! Newly married, having a newborn, preaching every Sunday at his Church, his life plan was all coming to fruition. Until, nobody showed up to hear him give the word. With a new family, financial burdens, his marriage disintegrating and his dream of having a successful Church slipping away, he thought giving his all to God and trusting Him would break him so he was trying things in his own strengths.

Robert learned that in actuality, he was trusting himself and not God. When he learned he had to REALLY give things to God, that's when it all started to change for him.

I invite you to join our conversation as Robert and I discuss:

What Pastors go through
Black Men and Mental Health
Depression
Passive Suicidal ideation
Losing Faith
Having Faith
God winks
Therapy
Separation
Sunday morning
Freedom
Christians and therapy

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Divorce in the church: An often secret struggle

Burnout Among African American Pastors: A Biblical and Practical Solution

Black Pastors Say They Are Overwhelmed With People Coming To Them For Mental Health Care

Mental health and the Black church

For Some Black Families, Faith Borders on Toxic Positivity

9 Beautiful Ways To Connect With God Without Going To Church

Where can you find Robert?

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarchurch

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-mcnair-24944b100/

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"Embracing the And" with Faith Broussard Cade

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

After being hit from behind by a tractor trailer, Faith Broussard Cade thought she came out of it unscathed. The ambulance looked her over and she was not bleeding. Although a little sore, she didn't imagine anything could be seriously wrong. But there was! In the passing days and weeks, her mobility became more restricted. She was having blurred vision. Her long and short term memory progressively got worse.

Symptoms of Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury: that was what Faith Broussard Cade was experiencing. When she went to doctor after doctor explaining something was wrong, she was regularly ignored until a neurologist finally listened and diagnosed her. In this episode, Faith will discuss how she was able to take this life-altering event and create hope for not only herself but for others...one sticky note at a time.

I invite you to join our conversation as Faith and I discuss:

Vertigo
US healthcare system
Chronic Insomnia
What is a neurologist
Medical Leave
Layoffs
Punk'd
Vulnerability
TBI symptoms
Letting Go of the Façade
Self Care for Women
Writing notes
Over stimulation

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

This Is How the American Healthcare System Is Failing Black Women

How to navigate 'medical gaslighting' when doctors dismiss your symptoms

What Happens If You Don’t Have Health Insurance?

Depression After Traumatic Brain Injury

What is Self-Care and Why is it Important For You?

Writing Can Help Us Heal from Trauma

Where can you find Faith?

https://www.facebook.com/fleurdelisspeaks

https://www.fleurdelisspeaks.com/

https://twitter.com/FdLSpeaks

https://www.instagram.com/fleurdelisspeaks/?hl=en

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The Necessity of Men's Work with Has Al-Hasani

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

There are many times when one situation in your life feels like it is going to break you. But sometimes, we ignore the every day small moments where we neglect ourselves or ignore the internal nagging that something doesn't feel quite right. Sometimes our drive for perfection or being the best at everything is what is chipping away at our mental health until we reach that breaking point.

In this episode, I am speaking with Has Al-Hasani. Has noticed that the things that brought him pride previously were no longer making him happy. He continued to "do well" in life but felt disconnected with the notion that playing ruby, drinking beer and driving the perfect car made him a "successful man". He wanted connection so he looked internally to find it and discovered the power of change though men's works.

I invite you to join our conversation as Has and I discuss:

Maladaptive Perfectionism
Interdependence
Redefining Gender Roles
Toxic Masculinity
Weakness
Control
Numb
Shame
Shadow work
Therapy
What is Men's Work?
Social Media
Patience
Positive masculinity

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

How to Handle Pressure in Life And Use It to Your Benefit

Research: How Women and Men View Competition Differently

Men And Emotions: The Importance Of Becoming Vulnerable

Why So Many Men Struggle with Their Emotions

How Therapy Can Help Men Manage Their Mental Health

The Men's Work

Harnessing the Power of Mindset with Michelle Wolfe

Where can you find Has?

https://www.instagram.com/hu_man_down/

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Uncovering Your Internal Value with Tina Morales

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Tina Morales checked all the boxes. She went to college. She got her bachelor's degree. She was in a relationship. She had steady income. she was know in the club. From the outside looking in, she was living her best life. However, Tina's self worth and value was based on her lifestyle.

When Tina entered a season where everything was taken away from her, she ended up finding something she didn't even know was lost: herself.

I invite you to join our conversation as Tina Morales and I discuss:

Domestic Violence
Depression
Loss
Weight Loss
Image
Depletion
What's Wrong with Me?
Knowing your value and worth
Self Acceptance
Faith
Rest
Culture

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

A Guide for Male Survivors of Domestic Violence

Why Ending a Friendship Can Be Worse Than a Breakup

Depression

This Is What Happens When You Lose Yourself

Grace Church

Richmont Graduate University

Where can you find Tina Morales?

http://www.livinginlightllc.com

https://www.instagram.com/livinginlightllc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/livinginlightllc/

https://www.facebook.com/livinginlightllc

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Harnessing the Power of Mindset with Michelle Wolfe

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Michelle lost her mum at 8 years old to cancer and that shaped her life in all ways, including how she handles trauma. While experiencing a year of energy depleting overwhelm and sorrow, she reminded herself consistently that these feelings would not last forever. Through 8 years of self-development and mindset work, Michelle learned that one of the best ways to adapt to her ever-changing life is to just keep moving forward. Making one decision at a time and taking one step at a time.

In this episode, Michelle shares her wisdom on how she pulls out the tools from her toolkit regarding positivity and mindset work to get her through the darkest of times.

I invite you to join our conversation as Michelle Wolfe and I discuss:

Overwhelm
Depression
Mindset Work
Positivity
Trauma
Movement
Music
Community
Change
Helping Others

Honourable Mentions

Perfectionism, Being Your Authentic Self + Accepting The Uncontrollable with Bianca Hughes

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

Using Song Writing to Mend Trauma with Emma G

The Power of Storytelling: Why Sharing Your Story Enhances Your Wellbeing

How Movement Creates a Healthier Mindset

Rise Up

How Helping Others Can Relieve Anxiety and Depression

Where can you find Michelle Wolfe?

Website: https://www.themichellewolfe.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellewolfe/

Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/show/muve-forward

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themichellewolfe

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The Journey of Hell Year to Hallelujah with Rach Wilson

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I discuss suicide ideation. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

HELL YEAR!! That is what this episode's guest, Rach Wilson, coined a particularly challenging year in her life. Having four children, her two youngest are both autistic and both of them are non verbal. With the autism came some health challenges for her son and to ease his pain, either Rach or her husband would drive him around and most days, they watched the sun rise. In addition to being sleep deprived from driving around all night, her youngest daughter became rageful and would attempt to self harm.

As a Master Practitioner – Neuro Linguistic Programming, Hypnosis and Subconscious Re-Patterning, Results Coaching & Life Coaching Certified, FLOW & Manifesting Coaching, Mentor in Intuition & Business Development, Emotion Mastery Teacher and many many more certifications and degrees, Rach decided to take all her knowledge and teach families a survival guide for couples with neurodiverse kids!

I invite you to join our conversation as Rach Wilson and I discuss:

Autism
Guilt
Shame
Crisis
Suicide ideation
Non-verbal
Fecal impaction
FODMAP
Stress
Survival mode
Salicylates
Appreciating your Partner

Honourable Mentions

Under a Looking Glass: What's the Truth about Autism and Marriage?

It's OK to be Imperfect by Bianca Hughes, LPC

What Is Autism?

Homeopathic Medicine for Autism in Child

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Making Time to Really Listen to Your Patients

Low FODMAP Diet

Everyday Stress Can Shut Down the Brain’s Chief Command Center

Parent Education for Autism and Spirited Kids, California & Online

Where can you find Rach Wilson?

Website: http://divinerelating.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrachwilson/

Facebook: http://facebook.com/rachwilson76

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Choosing to Put Yourself First with Martha Mok

Bianca Hughes — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topic: Domestic Violence. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

When society tells you, you should shut up and be the person the world wants you to be, it makes you a great pretender. After 19 years of marriage, when she turned 40, Martha Mok decided she didn't want to pretend anymore. She did not want to be what society thought she was. She wanted to be WHO SHE KNEW she was. She wanted to feel empowered. She wanted to feel strong. She wanted a voice. She wanted confidence.

Well, Martha found it and now has so much confidence she teaches it to others! In 12 months, Martha built her coaching business from zero to six figures and was featured in Yahoo Finance as the top 1% confidence, business coach in Australia. She is motivational speaker, NLP Master Practitioner, a multiple book author, a confidence coach for women, and a business coach for the beauty industry.

I invite you to join our conversation as Martha and I discuss:

Asian Background Culture
Bullying
Isolation
Imposter Syndrome
Verbal abuse
Trauma Therapy
Confidence
Fear
Forgiving Yourself
Ask

Honourable Mentions

Why Are South Asian Immigrant Women Vulnerable to Domestic Violence?

Feel like a fraud?

Best Ways To Help Your Child Reach Their Full Potential

How Traumas Create Negative Patterns in Relationships

Where can you find Martha Mok?

FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/marthamoksuperconfidencecoach

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-mok-superconfidencecoach

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCatVW_JUwfJ2q1xCp8lWIhA

Website: http://www.superconfidencecoaching.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superconfidencecoaching/

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Breaking Free From Approval Addiction with Kimberly Valerie

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Physical Assault on a Child, Removing children from their home, Attempted Sexual Assault. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

Per The State of America's Children, a child is removed from their home and placed into foster care EVERY TWO MINUTES. In this episode, my guest Kimberly Valerie speaks about how she was removed from her childhood home at a young age in Canada. Yet, her siblings remained.

After having an experience in a juvenile detention center for two days, she decided she never wanted to get into trouble again. Instead, she chose to over-achieve, become successful, be "the strong one" and live by all of the things that defines you in society as "making it". Except mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, she was so exhausted with her life. So much so that it impacted her physically and she developed a life threatening disease. The one thing that broke her free from the addiction of approval: tapping into her subconscious.

I invite you to join our conversation as Kimberly Valerie and I discuss:

Childhood abuse
Trauma
Foster Care
Survival
Rejection Opposition
Dementia
Reconciliation
Addiction
High-Achiever
Breast cancer
Sympathetic nervous system
Breath work
Real Estate

Honourable Mentions

29 Surprising Foster Care Facts

Being Strong For Others Can Stunt Your Own Self-Healing

Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies

Stress as a Risk Factor for Breast Cancer and Recurrence

How to Listen to Your Body

Where can you find Kimberley Valerie?

Website: https://www.kimberleyvalerie.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberley.valerie/

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Using Song Writing to Mend Trauma with Emma G

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode, my guest and I dive into the following topics: Childhood Sexual Assault, Suicide, Smoking, Alcoholism and Drug use. If you choose to listen, please pay attention to your body. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honour that. Thank you.

At four months old, Emma G already had brain surgery. In her childhood, she saw alcoholism affect her family. In her teens, she was sexually assaulted, homeless, addicted to alcohol and drugs. Then, at 19, she had one session with a psychologist that changed her life. For the first time, she knew she was on this Earth for a reason!

An award-winning musician, author, and youth empowerment coach, Emma G has had a lifelong battle with a rare neurological condition called hydrocephalus, and has used music to recover from multiple traumas, including ten brain surgeries. She is on a mission to save the world one song at a time, not just through her own music, but also by coaching teenagers to channel their voices and struggles through the powerful tool of songwriting.

I invite you to join our conversation as Emma G and I discuss:

Neurological disorders
Sexual Assault
Homelessness
Trauma Treatment
Forgiveness
Out of body experience
EMDR
Millennials
Generation Z
Racism in America
Emma G's Tedx Talks
Conscious Proficiency
Alchemy
00:43:27 Behind Her Eyes by Emma G

Honourable Mentions

The role of music in the healing process of trauma

Hydrocephalus

The power of forgiveness

Not Black Enough

How Music Primes the Brain for Learning

Where can you find Emma G?

Music: https://facebook.com/emmagmusic

Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/yesyouthcoaching/?ref=share_group_link

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagmusic

YouTube: https://youtube.com/emmagmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmagmusic/

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Survivors of trauma struggle to move on from the loss of loved ones

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From Surviving to Thriving After a Tragic Loss with Falon Bonner

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

When one gets married, you envision growing old with the one you promised your life to. What happens when in a blink of an eye, that love is taken away? In this episode, I am speaking with Falon Bonner who lived this exact scenario. After becoming a widow at 35 after a car accident took her husband, Falon had to determine if she was going to let this tragedy break her or if she was going to survive this event. After years, she found strength in God and chose to thrive.

I invite you to join our conversation as Falon and I discuss:

Single Mom
Young Widow
Entrepreneurship
Trusting God
Our Love Story
Being needed
Grief Share
Licensed Therapist
Support
Grief
Rock bottom
Goal Setting
Abundance
Freedom

Honourable Mentions

7 Solid Principles for Trusting God in Difficult Times

Tragedy Can Help Us Find Our Life’s Purpose

Turning to Grief Counseling When You Need Help

How to Parent While Depressed

Where can you find Falon Bonner?

Website: https://falonbonner.squarespace.com/new-page-2

YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCA2kzkbIGSU5DcCM9w0rAMw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/falon.baker.5

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/falonbonner/?hl=en

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Finding a Reason to Live with Antonio Grate

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of "It Didn't Break Me". Although this is our first episode of Season 2, it is actually the 13th Episode of the podcast so if you have not had a chance to listen to all of the gems dropped in Season 1, I invite you to go back and do so! In this season we will be diving into people sharing their medical battles, foster care experiences, losing a spouse at a young age and so much more; there are POWERFUL stories that are waiting to be heard. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss them. I guarantee you are bound to be moved and inspired by each and every guest.

To start us off, I already had to grab a box of tissues while speaking to this Season's first guest, Antonio Grate. Antonio is a motivational speaker, educator, minister and husband of four who found his tenacity in the memory of his beloved grandmother. From a drug addicted parent to foster care, he triumphed. Today, he uses his experience to offer insight on how to be a phenomenal foster parent to children in need.

I invite you to join our conversation as Antonio and I discuss:

Impact of Drugs
Toxic environment
Power of love
Foster care
Kinship care
Forgiveness
Coping mechanisms
Challenges
Healing

Honorable Mentions

The Power of One by Antonio Grate

Effects of Complex Childhood Trauma

Why Familial Love Is Important

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

The Importance of Processing Trauma

Learning How to Unlock Tissue Memory

Where can you find Antonio Grate?

Website: https://www.antoniograte.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antoniodgrate/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.grate.12

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-grate-5a37b3138

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The Power of Telling Our Own Stories

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

That old adage "Time Flies When You're Having Fun" is so true! I cannot believe it has been twelve weeks since I dropped the first episode of "It Didn't Break Me". Twelve episodes of sharing. Twelve episodes of experiences. Twelve episodes of catharticism. I got to share all of that with you. And I am so honoured. As I wrap up Season 1, I would love for you to join me in some reflection.

Let's engage as I discuss:

Creating this podcast
Perfectionism
Letting go
Receiving help
Gratitude
Sharing Your Story
Zone of genius
Reflections
Season 2 begins September 14th!

Honorable Mentions

THANK YOU WITH ALL MY HEART TO EACH OF MY GUESTS

THANK YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART TO EACH OF MY LISTENERS

Hello@AuthenticallyBeYou.com - Please share your story or let someone else you know needs to share their story!

AuthenticallyBeYou.com

Podcast Guest Request Form

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Doing Federal Prison Time Didn't Break Me with Aaron "Ace" Moore

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

If you were sentenced to 10 years in prison today, what would you do? At 22, this is what this episode's guest had to ask himself. Instead of it breaking him, Aaron "Ace" Moore used that time to evolve and advocate for himself including filing a Motion to Suppress to the Federal Court on his own behalf. During this time, he found his calling: physical fitness. Now, an elite master trainer and nutritional coach, Ace isn't just transforming bodies. He is transforming lives.

I invite you to join our conversation as Ace and I discuss:

Arrogance
Federal conviction rate
Being arrested
Pre-Trial
Pre Sentence Investigations
Career criminal
Inner city predator
jail house attorneys
jail vs prison
black incarceration
Support while incarcerated
Starting a business
PTSD from prison
Surviving prison
Don't Give Up

Honorable Mentions

USSC Career Criminal Sentencing Guidelines

War on Drugs

United States v. Moore decision

Blow

No escape: The trauma of witnessing violence in prison

Where can you find Aaron "Ace" Moore

https://www.instagram.com/aceyourwaist/

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Being Single and Alone Didn’t Break Me with Nausheen Farishta

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In most stories, movies, and fairy tales, there is a character trying to search for their one true love. But in reality, more times than not, that search and find, ends up in a breakup. What happens when you find yourself single when you thought being single would obliviate you? On this episode, I am speaking with Nausheen Farishta, a woman who experienced just that.

Nausheen is the host of The Self Worth Edit Podcast . The Self Worth Edit is a personal development podcast created by a desi woman, primarily for fellow desi women. This self love podcast is also open to anyone wanting to find and understand relationships with themselves and others.

I invite you to join our conversation as Nausheen and I discuss:

How to live a single life
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Attachments in relationships
Societal Pressures
South Asian American Culture
Scarcity Mindset
Ignoring red flags
Intuition vs Anxiety
Traveling solo as a woman
Living life
Aligning values
Digital nomad

Honorable Mentions

WOC Podcasters

Value Cards

Where can you find Nausheen Farishta :

https://www.instagram.com/theselfworthedit/

https://selfworthedit.com

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Persevering through a Long-Term Disease with Nono Osuji

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Getting a diagnosis that you have a long term illness is hard. When it attacks your organs, it gets even harder!! What happens when it takes over your money maker: your face! In this episode, I am speaking with Nono Osuji who is a writer, producer, and actor living with lupus, which is a long-term autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks healthy tissue.

I invite you to join our conversation as Nono and I discuss:

Systemic lupus
Lupus symptoms
Supporters
Finding solutions
Health care
Affordable Care Act
Power of the mind
Kidney failure
The importance of naps
Living donor
A+ blood type
Telling your story

Honorable Mentions

Link for kidney donor: https://www.livingdonordallas.org -Just put her name Cynthia Osuji; the bday is optional.

Paypal email for donations to make the documentary fornono75@gmail.com

Where can you find Nono Osuji :

IG - Broke, Gifted and Black

IG - Lupus Diaries

Broke, Gifted and Black Podcast

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Our Jobs are NOT Our Identities with Jillian "JJ" Simmons

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

There are people who can just tell A STORY! They are captivating and motivating and you hang on their every word. This episode's guest does all of that and more! Also, if you are racking your brain wondering where you have heard my guest's voice before, it could be because Jillian "JJ" Simmons is a speaker, author and thought leader who is a veteran radio/tv host that has worked alongside Wendy Williams (yes THAT Wendy Williams). She has also been seen on CW39 Houston, Fox, Comcast, CBS, BET and MTV! Jillian speaks to the power of self love and provokes her audiences to do the inner work of self discovery to find their own paths to self-love.

I invite you to join our conversation as Jillian and I discuss:

Quitting
Questioning value
Feelings of unworthiness
Identity crisis
Convincing people of your value
Being true to your instincts
Conversations with God
Season changes
Friendship
Authentic people
"Who do you want to become as a person?"

Honorable Mentions

6 Reasons Why Friends Are Important

Where can you find Jillian "JJ" Simmons

https://www.facebook.com/jjonthemicfans/

https://www.youtube.com/JJONTHEMIC

https://jjonthemic.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjonthemic/

https://www.instagram.com/jjonthemic/

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The Journey to Be Your Own Kind with Renita Betts

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 25 May 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever lost confidence in yourself? Was it one particular situation that occurred or was it a combination of different happenings? In this episode, after my guest, Renita Betts experienced a fire where all of her items were destroyed, she was then expelled from school. As a result, she believed she had squandered and wasted the opportunity for higher learning, this led her down a dark path which eventually led her to a revelation: she needed to be her own kind.

I invite you to join our conversation as Renita and I discuss:

Fear
People Pleasers
Nervous Breakdown symptoms
Co-dependency
Outpatient Therapy
Writing letters to God
Conversations with self
Being yourself
Learning lessons

Honorable Mentions

Where can you find Renita Betts :

https://www.facebook.com/burownkind

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2016740941801003

https://www.linkedin.com/in/renita-betts-mba-79168077/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq60D_WlxAt0P_dhzoR8_aw

https://www.beyourownkind.com/

https://www.instagram.com/be_yourownkind/

https://twitter.com/beyourownkind24

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Trusting Yourself after Trauma with Elizabeth Cush

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 18 May 2022 01:00:00 -0400

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode speaks of sexual abuse and molestation. If you choose to listen to this, please pay attention to your body. If you need to pause or stop listening to this episode, please honor that.

On this podcast episode, I am speaking with Elizabeth Cush, LCPC aka Biz. Biz is licensed clinical professional counselor, woman's life coach and business woman in Maryland. She is an advocate for healing and personal growth at any age. Biz helps men and women find their own self-compassion.

I invite you to join our conversation as Elizabeth and I discuss:

Sexual abuse
Emotional Turmoil
Anxiety
Trust issues
Healing from abuse
Trauma and substance abuse
Depression
Healing journey
Self-care practices

Honorable Mentions

National Sexual Abuse Hotline

1-800-656-4673

RAINN

Where can you find Elizabeth Cush:

https://elizabethcushcoaching.com/

https://www.facebook.com/AYWWPodcast

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-cush-88a39121/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2zJqdGfgkTqw2AGwWBPVcQ

https://www.instagram.com/awakenyourwisewoman/

https://twitter.com/womanworriers?lang=en

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Sex and Love Addiction with Brianne Davis

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 11 May 2022 01:00:00 -0400

In the words of Salt-N-Pepa, let's talk about sex! Talking about sex and what is means to be a sexual being is an important conversation! So I'm going to have it with actress, director, producer and author Brianne Davis. Having starred in TV shows and movies loved by many such as Lucifer, True Blood, Jarhead, and Prom Night, Brianne Davis has directed three films. With over 12 years of recovery as a sex and love addict, she also is the podcast host of the podcast, Secret Life.

I invite you to join our conversation as Brianne and I discuss:

Looking outside of yourself
Sex and Love addiction
Intimacy disorder
Fears
Addiction to people
Running from feelings
Stigma
Using sex to cope with depression
Porn Addiction
Gratitude and prayer
A new high
Sexual anorexia
Self-discovery journey

Honorable Mentions

What is Sex and Love addiction

Sex Addiction Facts and Statistics

Recovery and Treatment for Sexual Addiction

40 Questions for Self Diagnosis for SLAA

Where can you find Brianne Davis:

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2MjsjvL\

Website: https://secretlifenovel.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secret-life/id1521171499

Instagram:

@thebriannedavis https://www.instagram.com/thebriannedavis/

@secretlifenovel https://www.instagram.com/secretlifenovel/

@secretlifepodcast https://www.instagram.com/secretlifepodcast/

Tiktok: @the.briannedavis https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9RKLhR/

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Overcoming the Shame of Divorce with Jamel Moore

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 04 May 2022 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I speak with Jamel Moore. Jamel is a black men who is a spoken word artist, model, and motivational speaker. When he exchanged vows with his second wife, he was determined that this time, he was going to do it "right". Unfortunately, like almost 50% of the US population, the relationship ended in divorce and depression.

I invite you to join our conversation as Jamel and I discuss:

"It's not my fault"
Shame vs guilt
Co-dependency
Numbing the Pain
Alcohol Abuse
Getting massages
Therapy
What it means to feel secure
Healing Process
Breakthroughs
Black men and depression

Honorable Mentions

Marriage in the African American Community

African Americans and Alcohol Abuse

Therapy for Black Men

Depression in African American Men: A Review of What We Know and Where We Need to Go From Here

The Four Agreements

The Human Magnet Syndrome

Where can you find Jamal:

IG - https://www.instagram.com/jamellow/

TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTd9R3wCb/

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Being a Therapist and Not Recognizing The Signs

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 01:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode of It Didn't Break Me, my guest is anonymous. In this podcast, I wanted to create an environment where my guests are able to freely tell their stories and if they choose to remain anonymous, I respect and honor their decision. When we seek mental health counselors, psychiatrists, therapists, etc. we expect them to have all of the answers. But what happens when they feel in crisis themselves?

I invite you to join our conversation as my anonymous guest and I discuss:

Divorce
Finding a therapist as a therapist
Red Flags
Hindsight is 20/20
Perfectionism
Enabling disrespectful behavior
Gender based stereotypes
Societal Norms
What is abuse?
Ending relationships
Blended Families
Not keeping secrets
A beautiful mess

Honorable Mentions

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

6 Different Types of Abuse

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Bianca's mum's YouTube Page

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Song Credit: Encore by King Sis

This is a Crackers In Soup production.

Breaking the Idea of Being a Strong Black Woman with Cafria Hart

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 01:00:00 -0400

If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to Episode 1, I highly recommend you go listen. There, you will hear today's guest, Cafria Hart, interview me. Cafria is believer, wife, mother, sister, engineer and lover of life. Thinking that there was truly nothing that could break her because she is a "strong black woman", Cafria realized THAT was what was breaking her!

I invite you to join our conversation as Cafria and I discuss:

Losing a child
Controlling and Ignoring
Unrealistic expectations
Stress
Becoming a true role model
"Sipping on the Culture"
"Should" is a dirty word
Letting go of perfection
Intergenerational Trauma
Knowing what you don't want
Courageous vs Brave
Permission to grieve
Black mental health

Honorable Mentions

A Sister's Siesta

Black Maternal Health

Black Mental Health Awareness

Follow Cafria:

https://www.instagram.com/freeyahheart/?hl=en

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Authentic Wednesday Podcast

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Song Credit: Encore by King Sis

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Challenging Stigmas Through Our Stories

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 01:00:00 -0400

Thank you for joining me in my first episode of It Didn't Break Me. I am SO EXCITED you are here! My hope is as you listen to these stories, you find inspiration and connection. I also hope that you find, you are not alone in whatever mess is happening in your life and you can get through it. During this episode, you will be learning about me and why I chose to create this podcast. My gracious friend, Cafria, interviewed me and invited me to share my story.

Now, I invite you to join our conversation as Cafria and I discuss:

Sharing my story
Stigmas
Sexually transmitted diseases
Genital Herpes
Receiving the diagnosis
Denial and Fear
Worth and Value within yourself
Doing inner work
The Power of God
Helping others in your truth
Being one with my diagnosis
#Metoo
Post traumatic resilience
What does support look like?

Genital Herpes Resources

STD Facts

SPFPP

A sincere note of gratitude to Cafria Hart!!! Thank you so much for interviewing me for my very first episode. If you want to learn more about Cafria, follow her on IG!

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This is a Crackers In Soup production.

It Didn't Break Me Trailer

Bianca Kesha Hughes — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0400

What’s something you thought would break you but it didn’t? The It Didn’t Break Me Podcast answers this question. Each season of, It didn’t break me, is created with the intention of being a safe space for honest and vulnerable conversations with people, who share their transformational life stories around the messy stuff they didn't think they'd come back from, and yet they are still here, courageously accepting themselves as they are and giving themselves permission to show up as their true self letting their light shine. Join Bianca Kesha Hughes as she is setting boundaries and breaking barriers in all areas of her life, allowing others to share how they have as well and inspiring you to discover the beauty within the mess.

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