Interior Motives

TRIGGER WARNING: On this episode Che'lyn engages in a very vulnerable and transparent conversation with  prolific writer/author and content creator Chanelle Coleman. Chanelle,  a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin shares the inspiration for her book Naked and Not Ashamed:The Transformational Devotional Experience unpacks her journey in grappling with generational trauma, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem/body image  issues, grief/loss, depression/anxiety, navigating infidelity/divorce, chronic illness, and ultimately finding her spiritual/creative voice and having the courage to heal and honor the life/wisdom that God has imparted to her. Connect with Chanelle Coleman: Email:Email@cecis.ink@gmail.com Instagram: @cecisink_creator_author Facebook:Facebook.com/cecisink Twitter: Chanelle Coleman Wesley Youtube: Ceci's Ink order book:  Naked and Not Ashamed- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09RP7JCB7 Additional Resources: Book-What Happened to You by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry National Sexual Assault hotline-800.656.4673- for 24/7 crisis support. https://therapyforblackgirls.com https://psychologytoday.com Connect with me at InteriorMotivepodcast@gmail.com Thank you  listeners for your continued support. Remember to rate, review and share. Be well and be blessed Beautiful People.

Are you on a journey to simplify your life? Are you holding on to things that you don't need and have not used in years? Does comparison culture and social media and others expectations of you impact your choices? Have you identified  for yourself what truly sparks joy? On this episode Che’lyn has a poignant conversation with author, prolific writer, storyteller, activist and de-cluttering expert-Christine Platt, also known as The Afrominimalist. Christine has also had a stellar professional career in African American Studies and Energy/Environmental Law. Christine shared how she as a Black renaissance woman deconstructed the mainstream minimalist aesthetic/narrative and the impetuous for writing her latest book- The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less.  She also offers her profound insights describing  her journey to redefine minimalism for herself, thoughts about root causes/triggers leading to overconsumption , the importance of doing inner work , becoming a more mindful consumer, understanding the why behind the buy, the psychology of I ownership and how to let go of material things that no longer serve you, gain more time and live with authenticity and intention. Christine encourages you to: 1. Acknowledge overconsumption 2. Forgive yourself 3. Let it go 4. Pay it forward; Follow Christine Platt: Instagram:@afrominimalist contact: https://www.theafrominimalist.com  Connect with me at InteriorMotivespodcast@gmail.com  Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Thank you again listeners for all the love and support - as always beautiful people,  be well and be blessed.

On this episode Che’lyn shares a  second compilation of  enlightening interviews/conversations with her extraordinary, guests/visionaries over the past 26 episodes. Thank you listeners for tuning in and for your continued support. Remember to rate, review and subscribe. Connect with me at InteriorMotivespodcast@gmail.com

On this episode Che'lyn has a conversation with Kierra Lloyd, LCSW-S. They discus her personal, academic and professional journey and her inspiration/motivation in  becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and  Certified Child-Centered Play Therapist. Kierra shares about her experiences in her childhood/ adolescents with  navigating her personal family origin story, faith/mental health, self -image/identity, bullying, peer relationships, failures, self-actualization and ultimately developing coping strategies and discovering her own creative voice. About Kierra Lioyd, LCSW-S: Kierra earned social work degrees from Abilene Christian University and University of Texas at Arlington with a focus on children and families.Kierra's credentials include: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Approved Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist and Trust Based Relational Intervention Practitioner.Kierra has used her skills to address a wide range of parent/child concerns. She and her team at Conscious  Freedom focus on trauma, attachment styles, depression, anxiety and offer parent consultations to increase parental success. Kierra is working on further licensure in the state on Louisiana, Georgia and California while working towards her PsyD in Psychology. Her ultimate goal is to provide Animal Assisted Play Therapy. Connect with  Kierra Lloyd at: KLloyd@consciousfreedomtherapy.com   Office: (972) 333-8173 Facebook: Conscious Freedom, LLC Instagram;@consciousfreedomtherapy Connect with me at InteriorMotivespodcast@gmail.com  Thank you listeners for your continued  love and support. Remember to rate, review and subscribe so more people can discover this platform.

On this episode Che'lyn holds space with educator/activist, Shaunda Morrow. Shaunda vividly unpacks the complexities of balancing marriage, motherhood and her career in education as she navigates and learns  how to manage a rare life threatening autoimmune disorder, Guillain-Barre', then years later grapples with her reality and diagnoses of breast cancer. She is engaging, thought provoking and transparent about her struggles, internal dialogue,  anxiety/depression and her most challenging  moments when she questioned her medical care, faith  and  her life's purpose. Today, as a breast cancer survivor who is now thriving-she credits her healing and recovery to the power of God , prayers, support of her loving family, tribe, sorority and community, in addition to  being intentional regarding  nurturing her holistic wellness which includes mind, body and spirit. Contact :Shaunda Morrow-Shaundamorrow1908@gmail.com Breast Cancer Awareness resources: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org https://www.cancer.org https://www.komen.org https://www.cancercare.org https://aabcainc.org https://www.bcpp.org https://blackgirlhealthfoundation.org https://www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov Thank you listeners for your ongoing support.  Connect with me at InteriorMotivespodcast@gmail.com  #BreastCancerAwarenessMatters