Not Your Strong Black Woman

3 Easy Ways to Believe in Yourself

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Do you struggle to believe in yourself? In Part 3 of the Lock In series, we’re talking about self-reliance and why believing in yourself matters more than you think. If you’ve ever told yourself “I can’t do this,” “I’m not disciplined,” this episode is for you. We’ll explore how your thoughts create your feelings, your feelings create your behaviors, and how to use my RCR Framework (Recognize, Challenge, Reframe) to change negative self-talk and build confidence from the inside out. Hope this episode provides a space for you to breathe 💎 About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care. YouTube: @nassimbwaruffin [https://youtube.com/@nassimbwaruffin?si=c3DoxuRpS731LhS_] https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/868087b1-a1e5-4144-943f-cd175a85072a/not-your-strong-black-womanWebsite: Feel Good Treasures  [https://nahandicrafts.com/]

How to Build Discipline Without Motivation

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Self-discipline is not about punishing yourself. It’s about learning yourself. In Part 2 of the Lock In series, Nassimbwa Ruffin shares the truth about self-discipline nobody talks about.  In this episode, we discuss: • What self-discipline really means • Why consistency can feel so difficult • The emotional truth underneath our habits This episode is for the high-achieving woman who is tired of abandoning herself and ready to start choosing healing one decision at a time. Hope this episode provides a space for you to breathe 💎 About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care. YouTube: @nassimbwaruffin [https://youtube.com/@nassimbwaruffin?si=c3DoxuRpS731LhS_] https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/868087b1-a1e5-4144-943f-cd175a85072a/not-your-strong-black-womanWebsite: Feel Good Treasures  [https://nahandicrafts.com/]

Part 1: 3 Easy Ways to Stop Living on Autopilot

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Are you ready to finally stop living on autopilot? In this episode, I’m sharing the first step of my SELF Framework to show you how to lock in and take control of your future. This is self-improvement that actually works because it starts from the inside out. For many people, self-awareness can feel overwhelming, but I’m breaking down how a simple mindset shift can become the catalyst for real change. We’ll talk about: ✨ Why we get stuck in autopilot patterns ✨ How your thoughts shape your behavior ✨ The power of self-awareness ✨ How to begin changing your life from the inside out If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or inconsistent, this episode is for you. Hope this episode provides a space for you to breathe 💎 About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care. YouTube: @nassimbwaruffin [https://youtube.com/@nassimbwaruffin?si=c3DoxuRpS731LhS_] https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/868087b1-a1e5-4144-943f-cd175a85072a/not-your-strong-black-womanWebsite: Feel Good Treasures  [https://nahandicrafts.com/]

4 Easy Ways to Prevent Burnout (REST)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] In today’s episode, we’re talking about something many women desperately need but rarely feel allowed to do… rest After hearing another Mother’s Day message about “being strong,” I started thinking: Why don’t we talk about rest too? Using the story of Mary and Martha in The Bible Luke 10:38–42, I break down how many high-functioning women end up stuck in survival mode, constantly carrying the weight of everyone and everything. In this episode, I walk you through my REST framework to help you prevent burnout, regulate your nervous system, and stop running on empty. About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care. YouTube: @nassimbwaruffin [https://youtube.com/@nassimbwaruffin?si=c3DoxuRpS731LhS_] https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/868087b1-a1e5-4144-943f-cd175a85072a/not-your-strong-black-womanWebsite: Feel Good Treasures  [https://nahandicrafts.com/]

3 Easy Ways to Stop Fighting Your Feelings

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Have you ever felt like you were "doing it wrong" because you couldn't just choose to be happy? I’m sharing the one secret to finding peace that nobody talks about: how to embrace the paradox of feeling two things at once. In this video, I’m opening up about my own journey through birth trauma and the realization that changed everything for me. We often think we have to choose between joy and grief, but the real path to peace is learning to let them coexist. What we’ll explore in this video: Why "fighting" your feelings is making you more exhausted. The "Paradox" of feeling happy and sad at the same time. 3 simple steps to stop the internal battle and finally breathe again. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or like your emotions are a constant struggle, this perspective shift is for you. You don't have to be "fixed"—you just need to learn how to feel. Let’s connect: If this resonated with you, please share your thoughts in the comments. Have you ever felt the "Paradox"? Let’s talk about it. Subscribe to Nassimbwa Ruffin for more honest conversations on healing, resilience, and finding peace in the middle of the mess. About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care. YouTube: @nassimbwaruffin [https://youtube.com/@nassimbwaruffin?si=c3DoxuRpS731LhS_] https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/868087b1-a1e5-4144-943f-cd175a85072a/not-your-strong-black-womanWebsite: Feel Good Treasures  [https://nahandicrafts.com/]