Building Self-Esteem in a System of Racism with Dr. Jermaine Thomas

Soul Led: The Power of Acceptance with Joey Lott

What does it mean to live a soul-led life? In this episode of our Soul Led series, wellness author Joey Lott shares his deeply personal transformation story, from decades of struggling to discovering the power of acceptance, inner guidance, and radical authenticity. Whether you're navigating your own healing journey or searching for more meaningful connection, Joey's story offers a powerful reminder that vulnerability is not weakness, it's the path forward. In this episode: Definition of a soul-led life Joey Lott's personal transformation story The role of acceptance and trust in healing The importance of inner guidance and intuition Redefining leadership and community in a soul-led context Bio: Joey Lott is a wellness author and self-help voice who writes from hard-won personal experience. After a successful career in software development during the dot-com era, Lott spent decades privately battling anxiety, restrictive eating disorders, and OCD, reaching a breaking point around age 30 before finding his own path to recovery. That journey became the foundation of his work. Drawing on more than 20 years of lived experience and extensive communication with tens of thousands of readers, he has written prolifically on topics ranging from obsessive-compulsive behavior to nutrition, gut health, and metabolic wellness. You can contact Joey Lott at: Website: www.joeylott.com #SoulLed #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #Wellness

Healing in Two Directions: Within Yourself and Among Each Other with Joey Lott

In this episode of "Stepping into Soul Power,"  Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda is joined by author and educator, Joey Lott, who shares his transformative journey from living with anxiety to guiding others toward self-awareness and group healing. We explore how personal honesty, community connection, and the act of dreaming together can foster profound healing and collective growth. Our conversation delves into:   - Joey Lott’s Personal Journey: Moving from deep suffering to a life dedicated to guiding others.   - Honesty and Self-Awareness: Understanding their pivotal roles in the healing process.   - Group Dynamics: The power of community and collective intention in personal transformation.   - Integrated Healing: Balancing individual inner work with the strength of the group. About Joey Lott Joey Lott is a prolific author and educator who has published numerous books and hundreds of videos on his YouTube channel dedicated to self-discovery. Through his one-to-one and group coaching, Joey provides valuable insights that have helped many navigate their own paths to wellness. You can connect with Joey and explore his work at www.joeylott.com. #healingjourney

Spiritual Awakening Insights with Hanh Nguyen

What does spiritual awakening really look like... and what does it have to do with your mental health? Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda speaks with quantum energy healer and spiritual counselor Hanh Nguyen about the practical side of awakening: the tools that help, the myths that mislead, and why healing in community changes everything. If you've been searching for solace, clarity, or simply a sign that you're not alone on this path, this episode is for you. In this episode you'll discover: * What spiritual awakening actually is... and what it isn't * Simple, practical techniques to support your awakening journey * Common misconceptions that can derail you * Why community and guidance are essential About Hanh Nguyen:Hanh Nguyen is the founder and executive director of the Center for Self-Discovery, a certified quantum energy healer, healing touch facilitator, spiritual counselor, and life coach. He leads healing communities in both Vietnam and the United States, bridging Eastern and Western approaches to inner transformation. You can connect with Hanh Nguyen at: 📧 HanhNguyen@center-for-self-discovery.org [HanhNguyen@center-for-self-discovery.org] 🌐 https://center-for-self-discovery.org/ [https://center-for-self-discovery.org] #SpiritualAwakening #MentalHealth #SelfDiscovery #HealingJourney #Mindfulness #SpiritualGrowth #InnerHealing

Building Self-Esteem in a System of Racism with Dr. Jermaine Thomas

This episode of Stepping Into Soul Power arrives in the sacred space just before Juneteenth, a moment that invites us to reflect not only on history, but on healing. Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda sits down with Dr. Jermaine Thomas, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of MindScribber™, for a conversation that is both timely and timeless: How do you build genuine self-worth when the world you live in was not always built to affirm your value? Together, they explore the real psychological toll of systemic racism on self-esteem, and more importantly, the very real pathways toward wholeness. This isn't just a conversation about what's broken. It's a roadmap for what's possible. In this episode: * How systemic racism shapes self-perception, and how to reclaim your narrative * The power of relational assets in psychological healing and development * Expressive writing as a tool for processing pain and building inner clarity * Why community and self-awareness are foundational to lasting resilience Whether you're on your own healing journey or you support others on theirs, this conversation offers both validation and practical tools to help you rise. About Dr. Jermaine Thomas: Dr. Jermaine Thomas is a licensed clinical psychologist, author, creator, and deeply committed advocate for psychological wholeness. As the founder of MindScribber™ [https://mindscribber.com/], he has spent over a decade providing therapeutic support at a nonprofit in Chicago — walking alongside individuals navigating depression, anxiety, relational trauma, and more. But Dr. Thomas doesn't stop at the therapy room. He is the author of the Amazon Best Seller The Examined Life: A Journal of Questions and Quotes [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09QJXBKBW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_PXC679F2R0CEYQ1VBSBG], the creator of the YouTube channel Djehuti - Kemet University [https://www.youtube.com/@jdt25], and the voice behind the Patreon blog Promoting Wholeness in a Partisan World [https://www.patreon.com/jermainethomas]. He also brings beauty into everyday spaces through his African-inspired wall art shop, KemetyuArt [https://kemetyuart.etsy.com/], and has built an accessible mental health tool through the MindScribber™ app [https://mindscribber.com/]. A Georgetown University graduate with a doctorate in clinical psychology from Adler University, Dr. Thomas is a husband, father, and living example of what it looks like to heal — and to help others do the same. Connect with Dr. Jermaine Thomas: 📱 Instagram: @mindscribberapp [https://www.instagram.com/mindscribberapp?igsh=MXJkMGV4Y2t2dGg1bQ==] ▶️ YouTube: MindScribber App [https://youtube.com/@mindscribberapp?si=T56zQzrXzX3N3PfO] 🎵 TikTok: @mindscribber [https://www.tiktok.com/@mindscribber?_r=1&_t=ZT-94pjqtXjWLm] 💼 LinkedIn: Jermaine Thomas, PsyD [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jermaine-thomas-psyd-1763aa74?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app] Hashtags: #SteppingIntoSoulPower #MindScribber #SelfEsteem #HealingJourney #BlackMentalHealth #SystemicRacism #MentalHealthMatters #BlackWellness #TherapistOfColor #PsychologyForThePeople #ExpressiveWriting #CommunityHealing #SoulPower #DrJermaineThomas

Near-Death, Soul Contracts & Spiritual Hypnotherapy with Amy Marohn

What happens when death becomes a doorway? In this luminous episode of Stepping into Soul Power, Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda sits down with Amy Marohn — medium, spiritual hypnotherapist, author, and founder of Sensorium Hypnosis — for a conversation that reaches beyond the ordinary into the sacred territory where healing, consciousness, and soul purpose converge. Amy shares the life-altering near-death experience that cracked her open, awakened her gifts as a medium, and set her on a path she didn't choose — one that chose her. Together, Amy and Dr. Elizabeth explore how spiritual hypnotherapy becomes a portal to deep soul healing, how soul contracts quietly shape the arc of our lives, and what it means to truly align with your divine self. Whether you're navigating a spiritual awakening, called to serve as a healer, or simply feeling the quiet pull of something greater — this episode will meet you exactly where you are. In This Episode · Amy's near-death experience & the spiritual awakening it ignited · How spiritual hypnotherapy works as a channel for soul-level healing · Understanding soul contracts and their role in personal growth · Practical tools for connecting with higher realms · Amy's books: Whispers Beyond the Veil & The Whispers Within Guest Bio Amy Marohn is a medium, spiritual hypnotherapist, metaphysical healer, and founder of Sensorium Hypnosis — a sanctuary for deep soul healing and divine alignment. With over 25 years in rehabilitation and more than a decade devoted to spiritual transformation, Amy guides lightworker entrepreneurs, visionary leaders, and awakening souls to step into authentic alignment with their higher purpose. Her journey began with a profound near-death experience that opened the channels to the spirit realm and confirmed her calling as a metaphysical teacher and healer. Through one-to-one sessions, advanced workshops, and international retreats weaving mediumship, energy healing, and hypnotherapy, Amy creates sacred space for others to release old patterns and awaken to the wisdom of their soul. She is the author of Whispers Beyond the Veil: Channeled Teachings Inspired by the Spirit World and The Whispers Within: A Journal for Personal Reflection and Spiritual Workshop Facilitators. Discover her world at SensoriumHypnosis.com. Social Media:  Website: https://sensoriumhypnosis.com/ #SpiritualPodcast#NearDeathExperience#SpiritualHypnotherapy#SoulContracts#MediumshipHealing#SoulPower#AwakeningPodcast#LightworkerPodcast#MetaphysicalHealing#SpiritRealm#SoulAlignment#SteppingIntoSoulPower