3 Easy Ways to Believe in Yourself

What Grief Taught Me About Peace

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Grief changes us. After a loss, many of us spend so much time searching for peace, hoping that one day the pain will disappear. But what if peace isn’t something we find? What if it’s something we slowly learn to make? In this episode of Not Your Strong Black Woman, I share what grief has taught me about healing and how we can begin making peace without pretending we’re okay or rushing the grieving process. 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/]

One of the Easiest Self-Care Techniques to Relax

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2293988/fan_mail/new] Everybody says, “Take a deep breath.” But what if deep breathing doesn’t work for you? In this episode of the Not Your Strong Black Woman Podcast, we’re exploring one of the simplest self-care practices you may not be using—humming. You’ll also be guided through a simple 30-second humming exercise that you can use whenever life feels overwhelming. Sometimes the simplest forms of self-care are the ones we overlook. I 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/]

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/]

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/]