The Weight of the Gift

The Weight of the Gift

"The heaviness that comes with the reality of being free." I visited the African American History Museum and walked out activated. This episode is about what our ancestors carried so we could have options they never did — and what we owe them with the lives we're living right now. This one hits different.

Starting Again, On Purpose

This week I’m talking about returning — to projects, to goals, to yourself. Starting again doesn’t mean you failed. Sometimes it just means you’ve gathered more information. We get into preparation, opportunity, and why hope isn’t something we’re handed — it’s something we build over time. Follow Me on Instagram! @TheNewNormalWithDom The God of The Delay by Brandon U. Johnson [https://www.brandonujohnson.com/shop] Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Levitation by Dima Tyshko https://tunetank.com/track/3634-levitation/

Being Your Own Best Friend

3: This week, Dominique explores the importance of learning to be your own best friend: not in a cliché way, but in the everyday moments that test your patience, confidence, and self-worth. From self-talk to self-trust, this episode unpacks what it means to show up for yourself even when no one else does. In the Spotlight segment, Dominique highlights Emma Grede, the visionary entrepreneur behind Good American and SKIMS, and how her journey embodies the power of betting on yourself. Relational Intelligence by Dr. Dharius Daniels  [http://amzn.to/3JCHYDU] Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t [https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t]

When Things Stop Making Sense

2: Dominique opens up about the moments when life starts to shift and the things that once felt certain suddenly don’t. In this episode, she reflects on what it feels like when plans fall apart, clarity fades, and faith is tested. Through honest storytelling and personal insight, Dominique explores how confusion can be a divine reset — a chance to rebuild from the foundation and trust that even when life doesn’t make sense, it’s still working for your good. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t [https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t]

Becoming: The Beauty in Starting Over

1: In this first episode of The New Normal, Dominique opens up about what inspired this podcast and the life changes that led her here. From career pivots to spiritual realignment, she shares what it really means to start over, not as a failure, but as an act of faith. Through honest reflection and God-led perspective, Dominique explores how letting go can make space for peace, purpose, and the person you’re becoming. Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: Urban Legend by Musical Bakery https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t [https://tunetank.com/track/3362-urban-legend/t]