HEAL Her Podcast Makini Smith

In this episode, Bianca provided valuable travel tips, encouraging listeners to prioritize travel in their budget and explore local cultures through excursions. She highlighted the significance of supporting local communities and immersing oneself in different experiences while travelling.
Throughout the conversation, Bianca emphasized the power of time and the value of self-care. She shared her perspective on the importance of supporting and uplifting other women, emphasizing the impact of kindness and unity among women.
Overall, Bianca's story and insights serve as a reminder to prioritize self-care, embrace new experiences, and support one another on the journey to healing and personal growth.
Bianca Alba is the voice and creator of “This Latina Travels!” – A podcast about travel through the eyes of a First Generation Latina traveller/college grad sharing all her travel experiences first-hand! As a little girl living in a single-parent household, trips and vacations were just a dream and felt unreachable. This Latina Travels is more than just Bianca telling you about her experiences; it is a true reflection that dreams can become a reality! To date, Bianca has travelled to 6 of the 7 continents in the world, and her goal is to encourage and support women who look like her to travel the world, too!
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Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty-free
Synthetic Fragrance-free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.

Jessica Robinson Grant is a seasoned therapist with over ten years of experience dedicated to promoting mental well-being within the black community, having worked in roles ranging from youth justice manager to social worker.
She emphasizes the importance of therapy in her own healing journey, acknowledging the difficulty of facing past traumas and the necessity of seeking help. By integrating self-care pillars such as spiritual care, body care, mindfulness, self-love and acceptance, and community into her own life, she demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and self-discovery.
Jessica encourages others to prioritize their mental health and addresses the barriers to accessing therapy, suggesting alternative ways for individuals to begin their healing journey, even if they cannot afford traditional therapy sessions.
Key takeaways:
- Environmental changes can aid in psychological and emotional well-being.
- Transitioning from unhealthy to healthy resilience is crucial in the healing journey.
- Therapy is essential for addressing mental health and should be normalized.
- Challenging core beliefs with therapy can lead to reframing perspectives and healing.
- Kindness is a universal law that can positively impact individuals' lives.
- Simple acts of kindness can have profound effects on someone's emotional well-being.
Stay connected with Jessica online:
Website
Instagram
 
Stay connected with us online:
MakiniSmith.com
Legacy Leavers Media
Facebook
Instagram
Threads
Youtube
LinkedIn
Books
Send feedback/questions to info@awalkinmystilettos.com
Submit guest suggestions HERE
Make a donation to keep the show going!
 
Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty free
Synthetic Fragrance free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.

Therapist Melika Wiley stresses the significance of activating the mind and body in the healing process, encouraging individuals to explore joy and personal growth. Personal pain can lead to purpose and helping others, as seen in experiences of teenage motherhood and people-pleasing behaviors. Both women highlight the transformative power of overcoming pain and developing self-kindness for healing and personal growth. Wiley also advocates for taking accountability in communication and addressing relational trauma to foster understanding and improve relationships.
Melica Wiley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Relationship Coach with 13 years of clinical experience. She founded Youvolve Healing Center, a private mental health practice that services clients across Texas, Kansas, and Virginia. Melica has witnessed the incredible power of effective communication and healthy relationship dynamics. Combining this insight with her passion for empowering women, she has created a signature coaching program: The Relationship Compass. In this program, she assists high-achieving women in committed relationships to break free from unhealthy communication patterns, resolve conflict with grace and understanding, and reignite intimacy and passion within their relationships. Melica believes that we deserve a love life that fuels our success, not drains it.
Key takeaways:
- Personal pain leads to purpose, healing, and helping others- Taking accountability in communication helps improve relationships- Navigating past relational trauma involves addressing challenges in current healthy relationships- Engaging in a healing journey post unhealthy relationship involves exploring activities for personal healing- Books can have a transformative impact on personal growth- Speaking kindly to oneself promotes self-care and self-love- Self-kindness fosters empowerment and self-acceptance
Stay connected with Melica online:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Stay connected with us online:
MakiniSmith.com
Legacy Leavers Media
Facebook
Instagram
Threads
Youtube
LinkedIn
Books
Send feedback/questions to info@awalkinmystilettos.com
Submit guest suggestions HERE
Make a donation to keep the show going!
 
Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty free
Synthetic Fragrance free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.

Dani Bourdeau, a holistic life coach and co-host of the Triggered AF podcast, passionately shares her natural hair journey as a central aspect of her self-love and acceptance narrative. Initially struggling with societal pressures and feelings of self-consciousness, Dani learned to embrace her natural hair, through a committed journey of self-care and holistic wellness. Her experience underscores the significance of knowledge and technique in simplifying natural hair care, leading to a sense of liberation and pride in her hair's versatility. By advocating for self-acceptance and empowerment, Dani inspires others to embark on their own journeys of embracing natural beauty and setting positive examples for future generations.
Key Takeaways:
- Black women feel pressured by societal expectations regarding their hair.- Embracing natural hair involves self-love and acceptance in a world with eurocentric beauty standards.- Seeking professional help and using the right products is important for caring for curly hair.- Embracing natural hair is seen as a key part of one's self-love journey.- Embracing natural hair can have a profound emotional and identity impact.- Embracing natural hair is empowering and celebrates uniqueness.- More dialogue and support are needed in embracing one's hair identity and self-love.
Stay connected with Dani online:
Website
Instagram
Youtube 
Stay connected with us online:
MakiniSmith.com
Legacy Leavers Media
Facebook
Instagram
Threads
Youtube
LinkedIn
Books
Send feedback/questions to info@awalkinmystilettos.com
Submit guest suggestions HERE
Make a donation to keep the show going!
 
Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty free
Synthetic Fragrance free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.

In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Stephanie Harrison, the creator of the New Happy philosophy. Stephanie shared her personal journey of transformation from pursuing societal expectations of happiness to discovering a new path based on authenticity and compassion. We discussed the importance of social connection, resilience, and post-traumatic wisdom in the healing process. Stephanie emphasized the power of small acts of kindness in boosting mood and well-being. She also highlighted the impact of emotions and the value of self-compassion in mental health.
Stephanie Harrison is the creator of the New Happy philosophy. Her work has been featured in publications such as CNBC, Fast Company, Forbes, and Harvard Business Review. She is the founder of The New Happy, a company helping individuals, companies, and communities apply this philosophy in their lives. The New Happy's art, newsletter, podcast, and programs reach millions of people around the world every month. She has a Masters Degree in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Previously, she was the Director of Learning at Thrive Global.
Stay connected to Stephanie online:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Stay connected with us online:
MakiniSmith.com
Legacy Leavers Media
Facebook
Instagram
Threads
Youtube
LinkedIn
Books
Send feedback/questions to info@awalkinmystilettos.com
Submit guest suggestions HERE
Make a donation to keep the show going!
 
Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty free
Synthetic Fragrance free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.
 

In this podcast episode, I had the honor of interviewing Heather Elliott Whitehead. She generously shared her personal journey of overcoming heartbreak and adversity. Heather's narrative included enduring significant losses like the passing of her brother and father, alongside a traumatic breakup. Through introspection, journaling, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and self-compassion, Heather discovered healing and resilience. She stressed the significance of acknowledging emotions, taking healing at one's own pace, and showing self-compassion. Heather's story is a poignant reminder that recovering from trauma, including heartbreak, requires time, self-care, and understanding. The episode underscored the transformative impact of self-reflection, acceptance, and leveraging personal strengths during challenging circumstances.
Heather Elliott-Whitehead is a serieal entrepreneur with ventures in business solutions, retail, entertainment, and food manufacturing. She’s the author of The Strength of your Straw- The Secret to overcoming Heartbreak & Hardships.
With executive experience across different sectors globally, she established Elliott PR Group in 2009 in New York City, representing African American celebrities and entertainment firms including the FOX hit Empire, Scandal on ABC, BLACKISH on ABC and Lionsgate Entertainment.
Heather is involved in philanthropy through Empower Canada and Thrive Global Project, providing support to disadvantaged women and unhoused individuals in NYC.
Stay connected with Heather online:
Website
Instagram
Stay connected with us online:
MakiniSmith.com
Legacy Leavers Media
Facebook
Instagram
Threads
Youtube
LinkedIn
Books
Send feedback/questions to info@awalkinmystilettos.com
Submit guest suggestions HERE
Make a donation to keep the show going!
 
Podcast music produced by:
defnottyrell
This episode is brought to you by Herbal Face Food.
Since early 2022, Makini has taken her skin back with this natural skincare routine.
It’s:
Vegan
Cruelty free
Synthetic Fragrance free
Paraben free
Organic/Wildcrafted
Handmade
GMP free
Ethically Sourced
It heals melasma, psoriasis, acne scars, treats deep wrinkles and has cleared up the eczema on Makini's face.
Use promo code "Makini20" or "Makini30" for 30% off ALL PLANT facial products.