Mensimah's Round Table: Conversations for Women of Power and Grace

Dr. Mensimah Shabazz
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ABOUT THIS PODCAST Spiritual healing, self-worth, and women's empowerment — real conversations to help you reclaim your power. Mensimah's Round Table is a weekly podcast for women seeking spiritual growth, healing from life's hardest chapters, and the confidence to live authentically. Hosted by Dr. Mensimah Shabazz — transformational coach, author, and scholar of women's spirituality — each episode blends practical self-empowerment tools with the wisdom of the Divine Feminine. Whether you're healing from loss, rebuilding your identity, setting boundaries, or simply craving a deeper connection to your own intuition, this is your space to pause, reflect, and rise. Born from Dr. Shabazz's own healing journey after a life-altering injury, MRT weaves lived experience, transpersonal psychology, and sacred wisdom into every conversation. New episodes drop every Friday. New here? Start with fan-favorite Episode 65: "Being the Best Version of Yourself in 2024." 🔗 Consultations: mensimah.com/harmony-consult 🔗 Join the community: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphd 🔗 Shop: shop.mensimah.com

  1. 5d ago

    Embodying the Mother Within: The Radical Power of Self-Mothering

    In this moment, how can you offer yourself what you are truly craving — a kind word, a rest, or a gentle recognition of all that you are?" In this episode, we go deeper into a theme we opened last week — the Mother as a living force — and turn the lens inward. When outer support feels shaky or absent, self-mothering becomes the ground you stand on: a radical, loving practice of becoming your own source of protection, nurturance, and honest validation. In this episode, you'll learn: Why self-mothering is essential in unpredictable times.The three core practices of self-mothering: protection, nurturance, and validation.How embodying the Mother within becomes a catalyst for personal and collective transformation. Self-mothering isn't only personal medicine — it ripples outward. The security and kindness you build within yourself becomes the foundation for healthier relationships, families, and communities. When you shift your inner world, your outer reality shifts with it. Connect & Share: If this episode resonates, it would mean a lot if you left a review, subscribed, dropped a comment, or gave the YouTube video a like. It genuinely helps this podcast reach more people who need it — and I read and respond to every comment and direct message. I am a woman of power and grace, and so are you. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Resources & Links: Book a consultation: mensimah.com/harmony-consultJoin the community on Patreon: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdShop: shop.mensimah.comWebsite: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  2. Aug 7

    Feeling Disconnected From Your Power? Reclaim the Great Mother Within!

    In this deeply personal episode of the Round Table, marking eighteen years since the passing of my mother, we honor the Great Mother—not as a distant myth, but as a living force within each of us. We explore what it means to reconnect with the nurturing wisdom we all carry, embrace the fearless love of Venus, and anchor feminine power and grace into daily life. What You'll Learn: How to reconnect with the nurturing wisdom of the Great Mother within yourselfThe fearless love that Venus calls us to embody in relationships and societySimple daily practices to anchor feminine power and grace. Why We Celebrate the Great Mother: To celebrate the Great Mother is to celebrate yourself—your capacity to nurture, to heal, and to love without condition. She isn't a distant figure from myth; she's the wisdom already living in every person who has ever comforted someone in pain, forgiven an old wound, or chosen love over fear. Connect & Share: If this episode moved you, leave a review, share it with a woman you love, and comment on how the Great Mother moves through you. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Resources & Links: Book a consultation: mensimah.com/harmony-consultJoin the community on Patreon: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdShop: shop.mensimah.comWebsite: https://mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  3. Jul 31

    How Trusting Yourself—Even When Vilified—Leads to True Freedom and Vindication

    There's a particular kind of ache that comes from being doubted for something you know, deep down, to be true. Maybe it was a career change nobody understood, a relationship you had to walk away from, or a creative path that looked reckless from the outside. We sit with that ache instead of rushing past it—and we ask what it might actually be trying to teach us. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why moments of self-trust under pressure often become turning points.The difference between being wrong and simply being early or unfamiliar to others.A grounded, three-part practice for moving through doubt without abandoning what you know to be true.A guided meditation to help you reconnect with your own inner clarity. This episode also includes a conversation about why the discomfort of being questioned isn't necessarily a sign you've gone off course. Sometimes it's simply the friction of doing something the world hasn't caught up to yet. We look at what it really means to build self-trust in moments like these, and why vindication doesn't always arrive the way—or the speed—we expect it to. A moment to sit with: Being criticized doesn't mean you're wrong. If something still feels true after real thought, staying with it is its own kind of proof. If this episode resonates, we'd love for you to share it with someone who's questioning their own path right now—and if you're a Patreon subscriber, look out for this week's Magic Monday reflection, built around this very theme. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Resources & Links: Book a consultation: mensimah.com/harmony-consultJoin the community on Patreon: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdShop: shop.mensimah.comWebsite: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  4. Jul 24

    Stepping Out of Deficient Paradigms: Creating New Ways to Shine

    In this episode, Stepping Out of Deficient Paradigms: Creating New Ways to Shine, we explore how to recognize stories/limiting beliefs, challenge them with compassion, and create a new story rooted in possibility instead of fear. Many of us carry invisible stories that quietly influence every decision we make — stories that shape our confidence, our relationships, our careers, even our dreams, often without us ever noticing they're there. 3 Things You'll Learn: How to identify the limiting beliefs quietly shaping your decisionsWhat it actually takes to challenge those beliefs and step beyond themHow to sustain that shift with small, consistent daily practices. Limiting beliefs are learned stories—not permanent truths. When you recognize and challenge the outdated paradigms that have shaped your thinking, you create space for new possibilities, greater confidence, and authentic growth. Lasting transformation isn't about perfection; it's built through consistent daily practices and choosing, again and again, to move beyond fear. This podcast's journey, for example, wasn't the result of one bold leap—it came from continuing to speak honestly, even when I may have doubted anyone was listening. That's what challenging a limiting belief looks like in practice. Your willingness to shine becomes a powerful invitation for others to do the same. If this one lands with you the way I think it might, send me your thoughts — I read every note that comes through, and those messages genuinely shape where this podcast goes next. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Resources & Links: Book a consultation: mensimah.com/harmony-consultJoin the community on Patreon: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdShop: shop.mensimah.comWebsite: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  5. Jul 17

    Ananse Wisdom: How Unity Heals Communities — The Story of the Wasp's Waist

    In this episode of the Round Table, Dr. Mensimah Shabazz shares a powerful Ananse story from her Akan tradition — the tale of why the wasp has a thin, curved waist. What begins as one small act of envy spirals into confusion, conflict, and loss for an entire community. Within the story lies a deeper teaching: how our smallest actions ripple outward, how unchecked discord damages the relationships we depend on, and how unity and good morals restore balance and healing. In this episode, you'll learn: How every action, no matter how small, affects the whole community and the balance of natureThe hidden dangers of letting confusion or negative intentions go unchallenged in relationshipsThe healing power of unity and good morals — and how restoring harmony with others restores balance within ourselves. The story's meaning, and drawing on Danquah's The Akan Doctrine of God, help you examine where you may be contributing to harmony — or discord — in your own life. Featured Reflection: "In what ways do I contribute to harmony or discord around me?" Quote from the episode: "You are the guardian of harmony — never doubt the power you hold." New episodes of Mensimah's Round Table drop every Friday. Tune in and share with someone who needs this reminder today! Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Resources & Links: Book a consultation: mensimah.com/harmony-consultJoin the community on Patreon: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdShop: shop.mensimah.comWebsite: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableShop: https://shop.mensimah.comRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  6. Jul 10

    The Log in the Water: Staying Grounded in Your Identity Through Life's Changes!

    In this episode, we explore the ancient West African proverb, “No matter how long a log stays in the water, it does not become a crocodile.” Dive into a heartfelt story about honoring your unchanging essence—even amidst changing circumstances and outside pressure. Today’s conversation will help you recognize what is truly yours, release roles and expectations that aren’t, and guide you back home to your authentic self. Plus, experience a simple meditation to anchor your week with inner steadiness. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to notice when your surroundings influence you—and when to return to your authentic selfThe difference between adapting vs. losing your essential natureA reflective meditation you can revisit anytime you feel pulled by life’s currents. Reflection for your week: What part of you remains steady and true, no matter the currents around you? Tune in and share with someone who needs this reminder today! Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Want to go deeper? I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path. Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com. Contact Links: Website: https://www.mensimah.com Instagram: @mensimahshabazzphd YouTube: @mensimahsroundtable Shop: https://shop.mensimah.com Register as a Guest on PodMatch- for Round Table Conversations: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  7. Jul 3

    The Divine Within Knows: Remembering the Wisdom That Has Always Lived Within You!

    There is a quiet wisdom within you that has been present through every season of your life. It has witnessed your joys, carried you through heartbreak, and gently nudged you forward whenever you were ready to listen. In this week's episode, we explore what it means to reconnect with that inner knowing in a world filled with noise, distraction, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. This is an invitation to stop searching outside yourself and begin trusting the sacred guidance that has always lived within you. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why your intuition is more than a feeling—it's a form of sacred remembrance.How life's changing seasons reveal your strength rather than diminish it.What distinguishes human wisdom from artificial intelligence and why authenticity is becoming one of our greatest gifts in an increasingly artificial world. Let us remember that while technology continues to evolve at an astonishing pace, there remains something uniquely human that cannot be replicated—our capacity for compassion, intuition, discernment, forgiveness, and love. These qualities are not signs of weakness; they are expressions of our deepest wisdom. Reflection for the Week Create five quiet minutes each day without your phone or other distractions. Ask yourself: "What does the God/Goddess within me know today?" Notice what arises without judgment. Trust that your deepest wisdom often speaks in whispers. If This Episode Resonated With You... Please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use the reminder that the wisdom they seek has been within them all along. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us as we build a global community of one million women who lead with wisdom, courage, compassion, and grace. Together, we are reclaiming our power, honoring our authentic selves, and inspiring one another to rise with confidence and purpose. Let us boldly affirm who we are—women of power and grace—and illuminate the way for generations to come. ♥️ Want to go deeper? I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path. Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com. Contact Links: Website: https://www.mensimah.com Instagram: @mensimahshabazzphd YouTube: @mensimahsroundtable Shop: https://shop.mensimah.com Register as a Guest on PodMatch- for Round Table Conversations: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

  8. Jun 26

    When I Let Go, Life Lifted Me: How Surrender Opens Doors!

    What if the breakthrough you've been seeking is waiting on the other side of surrender? In this heartfelt episode of The Round Table, Dr. Mensimah Shabazz shares a deeply personal story about navigating loss, uncertainty, and rebuilding after a life-changing back injury and surgery. As a single parent facing an unclear future, she discovered that surrender was not about giving up—it was about opening up. Through her own journey, we explore how letting go of rigid expectations, trusting the next step, and remaining open to receive can create space for unexpected opportunities and blessings. If you've been carrying the weight of uncertainty or trying to force a solution that isn't coming, this episode offers a gentle reminder that life often unfolds in ways we cannot predict—but can learn to trust. In This Episode, You'll Learn: • Why letting go of rigid expectations creates space for new possibilities • How trust helps us move forward even when fear is present • Why staying open to receive can reveal blessings in surprising ways. Reflection Questions When have you faced deep uncertainty or loss?What were you holding on to?What happened when you finally let go? Affirmation "I release what I cannot control and trust that I am being guided toward what is meant for me." Thank you for being here and please subscribe, share with friends and family. Dr. Mensimah Shabazz Join us in empowering one million women worldwide to embrace their strength and grace. Together, let's declare our identities as women of power and inspire one another to shine! ♥️ Want to go deeper? I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path. Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com. Contact Links: Website: https://www.mensimah.com Instagram: @mensimahshabazzphd YouTube: @mensimahsroundtable Shop: https://shop.mensimah.com Register as a Guest on PodMatch- for Round Table Conversations: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrt Donations: https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo... 🙏🏽 Step into a journey of awakening that celebrates women’s spirituality and the Divine Feminine. Guided by the loving power of the Divine Mother, this show invites you to reclaim your self-worth and embrace soulful transformation through sacred wisdom.

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ABOUT THIS PODCAST Spiritual healing, self-worth, and women's empowerment — real conversations to help you reclaim your power. Mensimah's Round Table is a weekly podcast for women seeking spiritual growth, healing from life's hardest chapters, and the confidence to live authentically. Hosted by Dr. Mensimah Shabazz — transformational coach, author, and scholar of women's spirituality — each episode blends practical self-empowerment tools with the wisdom of the Divine Feminine. Whether you're healing from loss, rebuilding your identity, setting boundaries, or simply craving a deeper connection to your own intuition, this is your space to pause, reflect, and rise. Born from Dr. Shabazz's own healing journey after a life-altering injury, MRT weaves lived experience, transpersonal psychology, and sacred wisdom into every conversation. New episodes drop every Friday. New here? Start with fan-favorite Episode 65: "Being the Best Version of Yourself in 2024." 🔗 Consultations: mensimah.com/harmony-consult 🔗 Join the community: patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphd 🔗 Shop: shop.mensimah.com

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