Powerfully Broken

Barbara L Parker MA, LPCC-S, CEO
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Because you don’t need to be perfect to live powerfully. You just need to be you—open, healing, and willing to grow.  Hosted by Barbara L Parker, MA, LPCC-S, CEO of BF Empowerment Center and advocate for healing, this podcast is a sanctuary for anyone navigating life after heartbreak, divorce, trauma, or major life transitions. Each episode dives deep into the real, raw, and often messy journey of healing—with honesty, compassion, and zero judgment. We explore powerful conversations around: Healing from intimate partner violence and toxic relationshipsAuthentic parenting and building stronger familiesMindset shifts that create emotional and financial freedomEntrepreneurship with purpose and resilienceWellness tools that support your mental, emotional, and spiritual health You’ll hear from survivors, experts, change-makers, and everyday warriors—people who turned their pain into purpose and found the power in their brokenness.

  1. 4d ago

    If CEOs Won’t Eat It Should You

    If your body feels heavy, your mind feels hazy, and you’re tired of living on “quick fixes,” this conversation is a reset. We sit down with Jasmine Flynn to talk about alkaline vegan eating in plain language, with real foods you can find and real habits you can keep. From water-rich fruits like watermelon and berries to simple veggies and staples like quinoa, we break down what “alkaline” looks like on an actual plate, not just on social media.  We also get into the stuff people whisper about but don’t always connect to food: mucus buildup, inflammation, brain fog, and that constant sluggish feeling that makes everything harder. Jasmine shares how her morning routine and alkaline-forward choices help her feel lighter and clearer, plus how she thinks about small, realistic steps like simply cutting back on meat. Along the way we talk juicing, the power of ginger for digestion and immune support, and why cooking at home matters when you want quality control over what’s really going into your body.  Then we zoom out to the bigger picture: processed food culture, caffeine dependence, and why it should make you pause when even fast food leaders seem hesitant to eat their own products. We also challenge the idea that your health is only “genetic” by focusing on lifestyle habits you can change through movement, stress management, and consistent nutrition. If you’re ready for a practical, honest take on plant-based wellness, press play, share this with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  2. Jul 3

    Why You Keep Getting Taken Advantage Of (And How to Stop It)

    If everyone in your life is draining you…  👉 you might be the problem. In this episode of Powerfully Broken Podcast, Barbara Parker drops one of the hardest truths about relationships: 👉 Overgiving is self-sabotage  👉 Boundaries are non-negotiable We break down:  Why people who “give everything” feel used  How you train people to disrespect your boundaries  Why complaining about everything means you need to look inward  How to stop being the “yes” person and start protecting your peace  The difference between advocating vs. enforcing boundaries The real truth: 👉 If you don’t honor your boundaries… nobody else will And sometimes the answer isn’t fixing the relationship… 👉 It’s walking away If you’re tired of:  being drained  being taken advantage of  feeling like you give more than you get 👉 You don’t need more awareness  👉 You need structure + boundaries 🔥 Apply for coaching below  (We help broken women become whole and stronger than before)  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

    Why You Keep Getting Taken Advantage Of (And How to Stop It)

  3. Jun 26

    Motivation Is A Lie And Discipline Builds Strength

    “Motivation is a lie” sounds harsh until you realize how freeing it is. We sit down with Shanika Jordan, also known as Coach Nika, founder of Release the Dope Fitness, to get real about strength training for women, the myths that keep people stuck, and why discipline is the skill that actually changes your body and your life. We start with the fear so many women carry into the weight room: “I don’t want to look like a man.” Coach Nika breaks down what it truly takes to get a dramatic bodybuilding look and why most women will not “accidentally” become bulky. From there, we talk about how to start when you feel lost in the gym, how to set realistic goals, and how to build consistency without living on a cycle of crash diets, event prep, and regain. The conversation goes deeper than reps and sets. Coach Nika shares her trauma-informed approach to coaching, how therapy helped save her life, and why nervous system regulation matters when you keep starting and stopping. We also tackle soreness, stretching, and the mindset shift that turns “pain” into progress, plus the balance of cardio and strength training for body composition, confidence, and long-term health. If you want practical fitness advice with real mental health context, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who keeps quitting, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one gym myth you’re ready to let go of?  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  4. Jun 19

    Stop Feeding Your Feelings Donuts | The Food-Depression Connection Nobody Talks About

    Depression, stress, and brain fog can feel like emotional problems, but we keep circling back to a blunt question: what if your food is making your mood worse? We sit down with Jasmine Flynn to talk about the food and mood connection in a way that’s practical and honest, from sugar cravings to the “low energy” meals that quietly drag you down all day. We get into how a bad diet can lock you into a loop: you feel low, you reach for donuts or other ultra-processed comfort food, your body slows down trying to digest it, and then you wake up still carrying the same problems with even less energy. We also talk digestion and why daily regularity matters for energy, clarity, and overall wellness. If you’ve been searching for real-world answers on “diet and depression” or “nutrition for mental health,” this conversation offers a grounded starting point. From there, we shift to natural energy. We talk caffeine dependence, pre-workout culture, and what it looks like to train and live without leaning on stimulants. Jasmine shares what changed for her after switching her eating style, including a vegan weight loss journey, reducing dairy, and using smoothies and teas to support her routine. We also touch inflammation, hormones in meat and dairy, and the common protein debate that leads to a bigger point about iron, blood flow, and performance. We close with a candid talk about women’s cycles, hydration, fatigue, and why being “emotional” is often just being exhausted. There’s also a serious conversation about birth control concerns and the importance of doing your own research and advocating for your health. If this hit home, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs the reminder, and leave a review. What’s one food or habit you want to change after listening?  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  5. Jun 12

    You're Not Hungry—You're Addicted | Jasmine Flynn Exposes Food Addiction

    Your body might be begging for help, and the signal isn’t always pain, it’s fatigue, cravings, and that heavy “why do I feel like this?” fog. We’re joined by Jasmine Flynn for a real, practical conversation about how food impacts energy, emotions, and the daily habits that shape mental health. We talk about the personal breaking point that pushes many of us to finally change, and why ultra-processed comfort food can feel soothing in the moment while slowly draining you over time. We also clear up the labels people argue about online. Jasmine explains the difference between vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian in plain language, and why many people aren’t “fake,” they’re just not educated on what the words mean. From there we get into plant-based staples that make the transition easier, especially mushrooms as a satisfying meat substitute and “superfood” option, with examples like portobello, lion’s mane, oyster mushrooms, and shiitake. Then we go deeper into fasting, meal timing, and the cultural myth that everyone needs three meals a day. We talk about “break fast,” listening to your body instead of the clock, and the provocative idea that “the shakes” can look more like withdrawal than true hunger. We also tackle healthy eating on a budget, kids and sugar, and realistic grocery strategies including a green smoothie routine with dandelion greens, ginger, cucumber, and chayote squash that sometimes requires shopping beyond the usual stores. If you’ve ever felt trapped in cravings or overwhelmed by “perfect diet” rules, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review with the one food habit you want to change next.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  6. Jun 5

    Real Weight Loss Starts When You Choose To Live

    If you’ve ever “started over” on your health goals and felt the shame hit harder than the scale, this conversation is for you. We sit down with Ace Epps, a mentor, husband, father, and business builder who’s lost over 100 pounds more than once and he’s honest about why the second journey is lonelier, tougher, and more real. The shift isn’t about looking good for an event. It’s about choosing to live, then building the daily accountability that keeps you alive and consistent. We get practical and personal about what actually helps: weigh-ins as a check-in (not a punishment), travel eating strategies, and how stress can knock you off course fast. We also talk mental health and boundaries through stories that stick, including Ace’s “theory of the bears” (panda, teddy, polar, grizzly) and what it teaches about balancing warmth, leadership, and firmness without slipping into chaos. Then we land on a line you’ll remember the next time you’re tempted to argue with the wrong person: a bee doesn’t waste time trying to convince a fly that honey is better. From cortisol relief to movement as an emotional offload, we connect fitness, stress management, emotional eating, and recovery support like magnesium glycinate and other wellness supplements. We also zoom out to entrepreneurship, because the discipline that transforms your body is the same transferable skill that strengthens your business and your relationships. If you’re ready for sustainable weight loss, better mental health, and boundaries that protect your peace, press play, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review.  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

  7. May 29

    Nobody Warned Me About This After Having a Baby | Royalty Mason on Postpartum Depression

    Welcome to the Powerfully Broken Podcast, where we break unhealthy relationships that negatively impact your mental health. In this powerful conversation, fitness coach and personal trainer Royalty Mason opens up about her journey through postpartum depression, body image struggles, weight gain, hair loss, self-esteem challenges, and the emotional reality many mothers face after childbirth. Many women are told that motherhood should be the happiest season of their lives. But what happens when you love your baby and still don't feel like yourself? Royalty shares: ✅ Early signs of postpartum depression she didn't recognize ✅ Why so many women struggle with body image after pregnancy ✅ The truth about breastfeeding and weight loss ✅ How fitness helped her reclaim her confidence ✅ Why community support is critical for healing ✅ Beginner-friendly fitness tips for new moms ✅ The difference between weight loss and body composition ✅ How accountability can transform your mental health journey If you're a mother struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, self-esteem, weight gain after pregnancy, or simply feeling overwhelmed by motherhood, this episode will remind you that you are not alone—and that healing is possible. 💥 Remember: You were broken to unleash the power within. Now go be amazing. 🎙️ Powerfully Broken Podcast Hosted by Barbara L. Parker, MA, LPCC-S If you're a woman feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, our coaching programs help you rebuild your identity, create healthy relationships, and become stronger than before. Because healing isn't just possible—it's powerful. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 📚 Get the Book: A Powerful Divorce 🌐 Visit: BF Empowerment Center 🎧 Podcast: Powerfully Broken Podcast 📱 Follow: @powerfullybroken @queenblparker ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ #PostpartumDepression #NewMomLife #MotherhoodJourney #MentalHealthMatters #PostpartumRecovery #WomensMentalHealth #FitnessJourney #WeightLossAfterBaby #SingleMomLife #SelfLoveJourney #PowerfullyBrokenPodcast #BarbaraParker #RoyaltyMason #HealingJourney #MentalHealthAwareness  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

    Nobody Warned Me About This After Having a Baby | Royalty Mason on Postpartum Depression

  8. May 29

    Why You Keep Gaining the Weight Back (And How to Finally Break It)

    You don’t have a weight problem…  You have a discipline problem. In this episode of the Powerfully Broken Podcast, Ace Epps breaks down the truth most people don’t want to hear: 👉 Losing weight isn’t the hard part  👉 Staying disciplined is We talk about:  Why people regain weight after losing it The real reason transformation gets sabotaged (by YOU and others)  How your environment keeps you stuck (“sober dad syndrome”)  Why comfort food is NOT actually comfort  How your mind-body connection controls your habits Why you must shift from “losing weight” to “choosing life”💡 The biggest takeaway: 👉 You don’t change because you want to look better  👉 You change when you decide you want to LIVE If you’re tired of:  starting over  losing weight and gaining it back  feeling out of control 👉 You don’t need more motivation  👉 You need a system 🔥 Apply for coaching below (We help broken women become whole and stronger than before)  Call 330-368-2400 to join our Coaching Program Today !!! 1. Rebuild Self-Worth & Personal Identity Before: Lost, exhausted, walking on eggshells, defining themselves by the relationship. After:  Clear sense of identity  Increased confidence and self-respect  Strong personal boundaries  Ability to make decisions without guilt 2. Break Toxic Relationship Patterns Before: Repeating cycles of unhealthy relationships, attracting emotionally unavailable or abusive partners. After:  Recognize red flags early  Understand trauma-driven relationship choices  End unhealthy relationship patterns  Create healthier standards for future relationships 3. Master Communication & Boundaries Before: Avoiding conflict, people-pleasing, explosive arguments, feeling unheard. After:  Confident communication  Healthy conflict resolution  Strong boundary-setting skills  Ability to advocate for needs without fear 4. Create Emotional Peace & Resilience Before: Constant anxiety, overthinking, emotional exhaustion, and feeling stuck in survival mode. After:  Improved emotional regulation  Reduced anxiety and overwhelm  Greater self-trust ...

    Why You Keep Gaining the Weight Back (And How to Finally Break It)
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Because you don’t need to be perfect to live powerfully. You just need to be you—open, healing, and willing to grow.  Hosted by Barbara L Parker, MA, LPCC-S, CEO of BF Empowerment Center and advocate for healing, this podcast is a sanctuary for anyone navigating life after heartbreak, divorce, trauma, or major life transitions. Each episode dives deep into the real, raw, and often messy journey of healing—with honesty, compassion, and zero judgment. We explore powerful conversations around: Healing from intimate partner violence and toxic relationshipsAuthentic parenting and building stronger familiesMindset shifts that create emotional and financial freedomEntrepreneurship with purpose and resilienceWellness tools that support your mental, emotional, and spiritual health You’ll hear from survivors, experts, change-makers, and everyday warriors—people who turned their pain into purpose and found the power in their brokenness.

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  • Creator
    Barbara L Parker MA, LPCC-S, CEO
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Powerfully Broken
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    Powerfully Broken