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I don’t know about you, but I am so ready for a cute, fun summer full of Black women doing cool shit. So I’m very excited to say that it is our theme for the month of June! Throughout this month, I’ll be inviting some of the content creators I’m most inspired by to talk with us about what they’re up to — starting with the phenomenal Ashley Menzies Babatunde.
Ashley is a celebrated attorney and host of The No Straight Path Podcast, a podcast aimed at exploring the human stories behind success. She is also a career and life coach, helping folks navigate their careers using alignment and self-awareness practices as a guide.
Together, we talk about Ashley’s own winding path to where she is now, her struggles with setbacks, and why she’s on a sabbatical from law… for now. This discussion is full of wisdom, insight, and perspective that helps us consider the long-haul and realize that a few setbacks might not be so bad.
We also talk about…
Navigating the achievement hangoverStrengthening the muscles you need to navigate setbacks and failuresThe Zone of Excellence vs the Zone of GeniusWhy sharing our stories is so importantPacing ourselves and focusing on a long game perspective
Resources:
Book: The Genius Zone by Gay HendricksListen to Ashley’s podcastFollow Ashley on LinkedInFollow Ashley on InstagramFollow No Straight Path on Instagram
Sponsors:
Notion | Do your most efficient work with Notion Projects. You can try it for free today at notion.com/balanced.MudWtr | MudWtr is a coffee alternative with 4 adaptogenic mushrooms and ayruvedic herbs with way less caffeine than coffee. Get 15% off your first order at mudwtr.com/balanced.HelloFresh | Say goodbye to grocery shopping and meal planning with HelloFresh. Get recipe inspo and the ingredients you need delivered straight to your door. Try HelloFresh and get 16 meals free and free shipping by visiting hellofresh.com/balanced16.ZocDoc | Zocdoc | Find and book a top-rated doctor in your area today with Zocdoc. Visit zocdoc.com/balanced to download the app for free.
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As we wrap up Mindset May, I want to share more about my personal experiences changing my mindset and how that has shaped my life.
I typically avoid being too personal here on Balanced Black Girl, but in this episode I’m opening up about some of my past experiences and future plans. My mindset has played a part in all of those decisions, and it’s had a powerful impact on my life—both positive and negative.
I also share what you can expect from the podcast this Summer (hint: it’s going to be very fun and cute), let you in on the theme for the month of June, and tell you about some exciting upcoming changes.
I also talk about…
Learning to not letting fear rob me of experiencesThe things that most impacted my mindset and helped me expandHow our 20s aren’t the only time in our life to try new things and exploreGiving ourselves permission to like the things we likeWhy I don’t talk much about relationships on this podcastLeaning into the flexibility and support that I have in this season of life
Resources:
Listen to my 25 by 25 episode
Sponsors:
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It’s been an incredible month of learning about our minds, and this week Mindset May continues with an episode featuring the perfect guest for this theme— Keylee Miracle.
Keylee is a double-board certified Clinical Hypnotherapist Master, Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner, and the creator of The Neurointuitive Method. Keylee believes in the power of tailoring our healing experiences to what our unique needs are.
Together, we talk about our ability to rewire and reprogram our brains to help us heal and cultivate the habits that we want to implement. We also talk about tools and practices for taking care of our brains and the power of hypnotherapy. This is a tactical and informative episode that will help you tailor your self-care practices to love on your brain.

We Also Talk About…
How our lived experiences shape our neuroplasticityWays to shift your thinking to activate your parasympathetic nervous systemThe importance of knowing who you areUnderstanding the difference between the conscious and unconscious mindSupporting your brain so it can support youKeylee’s signature Neurointuitive Method — what it is, how it works, and why it’s effective
Resources:
Visit Keylee’s website for free meditations: https://www.keyleemiracle.com/libraryFollow Keylee on Twitter: https://twitter.com/keyleemiracleFollow Keylee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keyleemiracle/Subscribe to Keylee’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keyleemiracle
Sponsors:
Oura Ring | The Oura Ring has been my favorite tool for helping me improve my sleep hygiene. Check out my episode of Oura’s All Hours series by visiting ouraring.com/balancedles.MudWtr | MudWtr is a coffee alternative with 4 adaptogenic mushrooms and ayruvedic herbs with way less caffeine than coffee. Get 15% off your first order at mudwtr.com/balanced.HelloFresh | Say goodbye to grocery shopping and meal planning with HelloFresh. Get recipe inspo and the ingredients you need delivered straight to your door. Try HelloFresh and get 16 meals free and free shipping by visiting hellofresh.com/balanced16.
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We often put so much pressure on ourselves to think and work in a strictly linear way. But so many of us just aren’t wired like that! And despite what we may believe, it doesn’t doom us to a life we don’t love.
So in this episode, we’re continuing with our Mindset May series and talking about staying balanced in life when you’re neuro-spicy with Janelle Pearson.
Janelle is an actress and community manager at one of my favorite companies—Holisticism. Together, we talk about living life with squiggly brains that don’t like to cooperate with the status quo.
We Also Talk About…
Squiggly brains and why they’re a super powerNavigating the shame and stigma around taking medicationDoing the work for seven generations back and forwardThe necessity of community in the healing processSystems and processes that have helped JanelleSetting up your life to be in flow with flexible systems
Resources:
Visit the Holisticism WesbiteFollow Holisticism on InstagramJoin the waitlist for The North Node, Holisticism’s private membershipLearn How to Use Monday Hour OneListen to Holisticism’s podcasts The Twelfth House and Good for UFollow Janelle on Instagram
Sponsors:
HelloFresh | Say goodbye to grocery shopping and meal planning with HelloFresh. Get recipe inspo and the ingredients you need delivered straight to your door. Try HelloFresh and get 16 meals free and free shipping by visiting hellofresh.com/balanced16.LMNT | LMNT is my favorite electrolyte drink mix that will keep you hydrated all summer long. LMNT is offering you a free sample pack with any purchase. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order so you can try all 8 flavors to find your fave or share with friends. Get yours at drinkLMNT.com/balancedles.Anima Mundi Herbals | Anima Mundi Herbals offers incredible plant-based and organic tonics, wellness blends, and skincare products. Visit their website and use the code BALANCED15 for 15% off your order.
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Welcome back! For the next few episodes, we’re continuing our current theme of Mindset May, and focusing specifically on our brain health. Because who doesn’t want to be sharp when they’re 90, right?
In today’s episode, I’m talking about something we often sacrifice, but desperately need—quality sleep. We all crave it, and at various points in our lives, we all struggle with it (shoutout to my friends with young children).
So, I’m sharing a wealth of information about the function and science of sleep and some of my favorite methods for improving your sleep quality ASAP.
I also talk about…
4 stages of sleep and what we get from each of themThe importance of breaking up with the snooze buttonCreating a sleep friendly environmentBuilding in relaxation time before sleepThe effects of caffeine, alcohol, food, and exercise on sleep qualityLight as a supplement to get in doses throughout the day
Resources:
Reframing Our Relationship with Alcohol: Exploring Sober-CuriosityThe Role of Sleep Hygiene in Promoting Public Health: A Review of Empirical EvidenceWhat Are the 4 Stages of Sleep?Sleep SpindlesAlcohol and Sleep9 Best Foods and Drinks to Have Before Bed5 Reasons Exercise Improve SleepUsing Light for HealthGet the screen light adjusting f.lux app
Sponsors:
Oura Ring | The Oura Ring has been my favorite tool for helping me improve my sleep hygiene. Check out my episode of Oura’s All Hours series by visiting ouraring.com/balancedles.MudWtr | MudWtr is a coffee alternative with 4 adaptogenic mushrooms and ayruvedic herbs with way less caffeine than coffee. Get 15% off your first order at mudwtr.com/balanced.ZocDoc | Zocdoc | Find and book a top-rated doctor in your area today with Zocdoc. Visit zocdoc.com/balanced to download the app for free.
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It’s a new month, so you know that means a brand new series! This May, we're talking about expanding our minds, changing our thoughts, and taking care of our brain health.
So, in this episode I’ve invited two previous guests back on the podcast — Erica Dickerson and Jamilah Mapp of Good Moms Bad Choices podcast. Erica and Milah are podcasters, writers and parents who host world-wide retreats and live shows that help you feel more connected to your authentic self and the women around you.
Together, we talk about the importance of mindset, meeting our needs, overcoming guilt, and the power of plant medicine.

We Also Talk About…
How important mindset work is when we’re in a good placeTools for overcoming limiting beliefsThe importance of the company you keepHow our needs are not that different from when we were childrenTaking time to notice and feel the things we’ve accomplishedNot feeling guilty about getting what you wantPlant medicine as a means to grounding and connecting with what’s real
Resources:
The effects of grounding (earthing) on inflammationVisit the Good Moms Bad Choices WebsiteListen to the Good Moms Bad Choices PodcastGet the book: A Good Moms Guide to Making Bad ChoicesJoin the next Good Moms Bad Choices RetreatSee Good Moms Bad Choices on Tour
Sponsors:
Anima Mundi Herbals | Anima Mundi Herbals offers incredible plant-based and organic tonics, wellness blends, and skincare products. Visit their website and use the code BALANCED15 for 15% off your order.ZocDoc | Zocdoc | Find and book a top-rated doctor in your area today with Zocdoc. Visit zocdoc.com/balanced to download the app for free.BiOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers has the seven types of magnesium your body needs. Get 10% off your order at magbreakthrough.com/balanced.Tru Earth | Tru Earth offers eco-friendly laundry detergent strips that are compact and make doing laundry so much easier. Visit tru.earth/balanced for 12% off your order.
Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:
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