The Melanin Wellness Podcast: Mental Health, Nervous System Care & Healing for Black Women

Corinna Dunn
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The Melanin Wellness Podcast is a holistic wellness and mental health space for Black women navigating life, body changes, and emotional healing in real time. Hosted by Cori, this podcast explores mental health, nervous system care, fitness without burnout, hormone health, and generational healing — all through a compassionate, culturally grounded lens. Through honest solo episodes and meaningful conversations, you’ll find support for anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and your healing era — prioritizing self-trust, emotional well-being, and sustainable wellness over hustle and perfection. Because wellness isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what actually supports your life. 🎧 Episodes cover mental health, mindset, movement, nourishment, and rest — helping you feel more regulated, more grounded, and more like yourself again. ✨ A safe space for Black women ready to heal, grow, and feel at home in their bodies and minds. Guest and business inquires only: hello@themelaninwellnesspodcast.com

  1. Ep 157 How to Protect Your Peace After Vacation: Bringing Calm Home Without the Mental Crash

    May 27

    Ep 157 How to Protect Your Peace After Vacation: Bringing Calm Home Without the Mental Crash

    In the final episode of the Summer Mini-Series, Cori shares how to maintain the sense of peace and calm experienced while traveling—even after returning home.Topics include:Post-travel emotional dropCreating calm routines at homeIntegrating rest into daily lifeProtecting your energy consistentlyResources: Speakpipe https://www.speakpipe.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Support the show:  ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast⁠⁠ 🔗Links: https://bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast $CashApp: $MelaninWellness Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    10 min
  2. Episode 156 How to Travel Without Burnout: Protecting Your Energy & Mental Health on Vacation

    May 20

    Episode 156 How to Travel Without Burnout: Protecting Your Energy & Mental Health on Vacation

    If you’re tired of coming back from vacation feeling drained, this episode is for you.Cori shares practical, realistic tips on how to travel in a way that actually leaves you feeling rested and restored.Topics include: Travel burnout and how to avoid itIntentional itinerary planningSleep, hydration, and wellness on vacationCreating a balanced travel experienceResources: Speakpipe https://www.speakpipe.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Support the show:  ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast⁠⁠ 🔗Links: https://bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast $CashApp: $MelaninWellness Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    10 min
  3. EP 155 Traveling as a Grown Woman: Protecting Your Mental Health, Energy & Peace While Traveling

    May 13

    EP 155 Traveling as a Grown Woman: Protecting Your Mental Health, Energy & Peace While Traveling

    In this episode, Cori shares how her approach to travel has evolved over time.From chaotic, overbooked trips to intentional, restorative experiences, she breaks down what traveling as a grown woman really looks like.Topics include:Intentional travel planningProtecting your energy while travelingBoundaries and safetyChoosing rest over over-schedulingResources: Speakpipe https://www.speakpipe.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Support the show:  ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast⁠⁠ Cash App: $MelaninWellness 🔗Links: https://bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    9 min
  4. Ep 154 Travel Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Nervous System Reset for Your Mental Health & Peace

    May 6

    Ep 154 Travel Isn’t a Luxury — It’s a Nervous System Reset for Your Mental Health & Peace

    In this episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast Summer Mini-Series, Cori breaks down why travel is more than a luxury—it’s a powerful nervous system reset.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or constantly “on,” this episode explores how stepping outside of your daily environment can help your body regulate, restore, and reconnect.Topics include: Nervous system regulation through travelWhy rest at home isn’t always enoughThe psychology of new environmentsIntentional travel vs. luxury travelRESOURCES:  Speakpipe https://www.speakpipe.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Support the show:  ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast⁠⁠ Cash App: $MelaninWellness 🔗Links: https://bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    7 min

  5. Apr 29

    Soft Life, Hard Truths: Protecting Your Peace, Mental Health & Nervous System While the World Is Loud

    In this episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast, Cori explores what it really means to pursue a soft life while navigating stress, noise, and everyday responsibilities. Healing your nervous system isn’t about escaping life—it’s about learning how to regulate your body and protect your peace in the middle of it. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or constantly on edge, this episode breaks down practical ways to create calm, build resilience, and support your mental health in real life. In this episode, you’ll learn: How chronic stress impacts your nervous systemWhat a “soft life” actually means beyond aestheticsSimple, realistic ways to regulate your nervous systemHow to create calm in a busy, demanding worldWhy protecting your peace is a daily wellness practiceThis episode is your reminder that softness is not weakness—it’s a strategy for sustainable wellness. Resources: Speakpipe for voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Cori Dunn Fitness: https://www.youtube.com/@coridunnfitness Holistic Nutrition Cheatsheet: https://subscribepage.io/holisticnutritioncheatsheet Support the show:  https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast  Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    11 min
  6. From Personal Experience to Purpose: How Healing, Passion, and Service Create Holistic Success

    Apr 22

    From Personal Experience to Purpose: How Healing, Passion, and Service Create Holistic Success

    In this inspiring episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast, Cori sits down with Marcia Acker from Miss Anns Helping Hands, a young leader who turned her personal experiences into a thriving nonprofit. They dive into the intersection of healing, passion, and service, and how channeling personal challenges into purpose can create holistic success. In this conversation, you’ll learn: How personal experiences can guide your life’s purposeThe role of healing in creating sustainable impactHow passion and service intersect for true fulfillmentPractical tips for turning challenges into opportunities to serve others Whether you’re building a business, a nonprofit, or just trying to live with intention, this episode is packed with insights on aligning your personal growth with your purpose. IG: https://www.instagram.com/msannshelpinghands/ Sound off about the show: Speakpipe Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast

    22 min

  7. Apr 15

    Mental Health & Consistency: How Black Women Can Build Wellness Habits That Actually Stick

    In this episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast, Cori dives into the connection between mental health and the power of consistency—and why it looks different for Black women navigating multiple roles, responsibilities, and seasons of life. Building wellness habits that stick isn’t about perfection; it’s about creating routines that fit your lifestyle, your energy, and your realities. Cori shares practical strategies to help you: Start small and sustainable wellness habitsStay consistent even during life’s chaosOvercome self-sabotage and guiltCelebrate progress without comparison Whether it’s fitness, nutrition, mental health, or self-care, this episode is your guide to building habits that actually last—and that honor your unique journey. Resources & Links: 🔗Links: https://bio.site/themelaninwellnesspodcast Support the show:https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    5 min
  8. Pivot Energy: How to Know When It’s Time to Reinvent Yourself (Again)

    Apr 8

    Pivot Energy: How to Know When It’s Time to Reinvent Yourself (Again)

    Reinvention doesn’t always come with clarity—and for many Black women, it often follows years of pushing through exhaustion, obligation, and survival mode. In this episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast, Cori is joined by Natasha, a mental health educator, trauma-informed speaker, and author, for a grounded conversation about pivot energy—how to recognize when something no longer fits and how to shift without collapsing. Together, they explore nervous system cues, the difference between strength and survival, midlife reinvention, and why self-doubt can be valuable information rather than a flaw. This episode offers permission to pivot with intention, boundaries, and self-trust—at a pace your body can sustain. In this episode, we discuss: How to recognize when it’s time to pivot—before burnout hitsThe body’s role in signaling misalignmentStrength vs. survival mode for Black womenMidlife reinvention without panic or pressureUsing self-doubt as data instead of self-criticismBoundaries that support sustainable change About the Guest: Natasha is a mental health educator, trauma-informed speaker, and author whose work centers holistic wellness, nervous system regulation, and midlife reinvention for Black women. Her approach integrates mental health, identity, and spiritual grounding to support sustainable healing and self-trust. Resources & Links: Natasha’s book: Imposter Syndrome Is the Green Light https://natashapierre.com/Follow and connect with Natasha: Instagram: https://www.Instagram/natashapierreofficial Listener Reminder: Take what serves you, leave what doesn’t, and move at the pace your nervous system can handle. Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast Featured in Voyage Raleigh | Ranked Top 25% Globally on Apple Podcasts

    30 min
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The Melanin Wellness Podcast is a holistic wellness and mental health space for Black women navigating life, body changes, and emotional healing in real time. Hosted by Cori, this podcast explores mental health, nervous system care, fitness without burnout, hormone health, and generational healing — all through a compassionate, culturally grounded lens. Through honest solo episodes and meaningful conversations, you’ll find support for anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and your healing era — prioritizing self-trust, emotional well-being, and sustainable wellness over hustle and perfection. Because wellness isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what actually supports your life. 🎧 Episodes cover mental health, mindset, movement, nourishment, and rest — helping you feel more regulated, more grounded, and more like yourself again. ✨ A safe space for Black women ready to heal, grow, and feel at home in their bodies and minds. Guest and business inquires only: hello@themelaninwellnesspodcast.com

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