Real Conversations with Ynx

YNX

Welcome to our ‘Real Conversations’ podcast community where we explore impact-driven and self-improvement topics. You’ll hear from experts and thought leaders, who will share their personal experiences and perspectives, and provide you with valuable information that will inspire and inform you, as well as share tips, strategies, and resources that you can use to deepen your understanding and take action in your own life. Let’s go on this journey of growth, self-discovery and impacting our world, together.

Episodes

  1. 01/28/2024

    Navigating the Intersection: The Black Woman Experience in Corporate with Rele Agbenla

    On the debut episode of the second season of Real Conversations with Ynx, I am in conversation with the dynamic, Rele Agbenla. Rele is a Director in the healthcare industry and a passionate advocate for adult learning, and as an expert in Human Resouses and Learning and Development practices, Rele understands the crucial role they play in fostering employee engagement and development. With a wealth of experience spanning multiple sectors, including the health sector, Rele has dedicated her career to challenging individuals to push beyond their limits and embrace growth. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of navigating the intersection of race and gender in corporate. Gain valuable insights and perspectives on the experiences, challenges and triumphs of black women in the corporate landscape. Get ready to be inspired and empowered.

  2. 12/17/2023

    How to Practice Mindfulness and Meditation with Shawnta Hooks

    In this episode, I engage in real conversations with Shawnta Hooks about her mindfulness and meditation journey, and mindfulness as a way of life. Shawnta Hooks is a Mindfulness Facilitator and the CEO and Founder of Mindful Culture Creators (MCC) and The Stillness Loop. With over 20 years of corporate experience, Shawnta realized the benefits of mindfulness in the workplace and began sharing her personal journey with others. She started MCC as an internal grass roots movement at her former employer, which quickly grew to over 300 employees within months. Shawnta has developed over a dozen workshops that use mindfulness techniques to solve complex business problems. She works with leaders who care about the mental wellbeing of their teams and believes that developing a mindful culture creates competitive advantages in the marketplace. Shawnta shares her journey to mindfulness and how it has transformed her life and those around her. She discusses the importance of mindfulness in the workplace and how it can improve productivity and overall well-being. Shawnta also talks about her community, The Stillness Loop, and how it provides a safe space for individuals to connect and practice mindfulness together. Follow Shawnta’s journey on Instagram at @shawnta_the_speaker (https://www.instagram.com/shawnta_the_speaker) and on LinkedIn at ‘Shawnta Hooks’. Be sure to also check out her website - https://mindfulculturecreators.com – where you can learn more about her services and sign up for her newsletter. For those interested in joining The Stillness Loop community, you can find more information on Shawnta's website (Meditate with Me) or follow her on social media for updates on upcoming meditation sessions.

  3. 11/05/2023

    The Power of Movement: Lessons from 25K Steps

    Welcome to another episode of Real Conversations with Ynx. In this episode, I share my personal journey of taking on the challenge of walking 25K steps a day for 30 days. I discuss the physical and mental challenges I faced, as well as the lessons I learnt along the way. I discuss the benefits of walking, including weight loss, improved health and mental clarity. I also delve into the importance of setting achievable goals and the value of discipline in achieving them. Finally, I share tips and tricks for incorporating more walking into your daily routine, regardless of your fitness level. Join me as I reflect on my experience and share insights on how to make walking a part of your daily life.

  4. 10/22/2023

    Unlocking Your Purpose and Walking in Your True Calling with Lolade Pearse

    Welcome to another episode of Real Conversations with Ynx. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Lolade Pearse, fondly known as LP, who found her true calling and is living her authentic life to the fullest. LP is the founder of Bariety Club, a leisure syndicate that creates avant-garde events and experiences for individuals and groups, locally in Nigeria and globally. Her core values are based on trust and collaboration, and she has successfully made a major career switch from an educational background in Pharmaceutical Sciences to operating in the events and beverage industries. LP shares her journey of self-discovery, how she overcame the fear of judgment and criticism, and pursued her passions unapologetically and authentically. She talks about the importance of having a support system and community, and how she is able to surround herself with people who believed in her. But it wasn't all smooth sailing for LP. She also discusses the challenges she faced along the way and how she was able to overcome them. Her practical tips on how to identify your purpose and operate in your true calling are insightful and thought-provoking. LP emphasizes the importance of staying true to yourself and trusting your gut, even when it means taking risks. Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of LP and learn how you too can unlock your purpose and live your life unapologetically. Get ready to be motivated and inspired by this incredible woman who has shown that it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Silent Disco Instagram Business Page - @silentdiscolagos - https://instagram.com/silentdiscolagos?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Bariety Club Instagram Business Page - @barietytippleclub - https://instagram.com/barietytippleclub?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Lolade Pearse’s E-Book titled Back to One - https://www.bellanaija.com/2020/06/bn-prose-book-excerpt-back-to-one-by-lolade-pearse/ DJ SB - Instagram @djsbee - https://instagram.com/djsbee?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== DJ Lammy - Instagram @iamdjlammy - https://instagram.com/iamdjlammy?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Video of Talented Lady Beating the Talking Drum to Tems’ Song (Me & U) - https://x.com/damiadenuga/status/1715454075150430673?s=48 The Art of Gathering: 
How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker - https://www.priyaparker.com/book-art-of-gathering

  5. 10/15/2023

    How to Break the Imposter Cycle & Have a Limitless Mindset with Renee Maisonet

    What's stopping you from being all that you are and turning all your dreams into reality? A lot of us struggle with this and we often spend most of our time finding the answers. Today, I am excited to welcome to the podcast, Renee Maisonet, the Director of Development at Greening Youth Foundation, Founder of the BIPOC Collective Outdoor Guide, and Owner of the first African American Art Gallery in Wisconsin, amongst other accolades, who has explored the Okeefenokee Swamp and trekked the foreign land of Tanzania on Mount Kilimanjaro. We will explore Renee Maisonet's personal journey of perseverance, building confidence, and overcoming imposter syndrome. She also shares tips and strategies on how we can overcome imposter syndrome in our own lives, explore our many gifts, walk into rooms, learn to be experts, and live more confidently and intentionally. Her journey is a testament of the power of positive thinking and utterances, and having the right circle of people, to creating an environment that is conducive for growth and serves as a safe space for taking up room and making an impact in our world.

  6. 10/08/2023

    Healthy Habits for Life: Maintaining a Balanced Lifestyle with Boma Ekiyor

    This debut episode of season one of Real Conversations with Ynx podcast features a special guest and covers health and wellness, specifically eating healthy, exercise and self-care habits, how you cope with stress and balance work and personal life, and maintain a balanced lifestyle. I hope you enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on socials @realconvospod for pod related updates. Special Guest - Boma Ekiyor, Host of @sportsdevseries and Founder of @arewabaobab - www.arewabaobab.com and Youth Converts Foundation

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Welcome to our ‘Real Conversations’ podcast community where we explore impact-driven and self-improvement topics. You’ll hear from experts and thought leaders, who will share their personal experiences and perspectives, and provide you with valuable information that will inspire and inform you, as well as share tips, strategies, and resources that you can use to deepen your understanding and take action in your own life. Let’s go on this journey of growth, self-discovery and impacting our world, together.

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