The Hearts Hello

Keona T. Ellerbe
  • 4.8 (5)
  • MENTAL HEALTH

Welcome to The Hearts Hello, where we believe our hearts are the foundation of our well-being and happiness. Our hearts hold the key to unlocking a life of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment, as they are the very essence of our being. We aim to uncover the secrets of a heart-centered life through authentic conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice. We discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and self-awareness in developing a healthy and vibrant heart. Additionally, we explore the role of vulnerability, empathy, and connection in building meaningful relationships and positively impacting the world. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and transformation as we awaken the heart and rediscover what truly matters. We'll use personal experiences and expert insights to explore the vital role of emotional and mental well-being in caring for our souls. Together, let's create a world where the heart is at the center of everything we do and where love, empathy, and kindness are the guiding principles. Let's learn to listen to our hearts, honor their voice, and live a life that aligns with our deepest values and aspirations. When the heart matters, everything else falls into place.

  1. 4D AGO

    What You Don’t Water Doesn’t Grow: Closing 2025 With Intention, Growth, and Clarity

    Year-end lists are tempting, but here’s a different move: pause long enough to notice what stopped getting care. We look at growth through a simple lens—water, soil, and sunlight—and use it to separate effort that feels productive from effort that actually works. No cliches, no pressure to fix everything by midnight, just honest steps that help your dreams, relationships, and peace come back to life. I share what this year taught me about putting in the hours, naming fear and shame without letting them steer, and choosing intention over urgent noise. We explore why watering alone isn’t enough if the soil—your environment, beliefs, routines, and community—is draining the roots. You’ll hear how to spot when a goal needs new ground instead of more grind, and why letting light in—truth, exposure, and alignment—can unlock stalled progress. From neglected friendships to quiet ambitions you wrote down years ago, we unpack how small, steady care outperforms grand resolutions. You’ll leave with three grounding questions to carry into the new year: What have I stopped watering? What soil am I planting in? What needs more light? Then we make it doable: pick one area, take one honest action, and let consistency do what willpower alone can’t. If you’re ready to grow in a way that lasts, this conversation gives you language, steps, and permission to start small and stay true. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a gentle reset, and leave a quick review so more people can find these conversations. Tell me: what are you choosing to water next?

    17 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    God Is A Girl Dad: Discernment, Clarity, and the Courage to Speak

    The quietest truth can change your whole life, especially when it shows up as a steady knowing rather than a loud sign. We open with a breath, then get honest about what discernment really feels like, how it sounds, and why fear often gets noisier right when clarity lands. If you’ve ever waited for “one more sign,” over-prayed to avoid tough moves, or softened your truth to keep the peace, this conversation gives language, structure, and comfort for the next right step. We unpack the difference between anxious spirals and genuine discernment, and we explore the body’s role as an early warning system—tight shoulders, frozen energy, a sudden loss of tolerance for what once felt fine. From a faith-forward lens, we talk about God’s covering as a protective father who prepares us before we speak, reminding us that clarity doesn’t arrive to expose us but to equip us. That shift lets us act without performance or panic, trusting that we’re not walking alone. Then we move from knowing to doing. You’ll learn four grounded practices to act without drama: don’t rush the delivery, speak truth without long justification, expect disruption that leads to real peace, and let courage be calm. We close with piercing reflection questions to break the loop of hesitation, helping you decide whether you’re protecting your peace or simply avoiding discomfort. If your spirit has been whispering “this isn’t it anymore,” this is your nudge to honor what you know with quiet, steady action. If you felt the pull, reach out about our four-week pilot, Declare It and It Shall Be So, designed for small, intentional groups ready to pair clarity with movement. If this resonates, follow, share with a friend, and leave a review to help more listeners find their courage.

    17 min

  3. 12/16/2025

    Grieving The Year You Expected

    The mic failed, the plan shifted, and what emerged was the conversation many of us needed: how to grieve the year we thought we’d have without losing the hope we still carry. We name the quiet disappointments that rarely get a ceremony—missed timelines, tired hearts, stretched boundaries—and we talk about why skipping straight to “the lesson” often leaves a heavy residue that shows up later in our bodies, our relationships, and our ability to rest. I share candidly about a stretch of years that felt weighty, the perseverance that kept me moving, and the emotional tax of pushing through without refilling the well. From there, we map the terrain of hidden grief: the loss of expectations, the ache of timing, the fatigue of constant growth, and the sting of outgrowing people and places that once fit. If your hope feels quieter these days, you’re not broken—you’re likely carrying more than you realize. Together we practice a gentler path forward. We separate timing from meaning—delay is not denial, quiet is not absence, unfinished is not wasted. We honor what actually grew this year: discernment, boundaries, self-trust, resilience. And we close with simple language you can borrow to release pressure and make space for what’s next: I release the version of this year I expected. I honor the lessons and the losses. I make room for what is still unfolding. If you’re craving relief, clarity, or just a place to set the weight down, this conversation offers both language and calm. Listen, breathe, and then tell me what you’re releasing as you step into a more aligned season. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help others find these words.

    18 min

  4. 12/09/2025

    Engage Early, Guard Your Peace, Shape Your Future

    What if the chaos you keep “handling” is actually a set of early signals you’ve been trained to ignore? We pull back the curtain on a simple but powerful shift: teach your hands to war by engaging early, balancing offense and defense, and moving with emotional maturity. This is not about fighting people or living on high alert. It’s about learning to spot the whisper before life starts shouting. We walk through seven arenas where small, honest actions prevent big, avoidable messes. In your inner world, we talk naming feelings without judgment and taking one restorative step instead of powering through. In relationships, we dig into patterns—overgiving, short replies, emotional mismatches—and how to set clean boundaries, ask direct questions, and prioritize consistency over potential. With money, we get real about emotional overspending and avoidance, then replace shame with weekly reviews, protective limits, and one aligned decision at a time. Purpose and calling come into focus through micro moves that give God something to bless—tiny tests, conversations, and reps that build clarity and courage. We confront family and generational cycles by healing out loud, creating new traditions, and practicing intentional parenting. Spiritually, we address drift with simple daily practices that restore peace and presence. And for physical health, we highlight the body’s alerts—fatigue, pain, poor sleep—and what it means to rest first, move regularly, and book the checkup you’ve delayed. By the end, you’ll have a practical lens and a short list of moves you can make today. Pick one area, take the next right step, and let repetition build strength. Subscribe, share this with someone you love, and leave a review to help more listeners learn how to engage early and protect what matters most. What’s the first small move you’re making today?

    23 min

  5. 12/03/2025

    The Nesting Before the Becoming

    You know that sudden urge to clean, organize, and go quiet—not from stress, but from a steady, certain pull to make room? That’s the heart of today’s conversation: nesting as spiritual preparation for the season you can feel but can’t yet see. I share how a late release and an unexpected wave of productivity signaled alignment, not urgency, and why the most important shifts begin with small, honest choices that honor your capacity. We unpack the difference between producing and becoming, and why the most significant births in our lives aren’t always launches or new projects. Sometimes the assignment is a clearer voice, deeper boundaries, a restored emotional capacity, or a truer relationship with God. I walk through the discomfort that comes before expansion—outgrowing rooms, losing appetite for draining conversations, craving peace over noise—and how that discomfort is a form of positioning. Before elevation comes order. Before visibility comes foundation. The nesting urge is an invitation to steward what you’ve been praying for. I also offer a set of reflection questions to help you clear emotional clutter and create space for overflow: what to put away gently, what to throw away boldly, what you’re done explaining and carrying, and which version of you needs to be retired. We close with a series of declarations over love that chooses you, peace that anchors you, and work that matches your preparation—plus a reminder that you are not preparing for scraps. You’re preparing for timing, alignment, and the long-awaited turn of good news. If this resonates, share it with a friend who’s been quietly reorganizing their life, and subscribe so you don’t miss the next step in this journey.

    17 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    Run Your Race: Why You’re Not Late, You’re Right on Time

    The stadium is quiet. No scoreboard, no stopwatch—just you, laced up, staring down a lane that finally feels like yours. That’s where we begin: a fired-up, no-applause-needed season where the goal isn’t to perform for the crowd but to become who you were built to be. We use the track as our mirror, trading comparison and timelines for alignment, pace, and a deep, honest gear that shows up when you think you’re out of breath. We talk about what it means to stop measuring your worth with someone else’s paper and how to handle pressure when it arrives as expectation, not comfort. Pressure can be holy: it remembers your capacity and calls it forward. You’ll hear simple cues to pick a lane and stay in it, guard your focus, and stop drifting toward what everyone else is doing. We ask the questions that reset direction—What race have you avoided because you think you’re late? What lane did you abandon? Where are you still performing instead of becoming?—and we turn those answers into practical momentum. Along the way, we reframe the finish line as feedback, not judgment. Sometimes confirmation is a person, an open door, or just a quiet knowing that says this was your best yet. And when that second wind hits, you won’t run to the finish—you’ll run through it, carrying confidence into the next lap of your growth. If you’re ready to claim a season that is personal, to shift from audience validation to purposeful alignment, and to unlock the gear that’s already in you, you’re in the right place. Press play, commit to your lane, and let’s go together. If this moved you, subscribe, share it with a friend who’s questioning their timing, and leave a review to help more runners find their lane.

    18 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    There’s Still Time On The Clock: A Visualization Of Who You’re Becoming

    The calendar may be closing, but your window is wide open. If the year felt like a tug-of-war between hope and hesitation, this conversation offers a grounded path forward: see the person you’re becoming and make one decision that moves you toward her today. We start by naming the cravings that surface when the noise quiets—direction that isn’t performative, alignment that brings peace, and momentum that can be slow yet real. From there, we guide a vivid visualization: a hallway, a door with your name on it, and the version of you already living with clarity, confidence, and courage. She isn’t a fantasy; she’s your potential, shaped by every hard day you’ve already survived. Once you’ve seen her, we bridge the gap with practical steps. You don’t need a new year; you need a new decision. That might look like finishing an application, starting an outline, making a phone call, submitting an idea, joining a program, cleaning the space that’s blocking your focus, or taking the first step in healing. The goal isn’t to do everything. It’s to do the right one thing, consistently. We reframe alignment as maintenance—choosing again, returning to your truth, and being honest about where you are while staying bold about where you’re going. Small steps over the final 48 days can create outsized shifts in the first stretch of the new year. We keep the tone warm and steady, trading hype for hope that feels practical. You’ll leave with a clear image of your next-season self, a simple way to act on it, and a reminder that your story can pivot in a single choice. If this resonated, share it with someone who needs a nudge, hit follow so you don’t miss what comes next, and leave a quick review to tell us the one decision you’re making today. Your future self is already grateful.

    13 min

  8. 11/11/2025

    You’ve Been Giving Your Power Away — Here’s How to Take It Back

    A quiet conviction can change an entire day. We start with that gritty, 5 a.m. honesty—the rush of thoughts, the sense that too many tabs are open—and follow it into a practical map for taking back what we’ve been handing out without noticing: our peace, our voice, our time, our energy, our joy, and even our identity. Along the way, we talk about the difference between control and alignment, why saying yes while your spirit says no is a slow leak, and how to move from surviving to thriving with small, repeatable choices. I share the exact questions I ask when I feel drained—Who am I seeking validation from? Which conversations shrink me? Where am I over-explaining just to be understood?—and the everyday habits that close those leaks. You’ll hear simple scripts for protecting your peace, how to audit your yes, what it means to treat your voice as a contribution, and why curating your inputs may be the most loving boundary you set this week. We also get honest about identity beyond titles and roles, and we anchor it all with a practice most of us skip: self-forgiveness. No grand gestures, no revenge arcs—just steady, aligned authority. If you’ve felt scattered, stuck, or small, this conversation offers language and tools to reclaim your center. Bring a notebook, pause before you respond, and reintroduce yourself to the person you are when nobody is watching. If this spoke to you, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a gentle push, and leave a quick review to help more people find this space. What are you ready to reclaim today?

    21 min
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4.8
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About

Welcome to The Hearts Hello, where we believe our hearts are the foundation of our well-being and happiness. Our hearts hold the key to unlocking a life of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment, as they are the very essence of our being. We aim to uncover the secrets of a heart-centered life through authentic conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice. We discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and self-awareness in developing a healthy and vibrant heart. Additionally, we explore the role of vulnerability, empathy, and connection in building meaningful relationships and positively impacting the world. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and transformation as we awaken the heart and rediscover what truly matters. We'll use personal experiences and expert insights to explore the vital role of emotional and mental well-being in caring for our souls. Together, let's create a world where the heart is at the center of everything we do and where love, empathy, and kindness are the guiding principles. Let's learn to listen to our hearts, honor their voice, and live a life that aligns with our deepest values and aspirations. When the heart matters, everything else falls into place.

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  • Creator
    Keona T. Ellerbe
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Hearts Hello
  • Show Website
    The Hearts Hello