In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, host Charisse M. Williams is joined by Alexzandra Strickland, a mind-body coach, yoga instructor, and energy practitioner who helps high achievers overcome stress through somatic techniques. Alexzandra, also known as Ally, shares her personal journey of battling chronic pain, advocating for her health, and discovering the profound connection between the mind and body.

Key topics discussed include:

• How stress and trauma are stored in the body, and how movement and somatics can release this energy.
• The benefits of breathwork and how conscious breathing can help calm the nervous system.
• How to listen to and honor the body’s signals to prevent chronic pain and stress.
• Tools like breathwork, yoga, and mindset shifts for managing stress, improving energy, and creating balance in life.

Whether you’re dealing with stress, chronic pain, or simply looking to deepen your mind-body connection, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tools for holistic well-being.

To learn more about Alexzandra Strickland and her work, visit The Embodied Ally or follow her on Instagram at @EmbodiedAlly.

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In this episode of Everyday Yellow™, host Charisse Williams is thrilled to welcome Sonya Tinsley Hook, an inspiring executive coach and human resources leader. Sonya brings her energy and passion for helping people discover their unique strengths and using them to shine in both personal and professional life. With a background that includes youth programs, community organizing, and talent development, Sonya's heart for empowering individuals truly shines through in this conversation.

Together, Charisse and Sonya dive into the magic of identifying and embracing your true strengths. They explore how aligning with what energizes you can lead to greater happiness, productivity, and a sense of fulfillment. Sonya also shares practical advice for finding and using your core strengths every day to bring more joy and balance into your life and work.

Key topics discussed include:

• The difference between strengths and competencies, and why discovering your true strengths is so exciting!
• How living in alignment with your strengths can supercharge your energy and productivity.
• The joy and impact of strengths-based coaching for personal and professional growth.
• Simple tips for spotting and using your core strengths to create more happiness in your day-to-day life.
• How your strengths can help you build positive relationships and find harmony between work and life.

If you’re ready to discover your inner strengths, boost your well-being, and bring more positivity into your life, this episode is packed with feel-good insights and helpful tips to get you started!

To learn more about Sonya Tinsley Hook and her incredible work, visit All Our Strengths or follow her on Instagram @SonyaTinsleyCoach.

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In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, host Charisse M. Williams sits down with Ebony Medina, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (ERYT-500), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) facilitator, and founder of the Ebony Yoga Foundation. Ebony shares her powerful journey from living with lupus, which left her bedridden, to regaining her health through the practices of yoga and Ayurveda. She also opens up about the life-changing support she received from her neighbor, who introduced her to Vedic teachings, and how this experience led her to dedicate her life to holistic wellness.

Key topics discussed include:

• How mindfulness, yoga, and Ayurveda helped Ebony regain her mobility and health after a life-altering autoimmune diagnosis.
• The importance of balance in the mind, body, and spirit through practices of Vedic medicine and mindfulness.
• Practical tools for managing physical and mental health, including grounding techniques, personalized nutrition, and sound healing.
• The mission of the Ebony Yoga Foundation to make yoga and mindfulness accessible to all, especially underrepresented communities.

Whether you're facing health challenges or simply interested in the healing power of ancient practices, this episode is filled with wisdom and actionable steps to cultivate balance and well-being.

To learn more about Ebony Medina and her work, visit Ebony Yoga Foundation or follow her on Instagram at @Ebony_Yogi.

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In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, host Charisse M. Williams sits down with Meagan Davies, an executive therapist and founder of Well Atlanta, to discuss the importance of mental health for high-achieving individuals. With over five years of experience in the counseling field, Meagan specializes in working with women who juggle multiple roles and responsibilities, including leadership, parenting, and volunteer work.

Meagan opens up about her own journey from nonprofit executive to therapist, revealing how her personal struggle with anxiety led her to pursue a career in mental health. The conversation delves into the rising awareness of mental health, the stigma that still exists, and practical tools for managing anxiety, imposter syndrome, and the pressures of leadership.

Key topics discussed include:

• The critical need to normalize conversations around mental health.
• The difference between situational and chronic mental health conditions.
• Grounding exercises and cognitive behavioral strategies to manage anxiety and intrusive thoughts.
• The importance of finding the right therapist and how to interview potential candidates.
• How imposter syndrome affects high-achieving women and ways to reframe negative thought patterns.

Whether you’re a leader struggling with stress, a professional dealing with imposter syndrome, or simply someone interested in improving your mental well-being, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.

To learn more about Meagan Davies and her work, visit Well Atlanta or follow her on Instagram at @MeaganDaviesCounselor.

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In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, host Charisse M. Williams sits down with Aisha Crumbine, a life and leadership coach who helps high-achieving individuals transition from mere success to a life filled with significance and fulfillment. Aisha’s unique approach focuses on doing what some find unfathomable: putting oneself first.

Together, Charisse and Aisha explore what it means to live a life of significance, moving beyond traditional definitions of success to find true purpose and meaning. Aisha shares her journey from striving for success in traditional roles to realizing the importance of personal significance and how she helps others forge their own paths.

They dive deep into topics like strengths-based leadership, the importance of offline retreats for clarity, and how to balance personal aspirations with family life. Aisha also opens up about her bold decision to move abroad with her family to Lisbon, Portugal, and how this significant life change aligns with her vision for a meaningful life.

Throughout the conversation, Aisha offers actionable advice on how to slow down, reflect, and realign with what truly matters. Her insights are sure to inspire anyone looking to live a more intentional and significant life.

Tune in to discover how you can start living a life of significance today!

If you’re eager to learn more about Aisha and her impactful work, click here to visit her website. You can also connect with her on LinkedIn for more insights and updates. And don’t miss out on Aisha’s transformative retreats—click here to explore these unique opportunities!

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In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, our host Charisse M. Williams chats with Pam Covarrubias, a coach, clinical EFT practitioner, speaker, and podcaster known for her work in supporting first-generation women and femmes in the U.S. Together, they explore the importance of owning your voice, standing in your power, and rejecting cultural narratives that silence and limit us.

Pam dives deep into the concept of "calladita culture," a societal norm rooted in traditional gender roles and the silencing of women's voices. She shares her own journey of overcoming these cultural limitations, discussing how they manifest in personal and professional spaces, and offers powerful insights on how to break free from these constraints.

The conversation also touches on Pam's unique approach to coaching, which includes inner child work, nervous system regulation, and emotional freedom techniques (EFT). She provides practical tools for listeners to regulate their nervous systems, reclaim their voices, and step into their full power.

Tune in for an enlightening and empowering episode that will inspire you to challenge the cultural narratives that hold you back and embrace your authentic self.

If you're excited to learn more about Pam and her transformative work, click here. You can also follow her on social media for updates and insights on Instagram and LinkedIn. And don’t miss out on her podcast Café Con Pam for more candid conversations and valuable resources.

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In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, our host Charisse M. Williams chats with Noelle Cordeaux, a PCC-level coach and strategist with a background in sexuality studies. Together, they dive into the world of coaching, positive psychology, and what it means to truly flourish.

Noelle breaks down some key ideas like flourishing, well-being, toxic positivity, and narrative psychology in a way that's easy to understand. She also opens up about her own journey into coaching, emphasizing how crucial positive relationships, finding meaning, and practicing self-compassion are for our well-being. Noelle also shares practical tips for boosting your well-being, like setting intentions, enjoying small moments of connection, and incorporating movement into your day.

Tune in for an insightful and heartwarming episode that’s sure to leave you feeling inspired!

If you're excited to learn more about Noelle and her amazing work at Lumia Coaching, click here. You can also follow them on social media for inspiring updates and insights on Instagram and LinkedIn. And don't miss out on Lumia’s signature coaching program – click here to discover more about this amazing program!

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Resources mentioned in the episode

Lumia Bold Life Coaching Training Program: Lumia Coaching offers evidence-based training that equips you to become a certified life coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the gold standard in coaching. Whether you're looking to work with executives, teach, or coach teams, an ICF credential can help you stand out. Learn more about Lumia Coaching here.

In this episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, Charisse M. Williams has a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Terence Lester, a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization raising awareness about poverty and homelessness. Dr. Lester shares his journey from experiencing homelessness himself to becoming a passionate advocate for the unhoused.

Dr. Lester discusses the importance of inner work, the power of community, and the role of vulnerability in personal growth. He also talks about his new children's book, Zion Learns to See: Opening Our Eyes to Homelessness, co-authored with his daughter to educate children on compassion and understanding.

Tune in to hear how Dr. Lester’s commitment to his purpose and his advocacy for the unhoused community can inspire you to live a life of meaning and impact.

If you’re interested in learning more about Dr. Lester's work, visit his website here or follow him on social media. You can also explore his books and other resources by visiting his website.

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