Episodes

The essence of Christmas—gratitude, connection, and kindness—has the power to transform your life when embraced year-round. In this heartfelt episode, we explore how to hold onto the magic of Christmas well beyond the holiday season.You don't have to let the joy of Christmas fade with the packing away of the decorations and the twinkling lights. In fact, it is important to keep the spirit of Christmas alive beyond December. PK offers three ways in which you can do this while transforming your life and the lives of others.Take a listen.And while you’re at it, don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you: Do they make you feel more loving toward you…

Have you ever had so many things going wrong in your life at the same time that it made you feel like there was nothing left to be grateful for? Well, I’m sure you’re not alone. We’ve all been there at one time or another, which is why it’s so important to learn how to start building a gratitude mindset. What’s a gratitude mindset? It is a state of mind that allows you to focus on being thankful for what you have instead of dwelling on what’s missing. It’s about focusing on the many things t...

Have you ever been in a situation where you were pulled in so many directions that you began  to feel as though you were burned to a crisp?  That’s the situation in which  neonatologist Susan Landers Berry, M.D. found herself after years of being in a high-pressure job while trying to balance her career with her family and home life.  Unfortunately, She found that she couldn’t handle it on her own.   Take a listen. You may hear your own story in hers, and you may be able to  benefit from the strategies she used to find herself and get her life back on track.If you’ve been inspired and encouraged by the positive messages of this show, please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple podcast.   And remember sharing is caring, so don’t forget to share these gems with friends and family, strangers too if you like.  Let them  know it’s  available wherever THEY listen to their  podcasts.  I’m counting  on you to share the love.

The holidays are notorious for creating stress, as people try to manage their usual activities with the increased tasks that go along with celebrating the holidays, such as shopping for perfect gifts and making plans to entertain family.  If you add being a perfectionist to the mix then you’ve got the perfect recipe for a stressful holiday.   Additionally, when  you consider that according to the American Psychological Association, more women on average say they feel more stressed than men, you may want to pay attention to those things that are creating stress for you and make the necessary adjustments.In this episode, PK shares five suggestions for eliminating stress from your holidays and replacing it with fun instead.  Take a listen.

For many women, loving themselves first does not come naturally. In fact, many women have to learn to love themselves because they have been socialized to believe that putting their own needs first is a selfish act. As a result, many women put everyone’s needs before they own, always talking about their dreams and desires in the future saying thighs like, “When the kids get older:” “When I get that promotion that I‘ve been working so hard for.” “When I have the time.” “That’s when I will travel, or follow my passion, or start that nonprofit organization.” The irony is that oftentimes, a life-altering medical diagnosis, like cancer, is often the catalyst that can throw them headlong into living the lives they had been planning for, as they face their own mortality. In this episode Iselyn Hamilton Austin shares how her breast cancer diagnosis taught her to make herself not just “a” priority, but “the” priority! Iselyn describes her cancer diagnosis as “...like joining a sor…

Have you ever been in a situation in which you find yourself procrastinating, going around in circles, unable to accomplish what you have in mind, literally feeling stuck with no clear way out?In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Becca Ribbing, author of The Clarity Journal  and a Career Coach shares many nuggets about the dangers of staying stuck for too long, and how it can become a self-fulfilling prophecy that prevents you from getting the momentum to break through to the next step.You'll want to listen to this episode to hear our conversation on a variety of topics, including the impact of growing up with hippies, Becca's own parenting styles, the importance of breaking rules we subconsciously take on from friends and family, the importance of giving yourself permission when you want to take control of your life, and how journaling can help you gain clarity. Let's jump right in so you can start learn from what Becca has to share.

Do you have stories inside of you that you would love to share as part of your legacy  but  no one has heard them because you don’t think of yourself as a writer?  What would you say if I told you that by starting a journaling practice a few times a week you can learn to express yourself authentically, which can  transform not only your own life but  the lives of others?Well, you’ll want to listen to this episode  in which  Nkem Chukwumerije, writer and writing coach, takes you on her journey from her start in the fashion industry through her transformative process  of becoming a full-fledged writer.  Nkem also shares her passion for helping others go inside so they can not only learn more about themselves but help to transform the lives of others through their stories.

As humans, we all have a habit of collecting and accumulating clutter. Often, our cupboards are full of gadgets and accessories we don’t use anymore, and our closets are filled with items of clothing that either don’t fit anymore or no longer bring us joy when we see ourselves in them.  Yet, we hang on to these items creating clutter that can cause our stress levels to go up, prevent us from being productive, and steal time from us while we hunt for things that are lost in the clutter.  In this episode Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) talks with Dana Laquidara about the importance of decluttering your environment  in order to bring more peace and calm into your life.  You'll want to hear this episode with Dana Laquidara in which you’re sure to gain some tips that you can use to start on your decluttering journey.

Let’s face it, being promoted to a supervisory position can be both exciting and daunting. On the one hand, you feel excited about having been recognized for your experience and expertise, on the other, you can have fears about leading others in a way that will optimize their talents to advance the company’s interests. Terry says that can be a real challenge for new supervisors. This is why seeking help from a professional coach can make the process faster and get you to your goals sooner. In...

Have you ever been in a situation where you feel deep in your heart that the life you're living is not the life you were meant to live? Well, that's where Avalaura Gaither found herself, in spite of the fact that she worked tirelessly in her dream profession, had a great income, drove a nice car and had a great family. So why did she find herself in an emotional heap on the floor crying out to God for help? You'll want to listen to this episode to hear how Avalaura overcame her circumstances...

Getting a divorce can take a toll on your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health leaving you feeling broken and burnt out. The good news is that you can rebound from a life challenge such as this and start thriving again. In today’s episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Kelly Foster discusses her road back to finding herself and living in her purpose. One, of many, important points that Kelly makes is about the importance of looking inside yourself, first, when you're on the p...

In this episode, Robin Tillotson explores the challenges and triumphs of black women, over 50, who have put themselves on the back burner while attending to the needs of their families. For many of these women international travel with her company is their starting point for putting themselves first without feeling guilty. Robin is an avid traveler and the Chief Cultural Officer for This I do for me: Women Over 50, Black and Fabulous. Robin is also a self-proclaimed “activist for joyful aging.”...

Part of a larger Divine plan is how you sometimes come to view your life, If you’ve lived long enough. You also realize that life sometimes takes us on unpredictable journeys, that may initially make our heads spin, but once we get over the initial shock of the experience, and we take some time to reflect, we may realize that things that happen are not just coincidences. That was the experience of Rochel Marie Lawson in her journey to what she calls blissful living. In this episode, Rochel Ma...

Happy Summer everyone! Please make some time to decompress, soak up some rays and relax your mind, body and spirit. It’s so important to recharge so you're not running on empty. Take that salsa class, learn to swim if you don’t know how to, travel as far as you’re comfortable going, buy a guitar or a keyboard and get a tutor, start writing your memoir, try some new recipes, you get the idea… Just do some things that are different this summer. To allow us to recharge on our end, we’ll be publ...

It's true that Mother's Day is a day when women are the focus of their family's affection and adoration, but sadly, this attention may not extend beyond the day or to the same degree. That's why you need to enjoy the day, but remember that it is still your responsibility to keep yourself front and center when the day is over. Think about it. What would your life be like if you stopped taking care of everyone else's needs first, and instead, made your own needs your first priority.? Would yo...

As humans, we all have a habit of collecting and accumulating clutter. Often, our cupboards are full of gadgets and accessories we don’t use anymore, and our closets are filled with items of clothing that either don’t fit anymore or no longer bring us joy when we see ourselves in them. Yet, we hang on to these items creating clutter that can cause our stress levels to go up, prevent us from being productive, and steal time from us while we hunt for things that are lost in the clutter. In this ...

Brilliance without Resilience Won’t get you Very far: 8 Tips for Building Your Resilience Whether at home or abroad, women are being called on to be more resilient. Nowhere is this more evident than in Ukraine where women are being forced to take on full responsibility for taking care of their children and other family members some of whom may be elderly and or disabled. In this episode, PK shares 8 strategies that can help you to be more resilient as you face challenges in your own life. Acc...

For many people, the start of spring signals new life, new beginnings and opportunities to enjoy the extra hours of daylight. It’s a time when you start to think about cleaning out closets, and cupboards and any other parts of your home that became cutterd during the winter months. Some of you may even be picking up swatches of paint as you think about redecorating one or several rooms. In this episode, PK urges listeners to give not only their surroundings but themselves, a spring touch-up....

Happy international Women’s Day! And Happy Women’s History Month! This time of year is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions women have made to the culture, history and society of the United States, as well as their contributions to the world-at-large. But have you stopped to think about what it takes to fulfill these roles effectively? When you look at your own life, do you find that you are putting yourself on the back burner in order to meet the needs of all those who are depending ...

Are you tired of making everyone else a priority? Are you looking for ways to add some excitement and meaning to your life? Then you'll want to hear from Robin Tillotson, an avid traveler and the Chief Cultural Officer for This I do for me : Women Over 50, Black and Fabulous. Robin is also a self-proclaimed “activist for joyful aging.” In this episode, Robin explores the challenges and triumphs of black women, over 50, who have put themselves on the back burner while attending to the needs of th...

Did you know that even though you Gen Xers are by nature self-sufficient, resourceful, flexible, and highly-educated, to name just a few of your admirable characteristics, you still worry about debt, paying your mortgages, student loans for you and your children and credit card interest. In short you are stressed about your finances, and not having enough emergency funds on hand, what your retirement will look like, and whether Social Security will still exist. In this episode, PK shares wh...

If you've ever asked yourself, "What's my purpose?" It's because you were in the space of assessing your spiritual wellbeing, which is less about your religious affiliation and and more about your personal values, your beliefs and your search for meaning and purpose in life. In this episode, PK shares the connection between your spiritual wellness and your physical, mental and emotional wellness, and it's not about your religious affiliation. You'll want to listen to this episode so you c...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’re working so hard you feel sleep deprived more often than you feel rested, or you’re working so hard that you forget to eat or you ignore important household chores, like paying your bills or doing laundry until you have nothing clean to wear, and for those of you with children, you are unable to make time for your children’s extra curricular or even their activities at home? These are all indications that you need to find a work life bala...

How are you celebrating this Valentine’s day? Is it with a loving partner, girlfriends, your family or are you alone? Whatever situation you find yourself in, it is important to take some time to focus on your emotional health today! In this episode, PK provides Reason # 4 for why she thinks Cupid should really be working harder today, since many of you are going to experience a rollercoaster of emotions depending on the outcome of the day. In her book, The Gifts of Imperfection Brene Brow...