Episode 174: In this week's episode, I sit down to talk to Mental Health Counselor and Editor-in-Chief of Chasing Clarity Magazine, Jojo Venant. She employs a relational and holistic approach in counseling. With over a decade of bilingual counseling experience, she cultivates a space for clients to feel known, seen and understood. She specializes in diverse areas including meaning and shame, life transitions, relationships, dating and breakups, grief, body image, pre/post bariatric, ACOA,...

Episode 173: In this week's episode, Jessica Lewis’s story is a powerful testament to resilience and the transformative power of faith. By sharing her journey of being married to a drug addict, Jessica not only sheds light on the struggles she faced but also aims to empower others who may be dealing with similar challenges.  As a licensed athletic trainer with experience in various settings, Jessica brings a unique perspective to her ministry work. Her background in health and sports, coupled...

Episode 172: In this week's episode, I share a part 2 about Trauma bonds, how they affect your mental health and relationships with others. Episodes: Are you dating a Narcissist? With Dr.Z https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-marks/id1518278906?i=1000550279996 Are you in a Toxic relationship? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-marks/id1518278906?i=1000539026070 On and off relationships: how to get...

Episode 171: In this week's episode, I share for the first time about my emotionally abusive relationship with a Covert Narcissist, I talk about what a trauma bond is, what it feels like and the signs of when you need to get out. I share my perspective and encouragement of if you or someone you know is in the relationship and things that helped in my healing journey to not go back. Episodes: Are you dating a Narcissist? With...

Episode 170: In this week's episode, I sit down to talk to Mental Health Counselor and Editor-in-Chief of Chasing Clarity Magazine, Jojo Venant. She employs a relational and holistic approach in counseling. With over a decade of bilingual counseling experience, she cultivates a space for clients to feel known, seen and understood. She specializes in diverse areas including meaning and shame, life transitions, relationships, dating and breakups, grief, body image, pre/post bariatric, ACOA,...

Episode 169: In this week's episode, I sit down to talk to Maria Mercedes Blandon, Co-Owner of Stemma Craft Coffee in Downtown Orlando. She shares her story of loss, grief and   how the painful moments in her life led her to continue her husbands legacy. She began her journey in the industry hand in hand with her beloved husband, Alvaro Blandon. His love and devotion for coffee immediately captivated her. Together they traveled and discovered all the wonders behind the small roasted seeds....

Episode 168: In this week's episode, Melissa Bautista is the founder of MELA VIE, a lifestyle and wellness brand dedicated to empowering women through mindset and movement resources towards intentional living and cultivating a body that feels like home. After spending years wallowing in body shame, Melissa finally said enough is enough. She did the inner work needed to reverse the years of negative self-talk and build within herself a foundation of love and self-acceptance. A foundation where...

Episode 167: In this week's episode, I share a lesson I am learning on self-reliance, burnout, hustle culture, and what God calls us to do and partners with us in our dreams. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast Thank you to our sponsor Florida Business Services If you need an accountant,...

Episode 166: In this week's episode, Carlos and Carolina Flores founders of Hi Hello Labs share their story of navigating marriage, and parenthood, working together through challenges, and the beauty of having your person to do life with.  They share their insights on modern marriage and how you both are CoCalled. This video and audio are created at Hi Hello Labs in Downtown Orlando https://www.hihellolabs.com CoCalled...

Episode 165: In this week's episode we talk about how we idolize social media and its trends for relationships. I share my unpopular opinion Stay At Home Girlfriends, Toxic Masculinity & Social Media Trends. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast Thank you to our sponsor Florida...

Episode 164: In this week's episode we talk about how to navigate loneliness and those emotions that come up during the week of love, what has helped me, and how to celebrate this month.   Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast Thank you to our sponsor Florida Business Services If you need...

Episode 163: Friendship Expert Danielle Bayard Jackson is a female friendship coach and educator who speaks nationally about the science of women’s platonic connections. Her coaching business, Friend Forward, teaches women how to create and maintain better female friendships. We talk about all things friendship and answer the audience's questions about jealousy, one-sided, friendship breakups, and how to cultivate deeper friendships. Connect with...

Episode 162: After a two-month break, Beauty Marks Podcast is back! I'm excited to talk about what's been going on the past few months, lessons I learned in 2023 and what are the ins and outs for 2024.  Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast She Cultivates Orlando Buy Your Tickets...

Episode 161: This week besties of 18 years, Daniella & Alex are guests on the podcast and share their journey of navigating their friendship in adulthood, as life changes and the joys of friendships. Follow The Soul Sisters Pod https://www.instagram.com/thesoulsisterspod/ https://youtube.com/@TheSoulSistersPod?si=9geHpAOCEcPDECln Thank you for today's sponsor: Sunchips https://www.sunchips.com/products/sunchips-chili-lime Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get...

Episode 160: This week is a solo episode, sharing on how we are taking a break on the podcast. The top 3 episodes of 2023 so far and answering a few questions about dating, friendships and challenges this year. Top episodes of 2023 My childhood trauma story https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-marks/id1518278906?i=1000610435824 getting out of my comfort zone https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-marks/id1518278906?i=1000591955386 traditional vs modern marriages...

Episode 159: This week is a solo episode, sharing why I am taking a break, updating you on how the last few weeks are going and what I am doing to rest as a type A person. Amazon list: https://www.amazon.com/shop/elizabethsabby She Cultivates Orlando www.shecultivatesorl.com https://www.instagram.com/shecultivatesorl/ Follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/elizabethsabby/ Send a question or topic to show: https://beautymarkspodcast.com/participate Support the...

Episode 158: Brittni is a wife, mother, pastor, evangelist, author, and passionate advocate for women involved in the sex industry. Brittni didn't always lead a life in ministry. She was once named one of the world's most famous porn stars. At the pinnacle of her career in the adult entertainment industry, she had acquired fame, money, and success by having landed over 250+ roles in film. However, the prominent memories she recalls during this time were the deepest, darkest days of despair,...

Episode 157: Maria Fernandez is a Mental Health Counselor who has used her story to connect and help others in their journey of healing. She works with couples, singles and is Trauma Informed. On this episode, Maria shares advice on a Q&A round about imposter syndrome, not feeling good enough and more. She talks about what makes a marriage last, how to cultivate a healthy marriage and she also shares her journey of divorce and how someone can walk through that grieving process. ...

Episode 156: Maria Fernandez is a Mental Health Counselor who has used her story to connect and help others in their journey of healing. She works with couples, singles and is Trauma Informed. On this episode, Maria shares dating tips for 2023, what to look for and questions to ask. We also talk about what to healthy green flags look like and what you can do in preparation for a relationship. References: Gottman Relationships Institute https://www.gottman.com/5-days-of-dating-advice/ 7...

Episode 155: This week I share a few lessons learned this past month and how I am getting ready for the Fall season. Amazon list: https://www.amazon.com/shop/elizabethsabby Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast She Cultivates...

Episode 154: On this weeks episode, I talk about part of my mental health journey I haven't shared. I share about the investment i have made in therapy over the years and the lessons I have learned. I shared what books I read, lessons learned and more. Mental Health Day is October 10th: Good mental health is vital to our overall health and well-being. Yet one in eight people globally are living with mental health conditions, which can impact their physical health, their well-being, how they...

Episode 153: On this weeks episode, I go over our She Cultivates panel event, the feedback, lessons and how to cultivate your community. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast She Cultivates Orlando www.shecultivatesorl.com https://www.instagram.com/shecultivatesorl/ Follow me on social...

Episode 152: I sat down with Stephanie and Jun Marcelin to talk about navigating healing, parenthood, postpartum depression and more. Thank you BetterHelp for sponsoring today's episode. Get started today with BetterHelp online therapy and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “beautymarkspodcast" will be automatically applied. www.betterhelp.com/beautymarkspodcast Connect with Steph and Jun...

Episode 151: This week episode I have latina entrepreneur owner of Bold Marketing and Hablamos Spanglish podcast host, Ana Carolina Salazar.  Ana Carolina is a highly passionate and driven individual who finds joy and purpose in helping others. Her love for volunteering and her commitment to making a difference in people's lives has led her to be involved in various community projects and initiatives. Despite also managing her own business, Ana understands the power of collaboration and...