Never in a million years did I ever think I would take a seven-month break from the podcast. But chilleee, once I found out I was pregnant it was a wrap. 🥴 Ya girl was exhausted beyond belief and desperately needed a little time off just to get used to growing a whole human in my nether regions.  Being the overachiever, type-A, #GoalGetter that I am, I thought I could be pregnant and still operate at the same capacity I was moving and shaking at before I found out I was having a baby. And boy...

When Starbucks messes up your order, do you go back to the store to let them know and ask for what you actually ordered? How about when your boss assigns you yet another project on top of all your other work because they know you're always reliable? Do you speak up for yourself and say "Hey, I'm a bit overwhelmed is there a way I can get some more support?" Or do you just smile, nod, and do the work? What do you do when you start to notice that you've been doing way more housework than your...

What do you do when you're worn the hell out? Do you go sit down somewhere so you can get some rest? Or are you like the rest of us? You know-- the chronically overwhelmed bunch that constantly ignores how we're feeling so that we can slap on a smile, and try to be strong all while wearily saying "I got this"?  If this sounds familiar, then it might be time to ditch the to-do list and honor your bandwidth. In today's episode, we're answering one huge question--"do I have the mental, physical...

Picture this--You're at your desk getting hella work done. Your coffee is strong, you have some lo-fi beats playing in the background and your favorite candle is quietly flickering. You're operating in your zone of genius and you love it. As you're busy doing your thang, a thought pops up in your head--"shouldn't I be documenting this for Instagram? You kinda dismiss the thought because you're focused and enjoying the work. But the thought pops up again--Shouldn't I stop and create a Reel...

So you have this big idea... To open a cafeLaunch a podcastWrite a bookStart a businessGo back to schoolAnd you're probably thinking... "This is it! This is my one chance to get it right/ make a million bucks/ revamp my career/ have my big break/ be successful/ etc." Now I get it-- your goals are big, and the stakes to make them happen are even bigger. So it's only natural that you want this leap of faith to be an instant success.  When you launch, you want to reach a legion of fans.When you...

The day is winding down and now it's finally time to get ready for bed. You're trying your hardest to relax but you can't because everything that popped off earlier today won't let you. You're worried about: the bills that went unpaidstressed about the hours that were cut at workoverwhelmed with the unfair pressure your boss keeps putting on youwhether or not you're a good parent because you cussed the kids out earlierscared because business isn't booming like it used to I don't know why but...

Nobody likes to be disappointed but unfortunately, it's a part of the game of life. So how do you deal with it? How do you bounce back after things don’t work out the way you expect them to? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to keep moving forward after facing a setback. The Morning Jumpstart | Show Notes + Transcripts |  Instagram | Contact  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/themorningjumpstart)

Are you making things wayyyyyyy harder than they need to be? At work, in your side hustle, or your relationships? What if I told you that it gets to be easy--  that you don't ALWAYS have to be "on" and work super hard to earn love, success, respect, money, and peace of mind. In today's episode, we're talking about how to stop overcomplicating everything. And how to start showing up, working, + living from a space of flow and ease.  The Morning Jumpstart | Show Notes + Transcripts | ...

When was the last time you let yourself feel all the feels? The good, the bad, and the downright uncomfortable? It’s been a minute, huh? Well, you’re not alone. We’ve been taught to run away from our feelings. To be “strong” and turn the other cheek. But what if ignoring your feelings keeps you from living your best healed, authentic, abundant af life? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to give yourself the space to feel your emotions and let them guide you to your next best...

It's the beginning of a new year, so you know what that means, right? There are hella messages from everybody and their momma talking about what all you SHOULD be doing. Working out, hustling harder, saving money, redecorating your house, finding the cure for COVID. It's a lot, and baby, that pressure to have everything all mapped out and ready to go at the top of the year is tew much. 😵‍💫 But what if you don't HAVE to do anything? What if you gave yourself permission to make up your own...

As much as I'd like to "finish this year strong," your girl is tapping out. I had big plans to do big things by the end of the year, but you know what happened? Life. Nothing terrible happened; it's just that I've had the most profound desire to be still, be present, and slow down.  Now don't get me wrong, I love rolling up my sleeves and doing the work just like the next #GoalGetter, but recently, I've wanted nothing more than to just be. Be human. Be still. Be quiet. Have fun. Get rest....

Picture this: It's time for you to make a pretty big decision in your life or business. What do you do? Do you call your momma and sister on a three-way to hear what they think? Or do you hop on Google and start devouring every single article you can find to help you come up with an answer? Or are you more of a-- sign-up for every course, masterclass, or training-- type of person? Why do you think you do that? Well, I think I have an answer because I just did all of that recently. One reason...

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This one is for my content creators/ creatives/ artists/ online teachers: Your audience loves your work-- they like every picture, watch every video, join every Instagram live, and download every episode. Your superfans adore you and all that you do. But what if I told you that your long-time audience is ready to do a little bit more to support you?  Ok, so hear me out. The work that you put out into the world is super powerful: it inspiresmotivatesteacheshealsand entertainsYour work makes a...

One of the hardest things to do is to keep faith when things get rocky. So in today's episode, we're continuing the Speak it Series and exploring the-- " I trust that God has my back" affirmation. The Goal Getter Sessions | Show Notes + Transcripts |  Instagram | Contact  Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/norealjewelry)

When your to-do list is a mile long, it's so easy to fall into the trap of working until the point of exhaustion. I get it; I hate leaving unfinished tasks on my to-do list. So what do I do? I work until the wee hours of the morning until everything is crossed off. I used to think that was cool until I realized that my life was bigger than my work. That there were other things, I wanted to do besides working around the clock. So in the name of work-life balance, I decided to give myself a...

Have you ever felt ashamed for wanting what you truly desire? More money, a nicer home, true love, your dream job? Where does that shame come from? Could it come from an old ex that always told you that you were hard to love? Or the belief that money is the root of all evil? What if I told you that you are allowed to want what you want--  that there is no dream that is too big, wild, extravagant, or "silly" to come true. Your desires are yours on purpose and for a purpose. In today's episode,...

When it comes to your life and work, who is your worst critic?  Is it your Instagram followers? How about your customers? What about your peers? You're probably shaking your head no because you know that it's you. YOU are your harshest critic. You shoot down your ideas, pick apart your work, and your self-talk game is so negative it wears you out most days. How about everyone else, are you as critical?  Nope,  chances are you become a superfan! You have no problem sliding in your faves DMs to...

Writing a bookstarting a businessgoing back to schoolmoving to a new cityleaving a jobstepping out of your comfort zoneWhat do all of these things have in common? They are all super HARD to pull off! And as humans, we don't do so well with hard. We like things nice and easy. We want to take a leap of faith and get some 100% guarantee from the Lord above that we will find instant success on the other side. Well, I got news for ya--life just doesn't work like that all the time. Life is hard....

Picture this-- One day you wake up in the morning, get dressed, and walk past your mirror. You catch a glimpse of yourself, and you think, "damn, I'm kinda cute. Let me take a picture!". Feeling yourself, you take your phone out and start taking all the selfies. As you flip through the footage, your selfies are dope af! So you open up Instagram, load them up, and just as you're about to hit the post button, something happens. All of a sudden, you start to think: I shouldn't post this. What...

Have you been playing small? Are you constantly dimming that ever so radiant light of yours in hopes of not stepping on anybody else's toes? If you said yes to either of those questions, honey, you are not alone. For years, I've struggled to own my greatness. That is until I started to get into the habit of verbally reminding myself that I am THAT girl. Every morning while I'm in the shower, I repeat affirmations like:  "I love myself fully and unapologetically." "I am worthy." " I am full...

When it's time to do the work, do you get easily distracted? How about working from home? When you pull out your laptop, do you suddenly get the urge to reorganize your closet, clean out your junk drawer and learn how to make ice cream from scratch? You, my friend, are not alone, and today I'm sharing a #QuickTip that will help you focus and knock ish off of your to-do list by splitting up your day. Check out today's episode to learn more! The Ultimate Podcast Bootcamp |Show Notes +...

Raise your hand if you have a to-do list.  🙋🏾‍♀️ Now raise your hand if it's currently kicking your ass. 🤦🏾‍♀️ Mmmm, I see, I'm not alone.  Now clap your hands if you've scheduled time and space in your calendar to complete your tasks. 🤐 Damn--crickets. 😵‍💫 Please don't feel bad because I wasn't time blocking all that hard either. It wasn't until I started reading Nir Eyal's "Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life"; that I got my act together.   You see, I was...

Wouldn't it be nice if Beyonce stumbled across your product? Or how about Oprah? What if she read your new book and posted it on her Instagram? Can't you just hear the cha-ching sounds? Me, too! And while it would be amazing to be endorsed by a heavy hitter, the truth of the matter is that life doesn't always work like that. Until you can get a seat at the table with the big dawgs, you might have to start building with the people that are right across from you— your peers. In today's episode,...

There's something in your heart that you want to give a try. Maybe it's launching a new podcast, starting a business, or finally letting go of that toxic situationship. You're ready to take the leap of faith, but you don't. As soon you get all prepped to jump, here comes your inner critic. "Didn't you already try that? Don't you remember failing? So why would you try it again?" And just like that, your dream is gone, baby gone! You don't take the leap. Instead, you stay stuck in the draining...