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Does thinking about your finances cause you stress and anxiety? Has the pandemic impacted our finances?Getting financially fit not only helps you plan and save for your future but it also allows you to start living and building generational wealth. Today’s guest is Ornella Yovo. Ornella is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, relieve anxiety around money, and make #MoneyMoves happen. As an avid advocate for women and minorities, she has spent years providing financial education and guidance to those in need. She wants people to know that you can still live the life YOU want while working towards financial stability.Having worked for a large wealth management organization, Ornella has learned the tools to build and maintain long-term wealth, while also keeping in mind the human and emotional aspects associated with money. She understands that people need guidance and just aren’t always sure who or where to go. She hopes to empower people to embrace the conversation about their finances and offer a comfortable environment to do so!What does financial wellness look like for you in 2021?In this episode, we talk about… An introduction to investing, and the best platforms for getting started. Building an emergency fund. The best financial apps to use. How to start building generational wealth on a tight budget. Affording rest. Resources: Connect with Ornella and the Financial Gym Follow Ornella on Instagram @ornellayovo and @osqrd.co Find out more about O-Squared Consulting and how Ornella helps entrepreneurs make better business decisions. Episode Sponsor:Vega | Check out Vega plant-based nutrition at myvega.com/balanced Unlock more content in Guided, the Balanced Black Girl online membership community. Go to https://community.balancedblackgirl.com to join us. If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast.PS: If you really want to take your self-care to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week marks 1 year since COVID was declared a pandemic and all of our lives changed drastically. Do you remember what you were doing this time last year? If I knew what was coming, I would have spent those last weeks in February and first weeks of March differently. I would have spent that time with people who are near and dear to my heart. Reflecting on the past year has brought up so many feelings and emotions. Feelings of grief, and those moments of isolation and loneliness, burnout, creativity, nostalgia, and perseverance.This experience has taught me to be cognizant and aware of my time. I have to be just as discerning about where, how, and with whom I spend my time with. And where, how, and with whom I spend my money with. We all have the gift of discernment, and we have all had times where we used it and were grateful. A big lesson I learned on the anniversary of this week is to use my discernment. We can’t predict the future, and we can’t change the past, but we can lean into our relationship with spirit to guide us. We can lean into getting quiet and going within to listen to our intuition.Join me for a guided journaling session, reflecting on a full year of living through a global pandemic. In this episode, we are acknowledging the lessons learned, creating space for rest, and feeling hopeful for what’s ahead. Grab your journal or your favorite note-taking app and let’s get to it. In this episode, we talk about… The importance of discernment. Biggest lessons learned over the past year. Creating space for both highs and lows. Staying hopeful for the future. Sponsors:  Skillshare | Go to skillshare.com/balanced for a free trial of Skillshare premium. Vega Plant-Based Nutrition | Head to myvega.com/balanced Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s episode is a rewind solo episode about the importance of setting boundaries and protecting your energy so you can channel it into the areas of life that make most sense for you.If you’re feeling overwhelmed with responding to everyone wanting to check in with you because you’re their go-to “Black friend”, if you’re being put in the position to educate others and are trying to figure out how to navigate it, and if you’re looking for ways to set clear boundaries so you can take care of yourself during this critical time, this episode is for you. Resources: Check out #ProtectYourEnergy, an extensive doc with canned responses to racial gaslighting and taxing conversations. Follow @balancedblackgirlpodcast on Instagram. Like Balanced Black Girl on Facebook. Follow @balancedblkgirl on Twitter. Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s episode is a rewind interview with guest Alina Brown, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner co-founder of WellnessCon, and creator of the Auralign Planner. Alina creates video content for her Wellness YouTube channel called ‘Alina Alive,’ where she helps her subscribers take practical steps to deepen their wellness journeys.In 2019, Alina co-founded WellnessCon, an annual outdoor wellness conference dedicated to promoting diversity in the wellness space while fostering a community for wellness lovers, wellness influencers, and conscious companies. ⁣Alina is also the creator of the Auralign Planner, a weekly planner focused on seasonal intention-setting and key astrological events.Alina truly believes that just as nature works synergistically to foster diverse rainforests and deep-sea life, we as humans can best thrive and achieve optimal health synergistically through working together.⁣ Resources: Follow Alina on Instagram @heyalinalive Check out the Wellness Con website for updates: https://www.wellnesscon.co/ Subscribe to Alina’s YouTube Channel Check out the Auralign Planner  Our favorite smudge Kit: Heritage Apothecary Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s episode is a rewind interview featuring Shena Tubbs, a Relational Trauma and Attachment Specialist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Love Addiction Coach based out of Houston, TX. She is the founder of Black Girls Heal, an online community dedicated to helping women of color break the cycles of unavailable relationships and feeling not enough by healing what’s within. In addition to Black Girls Heal, Shena has a private practice where she specializes in helping women heal from unresolved childhood relational trauma, love addiction, and changing relationship patterns. She also hosts the Black Girls Heal podcast which talks about all things intimacy, attachment, and healing internal wounds.RESOURCES:Listen to the Black Girls Heal PodcastFollow Black Girls Heal on Instagram: @blackgirlshealApply to the Black Girls Heal Recovery SchoolThis episode is sponsored by Skillshare. Head to skillshare.com/balanced to get a free trial of a premium membership.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s episode is a rewind interview featuring Toya Coleman, historian, creator of Toya from Harlem and host of the That Wasn’t In My Textbook podcast. Born and raised in Harlem, with a BA in African-American studies, Toya was inspired to create her platform as a way to capture the historical places in Harlem that were being erased in the name of gentrification. Currently, she lives in LA and has expanded her message from Harlem to cover black history nationwide. RESOURCES: Visit Toya’s Website Follow Toya on Instagram: @toyafromharlem Subscribe to Toya’s YouTube Channel Sign up for Toya’s Newsletter Follow Blvck Vrchives on Instagram: @blvckvrchives Follow Blk Mkt Vintage on Instagram: @blkmktvintage Learn about The Heroines of American Black Press Listen to Toya’s Podcast: That Wasn’t In My Textbook This throwback episode of Balanced Black Girl is brought to you by Skillshare, an online community that offers membership with meaning. Explore your creativity with a free trial membership at www.skillshare.com/BALANCED. Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you been wondering how your menstrual cycle affects your work, relationships, and overall balance in your life?My guest today is Berrion Berry. Berrion is a Menstrual Health Educator, Integrative Health Practitioner & the Founder of The Flo Academy. Part of her mission is to teach menstruating individuals how to master their menstrual cycles one period at a time.As the founder of The Flo Academy, Berri focuses specifically on teaching those who identify as female entrepreneurs or modern women, how to have better periods and healthier hormones, through online menstrual health education.From hormone balancing to cycle syncing, to mood-enhancing and self-healing, Berri covers it all and is excited to help you have your best period yet.Her story is beautiful and enlightening. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to share Berrion’s story.In this episode, we talk about… Understanding the four phases of your menstrual cycle. How to align your work with your menstrual cycle. Improving your relationship with your period. Understanding the best way to adjust your diet and exercise routine throughout your menstrual cycle. Why authenticity is a key component of balance. Resources: Check out The Flo Academy Listen to Berrion’s podcast, Flow with Berrion Berry Follow Berrion on Instagram @berrionlberry and @thefloacademy Episode Sponsor:This episode is sponsored by Foria. Foria is an innovative health & sexual wellness company with product lines for intimacy, relief, and optimal wellbeing. Get 20% off your first order at www.foria.com/BBG Unlock more content in Guided, the Balanced Black Girl online membership community. Go to https://community.balancedblackgirl.com to join us. If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast.PS: If you really want to take your self-care to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE. Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest today is Laticia Rolle -- entrepreneur, community builder, podcaster, sister, and so much more. Laticia was one of the first people I met after moving to LA, and every time we speak I’m blown away by her warm authenticity.Laticia is the creator of Girl, We Got This, a podcast and platform dedicated to sharing the raw, authentic stories of women from all walks of life. She is also the Founder of Tress, the hat that fits and protects our natural curls.Her story is beautiful and empowering. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to share Laticia’s story and journey because it resonated with me so deeply, and I hope it resonates with you as well.In this episode, we talk about… Adapting to new environments while still honoring yourself Defining your self-worth and feeling accepted after heartbreak How Laticia’s journey with self-love evolved over time Why Laticia seeks support through therapy and how it has helped her come into herself Building a supportive community that truly empowers women Navigating the ups and downs and challenges of life Resources: Listen to Laticia’s podcast Girl, We Got This Follow Laticia on Instagram @laticia.rolle and @girlwegotthis.co Check out Tress for curl-friendly hats and hair necessities Episode Sponsor:Foria has a special offer for sex and wellness essentials for Balanced Black Girl listeners. Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/bbg.Join our membership community Guided for live Q&A with podcast guests, bonus content, monthly book club, and support on your wellness journey. Go to https://community.balancedblackgirl.com to join us. If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast.PS: If you really want to take your self-care to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Balanced Black Girl Podcast, I’m guiding you through a year-end reflection exercise to acknowledge our greatest lessons of 2020, and begin calling in where we want to go in 2021. As we get ready for next year and reflect on this year, I want you to think about where you were this time last year and I want you to think about where you are right now. We have had a trying, difficult, and traumatizing year. We have all grown in ways that we may not even understand. In order to uncover how much we have grown, we need to understand where we have been. So when you’re thinking about who you are in this moment and who you were 365 days ago, your outlook, your priorities, your sense of resilience, your belief in yourself. What has changed? What lessons have you learned along the way? In this episode, I talk about: Year-end reflection to acknowledge our greatest lessons of 2020 How to begin to call in where we want to go in 2021 Uncovering who you are at this moment and who you were 365 days ago Navigating how much we've grown by first understanding where we have been Guided reflection questions to ask yourself: My biggest lesson of 2020 was… My greatest blessing of 2020 was… This is who I’ve grown… I’m proud of myself for… I’m calling in… Resources: Join our virtual wellness studio, Guided for exclusive content and support. Follow Balanced Black Girl Podcast on Instagram @balancedblackgirlpodcast Subscribe to our newsletter Episode Sponsor: Quip | Visit www.getquip.com/balancedgirl to get your first refill free If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast. PS: If you really want to take your self-care to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, we’re talking to Damona Hoffman, dating coach and media personality. In this episode, we are talking all about enjoying and taking ownership of your dating experience particularly during a pandemic when the dating landscape feels more challenging than ever. Damona is known for her work on two A+E Networks' TV series: #BlackLove and A Question of Love. She’s a regular contributor to The LA Times, The Washington Post, NPR, CNN Headline News (HLN), BET.com, and more. Damona also hosts and produces the weekly podcast, Dates & Mates with Damona Hoffman. Over the years, Damona has dedicated her time to teaching people how to celebrate their unique experiences and individuality, and learn to love as you are without conforming to find love. It all started when Damona had to learn how to navigate the complex world of online dating to find love, happiness, and her soul mate. Damona is energetic, informative, and passionate and we’re so grateful for the opportunity to share her story and mission. In this episode, we talk about… How to successfully use dating apps to find a partner. Ways to effectively use your online profile to attract your ideal partner. The three C’s of dating online. Navigating interracial relationships when racial tensions are high. Opening ourselves up to attract a partner outside of the restrictive guidelines we have set for our future partner.  Resources:  Follow Damona on Instagram @damonahoffman Follow Damona on Twitter @damonahoffman Listen to Damona’s podcast, Dates and Mates Check out Damona’s website   Episode Sponsor:Foria has a special offer for sex and wellness essentials for Balanced Black Girl listeners. Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/bbg. Unlock more content in Guided, the Balanced Black Girl online membership community. Go to https://community.balancedblackgirl.com to join us.  If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast.PS: If you really want to take your self-care to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.