This is a very special episode as Devi Brown and Michelle Williams appear on each other’s podcast for the first time. Here is the episode with Devi Brown on Checking In and we continue the conversation on this episode of Dropping Gems. Michelle has been radically expressive about her journey and her experience with depression. For Williams faith and therapy can coexist and work to support one another during the healing process.  Williams shares how she initially questioned her depression, how would it look, what would people think, etc.  The endless questions that normally go unanswered and ultimately have no weight when it boils down to individual self-care.  Being authentic also means honoring what you need on your journey. In Psalm 100:4, we are told to “enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise.” Listen to More: “Checking In” The Podcast Read:  Checking In: How Getting Real about Depression Saved My Life---and Can Save Yours – The Book Connect: @DeviBrown @MichelleWilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s conversation takes us down the path of addiction and recovery. Steven Washington author of Recovering You: Soul Care and Mindful Movement for Overcoming Addiction generously shares his story with us. The energy around this conversation explores some of the feelings he endured before finding his path. The work needed to clear the shadow; in order to make space for the joy, to make space to honor his feelings and to feel good about them.  Whether you struggle with substance abuse or something different that persuades you away from the healing process, Washington’s book is a guide for all readers through fear, shame, and regret and into community and gratitude. Learn More: StevenWashingtonExperience.Com Connect: @DeviBrown @StevenWashingtonExperience Recovering You: Soul Care and Mindful Movement for Overcoming Addiction By Steven Washington Available Tuesday, November 15th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation on parenthood, guiding our children’s understandings of meditation, Buddha, and the nourishment of spirit. Mallika Chopra joins the podcast to elaborate on the importance of sharing and introducing our children to the concept of coexisting and connecting with the Universe. Mallika Chopra is the CEO of Chopra Global, a modern-day health company at the intersection of science and spirituality. She is also the author of the Just Be Series – Just Breathe, Just Feel, and Just Be You – a trilogy of illustrated how-to books for children (and the adults in their lives). These books provide simple tools to understand and support social and emotional knowing, resilience, meditation, mindfulness, and self-reflection. In addition to the Just Be Series, her latest book, Buddha and the Rose a simple poignant story about awareness is now available. Follow the link below to learn more about all of Mallika’s writings. Connect: @DeviBrown @MallikaChopra Read: Mallika Chopra BooksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and host of the wildly popular mental health podcast, Therapy for Black Girls. On this episode, we explore what friendship looks like. Especially amongst women and black women. As we heal and connect to a different levels of consciousness and emotional intelligence; this conversation elaborates on the dynamics of healthier relationships. Dr. Joy introduces her upcoming book, “Sisterhood Heals” aimed to provide a healing language for our sisters and friendship circles. The book “Sisterhood Heals” releases in the Summer of 2023 Connect: @DeviBrown @HelloDrJoy Learn More:  TherapyForBlackGirls.com Join the mailing list for updates on the book: Sisterhood HealsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, we share a conversation between Whitnie Goins (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Professional) and Devi Brown, from the Molson Coors Beverage Company’s annual Month of Inclusion. Within the Month of Inclusion theme of ‘intersectionality,’ Molson Coors held unfiltered discussions on the intersectionality within mental health.  Whitnie Goins leads the conversation with questions on generational trauma, ancestorial healing, and the impacts on personality from various traumatic experiences. Connect: @DeviBrown Whitnie Goins Visit: MolsonCoors.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is about an absolute favorite topic, Astrology.  Joining us to dive deep into this conversation is Dr. Jennifer Freed.  Jennifer Freed Ph.D. is the best-selling author of Use Your Planets Wisely and a renowned psychological astrologer and social and emotional education trainer. She has spent over thirty years consulting clients and businesses worldwide on psychological, spiritual, and educational topics. She has served as the clinical director of Pacifica Graduate Institute and is a national consultant for EMDR (Post Traumatic Growth Therapies). She elaborates on her new book, “A Map To Your Soul”. Purchase directly through her site in order to receive special gifts along with the book. Connect: @DeviBrown @DrJenniferFreed Learn More:  JenniferFreed.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's get a jump start on the fast-coming 2023 new year! Whatever the goals are let's lay down the foundations and get deeper into the practice/routine of the new version of self that we want to bring in the new year as and/or who we wish to become. In this episode, Devi guides a meditation towards sustaining the momentum not only for the new year but for that practice. In addition, today’s soul work offers two very important questions for your journal. Connect: @DeviBrown Learn more: DeviBrown.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, Devi sits down with best-selling author and meditator, Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo. With the launch of his newest book, Lighter, Devi and Diego talk about creating from a space of freedom, meditating as a form of self-exploration, the evolution of relationships, and the power of healing within marginal communities.  Learn More: YUNGPUEBLO.COM Connect: @DeviBrown @Yung_Pueblo Reference Episode: Getting Closer to Home with Yung PuebloSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's questions explore food, offering wellness tools in marginal communities, balance within relationships, and taking healthy time for self. What are some questions that you have about mindfulness, the spiritual journey, and life? Share them with us via Instagram: @DeviBrown See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee is a globally acclaimed Energy Intuitive, Channeler, and Musician who offers grounded, practical teachings focused on helping conscious, intuitive, and sensitive people heal, thrive, and live a better life! Lee joins us to share his story of becoming a channeler and details on his new book, Conversation with THE Z’s, coming September 13th!   Learn More: LeeHarrisEnergy.com Pre-Order your copy of Lee’s new book: Conversations with THE Z’s Connect: @DeviBrown  @LeeHarrisEnergySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.