GirlTREK

Morgan and Vanessa invite listeners to step into the spirit of the Civil Rights Movement, honoring the legacy of Rosa Parks through reflection and action. As week two comes to a meaningful close, they conduct a self-care audit and explore the power of building social connections and discovering purpose through prayer. Our homegirl, Trelani, returns, sharing timeless wisdom from our ancestors and elders—offering guidance, strength, and the lessons that continue to shape our journey.Important Disclaimers: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

In this transformative episode, Morgan and Vanessa invite listeners to honor the legacy of jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald through a grounding foremother meditation. The session continues with a guided self-care audit, helping listeners reflect on their well-being. Vanessa shares an insightful lesson on compassionate listening, including how to identify signs of self-harm and suicide with care and empathy. Our favorite Talk Back Thursday homegirl, Nyra, shares heartfelt testimonies from trekkers recounting their self-care school journeys. This episode is a safe space for healing and inspiration.Important Disclaimers: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Vanessa and Morgan invite fellow trekkers to walk as the daughters of the playwright, Lorraine Hansberry, leading a reflective self-care audit and sharing the profound benefits of connecting with nature, grounding, and alternative healing practices. Our favorite Workshop Wednesday homegirl, Yolanda William, returns, relaying her personal experience with grounding and holistic wellness, offering insightful perspectives on rejecting fear and embracing healing in daily life. Join us for an episode that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, encouraging deep reflection and renewal.Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Vanessa and Morgan continue Mental Health Week with an inspiring and spirit-filled foremother meditation, drawing from the legacy of the musical icon Nina Simone. Together, they dive into a self-care audit, tackle the stigma surrounding mental illness, and shed light on common mental health diagnoses while offering guidance on how to seek help. Our homegirl, Sandria Washington, returns, leading an insightful teach-in on mental health tips alongside CEO and Psychotherapist Chaka S. Holley. This episode is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and powerful conversations to support your mental well-being.Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Welcome back to Week Two of Self-Care School! In this empowering episode, Vanessa and Morgan kick off Mental Health week with a grounding foremother meditation inspired by the legendary Eartha Kitt. Together, they conduct a self-care audit and explore the importance of unplugging—disconnecting from social media, emails, phones, tablets, and TV. Plus, they dive into the power of speaking life over ourselves. To top it all off, our homegirl, Renatè Elliott, makes her return with actionable mental health tips to help you thrive.Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Join Vanessa and Morgan as they guide you through a powerful foremother meditation inspired by 19th-century physician Rebecca Lee Crumpler, then dive into a reflective self-care audit to check in with your well-being.  This episode wraps up the first week by focusing on the significance of vitamin D, physical touch, and practical ways to overcome loneliness. Plus, our homegirl Trelani Michelle shares timeless self-care practices drawn from elders and ancestors to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Enjoy listening—week one down, nine more weeks to go!Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Step into the legacy of singer Big Mama Thornton as Morgan and Vanessa guide you through a foremother meditation and lead a check-in with the self-care audit. In this episode, they shine a spotlight on the importance of hydration and oral hygiene with some of our favorite homegirls returning to share wisdom; Yolanda Williams informs listeners about the ancestral hygiene practice of oil pulling, while Nyra Govan shares testimonies from our trekkers. Experience the power of grounding traditions and modern wellness in this transformative session of Self-Care School.Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

This is not just a podcast episode — it’s a celebration, a testimony, a love letter to the movement.March with us on this final day of orientation as we hear from the voices of giants: Oprah. Angela Davis. Iyanla Vanzant. Diane Nash. Nikki Giovanni. These women believed in us before the world was watching.Get ready for marching bands, sacred words, and soul-stirring reflections. This walk will move you. This is for every Black girl who's ever dared to dream.Tap in, sis. You don’t want to miss this one.

Morgan and Vanessa invite you to walk in the footsteps of the late Toni Morrison, drawing inspiration from her legacy to guide a grounding meditation and self-care audit that reconnects you with the power of rest. This episode features a grounding meditation and a self-care audit, designed to reconnect you with your inner peace. Yolanda Williams brings her authentic wisdom, while sleep specialist Dr. Keith Dixon offers life-saving insights into the power of rest. Together, they explore why rest is not just a necessity, but a revolutionary act of self-preservation. Tune in for a teach-in that could change the way you care for yourself.Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Dive into self-care practices that empower and rejuvenate! In today's episode, Vanessa and Morgan guide us through a Josephine Baker-inspired foremother meditation and a self-care audit, emphasizing the importance of understanding key health metrics like blood pressure, blood sugar levels, BMI, waist size, and resting heart rate. Featuring insights from our homegirls Sandria Washington and Tasha Hammond, we explore effective strategies for a body reset, alongside practical dieting and juicing tips. Tune in for actionable advice to take your wellness journey to the next level!Important Disclaimer: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.