Listen Up With Jess

One of the most vulnerable episodes ever dropped, It’s time to make peace with Surviving is Thriving. If you ever survived a traumatic experience then you are considered thriving, Keep Healing and ListenUP!

It's time to Listen Up, Start responding and stop reacting. In this episode we dig into the importance of controlling your peace by learning to be more responsive and less reactive. Sometimes you have to Pause and Process before you Proceed.

In this episode, we dive into the side effects of Self Betrayal and the importance of honoring yourself while having healthy boundaries. It’s time to Listen Up to your Gut and choose what’s best for you!

Welcome back it's Season 5! In this Minisode, we are talking about all things Fasting, Starving your Flesh and Feeding your Spirit, it's time to ListenUp and speak life over your New Year!

As we wrap up 2021 & Season 4, it’s time to evaluate What’s taking up space and Make ROOM for your healing, your goals and all that God has for you. In this episode I share some personal revelations on my healing journey from this year, from acknowledging the hard truths and setting boundaries, we're talking about it all. It’s time to ListenUp and Make Room!This ListenUp spotlight goes to my good friend and soul sister Monique Euell, the NEW Podcast host of Music Memoirs. A podcast sharing our stories and the music that helps us narrate our experiences, to check out this Dope new podcast head over to Spotify here https://open.spotify.com/show/7IHlLkeZ60pnY8FN5aNguM?si=kiCsUDIEQ8SMgbhyYKhuPA. Make sure you Follow the IG page @music.memoirs to stay update for latest episodes!

In the healing journey it’s not about perfection but progression. In this episode, I share my personal struggles with perfectionism and learning to embrace self compassion on my healing journey.

In this episode we sit with Tamara Cox the creator of Heard & Healed , an inspirational blog that encourages men and women to heal while being heard. This safe space was created to share their stories of life challenges on how they overcome them. Can’t wait for ya’ll to listen up to these healing gems being dropped in this episode. To learn more about Heard & Healed check out the blog site https://www.heardandhealed.com/ and IG @heardnhealed.

In this new ListenUp Minisode, I take 10 mins to drop a ListenUp gem: Facts over Feelings, Don’t react until you the Facts. Sometimes we have to learn to consciously pause and seek clarity for our peace of mind. Make sure you catch up on the Healing in Progress series, more episodes loading.

Don't leave the church just yet! In this episode I sit down with my big sister Pastor Regina Johnson for a healing conversation around church hurt. We talk about the effects of Religion Trauma and the need for Relationship over Religion. This is conversation you don't want to miss!To keep up and learn more about Regina Johnson follow her on social media @byreginanicole.

In this Episode I sit down with my good friend Najma Calhoun the founder &’CEO of the She Can Movement, an organization birth to remind women they CAN & will be their best self with encouragement & tools. Najma breaks down the importance in healing through ones self discovery journey. It's time for you listen Up and self discover.To learn more about the Najma & the She Can Movement follow her on IG @najmatahira and Facebook group page She Can Movement sisterhood.

In this Crossover Episode we have the host of Blooming Again: The Podcast Laura Kay sharing her healing journey on Daddy Wounds. Check out this raw and authentic conversation with my good sis as we dive into Part 1 of our Daddy Wounds! Make sure you check out Part 2 where I share my healing journey on this same topic on Blooming Again: The Podcast. Dropping this Monday.To learn more about our special guest Laura Kay follow her on Social Media IG @bloomingagainthepodcast

Love God, Love Therapy, Do the Work! In this episode we launch our Healing in Progress Series and dive into the importance of Mental Health Healing featuring special guest Regineak Ruffin, LMSW Social Work Coach. To learn more about our special guest follow her on social media IG @regrefindedx1 and check out the website https://www.yoursocialworkcoach.com/.

In this new Listen Up Minisode, I take 10 mins to drop a Listen up Gem: Stay flowy never pressed, we must learn to be agile in every season.New Series Announcement!!!New Episodes dropping June

You’re not a fraud, you’re just flawed. In this episode we dive into the feelings behind imposter syndrome and how we can overcome those feelings spiritually.This ListenUp Spotlight goes to my energetic and talented friend Chrishel Belfon the CEO of Queenfidence. Queenfidence is the home of the All Inclusive Wig Package providing great quality hair celebrating Queen Everyday! To learn more about Chrishel amazing hair services make sure you follow IG @_queenfidence

Can platonic relationships be successful? In this special episode I sit down with my best friend Jeff Jackson to discuss our platonic relationship and share our experiences with relationships & dating while having platonic friendships.This Listen Up Spotlight goes to the owner the of the Tie Closet, Jeff Jackson. The Tie Closet, is a Modern Neck Tie Company, that added the perfect touch to any style of yours. To learn more about The Tie Closet check out the website https://thetiecloset.com/ and Check out on Social Media Follow on IG @thetiecloset @theejeffjackson

“Time is measured in minutes, life is measured in moments” In this episode, we dive into the importance of staying in the moment and being present. How are you showing up for yourself and for others by being present?

In this episode join me as we unpack the hard truths of 2020. The year of exposure that we never expected but we actually needed.As we wrap up season 3, I want to personally thank all my listeners for Listening Up through this crazy year and supporting this podcast! I hope everyone enjoys the holiday’s and Get ready for Season 4 January 2021!!

In this episode we dive into the people pleasing. What is your Yes and No motivated by ? This ListenUp Spotlight goes to Owners of Elevate Wellness Juicery, LLC. Rhia & Craig Biagas. Elevate Wellness Juicery is a company that offers clean, organic, natural, and healthy products that are delicious and promote optimum nutrition. To learn more about this black owned juicery check out their website https://elevatewellnessjuicery.com/ IG: @elevatewellnessjuicery_llc

In this episode we will unpack how to put yourself first without feeling guilty! This LISTEN UP is for my strong friends, invest in yourself because your Peace and Healing is Priceless! This ListenUp Spotlight goes to Lee the creator of Kingdom Life Style Planner. The Kingdom Lifestyle Planner includes a 12 month calendar with national holidays, a tracker for your goals, notes section, to-do section, prayer section, and a daily scripture to provide spiritual growth. Head over to the website to grab your planner for 2021 https://kingdomlifestyleplanner.com/ Use special promotion code LISTENUPJESS Follow IG @kingomlifestyle_

Stop letting who you were, talk you out of who you are becoming. It’s time to Listen UP and accept who you are becoming.This Listen Up Spotlight goes to Entrepreneur Karlecia Swan of InspiredbyKswan, LLC. . Karlecia AKA KSwan is an Author, Actress, Radio Host, and entrepreneur to two non profit organizations. She recently launched her first book called “I Have Value & Worth “ 40 days of Positive Affirmation which now available to purchase. To learn more about KSwan and her amazing organizations and projects head over to her website Inspiredbykswan.com. To stay connected followers her on social media IG and Facebook @karleciaswan.