Podcast Season 2 Ep. 2Decision making is your power.And when you’ve spent years being silenced, dismissed, rushed, or conditioned to doubt yourself, making decisions can feel heavy, overwhelming, or unsafe.In this episode of Holding Space, we explore how decision making becomes fractured when your power has been taken, minimized, or slowly given away, especially in relationships, family dynamics, and survival-mode living.This conversation is about reclaiming your authority, learning to trust yourself again, and understanding why hesitation, and second-guessing are often rooted in lived experience.A Journey of Rediscovery Video Series & Workbook: https://pensight.com/x/victoriab/ajourneyofrediscoveryFreebie: Boundaries & Breakthroughshttps://pensight.com/x/victoriab/boundaries-and-breakthroughs

Why is it so hard to leave a toxic relationship, even when you know it’s unhealthy?In this episode, I break down three core reasons people stay stuck in toxic dynamics and why willpower, logic, or “just leaving” isn’t enough. This conversation is about self-worth, emotional conditioning, and the internal shifts that must happen before real change is possible.If you’ve ever felt ashamed for staying, conflicted about leaving, or disconnected from yourself in a relationship, this episode will help you understand what’s really keeping you there, and how awareness becomes the first step toward freedom.

Yes, this finale is late, but the lessons hit right on time. I’m closing out the season by walking back through everything we learned, the real conversations we had, and the lived experiences my guests shared that shifted something in all of us. I’m grateful for every voice, every story, and every listener who showed up and grew right alongside me.And because this season tied in closely with rediscovery and healing, I’m leaving you with something that takes those lessons even deeper: my brand-new video series and workbook. If this season spoke to you, this resource will take you to the next level. https://pensight.com/x/victoriab/ajourneyofrediscoveryWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChKhS2qr7e3t974hjdV1JCg

This one’s personal. In this episode, I’m speaking directly from the perspective of a daughter who no longer has the privilege of calling, hugging, or even arguing with her mother. If you’ve ever taken your mom’s presence for granted, or need a reminder of just how sacred that bond is, lean in.I’m sharing raw truths, lessons learned through loss, and a powerful reminder: don’t wait until it’s too late to appreciate what you have. This is for anyone who still has a mother in their life, cherish her while you can.

What if grief didn’t have to look like what everyone else expects? In this episode, I’m opening up about the moment I realized I was done being stuck in sadness. I share how I gave myself permission to redefine grief on my own terms—without shame, without comparison, and without apology. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not grieving "the right way," this one’s for you.Let’s talk about reclaiming your healing journey and giving yourself the freedom to grieve in a way that actually supports your growth.

In Part 2 of this deeply moving conversation, Cierra Johnna’ returns to share more of her powerful journey, from being abandoned and navigating life as a motherless daughter before losing her mother to death, to rising into her purpose as an incredible mother and thriving business owner.We unpack the complexities of grieving when your relationship with your mother wasn’t ideal, the pressure of mothering without a blueprint, and the unspoken fear so many women carry: “Am I enough?”This episode is raw, real, and full of hope. Whether you're a mother, a daughter, or healing your own mother wound, this one will speak to your soul.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Cierra Johnna, CEO and founder of The Mompreneur Method, as she shares her raw and inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery.Cierra opens up about growing up with a mother battling addiction, navigating the foster care system, and being adopted into a less-than-ideal situation, all while facing life.Despite her painful beginnings, Cierra has rewritten her narrative and now helps other moms build businesses while raising babies.🎧 Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on:Surviving trauma and reclaiming identityThe complexities of adoption and foster careHealing without closureBuilding a legacy from painThis episode is for anyone who’s ever felt lost, unseen, or abandoned and is ready to find power in their story.Premieres Sunday at 6PM ESTDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this speaks to your soul.#MotherlessDaughterPodcast #CierraJohnna #FosterCareSurvivor #TheMompreneurMethod #HealingJourney #TraumaToTriumph #BlackWomenHealing #PodcastInterview #podcast #healing

In this powerful and emotional episode, I sit down with a courageous motherless daughter who opens up about the pain, confusion, and healing journey of losing a mother she had a complicated and often abusive relationship with. Together, we explore: -What it means to grieve someone who caused you deep pain -The emotional conflict of loss and trauma coexisting -The healing process after growing up with emotional or physical abuse -How to give yourself permission to feel it all, anger, relief, sorrow, and everything in between. This conversation is raw, honest, and necessary for those of us who don’t see our stories reflected in traditional narratives of grief and motherhood. If you've ever struggled with mourning a parent who hurt you, you're not alone, and this episode is for you. You deserve healing. You deserve peace. You deserve your own version of closure. Leave a comment below if this resonates or if you want to share your story. You never know who it might help. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations about healing, identity, and life after loss.

In this deeply personal episode, I open up about something I’ve carried in silence for far too long, my mother’s passing, her diagnosis, and the quiet decision our family made to keep it hidden. For years, I’ve held on to the weight of her secret, her shame, and her guilt... but none of it was mine to carry. Today, I’m choosing to release it. I’m sharing the truth, not for sympathy, but for freedom. For peace. For healing. And for anyone else who’s been carrying a secret that was never theirs to begin with, this one’s for you. You are not alone.

In this deeply moving episode, I’m joined by a special guest, my dear friend/sister Shamia who shares the moment her world shifted forever, the day she lost her mother.With raw honesty and tender reflection, she opens up about the emotional waves that followed, the unexpected silence, and how she began to piece herself back together in a world that suddenly felt unfamiliar.This conversation is for anyone who’s ever lost their mother or a part of themselves with her.We talk grief, guilt, healing, and the quiet strength it takes to keep living with a hole in your heart.This episode reminds us that we are not alone in our pain and that our stories, even the hardest ones, can become a source of connection, comfort, and courage.