With a background as unique as the jewelry he designs, including time at McKinsey & Company, Harvard Business School, De Beers and Louis Vuitton, Zameer Kassam has emerged as one of the global jewelry industry's most innovative thinkers and artists. In this episode, we discuss his passion for creating symbols of love stories, capturing meaningful moments for a lifetime.

I met Melissa, when she became my daughter's traveling bb team's head coach.  Her commitment, dedication and grace for the girls was beyond inspiring. Not only is she a community leader, but I also learned she is a co-founder of a bank dedicated to building relationships with Entrepreneurs. We deep dive into her story of resilience, navigating grief after the loss of her first born daughter at 43 days old. She is a beacon of hope and light, in a world that often feels dark. Join our conversation to feel encouraged and empowered. Learn more about Entrebank and Melissa here: https://entrebank.com/

Stacey Davis, also known as The Manifestation Coach, vulnerably shares her story of sobriety, self healing and releasing guilt and shame in our stories to empower us to create the transformation we envision. She walks us through basic steps of how to identify limiting perspectives, narratives and experiences that keep us stuck and paralyzed in fear. Join us for this candid conversation on self worth and self love. You can find more information about Stacey here: https://www.createyourliferx.com/

This is a must listen episode on how to protect yourself from harmful UV rays and feel beautiful at the same time... Millions of professionals left their service-based careers in the past few years to pursue entrepreneurship. Burnout, exhaustion, long work hours and patient workload has professionals seeking new adventures in the impact space, as they combine their passion for solving problems in healthcare while doing business for good. Meet Dr. Kristin. She struggled with acne as a young adult and had a mentor influence and shape her passion for dermatology. After treating skin cancer, she knew prevention was key. She launched her new company, BelaSol to provide chic, sunprotective clothing for women and now is expanding her line to sunscreen and children's clothing. As an active mother, she desired to play in the sun, while protecting her skin. Hear her candid story and raw and real lessons of starting a business and how her values continue to shape her as an impact driven entrepreneur! As always, we appreciate your rating, review and share of The Wellspoken" Podcast!

Have you ever felt stuck in a looping message of shame or guilt in your head, paralyzing you from taking action to truly transform your life? In this episode, Kathy Smalley vulnerably shares her message of resilience and hope by helping you take the small steps daily that compound to big impact. Learn the tools and skills from a mental health professional, mother, wife and Christian author who helps you create a life by design. Learn more about Kathy and purchase her book at www.kathysmalley.com

Today, we are honoring Juneteenth with a candid and relevant conversation with Alexa Fitzpatrick, founder of Jayded AF. Alexa vulnerably shares her near death experience with multiple strokes that left in a transition with 1 1/2 year old twins. As 100% owner of her ready-made martini brand, Alexa dives into what it means to be a female founder in a world where venture capital funds less than 3% of women owned business and even less for minority business owners. We are here to change that. Learn: Alexa's childhood and how it shaped her life experience. Her earliest memories of prejudice and racism and how to combat social injustice. How to become an ally and create more inclusive work environments and collaborations that allow us to embrace abundance, equity and equality. Buy yourself a JAYDED AF Martini here (Lavender was oh so good!) https://jaydedaf.com/ We appreciate you rating, reviewing and sharing this Wellspoken" episode!

This is your reminder today that you do NOT need to spend one more moment of your life or relationship feeling unworthy, disconnected or not good enough.    Consider this a permission slip to feel like your most confident, sexiest, sensual self, NOW.    Why you may ask?    Did you know that how you feel about your naked body directly impacts your openness to intimacy?    Your relationship with yourself is a part of sexual pleasure, confidence, vulnerability and deeper intimacy.   Did you know that there are simple practices you can implement TODAY to shift your relationship to yourself and feel better naked? In this episode, Dr. Jennie and DelRae deep dive into 10 ways you can feel more confident - right now.   Whether you're single, dating, married or divorced– feeling better naked can positively impact your life in so many ways: Higher self-esteem (in and out of the bedroom) Increased openness to vulnerability and connection Better, more intimate sex life 1 - show your body you care for her (drink water, exercise, listen to her wisdom) 2 - fire inner perfectionist (talk to your body with grace & tenderness) 3 - kill comparison habit 4 - challenge negative self- talk 5 - practice - be naked more often 6 - write your body & self a letter of appreciation 7 - lovingly tend to your skin ( biggest sex organ) with moisturizing and self touch 8 - start loving on one part of your body at a time (I appreciate my arms. They allow me to embrace life experiences & loved ones).  9 - work on your posture ( shoulders back, bottom in, chin up, spine long). 10 - choose well fitting clothes - makes being in your body a more frequent comfortable experience.  We appreciate your help in sharing the gift of confidence - please rate, review, and share the Wellspoken Podcast!

This episode is specifically designed for individuals who are currently in or seeking to establish intimate relationships. Whether you're single, dating, in a committed relationship, or married, operating from our highest self in intimate relationships can be transformative. This episode offers valuable insights, strategies, and guidance for individuals who wish to deepen their connection, enhance their communication, and cultivate a loving and fulfilling relationship from a place of authenticity, self-awareness, and personal growth. In today's episode, we are honored to have Jen McVann, a renowned sexual health expert, join us to delve into the topic of parenting down from our wisest self. Jen will share her expertise on cultivating self-awareness and internal validation and how it can positively influence intimacy in our relationship with self and partners. The concept of "parenting down" from our wisest self emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and personal growth in cultivating intimacy.   Self-awareness is the ability to consciously recognize and understand one's own thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and patterns of thinking. It involves developing a deep understanding of oneself, including strengths, weaknesses, values, and beliefs. Self-awareness is a fundamental component of personal growth and emotional well-being. By becoming more self-aware, individuals gain insight into their inner world, which can lead to greater clarity, self-acceptance, and the ability to make informed choices in life. Self-awareness allows us to recognize our triggers, biases, and emotional reactions, enabling us to respond to ourselves and our partner in a more thoughtful and compassionate manner. It helps us understand how our own upbringing and experiences may influence our relationship style and empowers us to make conscious changes if needed. Self-awareness is closely intertwined with emotional intelligence, which refers to the ability to perceive, understand, and manage our own emotions and the emotions of others. By developing self-awareness, we enhance our emotional intelligence, as we become more attuned to our own emotional landscape and are better equipped to empathize with and support our emotional needs. Join Dr. DelRae and Dr. Jennie's Unlocking Intimacy Course with guest expert, Jen McVann to cultivate deeper connection and greater intimacy. Launching June 24th: https://wellspoken-inner-circle.mn.co/landing/plans/297467 As always, we appreciate you and your desire to help us share educational and empowering content. Subscribe, review and share The Wellspoken Podcast!

In this week's episode, we delve into the fascinating world of intimacy and relationships with Dr. Jennie Hilleren. Join us as we explore ways to overcome limiting beliefs surrounding intimacy, enhance women's sexual health, and embrace vulnerability in our connections with others. Our guest, Dr. Jennie Hilleren, is a well-spoken mental health expert with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health, wellness, and education. With a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Ph.D. in Health Psychology, Dr. Hilleren brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. She is also an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and a professor at St. Mary’s University. Driven by her passion for creating safe spaces, Dr. Hilleren helps individuals explore and navigate their relationships in all aspects of their lives. Join us in this thought-provoking interview as Dr. Jennie Hilleren shares her expertise and insights on unlocking intimacy and building healthier, more fulfilling relationships. KEY POINTS: Understanding and addressing limiting beliefs that hinder intimacy and relationships Exploring women's sexual health and empowering conversations around it Embracing vulnerability as a pathway to deeper intimacy Practical tips for fostering healthy connections and communication in relationships CONNECT: Connect with DelRae Messer on Instagram | Website Connect with Dr. Jennie Hil on Instagram | Psychology Today | LinkedIn

This week, DelRae sits down with Tony’s Chocolonely's Inspire to Actress, Joke Aerts (that’s pronounced Yo-ka) who is growing Tony’s Open Chain, founded by Tony's Chocolonely. Joke has over 20 years of both field and market experience in nonprofit sustainable agriculture work and sustainability standards (Rainforest Alliance, FSC, RSPO, Fairtrade). When she isn’t fighting for sustainable livelihoods and land use, you can find Joke with her head in a book, in the kitchen cooking something (probably Japanese or Korean, lately), or getting some fresh air with her sketchbook in hand. ABOUT TONY'S Tony’s believes that their 5 Sourcing Principles (100% traceable beans, paying a higher price that enables a living income, strong farmers, long-term relationships, and quality & productivity) form the foundation of bringing equality into the cocoa value chain. Tony's wants to inspire other chocolate brands to do the same by joining them in their way of working in the Open Chain and becoming mission allies. Tony's believes that together, everyone can change the norm in the chocolate industry. EPISODE QUESTIONS: Tell us about what brought you to where you are today. How do you define “Social Impact,” and measure the success of a Social Enterprise? Paint a picture for us, how would a world that puts farmers first create equity and sustainability in the Cocoa Industry? Tell us your strategy around collaboration and what that looks like? What do you believe has shaped your consciousness around building an equitable business model? Do you have any personal or professional failures that have helped shaped who you are? How do you find Work/Life Integration and Well-Being as a Working Mom? How do you practice Self-Care? Tell us what your top three values are and why? What advice would you have for aspiring social impact entrepreneurs? What resources and networks do you suggest they seek out? What are questions a young professional should ask if they’re seeking out a company that they want to align with when it comes to their social values and mission? What kind of legacy do you want to leave? RESOURCES: "Cocoa traders and processors make little distinction between certified and non-certified cocoa. It's all heaped together in one big pile and used by Western choco-giants. If you buy a bar of chocolate made with certified cocoa you know that somewhere in the world the equivalent quantity of certified beans was purchased. But they're not necessarily in your bar." - Want to learn more about the Cocoa Industry and how Tony's is making a difference in it? Visit Tony's Chocolonely on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ CONNECT: Connect with DelRae Messer on Instagram | Website Connect with Joke Aerts on LinkedIn