The Conscious Cut
By The Conscious Cut
The Conscious CutJun 02, 2021
Episode 40: Soul Space Lover
What is your relationship with spirituality? Whether you're just learning about it or want to grow your connection, TaNay Peters aka Imoorè Ayo of Onyx & Sage Healing Arts, is here to be your "spiritual concierge." In this episode, we talk about the meaning of spirituality and why it is important to listen to your spirit to achieve your highest purpose in life. Many thanks to TaNay for stopping by! Follow @soulspacelover to learn more or schedule a personal consultation.
Episode 39: Nurture Well
Episode 38: Walk By Faith
Note: This episode discusses domestic violence. If you or anyone you know is in danger, please find support 24/7 at the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or texting "START" to 88788.
Episode 37: Healing Yourself
This episode features Gariel Esters, a proponent of positivity, who shares how overcoming addiction has helped to cultivate a more sustainable way of life. Tune in to hear why prioritizing self-care is important to self-growth as well as suggestions to implement into your everyday routine. Many thanks to @thereal_gigiblu888 for joining. Be sure to follow for more inspiration!
Note: This episode discusses drug abuse. Listener discretion is advised. If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, please call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 in case of an emergency or the Substance Abuse and Addiction Hotline at (844) 289-0879 for 24/7 support.
Episode 36: All Vintage Everything
Episode 35: Mind Your Stories
Sharon teaches us how to turn tragedy into triumph through storytelling. Tune in to gain some practical tips for dealing with life's toughest moments and how to effectively write it all out.
Your words are powerful. Listen up and mind your stories! Many thanks to @sharonnyreewilliams. Be sure to follow for more thought-provoking work.
Note: This episode briefly depicts a traumatic event that includes gun violence and PTSD. Listener discretion is advised. If you or anyone you know needs help, call 9-1-1 in the case of a life-threating emergency or text HOME to 741-741 for crisis intervention.
Episode 34: The Thrift Shift
Episode 33: Follow Your Bliss
Episode 32: Holding the Vision
Episode 31: Knowledge is Power
When is the last time you read something that made you really think? Our next guest challenges you to dig deep(er) into history, starting with yourself then expanding to your community. Charles Hannah founded Third Eye Books, Accessories and Gifts LLC alongside his wife, Michelle Lewis, as a safe space for folks across the African diaspora (and their allies) to heal, learn, and grow. Tune in and find out what all they have in store. *Pun intended!* Special thanks to @thirdeyebag.
Episode 30: Single Use Detox
Our next guest Pallavi Pande of Dtocs, a palm leaf tableware brand based in Portland. The level of enthusiasm and excitement Pallavi brings to helping others lead cleaner lives is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in and learn how to say bye-bye to plastic utensils for good and receive a special offer! ***We know that making sustainable life and style changes can be tough! To support you in your transition, our sponsor BetterHelp - the world's largest therapy service - is available to meet your needs via text, chat, phone, or video call. Go to https://betterhelp.com/TCC for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. #sponsored
Episode 29: The Sweetest Treat
If you have a sweet tooth, beware! Our next guest, Ashanti Mayfield of Creamy Cone Cafe, is a mother of two on a mission to serve up happiness by the scoop! Tune in to find out why motherhood inspired this commitment and how the lessons can be applied to taking care of yourself and your community. Special thanks to @creamyconecafe!
Episode 28: Beyond Beauty
If this resonates, this episode is for you. Elizabeth shares how rue Santé has acted a "healing balm" through life's toughest moments and ways you can incorporate the Mindfulness-Based Self-Care™ into your daily routine. Special thanks to @ruesante.
***Warning: This episode mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is considering suicide or struggling with their mental health, please call 911, 988 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for help.
Episode 27: Leading with Authenticity
Trustworthiness? Kindness? Organization? Respectfulness?
Our next guest, @twinanobles, found the key is leading with authenticity. Whether you are responsible for just yourself or others matters not; it's all about understanding the magnitude of your impact. Tune in to hear a powerful testimony that will encourage you to own every chapter of your story and use it to create your unique leadership style.
Special thanks to @twinanobles.
Episode 26: A Kaleidoscope of Love
Episode 25: The Butterfly Effect
Change is inevitable. Everything and everyone is in constant flux. Figuring out how to manage it all can be quite overwhelming. Our next guest, Alana Belle - a spirit-led educator, facilitator, speaker and mentor, is no stranger to dealing with the highs and lows of life. Tune in to hear a bit of her story and receive some sage advice. Special thanks to @alanabellecreative.
***Warning: This episode mentions suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is considering suicide or struggling with their mental health, please call 911, 988 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for help. ***Edit: The next episode will air on February 1, 2023.
Episode 24: Visionary Leadership
Episode 23: The Power of Influence in Style
Lashonya is an internationally published Fashion Stylist with a talent for business and marketing. With a passion for serving the community, she has also leveraged her social media to bring awareness to 30+ small businesses.
Find her @style.in.pnw on all social media platforms.
Episode 22: Prosperity for Eight Generations
is on a mission to bring real Native art to all. Situated in the iconic Pike Place Market, Eighth Generation, is a Native-owned and artist-centric lifestyle brand working to combat cultural appropriation with their authentic Native-designed home goods and products. Listen to learn the difference between "inspired Natives" and Native-inspired, so you don't get caught slipping.
Special thanks to Colleen and @eighthgeneration!
Episode 21: Building with Love, Respect and Care
Episode 20: Curating for Social Impact
The Cura Co. is a space for discovering and cultivating your impact as a global citizen, through mindfulness workshop or collaborating with local and international artisan partners.
Special thanks to Kiko!
Shop, attend events, or stay in touch @cura_collective.
Episode 19: Traveling While Black
Episode 18: Collect & Invest Your Coins
Yes? No? Maybe so? Our next guest, Lamar Hammond is a Branch Manager of a US Bank in the Greater Seattle area. Having worked in the industry for 11 years, Lamar has become an expert on money and people management - helping the community with their financial needs.
He answers our biggest questions and tells us how to build better habits, personally and professionally. Special thanks to Lamar for stopping by!
If you have specific questions, connect on LinkedIn at Pedro Hammond or reach out via e-mail at pedro.hammond@usbank.com.
Episode 17: Get Well Soon
Episode 16: Entrepreneurship 101
Episode 15: Harmonics for Abundance
She offers a comprehensive treatment system of Western medicine and Eastern practices using Reiki, energy healing, and sound work to create harmony in the mind, body, and spirit.
Listen now to hear her tips and techniques to help relieve stagnation, restore our whole being, increase happiness and bring forth abundance in all areas of our lives.
Special thanks to Meesa! To book a session or learn more, connect with her @harmonics.253.
Episode 14: Sized Out
After witnessing the negative effects these challenges were having on clients, she repositioned herself from stylist to activist, calling out brands to embrace individuality through inclusivity.
Special thanks to Nancy!
If you're interested in hosting a clothing drive or donating your time, connect with her at NancyL@dfsseattle.org.
Episode 13: Making Fashion A Force For Good
We're kicking off 2022 with a very special guest - Ayesha Barenblat, CEO and founder of Remake, a sustainable fashion non-profit organization that's on a mission to change the industry’s harmful practices on people and our planet.
Through education, advocacy and transparency, Ayesha's vision for Remake and the fashion community is to make sustainability accessible and inclusive to all.
For more on Remake, visit www.remake.world.
Episode 12: A Conscious Call to Action
We’ll start with the top three episodes that resonate with you all the most...