It is time to reflect, refresh and let the creativity flow. Therefore, the Authentic Wednesday Podcast is taking a podcast pause. We will come back with more content and guests in July 2020. This is a great time to catch up on episodes, especially if you are new to the podcast. If you have listened to all episodes it might be a good time to go back take notes or share them with your family and friends. *** Top Authentic Wednesday Podcast Episodes with guests 1. Welcoming Authenticity in your 30's with Keisha Reaves 16. Vulnerability Set Me Free with Dr. Key 26. Authentically Loving with Intention with Dwayne Nosworthy Top Authentic Wednesday Podcast Solo Episodes with Bianca Hughes 2. Embracing Unexpected Adjustments 20. The Painful Struggle of Perfectionism 23. Over Consuming Information *** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website    

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In this episode my authentic conversation is with Dr Bessie Stewart-Banks. She courageously shares a season in her life where she almost gave up! She takes off the mask and shares her experience of marriage, divorce, suicide and emotional healing.Episode Highlights Overcoming shame  Infidelity Divorce   Idolization in romantic relationships  Turning to God for emotional healing  Finding yourself through God Opening up your life to help others Combating suicidal ideation  Knowing your worth  *** Special Guest: Dr Bessie Stewart Banks Dr Bessie Stewart-Banks Instagram Dr Bessie Stewart-Banks Facebook Books by Bessie Resources Shared on Show Books Woman Thou Art Loosed (Amazon Affiliate Link) Battlefield of the Mind (Amazon Affiliate Link) No More Sheets (Amazon Affiliate) *** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website  

32. How I Almost Gave Up with Dr Bessie Stewart-Banks

In this episode I shed light on the comparison trap. What it looks like, how it feels, where it begins and how it prevents us from connecting to our authentic self. I share my own battle with comparing myself to others and ways you can break free from comparison.   *** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website

31. Breaking Out of the Comparison Trap

In this episode my guest Kelli Willard authentically shares her story of being diagnosed with ADD as an adult and loving all the brains in her neurodiverse household. Episode Highlights Authenticity as alignment with who God made you to be Wearing the mask of having it all together Letting go of control to let go the mask Viewing ADD as a superpower Building a relationship with your brain Encouraging people to be curious about how their brain works. *** Special Guest: Kelli Willard Kelli Willard Instagram Website Resources Shared on Show Books NeuroTribes (Amazon Affilate Link) Magazine Additude Magazine Website Understood.org Instagram hashtags to follow #actuallyautistic #unmasking *** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website  

30. Learning to Love My Neurodivergent Brain with Kelli Willard

Missing the mark causes burden and shame. It can stop us for reaching our full potential because we are carrying the weight of the burden and shame. In this week's episode you will discover ways to let go the burden of missing the mark so it no longer impacts you your self-esteem. Resources Shared on Show Atomic Habits (Amazon Affiliate Link) Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook Authentic Wednesday Podcast Website    

29. Letting Go The Burden of Missing The Mark

In this weeks episode Gorgeous West bravely shares her story of choosing to swim rather than sink  when her father passed away. She vulnerable shares how her definition of authenticity (no limits) enabled her to keeping swimming towards the horizon rather than sink and turn back to familiarity. Episode Highlights  Not allowing others to set limits on you  Raising your hand to ask for help from your support system. Looking beyond the horizon Pushing Through Leaning on your faith Self-care in the midst of grieving and transitions  *** Special Guest Gorgeous West www.fixingthefixer.com Gorgeous West Instagram Gorgeous West Facebook Resources Shared on the Show Therapy for Black Girls Podcast Nedra Tawwab Instagram The Four Agreements (Amazon Affiliate Link) Your a badass  **** Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook

28. Choosing to Sink or Swim with Gorgeous West

In this episode I share my heart on what does it really look like to love others as yourself as a Christian? The loving yourself part is missed for some people of Christian faith as it is easy to become  more focused on loving others. I share on why it is important to love yourself so you can fulfil the commandant to love others. Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook

Are you Loving Yourself in Order to Love Others?

In this episode I have an authentic conversation with Dwayne Nosworthy on his journey of loving with intentionality. We dive into the importance of love and respect as the foundation of connection and the core to everything. He shares his heart on the joys and challenges of the authenticity ride. Episode Highlights Defining Love Men and vulnerability Ancestral pain and healing The heart behind an apology Feeding your authentic self AAEE Syndrome: Acknowledge, Accept, Embrace and Experience (your emotions) Special Guest Dwayne Nosworthy Instagram Dwayne Nosworthy Facebook Dwayne Nosworthy   Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook    

26. Authentically Loving with Intention with Dwayne Nosworthy

Anger is an uncomfortable feeling. However, it provides information on other feelings we are experiencing and is a symptom of a bigger problem. In this episode I share ways we can get in touch with our anger and become more understanding of the other feelings associated with our anger. The Anger Iceberg Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook www.biancakhughes.com  

25. What is Underneath the Anger?

In this episode my guest is Laetita Phan a French coaching psychologist in New Caledonia. She openly shares her passion for radical vulnerability as a way to connect to our authentic self and develop authentic relationships.  Episode Highlights  Authenticity being a two way street How being authentic creates authentic reactions from people  Living in a culture that is anti- discomfort  The importance of acknowledging your defence mechanisms What it means to be human  Facing peoples response to your authenticity Creating relationships where you can tell your truth The importance of stopping to look inside to be authentic  Emotional badassery  www.laetitiaphan.com Laetitia Phan Instagram Resources shared on show Ted Talks Brene Brown Harriet Lerner  All About Love: New Visions By Bell Hooks (Amazon Affiliate Link) Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook

24. Radical Vulnerability with Laetitia Phan

There are various reason as to why we feel overwhelmed. In this episode I share have the over consumption of information can cause us to feel overwhelmed and anxious. I openly share my own experience of feeling overwhelmed from over consuming information. In addition, to providing ways to declutter our mind like we declutter our house.  Authentic Wednesday Instagram Authentic Wednesday Facebook www.biancakhughes.com 

23. Over Consuming Information

In part two of the conversation with Carlton Mackey we dive into the various healing practices and disciplines he incorporates into his life that help him live authentically. He also shares on how his transformation has positively enhanced his connection and interaction with black men and Black Men Smile® Episode Highlights Behind the scenes of running a business second guessing yourself  Tuning into the vision within Being still to quiet the distractions Stretching as a form of healing and being still The value of giving feedback and gratitude The introvert and lonely life of an artist  Encouraging and loving on other black men When what we think is a mistake becomes our biggest success  The importance of taking time to recognise you are a change agent Special Guest: Carlton Mackey www.blackmensmile.com Black Men Smile Instagram Black Men Smile Facebook Black Men Smile Twitter   #authenticwednesdaypodcast Authentic Wednesday Podcast Instagram Authentic Wednesday Podcast Facebook  

22. Radically Pursing Who I Want To Be with Carlton Mackey (Pt.2)

The conversation in this episode had such a presence of authenticity, thought provoking nuggets and beauty that I had to make it into two parts. This is part one of my conversation with Carlton Mackey, the founder of Black Men Smile®. He elaborates on the transformation he is going through as a result of therapy and  becoming more honest with himself, even when it was scary. He dives into the process of learning to love himself. Episode Highlights Authenticity being courageous in today's world How the fear of rejection blocks authenticity The importance of taking time to listen to yourself   Utilizing therapy as a mirror  and help you grow  The importance of communicating your needs Feeling empowered by embracing your sensitive nature  How being free helps other people to be free Pushing past fear  Special Guest: Carlton Mackey www.blackmensmile.com Black Men Smile Instagram Black Men Smile Facebook Black Men Smile Twitter   #authenticwednesdaypodcast Authentic Wednesday Podcast Instagram Authentic Wednesday Podcast Facebook

22. Radically Pursing Who I Want To Be with Carlton Mackey (Pt.1)

In this episode Kenisha and I have an authentic sisterhood conversation on what it means to be authentic with yourself and the world. We share our experiences of growing up in a Caribbean household as 1st generations and how it has shaped us into the women we are today. Kenisha openly shares what happened when she became more present with herself and stopped being the strong friend.  Episode Highlights Having a rebel heart is part of authenticity Learning to be more authentic with yourself  Knowing your destiny is bigger than where you grew up.  Being homeless as a child Find your voice despite traumatic experiences The benefits of travelling Developing a world view as a child. Growing up with parents who allow you to thing big and expand your imagination  Financial literacy  Coming from a lineage of trauma  Special Guest: Kenisha B. McIntosh Website www.kenishabmcintosh Facebook Instagram Kenisha B. McIntosh My Tribe Essentials   I Am Enough Perfectionism Support Group Authentic Wednesday Podcast Instagram Authentic Wednesday Podcast Facebook #authenticwednesdaypodcast

21. Being Authentic With Yourself with Kenisha B. McIntosh

In this episode I share my struggle and pain with perfectionism. I share what it is like to be in a perfectionism cycle that often has nothing to do with anyone else but me. My hope is that this episode will help you understand and see perfectionism from a different angle. Resources Shared on Show " I am Enough" - Perfectionism Support Group Therapy for Perfectionism in Atlanta Bianca Hughes Speaking Enquiry   https://www.instagram.com/authenticwednesdaypodcast/ #authenticwednesdaypodcast  

20. The Painful Struggle of Perfectionism

Embrace your imperfections and authentically be you! Join Bianca Hughes, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and her guests as they vulnerably share their behind the scenes stories of giving themselves permission to take off their mask, let go of expectations, and embrace their own path of freedom and authentic connection with themselves, loved ones and the world.

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