In episode, Stephanie Renzulli and Mercia discuss her personal story of intimacy, sex and life after trauma.  Listen in as we explore how she took the steps towards healing and growth in sex, her body, and life after trauma.  Stephanie is a counselor in Oregon, serving both perpetrators and survivors of domestic violence. 

Sex After Trauma with Stephanie Renzulli

In this episode, the focus is on the topic of sex after traumatic events. Here you will here as Dr. Sida shares her experience as a sex and relationships therapist in Los Angeles.  Dr Sida shares how  individuals recovering from a traumatic event, the symptoms and steps in treatment and support towards thriving.  (WARNING-POSSIBLE TRIGGER)

Sex After Trauma with Dr. Rossana Sida

In this episode, lets explore the manifestation of friendship through  recognizing our own behaviors (toxic and otherwise), healthy boundaries and honoring who we are becoming as the friendships reflect this space. 

Wanted: Friendship

In this episode, Mercia interviews Adrienne Russell, The Brand Style Cultivator (TM). A DMV based personal brand stylist, fashion boutique owner, as well as a mother (of 3), wife and super Mom. We discuss how fashion can impact mental health and discuss ways to improve your style, while committing to the best you possible.  Adrienne provides tips and know how for every person needing a boost to their wardrobe. 

Psychology of Fashion

Life can throw some things at you...or in this case me. But I an hid and let it win or continue to understand me and I win. In this episode I share some of my recent struggles and working to get back up.  Take a listen and see if you can relate.  

I'm Trying

In this episode, Mercia explores the things we get to do, being in a different space, and moving forward in appreciation. Listen in and see what you can learn about appreciating the every day blessings.

Get To Do

In this episode Mercia explores how anti-Blackness can impact Indigenous culture. Take a listen as Jasmine Anderson, a descendant of the Pamunkey Indian Tribe in Virginia and Mercia talk about the experience of fighting for identity, acceptance and against prejudice.  

Anti-Blackness in Indigenous Land

This episode Mercia discusses her moving through the pandemic and how we can all work to do the same.  We will discuss things to identify and even add to find ways to utilize this time in a healthy way. 

Covid Blues and BS

In this episode join in on the conversation with Baroness Bree of the Fabulous Fuckery Podcast where we discuss life, growth and walking our truth.  We discuss ways to walk in our own light and putting a little more attention into ourselves.

Journey of Life with Baroness Bree

In this episode, we will discuss the importance of setting intentions when it is time to bring in some new goals and the necessary. We will focus on certain intentions to consider and the steps to make them possible.

Intentions Not Resolutions

In this episode, Mercia will discussed the experience of being Karen'd and her reaction. We will process the emotions that go along with this situation and how best to handle these kind of engagements. 

I Got Karen'd

In this episode, Life Coach and Relationship Gumbo Podcast Host, Derrick Jones and Mercia discussed how marriage and relationships are changing.  the fears, and the beauty.  The topic leads to a surprise appearance by Skye Cummings, Mercia's daughter.  

Marriage is a Four Letter Word

This episode, Mercia discusses her break and breakthroughs.  Take a listen and see how you can relate in connecting with yourself during this crazy time. 

The Return...Season 2

In this one year anniversary episode, Jessica Hurley, host of The Stranded Podcast and CEO of Instapodcast, joins in on the discussion about inspiration, standing in your own greatness and being proud as you walk in your purpose.  Come join us in the celebration of our first year and last episode of Counseling, Conversation and Motivation

Selfish Gems

Well this is the week before out one year anniversary and also the ending of Counseling, Conversations and Motivation. But don't go anywhere. We have one week left and a new name to follow in the coming weeks!!  This podcast is my quick explanation of why things will end and opening up to something new that is more....well....me. Take a listen!!!

The End to A New Beginnings

Have you ever had that moment when things just would not go your way? You just want to throw your hands up and walk away.  Well that was how this episode was even created, life decided to give me an obstacle and I had the choice, say 'F**k It' or Work with it.  Take a listen and find out what happened!!

Roll With the Punches

In this episode I am responding to a couple of DMs about how I made it in 13 years of marriage.  I will discuss the biggest things I had to do to truly be present in my marriage and with myself.  

Me, Vulnerable, Marriage, and ME

In this episode, we will discuss the concept of radical acceptance and being able to accept the things around us as they are and develop the right tolls to reach, change and respond.  

Radically Accepting

This episode we will discuss the theory of broken windows and the impact that the recent death of George Floyd has had on us and our communities.  

Broken Windows

I found myself today holding on to energy not for me.  I saw something that triggered emotions and thoughts I thought long gone about someone I felt betrayed by.  Take a listen to see what happens next and you may be surprised to see how it impacts you!

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