Skip to content
Be a Bridge podcast artwork

PODCAST · society

Be a Bridge

by Shikera Thomason

This post is an opportunity to understand and witness how bridges (healthy relationships)in the midst of life's changing circumstances can be positively impactful!

Publisher-supplied feed metadata · PodParley refreshed Jul 26, 2023 · Source feed

Episodes

  1. There's a season for everything

    In this episode, I discuss how the seasons of life are continually changing and how the transitions are necessary. Everything in each season is purposeful even if it has an element of certainty.

  2. Being right often creates wrong

    In this episode, I discuss how having an attitude of rightness creates wrong. I elaborate on how perspectives can perpetuate pain as well as how we can be better people.

  3. Ghetto-ology 101

    In this episode, I discuss the very active conceptual idea of escape-avoidance through Ghetto-ology that is running rampantly through our society.

  4. I did it to myself vs I did it for myself

    In this episode, I discuss berating myself for mistakes I made out of self-neglect, but learning to forgive myself and learn instead to improve for myself.

  5. Renewed, Refreshed, & Resparked

    In this episode, I discuss the vitality in being renewed and refreshed.. Additionally, I discuss how verbal and non-verbal communication can help you be resparked.

  6. It's the little things

    In this episode, I talk about how the little things matter so very much! Also, I encourage others to cherish the little things.

  7. Fishing from an unsteady bridge

    In this episode, fishing is discussed as analogy for life aspirations. Also, the unsteady bridge is used as a metaphor of life circumstances and people. Ultimately, I encourage the listener to not focus on the distractions, but on the goal with solidified inner-concentration.

  8. Intersections

    In this episode, I am going to discuss intersections as they relate to life and our growth as well as embracing the lesson within the intersection.

  9. You're really okay; believe it!

    In this episode, I address understanding that how you feel, life circumstances, others definitions of you, etc. does not determine how you are! You are better than okay!

  10. Understandings

    Revelations. The deeper revealing in what was originally conveyed.

  11. Recognizing safe and unsafe faith components as you heal

    In this episode, I describe ideations and attitudes that can be harmful to one's faith as they heal. I, also, discuss what postive things in relation to a faith commitment to look at while healing.

  12. That's just the way it is

    In this episode, I discuss " simple satisfaction" with our lives: where we are, what we feel, and releasing what does not serve us. Being content with the way things are.

  13. Are you spinning or stable?

    In this episode, I discuss the feeling of anxiety or what I call " spinning." Additionally, I discuss the roles ignoring and acknowledgment play in life stability and spinning.

  14. Severing Bridge

    Severing is a necessary occurrence at different juncture in our lives. In this episode, I discuss allowing the " nip and tuck" in certain areas of our lives that will produce fortitude, strength, etc.

  15. Heal4real

    In this episode, I talk about what it means to authentically heal or as I like to call it "Heal4real".

  16. Aspire to inspire yourself

    In this episode, I discuss how individual perspective of life events can stagnate or motivate a person as well as inspiration being internal first.

  17. Refreshing independently or with your tribe.

    In this episode, discuss refreshing and growing in the midst of a tribe and by ourselves.

  18. Don't allow confusion to confuse you!

    There may be confusion all around you in this world, but refuse to allow it to confuse you! In this episode, I discuss how to resist being altered by confusion, and instead being a loving bridge!

  19. Transforming and Transformation

    During this episode, I discuss how life is on a continuum of change and growth. We have a choice to embrace or resist changing.

  20. Are you transferring your wounds?

    In this episode, I discuss wounds and how transferring them are detrimental to the recipient who is in the path of your wound, and I discuss unpacking your wounds...

  21. You better recognize!

    In this episode, I discuss the origin of this phrase in my life as well as unpack recognition as it pertains to our lives, peace, plans, etc.

  22. As I grow

    In this episode, I discuss growth and how life experiences lend themselves to growing and ow individual growth leads to the growth of others.

  23. Belief: what you believe, who you believe, and how you believe

    In the episode, I talk about these facets of belief and how they can hinder and advance you life. Always remember and never forget: belief is powerful!

  24. Understanding and being understood

    In this episode, I discuss understanding others through active, empathic listening. I discuss the dynamics of understanding the heart of the person speaking and not just listening to respond...

  25. Good Things

    In this episode, I discuss how those hard, unexpected moments can lead to " Good Things." Life truly is a matter of perspective and our scope determines how we absorb as well as live our lives!

  26. The clearly invisible issue

    People often have unaddressed concerns in their lives due to familiarity and comfortability. In this episode, I discuss being gracious with those " clearly invisible issues" and having the courage to tackle them.

  27. The gift of time

    In this episode, I discuss time: how swiftly if passes by, how it often slows down, and encouraging you to enjoy time as a gift.

  28. Settling down doesn't mean you settle for down

    In this episode, I discuss the phrase " settling down" as it relates to signs of stability and maturity as well as elaborating never settling for the low places in our lives...

  29. Power of love

    In this episode, I discuss abiding, absorbing, and sharing the " Power of love" while being a bridge.

  30. Just be

    In this episode, I discuss learning to be where you are and show up for all of yourself ( physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually). We all have responsibilities and tasks, but we need to never allow those this to supercede being in the moment.

  31. Toxic Talk

    It is so much more than what you and others say! Toxic Talk begins with the person's mindset and heart condition. Tune in to learn more about what Toxic Talk is!

  32. Mothering Bridge

    Mothering is a beautiful way to bridge love to others. Not all mothers are biological. Some are spiritual mothers that are bridging difference in the lives of people in their community, occupation, and in the life of strangers...I discuss this and more on this week's episode.

  33. Bridging in your own life

    How do you show up for yourself by addressing your own hurt, wounds, and patterns? Can you truly support others when ignoring and denying your inner child wounds? I address all of these in this episode of " Be a bridge."

  34. The Shadow

    Do you understand shadows? In this episode I discuss, shadows: positive and negative. I elaborate on people who cast shadows out because the are insecure, uncomfortable , and unhealed...know your shadows.

  35. Your Moral Compass ( Moral Concept)

    In this episode, I discuss understanding that another person does not have the right to dictate others morality. You decide beloved...

  36. Hang On

    In this episode, I discuss the various definitions of the phrase " Hang On" and how to see more clearly the life nuggets of each definition.

  37. Movement and the motion of our essence

    When we have unexpected physical movement, that is often coupled with mental as well as spiritual movement. This type of motion causes us to grow individually and allows us to stretch others into growing!

  38. Interconnection between what I believe and who I am

    Has life events shaped what you believe or how you believe? In this episode, I discuss how there is an evident relationship between belief and your identity... Is it Helpful or Hurtful?

  39. Looking up in life

    Looking up spiritually is crucial. In the episode I discuss Looking up with hope when life seems daunting and hopeless.

  40. Tired, but pressing my way

    We all encounter moments of physical, spiritual, and mental exhaustion. In this episode, I discuss hanging on despite exhaustion and acknowledging that exhaustion won't last.

  41. Tada Surprise!

    In this episode, I discuss how unexpected life surprises are often how we obtain great nuggets of wisdom to share with others! Surprises do not have to deplete us, but help grow us!

  42. You might want to think it over

    Thinking over things is a normal occurrence. In this episode, I consider the importance of thinking things over without over thinking!

  43. Getting what you believe

    In this episode, I discuss the role our beliefs and disbelief has in what we receive. If we believe for things( healing, success, joy, etc.) only in theory and our hearts disagree, I know the sought after thing can be only imagined...our accomplished because you get what you believe!

  44. Time's up

    It is essential to understand that not all bridges are forever. In this episode I elaborate on that topic, and how attempting to extend a bridging relationship that is ending only fosters pain and deep lessons, but also the space for something anew

  45. Honestly, I'm just keeping it real

    In this episode, I talk about the importance of being authentic with yourself and others versus being inauthentic as well how or real or false demeanor impacts others.

  46. Matters of love

    Are you confused about what matters most? Do possessions outrank being a vessel of love? In this episode, I discuss why love matters most!

  47. New night, New day, New light, New way

    Is your perception limiting or making room for expansion? In this episode, I talk about understanding that our perception does not be another's viewpoint, and that difference should be respected as well as welcome!

  48. Faith Bridge

    What is a faith Bridge? What is the significance of living on the faith bridge daily? Can my bridging my faith enhance my life as well as others lives?

  49. Bridge in the moment

    In this episode, I talk about being in the moment of our own lives as well as addressing emotions that require being in the moment with ourselves.

  50. Hang on

    Life has unpredictable moments, heightened emotionality, and numerous uncertainties. In this episode, I discuss "hanging on" and believing for the leveling points as well as the lessons learned.

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

No topics indexed yet for this podcast.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

This post is an opportunity to understand and witness how bridges (healthy relationships)in the midst of life's changing circumstances can be positively impactful!

HOSTED BY

Shikera Thomason

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Be a Bridge have?

Be a Bridge currently has 104 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Be a Bridge about?

This post is an opportunity to understand and witness how bridges (healthy relationships)in the midst of life's changing circumstances can be positively impactful!

How often does Be a Bridge release new episodes?

Be a Bridge publishes regularly with 104 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.

Where can I listen to Be a Bridge?

You can listen to Be a Bridge on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts Be a Bridge?

Be a Bridge is created and hosted by Shikera Thomason.
URL copied to clipboard!