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BEChange Podcast

by Seconde Nimenya

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/seconde-nimenya/subscribeAward-winning author, TEDx speaker and diversity and inclusion practitioner Seconde Nimenya shares insights on how to overcome challenges in life, and become the best version of ourselves in the process. BEChange Podcast is a show in which you gain insights on self-improvement and self-empowerment, getting you to think in new and different ways about life and its moments.

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Episodes

  1. Healing Inner Wounds: Evolve, Inspire and Empower

    Healing Inner Wounds: You deserve peace and joy. Take a listen to these insights, enjoy and share. For more inspiration, check out these resources: - Books and Writing Workshop Contact us for more information.

  2. Life Skills for the Teen Years and Beyond: My interview On WSBA Radio

    In this interview on WSBA Radio, I talked about my book for teens and young adults, "A Long Way to School: A Story of Overcoming Challenges and Never Giving Up." We discussed some of the life skills we need to teach young people so they can navigate life better in this changing world. Want to…

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  3. A Millennial Conversation: Some Take Aways

    This episode is an excerpt of a conversation I had with a group of diverse millennials a few years ago, and we talked about the challenges they face as new graduate entering the workplace, and how they can reconcile the generational gaps. Enjoy!

  4. Happy International Women's Day

    In this episode, I offer some reflections on the state of women's empowerment, where they have been, and how far they can go. How are you celebrating being a woman, or celebrating the women in your life? Share your perspectives, and let's continue this conversation. Connect with Seconde Nimenya…

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  5. LAST WEEK OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Reflections on Critical Race Theory

    This episode was originally recorded in October of 2021 as my reflections on 'Critical Race Theory' (or CRT in short), as we were getting ready to vote in local elections in November, 2021; and there was a question on people's minds as to whether CRT should be mandatory as a class taught in…

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  6. Black History Month Reflections with Seconde Nimenya

    For those who may not know, Black History Month (BHM) started as a way to remember the history of the African and Black diaspora, and is celebrated in February of every year in the United States and Canada. How do we elevate the 'Race in America' conversation? By having a conversation about…

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  7. Seconde with Linda Bonnar on Bite-Size Ways to Transform Your Life

    In this episode of BEChange Podcast, I’m chatting with Linda Bonnar about her new book: JUST THREE THINGS: Bite-Size Ways to Transform Your Life, and how we can all create meaningful transformations in our lives by making small changes, while reducing overwhelm. We also talk about what is known…

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  8. BECHANGE SPECIAL: Building Meaningful Connections

    This episode was originally published on January 1st, 2022. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Shari Foos explains her concept she calls The Narrative Method and how to use it to build healthy relationships and meaningful connections. BECHANGE Podcast is a podcast where we feature…

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  9. Mental Health and Cultural Diversity

    In this episode, I shared the importance of having brave conversations on mental health through the lens of cultural differences. Check out my newest book, Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences, available on Amazon and wherever else books are sold. And if...

  10. The Soul Of a Writer and Evolving Through Adversity

    This episode features a conversation I had with my TEDx mentor, Ken Harvey on their Check It Out Podcast. I talked about my experiences of overcoming adversity from childhood to my adulthood, becoming a first time author, and the process of writing my memoir: Evolving Through Adversity. I also...

  11. Don't Let Your Past Define Who You Are

    In this episode, author and inspirational speaker Seconde Nimenya shares her inspiring story in a conversation with Carol Graham, host of Never Ever Give Up Hope podcast. Seconde shared her story she wrote in an international award-winning memoir, EVOLVING THROUGH ADVERSITY, capturing some of her...

  12. Critical Race Theory (What is It?)

    In today’s episode, I want to explore a topic that I’m hearing more and more these days, especially as we are getting ready to vote again in local elections this November 2nd, 2021. The topic that’s being talked about in schools, media and political spaces is called Critical Race Theory (or CRT…

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  13. The Soul of a Writer

    This episode features a conversation I had with my TEDx mentor, Ken Harvey of the Sno-Isle Libraries on their Check It Out Podcast. I shared about my experiences of becoming a first time author and first time TEDx speaker, as well as the process of writing my memoir: Evolving Through Adversity,...

  14. Introducing 'BEChange Podcast' with Seconde Nimenya

    This episode originally aired on Women Of Wisdom radio show, where author Seconde Nimenya was interviewed as part of her inspirational message for the Women of Wisdom (WOW) Conference in Seattle, and featured a conversation with Kris Steinnes, WOW Founder. Seconde shared what inspired her work as...

  15. Parenting Grown-Ups: A Mother’s Day Episode

    This month in celebration of Mother’s Day, I’m talking about parenting grown up kids in “Parenting Grown-Ups.” Listen and share your perspectives whether you have grown-up kids, or you are a grown-up yourself who feel like your parents are still wanting to raise you. Connect on Instagram:...

  16. Spring Renewal through the Power of Forgiving

    Welcome to Evolving Talk Series Podcast! In this episode, I share some insights on the power of forgiving, and debunk some of the myths that surround forgiveness and often make it hard for people to forgive. Learn how you can forgive, and use every experience to rise stronger. Need some resources...

  17. It's a Celebration: Happy International Women’s Day!

    It's a Celebration: Happy International Women’s Day and Women's History Month! In this episode of Evolving Talk Series, I talk about the progress women have made worldwide, the challenges they still face and potential solutions. Some of the topics include: how to empower women, stopping cultural...

  18. How and Why To Heal Your Inner Child

    How do you find peace from within, when your inner child is being difficult? There are many ways your inner child acts out to get you to pay attention. It may be through being jealous, judgmental, fearful of rejections, self-doubting, hateful, depressed, angry, rebellious, and other inner turmoil...

  19. Mental Health and Thriving in a New Normal

    BEST OF EVOLVING TALK SERIES PODCAST. In this episode, I discuss the importance of having brave conversations on Mental Health through the lens of cultural differences, and reveal some of the best ways to improve mental health. This episode originally aired in 2020, but is still relevant more now...

  20. America, We Need to Talk!

    In this special weekend episode, I talk about the importance of minding our words, especially when words can hurt others or dehumanize them. Words can heal, but words can also hurt. And in light of the insurrection at the US Capitol building on Wednesday January 6, 2021, and the resulting call to...

  21. Most Important Ingredient to Build Better Relationships

    As we end 2020, and reflect on how hard a year it has been for many people across the world, here is your inspiration to help you fix relationship issues, and move into the new year 2021 better equipped to have better relationships that bring out the best in you. Listen for free, subscribe on…

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  22. To Be or Not to Be Vaccinated: African Americans and Vaccination Mistrust in the Age of Covid-19

    In this special episode, I want us to explore the recent news of a COVID-19 vaccine, and what it means to some communities of color, particularly the African American community. In the last couple of weeks, two biotechnology companies came forward with news of a COVID-19 vaccine, saying that it…

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  23. Mental Health Through the Lens of Cultural Differences

    In this episode, I share the importance of having brave conversations on mental health through the lens of cultural differences. Check out my newest book, Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences, available on Amazon, and wherever else they sell books. And…

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  24. Passion, Purpose and You: Listeners' Favorite Episode

    Listen to our most popular episode on aligning your passions with a purpose to move forward in life. Enjoy other episodes and share your favorite. Seconde Nimenya is the author of her newest book, Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences, a timely and...

  25. National Women's Equality Day: Unlocking Women’s Potential by Seconde Nimenya

    August 26, 2020 marked the celebration of 100 years of Women's Voting Rights in the United States. This episode is an excerpt of some of the reflections I shared in a presentation at a Women’s Equality Day event in Boston, MA, to remind us all how far women have come since they were allowed to…

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  26. Unlocking Diversity with Brave Conversations on Race

    Racial healing is something we all need to work on regardless of our racial backgrounds. In today’s Unlocking Diversity episode, I’m talking about the importance of having brave conversations on race matters. I'm also hosting several race conversations, and my upcoming race talks online is on...

  27. Seconde on Becoming a Diversity Advocate/ Includes Book Chapter Excerpt

    In today’s Unlocking Diversity series episode, I share my journey to becoming a diversity and inclusion advocate, and why it’s important for all of us to learn from our diverse stories, share our human experiences with one another, and build a better world where everyone can thrive and fulfill...

  28. Race in America: the Big Elephant in the Room

    I’m grateful for the opportunity to share the release of my new book, “Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences” with all of you. On this podcast episode, I share what the book is about, and why I wrote it. This is not about having all the answers to our...

  29. Seconde Nimenya Presents: UNLOCKING DIVERSITY

    I have exciting news! My new book titled, "Unlocking Diversity: How to Create Inclusive Cultures in a World of Differences" is coming out this summer. This book is about everything I have learned when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion, and how we come together to live our human...

  30. Seconde Nimenya: Overcoming Our Human Condition

    “Let no man pull you so low, as to hate him.” - Martin Luther King Jr. In this special episode, Seconde shares insights on overcoming our human condition, because we all want to be loved for who we are, to be told that we matter, and we have a purpose to fulfill. How do you deal with people of...

  31. Seconde Nimenya: Teaching People How to Treat You

    In this episode, Seconde Nimenya shares the importance of teaching people how to treat you. Find more inspiration in her book Evolving Through Adversity, connect on social media, and share your comments and questions. To contact Seconde check out her website and click the Contact Page on:...

  32. Seconde Nimenya: Financial Literacy with Guest Tiffany Brinkley

    I think financial education should begin in elementary school. Yet, many people finish college without proper financial education, and it is no wonder money is a top anxiety inducer, especially now that we are going through tough times because of the coronavirus pandemic. In this episode, I sat...

  33. Seconde Nimenya: Evolving Through Uncertainty

    May is Mental Health Month, and in this episode, author and diversity advocate Seconde Nimenya shares a few insights on improving our mental health, and changing for the better, especially in times of uncertainty like the times we are living now in during the corona virus pandemic. Share how you...

  34. Seconde Nimenya: Healing the Child Within

    Author Seconde Nimenya shares how to heal our childhood traumas, especially by acknowledging our inner child’s unmet needs and how to heal our past emotional pains. You can find the books mentioned in this episode on: Amazon or SecondeNimenya.com, click on books. Subscribe, rate, review and share...

  35. Seconde Nimenya: Connecting Your Passions with a Purpose

    In this episode of Evolving Talk Series Podcast, Seconde Nimenya shares the five key elements of finding and pursuing your passions, and how to connect all the dots that link to your life’s purpose. Enjoy and share, find link below. To get a copy of Seconde’s books, sign up for inspirational...

  36. Seconde Nimenya: Reconciling Past and Present to Move Forward

    In this episode, author, inspirational speaker and diversity advocate Seconde Nimenya shares the third and last step in her transformational model, the RRU Model, or Reflect, Rectify and Unite Model. Seconde talks about how to overcome challenges by reconciling your past and present, which is…

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  37. Seconde Nimenya: Evolving Through Change

    In this episode of Evolving Talk Series Podcast, author, inspirational speaker and diversity advocate Seconde Nimenya shares how to evolve through adversity by doing what she calls, RECTIFY. Learn how you can change and grow by shifting your mindset and increasing your energy level. Need more...

  38. Seconde Nimenya: Rising Strong Through Forgiveness

    In this episode, Seconde Nimenya answers a listener’s question on personal improvement, shares the power of forgiveness, and debunks some of the myths that surround forgiveness and often make it hard for people to forgive. Learn how you can forgive, and use every experience to rise stronger. Need...

  39. Seconde Nimenya: Owning Your Happiness

    Have you ever wondered why some people are naturally happy, while others are not? Well, if you’re not genetically designed to be happy, don’t worry; help is here! In this podcast, author and diversity advocate Seconde Nimenya shares some insights on where true happiness lies. Make sure you...

  40. Seconde Nimenya: Loving Yourself Is Not Selfish

    In this episode, Seconde Nimenya says that the best love is the love of self and clarifies why it’s the best way to attract meaningful and trustworthy relationships. She also shares what she has learned about love in her own life, a story she shared in her award-winning memoir, Evolving Through...

  41. Seconde Nimenya: Healing Your Inner Wounds

    In this episode of Evolving Talk Series Podcast, author, inspirational speaker and diversity advocate Seconde Nimenya shares insights on why it’s important to look inside ourselves and heal our inner wounds. Your outward reaction is usually an indication of how you’re feeling on the inside and...

  42. Seconde Nimenya: Building Trust in Relationships

    Building loving relationships starts and goes hand in hand with building trustworthiness. Thank you for coming to the school of life with us! In this episode, Seconde Nimenya talks about the importance of building strong relationships full of trust, and shares a few insights on building TRUST…

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  43. Introducing: Evolving Talk Series Podcast

    Join award-winning author and diversity and inclusion advocate Seconde Nimenya in these Evolving Talk Series, as she unlocks and debunks some myths, shares ideas, experiences and stories that make us relatable to one another, and reflect the universal longing for human connection and acceptance.…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/seconde-nimenya/subscribeAward-winning author, TEDx speaker and diversity and inclusion practitioner Seconde Nimenya shares insights on how to overcome challenges in life, and become the best version of ourselves in the process. BEChange Podcast is a show in which you gain insights on self-improvement and self-empowerment, getting you to think in new and different ways about life and its moments.

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