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For The Greater Good!
by Shanel Dubique and Uzoamaka Orjiako
Taking the work, and perspective of our transformative life experiences into the journey of healing.Truth and clarity is found and shared in both insights and actionable steps.We have felt inspired and hope you do as well when you see your personal healing as tied to community and even a global change.We are guides and fellow travelers with you, not distant experts, but as real people with curiosity, wisdom, and humility.Come journey with us.
Episodes
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FTGG Ep. 20: Who Gets the Best Version of You?
Every day we're making unconscious investments of our emotional energy; where are we "spending" ourselves and what version of ourselves are we bringing home. In this episode we are exploring a very silent, confronting conversation of the quiet reality that the people we love, and even we…
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FTGG: Ep.19: Trauma Tax- How Former Emotional Threats Cost Us the Freedom to Be Experienced in Future Relationships
What if the greatest cost of trauma isn't what happened to you... but what it continues to charge you years later? Exactly what we are talking about in this episode- Trauma Tax: the emotional price we unknowingly continue to pay in relationships that never created the original wound. Our nervous...
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FTGG: Ep. 18: Soft Life, Soft Boundaries
Explored in this episode is the conversation of having a soft life and soft boundaries in life.
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FTGG Ep.17: Money, Power and Self-Worth: Why Women Undervalue Themselves
In this episode, we have many questions about money, the power it gives to take away and the value of self-worth it instructs on someone's life. T We explore childhood memories and attachment of money and the security it keeps us chasing. 2. Do you think many women are actually chasing financial...
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FTGG Ep.16: You Don’t Need To Catch Up
Some of us are exhausted not because life is too heavy… but because we’re racing towards or against invisible timelines. In this episode, Shanel and l focus on the pressure to “catch up” — little do we know but this is a quiet anxiety of feeling behind, watching others move faster, and wondering...
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FTGG EP. 15: I thought I was healing...BUT I was distracting myself
This episode of ForTheGreaterGood is so foundational to the people we are, and have been working on.It is for the people who look like they’re healing on the outside… but deep down know they’ve been staying busy to avoid themselves. In this honest and reflective conversation, we unpack what…
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FTGG Ep. 14: What Are You Building From
What Are You Building From? This episode compels us to answer a few important questions about how we are building our lives What is actually fueling the life I’m creating right now? Are we building from fear? Healing? Pressure? Freedom? Habit? Survival? Listen to the episode and see for yourself,...
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FTGG Ep.13: The War Within, The War Outside
A real thought-provoking dialogue unfolds in this episode especially relevant in the current human state and existence climate we are in. In this episode, share in the dialogue on while wars are framed through politics, borders, and strategy, who really pays the costs?- Human lives; families,...
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FTGG Ep. 12: Now What...?
Episode 12: Now What...? Now What? No Shame, No Pressure. Our last episode was a pause long enough to hear ourselves again. Today’s episode takes us to the where something new begins where motivation usually ends.
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FTGG Ep 11: What is One Thing...?
Because, we know, by the time March came around, many of us would have already forgotten about our 2026 goals and begun to feel overwhelmed- this episode is a gentle reset. In this episode of ForTheGreaterGood, we take it seriously casual asking burning questions to check into the space and time…
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FTGG Ep. 10: Love Without Performance
Have you ever felt exhausted from loving too hard? What happens when love is no longer something we need to perform to earn- but something we allow? In this episode, we explore the quiet ways we have learned to perform love in order to feel chosen, safe or worthy of its reciprocity. From...
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FTGG Ep. 9: Loving Yourself When You Were Taught to Endure
Many time in love, and life we are taught a very quiet lesson- that the highest virtue and value of love was to endure; endure through what and why. Was surviving the same as living? Does every love really need sacrifices? Uzo and Shanel discovers their own strength in the conversation on…
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FTGG Ep.8: The Journey of Self Discovery
Press play—and let care, not pressure, lead the way. Happy New Year!January doesn’t arrive quietly—it arrives carrying pressure, reflection, and expectation. Episode 8, though episode 1 for the year 2026, we slow the noise and invite you into a gentler beginning. This episode is so deeply…
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FTGG Ep.7: Finding Purpose After Burnout
Episode 7 welcomes a close on 2025 where so many of use gave all we could and might have burnt out without realizing it. Burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes it creeps in quietly,disguised as “I’m just tired,” “I’ll push through,” or “ this is what I amsuppose to be doing.” But eventually, the...
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FTGG Ep.6: Self-Acceptance and Self-Cultivation
What are we really searching for when we say we’re searching for "self"? A heavy, and monumental question on the quest that is life... What do we search for in the words of finding self, living authentically, or self-discovery, as if who we are is something lost, waiting to be uncovered. Consider...
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FTGG Ep.5: The Ties That Bind Community
Featured Guest: Evanis Hart- Actor and Community Activist. The Ties That Bind Community takes on a deep and human conversation on how empathy, compassion, humility, forgiveness, and justice shape the way communities grow, heal, and stay connected. With our guest Evanis Hart, we step into and open…
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FTGG Ep.4: When changing seasons bring perspective and healing
For The Greater Good episode 4 delivers a conversation on changing seasons holding perspective and alignment to our personal lives. It’s like a magnetic force pulling one in to what a new journey beginning feels like.
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FTGG Ep. 3: Navigating Focus and Motivation with Mindfulness
Featured Guest: Salina Bambic, Mindfulness Expert In this episode, we sit down with mindfulness coach Salina Bambic to discuss the challenges of maintaining focus and motivation in today’s distracted world. Covered in the conversation is examining what motivation and focus mean and why they’re...
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FTGG Ep. 2: Where Have We Been?
In this second episode post rebrand, Uzo and Shanel share what they have been up to since their decision to take a hiatus and come back refreshed. Much has transpired, especially for these two, massive growth and waves in a few areas of their lives. There is transformation, and there are just...
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FTGG Ep. 1: Why The Re-Brand?
Change is a natural part of every healing journey, and this episode marks a new chapter for ours. The journey behind Uzo and Shanel’s rebrand from SoothingH.E.R to For The Greater Good. Why they felt it was time for a fresh direction while still holding onto the heart and foundation of their...
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Episode 39: What Can Lessons Teach Us?
Episode 39: What Can Lessons Teach Us? This episode of our podcast explores in conversation, the nature of learning lessons, how experiences shape us, and how growth and wisdom emerge from our most challenging moments. Lessons come from life’s experiences, both painful and enlightening, yet…
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Episode 38: Pain Released, Lessons Carried
What a year it had been, our 39th episode! This one highlights our experience and perspective from two recent events which were also tests in their own for who we have been becoming.
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Episode 37: Mind and Heart Matters
Following our recent heavy episodes, a focus onto something close to all of our hearts was important—how are we doing? What have we been up to? How is our mental health? It’s been a while since we checked in, so we thought it’d be the perfect time to talk about what’s new with us, and more...
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Episode 36: What’s Ending with Us
Choosing Self and Pursuing Healing – Reflections on "It Ends With Us" We saw the movie *It Ends With Us* inspired bu the book of the same name by Colleen Hoover, and having many things hit home for us, we decided to do an episode focused on a movie review. It shares a blend of reflection on the...
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Episode 35: Bridge Over Brokenness with Regina Hiremath
Bridge Over Brokenness is a guest episode with domestic violence spokesperson, and Alimonia Life founder, Regina Hiremath. Straight into this episode of the SoothingH.E.R Podcast, we dive deep into her transformational story; having survived both child and emotional abuse, and emerging from a 20+...
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Episode 34: To Be Someone in the World
In a world where chaos and instability often feel overwhelming, it’s easy to lose touch with who we truly are, even in our individual worlds. So in this episode of “To Be Someone in the World” we go under the surface to search for answers to the profound importance of turning inward to find our...
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*Guest Episode* 33 Breaking up with Toxicity for a Summer Romance
In this weeks conversation, Shaela Bothwell shares her journey of picking herself back up after a 5-year toxic relationship, the lessons this time provided, and her courage to try again. She focused on herself, prioritized her family and friendships, and took time to be alone with her thoughts....
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*Guest Episode* 32: Embodying Unapologetic Confidence
In Episode 33, "Embodying An Unapologetic Confidence," we share in on a conversation with a refreshingly confident guest, Ahn Pham. Ahn adds her value on the continuation of our Summer 2024 vibe series by exploring the essence of building confidence on a healing journey. In this guest feature...
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A Summer 2024 Vibe: Hot Girl Summer
This episode introduces our exciting new series-Hot girl Summer, but with a different thought and how it relates to healing and personal growth. A 'Hot Girl Summer' is about feeling great, being the best version of yourself, and doing the inner work. Healing and personal growth require...
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Episode 31: The Happiness Factor: Is the Good Life Good?
The Happiness Factor: Is the Good Life Good? Are you ready to unlock the secrets of true happiness? In our last episode of The Pursuit of Happiness series, we continue to search through and affirm our pursuit of happiness and its true role in a fulfilling life. We explore the definition of...
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Episode 30: Find It, Keep It, Share It: Happiness
Tune in to find inspiration and actionable advice to enhance your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling life. Welcome to this week’s episode of the SoothingH.E.R Podcast! Deeper, healthy conversation continue into the ever-elusive concept of happiness, exploring the origins of joy and how we...
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Episode 29: The Pursuit of Happiness Amidst Healing
This week on SoothingH.E.R., we embark on an enlightening journey to uncover the essence of inner happiness, peace, and joy during times of transition and healing. Our conversation takes us deep into the foundations of our current sources of happiness and how these are influenced by external...
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Episode 28: Hallmark Decade
Episode 28: Embracing the Hallmark Decade: Turning 30 Turning 30 is a significant milestone, often marked by a blend of excitement and reflection. For some, it’s an invitation to join the "Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving" club, while for others, it sparks introspection about life’s journey and the...
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Episode 27: Affirmations for a Season of Healing
Our last episode of May is one so beautiful, and affirming on the profound impact of affirmations on our healing journey. An episode filled with discovery, and attention on how we would like to use the power of words to transform our lives. We begin our conversation by exploring the purpose of...
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Episode 26: New Things Blossoming
As they say, “Let it blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen.” As we continue our theme of growth during the month of May, we want to bring light to the conversation of the new things blossoming in our lives. Our conversation this week on the SoothingH.E.R. podcast is focused on personal growth, new...
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Episode 25: Life Lessons
Life Lessons: Embracing Growth Through Heartbreak In our life lessons episode, we explore the internal processing of difficult, yet transformative learning we embraced through our personal heartbreak. Taking the conversation so close to the foundation of the women we are becoming, we share the...
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Episode 24: Life in Bloom: Observances of May
Our first episode for the month of May is one where we blossom into the heart of spring, embracing the growth and renewal that May brings. In this episode, we focus on three key observances that resonate deeply with our ongoing conversations: 1. Mental Health Awareness Month - We discuss the...
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Episode 23: Gratitude as a Medicine
Continuing our Character Choice Series, this week’s enlightening episode brings and exploration to the transformative power of gratitude in the healing process. We find that merely embracing thankfulness can markedly improve your emotional, physical, and mental well-being, especially when...
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Episode 22: Navigating Anxiety and Depression in a Healing Journey
Dive deep into the heart of healing on this week's episode of SoothingH.E.R., where we unravel the tangled web of depression and anxiety. Join us as we explore the quiet battles of sadness and discomfort that accompany any journey toward feeling like yourself again, or reaching for a better...
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Episode 21: Empathy in a Healing Journey
Empathy:A word for consideration as we continue our series, Character Choices.Join us for an insightful episode of our podcast on the transformative role of empathy in personal healing journeys. We really wanted to ask the question on what empathy really means, and how it intertwines with…
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Episode 20: Forgiveness on a Healing Journey
“Forgiveness and Letting Go” conversation which takes straight into the heart of healing. Forgiveness plays such a profound role as a path to liberation on our personal growth, and recovery journey.Our check in at the top of the episode sets the stage for an introspective journey. We flow in…
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Episode 19: Character Choices
Another thought-provoking episode we’ve brought you-Character Choices!We wanted to take a conversation entirely focused on understanding what truly constitutes an empowering character choice for women, and how these empowering choices not only challenge, but also shatter the age-old traditional...
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Episode 18: Inner Growth: How Growth from Within Can Inspire Growth Around Us
Welcome to the spring edition of our podcast, where we're not just welcoming the first day of spring, but also embracing a theme that resonates deeply with the season: "Embracing a Growth Mindset."In this episode, we dive into powerful topics that revolve around personal growth and empowerment.We...
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Episode 17: RecognizingHER
There is an inherent power and strength within every woman, within her it may be soft and gentle, forcibly defying norms or loud enough to break decades of a certain expectation.In this empowering episode of "Recognizing HER," we take the conversation into the essence of womanhood, exploring what...
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Episode 16: Feminine Energy
Welcome to March with us! A month that brings particular focus on a conversation, and recognition of the triumphs of women. In this episode, our itinerary of conversation took a softer tone through the blooming landscapes of Women's History Month and a season of renewal. Join us as we unravel the...
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Episode 15: Healing Narratives: Journey through Emotional Pain, Enduring Love, and Purposeful Recovery
Life finds us when we least expect it, purpose walks with us when we dare not believe it was destined for us. Many times, whilst in our own pain we grapple to remain a light in the world. A light that will walk with others to understand, breakdown and dispel years of deep seated inherited wounds....
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Episode 14: Love and Activism: Uplifting our Black Kings and Queens
Love, Activism, and Healing: Uplifting our Black Kings and Queens There is a powerful connection between love, activism, and healing. When we lead in love and reciprocate it, it can serve as a catalyst for individual activism and change within our communities.In this week's episode on the...
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Episode 13:Love Letters
Have you ever written yourself a love letter? If you were to, what would it say?Which version of yourself would you write to?Would you write to a friend or future partner?As we enter this week of love, we are showing love to ourselves through the art of writing love letters. There is an abundance...
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Episode 12: Date Night & Girl Talk - How we do love in 2024.
Embark on a heartfelt journey with our special episode, “Date Night & Girl Talk - How we do love in 2024." As we usher in the new month of February, a month adorned with both Black History Month and the celebration of love, we extend a warm welcome to our first guest, Ify Aniefuna.We invite you...
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Episode 11: Healing and Professionalism
As working professionals, it is so easy to get wrapped up in our careers and day-to-day responsibilities that our healing journeys can often feel neglected. In this week’s episode, we delve in the nuances of healing and maintaining a work-life balance. We explore the importance of prioritizing...
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Taking the work, and perspective of our transformative life experiences into the journey of healing.Truth and clarity is found and shared in both insights and actionable steps.We have felt inspired and hope you do as well when you see your personal healing as tied to community and even a global change.We are guides and fellow travelers with you, not distant experts, but as real people with curiosity, wisdom, and humility.Come journey with us.
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Shanel Dubique and Uzoamaka Orjiako
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Taking the work, and perspective of our transformative life experiences into the journey of healing.Truth and clarity is found and shared in both insights and actionable steps.We have felt inspired and hope you do as well when you see your personal healing as tied to community and even a global...
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