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In this episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah sits down with Brandi Carroll, founder of The Runaway Reset, for a powerful conversation on burnout, reinvention, and what it truly means to live with intention.Brandi shares how stepping away from the traditional path of success led her to create a platform that helps high-achieving professionals reset their lives and reconnect with what matters most. Through her work, she supports individuals who feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected in taking a step back, gaining clarity, and designing a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.Together, we explore how travel can be more than just a getaway—it can serve as a catalyst for reflection, healing, and transformation. Brandi also discusses how she curates intentional travel experiences for individuals and groups who are ready to step outside of their routines and create meaningful change.This conversation also explores:Recognizing the signs of burnoutFinding the courage to start overRedefining success on your own termsNavigating life transitionsPractical ways to begin living more intentionallyIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for a shift, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and consider what your own reset could look like.🔗 Connect with Brandi CarrollLearn more about The Runaway Reset and explore curated reset experiences:www.therunawayreset.comFollow Brandi: @BrandibeonIT  ✨ LITE It Up TakeawaySometimes the clarity you’re seeking isn’t found by pushing forward—it’s found by stepping away.🔗 Connect with Dr. Aginah MusherahLearn more about LITE It Up Podcast and Radiant LITE Consulting:www.aginahmuhammad.com @LiteItUpPodcast 

As we enter Women’s History Month and reflect on this year’s theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” I’ve been thinking about what leadership truly looks like in the lives of women.In this episode, I share a personal reflection from Saviour’s Day weekend, where my mother was honored for her years of service and commitment — an award she didn’t know was coming and her first ever. Watching her be recognized prompted me to think deeply about the women who sustain vision, faith, and family — often without public acknowledgment.This conversation explores faithful partnership, generational growth, and the quiet strength of women who help build what lasts. It also reflects on what it means for my generation to honor that model while defining our own purpose with clarity and intention.As we consider what it means to “lead the change,” this episode invites us to broaden our understanding of leadership — to include not only visibility and titles, but sustainability, faithfulness, and legacy.Honor the women who sustained the vision before you.Define clearly the vision you are sustaining now.Let’s LITE It Up. ✨Connect with Dr. Aginah - www.aginahmuhammad.com.

What if the delay isn’t disruption — but positioning?In this reflective solo episode of LITE It Up, I share what unfolded over the course of one week: a leadership panel with students carrying heavy burdens, a record-breaking snowstorm that left me stranded in Philadelphia, and news of violence in a place I once traveled alone.At first glance, these moments felt unrelated. But in the stillness of the delay, they began to connect.This episode explores:Recognizing protection you don’t always seeThe emotional weight high-achieving women carry quietlyWhy seeking counseling is strength, not weaknessWhat responsibility can teach us about supportAnd what I am refusing to carry into my final year in my 40sAs I prepare to enter my last year before 50, I am thinking differently about timing, refinement, and release.Sometimes you are not behind.Sometimes you are protected.Sometimes you are being positioned.And sometimes… you are becoming.🎧 Listen on Spotify or watch on YouTube.Connect with Dr. Aginah https://www.aginahmuhammad.com

Last week, during the week of February 8th, I made a spontaneous decision to leave the country and travel alone to Cancun.Not because I was falling apart — but because I could feel I was getting close.In this solo episode of LITE It Up, I share what happened when I chose rest before burnout chose me. What began as a much-needed escape from the cold became a deeper realization about stillness, identity, and how responsibility can quietly become who we believe we are.Although solo travel isn’t new for me, this trip revealed something different. I realized that while I know how to rest physically, I don’t always know how to be still mentally. And for high-functioning women who are used to being “on” 24/7 — that awareness matters.In this episode, I reflect on:The quiet signs of approaching burnoutWhy high-achieving women struggle with stillnessWhat solitude reveals about identity beyond responsibilityChoosing restoration before hitting a wallAnd setting boundaries without over-explainingIf you’ve been strong, dependable, and constantly handling something… this conversation may resonate.Rest is not weakness.It is wisdom.🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you stream podcasts.Connect with Dr. Aginah www.aginahmuhammad..com

What does it look like to intentionally create space for renewal in a season that calls for clarity, release, and growth?In this episode of LITE It Up, I’m joined by Echo Muhammad, the curator behind EmpowerHer Soul: Renew & Rise Retreat — A Self-Love Sunday Experience, taking place Sunday, March 15th. Echo shares the why behind curating this soul-nourishing, one-day immersive retreat and what moved her to create a space designed to support women in releasing what no longer serves them and stepping fully into the woman they’re becoming.Our conversation explores purpose, self-love, embodiment, rest, and the power of being supported, seen, and held in community. As we transition into spring—a season of renewal and growth—Echo reflects on why slowing down, setting intentions, and reconnecting with mind, body, and soul is not a luxury, but a necessity.If you’re feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or standing at the edge of a new season, this episode offers both reflection and invitation. It’s a reminder that resetting is an act of self-love—and that you don’t have to do it alone.✨ EmpowerHer Soul: Renew & Rise Retreat📅 Sunday, March 15A curated, self-love Sunday experience focused on intention-setting, embodiment, rest, and renewal.✨ Early bird tickets for Renew & Rise (March 15th) ends Feb 15th and are going fast! 🎟 Tickets: https://www.ticketfalcon.com/e/empowerher-soul-presents-renew-rise-retreat-a-self-love-sunday-experience/📝 Reflection QuestionsWhat in my life is ready to be released as I enter this new season?Where am I craving more rest, renewal, or reconnection—with myself or my body?What does self-love look like for me right now, beyond words or intentions?How might being supported, seen, or held in community support my growth in this season?What intention do I want to plant as I step into the woman I’m becoming this spring?Connect w/Echo on Social Media @msecho_chanelConnect w/Dr. Aginahwww.aginahmuhammad.com

February often arrives quietly, but it carries powerful invitations for reflection, release, and renewal. In this solo episode, I share why this is a season to reset—not because something is wrong, but because something new is emerging.This conversation is an invitation to pause, listen, and intentionally prepare for what’s next without carrying the weight of the last chapter. If you’re feeling tired, reflective, or standing at the edge of transition, this episode offers grounding, perspective, and permission to reset with grace.📝 Reflection QuestionsYou're invited to journal, reflect, or sit with these questions throughout the week:What am I still holding that no longer belongs in my next chapter?Where in my life am I rushing instead of allowing myself to reset?What kind of rest—emotional, mental, or spiritual—do I need most right now?How can I honor this season without pressure to have everything figured out?What would it look like to move forward feeling lighter and more aligned?Connect w/Dr. Aginah Musherahwww.aginahmuhammad.com

In this episode of LITE It Up, we sit down with Oriah, a college freshman at Xavier University and the author of Accepted! The College Application Blueprint. Oriah shares her firsthand experience navigating the college application process, offering honest insight into what worked, what was challenging, and what she wishes she had known sooner.Designed for high school students and parents, this conversation provides practical guidance on approaching college applications with clarity and confidence. Oriah discusses organization strategies, college essays, managing stress, and how students and families can work together throughout the process.Whether you’re just beginning your college search or finalizing applications, this episode offers a real-world student perspective to help you navigate the journey with greater understanding and purpose.🔔 Watch, share, and subscribe for more conversations supporting students and families on the path to college success.You can purchase Accepted! The College Application Blueprint on Amazon. https://a.co/d/8YIdSUiTo connect with Dr. Aginah Musherah visit: www.aginahmuhammad.com

As LITE It Up celebrates six years of shining light, Season 11 begins with a full-circle conversation that is both personal and powerful.In this special episode, host Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad is joined by her three children—siblings navigating different stages of their college journeys at North Carolina A&T State University. One has just completed their first semester of college, while two are closing out their final year as seniors after a successful fall semester that included Dean’s List and Chancellor’s List honors.Together, they reflect on the lessons learned during the fall semester, the adjustments and growth that came with it, and the realities of balancing academics, independence, and well-being. The conversation also offers practical advice for students preparing to graduate, those continuing after their first semester, and families supporting students through these pivotal transitions.As they look ahead to the spring 2026 semester, the siblings share their goals, what they are most looking forward to, and how being a family on the same campus has shaped their experiences. The episode closes with a reflection on legacy, resilience, and what it means to keep shining your light through every season of growth.This Season 11 kickoff is a reminder that college is more than a destination—it’s a journey marked by preparation, progress, and purpose.✨ Tune in, reflect, and be encouraged as we continue to LITE It Up—and shine bright like a diamond.Connect with Dr. Aginah Website: www.aginahmuhammad.comEmail: [email protected]

Season 11 of LITE It Up marks six years of storytelling rooted in purpose, resilience, and legacy. Created in honor of the late Munir Muhammad, LITE It Up continues to amplify the voices of women navigating transition while balancing leadership, career, motherhood, and personal growth.Join us as we celebrate this milestone and launch a new season of meaningful conversations designed to Lead. Inspire. Transform. Empower.🎧 Streaming on all major podcast platforms🎥 Watch on Spotify and YouTubeConnect with Dr. Aginah www.aginahmuhammad.com [email protected]

Now that you’ve learned how to approach scholarships with strategy and confidence, it’s time to take the next essential step in paying for college: completing the FAFSA.In this 15-minute solo episode, Dr. Aginah Musherah breaks down the Free Application for Federal Student Aid in simple, practical terms—so students and families feel empowered instead of overwhelmed.You’ll learn:✨ What the FAFSA really determines (and why “FAFSA doesn’t give you anything” is a common myth)✨ What you need to gather before you begin✨ Which tax year is required for the 2026–27 FAFSA (hint: 2024 tax returns!)✨ The biggest mistakes families make and how to avoid them✨ How FAFSA and scholarships work together to build a strong financial aid plan✨ Why every college student must complete FAFSA every yearWhether you're filing FAFSA for the first time or helping a returning student stay organized, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to move forward with confidence.🎧 Tune in to “FAFSA Made Simple: Your Next Step After the Scholarship Mindset Series”New episodes of the LITE It Up Podcast are available on YouTube and all streaming platforms.Visit Dr. Aginah's website: https://www.aginahmuhammad.com

In the final installation of the Scholarship Mindset Series for National Scholarship Awareness Month, Dr. Aginah Muhammad sits down with Aaron Williams, a first-year Computer Engineering student at Northern Illinois University—who earned an extraordinary $2 million+ in scholarship offers.Aaron’s journey is a powerful example of what’s possible when passion, preparation, and persistence come together. In this inspiring conversation, he shares how he approached the scholarship process, the strategies that helped him stand out, and what motivated him to keep applying even when the process felt overwhelming. His story is a motivating roadmap for students aiming to finance their college education with confidence and intention.Throughout his academic journey, Aaron has remained both intellectually driven and community-minded. As an IB and dual enrollment student, he completed rigorous coursework that prepared him for the demands of engineering. One of his greatest honors has been being named valedictorian twice—first in elementary school and again in high school. These distinctions reflect years of discipline, resilience, and unwavering focus.His accomplishments include:• Valedictorian in both elementary school and high school• Admitted to more than 50 colleges• Awarded nearly $2 million in scholarship offers• Active engagement in STEM, leadership, and serviceAaron’s story reminds students everywhere that scholarships are within reach—and that consistency, belief, and strategy can create life-changing opportunities.🎧 Tune in to this inspiring finale of the Scholarship Mindset Series, and hear firsthand what it takes to navigate the scholarship journey with purpose and resilience.🔔 New episodes of the LITE It Up Podcast stream every Tuesday on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!Visit Dr. Aginah Muhammad's website: www.aginahmuhammad.com

🔥 This week on the LITE It Up Podcast, we’re unlocking the strategy behind scholarship success.Join Dr. Aginah Musherah as she sits down with Educator, Attorney, and Scholarship Advocate, Kishasha Williams-Ford, Esq., who has helped hundreds of students and families navigate the scholarship process with clarity and confidence.In this episode, Kishasha breaks down what needs-based scholarships really mean, the myths that hold families back, and why students should be applying for scholarships every single year—whether they’re in high school, college, or graduate school. She also shares smart organizational strategies to help students stay ready and competitive.If you’re just joining the Scholarship Mindset Series, make sure you go back and watch the previous episodes to get caught up—they all build on each other!🎧 Tune in to Scholarship Strategy Unlocked: Needs-Based Truths & Year-Round Success for Every Student, streaming on YouTube and all podcast platforms.Don’t forget to like, follow, subscribe, and share!Visit Dr. Aginah Musherah's website: www.aginahmuhammad.com

Welcome back to the Scholarship Mindset series on the LITE It Up Podcast! In this week’s episode, we sit down with Kevin Coy, Post-Secondary Counselor at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, to break down what students and families really need to know about the scholarship and college admissions process.With 25+ years of experience in counseling, admissions, and college planning, Kevin shares insider strategies that help students stay organized, build stronger applications, and work more effectively with their school counselors. Whether you're a parent, high school student, educator, or community advocate, this episode offers clear steps to help you navigate scholarships with confidence.✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to work with your school or post-secondary counselor during the scholarship processThe best ways for students to stay organized from freshman to senior yearPractical tips to strengthen scholarship and college applicationsHow counselors view essays, activities, and student readinessCommon mistakes families make (and how to avoid them)Action steps students can take TODAY to increase scholarship opportunities🎓 About the Scholarship Mindset SeriesNovember is Scholarship Awareness Month, and all month long we’re sharing real-world strategies, expert insights, and powerful stories to help families reduce college costs and build a strong scholarship plan.If you missed the first episodes—our series kickoff and the conversation with Nicole Brookens of PLAN4Success—be sure to go back and watch so you don’t miss any tools or tips.🔥 Stay Connected👉🏾 If you found this episode helpful, LIKE this video.👉🏾 SHARE it with a student, parent, or educator who needs this information.👉🏾 SUBSCRIBE to the channel and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.🎧 New episodes drop every Tuesday at 7:00 AM.Let’s continue building the Scholarship Mindset—and LITE It Up! 🔥Visit the website: www.aginahmuhammad.com

In this episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Nicole Brookens, Executive Director of PLAN4Success, for a powerful and practical conversation designed to help families take immediate action in the scholarship application process.Nicole breaks down the essential strategies every family needs—from organizing critical documents and building a competitive student profile to tracking deadlines and writing compelling essays. Together, they share real, actionable tips that students and parents can use right now to approach scholarships with clarity, confidence, and purpose.If you’re supporting a student through the college-going process—or if you’re a student who wants to secure scholarships—this episode will help you shift your mindset, get organized, and unlock scholarship success.Connect with PLAN4Success: https://www.plan-4success.orgConnect with Dr. Aginah Musherah: https://www.aginahmuhammad.comLITE It Up is available on all streaming platforms including Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Spotify.

In this solo episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah kicks off National Scholarship Month with an inspirational and practical conversation designed especially for parents, students, and anyone committed to expanding educational access.With three students currently enrolled at North Carolina A&T State University, Dr. Aginah Musherah knows firsthand that scholarships are not simply awards — they are strategy, discipline, organization, and mindset. Scholarships aren’t accidental; they are intentional. In her home, they are part of the plan — not a last-minute hope.Drawing from personal experience as a parent and her professional background in higher education leadership, Dr. Aginah shares simple, actionable steps families can take today to begin the scholarship journey with confidence and purpose. She sheds light on the realities of applying for scholarships — the rejections, the persistence, and the systems needed to stay committed — while reminding listeners that debt-free degrees are possible with preparation and support.Whether you're raising a future college student, currently navigating the college process, or mentoring a young scholar, this episode offers encouragement, clarity, and a roadmap to begin building a scholarship-focused mindset rooted in access, financial responsibility, and generational uplift.✨ This Month on LITE It UpThis episode launches a month-long series celebrating National Scholarship Month, dedicated to empowering families with information, tools, and inspiration to make college more affordable and accessible.Here are scholarship providers you should access to begin the process: Scholarship America: https://scholarshipamerica.orgThurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF): https://tmcf.org/scholarships/United Negro College Fund (UNCF): https://uncf.org/scholarshipsStay tuned all month for tips, resources, and insights to support debt-free college journeys.🎧 Connect & Continue the JourneyIf this episode motivated you, helped you reframe the scholarship process, or gave you tools to begin, share it with a parent, student, educator, or mentor who needs it.Let’s support the next generation as they dream, plan, and pursue excellence — without lifelong debt.✅ Subscribe & leave a review✅ Follow @LITEItUpPodcast✅ Share the episode & tag usTogether, we light the path toward possibility, preparation, and debt-free degrees.Visit Dr. Aginah Musherah's website: www.aginahmuhammad.com

In this powerful episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Dr. Royond Patrick Hendrix, also known as Dr. Ro, to explore what it truly means for women to lead with authenticity, courage, and purpose. This honest and uplifting conversation dives into the realities of leadership—beyond titles and positions—and into the emotional, spiritual, and strategic work required to walk boldly in purpose. Whether you are currently in leadership or preparing for your next level, this episode offers transformational insight and empowering truth you can apply immediately.💡 Key Topics DiscussedOwning your purpose and calling as a leaderLeading with resilience after personal and professional adversityFinding alignment between faith, purpose, and leadershipBuilding influence through authenticity and serviceThe power of mentorship and women supporting womenCourage, healing, and emotional well-being in leadershipWhy purpose must come before positionHow to prepare for your next level of impactDr. Royond Patrick Hendrix, known as Dr. Ro, is a transformational leader, speaker, and founder of DREAM (Dr. Ro Empowering All Minds) Education, a consulting firm specializing in leadership development, youth empowerment, and special education advocacy. With over 28 years of service in education, she is committed to helping leaders rise in purpose and impact. A passionate educator and author of The Testimony: A Pinnacle of Darkness and Light, Dr. Ro uses her journey of resilience to empower others to lead authentically and courageously. She currently serves in the College of Education at Prairie View A&M University and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.“Leadership isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you become in the process.”If this episode inspired you, share it with a woman who leads with purpose—or is ready to. Subscribe to LITE It Up on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube and also visit Dr. Aginah Musherah's website: www.aginahmuhammad.com. Stay connected and be the first to know when new episodes drop!

In this solo episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah Muhammad reflects on her fifth consecutive year attending North Carolina A&T State University’s Greatest Homecoming on Earth (GHOE) — a weekend overflowing with pride, purpose, and full-circle moments.Now a seasoned Aggie Mom, Dr. Aginah Musherah shares what it feels like to experience this celebrated tradition as both a parent and a participant. With her twins entering senior year and her youngest beginning her college journey, she reflects on watching her children thrive — each of them prioritizing academics before celebration — and the lessons that come from balancing pride with purpose and presence with independence.From tailgates and step shows to midterm prep and mentoring new parents, this episode beautifully captures the full-circle joy of being part of the Aggie family. Dr. Aginah also reflects on how her role has evolved — from newcomer to trusted resource — as she continues to build community among fellow Aggie parents and alumni across Chicago and beyond.This heartfelt story is one of legacy, belonging, and the power of showing up — a reminder that being present for our children and their dreams is one of the greatest gifts we can give.Subscribe to the podcast: ⁠[email protected]⁠Website: ⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com

Season 10 of LITE It Up Podcast launches with one of the most personal conversations yet. Host Dr. Aginah Muhammad sits down with her three children — twins Aliyah and Kamaal, both seniors at North Carolina A&T State University, and her youngest daughter Khalis, a freshman just starting her Aggie journey.Recorded on August 1, 2025 and released on September 16, 2025, this 54-minute episode explores what it’s like to navigate a year of transition: the twins preparing for graduation and life after college, Khalis adjusting to the leap from high school to higher education, and their mom learning to embrace life as an empty nester.The Muhammad children also share what it was like growing up with a mom who’s an educator with high expectations, how that shaped their approach to academics and life, and what lessons they’ve learned about managing expectations vs. reality. Along the way, they offer candid advice to high school students preparing for college and to current students figuring out their path.With laughter, honesty, and love, this episode gives listeners an intimate glimpse into the Muhammad family’s story — one rooted in resilience, legacy, and growth.Subscribe to the podcast: [email protected]: www.aginahmuhammad.com

In this enlightening episode of LITE It Up Podcast, we sit down with a licensed therapist and author of the upcoming book Change Your Words to Change Your World, set to release in January 2025. We dive into the transformative power of candid communication—how shifting from striving for perfection to embracing authenticity can deepen our relationships at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Explore the simple yet profound ways this book takes the pressure off, helping you connect with others in a healthier, more meaningful way. Tune in to discover how to let go of the need to say it perfectly and embrace saying it authentically. For more information or to connect with Melanie K. Hall, LCPC and CEO of Insights Therapeutic Services, LLC: https://www.melaniekhall.com To purchase Changing Words, Changing Worlds visit Amazon https://www.amazon.com. For more information or to connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [email protected] ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this heartwarming episode, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with her daughter, Khalis Muhammad, a senior at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, as she reflects on her experiences as a participant in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Lambda Tau Omega chapter’s 2024 Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion. Khalis opens up about the dedication, preparation, and meaning behind her involvement in the cotillion, sharing how it has impacted her senior year. She also discusses her extracurriculars, future academic goals, and the support she seeks to reach her fundraising target. This conversation offers an inspiring glimpse into Khalis’s journey as a young leader preparing for her next steps. To support Khalis fundraising efforts access the link here: https://forms.gle/kDKUp9EyQem8PUkBA For more information or to connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [email protected] ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, host Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Romeldia Salter, a consultant for CamCori Consulting, LLC, and an expert with over 30 years of experience in teaching and education administration. Together, they dive into the critical importance of executive functioning skills in students’ academic and lifelong success. Romeldia introduces the MySuccessChecks Academic Planner, a powerful tool designed to enhance student organizational skills, and shares details about her upcoming webinar and self-paced online courses for parents, students, and school districts. Romeldia addresses common challenges parents face regarding their children's academic progress and provides practical strategies for middle school, high school, and college students to thrive. Whether you're a parent, educator, or school leader, this episode offers actionable insights to support student success! Connect with Romeldia Salter: https://www.camcori.com Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555579926407&mibextid=LQQJ4d Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week’s episode of LITE It Up, host Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with new author Adrienne Spires to discuss her inspiring memoir, "Roaring Resilience: Finding Grit in the Lion's Den." Adrienne shares her powerful journey as a survivor of domestic violence and a non-offending parent, highlighting how her unwavering faith became her lifeline during moments of psychological manipulation and physical danger. Through prayer and divine guidance, Adrienne found the strength to overcome adversity, ultimately transforming her life. This heartfelt conversation delves into the profound impact of spirituality on resilience and healing. Adrienne’s story offers hope and encouragement to those facing similar challenges, showcasing the transformative power of belief, hope, and divine love. Tune in to hear how faith can light the path toward survival and liberation, even in the most difficult circumstances. Connect with Adrienne Spires: https://lapisanalyticsconsulting.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adrienne.spires.7/ Purchase Adrienne's Book: Roaring Resilience: Finding Grit in the Lion's Den on Amazon https://a.co/d/9lB7Yaa Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this inspiring episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah interviews Letina Brady Pettis, founder of Get Out the Vote (GOTV) 4 Teens and National Teens Voter Registration Day. Tina has made it her mission to empower young people across Chicago and its suburbs through civic engagement and community building. As the author of I Want to Vote and I Voted, Tina uses her work to inspire young readers to grasp the importance of voting and civic responsibility. During this conversation, Tina also shares her leadership roles as Director and Co-Chair for the League of Women Voters of Illinois-Issues and Advocacy and Director of Issues and Advocacy for the League of Women Voters of Chicago. Her advocacy spans multiple causes, including women’s rights, voting rights, gun violence prevention, and community oversight of police. Tune in to learn more about her impactful work and how you can get involved in voter registration efforts! Connect with Letina Brady Pettis: www.gotvforteens.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GOTV 4 Teens Purchase Letina's Books: I Want to Vote and I Voted on Amazon https://a.co/d/06iL9vu or Barnes & Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-want-to-vote-letina-brady-pettis/1146224133?ean=9798218499976 Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this empowering episode of the LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah sits down with Self-Love and Empowerment Coach, Echo Muhammad, to discuss the transformative power of self-love and self-care. Together, they dive into why prioritizing yourself is essential, especially for Black women navigating today’s challenges. Echo also shares details about her upcoming "EmpowerHER Mind, Body & Soul Retreat," happening on Saturday, October 12th. Get all the information you need on how to register for this rejuvenating self-care experience designed exclusively for Black women. If you’re looking to recharge and refocus, this episode is for you! Register now for the EmpowerHER Mind, Body & Soul Retreat! https://bit.ly/RelaxReleaseRetreat Early bird special ends September 18th Retreat will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 @ Salonlb, 1010 W. 35th Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60606 Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

After a long summer hiatus, Dr. Aginah Musherah, the host and creator of the LITE It Up Podcast, returns for an exciting Season 9! In this special premiere episode, Dr. Aginah opens up about her unwavering passion for helping others and how she continues to honor her late father’s legacy in all she does. Tune in to hear Dr. Aginah share heartfelt stories, reflections on personal growth, and an exclusive preview of what’s in store for the upcoming season of LITE It Up! This season promises even more enlightening conversations, powerful insights, and inspiring guest speakers to help you live your best life. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah's guest is Fallon Flowers, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Nursing Inspired, LLC. Nurse Fallon is on a mission! Nursing Inspired LLC provides coaching, courses and organizational tools to Black pre-nursing students and aspiring nurses to help them prepare, plan and pay for nursing school through our signature system. During this episode, Nurse Fallon shares her journey to becoming a nurse practitioner and entrepreneur, guided by her resiliency of personal experiences and spiritual growth along the way. Nurse Fallon also talks about her highly anticipated podcast "Listen Up Future Nurse" set for release on May 8, 2024. For more information about online courses or to schedule a consultation, contact Nurse Fallon at Nursing Inspired, LLC today.  Visit Nursing Inspired website: https://www.nursinginspired.com Subscribe to Listen Up Future Nurse Podcast: https://www.nursinginspired.com/podcast Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah continues to highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Tameika Hinton, owner of Meika Cleaning Service. Tameika discusses her commitment to keep her customers safe, healthy, and happy. Meika also shares several gems for achieving success as a businesswoman. For more information about commercial cleaning services or to schedule a consultation for your business or home, contact MEIKA's today.  Visit MEIKA's Cleaning Service website: ⁠http://www.meikainc.com/ Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah continues to highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Coach Fannie, CEO of Create Your World, LLC. Coach Fannie is deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey to a healthy lifestyle. Listen to our in-depth conversation about strategies to jumpstart a healthy lifestyle and create the world you deserve. Visit Create Your World, LLC website: ⁠https://www.createyourworld.org Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Aginah Musherah highlights Black Women Entrepreneurs. This week's guest is Melanie K. Hall, LCPC and CEO of Insights Therapeutic Services, LLC. Melanie is deeply committed to guiding individuals and couples on their journey to mental wellness and personal fulfillment. Through Melanie's work with couples, she found that communication is the root of the challenges that many experience. Melanie helps couples transform their relationship from confusion to clarity with "We Didn't Have That Conversation" cards. These cards are designed to foster deeper connections and open dialogues for couples at various stages of their relationships, from dating to marriage. Listen to our in-depth conversation about strategies that can be used to improve communication between couples. Melanie's practice is distinguished by its WBE (Women's Business Enterprise) Certification, reflecting her commitment to excellence and empowerment in the business community. Purchase "We Didn't Have That Conversation" cards: https://www.insightsts.com/cards Visit Melanie K. Hall, LCPC website: https://www.insightsts.com/ Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has an in depth conversation with Cathy A. Griffin about her journey and accomplishments over the last 23 years as a successful entrepreneur who has scaled multiple businesses to 6 and multi-7 figure revenues. A small business consultant for female entrepreneurs, Cathy is dedicated to helping other women in business. Her passion lies in empowering women to actualize their dream business, experience happiness, freedom and ultimate success! Join the Flourish Beyond Community and connect w/Cathy Griffin! [email protected] www.flourishbeyond.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishbeyond/ Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah shares about her recent roundtrip and finally setting boundaries! For many Black women setting boundaries can be challenging. With the demands of work, family, and other obligations, many Black women experience challenges that can take a toll on their well-being. “Many Black women are experiencing stress and trauma from the workplace including (micro)aggressive behaviors that have been increasing with the changing socio-political landscape.” Enough is enough! It's time for Black women to set boundaries to protect their mental health and well-being. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah chats with returning guest, Executive Director and Founder of PLAN4Success, Nicole Brookens. Nicole shares updates about PLAN4Success initiatives and the PLAN2Lead Teen Summit for students in grades 9-12. You'll learn about the workshops offered designed to teach teens how to network, develop their brand, build a resume, and investing in the stock market. The summit is completely free through the partnership of UIC CHANCE Program and Highwinds. Connect w/PLAN4Success & register for the PLAN2Lead Summit https://www.plan-4success.org/ The PLAN2Lead Summit will be held at the University of Illinois Chicago on Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 8am - 3pm. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation about servant leadership and developing young black and brown boys, with Shaka Rawls, principal of Leo High School. Connect with Principal Shaka Rawls ⁠⁠https://www.leohighschool.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

It's a Solo Chat on this week's episode of LITE It Up with host, Dr. Aginah Musherah. We're in the last week of January and the 2nd episode of Season 8...and life has not wasted any time "lifing". In fact, life has lifed!! What should you do when life becomes too hectic? You should PAUSE. STOP. RESET. The key is to acknowledge that you need to take a moment to refresh, restart and refuel. The goal is for 2024 to be our "Kobe Year". This week's episode is a reminder and affirmation that it's okay to reset to reach your goals. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Purchase Dr. Aginah's book:  Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Welcome to a Season 8 of LITE It Up! Dr. Aginah Musherah is back on the microphone with a brand new season and reaching another milestone...This is the 150th episode of LITE It Up!! As Dr. Aginah embarks upon her 8th Season of LITE It Up, she reflects on the power and significance of the number 8 and 24. With this being a new year, 2024, it’s time for new beginnings; a reminder to stay grounded and balanced while achieving various levels of success within our lives. This is a "Kobe Year"; share some of your goals for 2024. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah speaks with LeTina Brady Pettis about Illinois Senate Bill 2123, which allows an individual to pre-register to vote on or after turning 16 years old, with the registration on file with the appropriate election authority until the individual reaches 18 years old. The bill was signed by Governor J.B. Prtizker and became effective August 4, 2023. LeTina shares information about the Get Out to Vote 4 Teens initiative she is leading in the Chicagoland area. The GOTV 4 Teens Kick-Off is scheduled for January 17, 2024 at Simeon Career Academy High School on Chicago's Southside. For more information about this initiative and to learn how you can get involved in your community to pre-register and register 16 and 17 year olds to vote, contact LeTina Brady Pettis. Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gotv4teens Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gotv4teens Information about SB 2123: https://legiscan.com/IL/bill/SB2123/2023 Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ and https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherhah interviews certified tax preparer, Milinia McLaughlin of D & D Tax Services. Milinia shares several gems about exercising due diligence when selecting a tax preparer and filing taxes. Connect with Milinia McLaughlin [email protected] ⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠  Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah has a candid conversation with Dr. Ashley Y. Stone about the experience of Black women working in the field of higher education. Dr. Ashley is an educator, sociologist, and public speaker who studies Black women and Black feminism. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Ashley shares her journey of navigating higher education within the landscape of student affairs and academic affairs; and provides strategies for professional Black women navigating the academy. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠⁠  Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠⁠.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah features President and Founder of J.U.S.T. LLC (Just Us Sistahs Talking), Felicia Baites Pointer. Originally launched in January 2022, Just Us Sistahs Talking's mission and purpose became clear in 2010 after Felicia became a two-time breast cancer survivor. Just Us Sistahs Talking is an organization that aims to Inspire, Connect, and Empower women and girls of diverse backgrounds through events that bring an awareness around breast cancer and provide scholarships for first-generation girls that will attend a four-year college or university. Purchase tickets to J.U.S.T. LLC 22nd Annual Signature Event Connect with Felicia Bates-Pointer & J.U.S.T. LLC https://justussistahstalking.com/ Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JUSTLLC  Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad ⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠ and ⁠https://www.liteituppodcast.com⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ ⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠⁠  Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As the month coms to an end, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation with breast cancer survivor, Evita Ali. A returning guest to LITE It Up, Evita shares her journey of being a SURVIVOR. Evita provides practical tips on how friends and family can offer support to breast cancer WARRIORS. If you missed Evita's first appearance on LITE It Up, you can review the episode from October 6, 2020 - Ep. 40 "Know Your Status: A Candid Conversation About Breast Cancer". Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad   Visit Dr. Aginah's Website:  ⁠⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠  ⁠⁠www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@liteituppodcast⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠@liteituppodcast ⁠⁠ Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah talks about what happens when you're overloaded. When you're over exceeding your limitations and capacity, just like a computer, your system will become overloaded and crash. You're reminded to take the time to reduce your load to prevent the possibility of becoming overloaded. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad  Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: ⁠⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠www.liteituppodcast.com⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠@liteituppodcast⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠@liteituppodcast ⁠⁠ Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠⁠

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a candid conversation with her mom, Aminah Muhammad about motherhood, marriage, and the next chapter in life. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad  Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: ⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com⁠ and ⁠www.liteituppodcast.com⁠ Facebook: ⁠@liteituppodcast⁠ Instagram: ⁠@liteituppodcast ⁠ Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠

In this week's episode of LITE It Up Podcast, Dr. Aginah Musherah engages in dialogue with Algenoy L. Alexander, a Master Practitioner of Neuro- Linguistic Programming, consultant, speaker, and the executive director of WiseWorks, Inc.. Algenoy offers presentations and facilitates workshops that empower and inspire individuals (and organizations) to achieve excellence and life-long success. During their dialogue, Algenoy provides helpful tips on ways in which individuals can unlock their potential and master success by accessing services offered through WiseWorks. Connect with Algenoy Alexander https://www.algenoyalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/algenoyalexander/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/algenoy Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad https://www.aginahmuhammad.com and https://www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/liteituppodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/⁠liteituppodcast ⁠ Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting ⁠https://www.aginahmuhammad.com/book ⁠.

This week's episode of LITE It Up features self-taught portrait artist, Robert C. Owens. In a candid conversation, Dr. Aginah explores the multidimensional artistic work of Chicago native, Robert C. Owens. Robert shares his inspiration for creating life-like imagery across various mediums. Robert's work has been featured at various venues and platforms including the cover of Madiba Magazine. Connect w/Robert C. Owens Website: https://www.rcoartistry.com Email: [email protected] Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad  Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast Instagram: @liteituppodcast  Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book

On this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah welcomes Javondlyn Dunagan, founder of JMD Angels Foundation to the podcast. Javondlynn shares her passion for being of service to others and the impact her foundation has on the community. Since the organization's inception, December 2020, JMD Angels Foundation has awarded over $25,000 in scholarships to students pursuing an undergraduate degree. On September 24, 2023, JMD will host its first annual Angel Awards Fundraiser and celebrate community Angels. Purchase tickets to the JMD Angels Foundation Scholarship Gala https://jmdangelawards2023.eventbrite.com/ Connect with JMD Angels Foundation www.jmdangelsfoundation.com [email protected] Facebook: @jmdangelsfoundation Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast Instagram: @liteituppodcast Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book

Welcome to Season 7 of Lite It Up...Lead. Inspire. Transform. Empower! Dr. Aginah Musherah is back on the mic after a well deserved summer hiatus. Dr. Aginah Musher's first solo chat of the season is a brief commentary about the importance of taking a break to regroup, refocus, and recommit yourself to achieving your goal but more importantly, shifting your mindset to find balance within your life. Here's a friendly reminder to live your best self, which simply means to consistently show up as the best version of yourself. Elevate your core circle and remember that all of your experiences, whether joyful or challenging, are meant to promote growth and development. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast Instagram: @liteituppodcast Purchase Dr. Aginah's book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book

On this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah pays tribute to her mother, Aminah (with an intro video montage) in honor of Mother's Day and shares an encouraging message to all of the Super Moms who continue to make it happen every day. Listeners are reminded to carve out time to rejuvenate but more importantly, to lean on their village. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Instagram: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Twitter: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Purchase Dr. Aginah's Book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book.

On this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah has a conversation with DEI and Development expert, Tommy Amal. Tommy shares his journey and passion for work in the non-profit sector, including higher education, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Tommy shares his area of expertise in the non-profit sector including his role as a developer for Capital Youth Empowerment Program (CYEP). Additionally, Tommy shares his expertise about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the importance of developing a comprehensive plan of action to address these issues within organizational structures no matter the size or industry. Connect with Tommy Amal Website: www.cyep.org or www.mikal-hamlett.com Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Instagram: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Twitter: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Purchase Dr. Aginah's Book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book.

In this week's episode, Dr. Aginah Musherah shares her perspective of social media's impact on society. Social media has changed way of thinking and governs our behavior and social conducts. Today, social media has created new styles of communication which has a tremendous impact on everyday lives of the people. Social media has brought people with common interests together and expanded the reach of ideas across the globe. However, social media has also impacted of human behavior and society, overall. The daily use of social media by people has increased so much that it is slowly injecting an inflection into our behaviors. Comparison with other lives has been made easy by social media. People become unhappy with their current circumstances, leading to problems with self-esteem and depression. With social media it has become nearly impossible to avoid bad news and the negative influences on our lives. This can lead to long-lasting psychological repercussions and ultimately lead to thoughts of our world falling apart, stress and anxiety. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Instagram: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Purchase Dr. Aginah's Book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book.

In this week's episode of LITE It Up, Dr. Aginah Musherah offers a candid perspective about the behavior of today's youth and societal challenges. Has parenting become a lost art? What can our communities do to get a handle on teen behavior? This episode is designed to spark conversation and challenge listeners to think about ways in which we can reclaim the hearts and minds of our youth. Connect with Dr. Aginah M. Muhammad Visit Dr. Aginah's Website: www.aginahmuhammad.com and www.liteituppodcast.com Facebook: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Instagram: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Twitter: @liteituppodcast and @DrAginahM Purchase Dr. Aginah's Book: Women Who Persevere: Navigating Motherhood with Power & Grace and I Am My Sister's Keeper by visiting www.aginahmuhammad.com/book. with Dr. Aginah Musherah