New Day with Sybil Amuti

Today’s episode is Part Two of our survival mode conversation,  and this one is about leaving it.New Day Ep 5 – Leaving Survival Mode: You Have More Than You Know is your reminder that you are not underqualified… you are under-acknowledged. By you. If last week helped you recognize survival mode, this week we take inventory and build from it. Because surviving taught you more than you’ve given yourself credit for, and it’s time to stop playing small with earned wisdom. You don’t need more time. You need to trust what you already carry. This episode is your evidence.In This Episode • Why high-capacity women chronically underestimate themselves• How survival mode makes resilience feel “normal” instead of exceptional• The difference between humility and self-minimizing• Why confidence isn’t knowing, it’s deciding you’ll figure it out• How to shift from waiting to movingPractical Activation Steps Complete your evidence audit:– List three hard things you survived– Name three people you’ve helped– Identify three moments you figured it out with zero instructions Circle one area where you’ve been hesitating and take one visible action this weekReplace “I’m not ready” with “I’ll adjust as I go”Share one capability you usually downplay, out loudEpisode Affirmations I am more capable than I’ve allowed myself to believeI honor the wisdom I earnedI move with what I haveJournal Prompt Where am I discounting my lived experience, and how has it already prepared me?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Today’s episode is a loving wake-up call: Are you in survival mode… and calling it “just life”?I’m breaking down how high-functioning women normalize their resilience, discount their lived experience, and quietly underestimate themselves. If you’ve been saying “I just need more time” or “I’m still learning” while sitting on a mountain of earned wisdom, this conversation is your interruption. In This Episode • The subtle signs you’re still operating in survival mode• Why humility can quietly turn into self-minimizing• How resilience becomes invisible when you’ve worn it too long• The difference between being unprepared and being unwilling to trust yourself• Why confidence is built through evidence, not feelings Practical Activation Steps Conduct an evidence audit: List three hard things you survivedName three people you’ve helped or impactedIdentify three moments you figured it out with zero instructionsChoose one area where you’ve been “waiting” — and take one imperfect action this weekReplace “I’m not ready” with “I’ll figure it out”Episode Affirmations I am more capable than I’ve allowed myself to believeI honor the wisdom I earnedI move with what I haveJournal Prompt Where am I discounting my lived experience, and how has it already prepared me?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Today’s episode is a conversation with award-winning author and cultural trailblazer Amy DuBois Barnett about her debut novel, If I Ruled the World, and what it means for women to stop following other people’s playbooks and write their own rules instead. We dive into story, strategy, and real-life wisdom for women who aren’t waiting for permission; they’re creating the path. 👉 Grab your copy of If I Ruled the World: https://amzn.to/40fTWI8In This Episode • What inspired Amy to turn a powerful idea into this story• How If I Ruled the World reflects women creating new systems instead of fixing old ones• The rules women’ve been told to follow and how we’re rewriting them• How creativity, courage, and community intersect in leadership and in life• Practical takeaways for listeners ready to lead, build, or break ground Practical Activation StepsWrite your rule list: What “shoulds” are you retiring?Identify one area where you’ve followed someone else’s rule and replace it with yoursShare your rule with a friend or write it publicly (because owning it increases impact)Choose one action this week that aligns with your new ruleEpisode Affirmations I am authorized to shape my lifeMy rules reflect my truthI lead with intentionJournal Prompt What rule have I been living by that isn’t mine, and what would happen if I rewrote it? 👉 Grab your copy of If I Ruled the World: https://amzn.to/40fTWI8Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this episode, I’m breaking down overthinking and why it quietly kills momentum. If you’ve been stuck in analysis, waiting for clarity, or afraid to choose wrong, this conversation explains what’s happening and how to get moving again. Overthinking feels responsible, but it’s often fear disguised as preparation. And the longer you stay in your head, the harder it becomes to trust your next step. This episode is about interrupting that loop and rebuilding momentum in real-time.In This Episode • Why overthinking is a fear response, not a strategy• How perfectionism delays progress• The real cost of waiting to feel ready• Why momentum creates clarity, not the other way aroundPractical Activation Steps1. Put a deadline on one decision you’ve been avoiding2. Ask for the next step, not the final outcome3. Use movement to reset your nervous system (walk, stretch, clean)4. Make one imperfect decision on purpose this weekAffirmations I trust myself to decide and adjustMotion brings clarityI do not need certainty to beginJournal Prompt What decision have I delayed because I’m afraid to be wrong, and what changes if I choose anyway?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

I'm back girlfriends, and it's a NEW DAY!In this premiere episode, I’m talking about what happens when we trade alignment for comfort and slowly disconnect from our own power. This conversation is about recognizing where you’ve been shrinking, over-accommodating, or choosing approval over truth and how to start reversing that pattern in real life, not just in theory. If you’ve felt stuck, drained, or unsure of yourself lately, this episode explains why and gives you practical steps to reconnect with your voice and your decisions.In This Episode • How “keeping the peace” can weaken self-trust• The signs you’re playing small without realizing it• Why power is built on self-trust, not confidence• What changes when you choose alignment over approvalPractical Activation Steps1. Do a power audit: Identify one area where you’re avoiding honesty to stay comfortable2. Practice one direct statement this week without over-explaining3. Make one daily decision based on alignment, not approvalEpisode Affirmations I am safe to take up spaceI trust my decisionsI choose alignment over approvalJournal Prompt Where am I staying comfortable instead of being honest, and what would change if I stopped?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🚨 ATTN!!! 🚨 Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles!Get your tickets now: www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from today's episode!What does it take to experience longevity in friendships? And, can you actually live next door to your bestie?Our guests today Erinna and Kelly, are two of the leading ladies of FriendHood, a real-life friend circle who share proximity of the heart, mind, and zip code. These besties decided to take their connection to the next level, as neighbors and now friendship enthusiasts, spreading their story and their best practices around the world!Listen and Learn:1. How these besties manage to create safe spaces over time in their friendship and community2. Their formula for togetherness in friendship3. How forgiveness plays a role in the longevity of their relationship4. Tips and tools for going the distance and choosing lifelong besties!—————————I'd love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell me why! Leave me an iTunes review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send me a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having me as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🚨 ATTN!!! 🚨 Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles!Get your tickets now: www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from today's episode!What does it take to experience longevity in friendships? And, can you actually live next door to your bestie?Our guests today Kristi and Sarabeth, are two of the leading ladies of FriendHood, a real-life friend circle who share proximity of the heart, mind, and zip code. These besties decided to take their connection to the next level, as neighbors and now friendship enthusiasts, spreading their story and their best practices around the world!Listen and Learn:1. How one viral video sets the tone for Friendhood to be birthed.2. How Kristi and Sarabeth approach friendship and safe space in their relationship3. The values that make Friendhood such a great example of chosen sisterhood4. Tips and tools for going the distance and choosing lifelong besties!—————————I'd love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell me why! Leave me an iTunes review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send me a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having me as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🚨 ATTN!!! 🚨 Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉 www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from today's episode!Have you been waiting on the right time, right people and right reason to start activating your dream idea? Then this episode is for you!Listen and Learn:1. The three types of success you'll experience when you're activating a dream.2. What doubt looks and feels like.3. Is your idea small? Reasons why that matters to God.4. How to flip the script on doubt and negativity!—————————I'd love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell me why! Leave me an iTunes review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send me a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having me as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🚨 ATTN!!! 🚨 Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉 www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from today's episode!How many times have you been in situations where the outcome felt beyond your control? Are you in a space now where you need a MIRACLE?Today's episode is all about the power of a miracle and why you and I need to foster space for miracles in our lives.Listen and Learn:1. What is a miracle, and why are they important?2. How does a miracle happen, really?3. Why are miracles so hard to believe?4. My personal story of a miracle she never imagined!—————————I'd love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell me why! Leave me an iTunes review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send me a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having me as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🚨 ATTN!!! 🚨 Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉 www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from our guest today, Dr. Crystal Leonard!What would happen if you stopped overthinking and holding yourself hostage? What's waiting on the other side of fear? Tap in as me and Dr. Crystal Leonard discuss OVERTHINKING and all of the many ways that it's keeping your dreams at bay and making you second-guess your brilliance. Listen and Learn:1. What is overthinking, and why do we do it?2. How does overthinking paralyze your dreams?3. How do you end the cycle of overthinking and do something different immediately?4. How do you sustain momentum when you're on the other side of overthinking?—————————Sybil would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell her why! Leave her an iTunes review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send Sybil a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Sybil as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

ATTN!!!Friendfest is taking place September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉 www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn from one of our Top Pods!People speak about the season and reasons for friendship, but how do you get to the ones that last a lifetime?My mom is here to help!  At the ripe age of 81, Jean Clark has so many thriving friendships that are centered around loving, accepting, and celebrating each friend as they are. I've gained so much observing my mother in friendship and mirror many of her qualities in efforts to one day be as good a friend as she is to the women she loves! I invited her to join me to share nuggets of wisdom with you!Listen and Learn:1. How great girlfriendship keeps my mom thriving at all ages2. What you need to know to have great girlfriendship in your life3. How to appreciate your friends and not discard them when it's hard4. How great friendships bring out the best in you!—————————Sybil would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell her why! Leave her a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send Sybil a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Sybil as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

ATTN!!!Friendfest is taking place September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉 www.thegreatgirlfriends.comNow, get ready to listen and learn to one of our Top Pods!Everyone has the power to rise and shine, but many women struggle with the ability to do it authentically.Our guest today KJ Rose, is a dynamic force for good, bringing everyone’s inner light to the forefront and challenging humans to honor their brilliance!As a creative director and human performance development expert, KJ has worked with some of the world’s biggest stars helping them to deliver their ultimate performances on stage. KJ teaches her clients to show up everyday as if you’re delivering the performance of your life.Listen and Learn:1. How KJ learned to appreciate her own brilliance and expertise2. What you need to know to give the world the best version of yourself3. How to appreciate your weaknesses and not run from them4. How great friendships bring out the best in you!—————————Sybil would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell her why! Leave her a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Send Sybil a DM directly to www.instagram.com/sybil_amuti or an email to [email protected] now 👉🏽 www.instagram.com/thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 www.facebook.com/groups/thegreatgirlfriendsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Sybil as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this essential episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we shine a light on an often-overlooked health crisis: COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)—the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. Join us as we sit down with Jean Wright, CEO of the COPD Foundation, and Demeshia Montgomery, COPD patient advocate, for a candid and powerful conversation on battling COPD and the fight for awareness.We partnered with @HealthyWomen and @COPDFoundation, with support from Sanofi and Regeneron, to bring this critical conversation to light. Get ready to learn, be inspired, and take action for better health and stronger advocacy!Key Takeaways:💡 Understanding COPD: What it is and why it's affecting millions in silence.💪 The importance of early detection and proactive health measures.🌟 How community support and advocacy can transform patient outcomes.📣 Ways you can get involved in raising awareness and supporting those impacted.About Our Guests:Jean Wright is the CEO of the COPD Foundation, leading the charge for greater awareness, research, and community support for those living with COPD.Demeshia Montgomery is a passionate COPD patient advocate, sharing her journey to inspire others to seek support and live empowered lives.Listen Now: Press play to learn how we can fight back against COPD and support our community in powerful, life-changing ways.Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowLearn More:Visit HealthyWomen for resources and support.Explore COPD Foundation for education and community programs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Major Announcement:Hey you! Friendfest is taking place September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! grab your girlfriends and get readyt for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉Ok, now on to today's episode!Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉Need a fresh dose of purpose and power? These words of wisdom from Tiffany Aliche are the spark you didn’t know you needed.In this unforgettable episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re bringing you the energy from our live fireside chat at FriendFest NYC, featuring none other than Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche! 💥Tiffany doesn’t hold back as she shares from the heart on overcoming grief, shaking off shame, and how to zero in on your goals with the kind of focus that changes lives. This isn’t your typical motivational chat—it’s a strategic, soul-nourishing convo that will leave you equipped and empowered.Key Takeaways:🌳 The Trees vs. Forest Method: A powerful mindset shift for goal-setting and dream-chasing💔 How Tiffany worked through grief and turned pain into purpose🚫 Why denying shame is a non-negotiable for moving forward🎯 Tactical tips for prioritizing goals without burnoutAbout Tiffany Aliche:Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche is an award-winning financial educator, author of the New York Times bestseller Get Good with Money, and founder of the Live Richer Academy. Her wisdom, authenticity, and strategic approach to personal growth have helped millions of women build wealth, confidence, and legacy.Listen Now: Tap into Tiffany’s top-pod gems from FriendFest and get ready to refocus, reset, and rise.Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉Feeling off, overwhelmed, or just not quite yourself lately? Pause, sis—you're not alone.In this deeply affirming episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re bringing a powerful workshop moment from inside our community to your ears. TEDx speaker and perimenopause expert Joi Worthy Johnson joins us for a candid and enlightening conversation on what it really means to navigate perimenopause with knowledge, grace, and sisterhood.Too many women are silently battling the changes in their bodies, minds, and emotions—confused, exhausted, and isolated. But Joi is here to break it all down, normalize the experience, and help women feel informed, empowered, and supported every step of the way.Key Takeaways:🌸 What perimenopause really looks like (spoiler: it’s not just hot flashes)💥 The emotional and mental shifts that no one talks about🧠 Why knowledge is your best defense against fear and isolation👭 How community and conversation can change everythingAbout Joi Worthy Johnson:Joi Worthy Johnson is a TEDx speaker, certified coach, and founder of the “Pause Sis” platform. With a mission to bring women into deeper awareness around perimenopause and midlife transitions, she blends education, storytelling, and advocacy to create safe, healing spaces for growth and conversation.Listen Now: If you're going through it or know someone who is, this episode is your reminder: you are NOT alone. Hit play and get the insight, humor, and wisdom you’ve been waiting for.Don't Forget: Friendfest is taking place on September 26th in Los Angeles! Tickets for FriendFest are going live next week! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for the Early Bird pricing! 🎉Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉This week on The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re diving deep into a topic that too often goes undiscussed: lupus. In our powerful episode titled "Beyond the Usual Aches: The Surprising Signs Your Body Might Be Battling Lupus," we sit down with Dr. Jessica Williams and patient advocate Tracy Wilson to uncover the silent symptoms, life-changing diagnosis journeys, and the path to thriving with lupus.Whether you’ve been diagnosed, know someone who has, or simply want to understand more about this autoimmune disease, Dr. Williams brings her medical expertise while Tracy shares her raw, real-life experience battling lupus. Together, they reveal what many women endure in silence—and why awareness is key to advocacy and healing.This episode is presented in partnership with @HealthyWomen with support from GSK and Novartis.Key Takeaways:🌟 The hidden signs of lupus that often go unnoticed💡 How early detection and advocacy can change lives🤝 Building a support system that understands chronic illness🔥 Why more conversations about lupus are needed in women’s healthAbout Our Guests:Dr. Jessica Williams: A board-certified rheumatologist with expertise in autoimmune diseases, dedicated to educating and empowering patients.Tracy Wilson: Lupus warrior and advocate sharing her journey to inspire strength and resilience in others.Listen Now: Press play and get informed, inspired, and equipped to understand lupus beyond the surface.Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this episode, we talk about the realness of Mother's Day emotions, upcoming community events, and a Save the Date for FriendFest on September 26th in LA!In this powerful and inspiring episode, Sybil sits down with two powerhouse women: Brandice Daniel, Founder of Harlem’s Fashion Row, and Dr. Jatali Bellanton, Founder of Kids Who Bank. Together, they discuss what it means to be a woman in business, wear multiple hats, and build thriving communities. Key Takeaways:💡 How Brandice and Jatali got started as entrepreneurs🤝 The art of building community in entrepreneurship🎯 Managing multiple hats without losing your mind💥 Why collaboration among women is the key to lasting impactAbout Our Guests:Brandice Daniel is the visionary behind Harlem's Fashion Row, a platform that connects multicultural designers with global fashion opportunities.Dr. Jatali Bellanton is the founder of Kids Who Bank, an organization dedicated to financial literacy and economic empowerment for young people.Listen Now: Hit play and get inspired by these dynamic women who are leading with purpose, community, and impact!Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowSave the Date:🌟 FriendFest 2025 – September 26th in LA! You don’t want to miss this live experience! Stay tuned for details.Interested in advertising or booking Sybil? Email: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Are you ready to build the kind of community that protects your power and amplifies your voice?Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉This week on The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re joined by the dynamic Twanna Harris for a game-changing convo. With the NFL Draft spotlighting the rising stars—and the erasure of the moms who raised them—Twanna is flipping the script and creating a seat at the table for women who’ve been left out.From Shedeur Sanders’ viral headlines to everyday stories of mothers being overlooked by agents and industry gatekeepers, this episode explores why mothers must be at the center of conversations about career, legacy, and power.Key Takeaways:🌟 Moms matter in every part of the game—especially behind the scenes💥 Real support means resource sharing, not isolation🔥 It’s time for women to build their own tables, leagues, and legaciesAbout Twanna Harris:Twanna is a cultural strategist, visionary mom, and founder of the League of Industry Moms—a bold new initiative for mothers of athletes. Her mission: build an ecosystem that centers women, honors their contributions, and makes room for every woman’s voice.Listen Now: Hit play and discover why building a league of your own might be the most powerful move you make this year.Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉This week on The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re getting loud, bold, and unapologetic with none other than powerhouse thought leader Minda Harts! If you’ve ever felt like your voice didn’t matter or the room just wasn’t built for you, this is your episode. Minda is bringing the fire to help you rise above the noise, claim your space, and lead with purpose. It’s time to secure your seat, your voice, and your impact!Key Takeaways:🎤 The importance of owning your voice in spaces that weren’t built for you🔥 How to transform trauma into power and leadership📚 Why your lived experience is your superpower—and how to use it to lead change🚀 Ways to develop a thought leadership strategy that moves the needle for you and othersAbout Minda Harts: Minda Harts is the bestselling and award-winning author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table, Right Within: How to Heal from Racial Trauma in the Workplace, and the YA fave You Are More Than Magic. She’s a dynamic speaker and thought-leader who has rocked the mic at Nike, Google, JP Morgan, Aspen Ideas Festival, and more. Minda is also an assistant professor at NYU and founder of The Memo LLC—a career development company committed to advancing women of color. Named LinkedIn’s #1 Top Voice for Equity in the Workplace and one of Business Insider’s 100 People Transforming Business, Minda is the truth, the blueprint, and the voice we’ve all been waiting for.Action Steps:✅ Reflect on the ways you've minimized your voice—and reclaim it starting now.✅ Write down your core message as a thought leader. What do you want to be known for?✅ Share one thing you’re committing to say loudly this week—because your voice matters.Listen Now: You don’t want to miss this electric convo with Minda Harts! Hit play now to get the fuel you need to lead boldly and speak with power.Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowWant to connect with Sybil?DM her on Instagram @sybil_amutiEmail: [email protected] in advertising on the show or booking Sybil as a guest? Email: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Change is inevitable, but what if you could pivot with peace instead of panic?In this episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we sit down with Aseanté Renee, LMSW, a powerhouse in healing, wellness, and leadership. With over two decades of experience in trauma-informed care and social justice reform, Aseanté helps people create lives they don’t need to escape. She shares invaluable insights on overcoming perfectionism, setting boundaries, and making bold moves with confidence. If you're at a crossroads, this conversation will empower you to embrace change with trust and intention.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to embrace change without fearThe art of setting boundaries and stepping away from perfectionismStrategies to pivot in peace and build sustainable successThe power of healing circles, sisterhood, and community supportAbout Aseanté Renee: Aseanté Renee, LMSW, is a licensed therapist, international speaker, and Founder/Chief Wellness Officer of The Axon Group, an industry-leading transformative coaching firm. She is also the founder of the Susu House, a nonprofit committed to healing equity and accessibility. Her work spans from executive coaching to high-impact partnerships, including initiatives with Shipt x Issa Rae, The Loveland Foundation, and Lizzo’s Yitty brand. She is the author of The Perfect Lie: A Reset Guide for Recovering Perfectionists and leads the Retiring Superwoman Executives Cohort, helping Black women in leadership reclaim rest and balance.Connect with Aseanté Renee:Instagram: @aseantereneeWebsite: www.axongroupinc.comShare Your Thoughts: Loved this episode? We want to hear from you! Screenshot and tag @thegreatgirlfriends and @aseanterenee with your biggest takeaway!Listen and Subscribe: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Great Girlfriends Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you tune in.And don’t forget to leave a review—it helps us keep bringing you the content you love!Resources & Mentions:The Perfect Lie: A Reset Guide for Recovering Perfectionists by Aseanté ReneeThe Axon Group: Transformative Coaching & Leadership DevelopmentThe Susu House: Healing Equity and Accessibility InitiativeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this must-listen episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we’re breaking down the five essential friends you NEED in your life to truly bloom in 2025! Because let’s be real—your circle determines your growth, and you deserve a squad that helps you rise, not stay stuck.We’re diving deep into the roles that each of these powerhouse friends play and how they can shape your journey toward success, joy, and fulfillment. Plus, you’ll walk away with practical tips on how to find, nurture, and become the kind of friend that makes life richer!Key Takeaways:💪 The Power of Your Inner Circle – The people around you influence your mindset, ambition, and overall growth.💡 Support and Accountability Matter – Having friends who encourage your dreams and keep you on track is essential.🌟 Energy is Contagious – Surround yourself with people who uplift, motivate, and bring positivity into your life.🤝 Wisdom and Perspective – Friends who offer insight and guidance help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity.🚀 Unwavering Support is Priceless – True friendship is about showing up, no matter what.Action Steps:✅ Audit Your Circle – Do these five roles exist in your squad? If not, it’s time to be intentional about expanding your friendships.✅ Show Appreciation – Send a quick text to your Ride-or-Die or Energy Charger today. A little love goes a long way!✅ Be That Friend – What role are YOU playing in your friendships? Make it a goal to uplift and pour into your people.Listen Now: Whether you’re looking to strengthen your tribe or wondering how to find these key friendships, this episode is packed with insights that will help you build the kind of relationships that make you unstoppable!Connect with us! 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch NowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

🎧 Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉 In this powerful episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re sitting down with Dr. Marlo Nicole—a visionary entrepreneur, wealth builder, podcaster, and advocate for financial legacy. Dr. Marlo shares her journey of resilience, reinvention, and financial empowerment, offering wisdom that every woman needs to hear. From career pivots to personal sacrifices, she breaks down what it truly takes to build a lasting legacy and push forward—no matter the obstacles. Key Takeaways: 💡 Defining Financial Legacy: Dr. Marlo unpacks what financial legacy really means and how women can build lasting wealth for future generations.💡 The Power of the Pivot: Learn about the professional shifts she made—and why other women should consider making bold moves in their careers.💡 Sacrifice for Success: Dr. Marlo gets real about the sacrifices she’s made that have paved the way for the freedom she enjoys today.💡 Breaking Through Stagnation: Stuck? Dr. Marlo delivers powerful advice on how to push past self-doubt and step into your next season of success.Action Steps: ✅ Evaluate your financial legacy. What steps are you taking today to create generational wealth?✅ Identify a career pivot. Where do you need to shift, evolve, or take a risk to reach your goals? ✅ Make a sacrifice for the greater good. What’s one thing you can give up today that will set you up for long-term success?🎙 Listen Now: If you’re ready to break through barriers, redefine success, and keep pushing forward, this episode is for you!Connect with us!👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this energizing episode, we’re diving into the three things you absolutely cannot thrive without in 2025! Listen as Sybil breaks down the essentials for making this year your best yet, sharing practical strategies, real talk, and plenty of motivation to help you step into your power and own your journey.Key Takeaways:Unshakeable Faith: Discover why unwavering belief in yourself, your purpose, and your possibilities is the foundation for a thriving life.Unwavering Discipline and Mental Strength: Learn how consistency, self-discipline, and mental resilience set successful people apart from the rest.A Loyal Community: Understand the importance of surrounding yourself with people who support, uplift, and push you toward your goals.Action Steps:Write down three affirmations and say them daily to strengthen your faith.Identify one area of your life where you’ve been undisciplined and commit to 30 days of consistency.Evaluate your inner circle—who’s lifting you up, and who’s draining your energy? Adjust accordingly.Listen now: Whether you’re striving for personal growth, career success, or deeper connections, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you thrive in 2025!Connect with us! 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this powerful episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Key Hallmon—visionary leader, author, and founder of The Village Market. Dr. Key takes us on a journey through her groundbreaking Village Model and shares how collective economics can transform lives and businesses. She breaks down the myth of being "self-made" and reveals why leaning into community is the key to sustainable success.Key Takeaways:The Myth of Being Self-Made: Dr. Key challenges the traditional narrative of solo success and highlights why community-driven business models are the future.Building Collective Wealth: Learn how The Village Market has generated over $8.8 million in direct sales for Black-owned businesses and how you can apply similar strategies.The Power of Purpose: Discover how aligning your business with a greater mission can lead to lasting impact and financial growth.Shifting to an Abundance Mindset: Dr. Key shares actionable tips for embracing collaboration over competition and using collective economics to thrive.Practical Steps to Success: Gain insights into how mentorship, grants, and networking can elevate your business and personal development.Action Steps:✅ Identify one way you can tap into your community for support and business growth.✅ Evaluate your current mindset—are you operating from scarcity or abundance?✅ Research collective economic models and consider how they can apply to your business or career path.Listen Now: Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to expand your vision, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable strategies that will inspire and empower you to move forward—just like Dr. Key Hallmon!Connect with us! 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: Join Here👉🏽 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Watch HereAbout Dr. Key Hallmon:Dr. Lakeysha “Key” Hallmon, EdD, is a mission-driven visionary, author, and social entrepreneur redefining success through community-driven business models. As the founder of The Village Market, she has empowered over 1,440 Black-owned businesses, facilitated $8.8 million in direct sales, and distributed $800,000 in grants. Through her nonprofit, Our Village United, Dr. Key provides mentorship and technical assistance to business owners, proving that no one truly succeeds alone. Her latest book, No One Is Self-Made, is a must-read guide challenging the myth of individual success and offering a roadmap to thriving through collaboration and purpose-driven leadership.BUY THE BOOK HERE:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063315890/keywords=entrepreneur?tag=harpercollinsus-20Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Can Mothers and Daughters REALLY Be Friends?An episode takeover with the hosts of Keep Your Kookee - RAHQUEL & FALYN PURCELLABOUT THIS EPISODECan you really be besties with your mom? What does it take to make that happen? And can you actually talk “body count” with your mama? 😳This week, we’re diving into the mother/daughter friendship dynamic with Keep Your Kookee hosts Rahquel and Falyn Purcell! These two ladies are on a mission to strengthen and protect the sacred bond between moms and daughters through their podcast and movement.While Sybil is on hiatus, Rahquel and Falyn are taking over to bring us a candid, hilarious, and eye-opening conversation about trust, connection, and the real work it takes to evolve a mother/daughter relationship into a true friendship.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:🔥 How Rahquel and Falyn established a friendship that goes beyond just being mother and daughter🔥 What trust, intimacy, and connection really look like when you set the foundation for a great relationship🔥 Why daughters need to keep their moms in the loop—and why moms need to show up as women first to their daughters🔥 And more!ARE YOU LOVING WHAT YOU’RE HEARING?If you’re nodding your head and taking notes, make sure you:✅ Subscribe to The Great Girlfriends Podcast✅ Leave a review and share this episode with a friend✅ Keep up with Rahquel & Falyn at @keepyourkookeePress play and get ready for a heartwarming and hilarious convo that will change the way you see mother/daughter friendships!#TheGreatGirlfriends #PodcastLife #WomenWhoPodcast #MotherDaughterGoals #FriendshipGoals #RealTalkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Ready to redefine what success means to you?Dr. Tara Jenkins joins The Great Girlfriends Podcast for a soul-stirring conversation about owning your journey, embracing preparation, and walking boldly into your purpose. Drawing inspiration from the biblical story of Esther, Dr. Jenkins shows us how to navigate life’s stages with grace and intention, moving beyond societal expectations to discover true fulfillment.This episode is your guide to:✨ Being present and prepared for your “next.”✨ Letting go of outdated dreams to embrace new opportunities.✨ Understanding success as a tool for purpose—not just personal gain. Whether you're at the start of a new chapter or struggling to align with your path, this episode will empower you to say “yes” to your destiny.What You’ll Learn:Why redefining success is critical at every stage of life.The importance of preparation, even when guarantees aren’t visible.How to use your current position as a platform for impact.Ways to embrace new opportunities that align with your higher calling.Tips for navigating societal pressure and staying true to your unique path.Wisdom from Dr. Tara Jenkins:💡 “Success isn’t just about climbing the ladder—it’s about who you’re helping while you’re there.”💡 “Preparation without guarantees teaches you resilience and trust.”💡 “Your purpose is bigger than your position—walk through the doors meant for you.”ActionSteps for Listeners:Reflect: Take time to redefine success for yourself—what does it truly mean in this season of life?Prepare: Identify one area where you need to invest in preparation, even if you’re unsure of the outcome.Walk Through Open Doors: Say yes to opportunities that align with your purpose, even if they’re not part of your original plan.Impact: Look for ways to use your platform—big or small—for the greater good.Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this TGG TAKEOVER episode, we’re diving deep into the powerful, life-changing art of setting boundaries. Hosted by Dr. Dolores Tarver, Ebony Young, LPC, and Rev. Amarylis West, this conversation is a masterclass on how boundaries aren’t just a “nice-to-have” — they’re essential to living a life full of self-respect, peace, and empowerment. Whether it’s with family, at work, in romantic relationships, or within your faith community, boundaries are your secret weapon for protecting your energy and advocating for your needs.Setting boundaries can feel hard—especially when it’s with people you love or in environments you’re committed to. But if there’s one thing we learned in this episode, it’s that setting clear boundaries is a form of self-love, and it’s necessary to maintain the respect, peace, and harmony in your life. Buckle up for a no-holds-barred conversation on how to show up fully for yourself, no matter the relationship or situation.Key Takeaways:The Power of Boundaries: Boundaries are essential for teaching others how to treat us, protecting our time, and maintaining our energy. It’s not just about saying “no,” it’s about advocating for what you need and standing firm in it.The Struggles with Loved Ones: Setting boundaries with family and friends can be one of the toughest things we’ll do. The desire to make others happy often leads us to overlook our own needs. The ladies share why this is a recipe for burnout and how to navigate it.Workplace Boundaries: Knowing your rights, communicating your expectations, and staying professional are key in maintaining healthy work relationships. This episode has gems on how to communicate boundaries at work and deal with workplace violations head-on.Romantic Relationships: Setting boundaries in love might feel like walking a tightrope, but it’s crucial for your mental and emotional health. The ladies talk about how healthy relationships can handle boundaries and the importance of mutual respect.Accountability Partners & Exit Strategies: Sometimes, maintaining boundaries requires reinforcements. Accountability partners can help you stick to your limits, and knowing when to step away from toxic relationships or situations is key.Action Steps:Review workplace policies: Take the time to understand your rights and responsibilities in your professional environment.Set your boundaries clearly: Don’t just say what you need, communicate it, and follow through with consequences if those boundaries are violated.Create an exit strategy: Know when it’s time to walk away from relationships or environments that don’t respect your boundaries.Lean on accountability partners: Find a support system to help you maintain and reinforce your boundaries when you need it most.Issues & Risks:Difficulty in setting and maintaining boundaries with loved ones.Challenges in clearly communicating boundaries without feeling guilty or selfish.The risk of moving the goalposts when boundaries are violated or ignored.The dangers of self-diagnosing based on social media trends and how it impacts personal boundaries.Questions Discussed:“Why is it so difficult to maintain a boundary once we’ve set it?”“How do I go about addressing boundary violations in spaces like church?”Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

The holidays can be a time of joy and connection—but they can also bring challenges like obligated fellowship, family pressures, and navigating tough emotions. In this special TGG Takeover episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, guest hosts Rev. Amarylis West, Dr. Dolores Tarver, and Ebony Young, LPC take the reins to unpack the complexities of holiday gatherings. Together, they share strategies for setting boundaries, managing expectations, and creating joyful spaces, whether with family or chosen communities. With honesty, compassion, and practical advice, this episode offers a guide to embracing the season with grace and intention. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by family obligations, struggled with grief during the holidays, or wanted to redefine your traditions, this conversation is for you!What You’ll Learn:How to plan ahead and set boundaries for holiday gatherings.The importance of self-compassion and mindfulness during high-pressure events.Why creating joyful spaces for yourself and others is key to a peaceful holiday season.How to navigate grief and let go of difficult emotions during the holidays.Tools and strategies for handling unfamiliar or new traditions with confidence.Practical Tips:Pre-plan your gatherings: Communicate changes or boundaries early to avoid surprises.Create new traditions: If old ones don’t serve you, find meaningful ways to celebrate with chosen communities or friends.Practice mindfulness: Stay present in the moment to reduce anxiety and overwhelm.Use rituals to process emotions: Journaling, ceremonies, or other symbolic acts can help with grief and emotional release.Find an accountability partner: They can help you stay grounded and even advocate for you in tough situations.Your Holiday Action Steps:✅ Plan ahead for family gatherings and communicate any changes or boundaries.✅ Reach out to supportive communities to create spaces of joy and acceptance.✅ Practice self-compassion and allow yourself to feel emotions without judgment.Resources Mentioned:Journaling prompts for holiday mindfulness.Mindfulness and breathing exercises for managing stress.Tips for creating new holiday traditions.Continue the Conversation:We’d love to hear how you’re navigating the holidays! Share your tips and reflections with us:Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Girlfriends, rejection might sting, but what if I told you it’s one of the greatest gifts life can offer? In this empowering episode, I flip the script on rejection, showing us why it’s not something to fear but something to embrace. From personal stories of overcoming rejection to practical tips for building resilience, we journey to reframe rejection as a necessary part of growth and alignment. Tune in for a powerful conversation on why every “no” is a stepping stone to your next breakthrough!What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy rejection is a redirection to something better.How rejection builds resilience and strengthens your “bounce-back” muscle.Why rejection helps refine your focus and clarify what truly matters.Practical tips for flipping the narrative on rejection and using it as fuel for growth.How to embrace rejection as a tool for transformation and empowerment.Power Quotes from the Episode💬 “Rejection isn’t an end; it’s a redirection. It’s life’s way of saying, ‘That wasn’t for you—there’s something better waiting.’” – Sybil Amuti💬 “Every ‘no’ you face is making you stronger. Success isn’t about avoiding rejection; it’s about bouncing back from it.” – Sybil Amuti💬 “Rejection clears the noise and sharpens your focus. It’s a gift that helps you realign with your purpose.” – Sybil AmutiAction StepsJournal It Out: Write down a recent rejection and identify three ways it’s helping you grow or shift.Reframe the Narrative: Instead of thinking, “I failed,” ask yourself, “What is this teaching me?”Share Your Story: Post about a rejection that turned into a blessing using the hashtag #GreatGirlfriendRejection.Resources MentionedEpisode: Why We Need to Build Resilience in FriendshipsBook Recommendation: Daring Greatly by Brené BrownFollow Sybil on Instagram: @sybilamutiSupport the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this powerful episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Lani Phillips, a dynamic leader and executive whose career and life experiences have paved the way for transformative insights in leadership, resilience, and authenticity. Lani’s impressive journey includes breaking barriers in corporate America, championing diversity and inclusion, and mastering the art of leading with heart. Today, she opens up about the lessons she’s learned on her path to becoming a trailblazer and how resilience has been her secret weapon in navigating both professional and personal challenges. Get ready for a conversation that will leave you inspired to elevate your leadership skills, stand strong in adversity, and show up as your authentic self—every single time.Key Takeaways:Redefining Leadership: Lani shares her unique perspective on what it means to be a true leader, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and leading by example.Building Resilience: Discover the personal stories and pivotal moments that shaped Lani’s resilient mindset. She reveals how she cultivated inner strength through setbacks and how you can too.The Power of Authenticity: Lani discusses the role of authenticity in her leadership journey and how embracing her true self allowed her to connect deeply with her teams and drive impactful change.Championing Diversity and Inclusion: As a diversity advocate, Lani talks about the importance of inclusive leadership and offers practical tips on creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.Actionable Leadership Tips: Lani provides a toolkit of leadership strategies you can apply immediately, from effective decision-making to building a resilient mindset that thrives in tough times.Action Steps:Reflect on Your Leadership Style: Take a moment to assess how you show up as a leader and identify areas where you can lead with more empathy and authenticity.Build Your Resilience Muscle: Embrace the mindset shifts Lani shares to bounce back from setbacks and grow stronger through challenges.Champion Diversity: Make it a point to foster an inclusive environment in your own sphere of influence, and challenge yourself to be a voice for those who need it.Show Up as Your True Self: Take off the mask and lean into the power of authenticity in both your personal and professional life.Listen Now: If you’re ready to level up your leadership game and learn from one of the best, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready for powerful insights, practical strategies, and a dose of inspiration that will propel you forward. 🎧Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletter#TheGreatGirlfriends #LeadershipLessons #Resilience #LaniPhillips #WomenWhoLead #AuthenticLeadership #InclusionMatters #CareerInspiration #EmpoweredWomenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Andrea A. Osei, a remarkable Ghanaian American woman whose journey of loss has transformed her life and career. Andrea is a pharmacist turned bridal designer whose stunning work has graced pages of The New York Times, BRIDES, Teen Vogue, BET, and more. Known for her modern, heritage-inspired gowns, Andrea’s pieces tell stories of resilience, family, and fresh beginnings. Today, she opens up about her grief journey and how she managed to find success while processing profound loss.Through her story, Andrea offers insights into how grief affects daily life, relationships, and business, and she provides encouragement for those struggling to move forward. This conversation is a powerful reminder of how even in the most challenging times, we have the capacity to keep dreaming, creating, and winning.Key Takeaways:Navigating Daily Life in Grief: Andrea shares how grief reshaped her routine, from her work as a designer to her personal habits, and how it influenced her approach to each day.Impact on Family and Relationships: She opens up about the shifts in family dynamics and personal relationships that arose during her grieving process, revealing the beauty and complexity of connection during hard times.Finding Purpose Through Loss: Andrea’s transition from pharmacist to bridal designer reflects how grief often leads us to unexpected paths. She explains how her brand, Andrea Osei BRIDE, became a tribute to her grandmother, blending modern design with cultural heritage.Advice for Women Stuck in Grief: With grace and empathy, Andrea offers advice to women who feel immobilized by loss, encouraging them to allow space for their emotions while gradually taking steps forward.Building a Business Through Healing: Despite her grief, Andrea found ways to keep her business alive and thriving. She describes how designing gowns became both a source of healing and a powerful form of self-expression.Action Steps:Embrace Small Daily Wins: When grief feels overwhelming, focus on small, achievable tasks that bring a sense of accomplishment and purpose.Lean on Your Support System: Open up to family, friends, or a grief support group. Relationships can be anchors during periods of loss.Channel Grief into Creation: Like Andrea, explore ways to turn pain into passion, whether it’s through art, a hobby, or a new career path.Allow Yourself to Evolve: Embrace the changes that grief may bring to your life and identity; it’s okay to evolve as you heal.Listen Now: Whether you’re walking through your own season of loss or looking for inspiration to pursue your dreams, Andrea’s story will touch your heart and remind you of the power of resilience. 🎧 Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this empowering and soul-stirring episode, I dive deep into the question that so many of us need to ask ourselves: Do your habits align with your hopes? If you’re ready to level up and bring some real alignment between your dreams and your daily actions, this episode is your roadmap to change. Sybil takes us through the power of tiny habits, shares real stats about how women get in their own way, and provides practical steps to start swapping out self-sabotaging habits for powerful, goal-aligning ones.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why habits matter more than you think — Almost half of your daily actions happen on autopilot, and Sybil breaks down why that matters.The biggest obstacles for women — Discover the real challenges that women face in building the lives they dream of and how to overcome them.How to conduct a “habit audit” — Learn how to identify habits that serve your goals and those that don’t, without judgment.3 power moves for changing habits — Sybil shares actionable steps for swapping out habits and creating accountability that sticks.Power Quotes from the Episode:“Dreams don’t work unless you do. If your habits aren’t aligned with your hopes, then you’re living on hope alone—and hope without a plan is just wishful thinking.” — Sybil Amuti“Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.” — Robert Collier“The big secret in life is that there is no big secret. Whatever your goal, you can get there if you’re willing to work.” — Oprah WinfreyAction Steps:Audit Your Current Habits — Take a week to track your actions and identify which ones support or sabotage your dreams.Replace, Don’t Remove — Focus on swapping out habits that don’t serve you with small, sustainable ones that move you forward.Create Accountability — Find an accountability partner or join a community to keep you motivated and on track.Read the article here: https://the-great-girlfriends.ck.page/posts/do-your-habits-match-your-hopesSupport the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this essential episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we’re diving deep into an important conversation about melanoma, a type of skin cancer that affects thousands of people each year. We’ve partnered with HealthyWomen, with support from Merck, to bring you critical information on how to protect your skin, recognize melanoma symptoms, and navigate treatment options. From understanding what melanoma is, to learning how it can present differently in various individuals, this episode covers everything you need to know about melanoma prevention, early detection, and treatment. We’ll also discuss the latest in genetic tumor testing, clinical trials, and practical steps you can take to reduce your risk.Key Takeaways:What Is Melanoma and How Common Is It?Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that can spread to other organs if not caught early. We explore how common it is and why early detection is key to improving outcomes.Do Melanoma Symptoms Appear the Same for Everyone?Melanoma can look different depending on skin type, color, and individual health. We discuss what to look out for and how to spot potential signs of melanoma early.Does Surgery to Remove Skin Cancer Leave Permanent Scars?We unpack the impact of surgery on the skin and what patients can expect after treatment. Will surgery leave a lasting mark? We break down what you should know about post-surgery appearance and healing.What Is Genetic Tumor Testing and Should You Consider It?Genetic tumor testing is a cutting-edge option for individuals diagnosed with melanoma. We explain what it is, how it works, and why it could be an important step in personalizing your treatment plan.Are There Clinical Trials for Melanoma? How Can You Learn About Them?Clinical trials are a vital part of advancing melanoma treatment. We discuss who is eligible to participate, how to find them, and what patients should consider before joining a trial.Who Should Join Clinical Trials?If you’re navigating melanoma, joining a clinical trial might offer new treatment options. We break down who should consider participating and how these trials could potentially benefit you.Steps Women Can Take to Lower Their Melanoma RiskPrevention is key! We outline simple, everyday actions you can take to protect your skin and lower your risk of developing melanoma, including sun protection tips and skin monitoring strategies.Action Steps:Check Your Skin: Regularly examine your skin for any new or changing moles or spots. If you notice something unusual, see a dermatologist as soon as possible.Get Genetic Testing: If you’ve been diagnosed with melanoma, talk to your doctor about genetic tumor testing to see if it’s the right option for you.Consider a Clinical Trial: If you’re interested in exploring clinical trials, ask your healthcare provider or visit reputable websites to learn about ongoing research.Sun Safety: Practice safe sun habits by wearing sunscreen, protective clothing, and avoiding peak sun hours.Listen Now: If you’re ready to get the facts and take control of your skin health, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧 Learn how to lower your risk and stay informed about the latest advancements in melanoma treatment and prevention.Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletter#TheGreatGirlfriends #SkinHealth #MelanomaAwareness #HealthyWomen #Merck #ClinicalTrials #SunSafety #SkinCancerPrevention #HealthAndWellness #PreventionMattersBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this electrifying episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we’re diving deep into the powerful journey of Shay S. Wood, a woman on a mission to break generational curses and rewrite her family’s legacy. 💥 Shay shares her raw, unfiltered story of how she identified the destructive patterns in her family and made bold decisions to free herself—and future generations—from those chains.Shay's story is one of transformation, healing, and resilience. She opens up about the painful family narratives that shaped her upbringing, and how she took ownership of her future by refusing to pass down the same struggles. This episode is filled with heart, strategy, and the wisdom every woman needs to hear if she's ready to break free from her family’s past and create a new narrative.Key Takeaways:Defining Generational Curses: Shay explains how generational curses are not just about habits or behaviors, but deep-rooted patterns of dysfunction that can span generations.Family Curses to Break: Shay shares the specific generational curses that plagued her family, including financial hardship, toxic relationships, and limiting beliefs.Decisions That Changed Everything: She takes us through the pivotal decisions that helped her break free—ranging from mindset shifts to setting boundaries and pursuing personal growth.Owning Your Story: Shay encourages women to stop feeling bound by their family’s past and instead take control of their own narrative, no matter how challenging it may be.Practical Steps to Freedom: From healing childhood wounds to creating new, positive habits, Shay offers actionable advice for any woman ready to disrupt the cycle and build a new legacy.Action Steps:Reflect on Your Family Patterns: What generational habits or beliefs do you want to break? Identify the patterns holding you back.Make a Bold Decision: What’s one decision you can make today that will set you on a path toward freedom and growth?Rewrite Your Story: Take a step back and start writing the story you want to tell—focus on the future, not the past.Create New Habits: List three habits you want to start that will pave the way for the life you desire.Listen Now: Whether you're ready to break free from toxic family dynamics or just looking for inspiration to start a new chapter, this episode with Shay S. Wood will fire you up to make those life-changing decisions! 🚀Support the show | Connect with The Great Girlfriends Community👉🏽 Show Love HERE👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM👉🏽 SYBIL'S INSTAGRAM👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY👉🏽 The Great Girlfriends YouTube Channel👉🏽 Get the weekly newsletterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this episode of The Great Girlfriends Podcast, we sit down with the inspiring Dr. Natasha Leath, also known as “Talk to Tash.” Dr. Natasha is an intuitive, coach, and speaker who helps women gain the clarity and confidence needed to move toward their purpose and goals. She shares her journey from uncertainty to alignment in this conversation, offering a blueprint for recognizing clarity and confirmation in our lives. Dr. Natasha unpacks the pivotal moments in her life where clarity emerged and how she learned to embrace the signs confirming her to push forward. Her practical strategies for gaining clarity will help you feel more grounded and confident in your decisions, no matter what stage of life you’re in.Key Takeaways:Clarity Brings Focus: Dr. Natasha explains how having clarity can be the difference between stagnation and progress, and why it’s crucial to identify your "why" before taking action.Receiving Confirmation: She reveals how confirmation often comes through people, opportunities, and even setbacks—and how to recognize these signs when they appear.Trusting the Process: Dr. Natasha emphasizes the importance of trusting the timing of your journey, even when you’re feeling uncertain or overwhelmed.Mindset Shifts: Learn how changing your mindset can unlock the clarity you need to achieve your goals, and why shifting from fear to faith is key to growth.Taking Aligned Action: Dr. Natasha encourages listeners to take action steps that align with their clarity and purpose, even when the road ahead is uncertain.Action Steps:Reflect on Your Current Clarity: What areas of your life or goals need more clarity? Spend time journaling or meditating on what truly matters to you.Look for Confirmation: Identify moments or messages in your life that may serve as confirmation you’re on the right path.Shift Your Mindset: Write down one limiting belief you’ve been holding on to and reframe it into a positive, growth-focused mindset.Take Action: Start by taking small steps in alignment with your goals, even if the bigger picture isn’t fully clear yet.Listen Now: Whether you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or just need a reminder to trust your journey, this episode with Dr. Natasha Leath will provide the insight and inspiration you need to move forward with clarity and confidence.🎧 Don’t miss out—tune in now!#TheGreatGirlfriends #HowSheDidIt #TalkToTash #ClarityAndConfirmation #MindsetMatters #PurposeDriven #PersonalGrowthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In today’s episode of The Great Girlfriends Show, I dive into a topic every girlfriend can relate to: doubt in friendship.Whether it's a nagging feeling about whether your friend still has your back or questions about the strength of your bond, doubt can sneak in and shake the foundation of even the strongest relationships. Sybil offers practical strategies to help you reflect, communicate, and rebuild trust so that doubt doesn’t define your friendship.Tune in to learn how to get back to what really matters—strong, meaningful connections with the women you love.Key Topics:What is doubt in friendship?The importance of checking in with yourself before addressing doubt.How to open the lines of communication with your friend in a healthy way.Why trusting the history you’ve built is key to overcoming doubt.Practical ways to strengthen your friendship after doubt has surfaced.3 Keys to Overcoming Doubt in Friendship:Check in with yourself – Is this doubt about something your friend did, or something you're feeling internally?Open the conversation – Approach your friend with curiosity, not accusation, to get to the heart of the issue.Trust the history – Don’t let one moment of doubt erase years of trust and connection.Memorable Quotes:“Doubt is normal. What you do with that doubt is what makes all the difference.” – Sybil Amuti“If you’re feeling doubt, your friend might be feeling it too. Don’t let it linger. Communication is everything.” – Sybil Amuti“Friendships that can’t withstand tough conversations usually aren’t built on solid ground anyway.” – Sybil AmutiStay Connected with me!Follow Sybil on Instagram: @Sybil_AmutiJoin The Great Girlfriends community on Facebook: The Great Girlfriends Facebook GroupVisit The Great Girlfriends' website for more episodes and resources: www.thegreatgirlfriends.comSubscribe & Share: Love this episode? Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. And don’t forget to share it with your girlfriends!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉In this powerful episode of "How She Did It," we’re thrilled to welcome Alechia Reese—an award-winning author, transformational speaker, and branding expert. Alechia takes us on a journey from her humble beginnings to becoming a sought-after powerhouse in personal development and business strategy. She shares her personal blueprint for success, including the challenges she faced, the mindset shifts that fueled her rise, and the strategies she used to build an impactful career that blends hustle with heart.Key Takeaways:The Power of Resilience: Alechia talks about overcoming adversity and how failures became fuel for her ultimate success.Building a Personal Brand: Learn the steps she took to establish herself as a go-to expert in branding and communications.Mindset Matters: Alechia emphasizes the role mindset plays in entrepreneurship and personal growth, offering actionable tips to cultivate a winner’s mindset.Balancing Passion and Profit: Discover how Alechia aligned her passion with business strategies that generate both impact and income.The Importance of Relationships: Alechia dives into how fostering meaningful connections helped her thrive in her personal and professional life.Action Steps:Reflect on a personal failure and identify the lessons learned that you can apply moving forward.Audit your personal brand—how are you showing up in the world, and what message are you sending?Write down one mindset shift you need to make to move closer to your goals.Listen Now: Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or simply someone looking to level up in life, this episode is packed with gems that will inspire and empower you to achieve greatness—just like Alechia Reese!Connect with us! 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsAbout Alechia Reese: Alechia Reese is equal parts warm tea and Hennessy - author of the award-winning book, Eating Elephants, and the chief brand strategist of 360 Gateway Brands. She specializes in the creation of comprehensive go-to-market launch strategies for new products, services, events, and campaigns. Recipient of the Woman of Power award presented by Bank of America and NABA NYC, she transformed her life from a domestic violence victim to thriver building a high 6-figure brand in under three years. As a media personality and certified professional speaker, her skilled, fun and energetic speaking style has afforded her the opportunity to partner with and speak for a myriad of organizations from the entertainment stage to the corporate boardroom including UPS, Verizon, Vogue Italia, Essence, and more. Alechia believes beyond empowerment it's necessary to properly equip all people to succeed. She's made it her lifelong mission to do so redefining success through purpose.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉"How She Did It" features success stories of women across industry, lifestyle, and experience, to give you easily accessible tips to utilize in your own life and career.This week, we're speaking with Karen Mitchell, a 20-year veteran in the hair industry with a multi-million dollar business that started from selling one bundle of hair at a time in Brooklyn, NY! As founder of True Indian Hair, an award-winning hair extension and wig company, Karen is recognized as an expert who focuses on strong quality control and consistency in products that make women look and feel good. Karen jumped on the mic to share an inside-out glimpse into how she became a disruptor in the hair industry, shaped her career by focusing on the details and taking risks, and why women need to bet on themselves with urgency!Check out a recent article about Karen here: https://canvasrebel.com/meet-karen-mitchell/Listen now and share with your greatest girlfriends!Listen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Grab your earphones! Get ready to listen and learn! 🎉We're kicking off a new series entitled "How She Did It" featuring success stories of women across industry, lifestyle, and experience, to give you easily accessible tips to utilize in your own life and career.Today, we're joined by Debra Marshall, New Jersey real estate broker and investor, wife, "auntie mother," and breast cancer advocate, to learn how Debra bet on herself to establish a successful real estate career. Listen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsAbout Debra MarshallDebra N. Marshall is a successful License Real Estate Agent, with one of the country's largest and most notable Real Estate Agencies, Keller Williams Realtors. Debra has developed a diverse portfolio of buyers, sellers, investors, and renters. Debra is a leader and a forward thinker. Debra is the founder of Cosmopolitan Realty Group, LLC. where she mentors and works with a group of real estate agents across the State of New Jersey, Maryland, New York, and Georgia. Debra facilitates home buyer seminars in the community to help families realize their dream of becoming home ownersIn her role as a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES), Debra works with families, heirs, and attorneys of deceased clients to assist in the sale and transfer of real estate assets. In addition to being a full-time Real Estate Agent, Debra is a philanthropist and compassionate public servant. Debra is the Founder and President of the Yvonne McCalla Foundation Incorporated (YMF Inc.); a non-profit breast cancer awareness organization. Debra was inspired by her mother’s experience both as an oncology nurse and breast cancer patient. Debra saw firsthand, the importance of educating and empowering women to take a proactive role as it pertains to their breast health. Debra has always loved working to empower, advocate, and help families to realize their dreams and optimize their potential. Before a career switch to real estate, for fourteen years Debra was employed by the State of New Jersey Office of Training and Professional Development (NJOTPD) delivering competency-based training for employees of the Division of Children and Families. While employed by NJOTPD Debra was instrumental in training over 7000 social work professionals throughout the State of New Jersey. Debra worked as a social worker consulting, supervising, and training social workers throughout the New York foster care system. Debra’s career as a Social Worker has prepared her to negotiate and advocate for her Real Estate clients.Debra often says that she's a” Real Estate Agent with a Social Worker’s Heart.”Debra is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She is a former board member of YWCA; the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world. In addition, Debra served as a member of the board of directors of Candice’s Sickle Cell Fund Incorporated (2001-2008). Debra currently serves as Commissioner of the Fair Rental Housing Board in the City of Elizabeth. Debra is also a Commissioner of the Union County Improvement Authority, NJ. Debra earned a Master of Social Work degree from Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Yeshiva University (May 2000) and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook (December 1997). Debra is happily married and she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling the world, and exploring and interacting with new cultures.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Did you know that the rate of new HIV infections among Black women is 10 times that of white women and four times that of Latina women. Why is this the case? Thanks to HealthyWomen with support from Merck, we're having an essential conversation about HIV and how we must protect ourselves from contracting the virus. OUr guest this week Dr. Ada Stewart breaks down all the facts plus ways that people are now living longer with HIV.You don't want to miss this conversation!Listen and learn:How HIV diagnosis and treatment has changed over the past few decadesThe rumors abouht HIV that are completely false - and the truths we all need to knowProtection and the information we need to share with our girlfriendsHow we must advocate with our health care providers to ensure we're getting testedListen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsAbout Dr. Ada Stewart:Ada D. Stewart, MD, FAAFP, a family physician with Cooperative Health in Columbia, South Carolina, is board chair of the American Academy of Family Physicians. The AAFP represents 130,000 physicians and medical students nationwide. As AAFP board chair, Stewart advocates on behalf of family physicians and patients to inspire positive change in the U.S. health care system.Stewart has been a practicing family physician with Cooperative Health, formerly Eau Claire Cooperative Health Centers, since 2012 and currently serves as lead provider and HIV specialist.A member of the AAFP since 1995, Stewart has served in several leadership positions at the state and national level. She has served on numerous commissions and committees, including as a member of the AAFP Commission on Health of the Public and Science, past chair of the commission’s Tobacco Prevention and Control Advisory Committee, board liaison to the Commission on Federal and State Policy, Commission on Finance and Insurance, and Commission on Continuing Professional Development. Stewart also served as AAFP Board of Directors representative on the AAFP Foundation Board of Trustees. Previously active in the American Medical Association, Dr. Stewart served as AAFP resident delegate to the AMA Resident and Fellow Section and was chair of the AMA Minority Affairs Consortium Governing Council.On the state level, Stewart served the South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians as secretary-treasurer, president-elect, president, board chair and chair of their Commission on Public Health. On the local level, she served as president of the Columbia Medical Society and continues to serve on their executive committee.Stewart is also a member of the American Academy of HIV Medicine, the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, the National Medical Association and the American Medical Women’s Association.Born and reared in an underserved urban area of Cleveland, Ohio, Stewart has committed her career to ensuring uninsured and low-income families have access to high quality health care. She began her career as a National Health Service Corps scholar, caring for underserved patients in rural South Carolina. She continues to work with underserved communities in both rural and urban settings. From 2003 to 2012, Stewart served as chief medical officer and HIV specialist at the Richland Community Health Care Association in Eastover and Columbia, South Carolina. She was recognized in 2017 for her dedicated service in hepatitis C treatment and prevention by the South Carolina HIV/AIDS Council. She was recognized in April 2018 by the South Carolina Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women with the Health Award in recognition of her contributions to the health of the community in Columbia. In 2019, Stewart was named to the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS and still serves on that council.In the aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001, Stewart enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves where she continues to serve and has achieved the rank of Colonel.She is a preceptor for nurse practitioners, medical residents and medical students, and has received numerous awards, including the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society 2012 Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award for her precepting at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She also conducts continuing education programs relating to HIV, health disparities, transgender care, hospice and palliative medicine and hepatitis C.In 2021, Stewart was recognized with a Resolution by the South Carolina House of Representatives and Senate for her leadership and service to the people of South Carolina.Stewart earned her Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio. Realizing she wanted to have a more direct impact on patients’ lives and well-being, she returned to school, completing her medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio and her family medicine residency training at Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina.Stewart has also earned additional certification in HIV care from the American Academy of HIV Medicine and is certified as a hospice medical director by the Hospice Medical Director Certification Board.Stewart is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She has the AAFP Degree of Fellow, an earned degree awarded to family physicians for distinguished service and continuing medical education. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Did you know that...- 1 IN 16 PEOPLE will be diagnosed with lung cancer in their lifetime- LUNG CANCER kills almost 3 times as many women as breast cancer- Approximately 127,070 AMERICAN LIVES are lost annually to lung cancer.And there's much more to be learned about lung cancer and how it's affecting women.This week Sybil is joined by Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee to discuss everything we need to know to protect ourselves from lung cancer + the environmental impacts that increase the rates of lung cancer diagnosis in black and brown communities more than others.Listen and learn:Who is most at risk for lung cancerWho should get screened for lung cancer and whyNon-smokers: how do you protect yourself from lung cancer?How insurance coverage affects screenings and treatmentsAND MORE!Special thanks to HealthyWomen in partnership with Daiichi Sankyo and Merck for introducing this topic to our audience.👉🏽 Listen to the podcast on thegreatgirlfriends.com👉🏽 Follow @thegreatgirlfriends on YouTube👉🏽 Like, comment, share this post👉🏽 Set your notifications for daily updatesAbout Dr. Loretta Erhunmwunsee:Loretta Erhunmwunsee, M.D., is a thoracic surgeon and an associate professor in City of Hope's Division of Thoracic Surgery. She was among 21 women selected nationwide to participate in the Carol Emmott Fellowship Class of 2023. The fellowship is for exceptional, innovative women leaders who are making an impact in their communities and institutions and serving as advocates for equity in health care. She specializes in minimally invasive lung and esophageal surgery with a focus on robotic-assisted resections. Dr. Erhunmwunsee graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Emory University in Atlanta and received her medical doctorate from Harvard Medical School in Boston, graduating magna cum laude. She continued her postgraduate training at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, completing a general surgery internship, followed by a residency in general surgery. This was followed by a residency in cardiothoracic surgery at Duke. Board-certified in general and thoracic surgery, Dr. Erhunmwunsee has been the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including being appointed Vice Chair of the NCCN DEI Directors Forum in 2023 and co-leading the NCCN Measuring and Addressing Health-Related Social Needs on Cancer Working Group. Additionally, in 2023 she was named a "Cancer Health 25 - Champions of Health Equity" in Cancer Health magazine. In 2021, she received the William C. Rippe Award for Distinguished Research in Lung Cancer from the Lung Cancer Research Foundation as well as the Songs of Hope Beverly & Ben Horowitz Legacy Award for inspiring work at City of Hope.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Bonjour! On this podcast episode, you'll hear from Sybil live in Paris, France on a girl's trip to celebrate Dylan turning 13!Life takes no breaks, so Sybil jumped on the mic to talk about her four major "aha" lessons of summer 2024!Listen and learn:How to make scary but essential choices that are God designedWhy no two days should be the same - life is an adventure and each day should be a day of discoveryWhat commitments Sybil is making as a parent who recognizes she is a student to two teenage teachersSaying "yes" to your dreams requires a bit of urgency- learn what that looks likeListen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this episode, you’ll learn how to help author, speaker, and formerly incarcerated activist, Lucinda Cross in her mission to ensure formerly incarcerated people know their right to vote! According to Lucinda, more than 600,000 people across the United States are released from prison every year, and many are eligible to vote. And, she’s on a mission to get them registered and active as voters! “The goal is to get individuals to register to vote, understand their rights as a citizen, and to push for restorative justice,” Cross says. You’ll learn how you and I must spread the word, why voting rights can influence generational wealth building for many, and all of the state-by-state regulations we need to spread far and wide. Learn more about the J.U.S.T.I.C.E For All campaign HERE. ‍Connect with Sybil and The Great Girlfriends:Watch the episodes on YouTubeFollow The Great Girlfriends on Instagram ‍‍Follow Sybil on Instagram‍‍Join The Great Girlfriends Private Facebook GroupDon't forget to review, subscribe, and share with your greatest girlfriends! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this solocast, you'll learn why you must include yourself as a thought leader in the workplace. Thought leadership is gained when a person takes the lead in sharing insights around a particular topic - they may be the one to ignite thought provocation, influence ideas for consideration, amplify popular thinking, or challenge popular thinking with alternative insights that are possibly overlooked. We see thought leadership in our careers, on LinkedIn, on social media, in community leadership, at church, in digital social groups, in media, and even in our neighborhood watch. We also see it in our friendships.Listen and learn:Six keys to establishing yourself as a thought leaderWhy you can't afford to kick back and watch others lead -it's costing you lots of moneyWhy the world needs the value that you bring to the tableHow community plays a part in lifting your voice higher and higherListen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Part 2:Great Girlfriends, you are in for a treat! Listen in as Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest Whiskey, shares the journey that led her to be HERSTORY as one of six black women to found and lead a $1B+ company outside of sports and entertainment.This two-part conversation is about the power of curiosity in the right hands. What happens when a relentless and spirited woman who believes in humanity gains access to an underrepresented narrative? The fullness of that story comes to life as Fawn leads the story of an unsung hero, Nearest Green, into the 21st century, including his family's recipe for what we now know as Uncle Nearest Whiskey.“Nobody at any time ever thought, Hey, this might be an interesting story; we should do something with it. Then I realized Keith and I could be those people. I’d read enough business books throughout my formative years to know that sometimes being in the right place at the right time with the right imagination and resources is all it takes. This is a story people are ready to hear, I thought. Maybe WE should do something with it.” - Fawn Weaver, best-selling author of Love and WhiskeyDon't just listen to this episode, share it with your girlfriends! Then, run and grab a copy of Love and Whiskey today!About Fawn Weaver: Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest Inc., is the first Black American woman to found and lead a $1B+ company outside of sports and entertainment. A New York Times best-selling author, TED speaker, and Harvard-certified Corporate Director, she serves on the board of Endeavor Group Holdings (NYSE: EDR).Wife to Keith, Great girlfriend to many, inspiration to all, a woman whose presence is felt through every word and the intentions behind it. She’s on the ultimate storytelling journey one that brings everyone to their unique moment of revelation and transformation.Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Part 1:Great Girlfriends, you are in for a treat! Listen in as Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest Whiskey, shares the journey that led her to be HERSTORY as one of six black women to found and lead a $1B+ company outside of sports and entertainment.This two-part conversation is about the power of curiosity in the right hands. What happens when a relentless and spirited woman who believes in humanity gains access to an underrepresented narrative? The fullness of that story comes to life as Fawn leads the story of an unsung hero, Nearest Green, into the 21st century, including his family's recipe for what we now know as Uncle Nearest Whiskey.“Nobody at any time ever thought, Hey, this might be an interesting story; we should do something with it. Then I realized Keith and I could be those people. I’d read enough business books throughout my formative years to know that sometimes being in the right place at the right time with the right imagination and resources is all it takes. This is a story people are ready to hear, I thought. Maybe WE should do something with it.” - Fawn Weaver, best-selling author of Love and WhiskeyDon't just listen to this episode, share it with your girlfriends! Then, run and grab a copy of Love and Whiskey today!About Fawn Weaver: Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest Inc., is the first Black American woman to found and lead a $1B+ company outside of sports and entertainment. A New York Times best-selling author, TED speaker, and Harvard-certified Corporate Director, she serves on the board of Endeavor Group Holdings (NYSE: EDR). Wife to Keith, Great girlfriend to many, inspiration to all, a woman whose presence is felt through every word and the intentions behind it. She’s on the ultimate storytelling journey one that brings everyone to their unique moment of revelation and transformation.Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

We partnered with @HealthyWomen with support from Pfizer to answer some of the most popular questions about the difference between headaches and migraines.Our expert guest, Dr. Rashmi Halker Singh, shares real-time solutions to know the following:The difference between a headache and migraineHow to understand symptoms and why they are not the same for every womanWhy women of color are often misdiagnosed due to pain biasWhy clinical trials play a role in validating pain managementWhat you need to know when speaking with your doctorWhy you need a great girlfriend at your next appointment!Listen now and share your iTunes review with us!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsAbout Dr. Rashmi Halker SinghRashmi Halker Singh MD FAHS FAAN is an Associate Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, where she also serves as the immediate past headache medicine fellowship program director, the Medical Director of the Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity, and faculty at Mayo Medical School.  She is board certified in neurology by ABPN and headache medicine by UCNS.At the American Academy of Neurology, Dr. Halker Singh is the previous Chair of the Headache and Face Pain Section and a current member of the Science Committee, and has severed as course director, faculty member, and plenary speaker at the annual meetings. At the American Headache Society, she serves as Secretary on the Executive Board of Directors, and has previously chaired several committees.  She is also the Deputy Editor of Headache (the official Journal of the American Headache Society), the Online and Social Media Editor for Headache. She has been an invited speaker to many regional, national, and international meetings, and has numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and abstracts related to her fields of interest including migraine, women and headache, telemedicine, medical education, as well as topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Her many honors include the American Headache Society Above and Beyond Award for Service, Outstanding Course Director at Mayo Clinic, Top Faculty Members Award by Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development, Emerging Leaders by the American Headache Society, Mayo Clinic Commitment Against Racism Grant Recipient, and the Mayo Brothers Distinguished Fellowship Award. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Life catches us by surprise. Join me as I talk about what's next!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

Join me as I speak with Sacha Brackins, an asset protection and business attorney, to learn all about generational wealth.Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriends Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends

In this two-part episode, my husband, Kwaku, and I discuss more about what we have learned in love and marriage!Follow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 👉🏽 https://www.youtube.com/@thegreatgirlfriendsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.This show is. brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to the empowerment of women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @thegreatgirlfriendsJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends