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Practice the Podcast with Dr.Rees
by Dr. Ariassa Wilson
Practice the Podcast fuses research & culture to help you develop the mindset, habits, and skills to live out your purpose with confidence.
Episodes
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Coaching: The Money Playbook Every College Athlete Needs
D.J. is heading into their freshman year in College with big goals: grow as a basketball player, earn a meaningful degree, play professionally overseas, and build a life where money creates freedom instead of stress. In this coaching conversation, Dr. Rees helps D.J. turn those goals into a...
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MVP: Dequiante Brown
In this episode, we sit down with Dequiante Brown, a registered nurse, actor, and content creator whose story is rooted in resilience, faith, and full-spectrum self-expression. Born in Houma, Louisiana, and the youngest of five, Dequiante shares the journey from being an all-star athlete at...
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You are a Commodity
You are not an accident: you were born on purpose, with a purpose. In the first episode of You Are the Bag, formerly known as Practice, Dr. Rees explains why you are a commodity and what changes when you recognize the value you carry. Through a personal story about an injury before playing...
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You Don't Need Balance... You Need The 1% Rule | Practice Ep.65
Most people think balance means doing everything equally — but that’s not how life actually works.In this episode, we break down the idea of balance through percentages and show how to think about your time, energy, work, rest, fun, exercise, and service in a more realistic way.If you’ve ever…
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Ep.64 | Bet On Yourself
In this episode, we talk about taking risks on YOU ! Even when it’s uncomfortable, uncertain, and feels like a gamble. Because the truth is, betting on yourself is a gamble… there will be losses, setbacks, and moments of doubt. But here’s the difference: when you invest in yourself, you’re not…
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Ep.63 | Lead by Following: MLK's Secret to Revolutionary Leadership
In this episode, we explore Martin Luther King Jr.'s often-overlooked strength: his ability to follow wisely. While MLK led millions during the Civil Rights Movement, his transformative leadership was shaped by those he chose to follow—his father, Gandhi, Jesus, and advisors like Bayard Rustin.…
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Practice Ep. 62 | Unlock Your Gifts Before It's Too Late
In this episode, we explore the powerful concept that each of us is born with unique gifts waiting to be discovered and activated. Just like a gift card that needs activation to unlock its value, our innate abilities require intentional effort to bring them to life. We dive into the important...
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Bonus: Free with Fear. Pt.1
Are you struggling with fear holding you back from living out your purpose? Learn how to develop confidence and overcome fear in this transformative series. Dr. Rees, a Purpose and Confidence Scientist, reveals the science behind facing your fears with courage and building unshakeable confidence....
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Ep.61 | The Cost of Insecurity
Feeling stuck because of insecurity? You're not alone. In this episode of Practice, confidence coach Dr. Rees explores the hidden cost of insecurity and how it keeps us from living our most confident lives. Discover what insecurity really is, why it threatens our confidence and self-efficacy, and...
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Ep.60 | Miss the Mark
Missing your goals doesn't mean you're a failure; it means you're human. In this episode of Practice, we talk about how to keep moving forward when you fall short of your targets and why your mindset is the battleground that determines whether you quit or keep going. What we cover: Why missing…
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Ep.59| Confidence Isn’t on You It’s in You
Most people spend their lives "looking" confident, chasing the image of success, security, and self-assurance. But in this episode, Dr. Reese breaks down why confidence can’t be worn, bought, or borrowed it has to be built from within. Discover why insecurity is the root of self-sabotage, how to...
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EP.58| The 92-Day Challenge
In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees dives deep into the power of discipline and introduces the 92-Day Challenge, a sustainable approach to building habits that last. Learn why discipline is tough but necessary, how it shapes every area of your life (spiritual, emotional, mental, physical,...
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Ep.57 | Dreams Evolve
In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees shares why holding too tightly to one version of success can keep you from living the life you’re meant to live. From performing alongside an Emmy-nominated poet Trey Baker, to inspiring her 90-year-old grandfather and lessons from Tyler Perry, she reveals…
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Ep. 56| Serve with a Smile
Today in Practice Dr. Rees breaks down the 5 P’s of Purpose. Past, Pain, People, Passions, Profit, and how a humble, high energy attitude can transform how you lead, serve, and show up. From sweeping the floor to smiling in the face of setbacks, you'll learn why greatness often looks like…
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Ep.55| Discipline Isn’t Punishment
Dr. Rees breaks down how our environment shapes the way we see powerful words like discipline, accountability, and submission — and why getting these definitions wrong might be holding you back. In this raw and reflective car-cast, he shares a story from working with incarcerated youth that...
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Ep.|54 Make Peace with Your Pace
In this powerful episode of Practice, Dr. Rees shares five transformational lessons learned while training for and completing a whole half-marathon. From embracing a slower pace to leading by example, even without knowing it, this “car-cast” is a raw, motivational reflection on purpose, process,...
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Ep. 53| Put Ups, Not Put Downs
In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees reflects on a powerful life lesson from her mother — a mindset rooted in intentional speech, self-awareness, and emotional resilience: “No more put downs. Only put ups.” With a blend of story, research, and cultural insight, Dr. Rees explores how the words we...
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Ep. 52 l What My 90-Year-Old Grandfather Taught Me About Confidence, Resilience, and Living a Good Life
Dr. Rees sits down to reflect on nine life lessons from her grandfather, who just turned 90 years old. Born during the Great Depression, raised as a sharecropper, and survivor of countless hardships, Grandpa Johnny shares timeless wisdom on how to live with purpose, confidence, and heart. Inside...
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Ep.51 | How to build unshakeable Self-esteem
In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees breaks down the foundation of self-esteem and why it’s the essential starting point for confidence, growth, and peace. She introduces powerful analogies and practical strategies for repairing the distorted lens we often view ourselves through. If you’re ready...
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Ep. 50| 5 things you CANNOT play about
This special Practice episode drops on April Fools Day, but there’s nothing funny about the message: There are 5 things you cannot afford to play about if you’re serious about becoming the person you’re meant to be. Dr. Rees breaks down: 1️⃣ Your Purpose 2️⃣ Your Holistic Health 3️⃣ Your Social...
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Ep. 49 | Addition by Subtraction
What if the fastest way to grow isn’t by doing more—but by letting go? In this episode, Dr. Rees walks us through the powerful mindset of addition by subtraction a principle rooted in sports, but critical to life, purpose, and performance. From distractions and self-limiting beliefs to reclaiming...
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Ep. 48| Keep your vision
Having a vision for your life is not optional it’s essential. Without a clear vision, you’ll drift, get stuck, and lose motivation. But when you keep your vision in sight—even before you see it in real life you create a roadmap for your success. In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees dives deep...
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Ep.47 | 8 Things to make Peace with
Today in Practice, we're talking about eight things you need to make peace with in order to truly develop confidence. Confidence isn’t about perfection—it’s about endurance, friction, and growth. If you struggle with self-doubt, over-explaining, or seeking validation, this episode will challenge...
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Ep.46 | Rich in Resilience
In this episode, Dr. Rees breaks down the skill of resilience in a way you’ve never heard before. She describes what it really means, why it matters, and how you can cultivate it without burning out. If you or someone you know is in a season that requires resilience, this episode is for you. In...
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Ep.45 | Confidence Foundation pt.1
Confidence isn’t what you think it is! In this episode of Practice, Dr. Rees breaks down confidence in a way you’ve never heard before. We’re tackling: ✅ What confidence really is ✅ What confidence isn’t ✅ The Confidence Equation and how to apply it to your life ✅ Why confidence changes your...
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Ep.44 Building Self-Trust
In this episode ofPractice, Dr.Rees dives deep into the nature of trust, especially self-trust, and its critical role in building authentic confidence and leadership. Using vivid analogies (like a slowly growing fingernail that can easily chip) and personal stories, Dr.Rees reveals how every...
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E43| Audacity is Essential
This is the Practice session you need to be fully tuned into, if you need the encouragement, motivation, and inspiration to KEEP GOING! In today’s Practice we are diving deep into Audacity and why it is essential to being authentic and confident. Using the life stories of Bethany Hamilton and...
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E42| Authentic Self-Awareness
Today in Practice we talkin about Authentic Self-awareness. If you are committed to this journey of truly becoming your best, most authentic, and confident self, then this episode will give you assistance in doing so. Highlights: Self-awareness and authenticity relationship Becoming a researcher…
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E41 | You cant be Authentic without Humility
We talking about Humility! Today in Practice, Dr.Rees breaks down the relationship you must have with humility in order to be your true authentic self. Humility is tougher that we give it credit and not a pie someone should be eating, or a location someone is from. Tune in to this episode to…
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E40| Authenticity Equation
We talkin about Authenticity! In this Practice, Dr.Rees breaks down the 4 keys to being your authentic self. Humility, Self-awareness, Audacity, and Trust. If you ever struggled with trying to figure out how to be your true self and wondered what was required to endure this journey, than this...
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E39 | High-Performance Mindset
We talkin about having a High Psychological capital mindset. Dr.Rees breaks down the 4 elements that create the psychological capital framework and how and why you should apply them to empower your life. If you want to maximize your mindset, find new ways to grow your outlook on life and need...
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E38 | Your Gifts Never Leave You
Dr. Rees breaks down the concept of Gifts AI (Awareness and Investment) and how this is an absolute life changer for living out your Purpose with Confidence. If you are looking to increase your confidence in living out your gifts, not sure if you have gifts, or need a solid pick me up to keep...
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The Power of Curiosity
We talking about Curiosity! Today in Practice, Dr.Rees breaks down the importance of curiosity and why it is the glue that holds our purpose and desire to reach our potential together. If you have ever been called a Jack/ie/etta of all trades in a bad way, this episode will encourage you to...
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E36| Clarity with life's Mission and Vision
Today in Practice we talkin about having Clarity with your Lifes Mission and Vision. Dr. Rees drops gems as she shares the importance of having a vision and keeping that vision at the forefront of your mind. If you are looking for inspiration to create a vision for your life. Then this episode is...
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E35 | The Purpose Equation
In today’s Practice, Dr.Rees breaks down the foundation of the Purpose Equation. The next 4 episodes of the show will do a deep dive into each component, while this Practice focuses on the basics of why each component is essential. However, Dr.Rees is setting the stage with extreme energy that…
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E34| Intrapersonal Self-Care
We talkin bout Intrapersonal Self-Care, the care that cleanses your soul. In this Practice session, Dr.Rees goes IN on the importance of taking care of your soul. This episode is a whole WORD that will encourage you to invest in your overall health and confidence. The difference between...
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E33| n1: The Study of YOU
We talkin bout the power of you and seeing yourself and your personal development journey as a unique study that is 1 of 1 (N1). During Practice, Dr.Rees coaches us on why growing in self-awareness is key to living out your purpose, how to develop peace with your journey, and the importance of...
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E32 | You are the Bag
We talking about the mindset behind and how to develop the “You are the Bag” mentality. During Practice, Dr.Rees provides an overview of why believing “You are the Bag” is foundational to developing confidence and why investing in Your Bag is a necessity to living out your purpose. In this…
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E31| Self-belief a life changing mindset
This episode has the power to change your mindset and, as a result, change your life. Invest 16 minutes in yourself by consuming the energy and motivation, and leave empowered to believe in yourself like never before. 📓 Show Notes and Resources 📓 👩🏾⚕️🧠Research: Personal-Efficacy 🖤 Quote:...
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E30 | Relational Wellness
We talking about Relational Wellness yall! Today in Practice, Coach Rees breaks down her definition of Relational Wellness and the importance of intimate relationships. Engaging in this Practice will assist you in creating space and capacity to dwell in healthy intimate relationships. Let's Grow!...
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E29 | Financial Wellness
We talking about Financial Wellness yall! Coach Rees breaks down the You-Ish philosophy of Financial Wellness and how to establish it in your life. Financial Wellness is the 5th aspect of the Confident Energy System. This conversation is positioned to help you understand that You are the Bag. If...
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E28 | What is Physical Wellness?
Physical wellness is the 4th component of the Core 4 in the Confident Energy system. This week Coach Rees breaks down her definition of Physical Wellness, gets real about her physical wellness journey, and encourages you to create a lifestyle that includes a physical wellness plan. Topics…
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E27 | Emotional Wellness
We talking about Emotional wellness yall! Coach Rees breaks down how investing in our Emotional Wellness is essential to having a holistically healthy lifestyle. Coach Rees also shares that everybody is emotional, so if you’ve ever been called emotional or want to grow in emotional maturity, this...
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Ep. 26 | Spiritual Wellness
Coach Rees breaks down the anchor and 1st core of the Confident Energy™️ System, Spirituality. This episode explores Spiritual wellness and includes a personal story of how Coach Rees maintains her Spiritual wellness while being authentically herself and navigating her faith and sexuality. 📓…
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Bonus Episode | How to live out your purpose
Coach Rees goes in on this keynote focused on teaching you how to live out your purpose. If you are looking for extra motivation and energy to empower your purpose, this bonus episode is for you. Check out the full keynote with slides on the You-Ish Youtube channel ⚡️📲 Schedule a coaching...
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Ep. 25 | What is Mental Wellness
May is mental health month, so lets talk about mental wellness and what it means. In this episode Coach Rees dives into her definition of mental wellness and lays out the foundation of her philosophy of Confident Energy. Mental wellness is about making daily deposited of investing into your…
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Ep. 24 | The Power of One
It's time we start to put respect on effort and the power of one single act after another. This episode focuses on empowering you to continue to give yourself credit for putting in work day after day. Give yourself credit for doing IT! Whatever your IT is. Coach Rees also talks about the power of...
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Ep. 23 | Consistency is Hard and Expensive Lessons from Lebron James
Regardless of your dislike or love for Lebron James as a basketball player, his consistency, work ethic, and authenticity cannot be denied. This episode is packed with lessons we can learn from Lebron and his tenure of consistency. Bottom line we learn from this episode is that consistency is…
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Ep. 22 | Master P is Consistency
Master P is a blueprint for consistency and betting on yourself. In this episode, Coach Rees breaks down Master P's advice on consistency and gives us gems on how to apply these lessons to our life. 📓 Show Notes and Resources 📓 👩🏾⚕️🧠Research: Confidence building 🖤 Culture: Master P 🎵🎤:...
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Ep. 21 | Hustle-in-flow
On this episode, I break down a mentality and way of execution that saved my ability to live out my purpose. Hustle in flow is key to my success on a daily, weekly, and quarterly basis. The best part about it is there is always room for growth when this is the driver of execution.
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Practice the Podcast fuses research & culture to help you develop the mindset, habits, and skills to live out your purpose with confidence.
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Dr. Ariassa Wilson
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