Episodes
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Episode 52: Before You Buy Another Thing Off a Wellness Gift Guide...
Before you buy another thing off a wellness gift guide, ask yourself these 5 questions. I'm Dr. Alisha, a pharmacist managing high BP. After my husband died of heart disease and my BP hit 180/110, I learned: cute wellness stuff doesn't keep you alive. Real investments do. In this episode, I break...
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Episode 51: Don't Fall Back: A Self-Care Strategy for My Tough Season
In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Alisha Reed shares her personal struggles during the holiday season, emphasizing that experiencing difficult days does not equate to failure. She discusses the importance of having systems in place to support mental and physical health, particularly in times of...
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Episode 50: What Pharmacy School Didn't Teach Me
In this episode, Dr. Alicia Reed opens up about how she took control of her health after her blood pressure hit dangerously high levels. As a pharmacist, she already knew all the medical advice, but living it was a different story. Chronic stress and poor self-care pushed her to the edge, forcing...
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Episode 49: Strategic vs Reactive: Why Most Wellness Advice Fails
After her husband's sudden death, Dr. Alisha Reed's blood pressure hit 180/110. As a pharmacist, she knew exactly what to do. But knowledge wasn't enough—she needed strategy. In this episode, Dr. Reed reveals why most wellness advice fails: it tells you WHAT to do without teaching you HOW to...
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Episode 48: How to Start a Wellness Journey (After Your Life Falls Apart)
In this conversation, Dr. Alisha Reed shares her personal journey of navigating self-care after experiencing a traumatic loss. She emphasizes the importance of starting with the basics of survival, such as hydration, nutrition, sleep, and hygiene, before moving on to more structured self-care...
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Episode 47: She Makes It. The End.
Dr. Alisha shares her personal journey from grief to empowerment, reflecting on her birthdays from age 40 to 46. She discusses the challenges of loss, the process of healing, and the importance of self-trust and personal growth. Through her experiences, she offers valuable lessons on resilience…
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Episode 46: The Question That Changed Everything For Me
In this episode, Dr. Alisha Reed dives into the story behind the REFILL strategy, a transformative approach born from a simple yet profound question posed by her 4-year-old son. Discover how this innocent inquiry became the catalyst for developing a strategy that has reshaped perspectives and...
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Episode 44: Navigating Mental Health in Pharmacy
In this episode, pharmacists Dr. Alisha Reed and Dr. Shari Allen discuss the intersection of pharmacy and mental health. They explore the challenges pharmacists face in addressing mental health issues, the stigma surrounding mental health treatment, and the importance of medication in managing...
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Episode 43: Self-Care in New Orleans with Oxalis Apothecary
In this episode, Dr. Alisha interviews Erin Wexstten, founder of Oxalis Apothecary, discussing her journey from fashion design to creating a skincare brand rooted in nature and wellness. They explore the importance of self-care, the psychology of scent, and how to personalize skincare routines....
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Episode 42: Your Self-Care Routine is Expired.
In this episode of Your Self-Care Prescription, Dr. Alisha discusses the importance of regularly renewing your self-care routine, just like a medication prescription. She highlights the signs that indicate your self-care may need an update, shares her personal experience of adjusting her routine,...
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Episode 41: Self-Care in New Orleans with Louisiana Public Health Institute ft. Shelina Davis
In this episode of Your Self Care Prescription Podcast, Dr. Alisha Reed and Shelina Davis, CEO of the Louisiana Public Health Institute, discuss the critical role of public health, particularly in Louisiana. They explore the importance of understanding public health beyond traditional healthcare...
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Episode 40: Navigating Life's Changes As a Pharmacist
In this episode of Your Self Care Prescription Podcast, Dr. Alisha Reed and Dr. Stephanie Young Moss reconnect after years apart, sharing their diverse experiences in the pharmacy field. They discuss the various career paths available to pharmacists, the importance of representation in…
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Episode 39: The Key To Living Well Over 40 with Dr. Washington
In this episode, Dr. Alisha Reed and Dr. Washington discuss the importance of wellness in New Orleans, emphasizing preventative health care, dietary challenges, and the significance of building strong patient-doctor relationships. They explore how lifestyle choices impact health, particularly in…
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Episode 38: Radical Self-Care: A Revolutionary Act with Lorien Rochelle Talmadge
In this episode, Dr. Alisha Reed and Lorien discuss the critical importance of self-care, particularly for women who juggle multiple roles in their lives. They explore the concept of radical self-care, share personal stories of self-care journeys, and emphasize the need for boundaries. The...
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Episode 37: Redefining Self-Care in New Orleans with Morrisa J
In this episode of Your Self Care Prescription Podcast, Dr. Alisha Reed and Marissa discuss the importance of intentional self-care, the vision behind Freedom Apothecary, and the challenges of promoting wellness in New Orleans. They explore the misconceptions surrounding self-care, the…
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Episode 36: After 40, the Soft Life Isn't Enough
In this conversation, Dr. Alisha Reed discusses the importance of transitioning from a superficial 'soft life' to a more meaningful and intentional way of living, particularly for Black women. She emphasizes the need for self-awareness, authenticity, and the rejection of societal pressures. Dr....
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Episode 35: Rituals Over Routines: A New Approach to Self-Care
In this episode of 'Your Self Care Prescription', Dr. Alisha Reed emphasizes the importance of self-care rituals over routines, advocating for intentional practices that nourish the soul. She discusses her personal journey with self-care, the significance of boundaries, and the impact of…
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Episode 34: I'm Not Selfish: The Truth About Self-Care
In this episode of 'Your Self Care Prescription', Dr. Alisha Reed challenges the traditional notion of selfishness in self-care, arguing that neglecting one's own well-being is the true selfish act. She introduces her 40-day challenge aimed at helping women prioritize their health and well-being,...
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Episode 33: How Safe Are Products Marketed to Black Women?
In this episode, Dr. Alisha Reed discusses the importance of being mindful about the personal care products marketed to black women. She highlights the findings of the EWG report, which reveals that these products often contain harmful chemicals linked to serious health issues. Dr. Reed…
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Episode 32: What's Your Self-Love Language?
In this episode, Dr. Alisha discusses the importance of self-love and self-awareness, particularly for black women. She introduces the concept of love languages and how understanding them can enhance self-care practices. The conversation covers the five love languages, their significance, and...
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Episode 31: How Self-Awareness Changes Your Life After 40
In this episode, Dr. Alisha Reed discusses the importance of self-awareness, especially for women over 40. She shares her personal journey and insights on how to recognize signs of self-awareness, emphasizing the need to tune into one's own needs, understand triggers, set boundaries, let go of...
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Episode 30: Why Real Self-Care Starts with Self-Awareness
In this episode, Dr. Alisha discusses the critical role of self-awareness in effective self-care. She highlights the common misconceptions surrounding self-care practices and emphasizes that self-care is not a one-size-fits-all approach. By understanding one's own needs and emotions, individuals...
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Episode 29: Your Self Care Prescription for Healing and Rediscovery After Loss
In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Alisha reflects on her journey of healing and rediscovery after the loss of her husband five years ago. She shares her experiences of navigating grief, embracing joy, and the importance of self-care. Through small intentional choices, she has learned to...
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Episode 28: This REFILL never expires.
In this special episode of Your Self-Care Prescription, we kick off the 21 Days of REFILLS challenge—a journey designed to help you refill and recharge your mind, body, and spirit through small, intentional self-care actions. Dr. Alisha Reed shares the significance of these 21 days as they lead…
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Episode 27: The Role of Self-Care in Endometriosis with Tamika Smith
This series dives into the transformative power of self-care as an essential tool for managing chronic illness. As a pharmacist and self-care strategist, I'm here to explore how intentional self-care can reduce stress, support physical and mental well-being, and help you feel more in control of...
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Episode 26: The Role of Self-Care in Chronic Illness with Summin Dinsa
"Self-care is attainable for everyone. It just might look different for each individual." -Summin Dinsa This episode dives into the transformative power of self-care as an essential tool for managing chronic illness. As a pharmacist and self-care strategist, I'm here to explore how intentional...
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Episode 25: Why Your Pharmacist is the Self-Care Expert
"Your pharmacist can make sure you're staying on track, not just with medications, but with your overall wellness routine." -Dr. Alisha Reed It's Pharmacy Week and in this episode, I will be highlighting the crucial role pharmacists play in health and wellness. As a licensed pharmacist and...
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Episode 24: Let's Talk About Grown Woman Wellness
"Aging is a privilege. It's something that we should embrace and not dread." -Dr. Alisha Reed In this episode, I'm sharing how I celebrated my 45th birthday and talking about grown woman wellness and healthy aging. I'll introduce my REFILL system, which covers six key self-care strategies. Tune…
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Episode 23: Self-Care is My Right ft. Dr. Asha
"Self-care is not a reward; it's a right." -Dr. Asha In this episode, I am thrilled to have my guest Dr. Asha Gibson, a therapist from New Orleans. We had a heartfelt conversation about the evolving nature of self-care and its profound impact on our lives. We delve into the critical theme of...
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Episode 22: Shine Bright Anyway ft. Faith Broussard Cade
"Even in the midst of stuff that seems impossible, we find a way to shine." -Faith Broussard Cade In this episode of the "Your Self-Care Prescription" podcast, I am joined by Faith Broussard Cade. We talk about self-care, emotional well-being, and the importance of being vulnerable. I opened up...
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Episode 21: Back to School Self-Care
"Self-care is not about perfection but about finding what works for you and making it a priority." -Dr. Alisha Reed As back-to-school season begins, parents often feel overwhelmed by busy schedules and responsibilities. In today's episode, I will be sharing my personal experiences and tips to…
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Episode 20: How To Take Care of Yourself
"Self-care is not selfish, it is essential." -Dr. Alisha Reed In today's episode, I'm going to start with a question: How do you take care of yourself? Do you really know what that means? Join me for a chat as I define self-care and why it's so important. Learn the 6 types of self-care and how to...
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Episode 19: Is Your Self-Care Routine Toxic?
"Self care is your right, not a luxury. Make it a priority and watch how your life transforms." -Dr. Alisha Reed Join me for another episode of your self-care prescription! Today, I am going to talk about the importance of non-toxic self-care. This self-care is about making conscious choices to...
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Episode 18: This is Self-Care Over 40!
"Starting today, I'm going to do something for self-care every single day." -Dr. Alisha Reed Can you believe it's already July? Time flies! Half the year is gone, so let's check in on those self-care goals. In this week's episode, I have exciting news—one of my vision board goals became a…
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Episode 17: You Need a Self-Care Bucket List
"You have to define what self-care really and truly means to you." -Dr. Alisha Reed In this episode, I reflect on the bittersweet nature of Father's Day since the passing of my husband. While cherishing the presence of my father and the strong bond he shares with my son, I share personal stories…
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Episode 16: You Gotta Find You Again
"You've got to find you again, not the mom you, not the wife you, just you." - Dr. Alisha Reed This is a struggle many people face, including myself. After the loss of my husband, I found myself grappling with my identity. I was a wife and I am a mom, but I was left asking, "Who am I now?" It was…
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Episode 15: Breaking Generational Curses ft. Shanika V.
"So many people are suffering in silence." -Shanika In this episode, I am joined by Shanika, founder of Labor and Love. Shanika Valcour-LeDuff is a Family Nurse Practitioner who focuses on Women's Primary Care and Maternal-Child Health. She has worked in women and children's health for over 15...
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Episode 14: Full-time Self-Care Mom ft. Samantha Sharpe
"Most of us do have time, but we don't have our priorities in order." -Samantha Sharpe In this episode, I am joined by a new found friend, Nashville mom and content creator Samantha. Together, we discuss the critical role of self-care, particularly for mothers, the need for setting boundaries and...
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Episode 13: Standing on Self-Care
"I do not apologize for making myself a priority." - Dr. Alisha Reed What's your self-care non-negotiable? In this episode, I share my three non-negotiables for self-care that have helped me navigate through life as a single mom, working mom, and widow. It's all about prioritizing yourself and…
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Episode 12: Listen To Your Gut ft. Dr. Katashia
"You're going to notice a glow in your skin because now you've cleaned out all those toxins."-Dr. Katashia Are you curious about detoxes and their impact on your health? In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Katashia, a fellow pharmacist with a passion for educating women on the importance of gut...
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Episode 11: Get Your Mind Right ft. Kourtni Miller
"If you don't prioritize self-care, your health, your mental well-being, and your well-being will force you to prioritize it." -Kourtni Miller In this week's episode, I am joined by Kourtni Miller, a wife, mom of two young adults, and HR compliance manager. She shares her personal journey of...
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Episode 10: I Gave Myself Permission
"Self-compassion allows us to fully embrace self-love in its purest form." -Dr. Alisha In this episode, I am focusing on the importance of self-compassion. Reflecting on personal experiences and insights, I shared how self-compassion differs from self-love and highlighted the transformative power...
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Episode 9: You Need a Routine ft. Leonis Rousseve
"Taking care of yourself is taking care of your child. It goes hand in hand. It's a domino effect." -Leonis In this episode I am joined by Leonis, a social worker and conscious parenting advocate, to discuss the importance of self-care and conscious parenting. Leonis shares her personal journey…
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Episode 8: Choose Joy ft. Dom Harris
"You have to make an intentional choice to be happy about things." -Dom In this episode, I am joined by my friend, Dom Harris. We discuss the transformative power of choosing joy, the importance of self-care, and the impact of community support. Dive into an intimate conversation about personal...
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Episode 7: I Have Goals!
"Choose joy no matter what it looks like." -Dr. Alisha I am so excited to kick off the new year with all of you. In this episode, I'm going to share my personal self-care journey and spill the beans on my goals for 2024. You know, being a single mom and a full-time pharmacist, life gets pretty...
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Episode 6: Take Your Break Mama ft. Dr. Krystal Monique
"Motherhood caught me off guard, knocked me over a little bit and I had to definitely readjust my crown." -Dr. Krystal In this podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Krystal Monique, a mother of twins and a doctor of occupational therapy. We discuss the importance of self-care for mothers and how it...
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Episode 5: Set Those Boundaries! ft. Kiyann Bramlett
"Taking care of yourself is still a part of you nourishing that role of being a mom. " -Kiyann In this episode, I am joined by Kiyann Bramlett, a woman who prioritizes self-care and empowers other women. They discuss Kiyann's journey in the beauty industry, her experiences with self-care, and how...
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Episode 4: Take Your Vitamins ft. Ashley Harmon
"It's our responsibility to have to go in and make sure we understand what we're taking, what kind of quality it is and make sure it's safe." -Ashley In this episode, I am joined by Ashley Harmon, founder of Mela Vitamins. We discuss the importance of vitamins and how they can support overall...
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Episode 3: Listen to Your Body Ft. Ceret Davis
"Listen to your body and prioritize self-care." -Ce-ce In this episode, I am joined by my friend Ce-ce. We discuss the importance of listening to our bodies and prioritizing self-care. Ce-ce, the owner and founder of Selfie Wellness, shares her expertise on wellness and beauty strategy. We...
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Episode 2: Use Your PTO
"And from that moment on, I decided to not let anyone make me not value myself." - Dr. Alisha Reed Are you in need of a self-care prescription? I got you covered! In this week's episode, we'll explore a topic that's close to my heart: using your precious PTO (Paid Time Off) not just for those...