We're about to get real cozy in this episode of Joyfully Black. Ever wonder why some of us toss and turn at night more than others? Dr. Dayna Johnson is dropping truths on why sleep isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity, especially in black and brown communities. We're talking night owls, early birds, and everyone in between getting shafted on shuteye and how it's messing with our health big time. Plus, we'll share tips on beating those sleep-stealing villains like insomnia and sleep apnea, with tricks to turn your bedroom into a dreamland. So plug in, unwind, and let's get to the bottom of catching those Z's for a change.

Resources

• The Quest for Sleep documentary
• The Nap Ministry
• Sleep clinics in your area

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In today's episode, our guest has always had a way with words, which was an asset in her over 20-year corporate marketing career at Fortune 100 companies. She is now living her brand story and helping professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses write theirs. Her own brand story has a plot twist - she’s also a mixologist, completing bartending school in 2019. If you're contemplating the next step, this is the episode for you.

What To Listen For:

• How to pick the one or two things you want to do
• How to effectively plan your pivot
• How to pivot planning can soften the whiplash of transition
• What’s in Lynn’s self-care tool-box?
• Books, resources, and podcasts of people who have overcome challenging scenarios

Resources

• Finding Me by Viola Davis
• We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
• Believing Bigger by Marshawn Evans Daniels
• The Year of Yes, Shonda Rhymes

Connect with Lynn

• Website
• LinkedIn
• IG: @thelynnestokes

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In this very special episode, we are joined by Jasmine Golden, a Reiki healer and sound bath practitioner, who's here to enlighten us on the transformative powers of these ancient practices. We'll explore the mysterious and beautiful world of energy healing and sound therapy, uncovering how they can help us find balance, peace, and a deeper connection to ourselves.

Whether you're familiar with Reiki and sound baths or hearing about them for the first time, today's episode promises to be a journey of discovery, protecting your energy, and healing.

What to Listen For:

• What chakras are and which colors enhance them
• How to get yourself energetically back into alignment
• How she transitioned from being an empath to practicing empathy
• Finding the type of meditation that works for you
• How to safely release challenging energy
• Navigating the opinions of loved ones on her spiritual journey
• How to create spaces for protecting your energy

Connect with Jasmine Golden:

Facebook

Instagram

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