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Becca Boston is a powerhouse speaker, coach, and two-time best-selling author known for her inspiring work on mental health and self-empowerment. With features in publications like LA Weekly, she shares her journey and encourages others to embrace authenticity, establish healthy boundaries, and prioritize self-care. Through her brand “Stay Strong, Stay You,” Becca continues to impact audiences with her message of resilience and self-discovery.

In this episode, Becca joins Kali to discuss the transformative effects of setting personal boundaries and the role of therapy in overcoming trauma and reshaping relationships. Together, they explore how emotional healing can shift dynamics within friendships and family, as well as the importance of staying true to one’s mental health journey. The conversation touches on balancing empathy with self-respect and highlights the strength found in creating healthy connections.

If you are interested in emotional resilience, trauma recovery, and self-care, you will gain valuable insights from Becca’s experience with setting boundaries and navigating family dynamics through therapy.

This episode covers practical tools for overcoming people-pleasing behaviors, managing guilt, and understanding how trauma affects personal growth and relationship patterns. Tune in to discover strategies for inner healing and maintaining balance through life’s challenges.

References:

• Becca Boston's website: BeccaBoston.net
• Article on Inner Bonding (as mentioned by Jamie)
• The Story Behind the Smile, Lessons Within My Life - by Becca Boston

Listener Questions:

1. How can setting personal boundaries improve mental health and relationships?
2. What role does therapy play in family dynamics and trauma recovery?
3. Why is it challenging for people-pleasers to establish healthy boundaries?

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Ramona Rogers is the CEO and founder of the Royal Influencers Organization and the Royal Empowerment Group. As a business consultant, she specializes in empowering women entrepreneurs to launch, build, and scale their businesses while developing confidence and resilience. Ramona brings her expertise in personal growth and relationship-building to this conversation, offering listeners valuable insights on navigating personal relationships with intention and clarity.

In this episode of Humanity of Fame, host Kali sits down with Ramona Rogers, a serial entrepreneur and business coach, to unpack a big question: How long is too long to wait for a marriage proposal? They discuss a humorous, real-life moment between Jhene Aiko and Big Sean that sparked an online debate about long-term relationships and marriage expectations.

The conversation makes its way into complex topics like complacency, communication, and commitment. Ramona shares insights on why couples often find themselves at an impasse after years together, revealing the potential pitfalls of unspoken expectations. Kali and Ramona explore the common issues that arise when individual goals and timelines clash, especially in relationships lasting a decade or more.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Jhene Aiko & Big Sean Moment: What their exchange reveals about public perceptions of long-term relationships and marriage.
• Complacency vs. Communication: Ramona explains how failing to communicate intentions early on can lead to misunderstandings and unfulfilled expectations.
• Marriage or Heartbreak?: The duo discusses the reality that relationships often end in either marriage or heartbreak, with resentment building when timelines aren’t aligned.
• Individual Goals in Relationships: How individual life goals and timelines can shift over time and the impact of these changes on a partnership.
• The Importance of Early Conversations: Ramona stresses the importance of discussing intentions and expectations early in the dating phase to avoid misunderstandings later on.

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Keshia Rice is a certified dating coach, hypnotherapist, and two-time Emmy-nominated journalist. She runs the coaching program "Cherished Women," helping successful women attract quality partners while maintaining their values, identity, and femininity. Keshia also hosts the podcast "Confidently Cherished," where she covers topics such as building confidence, setting healthy boundaries, and healing from past relationships.

In this episode of "The Humanity of Fame," host Kali talks with Keshia Rice about her career shift from a successful journalist to becoming a dating coach and hypnotherapist. Keshia shares her personal journey of transitioning from TV news to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the importance of finding alignment with one's personal and professional goals. The conversation also highlights the influence of family, setting boundaries, and the importance of financial preparedness when making significant career changes.

Key Topics:

• Career Crossroads: Keshia’s journey from journalism to coaching, driven by a desire to help other women heal and build healthy relationships.
• Family and Boundaries: How Keshia managed familial expectations and set boundaries while making her career change.
• Entrepreneurship and Financial Preparedness: The importance of maintaining a stable income during career transitions and building savings to manage the uncertainty of entrepreneurship.
• Managing Criticism: How Keshia adjusted to being the face of her business and dealt with both constructive and negative feedback.
• Masculine and Feminine Energy: Balancing masculine structure with feminine flow in business and personal life.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. What inspired Keshia to shift from journalism to becoming a dating coach and hypnotherapist?
2. How can setting boundaries with family and friends support career changes?
3. What steps can you take to financially prepare for a career transition?
4. How do you manage the criticism that comes with being the face of your brand?

References and Links:

• Learn more about Keshia Rice’s coaching program: Keshia Rice Website
• Connect with Keshia on Instagram: Keshia Rice Instagram

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David and Paige Lea are trauma-informed coaches, speakers, and teachers specializing in masculine and feminine polarity. As co-owners of Daring Deeply, they help individuals and couples break free from unhealthy patterns and cultivate deep connections through healing and self-awareness. Their work focuses on empowering people to reconnect with their core energies and experience transformative personal growth.

In this episode of "The Humanity of Fame," host Kali welcomes back David Lea along with his wife Paige to discuss the rise of the "Boy Sober" and "Decentering Men" trends. These movements, popularized on social media, encourage women to focus on themselves by taking a break from romantic relationships. David and Paige explore the importance of healing through introspection, the difference between walls and boundaries, and how true self-care can be enhanced within a healthy relationship.

Key Topics:

• Decentering Men and Boy Sober Movement: Understanding why some women are choosing to "decenter men" from their lives and the benefits and challenges of these movements.
• Boundaries vs. Walls: How to distinguish between setting healthy boundaries and building emotional walls, and why boundaries are essential for healing.
• Masculine and Feminine Polarity: How understanding and healing core energies helps individuals create balanced relationships.
• Self-Care in Relationships: Exploring the idea that personal growth and self-care can be more powerful when pursued within a healthy relationship dynamic.
• Healing Childhood Trauma: The role of unprocessed trauma in shaping how individuals operate in relationships, and how healing this trauma can shift personal energy dynamics.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. What is the Boy Sober movement, and how does it influence women's approach to relationships?
2. How can understanding boundaries and walls help in creating healthier relationships?
3. What role does healing childhood trauma play in developing a balanced relationship dynamic?
4. Why is self-care important in relationships, and how can it be more effective when pursued within a healthy partnership?Suggested Titles:
5. "Decentering Men and the Boy Sober Movement: A Path to Healing?"
6. "Boundaries vs. Walls: Building Healthy Emotional Connections"
7. "How Healing Childhood Trauma Transforms Relationships"
8. "Masculine and Feminine Polarity: Finding Balance in Relationships"

References and Links:

• Connect with David and Paige Lea at: Daring Deeply
• Explore their coaching programs on healing and relationship building: Daring Deeply Programs

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Erick Allen, also known as EA, is a certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor with a mission to uplift individuals, families, and communities through the treatment of addiction and mental health challenges. He is the author of Affirmations for Recovery, a journal designed to help people heal from trauma using affirmations and positive self-talk. Erick has over 20 years of experience in recovery and is dedicated to supporting others on their recovery journey.

EA and I discuss the complexities of addiction and recovery, sparked by the case of Matthew Perry’s tragic death from a ketamine overdose. The conversation covers the ethical and legal responsibilities of drug dealers and medical professionals, as well as the challenges faced by individuals struggling with addiction. Erick shares his personal insights on recovery, addiction as a mental health condition, and the importance of connection in overcoming addiction.

Key Topics:

• Addiction as a Disease: Understanding addiction as a mental health condition and its impact on decision-making.
• Moral Responsibility in Overdose Cases: Exploring the ethical responsibility of drug dealers and doctors in overdose cases.
• The Role of Connection in Recovery: How connection to positive influences, such as family and community, can help combat addiction.
• Recovery Strategies: The importance of affirmations, accountability, and discipline in maintaining sobriety and preventing relapse.
• Relapse as Part of Recovery: Erick highlights that relapse is a normal part of recovery and emphasizes perseverance.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. How can we understand addiction as a disease, and how does it affect a person's ability to make responsible choices?
2. What role do doctors and drug dealers play in overdose cases, and should they be held accountable?
3. How can connection to positive influences help someone recover from addiction?
4. Why is relapse considered a part of recovery, and how can individuals persevere through it?

References and Links:

• Connect with Erick Allen and learn more about his recovery programs: Erick Allen Recovery
• Purchase Erick’s journal Affirmations for Recovery: Amazon Link

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Keshia Rice is a certified dating coach, hypnotherapist, and two-time Emmy-nominated journalist. She runs the coaching program "Cherished Women," which helps successful women attract quality partners while maintaining their values, identity, and femininity. Keshia is also the host of the podcast "Confidently Cherished," where she covers topics like building confidence, attracting ideal partners, and setting healthy boundaries.

Host Kali and guest Keshia Rice discuss the growing trend of "decentering men" and going "boy sober." This movement, popularized on platforms like TikTok, involves women taking a break from dating to focus on self-care and individual healing. The conversation explores the potential benefits and drawbacks of this trend, the role of social media in shaping modern dating experiences, and strategies for re-entering the dating world after a "boy sober" period.

Key Topics:

• Decentering Men and Boy Sober: Understanding the movement where women take a break from romantic relationships to focus on self-care.
• Dating Landscape: How the "boy sober" trend influences dating, particularly for women seeking long-term relationships.
• Impact of Social Media: How the hyper-sexualization of women and the accessibility of dating through apps have led many women to step back from the dating scene.
• The Role of Feminism: Feminism as a choice and the empowerment that comes from deciding when and how to engage in relationships.
• Re-entering the Dating Scene: Practical strategies for easing back into dating after a period of self-reflection and personal growth.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. What is the "boy sober" movement, and how does it influence women's approach to relationships?
2. How can women maintain a healthy balance between self-care and dating?
3. What role does social media play in the decision to take a break from dating and focus on individual growth?
4. What strategies can women use to re-enter the dating scene after taking time off for personal development?

References and Links:

• Connect with Keshia Rice for dating advice: Keshia Rice Website
• Learn more about the "Cherished Women" coaching program: Cherished Women Program
• Listen to Keshia's podcast "Confidently Cherished": Confidently Cherished Podcast

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Ramona Rogers is a serial entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and business consultant with a passion for empowering women entrepreneurs. As the founder and CEO of the Royal Influencers Organization and the Royal Empowerment Group, she helps women launch, build, and scale their businesses while fostering confidence and leadership.

Ramona and I discuss the historical and current evolution of female leadership. We talk about how societal norms, cultural conditioning, and gender competition shape men's fears toward women in leadership. The conversation also touches on corporate dynamics, the undervaluing of women's roles in both the home and workplace, and strategies to promote gender inclusivity in professional settings.

Key Topics:

• Female Leadership Evolution: How the historical suppression of women in leadership roles has led to fear and resistance among men.
• Gender Competition in the Workplace: Exploring how societal and cultural norms drive competition between men and women in professional settings.
• Women's Role in Society: The critical and often undervalued role women have played in both homes and corporations.
• Promoting Gender Inclusivity: Strategies to support women in leadership through organizational policies and practices such as affirmative action and SWOT analysis.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. How has the historical suppression of women in leadership roles shaped the fears men have toward female leadership today?
2. What is the impact of gender competition in the workplace, and how can it be addressed?
3. How can organizational policies promote gender inclusivity and support women in leadership roles?
4. What are the cultural and societal factors that influence attitudes toward women in power?

References and Links:

• Connect with Ramona Rogers and explore her coaching programs: Royal Influencers Organization
• Learn more about empowering women entrepreneurs through leadership development: Royal Empowerment Group

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Denise Thomas is a TEDx speaker, international best-selling author, and mentor to parents of college-bound teens. She specializes in helping families navigate the complex process of college admissions and scholarships, empowering parents to support their children in achieving financial freedom through higher education.

In this episode host Kali discusses the pressures parents place on their children to succeed, particularly in the context of college admissions, with guest Denise Thomas. The conversation explores the fine line between support and control, the impact of social media on parental behavior, and the importance of allowing children to establish their own identities. Denise provides valuable insights into how parents can guide their children through the college admissions process without overstepping or projecting their own desires onto their kids.

Key Topics:

• Parental Pressure vs. Support: Understanding where to draw the line between encouraging success and exerting control over a child's academic and personal choices.
• Social Media and Parenting: The role of social media in amplifying parental pride and its potential to create unrealistic expectations for children.
• College Admissions Realities: The importance of realistic expectations in the college admissions process and how to handle rejections with grace.
• Identity Formation: How parents can help their children develop their own identities and make choices that align with their true selves, rather than parental expectations.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. How can parents balance support and control when guiding their children through the college admissions process?
2. What impact does parental behavior on social media have on a child's self-esteem and identity formation?
3. Why is it important for children to establish their own identities separate from their parents' expectations?
4. How can parents help their children handle college rejections and set realistic expectations for their future?

References and Links:

• Connect with Denise Thomas for college admissions advice: Denise Thomas Website
• Learn more about navigating the college admissions process: Cracking the Code to College

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