Three Sixty Conversations

Yvadney Davis honours Zora Neale Hurston.   Today’s black history month audio takeover contribution comes from Yvadney Davis honouring the late great Zora Neale Hurston. I smiled so hard when I listened to Yvadney’s audio. Zora Neale Hurston is a G! Her book Their Eyes Were Watching God is like a wholesome meal lovingly cooked by your grandma!   Yvadney talks about Zora Neale Hurston’s role in the Harlem Renaissance and how important and nuanced Zora Neal Hurston’s work is. Thank you for choosing such a legend Yvadney.   About Yvadney Davis:   Yvadney Davis is a London-based fashion stylist, with over 15 years working in the fashion industry. After graduating from the acclaimed Central Saint Martins Fashion Degree, she began a successful career in PR, moving into fashion styling, writing and consulting.   Yvadney became a mum in 2012 and discovered the uber cool, imaginative and uninhibited world of kids fashion. Yvandey prides herself in bringing a touch of her eclectic style to each brief and usi

Sarah Rose Gregory honours Billie Holiday.   In today’s Black History Month audio takeover Sarah Rose Gregory honours Billie Holiday.  Sarah shares that her introduction to  Billie Holiday was met with resistance as Ms Holiday was her father’s musical choice.   Once Sarah was able to connect with Ms Holiday beyond outside of her father’s influence Sarah learned lessons about love, relationships and most importantly self love.   In terms of wellness Sarah refers to Billie Holiday’s ability to take up space. Refusing to use the ‘coloured entrances’ in the Jim Crow era and using her art to expand into the fullest version of her self, singing with her entire chest and captivating audiences that would have ordinarily overlooked her resplendence because of the colour of her skin.   About Sarah Rose Gregory:   Sarah is a storyteller, ex civil servant, artistic activist, event organiser, community fund raiser,  black British woman, of Ghanaian and Irish descent with four children, an ardent dyslexic who cam

Paula Hines honours Dr Maya Angelou.   Paula uses her soothing tone to honour the late great Maya Angelou. Paula provides us with some real nourishment by using Maya Angelou quotes as wellness inspiration!! [starry eye emoji]      This black history month audio contribution is a nourishing pick me up, a treatment if you will (my Everyday Joy membership group members will know exactly what I mean!). Dive in and bookmark under 'soul soothing'.   About Paula Hines:   Paula is a senior yoga teacher and has practised and studied a range of yoga styles since 2001. Her own experience of yoga’s capacity to aid recovery from injury and relieve stress led her to train as a teacher and fuels her desire to share the life-enhancing benefits of yoga with others.   Since 2011 Paula has been sharing yoga (U Can Yoga) in a non-dogmatic way with the intention of offering practitioners the space to nurture themselves as they breathe, strengthen and stretch both body and mind, cultivating deeper self-awareness. Teachin

Nehanda Trustcott-Reid honours Mbuya Nehanda Charwe Nyakasikana.   Nehanda Trustscott Reid honouring her name sake Mbuya Nehanda Charwe Nyakasikana. Mbuya Nehanda was a spiritual leader in Shonaland, now known as Zimbabwe.  Nehanda shares how Mbuya Nehanda alongside 2 other spiritual leaders led a powerful revolt to drive out the white settlers that were oppressing the people of the land.    Nehanda shares the way she is inspired by Mbuya Nehanda’s resistance and self determination. She also speaks to the power of spiritual and ancestral connection.   There is such power in the story of Mbuya Nenhanda, I will certainly be doing my googles! Also Nehanda's voice is so soothing I could listen to her all day!     About Nehanda Trustcott-Reid:   Nehanda Truscott Reid is Holistic Wellness coach for women on the sacred path of motherhood. Through Soul Mama she supports women from preconception onwards to move towards more  balance, alignment and energy.    With the loss of 'the village' many modern west

Jecks Lee honours Amaza Lee Meredith.   In this podcast take over interior designer with a difference, Jecks Lee honours Amaza Lee Meredith.  Amaza Lee was nothing short of AMAZING.  A black woman born in 1895 that taught herself architecture, had a career as an architect and then went on to teach! Talk about TAKE UP SPACE! In terms of wellness Jecks talks about what I am calling Meredith's growth mindset.   A black interior designer honouring a black female self taught architect who left a tangible legacy with her work... priceless!     About Jecks Lee:   Jecks set up Persona Abode Interiors to specialise in designing eco-conscious residential interiors, with a focus on designing for people and supporting world causes.    Her appreciation of interior design comes from the experiences of being terrified to step into her own home. Having endured occurrences of domestic violence, through the eyes of a child and also as an adult, she understands how the sanctuary of home crumbles when you no longer f

Laura Hesketh honours Angela Davis.   Before we go any further Ms Davis is alive and well. She is campaigning for the rights of marginalised people. Ms Davis is good! When we honour women from history it’s not confined to those that are no longer with us!   Laura Hesketh loves Angela Davis so much she is not waiting for her to be an ancestor to honour her and I love that! Let’s cherish each other whilst we are here! Small(ish) challenge, reach out to someone you cherish today and let them know what they mean to you.   Laura focuses on Angela Davis’ work in abolition and prison reform. She talks about self care enabling us to bring our whole selves to our work including collective joy!    Laura, I see Ms Davis in you.   Laura caught me by surprise by honouring me too! Thank you Laura, I appreciate you and this honour immensely

Paula Perry honours Shirley Chisholm.   Today’s contribution is from Paula Perry who is honouring none other than Shirley Chisholm. If you don’t know who she is, please do your googles. Shirley is a certified BOSS all caps!     Paula choosing Shirley Chisholm is very fitting as Paula has a lot of Shirley’s no limit energy.  Paula highlights many examples of how Shirley’s legacy can inform wellness including not internalising other peoples perception of you.     About Paula Perry:   Paula Perry is known as the ‘Cycle Breaking Expert’ she is a mother, speaker, mentor, lecturer, author of the bestselling book Black British History and founder of You4Us which is dedicated to empowering women to take control of their finances.  Alongside starting the domino effect that breaks the negative cycle of generational poverty in areas such as Finance & Parenting.     Paula raises awareness about financial literacy and the importance of understanding our financial mindset and has been successfully impactin

Sharon Walters honours Jessica Huntley.   Today’s podcast take over contribution is from Sharon Walters. In this audio Sharon honours book publisher and activist, Jessica Huntley. Sharon had the honour of learning directly from Jessica Huntley, experiencing the living legacy of this phenomenal woman.   In terms of wellness Sharon leans into Jessica Huntley starting where she was, with what she had and building legacy.   Sharon also honours the late great Maya Angelou.   About Sharon Walters:   Sharon Walters is a London-based artist creating hand-assembled collages exploring black identity and mainstream beauty standards. As a part-time museum professional, her role is to lead community engagement projects to widen participation to under-represented museum audiences. Sharon is passionate about encouraging people to ‘take up space’ and the creation of platforms to enable marginalised to be seen and empowered to have an impactful voice.   You can connect with Sharon on instagram here.

Le’Nise Brothers honours Billie Holiday   Today’s contribution to the Three Sixty Conversations Black History Month take over comes from Le’Nise Brothers as she honours the wonder that was Billie Holiday.   Le’Nise shares how a school trip with $10 just waiting to be spent led her to Lady Day.  Le’Nise talks about Billie’s life which was characterised by trauma and also the radical act of living on your own terms which was woven throughout Billie’s adult life.  She also asks a powerful wellness question that had me whipping my journal out!   About Le’Nise Brothers:   Le’Nise Brothers is a registered nutritionist, yoga teacher and women’s health, hormone and menstruation coach. She works with women who want to get control of sugar cravings, mood swings and hormonal acne, bloating and headaches, as well as increase their energy levels.    Le’Nise has helped many women with hormonal issues ranging from PMS, PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, heavy, painful, missing & irregular periods, post-natal deple

Ibi Meier-Oruitemeka honours Josephine Baker  In this podcast episode Ibi shares insights in to the life of Josephine Baker outside of her dancing.  As well as sharing interesting information about Josephine the dancer and activist, Ibi shares insights about how she uses intuition as a guide.   About Ibi Meier-Oruitemeka: Ibi is a wellness beauty expert, founder and creative director of award-winning green beauty brand The Afro Hair & Skin Co. Ibi is an advocate for holistic health and wellness in black women.   Through The Afro Hair & Skin Co. Ibi aims to share her love of natural beauty and educate on how these ingredients can best be harnessed in beauty products specifically for black women. Her products have appeared in major beauty publications such as Marie Claire, Elle, Glamour as well as being named as one of the best beauty brands for people of colour by VOGUE magazine. The Afro Hair & Skin Co. offers sustainable plant based products using British farmed ingredients to meet the uniq

Alize Demange honours Dido Elizabeth Bell    In this podcast episode Alizé shares a candid exploration of her identity as a woman of mixed black heritage. Alizé talks about visiting the country of her black ancestors and coming home to herself.   Alize’s podcast is also an ode to black British women currently creating a living legacy and inspiration for us all.   In this episode Alizé provides us with a real black British history lesson from the transatlantic slave trade to the black presence in Britain and the depiction of black people in art.     About Alizé Demange:   Alizé Demange is one of London’s most sought after stylists. Her work ranges from styling celebrities to household brands.     Alongside styling some of the biggest names in music, Alizé is also paving the way for young creatives through her Note to Self platform. Through Note to Self Alizé and her team provides content and experiences to support young female entrepreneurs with opportunities to take care of themselves whilst the

Claudine Thornhill honours Rosa Guy.   In this podcast episode Claudine honours Trinidadian- American author, Rosa Guy. Claudine shares the huge impact Rosa Guy had on her teenage years by providing representation that made her feel seen for the first time after years of reading books that did not represent people that look like her.  Reading Rosa Guys books was affirming for Claudine and demonstrated the need for multiethnic representation in books from a young age.   Personal development and business book reading junkie's pay close attention to Claudine's self care recommendation!   About Claudine Thornhill: Claudine Thornhill is an award-winning Nutritional Therapist and Health Coach who helps aspiring and inspiring professional, creative and entrepreneurial women feel better, be better and do better by focusing on increasing balance in their bodies and lives through the power of food and lifestyle change.   Claudine's fundamental belief is that health and wellness create a key foundation for grea

Jess Huie honours the gift that is Toni Morrison.   Jessica honours Toni Morrison’s unapologetic boldness and her ability to capture audiences with her raw storytelling and poetic prose.  Jessica focuses on Toni Morrison’s first novel, The Bluest Eye where she deals with the issue of colourism and the painful quest to live up to Eurocentric ideals.   Jessica speaks to the complexity of unchallenged intergenerational beliefs and the freedom that is bestowed upon those that choose to live in their truth.   About Jessica Huie:   Jessica Huie MBE is an entrepreneur and the Author of Bestseller PURPOSE published by Hay House, Find your truth and embrace your calling. Jessica enjoyed a glittering career as a journalist and publicist and has worked with some of the world’s biggest stars and business people, including Samuel L. Jackson, Simon Cowell, Kelly Rowland & Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle. Jessica founded and ran influential boutique agency JHPR.co.uk for ten years.   In 2016, when Jessica’s fat

Its October!! It's Black History Month here in the UK.   Black History Month is a way of reflecting on the rich history of Black people as our contribution to the world is at best, whitewashed and at worst erased due to systemic racism.   This black history month I have decided to host an intergenerational audio community project that does more than reflect and acknowledge.    For years I have grappled with black history month as it tends to revolve around a single story of lack. It got me thinking about trauma and how people are re-traumatised, desensitised and conditioned by the repetition of a single story big up Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie!   In Chimamanda’s infamous ted talk on the danger of a single storey she refers to the unintended consequence of monolithic narratives.   “Now, I loved those American and British books I read. They stirred my imagination. They opened up new worlds for me. But the unintended consequence was that I did not know that people like me could exist in literature. So wha

I am delighted to share my new group coaching programme called The Joyfull Woman.  It's an evidence based programme informed by my over 15 year career as a social worker, group work training and life coaching. Spiritual social work if you will.    The Joyfull Woman is a powerful and nourishing 10-week group coaching programme designed to guide you into deeper self-connection. This connection will enable you to meet yourself where you are with the compassion and empathy necessary to get yourself get unstuck and start living a life that feels like yours.    This is for high achieving women like you, that are realising they have outgrown their current pattern of behaviour but are being held back by old habits and long held limiting beliefs.    We start on 10th October 2019, World Mental Health day.   For more information and to book a clarity call to see if this programme is right for you click/ tap here.

Welcome to episode 41 where I am joined by Mami Sarjo, founder of Sarjo's Wholistics for a deeply nourishing conversation on yoni health, cultural appropriation in wellness and crystal healing.

Welcome to episode 40 where I am joined by Selina Barker.  Selina is a coach, online course designer, writer, podcaster and co-founder of Project Love.  Selina is an absolute delight, her work is powerful and her whole vibe is pure magick!   For the past 12 years Selina has made it her business to help people design lives and careers they love.   She's a big believer that we are all artists of our own lives and that any change we want to make, any dream we want to bring to life, can be done by turning it into a practical project. Over the past 12 years Selina has been honoured to coach the brightest minds and talent from Google, Apple, UN Women and MySpace (yep, I’ve been at it that long), A-list musicians and leaders in the creative and music industries, helping them to create lives, careers and businesses that they can thrive in. She has guided more than 3,000 people all over the world through the online courses that she has created for her own brands or co-designed with brilliant best-selling authors

Welcome to episode 39 where I am joined by Fashion and textile designer Caro Gomez, founder of the Caro Gomez brand.  We had a really nourishing conversation about operating in your zone of genius, living abundantly and paying abundance forward.   Caro Gomez is a Latin American textile designer, who lives in London with her husband and two children. Originally from El Salvador, Caro has carried her roots with her throughout her fashion journey, and her work is heavily inspired by the colours, patterns and flair of the Latin American lifestyle.   After leaving her home country to pursue an education in fashion, she set off for Milan to study, but soon realised that the ‘city of fashion’ wasn't all she had dreamt of. Caro knew that air kisses and false niceties just weren’t for her - she wanted to pursue her dream, but knew that she couldn’t do it in an environment that didn’t feel authentic to her true self. She was falling out of love with fashion and knew that she had to make a big change if she wanted

Welcome to episode 38 where I am joined by Sami Blackford, founder of the women's wellness brand, Freya Luna   Sami believes that small acts of mindful self-care can nurture us into a relationship of true self-love - mind, body and soul (and skin). She is an alchemist, apothecary, writer, and mentor. She created Freyaluna to harness the magical powers of Mother Nature and help women to feel confident, beautiful, and friggin’ amazing in their own bodies. After battling with acne for many years, by her mid-20s Sami decided enough was enough. Over the next few years I immersed myself in the world of natural and holistic skincare and wellness (and became certified in Aromatherapy and Herbal Medicine along the way). Her journey brought her into contact with thousands of amazing women from around the world. And she discovered that, no matter what colour our skin is, how many years we’ve lived, or which country we call home, we are all yearning for a way to love and care for our skin in a gentle and natural way.

Welcome to the audio version of Everyday Joy Newsletter!  In this letter I'm sharing some (a lot of) thoughts on growth.   "Due to the belief that growth is only valid if it is ascending, we tend to prevent ourselves from connecting with the downward motion.  We try desperately to stop ourselves from what feels like plummeting not realising that in suppressing the downward motion we are restricting ourselves, stunting our growth" - Tamu Thomas.   If you would like the full newsletter delivered straight to your inbox you can sign up here.  I share valuable content in a manner that honours your time and energy so no need to worry about spam!