Motivation For Black People

In this remarkable story of redemption, motivational Speaker and founder of youth empowerment non-profit, Share Necessities, Inc., Arjuna O’Neal, recounts how a drug deal turned bad ended up in him being shot and pronounced dead.  He credits a life-changing conversation with God and an extraordinary lesson in the power of love and forgiveness for completely turning his life around. Now saving the lives of at-risk youth by teaching them the importance of healthy living through yoga and mindfulness, he teaches us all that our past does not define our future. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com

Visual storyteller, creative mastermind and entrepreneur Tre Borden gives us his take on why art is such a powerful medium for promoting social change. Recounting his own unexpected journey from Ivy League grad to artistic producer, he encourages everyone to buck the status quo and expectations of others to pursue work that is both meaningful and impactful to you. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com

After his career took a number of unexpected turns, Jay Connor, co-host of “The Extraordinary Negroes” podcast, stopped chasing the almighty dollar and found his way back to his creative roots. A multi-talented writer, producer, and Editor at The Root, Jay reminds us that the road to success is never a straight line and that the best way to control our destiny is to be in the driver’s seat. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Check out The Extraordinary Negroes podcast at: http://www.theextraordinarynegroes.com/

Justin recaps his recent experience on a 7-day digital detox retreat and offers practical tips for creating your own digital detox experience right from the comfort of your own home. You won’t believe the profound impact even a mini-tech hiatus can have on your life. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams See the blog Justin mentioned in the episode:https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/vv5jkb/the-secret-ways-social-media-is-built-for-addiction Justin’s social media: http://instagram.com/wejustwill

MARRIAGE. Whether you dream of saying “I do” or you think the idea of marriage is stupid, this episode will rock your world. The reason so many marriages fail is because they’re based on OLD values and traditions. My guest, Justin Riley, Co-host of the Married Millennials™ podcast, explains the 5 essentials for a NEW vision of marriage. A marriage that can last. A marriage that isn’t like your parents’. A marriage that provides balance and equality. A marriage for millennials. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams. Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Check out the Married Millennials podcast at: https://lovejays.com/category/married-millennials-podcast/

Sex is not just about pleasure. It can actually lead to heightened consciousness and influence how we live our purpose. Our guests, Rafaella Fiallo and Dalychia Saah of Afrosexology are taking the taboo out of sex, and discussing how we can transform pleasure into power by exploring, reclaiming, and celebrating our sexuality. Hosted by Justin Michael Williams.Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.comFor more information on Afrosexology, visit http://www.afrosexology.comVisit them online at http://www.instagram.com/afrosexology

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Get our weekly audio guides that will help you live your dreams, on your terms: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

Ever thought about going to therapy but not sure how to find the right person? Or not sure if you really need it? This episode will change everything. Learn to identify if and when you need therapy and how to find the perfect therapist from our guest Jamaal Crone, Licensed Professional Counselor and mental health advocate for both communities of color and the LGBTQ community. Learn how to express your emotions and how to take the steps necessary to managing your anxiety and stress.

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Real self-acceptance is not about WHAT YOU DO, but about WHO YOU ARE. In this vulnerable episode, our host Justin Michael Williams talks about his challenging journey to self-acceptance and gives a simple practice you can do at home to get to the root of your emotional ups and downs. Get our weekly audio guides delivered to your inbox every week: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com Hosted by Justin Michael Williams

You can break through common barriers that stop you from success. Singer/Songwriter, Lavance Colley, went from working jobs for Uber and Postmates to singing background for stars such as John Legend and Shawn Mendes and he’s giving you three major tips on how to believe in yourself and move forward to accomplish your goals and dreams. To get tickets to Lavance's June 25 show in LA, go to this link: http://www.standardsatthestandard.com
 


This week’s podcast celebrates black fathers and dives deep into healing wounds that we experience from our dads, but with a twist! Justin interviewed four different fathers in this episode, one from each generation, so that we can hear about the struggle from a father's point of view! Whether you're a daughter, son, mother, grandkid, or partner to a black man, this episode will help you heal, get closer to your family, and learn what's really important to black dads--in their own words! Thank you to our featured fathers (Preston Smiles, Lawrence Charles, Terrance Williams, and Tyrone Williams) for your vulnerability and truth.

Learn practical strategies for turning common obstacles into seeds for growth from Koya Webb, one of the leading black women in the wellness space. She has been featured on major networks such as NBC and has worked alongside artists such as Stevie Wonder and India Arie. Koya is teaching us how to lean into those difficult moments that ultimately make us stronger. You can get Koya's new book at koyawebb.com

Learn all the tips and tricks to navigating the job application process and crushing your next interview from Jeff Boodie, co-founder and president of JobSnap. He’s dishing out advice on how to create a dynamic video interview, and some advice for budding entrepreneurs who may even be thinking of starting their own company. You can learn more about JobSnap at jobsnap.work

Special episode! Learn a step-by-step process to break through your toxic habits and cycles, some of which get passed on from generation to generation and perpetuate our community. This episode uses music and motivation to help you dive deep into the habits that keep us stuck in our relationships, careers, and spiritual growth. Watch Justin’s video for, “Perfect Man” here: www.PerfectManVideo.com

Durand Bernarr, this week’s special guest, has been blessed to sing back up to stars such as Erykah Badu and Anderson .Paak. The stories from his journey as a musical artist and the practical tips he shares about how to truly step into your authenticity will help you start making life decisions based on what YOU want to do and not based on what others expect of you. You can follow Durand on IG @durandbernarr

Our host Justin Michael Williams gets real with us about his 2 year journey of sobriety, and how things like porn, sex, drugs, caffeine, and alcohol might be holding you back from success. Get our free audio-guides delivered to your inbox every week: http://www.motivationforblackpeople.com  We Rise Together!

Stepping into your power and following your dreams is exciting and filled with many moments of happiness and joy. But what about those moments we don’t see celebrated on social media? The things people DON’T talk about like the loneliness, exhaustion and fear? Our special guest, Dat Dude Jonny, is unpacking his journey and getting real about his struggles on the road to success. You can follow Dat Dude Jonny on IG @datdudejonny