This week I’m sitting down with someone who knows me better than anyone… my mom. And for the first time, we’re talking honestly about what it really takes to raise a family through hard seasons (she's been there!)

From navigating the stress of today’s world to balancing work, childcare, and identity… this chat is a reminder that motherhood has never been easy, but you’re not alone in it.

My mom shares what it looked like for her to raise me without help, how she handled financial uncertainty and overwhelming seasons, and the mindset that carried her through it all.

We chat about:

• How previous generations handled stress, work, and raising kids
• The emotional reality of postpartum identity and overwhelm
• Balancing work, childcare, and the pressure to “do it all”
• Why having support (or not having it) shapes the motherhood experience
• The role of faith, resilience, and mindset in hard seasons
• Why no phase of motherhood is ever “perfect”

Don't miss this chat on YouTube so you can little Josie doing her thing! And come chat with me on Threads at https://threads.net/nicolewalters

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If your nervous system has not seen peace since 2019, this one is for you!

Dr. Danielle Griffin is here to talk about what it really means to carry stress in your body and why so many of us have been living in survival mode for years.

As a thought leader in Somatic Exercise Therapy and a TEDx speaker dedicated to the science of the mind-body connection, Dr. Griffin helps high performers understand how chronic stress, pressure, and responsibility don’t just live in the mind… they show up physically as tension, burnout, insomnia, and even chronic illness.

We chat through the difference between somatic therapy and traditional talk therapy, why so many people struggle to even identify what they’re feeling, and how simple practices like breathwork, movement, and awareness can begin to release what your body has been holding onto.

This conversation explores what it looks like to slow down, tune in, and create space for healing… without losing your edge, ambition, or drive.

We’re chatting about:

• The difference between somatic therapy and talk therapy
• How stress and trauma get stored in the body
• Why high achievers often live in chronic tension and burnout
• The connection between physical symptoms and emotional overwhelm
• How breathwork, movement, and meditation help regulate the nervous system
• Simple ways to start releasing stress in your body today

If you constantly feel on edge, stuck in survival mode, or like your body can't relax… this chat will help you understand why and show you what to do next.

Connect with Dr. Danielle:

• Watch her TedX talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjDFL49minQ
• Visit her Website: https://drdaniellegriff.com/
• Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/drdaniellegriff

Connect with Nicole:

• Chat with Nicole over on Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters
• Watch Tell Me More on YT: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube

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"We say, 'Listen to Black Women,' but are you really ready to do that? Because I feel like we could fix a lot of problems if people actually took the time to listen to us."

Singer, songwriter, activist, and founder, Malynda Hale is here to chat about what it means to use your voice for something bigger than performance. After the killing of Philando Castile in 2016, Malynda began shifting her work from traditional music performance toward purpose-driven storytelling and activism, using her platform to amplify Black voices and advocate for equity.

Together we unpack the responsibility that often falls on Black women to speak out, the emotional weight of navigating politics online, and why community, creativity, and courage are essential in moments of cultural tension.

This chat explores how artists can turn their platforms into spaces for truth, healing, and change without compromising their values.

We’re chatting about:

• Why the killing of Philando Castile became a turning point for Malynda's activism
• The intersection of creativity, activism, and community building
• Why Black women have historically led movements for equity and justice
• The emotional weight of speaking truth online in a polarized culture
• How purpose-driven creators can build platforms that align with their values
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If you've ever wondered how creators navigate activism, identity, and public influence in today’s political climate, this chat will challenge you to think deeper about the power of using your voice.

Connect with Malynda:

• Website: https://malyndahale.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malyndahale

Connect with Nicole:

• Chat with Nicole over on Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewalters
• Watch Tell Me More on YT: http://nicolewalters.com/youtube

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