Looking for a way to navigate through life’s chaos with ease and grace? This episode brings together the timeless wisdom of astrology and the grounding practice of yoga, offering you…
Ever heard someone say ‘just breathe’ when you’re feeling stressed out and thought, ‘Yeah, right’? Well, turns out, they’re onto something, especially when we’re talking about left nostril breathing. In…
Feeling stressed out? You need to add these ten items to your to-do list immediately. ~~~~~~~~ These episodes are now available on the “Hella Well With Danielle” Podcast (on Spotify,…
Have you ever considered the impact of putting yourself first, especially after a lifetime of people-pleasing? Just because you’ve shifted to prioritize your well-being, it doesn’t mean everyone’s ready for…
In this week’s episode, I open up about feeling the weight of stress and needing a mental break. Despite my knowledge of the importance of rest, I recognize the challenge…
Join me as I take you on a journey to Italy as I recount the life-altering lessons I learned from moving to this enchanting country 20 years ago without knowing…
Join me as we consider the subtle yet profound ways our attachments shape our lives and how embracing change can lead us to a richer, more open existence. We’re taking…
It was a tough Valentine’s Day for me this year. In this episode, I share a personal reflection on love, relationships, and self-love in the context of Valentine’s Day. I…
We take a fresh look at the wisdom of Jay-Z’s Grammy speech but with a twist. While the iconic artist emphasized the importance of persistence in seeking accolades from the…
In this episode, I open up about my personal journey from initially questioning the value of yoga to becoming a Black yogi and teacher. I address the struggles of feeling…
This guided meditation on the embodiment of gratitude offers a journey beyond the usual practice of simply uttering words of gratefulness. Experience firsthand how physically feeling gratitude in your body…
Life can be overwhelming, and we all go through challenging experiences that may make us feel lonely and isolated. This episode unravels the universal experience of facing hardships and finding…
Pause, don’t just keep pushing! It’s time to challenge our understanding of resilience and harness its true power. This episode asks the tough question: Is our celebrated resilience truly serving…
Join us as we pay tribute to the iconic Tina Turner, a champion of holistic wellness legend who openly shared her transformative journey through chanting. We’ll explore how chanting became…
In this episode, we explore the challenges of feeling mentally off-beat and struggling to find your way out of a dark place. We discuss the telltale signs of forcing your…
Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolutionizing the way we approach self-care? Join us as we explore the fascinating relationship between AI and self-care. You may have noticed that there are a…
It’s easy to feel weighed down by the pressures of everyday life. That’s why we’ve created a special guided meditation infused with Reiki episode to help you release what’s making…
Are you tired of carrying the weight of being everything to everyone else? In this episode, we dive into the societal pressures women face, especially Black women, to fulfill multiple…
Feel like you’re on a never-ending treadmill of trying to be perfect? It’s time to escape the suffocating grip of perfectionism and make room for imperfection. In this episode, we’ll…
Attention, busy women! Are you looking for ways to take care of yourself but find yourself always reaching for quick-fix solutions that never seem to work? In this episode, we’ll…
Are you tired of feeling like you must constantly live up to the “strong Black woman” stereotype? Do you struggle to embrace the full range of your emotions and identities…
It’s important to remind yourself of what brings you joy, as life comes with a complimentary package of obstacles as its bonus. It’s easy to get caught up in fighting…
I’m shedding light on three lies and one truth about yoga you might not know. As a yoga teacher, I often am battling myths students believe about practicing yoga. They…
Spring is a time to take a fresh look at your closet and determine if your clothes align with your current path. It’s also a good time to take inventory…
At the insertion of being Black and a woman, most likely lies a mentally and physically exhausted human. One that juggles many personas and has gone through some things to…
One of the best advice I received to keep your stress levels down was to ‘Let Them Have It.” I heard this from Candice Denise on Instagram, who is a…
Making your vacations a self-care or wellness experience is a major trend in the travel industry. It makes sense if you think about it. Being away from the noise of…
We all need time to ourselves. Discover my go-to self-care vacation ideas and start planning your next solo adventure.
Life can feel like it’s too much to handle, and you’re holding on by a thread. If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. Sometimes it feels like there’s…
Healing and striving for abundance are not meant to be 24/7 activities. Yet knowing you’re not meant to work on self-improvement constantly and putting this knowledge into action often feels…
No one knows you better than you. That’s why the best advice comes from within rather than externally. It sounds like a no-brainer, but when you add a lack of…
‘Tis the season for leveling up. It’s a time for people to make resolutions to eat better, exercise more, save money, and create healthy boundaries. All these things have one…
This Reiki healing is the final episode in our 5-part Hella Relax series. I couldn’t think of a better way to start a new year than to focus on relaxing…
Many ancient healing methods for relaxation are dismissed nowadays. Instead, we run to pills, a bottle of wine, or the latest wellness fad when we need to relax. My dad…
It’s time to redefine what it means to relax. As a child, the word ‘relax’ meant getting my hair straightened. Nowadays, everyone’s talking about how important it is to relax….
Last week we covered why you can’t relax, and today it’s all about how you’re unintentionally relaxing the wrong way. Have you ever attempted to unwind and wondered why you…
Relaxing doesn’t come easy to everyone. It’s frustrating to be told to relax, as it can feel as hard as being told to hit Whitney Houston’s high notes. Yet, we are…
The holidays and family gatherings can be stressful AF! Old family issues or emotions easily come up, triggering you as if you were your younger self all over again. This…
Sometimes we’re just not okay. The wellness industry wants you to jump on the #itsokaynottobeok trend. I don’t disagree with the message. Yet, when you’re feeling burnout, depressed, or one…
The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is finally here! This movie evokes such powerful images of female warriors taking charge and protecting their community. It reminds me of the everyday warrior…
I met an interesting guy who made me think. I was telling him about what I do, and he asked, “What does the healer do when they need healing?” And…
You can be waiting a lifetime for some folks to apologize. Yet, here we are, still waiting for people who have done us dirty to apologize. Like, they know they…
I am notorious for having major arguments and fights all in my head. Confrontation gives me anxiety, so it was always safer to keep my resentment, anger, and clapbacks in…
Giving yourself your undivided attention doesn’t mean locking yourself up in a room or escaping to Bali for a solo trip. Granted, I’ve done both and recently realized I still…
Knowing which style of yoga is right for you can be confusing and challenging. There are tons of different types of yoga. Some are super chill to help you relax,…
Like your hair, your emotions can become a matted hot mess if you don’t regularly check in on your emotions and work through your life knots. Trust me, I know…
Many wellness gurus will tell you they are here to empower you. That’s a lie. In this week’s episode, I explain why you should run from anyone telling you they…
Is it just me, or is it a struggle to be unapologetically yourself and embrace true identity 24/7? Sure, it’s easy to say I’m going to keep it real, but…
If you hate yoga, I was with you for most of my life. So, how does one go from hating yoga to being a yoga teacher? Sounds crazy, I know….
Your inner critic will have you do crazy things to keep you safe. The blogs will tell you how to silence your inner critic, but that’s a lie. The key…
Silencing your inner critic will not work. Many podcasts and blogs will encourage you to silence your inner critic, but that’s like trying to have a philosophical debate with a…
The trance of unworthiness is so deep and powerful it’s hard to tell when you are in it. It’s a fixed negative belief you’ve deemed so true that you no…
Have you ever wondered when and how your self-judgment started? You weren’t born with an inner critic, but there 100% was a moment of birth of this negative inner voice…
Affirmations simply don’t work for me. I’ve tried writing them down, meditating with them, and even carrying my affirmations with me. I know saying affirmations work for some, but I’m…
I finally got COVID, and it taught me some hard lessons I wasn’t ready to learn. In this week’s episode, I discuss how getting COVID didn’t happen to me, but…
It hella sucks when your self-care stop working. This is not a time to panic. Instead, it’s a sign that something needs to change when what used to reduce stress…
I’m switching things up this week. We are in the middle of Mercury Retrograde, and it just felt like someone needs healing. You don’t need to do anything or know…
Having time to plan the perfect trip thoroughly is great. But what do you do when you need to plan a last-minute trip? Like when you’re fleeing the stressors in…
Can we have an honest conversation about what it means to be a caregiver? As one myself, I feel comfortable saying it isn’t always easy or fun, but nobody’s talking…
The key to self-mastery isn’t finding balance in life. It’s and happiness is finding your rhythm. One that matches your authentic self and current needs. Sounds easy, right? It can…
Chaos can feel like a tornado hitting your peace of mind, destroying all aspects of your life. There’s nothing happy about the guilt of not getting everything done. Or neglecting…
Do you travel to escape reality? Or more importantly, are you even aware that you may be using travel to escape your own life? Travel is one of the most…
As a Black woman, the confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson were traumatizing, but not shocking. And then there was that one moment when U.S. Senator Cory Booker made…
Sometimes you need to pivot your life and/or career to find your joy. Realizing you need to pivot is the easy part. But oftentimes we are paralyzed with fear and…
Five key principles to unlocking your superpowers and embracing your power, even in fear. Journal Prompts: Can I recall an old narrative or story I tell myself that is holding…
We all wash. We care about the laundry detergent used. We even care about how our car is washed. But why do we then go into the shower and mindlessly…
Being able to decipher between using your intuition and being triggered can be tricky. It’s so easy to think a thought or action is based on your intuition when it’s…
Your inner child influences how you make decisions, respond to challenges, and the way you live your life. Wellness gurus are constantly saying tap into your inner child, but what…
Life lessons come in so many different packages. We often miss the delivery because we’re expecting it to come in a certain package. In the case of love, many think…
Communication is the currency of all relationships, including the one with yourself. Discover how to speak with intention and ask better questions to build better relationships with my guest, Amber…
You’re taught to hustle hard and keep grinding, but at what cost? Is it worth the health and wellbeing of your mind, body, and soul? Today I ask you to…
Asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do. There is a yin and yang to giving and receiving but most of us are really off-balanced when…
If there never seems to be enough time in the day to workout, this episode is for you. My guest, Kyrstal Taylor of Fitness is Not a Game, explains common…
It’s time to learn the history of the word ‘Bougie’ and rethink the negative ideas we’ve been trained to believe. Being bougie is not about acting like you are better…
What exactly are chakras? If you’ve ever attended a yoga class or Reiki sessions, they’ve probably mentioned your root or crown charkas without full explanation. It’s time to understand chakras,…
The American Dream will continue to be denied to Black and brown women if we don’t wake up! Systemic economic barriers have left our sisters with empty purses and we…
Why is pleasure never discussed in sex education? Or that sex with a partner is even better when you personally know how to please yourself? Instead, many women grow up…
As a certified Reiki Master and Reiki teacher, people constantly ask how does distance Reiki healing works? It’s easy to wrap our minds around sending love or prayers, but receiving…
Have you ever searched online ‘my job is killing me?’ If you have, don’t worry, you’re not alone. 85% of people globally are unhappy in their job, according to a…
I just got back from a trip to Morocco and Portugal. Traveling internationally during the COVID-19 pandemic has its own challenges that you may not experience when traveling domestically. From…
With so many companies allowing people to work remotely, many are thinking about WFH from another country. In today’s episode, I have Claire B. Soares of Up in The Air…
Self-love and self-care are hot topics. Unfortunately, I constantly see people mixing up self-love and self-care, which is a huge problem. If one doesn’t know the difference between the two,…
Beyonce is more than a cultural icon or a fellow Virgo. Love her or hate her, she leads by example through her music, actions, and dollars that self-care is central…
Reiki plays a huge role in my sense of self-worth and my overall well-being. Yet, it’s been my best-kept secret. Not any more! Today I’m discussing everything you need to…
We live under so much stress and exhaustion because of systemic oppression and racism. Up until 2020 and the outspoken racial tension in the U.S.A., everybody was telling us this…
Want to step completely into your personal power and stop questioning if you’re where you “should” be? If so, Human Design is an excellent tool to use and the next…
The Reiki precepts are a set of principles or mantras to help guide you in your daily life. And the great thing about them is that you don’t have to…
Why aren’t we taught about the power of words as kids? Words have the power to inspire, hurt, heal, destroy, and evoke all kinds of emotions. When you’re not intentional…
Rest shouldn’t feel like a chore you add to your to-do list. But so many of us struggle to find the time to add rest to our lives and then…
Finding the right travel companion for your specific trip is one of the most important decisions you can make. Select the wrong travel partner, and even the best travel destinations…
As this country celebrates its independence (my ancestors weren’t free in 1776), it has me thinking. Are we truly free? Seriously, think about this for a moment. You may not…
There are so many benefits to being in nature that it only makes sense to bring that feeling into your home. Plus plenty of scientific studies back up this theory….
Should is one of the most harmful words in the English language. It’s also a word after listening to this podcast episode that may have you rethinking ever using it…
Sea Moss, is one of the latest hot trends in the wellness community, but does it really live up to the hype? My guest, Jeff Austin (aka Plant-Based Jeff) is…
Naomi Osaka was fined $15,000 essentially for setting boundaries to preserve her mental well-being. If she broke a bone or lost her voice, would she be treated the same? My…
While Michelle Obama’s book Becoming encouraged us to become, I’m over here unlearning to be me. And after 30+ years of being me and all the habits I’ve developed, I’m…
l“There is a painful gap between what people want and what they actually do.” What if I told you that the way you’re trying to change or create habits is…
With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently relaxing its travel restrictions and more destinations opening up for vaccinated travelers, is the vaccination passport your ticket to international travel?…
Discover the ugly truth about being a people pleaser that will make you rethink your actions with this week’s guest Samantha Washington of Mended Fitness. Samantha Washington: Samantha is a…
Self-care is being peddled as the “It Girl” for all your needs. With 49.5 million posts on Instagram with the phrase “self-care,” it’s hard not to scroll through your social…
Olivia Pope was known as the infamous “Fixer” on the hit TV show, Scandal. She’d strut in her white outfit proclaiming, “it’s handled,” but did she ever seem happy fixing…
It feels like the fasten seat belt sign has gone off and more people are traveling internationally but is it really safe? Or worth it to travel right now in…
We’ve been conditioned to think using crystals is not for “us” and that this is some new age ish. All I can say is lies, lies, and more lies! Our…
You can’t escape your emotions no matter how hard you try. That said, suppressing your anger isn’t always a bad thing. However, if you’re suppressing your anger habitually it can…
Creating a solid circle of friends as a kid felt so much easier. There were these unspoken rules that everyone lived by and you generally knew where you stood with…
Dance is part of our long history of communal healing in the Black community and is a powerful connection to our past. In this episode, my guest, Dr. Rennes Toussaint-Keshinro,…
Music has the power to heal like no other medium. Hella cultures have used music as a form of healing and medicine for centuries, especially in Africa. Music/sound is even…
It’s about the experience. And that’s one thing I love about taking culinary trips is that it’s more than just enjoying amazing food. It’s, it’s just more than that. It’s more about opening the door to different cultures and learning how people live and just really diving deep in. And that’s part of the reason why also like being more off the beaten path, because you get those experiences more
Happy New Year! This is the time of year when most are saying “new year, new me,” but it’s hard to make major shifts when your plate is already maxed…
2020 is one unforgettable year. Yet, all too quickly the holiday rush leads you to rush right into the New Year without first taking the much needed time to rest…
2020 has been a year of lost expectations, daily routines, vacations, and sadly, our loved ones. We are all grieving what we knew as “the norm.” In the fourth episode…
What are limiting beliefs? Limiting beliefs are thoughts and stories you tell yourself that prevent you from pursuing your goals and dreams. Instead of leaving that job you hate or…
Being a superwoman or feeling like you have to wear your superwoman cape 24/7 can feel like a job that you can never quit — and that’s exhausting, but it…
Anne Frank wrote, “I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn.” No one teaches you that adulting isn’t as easy as it looks…
Confession: I hated yoga the first couple of times I tried it. I’d see someone else with their head between their legs and I’d try to do the same and…
If there was ever a time when you wanted to escape America, now is probably that time. Travel is one of the best forms of self-care and can feel like…
Even when you think you’re doing all the right things to lose weight, like exercising and following a strict diet, the real reasons you’re not losing weight or keeping it…
People are desperately craving to get out of isolation and ways to connect with family and friends. As the holidays are fast approaching and the pandemic doesn’t seem to be…
You don’t wake up one morning and all of a sudden burnout. Being burnout creeps up on us over time like a slow leak, if you don’t know the signs….
What if all you had to do is think of your wildest dream and then it came true? Like saying one day, “I’m going to meet and hug Oprah, have…
Are you ready to travel again internationally, but not sure where Americans can travel right now due to COVID restrictions? If so, you stumbled upon the perfect podcast discussing where…
Oct 10 is the World Mental Health Day and honestly, it couldn’t have come at a better time. Our daily lives have drastically changed from what we knew as the…
I’m hella not ok. And fortunately, I’m ok with not being ok, but it prompted me to do an episode on self-care for busy women of color. So the Breonna…
This is one of the most chill conversations about being vegan-ish, and honestly, we sorta need more of these for people to feel comfortable to explore being vegan or simply…
Have you ever wondered, why you can’t stick to anything like a routine, diet, or self-care goals? In the beginning, it’s easy because you’re all in and excited. But then…
If you’re like me or anyone else who hella loves to travel, especially internationally, you’ve been grounded for most of the year due to the coronavirus…and you’re probably going a…
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