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What do you need to give yourself permission to do or feel?

In The Catalyst Academy, my public speaking incubator for leading Women of Color, we have a monthly mindset call called, Get Ya’ Mind Right. 💭

During the call, we dive deep into the mindset barriers that are holding us back from moving forward with our goals.

Quite often in our discussions, we discover that:

✅We already know what we need to do
✅We already know who we need to be
✅We already know where we need to be

But we get caught up in feeling “ready,” and believing that we need some external validation, or permission to do what we already know.

There may never be that person, that experience, or that graduation that tells you, you are ready, or enough.

We must give the permission to ourselves. We must believe it first, for ourselves.

It’s a subtle mindset shift, that with practice, is incredibly powerful.

✨What do you need to give yourself permission to do today?

✨What do you need to give yourself permission to feel today?

Let me know in the comments below:

📣PSST! We’ll be inviting new members to The Catalyst Academy soon. Is it your time? Join our waitlist now to be among the first notified. above!

What do you need to give yourself permission to do or feel?

In The Catalyst Academy, my public speaking incubator for leading Women of Color, we have a monthly mindset call called, Get Ya’ Mind Right. 💭

During the call, we dive deep into the mindset barriers that are holding us back from moving forward with our goals.

Quite often in our discussions, we discover that:

✅We already know what we need to do
✅We already know who we need to be
✅We already know where we need to be

But we get caught up in feeling “ready,” and believing that we need some external validation, or permission to do what we already know.

There may never be that person, that experience, or that graduation that tells you, you are ready, or enough.

We must give the permission to ourselves. We must believe it first, for ourselves.

It’s a subtle mindset shift, that with practice, is incredibly powerful.

✨What do you need to give yourself permission to do today?

✨What do you need to give yourself permission to feel today?

Let me know in the comments below👇🏾

📣PSST! We’ll be inviting new members to The Catalyst Academy soon. Is it your time? Join our waitlist now to be among the first notified. above!

I started wearing glasses at five.

The day after I got my glasses, I walked into kindergarten with my knit hat over my eyes, hoping the kids wouldn’t notice. Glasses weren't as cool in the 80s as they are now. I heard the term four-eyed, a nickname I grew to hate. My glasses also got progressively thicker through the years, which is why when I turned 13, I got contacts (and you couldn't tell me NOTHING.) Once I got contacts, I decided I wouldn’t wear glasses publicly anymore.

Recently, I’ve fallen in love with glasses. I still wear contacts, but I started experimenting with non-prescription glasses this year. Something transformative happens to my confidence and presence when I pop on a pair of stylish frames. It also helps me express my mood and intention. It's a subtle step but so affirming as I work to show up fully in every space.

Is there a piece that helps you show up more fully? Let me know in the comments below. ⬇

In Episode 9 of , Naana Badu () shares why you should take risks and be intentional about your style. Have you listened? Check the link in the bio to listen or find it wherever you listen to podcasts.🎧

   
   
     
     
   

Vulnerability can be a powerful tool in public speaking, but how do you know how and what to share?

Here’s a quick guide in Part ✌️ of Vulnerability + Public Speaking
1️⃣ Vulnerability is not oversharing.
2️⃣ Vulnerability should be intentional.
3️⃣Vulnerability should NOT be manipulative.
4️⃣Vulnerability should be safe.

Vulnerability in public speaking looks like this:
➡️A personal story of triumph or failure
➡️A kernel of truth about your life
➡️A quirk about your personality
➡️Revealing what matters to you most

Have you listened to Episode 8 of Oversharing with Rhonda? Tune in, link in bio to listen.🎧

P.S. I teach Vulnerability + Public Speaking In THE CATALYST ACADEMY, My year-long Incubator for Leading Women of Color.
To Join the WAITLIST PLEASE VISIT:
http://bit.ly/tHECATALYSTACADEMY

Tuesdays are my fave because I get to work with my Catalyst Crew!✨✨

Today we’ll be working on how to inject more of your personality into public speaking, and to turn off your presenter mode.

It’s been a hectic few months but putting myself together with the help of is a big part in getting me energized and motivated for the day.

This sweater and earrings from are giving me all the energy I need get through the day!

How do you get yourself energized and ready to show up? Let me know in the comments below👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

Vulnerability is a powerful tool for public speaking.

Swipe through to see why. ➡️

Stay tuned for Part II, What vulnerability is, and what it isn’t. 💬

P.S. I talk about this in Episode 8 of Oversharing with Rhonda. Have you listened? Link in bio to listen. 🎧

Motherhood is a major part of my identify, and like most mothers, it informs almost every decision and action in my life. It’s been over four years since I had my son and I am still transitioning. While everyone’s transition to motherhood may be different, it so important that mothers feel seen, held, and supported throughout their journey.

On tomorrow’s episode of Oversharing with Rhonda (), Motherhood transition coach and friend Stepha LaFond () discuss how to claim your joy in motherhood. Whether you are a mother, wanting to be a mother, or someone who wants to learn how to better support the mothers in their lives, this episode is for you. 

The episode drops tomorrow morning. Subscribe on iTunes or follow on Spotify so you won’t miss it! 

 

Check out the replay of Minda Harts and Rhonda Marie Khan on Secure The Seat Live!

Secure The Seat Live 2/8 Monday's guest is Rhonda Khan, Founder of Simply Speech Solutions. We will discuss what it takes to be a Paid Public Speaker. This episode of Secure The Seat...

Join Minda and I tomorrow at noon on Live!

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Join me and my special guest Founder of Simply Speech Solutions. On Monday at Noon ET on Secure The Seat Live we will discuss where the MONEY resides in Public Speaking. This episode is in Partnership with Linkedin News and their Conversation for Change Campaign. Link in bio.

         

Ease. That’s my word for the year.

We are taught that difficulty is a rite of passage to success and fulfillment—even a badge of honor:

“I worked HARD, but I…”

“It was HARD, but I…”

“Thanks, it was SO HARD”

What I’m realizing is that even the use of this word keeps us from feeling the joy, presence, and benefits of the success we aim to receive.

So this year, I’m rejecting the word “hard.”

I’m rejecting the culture of “hard.”

I’m rejecting the idea that in order to grow, accomplish, learn, and thrive, things have to be “hard.”

Instead, I’m embracing ease and finding ways to inject it into every aspect of my life.

And for every goal I set for this year, I’ve included the words “with ease.”

What’s your word for the year?

                         #2021