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E24 - The Hollywood Natural Hair Whisperer ft. Felicia Leatherwood Nov 08, 2018

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Welcome to the SuperpowHer Podcast: We sat down with Felicia Leatherwood, a celebrity hairstylist also known as "The Natural Hair Whisperer, with clients such as Issa Rae and Nicole Ari Parker.

Felicia travels the world guiding women in loving themselves and hair from inside out.

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In this episode, we discuss:

● How some black childhood hair traditions are torturous, how that shaped her passion for natural hair care and empowerment.

● What to do for newly naturals: Big Chop vs. Retraining hair

● Products, Do's and Don'ts that every naturalista needs to know

● Protective styles, and how to grow your hair and edges back

● How sugar impacts your hair & what your hair reveals about your lifestyle, plus much more!

Products Mentioned:

Felicia's Detangling Brush

Ion Shampoo and Conditioner: good for colored hair Blueberry Bliss Reparative Leave-in Conditioner from Curlz: great leave in conditioner, heat protectant Bonita Afro Balm Texture Cream by The Doux: moisturizer and twist out cream for texture 3C, 4 A/B/C hair Don't Shrink Elongating Curling Gel by Aunt Jackie - gel to control frizz - 3 A/B/C O Gel by Evolving Textures - great gel for Locs

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SUPERPOWER - su·per·pow·er

noun: It's what makes you special and gives you the power to produce extraordinary results

"I believe in leveraging every personal and professional experience by learning your lessons and making your pain pay you back!" - Deya Direct

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E23 - Time to Move Out or Up: ft. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Oct 29, 2018

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Welcome to the SuperpowHer Podcast: We sat down with Keisha Lance Bottoms, the Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia, for EBONY Magazine to talk about her decision to run, how her spirituality factored into that choice, balancing family and what she wants for the city of Atlanta.

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In this episode, we discuss:

Changing the narratives that other's put on you
How God has a larger plan for our lives
How she defines her superpower
How she uses soft power to help her negotiate in politics.
How she juggles leadership, family and self-care.

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SUPERPOWER - su·per·pow·ernoun: It's what makes you special and gives you the power to produce extraordinary results

I believe in leveraging every personal and professional experience by learning your lessons and making your pain pay you back!

- Deya Direct

THANK YOU to our Sponsors

Failure Is Fuel
Soft Is the New Power
Well Being Trust - Well Being Trust is a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social and spiritual health of the nation.

E22- Believe Bigger: Pushing into Your Purpose with Marshawn Evans Daniels Oct 24, 2018

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Welcome to the SuperpowHer Podcast: Today we sit down with Marshawn Evans Daniels, a powerful speaker, coach, branding expert and author of the fabulous new book Believe BIGGER.

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In this episode, we discuss:

How she managed to get up and back together after leaving her million-dollar business for a soul-crushing breakup.
Seeking counseling, leaning into prayer and the art of reinventing yourself after painful experiences.
Marshawn gives her tips on how to shift, push beyond comfort zones and align your life for the next level of greatness.

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SUPERPOWER - su·per·pow·ernoun: It's what makes you special and gives you the power to produce extraordinary results

I believe in leveraging every personal and professional experience by learning your lessons and making your pain pay you back! - Deya Direct

THANK YOU to our Sponsors

Failure Is Fuel
Soft Is the New Power
Well Being Trust - Well Being Trust is a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social and spiritual health of the nation.

E21 - In My Feelings: How To Fall In Love With Taking Care Of Yourself Oct 19, 2018

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Dr. Robin Henderson, Clinical Liaison for Well Being Trust and Providence St. Joseph Health joins Deya for an in-depth and open conversation about the struggles we all face to take care of ourselves. You'll learn what self-care really is, ways to practice self-care, and the consequences if you don't practice it.

Key Takeaways: Self Care practices come from past learned behavior:

Comes from a society where self-care in women is not a priority, women learn from a young age that "women" take of others first then self
Dr. Robin -"but taking care of ourselves gives us the ability to take care of others"

What happens when your brain is overloaded?

Napping and breaks needed are for better retention
We get irritable, short-tempered, say and do things we wouldn't usually do, exhausted, tired, not prepared

Negative Self Talk

Negative thoughts overpower positive thought
Negative self-talk - cognitive distortion- we hear 5 positive things and one negative and all focus on negativity
Negativity comes from insecurity
Most have a lifetime of negativity - like bullies vs. positive interactions
Self-affirmations are a vital part of blocking the negativity
Blocks out the repetition of negative self-talk- retrains brain structure

How do u know if you need more support?

If negativity interferes with life, missing work, can't get out of bed, sad constantly, cant lift up, never feel worth then the issue is deeper
History of abuse and trauma usually need more like therapy - from family issues to traumatic events like tornadoes/car accident, all events add up

Positivity starts within self - you have to do what makes you happy - colors, exercise, food can all be things done to create positivity within oneself and

Social media affects the brain emotionally
Constant comparison causes depression, breakdowns, loss of skills

PTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder:

It's not just war; it can be child abuse, bullying, a bad relationship, accident or anything that creates a stressor . No one knows your story but you.
Use experiences to grow and move on. Part of what makes you, you - gives you strength
Resilience makes the difference - bouncing back from traumatic events.

Emotional intelligence – "where I end and you begin"

Seeing a person who is acting out and thinking deeper about the cause for the action without anger and fear
Is suicide happening more now - or more talked about now? We need more healthy conversations talking about it more
Medicaid expansion - not in every state - but resources there which covers mental health - academic institutions with counseling center - churches - hospitals - clinics – are all resources

This episode was brought to you by Well Being Trust, a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social and spiritual health of the nation. Make sure you to grab a notebook and share with your girlfriends so you don't miss any of these gems. Don't forget to follow @SuperpowHer and @DeyaDirect on IG! Enjoy, share, review and comment, we love to hear from you.

E20 -The Beauty of Transparency with Pat Smith, Part 2 Oct 10, 2018

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In the second part of this fascinating interview, Pat Smith dives deeper into her path of transparency with host Deya Direct!. Pat reveals more about the highs and low's of Hollywood, her journey into marriage the second time around, ministry and the life-changing moment of her calling. Deya also makes a confession about her calling. Key Takeaways: [2:34] We pick up where we left of talking about rejection, insecurity, frustration and finally FORGIVENESS in relationships. Sometimes you get mad at yourself when things don't work out. Pat argues "It's not always about the other people, we've got to forgive ourselves first to be released" [3:15] We discover how Pat's craving to be in a "safe place" and how her sister Pam encouraged her to get closer to God in her toughest moments and how it was one of the most divine 2nd chance moments of her life. "If somebody's not quite there, don't give up on them, keep planting the seeds" She learned about how deep God's love was for her despite feelings of unworthiness and stupidly at her actions, "He still loves me, he's still got me, he can still use me" [10:30] We begin to learn about her pathway to ministry and she shares her testimony. Knowing God's value will allow all of the hurt, disappointment, shame, etc to not keep you down. Pat's Testimony: "God will take your misery and turn it into ministry." [11:55] Accepting the call to Ministry was not an easy task, it was filled with self doubt, but through that Pat knew she valued the safe place she found with her good friend Sheree Smith (now Fletcher) in her time of need after leaving Martin. "I have a specific heart for women because I know what it's like to walk out of the door of a very 'safe place', you think.....from the sense of security, but she (Sheree) really provided me a safe place- security, where I could cry and heal without judgement or shame" Pat explains that before she was called to ministry, she was called to help women. [16:45] From the outside looking in, Pat's life can seem perfect, but she wants us to know that not only is that not true, it's bothersome. "That's probably one of my pet peeves, when people pre-judge me because it takes away my battle wounds, it takes away my journey, and the ability for me to help inspire you. [18:20] The level of transparency that Pat's adopted recently is new for her, she shares how she got comfortable, why it was necessary and what the result was. "It takes so much energy and effort to fake it, to pretend, rather than to be yourself" Over time, she learned that creating the "knight in shining armor" persona for your partner is a slippery slope. Then Deya drops this gem..."Everybody wants the testimony, but no one wants the test" - DD [28:37] Before closing out Pat tells us about the ups and downs of living life with someone in the spotlight from NFL Superstar to Dancing With The Stars and easy it is to lose yourself and how jealousy can show up in your spirit simply because you aren't living in your truth and purpose. "Men can choose themselves...I gave up things he didn't even ask me to give up" DD "When God pushed me out of my truth, I realized it's really powerful to be transparent" PS [38:00] Getting permission to share your truth is important, Pat had to talk to Emmitt, Martin and event her Bonus Daughter Mom before she was able to share her truths in her book, Second Chances. "A testimony out of season can be dangerous" PS Pat and Deya share their experiences in getting comfortable sharing their ministry and Pat prophetically gives encouragement to Deya on sharing her ministry. Deya remembers God saying to her "I didn't bring you through this to destroy you, I did it to redirect you" DD [44:30] So, what has marriage taught Pat about herself?? That you have to WORK at it! "Don't wait til the care breaks down to take it in for service, keep your marriage serviced." Also, she didn't have all 5 kids by herself, so it's important to share your wants, needs, and desires with your partner. "It has to be a partnership" This episode was brought to you by Well Being Trust, a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social and spiritual health of the nation Make sure you to grab a notebook and share with your girlfriends so you don't miss any of these gems. WATCH the latest episode on YouTube!

E19 - The Beauty of Transparency with Pat Smith Part 1 Oct 03, 2018

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This may be one of Pat Smith's most candid interviews. Deya Direct sits down with the mom of 5 to talk about her path of learning to choose herself, how she survived divorce to comedian Martin Lawrence in the public eye, discovering her ministry, and so much more. Key Takeaways: [2:35] Pat and Deya share the significance of a podcast like SuperpowHer to give women to share their commonalities, good and bad and know that you are not alone. [5:35] We discover Deya & Pat's shared experience in the Beauty Pageant world and Pat shares here resilience in pushing through the stereotypes, not being "the look" and the loss of her mother before competing in the Miss USA pageant. [10:54] Another shared experience...working in Politics as young women on the east coast. [12:47] The Power to Choose Yourself - Pat shares her experience after becoming First Runner Up at the Miss USA pageant and how she had to decide to make the next moves for herself, not for love [18:00] Martin...In the House! For those that don't know Pat was married to Martin Lawrence prior to NFL Hall of Fame player, Emmitt Smith. We learn how they met and fell fast for each other. [24:43] When Love Is Not Enough "We did not look at this as a long-term partnership" Pat shares of her marriage to Martin Lawrence and how important it is to be equally yoked in value, principles, children, finances, travel, budgeting "it's those finite things that get you in your marriage" -PS At the end of the day, you are left wondering "Do we like each other?" [30:15] Pat shares her story of success despite a failed marriage because she and Martin genuinely were friends and still co-parent their child to this day. "Good things can come out of a bad situation" -PS STAY TUNED for Part 2 when Pat Smith shares her Journey to Self Love! This episode was brought to you by Well Being Trust, a national foundation dedicated to advancing the mental, social and spiritual health of the nation Make sure you to grab a notebook and share with your girlfriends so you don't miss any of these gems. Enjoy, share, review and comment, we love to hear from you.

E18 - Mindset of a Mogul with Mahisha Dellinger, Owner of Curls Sep 19, 2018

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Taking control of your destiny is easier said than done, but that's exactly what entrepreneur and OWN TV's Mahisha Dellinger did. As a 'chameleon', Mahisha has learned to adapt, grow and to understand that sometimes, change is overwhelming (and that's okay). Deya and Mahisha also discuss postpartum depression and how to Mind Your Business. Key Takeaways: [3:04] Mahisha shares how and why she started Curls Inc and how she switched gears from being an employee to an employer. [4:06] Learn Mahisha's game plan to make the transition and how she did her due diligence to find the most viable business she could start. "Only thing I learned from corporate American about running a business is that you have to be agile, you have to be swift and you also have to have a plan, that's what I learned from Intel." - MD "That's the piece of being an entrepreneur, know what you don't know and hire someone who knows it" -MD [5:56] How you start your business without capital up front and the importance of living you below your means and reinvesting the money your business generates for the first 3 years. "I had to start small and that caused me to learn the business inside and out" - MD "It caused me to be smart about every dollar I earned because potentially if I would have gotten it all early on, I potentially could have misspent it. I learned a lot about managing money and I shifted my perspective about money during those early years" - MD "I wanted it so desperately and I believed in it, so I was willing to take that chance" - MD [7:40} KEEP YOUR DAY JOB! Use your corporate job to finance your business funding. [9:18] Learn how to market your business, you have to go where the customer is. "When you're a brand new business, you have to let people experience it" -MD [10:27] Mahisha's daily routine and how it enabled her to achieve the goal of building Curls. "I had a full-time day that I split in half between 2 jobs" -MD [11:54] Building a successful business is great, but how does is affect our family life and what type of support do you need? [14:00] Mahisha shares her struggle with postpartum depression "I had to seek help in 2 forms, prayer, and therapy" - MD [16:45] So, how has curls grown over the years and what that "big break" moment? [19:00] Decision fatigue is real and self-care is important, so learn how to "work hard, play hard" successfully! [21:38] Tips to pitch your business from Mahisha 1. Know what you're asking for and how much equity you are willing to give up 2. Know what you are going to use the money for and how quickly you'll be able to pay it back 3. Know your numbers! [23:22] Black Girls Making Millions Academy is announced! [24:24] Power word for today is GROWTH "Baby steps are still steps in your growth process" - DD Stay encouraged! This episode was brought to you by Soft Is The New Power & Failure Is Fuel by Deya Direct!, be sure to grab your copy today! Make sure you to grab a notebook and share with your girlfriends so you don't miss any of these gems. You can WATCH the full podcast here. Enjoy, review, share, and comment, we love to hear from you!

E17- Using Your Glory & Story to Make a Difference with NFL Power Couple Sherice and Tim Brown. Sep 07, 2018

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Deya sits down with NFL power couple and Dallas Philanthropists Sherice and Tim Brown on this week's episode. The Brown's reveal how to dodge temptation (and cheating), staying true to your identity in the limelight; and they also reveal their latest philanthropic work with Big Brothers, Big Sisters.

Key Takeaways:

[2:20] - Sherice shares her testimony and how she learned that the pain is part of her purpose.

[7:52] - There is no "look" to pain and life experiences. Sherice has been told "to look at you, you don't seem like you've been through anything" Deya shares the reality that what's going on in the inside vs how it looks on the outside is not always the same....we can cover it up and make it look however we want.

[8:40] - Learn more about the Big Brother, Big Sisters Gala in October and how to get involved.

[13:04] - Tim & Sherice share their Love Story.

"I loved her before I met her, I say that because I knew what I wanted" Tim Brown

"I knew that she was a confident woman and she didn't need me to be there patting her on the back the whole time" Tim Brown

[15:09] Tim shares his testimony of getting saved "I got to the point where I couldn't look myself in the mirror because I knew I wasn't doing what God wanted me to do" Tim Brown

[17:20] Deya and Tim share relationship insights on how women can position themselves to attract their perfect partner.

"You don't have to chase a man because when a man knows, he knows" Deya Direct

"The scariest thing for a man is a woman that wants to get married" Tim Brown

[18:28] - Sherice shares the challenges of being in a public relationship and Tim shares what causes men to cheat!

"I would always love God more than I love her...God will never give you the ok to do that" Tim Brown

"Temptation is still temptation, even when you love God" Deya Direct

22:12 - Not falling for the temptation can be tricky. Tim shares a story about a persistent young woman that he had to resist.

"Sometimes you have to recognize who the devil is...sometimes she's 5'5", 125 pounds with that long black hair" Tim Brown

24:25 - Life as an athlete and letting go to walk into your new season. It's important to not let ego take you away from your purpose.

36:35 - What is your SuperpowHer? Both Tim and Sherice share that their SuperpowHer is "Faith in God"

To get more info on how you can support Big Brothers, Big Sisters here in the Lone Star State, visit Bbbstx.org

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E16 - On the Run: Break-free from your Internal Shackles Aug 30, 2018

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Superpowher Host & Life-Coach Deya interrupts the regularly scheduled program and gets direct about her own Testimony & Superpower like never before; covering everything from suicide attempt to being a boss woman. She redefines running for your life!

E15 - Born to Fight with Yodit Tewolde Aug 25, 2018

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She gives new meaning to PYT, we call her "Powerful Yodit Tewolde!" Yodit is a nationally-renowned criminal defense attorney and TV legal analyst whose superpower is to pursue anything that scares her. In this episode we cover everything from social justice, social media, self-care, to the guilty pleasures of reality TV.

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