In this heartfelt episode of Flawless Conversations, host Tamika Jones sits down with Monica Bowens, licensed clinical social worker and professional Christian life coach, to explore the unseen emotional wounds that quietly shape our confidence, relationships, and purpose. With over 20 years of experience, Bowens shares compassionate insights on how unrecognized trauma can hide behind everyday stress, anxiety, and self-doubt and how awareness, journaling, and faith-based self-reflection can begin the healing journey. The discussion reveals how identifying inner narratives, practicing self-love, and reclaiming one’s worth are vital steps toward emotional freedom.

In this heartfelt episode of Flawless Conversations, host Tamika Jones sits down with Coach Rosie Thames, bestselling author, publisher, and founder of Coach Rosie’s Empire, to explore how mindset and courage can transform fear into purpose.Together, they uncover the hidden fears that keep aspiring authors from sharing their stories — from judgment and imposter syndrome to the myth of perfectionism. Rosie shares her own journey of loss, resilience, and faith, showing how writing became both healing and empowerment.

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• (00:01:07) - What Is the First Fear That Stoops You From Starting a Book
• (00:06:26) - "Vulnerability: A Memoir" by Amy Tan
• (00:06:42) - Daily Rituals for Writers
• (00:09:21) - FLAWLESS CONVERSATIONS
• (00:10:23) - How to Write a Book
• (00:14:08) - How To Write a Book
• (00:16:16) - Getting Help From Your Life Coach
• (00:17:24) - How to Write a Book in 9 Months
• (00:19:18) - How to Publish Your Book
• (00:23:08) - Flawless Conversations: Authentic Storytelling
• (00:24:04) - How to Write a Real Story
• (00:27:35) - Finding Your Authentic Voice
• (00:31:15) - Your Voice Is Your Own
• (00:32:14) - How to Balance Vulnerability and Truth in Your Story
• (00:35:31) - Flawless Conversations: What Happens After the Book is
• (00:36:40) - Writing a Book: Creating a Legacy
• (00:40:46) - What systems or strategies sustain influence?
• (00:42:00) - The Book of An Anthology
• (00:43:20) - What mindset helps authors see their book as the beginning, not the
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• (00:47:39) - Tameka Jones

Together, they dive deep into one of the most unexpected challenges leaders face — the fear of success. Why do we sometimes feel more afraid as we rise higher? Dr. Vaughn shares his own journey overcoming imposter syndrome, balancing confidence with vulnerability, and learning how authentic leadership begins with self-awareness.

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• (00:01:16) - Why Success Makes Leaders More Fearful
• (00:09:17) - The Importance of Elevation
• (00:10:59) - Flawless Conversations on NOW Media Television
• (00:12:04) - What Can Men and Women Professionals Do to Increase Opportunity?
• (00:16:14) - "Everything in this universe has a Purpose"
• (00:20:57) - What is one practical action that they can take to feel more ready
• (00:27:24) - How to Guide Leaders Through Personal Growth
• (00:32:53) - What is one daily habit that keeps leaders grounded while they're learning
• (00:36:51) - Flawless Conversations
• (00:38:08) - Why Do Leaders Feel So Lonely?
• (00:43:18) - Tamika On Being 'Flawless'
• (00:47:43) - Dante Vaughn's "
• (00:48:12) - Flawless Conversations: Fear and Confidence