Have you ever noticed how paying attention to the simplest things can completely shift your mood? It might be the sound of children playing and laughing in a park, the breeze blowing gently against your skin, or even enjoying good food. Oftentimes, when we slow down enough to pay attention, those little moments become powerful reminders of the beauty of life.

In today's episode, I’m flying solo and talking about gratitude, awe, and joy - everyday practices that can ground us, lift our spirits, and reconnect us to what matters most. I share some of my own reflections and practices that have helped me weave gratitude, awe, and joy in my everyday life. These practices aren’t big, complicated things - they’re small shifts that remind us to be present, to breathe, and to savor the moment.

Tune in and listen to the thirtieth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to explore how to create space for gratitude, awe, and joy in your own life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why constant exposure to negative news drains us, and how to reset by practicing being present (3:48)
• What it means to walk mindfully and the benefits that come with it [9:04]
• How practicing gratitude for things that we take for granted deepens our awareness (17:27)
• About a valuable lesson I learned from acupuncture (20:37)
• Why multitasking is a myth and how paying attention to one thing at a time brings more joy (25:37)
• How practicing gratitude, awe, and joy strengthens connection to inner wisdom (27:17)
• About a simple practice that helps you weave gratitude, awe, and joy into your daily routine (38:27)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Have you ever felt like some of your most defining qualities, qualities that are integral to who you are as a person, are viewed as barriers to success in the eyes of others? This is the reality for most Black men navigating the education system. Challenges like stereotyping, bias, and being part of a system that, at its core, wasn’t built with them in mind, are a reality and more often than not negatively impact the experiences of those students affected.

In today's episode, I continue my conversation with Danny L. Crumble, who shares more about his experiences as a Black male navigating education, starting from his early school days through to his graduate studies. Danny speaks candidly about confronting stereotypes, redefining his relationship with the attainment of knowledge, and how these and other lessons inform his work today with students in higher education. .

Tune in and listen to the twenty-ninth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear Danny’s inspiring perspective on equity, resilience, and reimagining education.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How stereotypes shaped Danny’s early education experience and how he navigated this (2:48)
• How Danny uses his own experiences to connect with his Black male students (11:46)
• How Danny challenges traditional academic theories and has incorporated outside sources that reflect diverse experiences into his work (17:26)
• How Danny compares his experience working in community college versus four-year universities (23:11)
• Danny’s morning routine and self-care practices that keep him grounded (29:57)
• How Danny guides students (and himself) through social media detoxes and finding balance in a digital world (32:07)
• Danny’s message to educators on shifting perceptions and asking better questions when it comes to supporting Black male students (37:55)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Have you ever faced a turning point that changed the entire course of your life? Sometimes the most upending life moments force us to ask who we are, what we value, and how we’ll choose to move forward. For most of us, the path towards our purpose isn’t a straight line, it’s a winding road filled with unexpected challenges, often followed by extraordinary breakthroughs.

In today's episode, I sit down with Danny L Crumble, a devoted father, community advocate, and first generation college graduate whose journey reflects grit, grace, and an unwavering commitment to education. From his early years growing up in Inglewood, to earning a master’s degree in counseling with a specialization in student development in higher education, Danny shares how he overcame adversity, leaned on intuition, and found strength through education.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-eighth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear a deeply authentic conversation about perseverance, healing, and the courage to create opportunities for others.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The graduate school concepts that shaped Danny’s holistic approach to supporting students (4:40)
• What school was like for Danny growing up, and how early experiences shaped his identity (6:53)
• How attending community college and university influenced Danny’s passion for advocacy (14:17)
• A personal tragedy that became the turning point toward healing and higher education for Danny (21:30)
• The leap of faith Danny took applying to grad school (27:03)
• How Danny knows when something aligns with his purpose (31:30)
• Danny’s advice for preserving joy and peace in a world that demands so much (40:05)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Have you ever felt a calling towards something, but the journey of answering the call seems too tedious, maybe even impossible, to make? To those of you who’ve answered the call, how did you navigate your journey? Where did you start? How did you motivate yourself to keep going? Who did you rely on for strength?

In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Kimberly Richardson, a board-certified primary care internist and Assistant Clinical Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Richardson shares her journey into medicine, the early influences that shaped her career and what keeps her going all these years later. She opens up about imposter syndrome, balancing work and family life, her aspirations for the next generation of medical professionals, and how her own lived experiences as a patient and a Black queer physician have shaped her advocacy for equity in healthcare.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-seventh episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear an inspiring story about resilience, self-belief, and the transformative power of listening in medicine (and in life).

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How a childhood visit to her pediatrician sparked Dr. Richardson’s lifelong dream to become a physician (3:48)
• What Dr. Richardson’s vision of a perfect healthcare system is (11:45)
• How Dr. Richardson overcame imposter syndrome as a chief resident (14:40)
• The lessons that Dr. Richardson tries to pass down to the next generation of doctors (20:11)
• How Dr. Richardson cares for others whilst also remembering to care for herself (25:47)
• How Dr. Richardson’s lived experience has shaped her advocacy for equity in healthcare (30:03)
• Dr. Richardson’s advice for anyone navigating their own journey towards purpose or calling (43:20)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Have you ever felt like life was moving forward while you were standing still? Perhaps you’ve been through grief, painful transitions, or instances of questioning your purpose. These uncomfortable in-between moments can feel uncertain, maybe even isolating, but they also hold potential for deep transformation.

In today's episode, I sit down with Tracie Rosser-Green, a first-time author whose memoir honours the legacy of her parents while exploring her own path through grief, illness, and self discovery. Tracie shares how her family’s strength, faith, and love carried her through, and how writing became both an act of healing as well as a way for her to reconnect with herself.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-sixth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to discover how Tracie turned years of loss into a lasting legacy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What Tracie’s life looked like before her transformative journey (4:39)
• How an unexpected Mother’s Day writing prompt planted the seed for Tracie’s book (6:05)
• How divine timing brought Tracie’s publisher into her life (7:44)
• Why writing a memoir was both healing and emotionally challenging for Tracie (16:55)
• What Tracie discovered about herself in the process of writing her book (24:18)
• How the trauma of a difficult marriage triggered Tracie’s health challenges and how she finally found healing (32:09)
• The advice Tracie has for anyone who has their own story to share but doesn’t know where to start (43:44)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

KP Publishing Company

Optimistic Life: Lessons in Love, Loss, and Loyalty by Tracie Rosser-Green

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Sometimes the path to our purpose isn’t clear or easy. It twists through doubt, reinvention, unexpected detours, and, all the while, your resilience continues to grow. Pursuing a passion, especially as a minority, in the face of industry pressures and personal struggles requires more than talent. In these moments, it’s of utmost importance that you stay rooted in who you are, even when everything around you is trying to change you.

In today's episode, I sit down with Ranella Ferrer, a soulful powerhouse, vocal coach, and artist who shares how music became both her anchor and her launching pad. We talk about everything from her dream stage (spoiler, it’s on top of a mountain), what it’s like to date while in the spotlight, negative self-doubt in a competitive, judgemental industry, and the discipline it takes to live a life that honors your calling. Ranella opens up about the pain of being separated from her mother for years, the lessons she learned from being on Khloe Kardashian’s Revenge Body, and the unshakeable faith that’s carried her through it all.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-fifth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear how Ranella continues to defy expectations, not by chasing perfection, but by staying connected to her truth, purpose, and the music that’s always led the way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The moment Ranella realized music was her calling (2:51)
• What Ranella learned about identity and representation as a Filipino-American in the music industry (11:32)
• The emotional shift behind Ranella’s success story on Revenge Body (26:01)
• Why Ranella has tried to walk away from the business many times and what has brought her back (33:39)
• What Ranella hopes other young women of color can take from her story (44:16)
• About some of the moments she experienced that shaped who she is today (47:58)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

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Life doesn’t always move in a straight line. Often, our path twists through pain, unexpected challenges, and moments that force us to question who we are and what we’re meant to do. These experiences, although difficult, can also become the very ground from which purpose and compassion grow.

In today's episode, I sit down with Mary E. White, founder of Mary E. White Ministries, whose life is a powerful testament to resilience, faith, and saying yes to a higher calling. From growing up in a home shadowed by abuse, to defying medical predictions about her health, to balancing motherhood, full-time work, and multiple degrees, Mary’s story traces how moments of personal struggle ultimately shaped her passion for helping other women heal.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-fourth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to discover how obstacles can become invitations to listen more deeply to yourself and reconnect with your purpose.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Mary discovered her true identity (2:17)
• Mary’s path that shaped her passion for wanting to do more for women (8:57)
• What Mary’s experience was like starting a nonprofit and raising a family (14:17)
• The guides that Mary leaned on to encourage her and support her mission (15:43)
• Some of the obstacles that Mary faced starting her ministry (28:47)
• What the most meaningful rewards have been for Mary when it comes to starting her ministry (41:10)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org
• Mary E. White Ministries: www.maryewhiteministries.com
• Mary E. White Ministries Facebook: www.facebook.com/maryewhiteministries/
• Mary E. White Ministries Instagram: www.instagram.com/mewministries/
• Mary’s Email: contactus@maryewhiteministries.com

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Our purpose in life can sometimes feel clear and steady, and other times life moves us out of our comfort zones, either gently or with full force. The truth is, we’re often faced with navigating change without a clear roadmap. In these moments, we may feel lost, but they can also become opportunities to reflect, grow, and reimage our future.

In today's episode, I explore the “space between the shifts” - that uncertain space where restlessness, fear, and aimless drifting begin to surface. Through personal stories about my career, relationships, and inner world, I walk you through my emotional state at the time in hopes of helping you see how obstacles can be viewed as invitations for you to listen more deeply to yourself.

Tune in and listen to the twenty-third episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to learn how best to navigate the space between the shifts.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What ‘the space between the shifts signifies (1:03)
• Why restlessness might be your soul asking for something more (4:13)
• Why drifting differs from laziness, and why this matters (12:09)
• How inertia shows up and how to move through it (13:09)
• Three powerful questions to help you reconnect with your purpose (29.32)

Resources

The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell

The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers

Freedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen Charron

Let's connect!

• My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.com
• Mentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.org
• Mentor: www.mentoring.org
• Ashoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.