Be Freaking Awesome Podcast

Be Freaking Awesome Podcast

Living a freaking awesome life is achievable for everyone. Angela Belford and her daughter, Sami Kinnison, join together to provide practical applications to level up your success, business, and life, in a freaking awesome way.

EP65 Talking to Kids about Death with Dr. Mekel Harris

April 18, 2023 | EPISODE 65

Welcome to Be Freaking Awesome! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mekel Harris, a licensed psychologist with a long-standing career in mental health, to explore the topic of navigating tough conversations with kids about grief, death, and loss.
 
Dr. Harris shares her insights and experience on how to approach difficult conversations about death and loss with children in a way that is compassionate, empathetic, and age-appropriate. She discusses the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for children to express their emotions and feelings about loss, as well as providing guidance on how to respond to their questions and concerns.
 
Throughout the conversation, Dr. Harris emphasizes the value of holistic well-being in the process of navigating tough conversations about loss with kids. She touches on the different ways that grief can manifest in children and how parents can help their kids cope with their emotions and develop resilience in the face of loss.
 
Even if you don’t have kids you interact with regularly, much of the advice and inspiring anecdotes can help adults navigate loss in a kind, compassionate, and grace-filled way. Join us and discover how you can navigate tough conversations about death.

Bio:
Dr. Mekel Harris is a Memphis-based licensed psychologist who loves helping other perfectly imperfect folks navigate life’s challenges in order to grow in lifestyle, love, leadership, and loyalties to God, self, and others.

Find her online at mekelharrisphd.com or on Instagram @drmekel.

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EP94 The Seven Core Beliefs Part 2: I Trust Myself, I Have What it Takes, I Belong, and I am Enough

EP94 The Seven Core Beliefs Part 2: I Trust Myself, I Have What it Takes, I Belong, and I am Enough

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This week Angela finishes up walking us through the last 4 beliefs of the Seven Core Beliefs while Sami travels back home from Europe, so buckle up for an enlightening journey as we unpack the importance of self-love, and the profound impact it has on our relationships with others. Drawing from my own experiences and the infectious self-love of my grandbabies, we’ll explore how our childhood interpretations can skew our perceptions of our own lovability.

EP93 The Seven Core Beliefs Part 1: I am Lovable, I am Worthy, and I am Valuable

EP93 The Seven Core Beliefs Part 1: I am Lovable, I am Worthy, and I am Valuable

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Today’s episode is just Angela! As Sami is off traveling Europe, Angela will welcome us to a 2 part transformative journey that’ll shake your core beliefs and reshape your reality. Ever felt unlovable, unworthy, or invaluable? Learn to flip the script and embrace your inherent loveability, worthiness, and value. Inspired by giants like Tony Robbins and Jack Canfield, we’ll help you liberate yourself from the negative thought patterns holding you back.

EP92 Frighteningly Good Family Business

EP92 Frighteningly Good Family Business

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Imagine the unique challenges of running a family business. In this episode, we explore the intricate interplay of family dynamics within the business world, a realm where more than 70% of American enterprises operate.

We share our stories of success and adversity, the highs and lows, as we balance the demands of business with the bonds of family. Building a thriving business is challenging in itself, and when you factor in family relationships, it becomes a distinct set of challenges.

EP91 Lessons from the Past: Storytime with Angela

EP91 Lessons from the Past: Storytime with Angela

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Step back in time and explore the childhood of one of our hosts. Picture a ninth-grade student from a disrupted family, clutching an eviction notice, embarking on a nine-mile journey back home. This poignant moment serves as a prelude to a tale of resilience, strength, and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. Join us as we delve into this inspiring narrative, marked not only by adversity but also by a profound sense of belonging and identity.