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Life is filled with challenges, and sometimes we can't face them alone. We all need someone to lean on, especially when things get tough. Friendship is about showing up for each other in the most vulnerable moments, offering support, and being a steady presence when everything else feels uncertain.
In this episode with my good friend and Soror, Dr. Suleika Michel, we will explore the importance of friendship and the deep connections that help us through challenging times. Together, we'll reflect on our decades-long friendship, share how Suleika supported me during my divorce journey, and explore what it truly means to be a good friend.
Song of the week: Count on Me by Whitney Houston and CeCe Winans (Waiting to Exhale Soundtrack)
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(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:00:15) Welcome to Your nEXt Chapter Podcast
(00:01:03) Advertisement: This episode is sponsored by TfalandChi Coaching and Consulting, LLC. Dr. Toyin Falusi Nwafor empowers women through career transitions and wellness. Reach her at [email protected] and visit www.tfalandchi.com.
(00:03:00) Who is Dr. Suleika Michel?
(00:04:20) Count on me
(00:12:18) How can I be a supportive friend?
(00:16:06) Building a strong prayer life
(00:25:53) Moment of laughter
(00:31:03) Nicole’s Next Chapter
(00:35:43) Take the next step
(00:37:20) Connect with Dr. Suleika MichelKey Takeaways:
"Quality in friendship is much more important than quantity."
Episode Sponsor
This episode is sponsored by TfalandChi Coaching and Consulting, LLC. Founder, Dr. Toyin Falusi Nwafor, is a career transitions and wellness coach who specializes in empowering women to excel as their true, authentic selves. Contact Dr. Toyin via email ([email protected]) and be sure to visit the website: www.tfalandchi.com. Make sure you tell her Dr. Nicole sent you!
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Join our community to be the first to hear about exciting announcements and opportunities to connect.About Dr. Suleika Michel
Dr. Suleika Just-Buddy Michel, a board-certified OB/GYN with 20 years of experience, is dedicated to educating females about their bodies. As the first African-American partner in her practice, she advocates for minimally invasive surgery and is a skilled DaVinci robotic surgeon.Connect with Dr. Suleika
Web: https://www.drsuleikamichel.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/drsuleikamichel/FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrSuleikaMichel/Book: https://www.amazon.com/WiseTeenz-Faith-Based-Health-Education-Girls/dp/1644840413About Your Host
Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception and loss. A recovering perfectionist and the proverbial “strong friend”, Dr. Nicole experienced a transformational journey of healing by embracing vulnerability and discovering the power of her community. Rooted in her faith, Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE! -
We all go through life's messiness, and some of us try our very best to make things work, giving all our effort until it consumes us. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Surrender holds a power beyond our own efforts. When we choose to surrender, we allow ourselves to step back, not from our responsibilities, but from the pressure to force outcomes that may not be aligned with our true path.
In this episode with Coach Melissa Brown, we'll unpack the intricacies of surrender and what it truly means to release our grip on the outcomes we envision. Melissa sheds light on the journey of letting go and aligning our goals with a higher purpose.
Song of the week: I Surrender All (Ricky Dillard & New G)
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(00:00:00) Episode Snippet(00:01:25) Our first guest, Coach Melissa Brown(00:03:04) A journey of faith, healing, and purpose(00:10:19) The anatomy of a decision(00:14:21) Letting go of silent agreements(00:17:33) Why is surrender key to stepping into the next chapter? (00:21:21) Surrender is a daily practice(00:25:34) Trusting God’s will in marriage(00:28:40) How Coach Melissa’s nEXt Chapter inspires her work with women(00:32:17) Healing takes courage(00:36:43) Connect with Coach Melissa BrownJoin our community to be the first to hear about exciting announcements and opportunities to connect.
About Melissa Brown:
Melissa Brown is an ordained minister, licensed therapist, and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience listening to God and taking risks. She is on a mission to help women who are up to big things in the world to experience the personal success that can match what they have achieved in their professional careers. She founded Soul Love so that women might come back into alignment with who they are on every level, especially when life and relationships become challenging and out of balance.
Connect with Melissa
Web: www.soullovecoach.comIG: www.instagram.com/soullovecoachFB: web.facebook.com/lifecoachmelissabrownEmail: [email protected]
About Your HostDr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception and loss. A recovering perfectionist and the proverbial “strong friend”, Dr. Nicole experienced a transformational journey of healing by embracing vulnerability and discovering the power of her community. Rooted in her faith, Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!
Connect with Dr. Nicole!
Web: https://yournextchapter.coIG: www.instagram.com/yournextchapter_co FB: www.facebook.com/yournextchapter.co Email: [email protected]
Your nEXt Chapter podcast explores the challenges and triumphs women face as they reclaim joy, reimagine the future and redefine their identity after divorce and other unexpected life transitions. Join Dr. Nicole as she shares insights from her journey as a high-achieving professional woman navigating divorce while walking in her Christian faith. -
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The idea of "worth" is something that touches all of our lives, but what does it really mean? At its simplest, worth refers to how valuable we believe ourselves to be. However, many of us carry beliefs shaped by our upbringing and experiences that can distort this sense of value. When we challenge these beliefs that fuel our scarcity mindset, we open ourselves to the idea that we deserve abundance in all areas of our lives. Embracing our worth enables us to take risks, pursue our passions, and demand the respect and love we deserve.
In this episode, I’ll share a transformative journey that reshaped my understanding of worthiness, scarcity, and self-value. After returning from an incredible retreat, I felt compelled to share insights that taught me to honor my own worth—something I realized I’d often undervalued. As I continue on this path, I’m more aware than ever of the importance of a mindset rooted in abundance and self-respect. By choosing to value myself, I hope to inspire others to recognize that we are all deserving of the best—not just in special moments, but in how we live every day.
Song of the week: Worthy by India.Arie
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(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:00:08) Welcome to Your nEXt Chapter Podcast
(00:01:39) Everyone of us is worthy
(00:04:25) My Facebook post about reclaiming my worth
(00:06:14) Why I'm frugal
(00:12:13) How my parents’ divorce shaped my view of worthiness
(00:15:13) Unpacking holiday memories
(00:17:25) Overcoming the fear of wanting more
(00:20:04) The impact of a scarcity mindset on my marriage
(00:23:40) What is the scarcity mindset?
(00:25:42) How I learned to embrace luxury
(00:27:20) Follow us on social mediaKey Takeaways:
"When you believe that money, love, joy, or happiness are limited, you move through life with fear and a focus on lack, often settling for cheaper experiences."
"When you have these deep-seated beliefs, they govern how you move through life."Join our Community
Join our community to be the first to hear about exciting announcements and opportunities to connect.About Your Host
Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023 she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception and loss. A recovering perfectionist and the proverbial “strong friend”, Dr. Nicole experienced a transformational journey of healing by embracing vulnerability and discovering the power of her community. Rooted in her faith, Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!Let’s Connect!
Website: https://yournextchapter.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournextchapter_co
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/yournextchapter.co
Email: [email protected]Your nEXt Chapter podcast explores the challenges and triumphs women face as they reclaim joy, reimagine the future and redefine their identity after divorce and other unexpected life transitions. Join Dr. Nicole as she shares insights from her journey as a high-achieving professional woman navigating divorce while walking in her Christian faith.
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Your nEXt Chapter podcast explores the challenges and triumphs women face as they reclaim joy, reimagine the future and redefine their identity after divorce and other unexpected life transitions. Join Dr. Nicole as she shares insights from her journey as a high-achieving professional woman navigating divorce while walking in her Christian faith.
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Life is never perfect. It may look perfect at times, but it can never truly be that way. There will always be ups and downs, challenges, and unexpected turns. For me, it was divorce. For you, it may be something else. When reality comes knocking at your door, it's important to find a safe place to be vulnerable. Often, we view vulnerability as a sign of weakness rather than strength, but when you truly see its importance, you realize that vulnerability can be your superpower.
Embracing vulnerability means accepting that it’s okay not to have everything figured out and trusting that God can turn ashes into beauty. Even when we feel shame or guilt about our failures, it’s essential to find a safe space to express our feelings and share our hearts. Remember, every challenge we overcome is a testament to our resilience and God’s wonderful grace in our lives. Our testimony will soon be our legacy and a guide for others who are walking down the path we once traveled.
In this first episode, I share about the power of testimony and how our stories can shape our nEXt chapters. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to explore your feelings and know that you are not alone. I’ll be sharing my own experiences and inviting guests who have also walked through tough times. We will work our way through the learnings and tools to set us up for a better future. Thank you for being here and taking this first step with me! I’m excited to see where this journey takes us, and I can’t wait to hear your stories, too. nExt chapter, here we come!Song of the week: “Testimony” by Anthony Brown & group therAPy
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(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:00:15) Welcome to Your nEXt Chapter Podcast
(00:01:50) Why did I start a podcast?
(00:03:41) Meet Dr. Nicole
(00:05:26) The power of sharing
(00:07:19) Vulnerability is my superpower
(00:10:39) Honoring my mother’s legacy
(00:12:15) Healing through music
(00:14:42) Power in my testimony
(00:17:17) More than a podcast
(00:19:30) Allow people to care for you
(00:20:33) What to expect
(00:21:51) What is a nEXt chapter?
(00:23:24) Be our podcast guestJoin our Community
Join our community to be the first to hear about exciting announcements and opportunities to connect.About Your Host
Dr. Nicole is a pediatrician, the owner of a successful healthcare consulting company, a riveting keynote and TEDx speaker, and the mom of two beautiful young adult daughters. From the outside, she appeared to have it all. But in 2023, she faced the most difficult challenge of her life- ending a 28-year marriage and navigating heartbreak, deception, and loss. A recovering perfectionist and the proverbial “strong friend,” Dr. Nicole experienced a transformational journey of healing by embracing vulnerability and the power of her community. Rooted in her faith, Dr. Nicole is committed to creating a safe space where other women who have experienced a “divine disruption” can heal, recover, and THRIVE!Follow us on Social Media:
Website: https://yournextchapter.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournextchapter_co
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yournextchapter.co
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Your nEXt Chapter podcast explores the challenges and triumphs women face as they reclaim joy, reimagine the future and redefine their identity after divorce and other unexpected life transitions. Dr. Nicole shares insights from her journey as a high-achieving professional woman navigating divorce while walking in her Christian faith. Meaningful conversations with experts, thought leaders and women who are thriving in spite of life’s challenges will both captivate and empower listeners. No one should enter their nEXt Chapter alone. Dr Nicole makes sure you don’t have to.
