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This week on The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné welcomes a guest whose story embodies the paradox of fragile resilience and the triumph of wounded healing in the face of unimaginable pain and trauma. In Part 1 of this 2-part segment, the guest recounts her experiences from a tender age, facing sexual abuse at the hands of her three uncles, alongside her sister and male cousin. She discusses her mother's indifference towards her and her sister, and the enduring effects it had on them, shaping their lives in innumerable ways. In spite of these monumental adversities, Eboné's guest tenaciously clung to a bittersweet optimism, never losing sight of her determination to transcend her pain and discover a purpose in life.  Listen, engage, and join Eboné as she explores the power of hope, healing, and resilience on The Professional Homegirl Podcast.   Connect:  @thephgpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, Eboné welcomes a guest who takes us on a journey of resilience and self-discovery. Ten years ago, she experienced what she thought was the worst headache of her life, but little did she know, it was a ruptured brain aneurysm. She opens up about the challenges she faced during her recovery, the lessons she learned about the importance of listening to her body, and how she coped with survivor's guilt after losing her mother to the same condition. Get ready to be inspired by her story and empowered to take charge of your health.   Connect:  @thephgpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Professional Homegirl Podcast is an informative podcast that interviews women anonymously who have survived addictions and overcame generational curses and a multitude of life lessons. This podcast aims to show the range of women of color living full lives that they have worked to have.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2, my guest shares her thoughts on banning guns, if her relationship with God changed since her husband's death, and what she would say to her husband if she can speak to him one more time.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast  To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast  To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com  Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com  Social Media Info:  Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl  The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast  Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast  Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 1, my guest from Ep. 38: I'm A Correctional Officer at Rikers Island is back and shares her thoughts on our first conversation, retirement, and how she sometimes misses being a CO. In addition, she shares details of the recent murder of her husband, her thoughts on gun violence before it affected her, and the laws that support the gun industry. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences. During this week's episode, my guest shares her story on escaping from her abusive boyfriend. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Part 2, my guest shares how the Navy saved her, signs of trafficking and advice to survivors.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Part 1, my guest shares the life expectancy of survivors of human trafficking, why adultification is so common in Black children, and details from her upbringing. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Birthday to ME! Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this week's episode, my guest shares details from her memoir, Fat Off, Fat On: A Big B**ch Manifesto. We spoke about her childhood, her family contributions to her self esteem, finally feeling at home in her body, and much more. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this week's episode, my guest shares her weight loss journey and her reasons for receiving the gastric sleeve procedure. She shares how her ex-husband contributed to her weight gain, how her family saved her, and finding herself again. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences.  During Part 2, my guest shared details of her injuries, her thoughts on her attacker's other victims, being a surprised witness in court, and her advice to people who don't think this can happen to them.  Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast  To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast  To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw  Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com  Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com  Social Media Info:  Instagram:  The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl  The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast  Twitter:  The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast  Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains material that may be harmful or traumatizing to some audiences. In 1986, my guest dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. She had everything planned out until she began to dating this one person. In Part 1, she shares some of the red flags she noticed, the reason why she refused to marry him, and details about the day that changed her life forever. Shop- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To become a patron of The Professional Homegirl Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The Professional Homegirl Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The Professional Homegirl Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays PHGs! Here's an update on what I've been working on! The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at hello@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest from Ep. 187, Living with Bipolar Type 1, is back to share her experience in psych wards. She shares her first experience at the age of eight, her thoughts on America and the relationship with mental illness, and if the media helps or hurts the perceptions of psych wards. In addition, she shares details on the conditions, isolations rooms, and those who been wrongfully committed. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this week's episode, my guest shares her journey of being bipolar type 1. We touched on many different topics from her going missing which went viral on Twitter, being hospitalized four times, Kanye West, the correlation between spirituality and mania, and much more.  The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2  If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast  To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book  To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast  To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw  Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com  Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com  Social Media Info:  Instagram:  The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl  The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast  Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Part 2, my guest continues to share her story about her stay and departure from the religious boarding school. She shares details on transiting back to school, running into an OG, and how becoming a school psychologist led her to her full circle moment.    The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 1, my guest shares her thoughts on being a former gang member. She talks about her upbringing, how she was introduced to gang life, and the misconceptions about being in a gang. In addition, we discussed her being sent to a religious boarding school, which was in the media for numerous abuse allegations. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four years ago on Thanksgiving Eve, my guest was attacked with acid by her boyfriend's ex-girlfriend. Today she shares her story on healing, ignoring red flags, and forgiveness. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this week's episode, my guest shares her journey of purchasing her home at the age of 24. She shared how her parents' relationship with money impacted her, owning vs. renting, and if she thinks women should purchase a home before marriage. The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book 2- https://www.thephgpodcast.com/shop/p/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book-2 If you would like to buy me a coffee, please visit www.buymeacoffee.com/thephgpodcast To purchase The Professional Homegirl Coloring Book either online or at a bookstore, please visit https://www.thephgpodcast.com/merch/the-professional-homegirl-coloring-book To become a patron of The PHG Podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/thephgpodcast To subscribe to The PHG Podcast on Youtube, please visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyx3xxt3bc55ApyuUc3hEw Have an inspiring and/or informative story to share on The PHG Podcast? Please submit your story at stories@thephgpodcast.com Website:  www.thephgpodcast.com Social Media Info: Instagram: The Professional Homegirl- @theprofessionalhomegirl The PHG Podcast- @thephgpodcast Twitter: The Professional Homegirl- @thephgpodcast Use hashtag #thephgpodcast on Instagram and Twitter so I can find ya! Don't forget to rate and review below! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.