The Sacred Space Between Healing and Creating: When Wounds Become Wisdom" - Threshold Thursday

 Join Nyomi Banks for a deeply transformative Threshold Thursday episode exploring the sacred space where healing and creating dance together as one divine process. This powerful solo episode reveals how your wounds aren't disqualifications from creativity—they're your qualifications. Key Episode Highlights: • The Sacred Threshold Meditation: A guided journey to the space between who you were and who you're becoming • Personal Story: How Nyomi's explant podcast vision downloaded during forced stillness, showing healing AS creating • The Ask Naomi Origin Story: From LA to Las Vegas, turning down podcast deals, and trusting divine timing • Threshold Living: Learning from ZY's $5 Subway sandwich gratitude and finding sacred in survival • The Alchemy Process: How pain transforms into purpose through creative expressionTransformational Insights: • Healing IS Creating: Understanding these aren't separate processes but the same divine dance • Embrace the Mess: Why ZY celebrated wins in chaos and how imperfection fuels authentic expression • Trust the Downloads: Recognizing creative guidance during vulnerable moments • Start Where You Are: Your current healing journey is material for creative expression • Voice as Medicine: How speaking truth becomes healing for yourself and othersPractical Tools Shared: • Four essential tools for working with threshold energy • Weekly assignment: Identify one way your healing wants to become creative • Community building in threshold spaces • Recognizing divine redirection vs. obstaclesPerfect for: • Anyone standing at the edge of transformation • Creative souls feeling stuck between healing and expressing • People who think they need to be "fixed" before creating • Those learning to trust divine timing and redirection • Healing journey warriors ready to share their storiesPowerful Quotes from This Episode: • "Your wounds are not disqualifications from creativity—they're qualifications" • "Your struggles are not reasons to hide—they are reasons to share" • "Your healing journey is not preparation for your real life—it IS your real life" • "The threshold isn't comfortable—it's where authentic creative expression is born"This episode beautifully weaves together the week's conversations with ZY's creativity through adversity and Dr. Foojan's healing integration, showing how vulnerability becomes the birthplace of our most authentic creative expression. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK144yFGFnM

Creativity and Expression: Finding Joy Through Creative Outlets with Dr. Foojan Zeine - Wisdom We...

 Join host Nyomi Banks for an extraordinary Wisdom Wednesday conversation with Dr. Foojan Zeine, creator of the groundbreaking Awareness Integration Theory (AIT) and the revolutionary Foojan app featuring Mira, an AI chatbot specifically designed for emotional healing. 🌟 What You'll Discover: • How Awareness Integration Theory combines the best of cognitive, emotional, and trauma-informed therapies into one efficient model • The science behind creative expression as emotional healing - from journaling and art therapy to music and movement • Revolutionary research showing 75% reduction in depression and 65% reduction in anxiety using AIT principles • How the Foojan app's guided journaling through 31 life areas creates lasting transformation • Meet Mira: The hybrid AI chatbot trained exclusively on Dr. Foojan's 33 years of therapeutic expertise 🎯 Key Highlights: • Dr. Foojan's personal journey from trauma survivor to revolutionary therapist • Real success story: How Mira saved a father-son relationship in just one month • Creative healing techniques: sand play, collaging, binaural beat music, and expressive writing • The difference between traditional therapy and AIT's integrated approach • Why creative expression is liberation and how it connects us to our authentic selves💡 Practical Tools Shared: • Guided journaling techniques for emotional release • Art therapy methods for trauma integration • Music and movement for anxiety reduction • Visualization and collaging for goal manifestation • Writing exercises for depression relief🔬 The Science Behind the Magic: Dr. Foojan's AIT model efficiently addresses root causes rather than just symptoms, using a 6-phase process that includes awareness, integration of past traumas, belief system examination, and goal setting. The Foojan app makes this powerful therapy accessible to everyone, with Mira providing 24/7 support trained on decades of clinical expertise. 🎨 Creative Expression as Healing: Discover how writing engages both brain hemispheres, how art therapy releases trauma stored in the body, how music creates healing vibrations, and how movement connects us to our authentic expression. Dr. Foojan shares powerful examples of clients using creativity to integrate fragmented parts of themselves and create wholeness. 🚀 Perfect For: • Anyone seeking innovative approaches to emotional healing • Creative individuals looking to use their gifts for transformation • Mental health advocates interested in AI-assisted therapy • People dealing with anxiety, depression, or past trauma • Those curious about the intersection of technology and healing📱 About the Foojan App: Available on Apple Store and Google Play with a 3-day free trial. Features guided journaling through 31 life areas, meditations, guided imagery, and access to Mira - the world's first hybrid AI chatbot designed specifically for emotional healing using scientifically-backed therapeutic principles. 🌈 Connect with Dr. Foojan Zeine: • Foojan App: Apple Store & Google Play • Website: foojan.com • AIT Information: awarenessintegration.com • Social Media: @DrFoojanZeine (Instagram, TikTok)This episode beautifully demonstrates how creativity becomes a pathway to healing, self-discovery, and authentic expression. Dr. Foojan's innovative approach shows us that with the right tools and awareness, we can transform our deepest wounds into our greatest strengths. Episode Length: Approximately 60 minutes  Release Date: June 2025 - Creativity & Expression Series Podcast: The Season of Self-Love with Nyomi Banks #CreativityAndExpression #AwarenessIntegrationTheory #AIEmotionalHealing #CreativeTherapy #FoojanApp #MiraAI #WisdomWednesday #SeasonOfSelfLove #EmotionalHealing #CreativeExpression #TraumaIntegration #SelfDiscovery #MentalHealthInnovation #TherapyRevolution Content Warning: This episode discusses trauma, depression, and anxiety in the context of healing and recovery. **Listener discretion is advised. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological treatment. If you're experiencing mental health challenges, please consult with qualified healthcare professionals. You can copy this description and manually save it to your preferred platform or document.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urNTjnWioRc

Understanding Marriage Through God’s Divine Plan

Krista Nicole author of "God's Divine Plan for Marriage" returns to BTG to talk about her amazing book on marriage and relationships. Tune in this Thursday for a live interview at 6pm pst. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5788763212218368

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ak1lqc7tLb8

"Being Still: When the Universe Forces You to Slow Down - Divine Timing & Creative Downloads" - T...

Join Nyomi Banks for a deeply personal Transform Tuesday episode about the radical act of rest and divine redirection. After returning from a transformative family vacation in Miami, Nyomi shares how the universe literally forced her into stillness through illness, leading to profound creative breakthroughs and a completely new podcast vision. Key Episode Highlights: • The Miami vacation revelation: First time all three daughters (ages 12, 22, 33) plus granddaughter vacationed together • How forced stillness led to a revolutionary new podcast concept about the explant journey • The difference between being stuck vs. being divinely still • Divine redirection patterns and how to recognize them • Body wisdom and listening to whispers before they become shouts • The power of "marinating" ideas instead of rushing into actionTransformational Insights: • Divine Timing Recognition: Multiple redirections happening simultaneously as signs of divine intervention • Creative Download Process: How organizing and cleaning creates space for new visions • Body Wisdom Integration: Understanding illness as communication from your higher self • Marinating vs. Rushing: Why the best ideas need time to develop and deepen • Forced Stillness Benefits: How rest becomes the most productive thing you can doPersonal Breakthroughs Shared: • Complete vision for new explant podcast downloading during recovery • July plans naturally shifting to create space for aligned projects • Understanding the pattern of divine redirection throughout her journey from adult industry to self-love advocacy • Recognition that every "setback" was actually a setup for something betterPractical Tools Included: • Questions to ask during forced stillness periods • How to recognize divine redirection vs. obstacles • Body wisdom listening techniques • Creating space for divine downloads • Weekly assignment for noticing when you're being asked to slow downPerfect for: • Anyone experiencing unexpected setbacks or illness • Creative professionals dealing with blocks • Spiritual seekers learning to trust divine timing • People struggling with productivity guilt during rest periods • Those learning to listen to their body's wisdom#BeingStill #DivineTiming #ForcedStillness #CreativeDownloads #DivineRedirection #BodyWisdom #SpiritualRest #UniverseGuidance #TransformTuesday #SeasonOfSelfLove #CreativeBreakthrough #DivineIntervention #MarinatingIdeas #TrustTheProcess #SacredStillness #CreativeBlocks #IntuitiveLiving #SpiritualAlignment #RestAsResistanc #DivineDownloads Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obdGnIqW0_U

Embracing Creativity Through Adversity: From Survival to Success with ZY" - Mindset Monday

Join Nyomi Banks for an incredibly powerful Mindset Monday episode featuring ZY, a success catalyst and domestic violence survivor who transformed her darkest moments into a platform for healing and empowerment. This episode perfectly embodies our June theme of Creativity and Expression, revealing how creative thinking becomes your greatest survival tool during life's most challenging moments. ZY's Transformative Journey: • From surviving 3 years of domestic violence to becoming a successful coach and author • Living in her car after being kicked out with no money, friends, or family • Using creative problem-solving to rebuild her life from nothing • The power of celebrating small wins (even a $5 Subway sandwich) • How vulnerability and asking for help became her breakthrough momentsKey Mindset Shifts Revealed: • Creative Thinking as Survival: How ZY used her car as a resource to generate income through Uber driving • Small Wins Philosophy: The daily practice of acknowledging every step forward, no matter how small • The Gratitude Jar Method: A practical tool for maintaining hope during dark times • Authentic Self-Discovery: Learning who you truly are through adversity • Breaking Toxic Cycles: Understanding limiting beliefs and societal programmingPowerful Mindset Tools Shared: • The "What do I have as a source?" creative thinking exercise • Daily self-acknowledgment and mirror work practices • Celebrating milestones without waiting for "big" success • Using hands-on creativity to free the mind for problem-solving • The courage to be vulnerable and ask for helpKey Episode Highlights: • ZY's moment of divine intervention: being kicked out before Christmas as her path to freedom • The psychology behind why small wins prevent burnout and depression • How creative thinking differs from traditional artistic expression • Breaking free from comparison by understanding everyone's hidden struggles • The importance of surrounding yourself with people who treat you well • Why your talents belong to the world, not just youPerfect for: • Domestic violence survivors seeking hope and practical strategies • Anyone facing seemingly impossible life circumstances • Creative healing and resilience seekers • Mindset transformation enthusiasts • Success catalyst learners • Authentic self-discovery journeyersThis episode demonstrates that creativity isn't just about art—it's about creatively thinking your way through life's greatest challenges. ZY's story proves that when you celebrate small wins, use creative problem-solving, and maintain authentic self-love, you can transform any adversity into your greatest strength. Connect with ZY: • Website: ZYEliteWoman.com • Instagram: @ZYEliteWoman • YouTube: ZYEliteWomanFeatures insights that complement our Year of ReBirth workbook and continues our powerful June exploration of Creativity & Expression. #MindsetMonday #SeasonOfSelfLove #CreativityThroughAdversity #DomesticViolenceSurvivor #MindsetTransformation #SmallWinsCelebration #CreativeHealing #SuccessCatalyst #ResilienceBuilding #AuthenticSelfDiscovery #CreativeThinking #SurvivalMindset  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7Qafr-96yg

"Overcoming Creative Blocks: The Psychology Behind Your Stuck Moments with Dr. Will Washington" -...

Join Nyomi Banks and resident therapist Dr. Will Washington for a transformative Mindset Monday exploration of creative blocks and the psychology behind feeling stuck. This powerful episode reveals the four main causes of creative blockages and provides practical strategies to break through them during our June series on Creativity & Expression.  **The Four Root Causes of Creative Blocks:** 1. **Disorganized Planning & Environment** - Your creative space and life structure may not support your artistic flow 2. **Lifestyle Exhaustion** - Overwork and relationship stress can drain your creative energy  3.  **Skill Development Challenges** - Learning curves can feel daunting and create resistance 4. . **Unclear Creative Vision** - Not trusting that your creation already exists and needs manifestation**Dr. Will's Revolutionary "Mountain Method":** • Draw your creative goal at the mountain top • - Identify three daily actions: morning, midday, and evening - Create discipline through consistent timing - Plan both the ascent AND descent of your creative journey ' • - Remember: discipline gives reward, motivation keeps you going Key Episode Highlights: - Personal stories of creative transformation and breakthrough •  - The shower recording technique for capturing spontaneous creativity • - Understanding creative blocks as acceptance opportunities • - The importance of creative community and inspiration • - How fear becomes a creative ingredient rather than obstacle •  - Creative responsibility and accountability in the artistic process **Practical Tools Shared:** • The Mountain Method worksheet • - Three-times-daily creative practice structure • - Ritual development for unclear creators • - Community engagement strategies for sustained creativity • - Fear-to-art transformation techniques Perfect for: • - Blocked artists and creators - Perfectionism recovery seekers • - Creative breakthrough enthusiasts - Artistic accountability builders - Creative community seekers - Self-expression explorers**Creative Challenge:** Name one block holding you back and take one small creative step forward this week - whether doodling, writing, humming, or even reading (which Dr. Will reminds us is also a creative process!). This episode beautifully demonstrates how creativity flows when we remove judgment, embrace our authentic selves, and take responsibility for our artistic gifts. Features insights that complement the Year of ReBirth workbook and continues our powerful June exploration of Creativity & Expression.  #MindsetMonday #SeasonOfSelfLove #CreativeBlocks #OvercomingCreativeBlocks #CreativePsychology #CreativeBreakthrough #ArtisticBlocks #CreativeFlow #CreativeResponsibility #MountainMethod #CreativeAccountability #PerfectionismBlocks Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fusDRrjnhJo

Breaking Through Creative Blocks: From Stuck to Unstoppable" - Threshold Thursday

Join Nyomi Banks for a transformative exploration of breaking through creative blocks and stepping into your creative power. Building on this week's creativity series, this powerful episode reveals how to move from "I can't" to "I'm going to try anyway." Learn:• Understanding the real sources of creative blocks beyond fear • Transforming perfectionism into authentic creative expression • Breaking free from comparison and external validation cycles • Creating systems that support consistent creative action • Building supportive creative communities that nurture growth • The powerful "audience of one" technique for authentic creationKey Episode Highlights: • The guided meditation for dissolving creative barriers • Understanding creativity as your first form of identity • Breaking through the performance trap in creative work • Dr. Will's paintbrush analogy: from finger painting to mastery • Creating for your younger self as authentic expression • Recognizing when blocks are actually divine guidancePerfect for: • Creative breakthrough seekers • Artistic expression explorers • Perfectionism recovery practitioners • Creative courage cultivators • Authentic voice discoverers • Creative community buildersFeatures insights that complement our Year of ReBirth workbook and continues our powerful June exploration of Creativity & Expression during our transformative creative series.#ThresholdThursday #SeasonOfSelfLove #CreativeBlocks #CreativeBreakthrough #ArtisticExpression #CreativeCourage #OvercomingPerfectionism #CreativeProcess #FearOfJudgment #CreativeIdentity #ArtisticFreedom #CreativeFlow Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-season-of-self-love--6003379/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

from Nyomi's World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8NfP4k6LqU