Rest, Reflection & Reclaiming Yourself Before the Holidays (Solo Episode)

As we step into the swirl of the holiday season, this week’s solo episode is an invitation to slow down before the world speeds up.

Roundtable 1 draws to a close this coming week, and I’m sharing the themes, lessons, and emotional truths that surfaced and why this is the season when so many women feel stretched, unseen, or pulled back into old roles they no longer wish to carry.

This episode explores:

• The emotional and energetic weight women carry into the holidays
• Why the Sacred Pause is essential for transition, clarity, and self-preservation
• What I witnessed in Roundtable 1 that every woman should hear
• How to set micro-boundaries, release old expectations, and honor your capacity
• A grounding SoulSync practice to reset your nervous system and reclaim your rhythm

Whether the holidays bring joy, pressure, grief, or change for you, this conversation offers a softer path through the season.

Take a breath.

Settle your spirit.

You don’t have to walk into this season the way you always have.

00:00 Welcome to Soul Sync

01:04 The Sacred Pause: An Introduction

01:50 Navigating the Holiday Season

03:02 Embracing the Sacred Pause

11:05 Lessons from the Round Table

15:24 A Simple Practice for the Holidays

19:34 Closing Reflections and Community Invitation

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In this episode of Soul Sync Sessions, host Pamela J. Thomas sits down with Dr. Tayo Denton, the visionary behind ‘Get Your Sassy Back,’ to discuss the challenges and strategies for navigating life’s transitions.

They discuss the complexities of navigating life transitions, with a focus on the challenges and wisdom surrounding menopause and perimenopause. Dr. Denton shares her personal journey from a medical radiologist to helping women manage menopause healthily, detailing her traumatic menopause experience and the subsequent shift to holistic care.

Emphasizing the importance of lifestyle changes, ancestral wisdom, and the potential of new technology, this enriching dialogue offers practical insights for women in various life stages.

Learn about the importance of lifestyle changes, ancestral wisdom, and staying active in both body and mind to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone experiencing significant life changes, especially women in transition.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:01 Meet Dr. Tayo Denton

01:45 Personal Journey Through Menopause

02:35 Challenges and Misconceptions in Medical Practice

05:10 Transitioning to a New Career

06:09 Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause

12:53 The Role of Lifestyle Changes

13:30 Ancestral Wisdom and Modern Technology

17:34 The Impact of Rapid Technological Change

19:22 Strategies for Adapting to Change

20:05 The Power of Ideas and Creativity

23:00 Understanding Menopause and Aging

24:26 The Importance of Movement and Sleep

28:34 Balancing Life and Finding Harmony

32:25 Addressing Longevity and Future Challenges

35:55 Closing Thoughts and Resources

For more information about Dr. Tayo:

Visit Get Your Sassy Back: getyoursassyback.com

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In this powerful conversation, host Pamela J. Thomas is joined by Dr. Felecia Froe, physician, real estate investor, and founder of Money With Mission, to explore how money can be a catalyst for healing, empowerment, and legacy-building for women of color.

Dr. Froe shares her journey from medicine to mission-driven investing, revealing the personal and professional pivots that taught her the true value of financial sovereignty. Together, they unpack how wealth can become a tool for collective liberation when it’s aligned with purpose and how women can move from silent struggle to soul-led financial power.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your finances or questioned whether your money is working for your values, this episode offers both practical wisdom and soulful insight.

Topics We Explore:

• Reimagining wealth as a tool for impact, not just income
• Healing money wounds rooted in generational trauma
• Investing in ways that reflect your values
• How rest, freedom, and ownership are deeply connected
• Why women must unapologetically claim space in financial conversations

“When your money is in alignment with your mission, it keeps working even when you’re not.” — Dr. Felecia Froe

For more information about Felecia:

Visit https://moneywithmission.com

Resources & Links

📖 Pam’s book Women Don’t Retire: available in ebook and paperback formats from Amazon, Apple Books, & Google Play. Visit https://1link.st/pamelajthomas

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https://pamelajthomas.com

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In this episode of Soul Sync, host Pam Thomas welcomes Dr. Tawainna Houston, founder of Black Cell Consulting and author of ‘Black Wellness Barriers.’ They discuss navigating life’s transitions through a holistic approach to wellness. Dr. Houston shares her journey from human services to becoming a naturopathic doctor, emphasizing the importance of addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual health. The conversation highlights the significance of disease prevention, balance, and the power of surrendering to life’s unfolding path. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their past experiences and take soul-aligned steps towards a healthier and more fulfilled life.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:44 Breathing Exercise and Show Start

01:56 Guest’s Journey and Book Introduction

02:12 Navigating Life’s Transitions

10:25 Holistic Health and Wellness

13:06 Personal Wellness Stories

15:14 Balance and Spiritual Practices

30:34 Real Talk and Surrender

33:08 Final Thoughts and Closing

For more infomation about Tawainna: https://linktr.ee/tawainnahouston

Visit Black Cell Consulting: blackcellconsulting.com

Resources & Links

📖 Pam’s book Women Don’t Retire: available in ebook and paperback formats from Amazon, Apple Books, & Google Play. Visit https://1link.st/pamelajthomas

💌 Join our community for women of color in transition:

https://pamelajthomas.com

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In the latest episode of Soul Sync, hosted by Pam Thomas, Rest Technologist and Creative, Sunya Folayan shares her transformative journey. From her experiences of early marriage and multiple divorces to becoming a textile artist and building a supportive community in Mexico, Sunya discusses how creativity and intuition have guided her through challenging times.

This episode also touches on the importance of purging material possessions, the spiritual aspects of personal growth, and the courage to reinvest in oneself.

Sunya's current initiatives include running a B&B and an artist residency in Mexico, aimed at providing a soft landing for individuals seeking rest and restoration.

For more information about Sunya:

Visit Sojourners Vista Del Lago

info@olmexlc.com

Essence article https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/travel/black-women-aging-abroad/

Resources & Links

📖 Get your copy of Pam’s book, Women Don’t Retire: available in ebook and paperback formats where books are sold

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Host Pamela J. Thomas is the heart of Soul Sync Sessions, a podcast for women of color in transition. A wellness educator, author, and founder of Fiber of Life LLC, Pamela creates soulful spaces for reflection, renewal, and realignment. Through storytelling, community, and intentional living, she helps women navigate life’s pivots with purpose, passion, and power.

I’d love to hear what resonated with you in today’s episode.

Leave a comment, share your thoughts, or tell me where you are in your own journey. Your voice matters, and your story might be exactly what another sister needs to hear.

🎧 Thanks for listening to SoulSync where soulful living meets bold transitions. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a sister-friend who needs it.

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Navigating Transitions and the Power of Community

A Conversation with Heather Byrd

In this episode of the Soul Sync podcast, host Pamela J. Thomas and guest Heather Bird Robert, an award-winning poet and creative catalyst, discuss the importance of navigating life's transitions and the value of community.

Heather shares her journey as the founder of Byrd's World Publishing, which empowers women of color to publish their stories. They emphasize the value of having a supportive community, the myths to divest from, and how transitions often involve deep self-reflection and unlearning.

Heather also talks about her personal practices, such as journaling and being in tune with nature, to achieve clarity during difficult times.

The conversation underscores that dreams can come true and that community is a crucial lifeline in our journeys.

For more information about Heather:

Visit byrdsworld.com

Resources & Links

📖 Get your copy of Pam’s book, Women Don’t Retire: available in ebook and paperback formats, where books are sold

💌 Join our community for women of color in transition:

🎧 Subscribe to Soul Sync Sessions and never miss an episode

Host Pamela J. Thomas is the heart of Soul Sync Sessions a podcast for women of color in transition. A wellness educator, author, and founder of Fiber of Life LLC, Pamela creates soulful spaces for reflection, renewal, and realignment. Through storytelling, community, and intentional living, she helps women navigate life’s pivots with purpose, passion, and power.

I’d love to hear what resonated with you in today’s episode.

Leave a comment, share your thoughts, or tell me where you are in your own journey. Your voice matters and your story might be exactly what another sister needs to hear.

🎧 Thanks for listening to SoulSync where soulful living meets bold transitions. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a sister-friend who needs it.

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Change has a way of shaking us. Sometimes it feels like a loss, other times like an open door we’re not sure we’re ready to walk through. But every transition holds an invitation to unlearn old fears, release worn-out narratives, and step more fully into who we are becoming.

In this episode of Soul Sync Sessions, hosted by Pam Thomas, special guest Sueanne Pacheco shares her journey and insights on navigating life's transitions.

Sueanne, a speaker, storyteller, and guide, discusses the importance of listening within, dealing with fears, and finding one's true self amidst societal pressures. They explore the role of rituals, the impact of lineage, and the significance of making intentional choices.

The episode concludes with a candid discussion about living authentically and offers ways for listeners to support Sueanne's work.

For more information about Sueanne:

Visit sueannepacheco.com

Resources & Links

📖 Get your copy of Pam’s book Women Don’t Retire: available in ebook and paperback formats from Amazon, Apple Books, Google Play & Kobo

💌 Join our community for women of color in transition:

🎧 Subscribe to Soul Sync Sessions and never miss an episode

Host Pamela J. Thomas is the heart of Soul Sync Sessions, a podcast for women of color in transition. A wellness educator, author, and founder of Fiber of Life LLC, Pamela creates soulful spaces for reflection, renewal, and realignment. Through storytelling, community, and intentional living, she helps women navigate life’s pivots with purpose, passion, and power.

I’d love to hear what resonated with you in today’s episode.

Leave a comment, share your thoughts, or tell me where you are in your own journey. Your voice matters, and your story might be exactly what another sister needs to hear.

🎧 Thanks for listening to SoulSync where soulful living meets bold transitions. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a sister-friend who needs it.

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This sacred space is for women of color navigating the thresholds of identity, leadership, and life. I created Soul Sync to allow you to bring your whole self into the moment, not the composed version, but the real one, the weary, curious, and wise one.

There's a moment between what has ended and what hasn't yet begun, a sacred pause. It's a moment that feels like floating, untethered, yet it holds holiness. This podcast emerged from my own experience of leadership, caregiving, and the whisper of my soul, urging me to slow down, listen, and begin again from within.

🎧 Thanks for listening to SoulSync where soulful living meets bold transitions. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a sister-friend who needs it.

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