Special thanks to Donna Johnson and her team for choosing me as their October 2012 Featured Entrepreneur!
Listen to my interviews with GGene S.I.S. We talk about my business, ministry and the emotional abuse many professional women experience in relationships when their spouse/boyfriend can’t handle being with someone more successful than themselves.
Yes, you read it correctly… it is a book preview and not book review…
Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking on the phone with Ashley and she was telling me about her soon to be released book and I was so excited that I had to share it with you all… BEFORE it was released.
In “Celebrating the Journey: Rediscovering Me”, Ashley tells a story that is very familiar to many women. She tells about how she grew up knowing all the things she could become, all of the things that she was capable of but how one relationship with the wrong person derailed her from becoming the person God created her to be and the person she wanted to be. Ashley bravely shares her story of how this relationship affected her and how she got back on track because she knows that there are women today in the same situation. She believes that if she can find her way out then maybe this book will inspire you to find your way out also (now do you see why I was so excited??).
The book launch is scheduled for June 2012…
I know some of you ladies won’t agree with me on this but I think that its ok for us to think like a man…
Some of the arguments that I have heard against this statement are…
Here is my opinion…
Many of you have heard of Steve Harvey’s book, “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man“. Some of you have read the book while others may have only seen the movie. Regardless of your opinion about his opinion on the subject, you must realize that one of the keys to communicating in any relationship or situation is your ability to understand the other person’s perspective. If you go into every situation expecting to be understood but having no desire to understand then don’t be surprised when there is a breakdown in communication.
I believe that men and women process information differently and this theory has been tested, written about and discussed for years. No matter our communication styles, we all expect to be heard, respected and understood. When a lady thinks like a man, she is taking into consideration that if she presents him with a problem; unlike her girlfriend who won’t mind chatting for hours about the single subject, he will more than likely be seeking a solution. She also takes into consideration that most men don’t read emotions very well, they believe you when you say that nothing is wrong.
Thinking like a man doesn’t mean that you stop being a woman or throw your religious values out the door but it means that when you communicate, you are thinking of not only your side but also his. In a successful relationship, he will also be trying to think like you so that he can understand, respect and hear what you are saying…
Most of us can look back and pinpoint a person in our past who had an impact on us and helped us to become the person that we are today. Not everyone is able to look to a family member for that impact, for some young people they have to go outside of their circle to find someone whose life they want to emulate. For most of us the hope is that the person they choose will have a positive impact.
That is the purpose of mentoring programs. Not only are these programs beneficial for kids in inner cities or high risk areas but most kids need to have positive role models in their lives, outside of their parents because let’s be honest, most kids don’t think their parents know anything about anything. It helps when they see other adults reinforcing the life lessons taught by their parents.
Our guest on The LaKesha Womack Show today is Tikina Simmons, founder of a not for profit in New York, Matriarch Endeavors whose mission is to provide life development programs for women.
Listen to our conversation live on Tuesday, March 20 by logging in at http://blogtalkradio.com/lakeshawomack or call from your phone 646.929.2031 (ask to speak with the host if you have questions and/or comments)
Get to know Tikina and join her network…
Tikina Simmons is the sole child born to divorced parents Eric W. Simmons and Jean D. Simmons. She was born in Elmhurst, NY and raised in the Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn, NY. She attended Van Arsdale HS (formerly Eli Whitney), and John Jay College of Criminal Justice 00′ thru 04′. She is a mother of two beautiful children. Tikina works full-time while building her non-for-profit organization Matriarch Endeavors throughout New York City.
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I have a love/hate relationship with dresses…
Some days I love to dress up in my heels, a sexy dress and glossy lips but other days, I am guilty of throwing on a pair of jeans, tee-shirt and some flats.
Last year, I came across the Pretty Girls Rock Dresses Challenge on Facebook and it was just the boost that I needed to pull out some old sundresses and invest in a couple of new ones. The Challenge is hosted by Dea Win and starts on March 1st each year to encourage women to dress like ladies with hopes that men will follow… After all, our society is very visual and many times we are treated based on the way we look (sad but true).
Last year, I wrote about the event (Are you up for the Challenge?), this year I have the pleasure of interviewing the Founder on The LaKesha Womack Show. We will discuss her motivation for creating what she considers a movement and how you can get involved.
Have a question and/or comment?
Tweet us during the show @LaKeshaWomack @PGRDresses
Call in and ask to speak with the host – 646.929.2031
Meet Dea Win…
Dea Win, owner and founder of PGRDresses is an Atlanta native. Growing up she was inspired by the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950′s and 1960′s. Throughout her childhood she dreamed about pursing activism and social reform. As a student at Clark Atlanta University she participated in activities that helped feed her deep desire to help people. After graduation she constantly pursued outlets to express her interest in people, politics, and social reform.
Her epiphany came while watching Malcolm X and talking to friends about gender roles. Maybe if women dressed like Ladies; men would follow Suite. PGRDresses the Movement was born.
The girl who was always in search of a RIGHTEOUS cause or person to support has now found a cause and her very OWN righteous movement. Empowering women and girls to do better by embracing femininity.
Team Pretty’s main goal is to MOTIVATE and INSPIRE WOMEN. In our world everything’s PRETTY! You should join us!
Feel free to email me at: prettygirlsrockdresses@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns
Visit us online: www.prettygirlsrockdresses.com
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PGRDresses
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PGRDresses
There’s POWER in the DRESS, PURSE, and STILETTO. ~PGRDresses™
I'm an Author, Blogger, Business Consultant, Minister, Host of The LaKesha Womack Show and Founder of The E4 Network.
I write and speak about a variety of lifestyle, relationship, religious and business topics.
My goal is to help you develop personally, professionally and spiritually because... You can have it all!
Check out my books on amazon.com
Is She The ONE?
Success Secrets for the Young & Fabulous
Building a Brand Without Spending a Bundle
My Money Matters (Adult, Teens and Kids versions)
