In this powerful Women on the Rise episode, Blaque Diamond sits down with Sharon Dunlevy, a passionate educational advocate for children in foster care. Sharon shares how her journey from children's ministry to policy-level education reform has transformed the lives of countless youth, especially those aging out of the system.

Together, they unpack:

• The urgent need for trauma-informed practices in schools
• The misconceptions about foster care and educational access
• The lifelong impact of unresolved trauma on children in the system
• Sharon’s real-world success stories of foster youth rising above their circumstances
• How everyday people can support and advocate for children in foster care—without being a foster parent

Blaque Diamond also shares a piece of her own powerful story of childhood trauma and vision loss due to abuse, bringing raw emotion and deep relatability to the conversation.

Whether you're a foster parent, educator, survivor, or simply someone who wants to make a difference—this episode is a must-listen. Learn how resilience, advocacy, and community can break generational cycles and uplift children who deserve a fighting chance.

Resources Shared:

• Download Sharon’s educational report: www.fostercareort.com
• Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn: Sharon Dunlevy
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In this powerful Women on the Rise episode, Blaque Diamond welcomes Fanny Tristan—a women's empowerment coach, trauma therapist, retreat leader, and founder of Her Soul Supply. Fanny shares her journey of working with firstborn daughters and single women, helping them break free from generational trauma, redefine their self-worth, and create purpose-filled lives outside of romantic relationships.

Together, they dive into:

• The intersection of birth order, trauma, and self-worth
• The emotional cost of cultural expectations on women of color
• The importance of community and sisterhood in healing
• Why singleness isn’t a curse—but a season of transformation
• How to rebuild trust after emotional and relational trauma

Fanny also opens up about the inspiration behind Her Soul Supply, a coaching platform that empowers women to decenter romance and instead center self-love, healing, and freedom through real-life connection and global retreats.

This conversation is honest, raw, and deeply healing—especially for anyone navigating trauma, loneliness, or the pressure to tie self-worth to a relationship.

Plus! Don’t miss the special “What Is She Thinking?” segment for some fun and spontaneous wordplay with Fanny.

Resources mentioned:

• HerSoulSupply.com
• Free guides on loneliness, rebuilding trust, and personal empowerment
• Follow Fanny on Instagram & Facebook: @hersoulsupply

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Description: In this deeply personal and powerful episode of the BFF Empowerment Podcast, hosts Blaque Diamond and Fearlessly Beautiful open up about their own journeys with mental health, sharing real-life struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and healing through faith, community, and inner work.

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, they dive into:

• The difference between mental health and mental illness
• Childhood trauma, suicidal thoughts, and surviving abuse
• Personal stories of finding strength through God, therapy, and self-care
• The emotional impact of being misunderstood, misjudged, and unseen
• Practical, holistic tools for managing mental health—like journaling, prayer, support groups, and seeking professional help

You’ll also hear raw, relatable stories that highlight the power of resilience and the importance of speaking up. Plus, they share empowering words of encouragement for anyone silently battling their own mental health challenges.

If you’re feeling alone, misunderstood, or overwhelmed—this episode is for you.

Remember: Your struggles don’t define you—your strength does.

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