Black Women’s Wellness: Inspiring Mental, Physical, and Social Health – Seasonal Sister Podcast

D is for Dance, Discernment & Dreams: How to Move, Heal, and Begin Again

Episode Notes

In this soul-nourishing episode of the A to Z of Wellness series, Janice explores the letter D—and it’s not just for “dance.” From discernment in choosing your healthcare providers to dreaming big even when life shifts your direction, this episode is a full-body reminder that wellness is a journey, not a destination.

Janice shares personal stories, historical insights, and research-backed strategies that encourage listeners to embrace dance as a healing ritual, honor their inner wisdom, and resurrect secret dreams they may have buried over the years. If you’ve ever needed permission to start again—this is it.

Episode timestamps;

00:00 Welcome to the Seasonal Sisters Podcast

01:20 Introduction to the A to Z of Wellness Series

02:30 D is for Dance: The Healing Power of Movement

05:52 D is for Discernment: Choosing the Right Healthcare Team

08:17 D is for Don't: Listening to Your Body

10:10 D is for Dream: Pursuing Your Secret Aspirations

14:42 Conclusion and Call to Action

💃🏽 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How dance supports emotional, physical, and social wellness, especially for Black women
• Why line dancing, head bobbing, or foot tapping still “count” as healing movement
• The role of discernment when choosing a healthcare provider who truly sees you
• How to build a relationship with your body by listening to its cues
• Why you must “don’t give up” on creating healthy habits—even if you’ve fallen off
• How secret dreams can evolve and reignite later in life
• Janice’s personal story about her dream to become an Ironman—and the new version of that dream she’s living now

🧠 Wellness Tools Highlighted:

• Dance as medicine: movement as a tool for joy and resilience
• Discernment in healthcare: choose a provider who is pro-YOU
• Don’t ignore your body: small aches and changes are messages
• Dream evolution: it’s never too late to start again
• Habit stacking: add new habits onto existing routines for consistency
• The power of sharing your goals: accountability improves success

🫕 This Week’s Dutch Oven Recipe for Wellness:

🥣 A base of intentional movement (yes, dancing counts!)
💡 A scoop of discernment and self-trust
🌱 A handful of resurrected dreams
📣 A sprinkle of goal-sharing for accountability
❤️ A whole lot of grace and joy

🔗 Resources & Support:

📥 Download your free guide: 7 Ways to Shine Like the Sun

💬 Call to Action:

✨ What’s your secret dream? DM Janice on Instagram @therealjanicesaunders and share it.
📣 Share your health goals with a friend or sister—because community creates consistency.
📅 Ready to restart? Begin again today. And don’t forget to phone a friend—because that’s a healthy habit.

Additional Resources;

• Consistent Habits Challenge: https://www.yourseasonalsister.com/consistent-habits-challenge

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