This show is all about unapologetically putting yourself first and embracing self-love with courage and confidence. Hosted by Rhonda Nelson (aka Rho), Hold My Purse is your space to prioritize YOU, take back your life, and own your journey without guilt or hesitation. Just like trusting someone to hold your purse, self-care is your partner in power, giving you the strength to conquer life’s challenges like a boss. But this isn’t about clichés or surface-level fixes—Rho dives deep into how self-care ignites self-awareness, builds unshakable boundaries, and empowers you to reclaim your worth and live authentically. Life is about sharing experiences, finding connection, and learning from one another. Through raw stories, expert insights, and unfiltered conversations, Rho becomes your no-nonsense guide to personal growth and transformation. And with the joyful perspective of her 7-year-old granddaughter, Aria, you’ll be reminded to savor life’s simple, meaningful moments. It’s time to reclaim your time, your energy, and your peace. Tune in to Hold My Purse and join the movement that’s redefining self-care as the ultimate act of badassery. You’ve got this, and Rho’s got your back. Let’s get this party started!
Want to lead your life like a CEO instead of reacting to everyone else’s priorities? In this episode, Rho breaks down a simple operating system you can use weekly to turn your goals into real follow-through, without burnout.
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In this empowering episode of Hold My Purse, we’re stepping into a part of your life you may have never considered: the HR department of you. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, drained, overworked in relationships, or unsure how to protect your peace, this episode will change how you lead your life.
You’re the CEO of your life — and today you’ll learn how to oversee the internal systems that manage your boundaries, your energy, your r...
In this deeply heartfelt episode of Hold My Purse, Rho sits down with author, coach, and “lighthouse creator” Laylani Colibri Jack to talk about healing, purpose, and how loss can become the light that leads you home to yourself.
Laylani opens up about the sudden passing of her mother and how that tragedy became the beginning of her own hero’s journey — a journey that inspired her to help others love life after loss. Together, Rho...
In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho explores what it really means to have a vision for your life — to see the future you’re meant to live and start walking toward it with faith, clarity, and peace.
After her boyfriend said, “Babe, you’re on to something — what if you went deeper?” she launched this new CEO of Your Life series to help you lead your life with intention, not autopilot.
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In this powerful episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, host Rho sits down with Kristine Ovsepian, MA., CHt—a certified hypnotherapist and intuitive healer whose journey from burnout to spiritual awakening shows us what it truly means to surrender and heal from within.
After years in a stressful career and a body that began to shut down, Kristine took a leap of faith, leaving accounting to follow her calling in ...
What if you led your life the way a CEO leads a business — with clarity, confidence, and compassion?
In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho shows you how to step into the CEO seat of your own life — not through hustle or perfection, but through awareness, self-love, and structure that supports your peace.
You’ll learn how to audit your energy, define your personal vision and core values, set boundarie...
What does it really take to rise from rock bottom and create a life you don’t want to escape? In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho sits down with entrepreneur and leader Matthew Stern to talk resilience, purpose, and alignment.
From losing everything at 17 to building purpose-driven businesses in health and wellness, Matthew’s story is a masterclass in grit, perseverance, and redefining success. He...
In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho breaks down what karmic loops are, why they repeat, and how to finally close the cycle so you can step into your highest self. Plus, Aria pops in to share her adorable day at the beach — because joy is also part of healing. 🏖️
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✨ What karmic loops and subconscious contracts really are — and how they shape your life
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When you’ve spent years hearing “try harder” or “you’re just not focused enough,” discovering ADHD later in life can feel both heartbreaking and liberating. In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, I sit down with Topeka McClain, the voice behind The Quiet Struggle, to talk about her late diagnosis of ADHD and how it reshaped her identity as a mother, creative, and professional.
Topeka shares the years of ...
Dating in today’s world can feel like a minefield — but what if you could see every connection for what it truly is? In this powerful episode of Hold My Purse, Rho unpacks the viral Mirror, Window, Door concept, breaking it down into real-world lessons on love, healing, and protecting your peace. 🪞🪟🚪
From spotting relationship red flags early to making intentional choices that honor your worth, this episode is your guide to datin...
In this episode of Hold My Purse, Rhonda Nelson is joined by powerhouse entertainment executive Queenie Donaldson, founder of Queens Entertainment Group, for a raw and inspiring conversation about legacy, leadership, and self-preservation in an industry that rarely prioritizes any of the three.
Queenie opens up about her 25+ year journey in the entertainment business—working with legends like Usher, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg, and even...
In this deeply moving and transformational episode of Hold My Purse, Rho is joined by holistic wellness coach Whitney Minor—a certified holistic nutritionist, plant-based chef, yoga teacher, and founder of Eat Plants & Prosper. Together, they explore the connection between food, emotional health, spiritual growth, and radical self-care.
Whitney opens up about her personal journey from a high-pressure marketing career into full-b...
In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode of Hold My Purse, Rho shares a personal story from an extended vacation that turned into an unexpected lesson in self-awareness, emotional boundaries, and energetic protection. What started as a dream vacation quickly became a wake-up call—a reminder that some friendships expire, and that’s okay.
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Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled—even though your life looks “fine” on the outside? In this soul-stirring episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with your purpose. 💛
You’ll learn what dharma really means, why living in alignment is the ultimate self-care, and how to take action—even when you’re unsure where to begin. From journaling prompts to mindset shifts,...
After watching the soul-stirring film Sinners, I was reminded of just how powerful—and vulnerable—our energy really is. In this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, we're diving into the world of energy vampires—those emotionally draining people, habits, and situations that leave you feeling depleted and disconnected from yourself.
Whether it’s guilt-trippers, constant drama, or folks who disrespect your ...
On this episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho invites you into a powerful conversation on the Resurrection of Self — what it means to rise emotionally, mentally, and spiritually from the habits, roles, and patterns that once buried you.
Inspired by Resurrection Day, this episode dives deep into self-sabotage, fear, and the sacred work of becoming who you were always meant to be. Rho shares her 5-step path t...
When the world feels overwhelming, your peace is more than a luxury — it’s a necessity.
In this bi-weekly episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho shares practical, heart-centered tools to help you protect your peace, set emotional boundaries, and avoid burnout — without disconnecting from the world around you. This is a self-care conversation rooted in mindfulness, resilience, and emotional wellness.
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In this deeply reflective episode of Hold My Purse: A Self-Care Journey Through Life, Rho invites you to confront the quiet truths you’ve been avoiding. 🪞 Whether it’s unprocessed grief, hidden fears, or emotional fatigue, this conversation is all about facing yourself with radical honesty and compassion.
Rho opens up about her personal journey of abandoning herself to “be everything for everyone” and shares why so many of us—espec...
What if the most transformative relationship in your life was the one you have with yourself?
In this episode, we go beyond the self-care buzzwords and get real about what self-love actually means. It’s not just about face masks and spa days (though we love those)—it’s about setting boundaries, protecting your peace, and stepping into the love you truly deserve.
Many of us were conditioned to put others first and accept less than we ...
In this riveting episode of Hold My Purse, host Rho interviews Shelli Roberts – Transformation Coach & Speaker with 15+ years of experience in personal development and spiritual growth. Shelli shares her journey of healing from narcissistic abuse and overcoming deep-seated trauma, revealing how she transformed her challenging upbringing and tumultuous marriage into a life of self-love, empowerment, and personal sovereignty.
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