The Hearts Hello

A simple red velvet cake sparked a revelation that might forever change how you view your giving heart.

Have you ever wondered why you rush to meet others' needs without being asked? Why you remember the small details, show up without hesitation, or give freely without expectation of return? This spontaneous episode dives deep into the beautiful paradox of natural givers - those who pour out endlessly yet somehow main...

That seemingly innocent phrase—"it is what it is"—might be the most dangerous thing you say all day. Far from being a sign of mature acceptance, those five words often mark the moment we stop advocating for ourselves and start adjusting to what drains us.

Listen closely to what happens in your body when you say it: shoulders drop not in relief but surrender, breath shallows, tone flattens, eyes lower. Your nervou...

The breadcrumbs we accept in life—those moments when we settle for less than we deserve—don't just appear on our plates. They infiltrate our spirits, leaving us with a subtle ache as we continuously accept "almost enough" and celebrate halfway love. When we keep telling ourselves to be grateful for what's clearly beneath our needs, we start to question our worth. Is this all we deserve? Is this just how life wor...

Feeling a shift in your spirit? You're not alone. As we enter September—a month symbolizing birthing, completion, and transition—something profound is happening. This isn't your typical motivational talk; it's a heartfelt warning about the power of conversations and who deserves access to your dreams.

We've all been there: excitedly sharing good news only to have someone's response deflate our joy ...

Why do we treat diamonds with reverence but leave ourselves unprotected? This thought-provoking exploration of self-worth challenges us to reconsider how we value ourselves in a world that often teaches us to accept less than we deserve.

When was the last time you treated yourself like you mattered? We instinctively know how to handle valuables – whispering in jewelry stores, keeping hands behind our backs at museums, stor...

Have you ever caught yourself looking over the fence, convinced the grass must be greener somewhere else? That's exactly where I found myself recently, until a profound realization stopped me in my tracks: the grass isn't greener on the other side – it's greener where you water it.

Life's pause seasons can feel frustrating, especially in a world where everyone else's highlight reel seems to broadca...

What happens when we keep going even when everything inside us wants to quit? Celebrating the Hearts Hello podcast's second anniversary and my son's 21st birthday, this episode explores the transformative power of perseverance through life's most challenging moments.

The wisdom behind Philippians 3:14 offers a profound yet simple message: don't give up. We often forget the obstacles we've already o...

A whisper from God led me to dust off a book I'd written a decade ago—"Bless Yourself Chronicles: 10 Steps to Breathe Life into your Redesign." Little did I know when penning those words that they would become the very blueprint I'd need to navigate the tumultuous decade ahead.

Tears streamed down my face as I flipped through pages written by a woman who had no idea she was about to face bankruptcy, div...

Have you ever noticed that sometimes the growth you've prayed for arrives wrapped in discomfort rather than peace? That moment when you realize you're changing—not reacting the way you used to, feeling uncomfortable in spaces that once felt safe, grieving connections you thought were permanent. 

This powerful exploration dives into the paradox of personal transformation: how progress can feel like loss. When we g...

Have you ever looked at your growth journey and wondered if it even counts as progress? That questioning voice usually shows up when our transformation doesn't match what's celebrated on social media—the loud, visible wins that come with external validation.

This episode tackles the painful disconnect between real growth and recognized growth. We explore why so many of us dismiss our quieter victories: the healin...

That heavy weight on your shoulders isn't crushing you—it's crowning you. When everything feels like it's falling apart, when you're questioning every decision, when your bank account doesn't match your dreams—this pressure point isn't your exit sign. It's your confirmation that breakthrough is closer than you think.

We've all been there—mining for diamonds with tired arms, ready to ...

What happens when we stop performing and start being real? After recording 100 episodes, I stepped back to ask myself what my soul needed to say next. The answer wasn't about going wider or louder—it was about going deeper.

That moment of clarity birthed the 40-Day Authenticity Challenge. Why 40 days? Because historically, spiritually, and personally, 40 represents transformation. Noah witnessed a world washed clean a...

Have you been silencing yourself, shrinking into rooms, and pretending to be okay just to keep the peace? That invisible tax you're paying—the energy spent maintaining a facade—is bankrupting your spirit.

The journey into understanding our hiding patterns often begins in childhood. For me, it started sitting in my father's closet after my parents divorced, eating sunflower seeds in silence because I lacked the la...

Have you been shrinking yourself to make others comfortable? Dimming your light to fit in? Saying yes when every part of your being screams no? You're not alone.

Welcome to the very first video episode of my podcast journey, where I'm pulling back the curtain on transformation and authenticity. For years, I served as a redesign coach, helping others navigate their journeys while silently struggling with my own. M...

Have you ever felt stuck in a waiting season, wondering if God has forgotten your prayers? That frustrating space between prayer and manifestation can leave us questioning everything—our timing, our worthiness, even our calling.

The truth about divine delays is both challenging and liberating. Through a deeply personal story of unexpected job loss that stretched from a temporary setback into a year-long journey, this episo...

What if that spiritual phrase we use so often—"I'm just waiting on God"—is actually fear dressed in church clothes? This raw, honest conversation peels back the layers of what true spiritual waiting looks like versus hiding behind passivity when we're simply afraid to take the next step.

Drawing from biblical examples like Noah who built an ark before seeing a single raindrop, we explore how preparation...

Are you missing the signs your life is sending you? In this episode of The Hearts Hello Show, host Keona Talana breaks down how to recognize the gentle whispers of your life, before they turn into breakdowns, burnout, or regret. If you've been feeling disconnected, uncertain, or stuck in survival mode, this episode offers practical and spiritual tools to help you pause, reflect, and realign.

Learn how to:

• Identify emotional ...

Have you ever worn exhaustion like a badge of honor? That's the dangerous trap we're challenging in this powerful conversation about why rest is actually a weapon, not a weakness.

As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, we're flipping the script on hustle culture. Society glorifies being busy, but when was the last time you genuinely rested without guilt? Not just sleep, but true restoration that clears you...

Are you postponing your happiness until some future milestone? Waiting to feel joy until everything in your life is perfectly aligned? 

Joy isn't a luxury reserved for when you've checked all the boxes—it's your birthright, available to you right now. In this heartfelt exploration of authentic joy, we dive into the profound difference between happiness (which is circumstantial) and joy (which is rooted deep ...