It's been an incredible 14 months of podcasting, and I am so proud of the work we have done here so far. In the spirit of taking my own advice, there are things in my own life that need more of my attention and to take a higher priority. Therefore, it's time to step back and take a break from the podcast. But rest assured, my friends, that I am definitely coming back. This episode is not a goodbye - it's see you soon. And in the meantime, please enjoy the content library we've built here of more than a year of content around radical self-care both personally and professionally.

Rest and downtime are important for professional success, well-being, and preventing burnout. Dr. Cherie discusses how prioritizing rest through various means like meditation, breaks, and scheduling downtime can improve mental health, creativity, decision-making, and physical health, ultimately leading to greater productivity, job satisfaction, and long-term sustainability in your career.

In this episode, Dr. Cherie explores strategies for managing time in a way that prioritizes self-care, including tips for avoiding burnout and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

This week, Dr. Cherie is discussing the power of saying no and the impact it can have on your personal life, including tips for gracefully declining requests and managing expectations.

In this episode, Dr. Cherie discusses the importance of establishing and maintaining boundaries in human service work through setting clear policies and procedures, training staff on ethics and best practices, and setting personal boundaries to prevent burnout and promote a healthy work-life balance.

This month, Dr. Cherie is talking about radical professional self-care. Today's episode is all about setting and maintaining boundaries in your professional environment, and how this contributes to your overall well-being.

Have you ever considered the intersection of individual and collective well-being? In this episode, Dr. Cherie is exploring the concept that engaging in community care is a form of self-care, including social support, shared resources and responsibilities, cultural and emotional nourishment, reciprocity, and so much more.

This week, Dr. Cherie is discussing the importance of radical self-care for human service professionals through continuous learning, personal development, goal setting and implementing customized self-care strategies to prevent burnout. Dr. Cherie emphasizes that organizations need policies and support for self-care practices to trickle down to staff to avoid high turnover rates due to burnout.

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges, adapt to adversity and grow stronger in the face of difficulties. And of course, these are things that will grow and enhance over time. In this episode, Dr. Cherie is sharing tactics and strategies to build resilience this year through radical self-care practices and coping with challenges in a healthy way.

In this episode, we're diving deep into the topic of radical self-care, especially for my fellow human service professionals out there. As we all know, this work can be draining if we aren't pouring back into ourselves. I want to have an honest chat about burnout and how we can shift our mindsets to prioritize our well-being before we get to that point.

In this episode, Dr. Cherie is exploring myths and real talk about human trafficking. Remember, even after Human Trafficking Prevention Month ends, the work never stops. Let's keep this dialogue going. Let's keep this support going. Let's keep this education going. Reach out to Dr. Cherie on Instagram and tell her what you've learned this past month and what you've been inspired to do as a result of what you've heard.

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, so for the next few weeks, we'll be talking about joining the fight and spreading awareness of human trafficking, slave labor, child trafficking, sex trafficking, and more.

Have you ever wondered why February, the shortest month of the year, is the month we celebrate Black History Month? Well, research shows historical significance around why February is Black History Month. This month on The Passionate Stewardship Podcast, we are going to honor and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of our exceptional ancestors who paved the way for us to do the human services work we do today and speak to some 'Passionate Stewards' who are doing some life-changing work and representing their community and culture in remarkable ways.

Today's episode is an interview with Melinda Sampson, Community Outreach Coordinator with NC Stop Human Trafficking. She's sharing insights into the problem of human trafficking and resources available for victims and advocates.

We've talked about how to build resilience within your non-profit organization on this podcast over the last few weeks. In this episode, Dr. Cherie is going even deeper on this topic, because building a culture of resilience and support is critical for the well-being of your team and the populations you serve. From work-life balance to mental health resources and flexible work policies, this episode is packed full of tips, strategies, and important information for leaders of non-profit organizations. Grab your notebook and get ready to take some notes!

Last week, Dr. Cherie explored the concept of resilience, because she's decided this is a major theme she is carrying with her into her vision for 2024. In this episode, she's diving into some strategic resilience-building practices, especially for those of us who are working in or leading community-based non-profit organizations.

This time of year is perfect for reflecting and setting goals and visions for ourselves for the upcoming year. Dr. Cherie is taking some time in this episode to reflect on the ups and downs of 2023, and to share her personal insights and vision casting for 2024. In particular, she's reflecting on and exploring the meaning of resilience (which just might be her next 'word of the year'). Resilience resonates particularly deeply with human services professionals and organizational leaders. Do you have a 'word of the year' you're thinking about for 2024?

It's our final episode of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Dr. Cherie is further explaining the Power and Control Wheel and some of the remaining components and tactics of domestic violence. Tune in to improve your understanding and awareness when it comes to the tactics and methods that abusers use to gain power and control, and to learn more about how we can support survivors, especially in a culturally sensitive way.

In this episode, Dr. Cherie has invited three special guests: some of the amazing women she works with at Wesley Shelter, who are lending their voices and expertise to the topic of domestic violence awareness.

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, today's episode is about different types of abuse and where they fall on the Power and Control Wheel. Domestic Violence can look like a lot of different things beyond physical abuse. In addition to physical abuse, Dr. Cherie is breaking down emotional abuse, financial abuse, sexual abuse, technology-facilitated abuse, and more. These episodes are important, but also pretty heavy, so make sure to take care of yourself. After all, as we like to say around here, radical self-care is health care.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In today's episode, learn about the prevalence of domestic violence, the links between systemic racism and domestic violence, the psychology of victims and survivors, and how to support those affected by domestic violence.

In the final episode of our series about starting a non-profit, Dr. Cherie is talking about what to do after you get all the legal aspects of your non-profit set up. In today's episode, learn about setting goals, evaluating and measuring your organization's impact, fundraising and financial sustainability, and more.

Grab a notebook because in today's episode, Dr. Cherie is covering a LOT of details about the financial and legal requirements when setting up your non-profit organization. And remember, if this feels overwhelming, you can contact LC Consulting for support.

Now that we've talked about your why and your motivation behind starting your non-profit organization, this episode is all about the first legal and business tasks to take to set up the actual organization. And if this sounds overwhelming or complicated, never fear! Dr. Cherie's consulting company, LC Consulting and Coaching, can help you with each step along the way.

So you want to start a non-profit? Well, it takes a lot of key characteristics to be a successful non-profit founder and leader. Today, Dr. Cherie is talking about some of the most important character traits to help you find success with your non-profit.