Your Mind, Your Body, Your Choice: It's YOUR Life...what are you going to do with it?
Pressure is real! Depression is taking our friends and family away from us in various ways and hate is at an all time high. How do I handle these things? Not always correctly, but eventually I figure it out. Walk with me as I not only share my pain, grief good and bad times, but also share adoption stories, abortion grief, how to break generational curses and grow in love. Listen in as I share others stories about the choices they have made whether right, wrong or indifferent. Email me at: Sonya.McQueen69@outlook.com with questions, comments or if...
Toxic at the top
Sometimes people cannot just walk away from toxic jobs because life, bills, and responsibilities do not stop. Listen in as I discuss workplace toxicity, anxiety, leadership failures, protecting your mental health, and learning how to leave unhealthy environments without losing yourself in the process.
Grace and Forgiveness...for YOU
Sometimes the biggest lesson comes from a complete stranger. This episode is not about charity, it is about grace, forgiveness, and the way so many of us quietly believe we do not deserve kindness, healing, or another chance. Listen in as I discuss self-forgiveness, compassion, and the unexpected conversation that stayed with me long after the rain stopped.
Wait for the lesson
Some jobs are assignments, some are preparation seasons, and some are simply funding the dream God placed in your heart. Listen in as I give my recent experience.
small incidents: BIG consequences
What looks like a small situation on the outside can leave damage people never see. Listen in as I speak on how everyday actions can carry consequences that last far beyond the moment.
Protect your energey at all cost
Listening in as I remind you…everyone doesn’t deserve a front-row seat in your life, and protecting your energy will always be your responsibility.
No 'BUT' allowed! What real accountability looks like
Taking ownership means standing in what you did without excuses, deflection, or turning the pain back on the other person. Listen in as I break down why real apologies don’t come with a “but” and what true accountability looks like in our relationships.
Your Worth is NON-NEGOTIABLE part 2
Too many people judge others based on their circumstances instead of recognizing their value. Listen in as I share why I refuse to negotiate anyone’s worth, no matter what they’re going through.
Alzheimer's Througha Daughter's Eyes
Listen in as I speak to a devoted daughter as she shares the reality of caring for her mother through Alzheimer’s disease, from recognizing the signs to navigating the emotional toll it takes on your own mental health. At its core, it’s a story of patience, resilience, and choosing love every single day.
(Janice's book 'Alzheimer's through a daughter's eyes" can be found on Amazon.
Give it freely: The power of small acts
I share how I move with intention, spreading love, positivity, and gratitude in everyday moments, and why the smallest gestures can make the biggest impact. Listen in as I remind you how powerful your presence, your words, and your kindness truly are.
Doing what works for YOU
Sometimes, the 'right' advice can quietly pull you away from what has always worked for you. Listen in as I speak on having to find my way back to what works...for me.
The Joy of Getting Back on Track
Sometimes we lose our way without even realizing it, taking turns that lead us further than we ever intended. This episode is a reminder that even when you feel completely lost, the journey back can bring a level of joy, clarity, and gratitude you never had before. Listen in as I tell about one of the several times I have been lost.
Grace, Growth and getting it WRONG
Age doesn't make you mature, accountability does. Grace covers you, but growth changes you. Listen in as I expose one of my biggest issues with me and how I try to handle it.
Mentors and Mentees
Sonya and Paula.....This conversation on mentorship offered real insight for both current and future mentors and mentees, grounded in discernment, growth, and purpose. Listen in as we talk through what it truly means to guide, be guided, and build the right connections.
Check your words; Change your life
We all go through things, but when every word we speak is negative, we begin to shape our reality around it. Listen in as I share how shifting what we speak can change not only our mindset, but our lives.
Good Friday is HERE
Good Friday reminds us that what looks like loss, rejection, and endings can actually be the beginning of something greater, even when life feels at its lowest. Through faith, personal experience, and purpose-driven work with Led by Motivation Outreach, Inc., I share why your hardest moments are not the end of your story… listen in as I share my thoughts.
Giving light to importance
Sometimes we give too much energy to moments that don't deserve it; allowing small situations to steal our peace. Growth is learning to pause, choose differently and protect who you are instead of reacting to everything. Listen in as I recount what happened to me this morning.
Shifts in life
Not every shift in life feels good, but every shift has purpose. Even when you don't understand it in the moment, it's moving you, growing you and positioning you for what's next. Listen in as I explain.
Saved by the Shift
Sometimes what feels like a delay, an inconvenience, or a change in plans may actually be protecting you or redirecting you right on time.
Listen in as I discuss.
Human Unity
Differences make life beautiful—we admire how trees, plants, and animals of every kind live together in harmony, yet as humans we often struggle to accept differences in religion, nationality, or appearance. Listen in as I share my thoughts on why the very things that make us different should be what bring us together.
Make Your Dreams Your Reality… But Don’t Make Your Dreams Someone Else’s Assignment
Pursuing your dreams can be exciting, but it can also become complicated when we expect the people closest to us to carry the same vision and responsibility that we do. Listen in as I share how I feel about this topic.
Stop saying it isn't your business
Often times people don't want to get involved when they notice others in distress; is that you? Listen in as I give a little loving encouragement to help the next person that you see in need.
Protect your mental health
There are times when people ask general questions about how you are feeling, but really don't pay attention to your response....listen in as I speak of this happening to me recently.
Assigned or allowed?
If you are anything like me, you have often brought people into your life, allowing them access to your heart, your family...your home, and were greatly disappointed when they failed you. You put a lot of time and energy into building a 'ship' with them, with no return of care; that is because these people were allowed into your life - by you! Assigned 'ships' are ordained. Listen in as I discuss the difference.
Is stealing the same on all levels?
Have you ever stole anything? Picture me asking, 'have you eva' been thief'in? I have. Now, have you ever stole something from someone and didn't care about the outcome? Ready to hurt them over items they worked hard to purchase because you felt more deserving? Me either...let's discuss.
Why should you shrink to make them feel bigger?
Have you ever met someone for the first time and they instantly don't like you? You walk in a room and eyes roll? Yeah...me too! Listen in as I discuss how we all should handle such people.
That morning song in my heart
I wake up with a song in my head every...single...day! Listen in as I discuss the music that is playing in my head before my feet even touch the floor. Don't judge the singing...lol
Change is inevitable...why are you fighting it?
I love the fact that I am aging. That means that I have another chance to get it right. Listen in as I speak on people that don't want to age.
Beyond Human Intervention
Being prepared doesn't mean things will always go in your favor. You may not get that job, end up with the person you are interested in or, be able to save that life. Listen in as I give you a little loving advice.
Don't abuse the trust
Trust is a gift. If someone extends it to you, hold it close to you and cherish it. Listen in as I discuss what genuine trust is like.
Don't give up
Sometimes when things don't happen the way we want, when we want, we move on and say that thing is dead, it is no longer an option. Say this with me: My dreams, goals, business, love, life...it isn't dead - it is just dormant. Listen in as I give (mostly me) hope.
His name was Francis
Love, appreciation, empathy, support, happiness, affection, good, support, hugs, friendship, prayers, smiles, blessing...give freely.
Sonya
Speak positivity first
I can't be the only person that notices the things I am slacking in, the errors I make and/or the improvements I need to make before thinking of the good things I am doing....can I? If not, listen in...this is for us. www.ledbymotivationoutreach.com
That is just the way I am
There are times people say, 'that is just the way I am... deal with it' and you should. There are other times they use those words, and you understand the lack of growth they are showing. How do you know when to accept those words and when to call bullsh*t and tell someone to grow up? Listen in as I discuss.
Santa Claus is a woman!
Were you raised believing in Santa? If so, what were you told? How old were you when you realized the Santa story wasn't quite accurate? Listen in as I share a short story with you all.
Revamping 2026
Just a few reminders of how to reach me if you need and wishing you all a happy holiday.
Doubling down on the self love
This is what I have been on for the last month; loving yourself and showing yourself as much positive energy as you show others. Sometimes we give people we barely know more positive energy then we pour into ourselves; let's do better. Listen in as I drop a little positive energy into you.
Your worth is non-negotiable
Have you ever questioned your worth because of how others treated you? Yeah… me too. Listen in as I express your worth...and how allowing others to minimize it is non-negotiable.
Peace over Chaos
If I wrote down every chaotic thing I faced this week—mentally, emotionally, physically, and in my relationships—and compared it to the moments where I chose peace instead, the difference would be clear. Today, I’m sharing how I finally chose my peace over someone else’s chaos.
So, you are embarrassed of your past?
Have you had situations in your past that you pray no one ever finds out about? Do you avoid certain people because they know about your skeletons and you don't want to be outed? If this is you, listen to my thoughts on this subject.
Don't leave the lonely alone
I apologize for the sound. It was raining and I am not always self aware. LOL
Have you ever been to a party, or a group gathering and no one spoke to you, or you noticed someone else that was being excluded from all communication?
Have you ever included a lonely person in your guest list for the holidays so they would not be sad and alone?
Listen in as I speak on both of these subjects. It may change who you invite to your Christmas dinner.