In this powerful solo episode of The Q-Chat, Shronda Armstrong gets raw and unfiltered about the reality of modern “empowerment groups” and the challenges of building authentic friendships as women. While some spaces are genuine and life-giving, others can feel performative or rooted in unhealed wounds.

Shronda shares her personal experiences creating authentic community through Pink Reign, while also diving into the pressures women face to connect, please, and call everyone a “friend.” This episode is a deep reflection on boundaries, discernment, and the role of self-love in choosing the right relationships.

Episode Chapters:

• 00:00 – Empowerment and Authentic Connections

• 05:54 – Navigating Friendships and Boundaries

• 11:58 – The Impact of Unhealed Wounds

• 18:04 – The Pressure of Female Friendships

• 24:01 – Understanding Boundaries in Empowerment Groups

• 30:09 – The Importance of Self-Love and Discernment

  
  

Listen now to discover:

• Why some “empowerment” spaces fall short of their promise

• How unhealed wounds shape women’s friendships

• Why setting and respecting boundaries is essential

• The pressure women face to be “friends with everyone”

• How self-love fuels authentic connections and helps you discern what spaces and people are right for you

  
  

Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember—self-love is the fuel to be a good friend, a vessel for others, and to know when it’s time to step away. Geaux Love Ya'self!

In this heartfelt episode of The Q-Chat, host Shronda Armstrong sits down with model, mother, and Bravo's King’s Court cast member Tari Elegele. From growing up in a large family to facing grief, single motherhood, and reclaiming her voice, Tari opens up about her real-life journey to self-love and healing.

She shares how losing her first love reshaped her world, how she found the strength to open her heart again, and why self-love became her foundation. Vulnerable, raw, and empowering, this episode is a reminder that you are love, and that healing starts within.

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Tari Elegele
01:30 – Modeling Beginnings and Her Mother’s Influence
02:35 – Growing Up in a Large Family & Humble Roots
05:15 – Cultural Identity & Dual Heritage
06:20 – Challenges in Modeling as a Woman of Color
10:13 – Career Highlights: From Volkswagen to WhatsApp
12:52 – Letting Go of the 9–5 & Embracing Authenticity
17:30 – Grief, Loss, and the Story of Troy
23:40 – Choosing to Open Her Heart to Love Again
29:15 – Saying Yes to King’s Court
32:33 – Insecurity, Singleness & Self-Worth
38:00 – Building Sisterhood on Reality TV
41:04 – Self-Love, Reflection & Daily Affirmation
45:16 – Tari’s Closing Words: “I Am Love”

Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember: Geaux reclaim your power. Geaux walk in your truth. And most importantly—Geaux love ya’self.

Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment.

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In this raw and vulnerable solo episode of The Q-Chat, host Shronda Armstrong invites listeners into a deeply personal space of reflection following the unexpected passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner. With heavy hearts and open minds, we explore the impact of sudden loss—not just of a beloved figure many of us grew up with, but of time, opportunity, and the unspoken words we often leave behind.

Shronda shares candid thoughts on mortality, grief, and how celebrity deaths can stir something profound within us. This conversation journeys through the importance of mending relationships, letting go of resentment, and choosing to live each day with intention. From her own challenges with forgiveness to the urgency of honoring our loved ones while they’re still here, this episode is an emotional reminder of how fragile life truly is.

As you listen, you’ll be encouraged to reevaluate your connections, cherish your time, walk in your purpose, and find joy in the present moment—even on the hard days. Because in the end, death reminds us of one simple truth: we must live while we’re still here.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Reflections on Mortality and Celebrity Deaths
11:31 – The Impact of Death on Personal Relationships
21:14 – Living with Purpose and Gratitude
31:32 – Embracing Life and Overcoming Fear
41:55 – Closing Message: Live, Love, and Geaux Love Ya’self

Connect with Shronda at ⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember: Geaux reclaim your power. Geaux walk in your truth. And most importantly—Geaux love ya’self. 💗👑

Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment.

Visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@iam_geauxqueen⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠@theqchat_podcast⁠⁠⁠

In this powerful episode of The Q-Chat, we’re joined by the dynamic Telesa Wright—Luxury Certified Real Estate Broker, Certified Elevation Coach, award-winning author of Look Back For What, and founder of the healing movement Patio Conversations. Telesa opens up about her journey of confronting past trauma, releasing abandonment wounds, and reclaiming her identity with boldness and grace.

Through transparency, purpose, and truth, she shares how she turned pain into power and continues to create judgment-free spaces for women to rise. Whether you're on a healing journey or redefining your worth, this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to look back to validate your power.

It’s time to Geaux reclaim your power.

• The meaning behind her powerful book Look Back For What

• How Telesa turned trauma and abandonment into purpose and empowerment

• Reclaiming identity after shame and emotional wounds

• The heart and mission behind Patio Conversations and its national impact

• Why healing isn’t optional if you want to break generational cycles

• How she balances roles as a real estate broker, coach, speaker, and author

• The mindset shift every woman must make to rise with intention

• Her definition of self-love—and how it evolved through her journey

• Advice to her younger self and women still carrying their past

Connect with Shronda at ⁠www.geauxqueen.com⁠ for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember: Geaux reclaim your power. Geaux walk in your truth. And most importantly—Geaux love ya’self. 💗👑

Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment.

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In this deeply personal solo episode of The Q-Chat, Shronda Armstrong returns with a powerful message about the strength, clarity, and healing found in letting go. From toxic family dynamics to broken friendships and the pressure to forgive too soon, she explores why setting boundaries—and even cutting ties—isn't cruel, it's self-love.

Shronda reflects on the emotional labor of being the family scapegoat, the pain of people-pleasing, and the silent weight of unspoken trauma. She challenges the idea that forgiveness must be immediate, confronts cut-off culture, and reminds listeners that preserving your peace is not up for debate.

This episode is for anyone who's ever walked away and wrestled with guilt—or is still finding the courage to do so.

“There is good in goodbye. There's peace on the other side. And you are worthy of that peace.”

We're covering:

• The truth about cutting people off

• People-pleasing as a trauma response

• Family scapegoating and generational shame

• The real cost of ignoring red flags

• Forgiving on your timeline

• Reclaiming your peace, power, and purpose

  
  

Connect with Shronda at www.geauxqueen.com for podcast episodes, magazine features, Pink Reign calls, and in-person empowerment events in Dallas. And remember:
You don’t need their permission to protect your peace. Geaux let go.

Follow for weekly conversations on self-love, healing, and empowerment.

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In this solo episode, host Shronda Armstrong gets real about the emotional weight of feeling unsupported by those closest to us—and why it shouldn't stop your shine. She unpacks how social media can distort our expectations of support, the importance of discernment in relationships, and the power of self-validation.

From navigating friendships and silent critics to finding your inner cheerleader, Shronda offers a powerful message for every uncelebrated Queen. If you’ve ever questioned who’s truly in your corner or felt the sting of silence when you needed a cheerleader—this episode is for you.

This conversation is a reminder that the journey to greatness often starts with celebrating ourselves first.

You don’t need applause to be amazing. You just need permission to Geaux shine anyway.

Take a listen. Don’t let their silence silence you.

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In Episode 212 of The Q-Chat Podcast, host Shronda Armstrong sits down with HIV/AIDS advocate and two-time cancer survivor Kecia J for a transparent, powerful conversation about what it means to finally put down the “Superwoman” cape and begin healing from the inside out.

Together, they explore how trauma impacts identity, why survival is not the same as healing, and how Black women can give themselves permission to rest, be soft, and speak truth without guilt. Kecia shares her journey of advocacy, survival, and self-love—and reminds us that our stories are not our shame—they are our strength.

This episode is for every woman who’s tired of performing strength and is ready to step into her healing.

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In this empowering episode of The Q-Chat, host Shronda Armstrong is joined by Myisha Procter for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to celebrate yourself—every single day.

Because here’s the truth: you are the moment. You are valuable, worthy, and deserving of your own celebration—not just when you achieve something, but even in your becoming. You don’t need a milestone to affirm your greatness.

Whether you’re healing, evolving, or simply learning to put yourself first, this episode will remind you that daily self-love is not a luxury—it’s a necessity.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why self-celebration matters (especially for women of color)

• How to stop waiting for outside validation

• Affirming your self-worth on purpose

• Real talk for purpose-driven Queens on a journey of growth

This is your reminder to Geaux be the celebration you’ve been waiting for every day—because the crown has always been yours.

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