Balancing self-care and self-soothing can feel especially complicated as an entrepreneur. When hustle is normalized, boundaries blur, and rest often feels earned instead of necessary.

In this episode of Wise and WELL-THY, Ebony Unique sits down with Melody Johnson-Smith to explore the difference between self-care and self-soothing, why recognizing that distinction matters for entrepreneurs, and how both can play a role in sustaining your well-being while building and leading your own work. Together, they discuss practical ways to build self-awareness, identify healthier patterns, and take intentional steps toward caring for yourself... not just coping in the moment.

Melody also shares parts of her personal journey, including how lived traumatic experiences shaped her understanding of balance, healing, and purpose. Through vulnerability and reflection, she speaks to how she found herself along the way and how that journey ultimately led her to her current work as an entrepreneur, mentor, and ministry leader.

This conversation is honest, thoughtful, and rooted in growth. Offering perspective for entrepreneurs navigating personal healing, leadership, and redefining what self-care truly looks like.

⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes brief mention of childhood sexual abuse and a suicide attempt. These topics are shared with care and are not the primary focus of the conversation, but listener discretion is advised.

Ebony hosted Allison & Ebony for a reflection on 2025 and a vision for the new year. The group considers questions like - What if every Monday was like New Year's? What were the rose & thorn of the past year? What is your desired mindset? And, lastly, 'How do you define HEALTH?'

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Have you ever looked around and thought, “Why would anyone choose me?” This episode goes straight into the heart of what so many entrepreneurs feel — especially women. Saturation, comparison, imposter syndrome, and trying to build a business without losing your sanity.

Today, we sit down with Morgan Houck, esthetician and owner of MRH Aesthetics, who launched her business in a space that can feel overwhelmingly crowded. We talk about finding confidence, defining your niche, shifting your mindset, and balancing your health while running a business.

You’ll walk away with:

• Practical strategies to stand out without mimicking others
• How to stop comparison from stealing your joy
• What to do when imposter syndrome creeps in
• The truth about a “saturated” market
• How to balance hustle with health and self-care

If you’ve ever wondered whether your industry is too full, or if you're “behind” compared to everyone else around you, this one is for you.

Connect with Morgan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrhaesthetics/

Book an appt with Morgan: https://mrhaesthetics.com/