From Catepillar to Butterfly
In this inaugural episode of the Real Talk, Real Change podcast, host Tonya Reese shares her journey of overcoming fear and embracing her calling to support women who feel lost or alone. She emphasizes the importance of community, authenticity, and faith in navigating life’s challenges. The podcast aims to create a safe space for open conversations and personal growth, encouraging women to uplift and inspire one another.
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A new year doesn’t require a new you; it requires a willing heart and a faith-filled yes. Let this be your moment to reset, release, and walk forward knowing God is already ahead of you.
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In this special Christmas encouragement episode of Real Talk, Real Change, Tonya Reese pauses the six-part series to create space for reflection, honesty, and rest during a season that can feel heavy for many women. While Christmas is often presented as joyful and celebratory, this episode gently acknowledges the quiet grief, unanswered prayers, emotional weariness, and loneliness that can surface when the noise fades. Through the ...
Faith isn’t just about what you believe; it’s about who you think you are in Christ. In this episode of Real Talk Real Change, we engage in the conversation every woman needs to have about Christian faith, identity, and personal transformation. We explore how understanding your identity in Christ shapes your decisions, strengthens your faith, and anchors you in God’s purpose, regardless of age, past mistakes, or perceived delays. T...
In this episode of Real Talk Real Change, hosts Shymia Lee and Tonya dive deep into the ongoing journey of understanding personal identity, hearing God’s voice, and embracing transformation. This transparent and faith-centered conversation unpacks how relationships, social media, expectations, and obedience shape who we become. Together, they explore why identity isn’t a one-time revelation, but a daily unfolding, something God gro...
In this heartfelt episode, we explore the journey through anhedonia (emotional numbness), depression, and the feeling of being disconnected from yourself, shedding light on feelings of emptiness and emotional numbness. If you’re struggling with mental health, know you're not alone; we offer grief advice and practical steps on how to feel emotions again. Tune in for insights and support! In this episode of Real Talk, Real Change, To...
Not every woman feels joyful during the holidays. Some are grieving someone who won’t be at the table this year. Some feel forgotten by the very people they’ve poured into. Some will sit in a room full of family and still feel painfully unseen. In this Thanksgiving episode of Real Talk Real Change, Tonya Reese speaks directly to the woman experiencing holiday loneliness, grief, rejection, emptiness, or silent heartbreak....
Join us for an episode filled with inspiring stories and deep self-reflection, focusing on self-improvement and the challenges of a healing journey. We discuss how to find yourself and live with authenticity on this self-development path. This episode offers motivation for anyone seeking personal growth, identity, purpose, and a more fulfilling life.
Welcome to Episode 25 of Real Talk Real Change — a milestone moment where the mic ...
Join us for an episode filled with inspiring stories and deep self-reflection. We explore the winding paths of personal growth and the challenges of a healing journey. Learn how to find yourself and live with authenticity on this self-discovery journey.
Becoming Her is a heart-to-heart conversation about what happens in the sacred space between who we were and who we’re becoming. In this transparent and faith-filled episode, host T...
Welcome to another episode of Real Talk Real Change with your host, Tonya Reese. In this heartfelt and faith-filled conversation, Tonya is joined by the amazing Shymeia Lee, a wife, mother, and lover of God who shares her powerful story of transformation and identity. Together, they dive deep into what it truly means to discover your identity in Christ, exploring how your relationship with God can shape every part of your life, fro...
Welcome back to Real Talk Real Change! Find your unique gift and then seek out who the expert finders are in that field so you can create an environment for success! Putting yourself in the right social environment is key to growth and motivation. This inspirational video will encourage a success mindset! This episode explores the importance of adopting a growth mindset and continuing on your motivational journey. Learn how to main...
When the lights go off and the noise fades, the truth gets loud. You pray. You serve. You smile. But deep down… you feel unseen, unworthy, and tired of pretending you’re okay. This episode is a heart check. Because disobedience doesn’t just start with outward actions — it begins in unbelief. When we choose not to believe what God says about who we are, we reject His truth and align with a lie. In today’s conversation, we’re pulling...
In this soul-stirring episode of Real Talk Real Change, host Tonya Reese invites you to pause, reflect, and look deeper into the mirror of your soul. Through a faith-based lens, Tonya explores the powerful themes of identity, purpose, and self-reflection, reminding us that true healing begins when we stop rushing past the reflection. In this episode, we dive into the importance of self-reflection during life’s challenging moments. ...
Are you still struggling with feelings of unworthiness? You are not alone—but you don’t have to stay there.
In this empowering episode, host Tonya Reese and guest Tera dive into the keys to overcoming self-doubt, healing from the past, and embracing your true worth in Christ.
Highlights include:
How to stop letting insecurity control your life
The role of identity in Christ in building confidence
Why maturity, accountability, and...
When you look in the mirror, do you see flaws or do you see the woman God created you to be? In this episode of Real Talk Real Change, Tonya Reese shares how mirror work and faith can transform your life, helping you move past shame, embrace healing, and walk boldly in God’s purpose for your life. Through personal stories and biblical truth, you’ll discover how to: Overcome negative self-talk and self-doubt, Embrace your true ident...
Summary In this episode of Real Talk Real Change, Tonya Reese explores the theme of identity in Christ, emphasizing the importance of understanding who we are beyond societal labels. She discusses the journey of self-discovery, the biblical truths that affirm our worth, and the process of eradicating negative labels. Tonya encourages listeners to embrace their true identity, declare God's promises, and recognize the ongoing nature ...
When someone asks “Who are you?” do you list roles or identity? Today we lay down false labels and agree with who God says we are. In this episode, Tonya contrasts roles vs. identity, asks “Who told you that?” (Gen 3:11), and walks through a simple two-column Identity Audit to replace lies with Scripture. New episodes every Thursday at Noon.
Scriptures mentioned: Gen 3:11; Rom 12:2; 2 Cor 10:3–5; Jer 31:3; John 1:12; 2 Cor 5:17; Ep...
Tonya shares in this Real Talk Real Change episode how God provides the keys to the kingdom through His Word, offering viewers a message of hope. Understanding who I am in Christ is crucial for accessing available blessings through faith. Remember to seek guidance through prayer and scripture. When you’re asked, “Who are you?” do you list roles—or reveal identity? In this episode, we unpack 7 biblical truths that anchor who you are...
When you experience hindrances or challenges in life, rely on faith and know that God's word is there to help you overcome adversity. Embrace God's promises and know that you can persevere. Do you know the power of speaking God’s Word over your life? In this episode of Real Talk Real Change with Tonya Reese, you’ll discover life-changing biblical affirmations to strengthen your faith, defeat fear, and walk in your God-given purpose...
Are you ready to see yourself the way God sees you? In this episode of Real Talk Real Change, I share my personal journey of healing through mirror work is a powerful self-love practice that helped me break free from past pain, rediscover my identity, and embrace God’s purpose for my life. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, past trauma, or feeling “not enough,” this message is for you. Together, we’ll explore biblical truth,...
In this episode of the Real Talk Real Change Podcast, Tonya Reese discusses stewarding your potential and why growth is your God given responsibility. As well as the significance of personal growth and development, it emphasizes the responsibility we each have to nurture our God given gifts. She shares insights from her transformative experience at the 2025 Podcast Summit, the value of “getting in the room” with experts, and the bi...
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