Many times we feel the pressure to keep up with these social media influencers that we compromise. We compromise our integrity, our mental health and our loved ones. We do all we can to please people and forget to prioritize

Many times we get jealous of people we could learn from. As women, many of us would rather tear down the sister next to us, instead of lifting her up. We don’t realize that person could hold the key to our next destination. We ought to be uplifting, celebrating and encouraging those around us.  Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/.

Many women deal with postpartum depression and are afraid to say anything because they don’t want to be seen as though they are incapable of taking care of their child or themselves. Speaking up and seeking help is not a sign of weakness but of strength. Moms have one of THE MOST important jobs on this planet. So it’s time we give ourselves grace. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/.

As mothers, it’s in our nature to put everyone else before us. However, we fail to realize that we can’t give what we don’t have. A happy mommy is a happy baby/child. Taking care of ourselves doesn’t only benefit us, but also those in our care. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/.

TMP Pick Me Up is back for its third season with a new baby, new project, new guests, and a higher level of transparency. Going through labor is not easy. So, it is imperative to have someone there to advocate on your behalf in order to focus on giving birth in peace. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/.

We are always trying to live up to everyone's expectations, not realizing how unhealthy that can be. We let people dictate how we should live our lives and give them the power they don't deserve. It is time we take control of who we are and our happiness. the question should never be "am I living up to their expectations," rather, am I pleasing God with the way I am living my life. We need to start looking within ourselves and ask why are we so worried about what they think. It doesn't matter who the person is and their title, we can not allow anyone to govern our lives to the point of depression and not being able to walk on purpose. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we wanted to share a story with you all. We also want to first remind you that if you have experienced this, it is not your fault. There's nothing you could have done to make the person not do what they did to you. Regardless of how long it has been, it is never too late to speak up and take your voice back. Do not allow anyone to keep you in that victimization state. Use your voice and share your story. Also, do not be afraid to seek therapy to help deal with that trauma. To all the parents out there, We encourage you to start teaching your children the proper name of their body parts at an early age. Teach them about appropriate and non-appropriate touching. Let them know and show them that they are safe with you, and should something happen to know it is more than ok to come and speak to you about it. Too many kids suffer in silence because they are afraid to speak up and don't feel safe. We can't change the heart of these people who do these things, but we can change how we respond and speak up. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

Many women grew up not liking other women due to them not seeing healthy women relationships growing up. We feel like there always has to be a competition. We tear each other down because we ourselves don't know our worth. We say we are just keeping it real when really we are just projecting the pain and the hurt we ourselves carry. This is a reminder to all women that we are phenomenal, powerful, world changers, life-givers, multitaskers, resilient, and much more. It is time that we truly learn who we are and embrace ourselves. It is also time for us as women to put our heads together and stop tearing one another down. We are stronger together. we are way more than just our bodies. We are exceptional! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

It seems like it is always much easier to forgive ourselves than it is to forgive others. We release them, while we keep ourselves in bondage. We fail to understand that we can't pour from an empty cup. We have to learn to forgive others, as we forgive ourselves. If we wouldn't talk to, serve, treat, and act with others this way, why do we do it to ourselves? Not being able to love and forgive ourselves is an indication that we shouldn't be trusted to love and forgive others. We cannot give what we don't have. We must learn to embrace, love, cherish, respect, honor, and forgive ourselves before we can do that for anyone else. The way we allow others to treat us is a huge indication of how we feel about ourselves. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

Many times we allow something that happened in 30 minutes to keep us stagnant for 15 years. We use these things as a crutch to not move forward. We allow what people have done to keep us from moving forward and becoming our best selves. We claim we are over it, but every time we see that person, our mood changes, we tense up, and we start having anxiety. No one should have that much power over us. We should be able to move on for our peace's sake. Also, many of us feel like that person does not deserve our forgiveness, not taking into account that we may and we will do things that we ourselves will need forgiveness for. The same grace we want, we should be able to give. Every time we chose to not forgive, we chose to allow this person to keep us in bondage. That person will move on with their lives, while we continue to hold on to what they did. With forgiveness comes freedom. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

With January 28th being my 30th birthday, I am just overwhelmed with gratitude. I never thought I would see 30 years, due to so much I have endured since childhood. I have dealt with so much trauma, depression, PTSD, suicidal thoughts/attempts, yet and still I am here. Now I am walking into my 30s so free, happy, confident, and more. In that same token, I want each of us to take the time and pinpoint the many things we can be grateful for. No matter how small it is. Though 2020 was so crappy for many, we do not have to take all of that crap and make it our 2021. This is a year where we can make it whatever we wish. We don't have to hold on to all the negative. May we free ourselves and be better. We deserve to be better, but we first have to start with a heart of gratitude. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

Many times we think we can run away from our past and not having to deal with it. We think we can cover it all up with money, fame, and call it a success. The past is not something anyone can just escape. Past trauma, pain, hurt, can all become the very chain that binds us. in order to experience freedom, we must face these things and allow ourselves to heal and grow. we can only masquerade these things for so long. Eventually, what's inside will begin to spew out. we will begin to not only self destruct, but push away so many great people that could have been great assets in our lives. This is why so many commit suicide and go into a deep depression. May we give ourselves a chance to be great, by dealing and healing from the things that plague us. It is time to unpack, heal, and let go. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

With everything going on with the presidential election and COVID cases going up, please be sure to take care of yourself. Take the necessary precaution needed for your safety and your loved ones. Remember to be mindful of those around you who are still healing from miscarriages, infant loss, and stillbirth. Be mindful of the things you say. Not everything you can do, you should do. Use wisdom in your approach, and if you don't know ow what to say, it is OK! Just let the person know that you are there for them and allow your presence to be felt. If you are hurting, it is ok to say "I am hurting". No one can read your mind, and vulnerability is not a weakness, but a strength. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

During times like this, many are not sure of what they should NOT say to those hurting. Some end up putting their foot in their mouths with the things they say. We have to mindful to not say things that will be throwing salt on that person's wounds. May we ask ourselves, "if that was me, how would I respond to what I am about to say to this person?" Even if you have never had a loss like this, you may have had a loss one that passed away. Picture how that made you feel, and what you wanted to hear at that time. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

One in four women have had a miscarriage. that is a lot of woman suffering in silence. Yet, things like this are barely talked about. Many do not seem to understand the trauma a woman's body goes through during that time. Many do not understand the toll it takes on the mind. Due to a lack of education and much ignorances, many unconsciously throw salt on that womb when they speak to a woman who is going through something like this. I first hand have experienced this, I know the toll it takes. So, this month we will be doing some education on the do's and don'ts Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

It breaks my heart to know that Breonna Taylor's family was not able to get justice for her. why is it that the life of an animal seems to be more important than that of a black person? Not only do we have to teach our black sons how to avoid being killed, but now we have to also teach our black daughters how to avoid being killed in their own homes. When will it be enough? This year has truly taught me to value my peace more than anything else. I implore you all to please hold on to your loved ones a little tighter. at any given moment any of us could die. Live a life that is purposeful and worth living. make every moment count. Love harder. Hug your loved ones tighter. Live a peaceful, purposeful, legacy life. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

As someone who has had many suicide attempts, I know first hand how difficult it can be dealing with depression. we allow the things going on in our lives to feed us this lie about us not matter. We tell ourselves that this world would be better without us in it. forgetting that we are here for a purpose. No matter how bad it seems, it will not last always. After the rain, the sun will shine. There is so much help out there. Please do not be ashamed to speak up and seek help. To those of us who ask others how they are doing when we don't really care, may we no longer do that. Many are fighting a battle we know nothing of. May we learn to truly care for one another. May we learn to care for those in our lives. If someone we know has become withdrawn suddenly, may we make it our business to check and make sure that person is ok. Let us be that listening ear, that shoulder, that voice. we never know how many lives can be saved just thought a simple act of kindness. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

Don't allow yourself to sit and die in silence. I know it can be easier said than done, but remember no one can read your mind. If something is wrong and doesn't sit well with you, please speak up. You have to teach people how to treat you by setting boundaries for what you will and will not allow. Remember, it is not what you say, but how it is said. You are not a doormat, so do not allow people to walk all over you. You don't have to be mean and angry to get your point across. You can respectfully speak up and say how you feel. Your feelings are valid, but don't let it control you. With everything, acknowledge how you feel, find out whats the cause of it, deal with it, then move on. God has given you a voice, be sure to make use of it. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_ https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

With all of us adjusting to our new normalcy as parents, let us not just place our children in front of the computer, then just leave without checking in to make sure they are paying attention and not being disruptive. Let us give these teachers the support they need to teach our children properly. May we make it clear to our kids that disrespect will not be tolerated. It is tough and stressful for us all, so let's work together to make it better. For those of us who homeschool, may we be a little bit more patient with ourselves and our little ones. I know it is challenging, but parents please know that we are the best teacher for our children. If they see that we are ready to give up, they will want to give up as well. Also, The deadline for the giveaway is August 28th!! We here love to give back in every way we can. To enter this giveaway, be sure to go on IG and follow the instructions. If you do not have Instagram or Facebook, be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and email us at themasterspiece@wolkenzyepascal.com to enter. Even if you’re not interested, I’m sure someone you know or who may be following you might be. So please share this giveaway and let’s make this happen together. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_/https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support

With school opening, I know that not only is it challenging for the kids but also the moms. Do your best as parents to be involved with your kids' education, and when it gets challenging, have someone there you can speak too. It is so easy to just place the kids in from of the computer, but be sure to pay attention to what they are doing and make sure they are also getting their work done. This is our new normal, but together, we can do it. Also, The deadline for the giveaway is August 28th!! We here love to give back in every way we can. In order to enter this giveaway, be sure to go on IG and follow the instructions. If you do not have Instagram or Facebook, be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review and email us at themasterspiece@wolkenzyepascal.com to enter. Even if you’re not interested, I’m sure someone you know or who may be following you might be. So please share this giveaway and let’s make this happen together. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, invite others to listen, share, and follow me on social media https://www.instagram.com/themasterspiece_/https://www.facebook.com/themasterspiece1 and https://www.linkedin.com/in/wolkenzye-pascal/. Also, please check out my website at https://www.themasterspiece.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themasterspiece/support