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For the very first time on the podcast, we welcomed a male ally to the studio! 🦸♂️ Mastermind Statements, Keynote Speaker and Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree's Father, drops some major wisdom on intentional fatherhood, explaining why every parent needs a strategic game plan from day one. 💯 He shares how creating a bond of trust with your child is so important so that your child feels comfortable enough to go to you when something is going on in their lives. 🧑🧒 His moment on screen is a wake-up call for parents to actively teach their kids how to recognize bullying and bring awareness so that they don't carry that dysfunction into adulthood. 💟 This is a beautiful moment to show the power of a supportive parent and the incredible privilege of having a dad who completely champions your journey and understands the bigger plan! ✨ 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

How often have you brushed off hurtful words as just a joke or teasing? Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree, Speaker, Author, & Affirmations Authority, opens up about her own experience, sharing that she didn't even realize she was being bullied at first. She thought her classmates were just kidding around, and it took her dad pointing it out for her to understand what was really happening. To help other families catch this early, Sumer shared warning signs parents should look out for: 🚩 Sudden Changes in Behavior: Keep an eye out for noticeable unexplained shifts in how your child acts day-to-day 🗣️ Negative Self-Talk: Listen for kids suddenly saying harmful things out loud about themselves 💔 Internalizing Comments: Remember her powerful point - a child usually doesn't feel a negative way about themselves until someone else says something first With social media intensifying everything, Sumer also touches on the harsh reality of cyberbullying. It’s so important to remember that bullies often hide behind a screen because the distance makes them feel overly confident but in reality, they are just projecting their own unresolved problems and insecurities. Instead of letting that negativity win, she channeled her experience into her debut coloring book, Black, Brown and Beautiful! ✨ These incredible books have helped girls recognize their true worth and have already inspired over 10,000 girls worldwide! Grab her books here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddEgVwQv 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

What are your daily affirmations? Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree, Speaker, Author, & Affirmations Authority, shares hers. 🫶 When faced with difficult times in her life like being bullied, these exact words became her daily armor and the key to rebuilding her self-esteem. 👑 What you tell yourself every day becomes the foundation of your reality. Start speaking life into your own reflection today, because you are beautiful, a winner, a leader, and absolutely fearless! 🔥 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree, Speaker, Author, & Affirmations Authority, opens up about her experience with bullying in elementary school. When her father noticed what was happening, he stepped in to help her completely rebuild her subconscious mind with positive affirmations. 🗣️ He created a daily routine for her that by the time middle school came, those positive truths were embedded into her, giving her a completely new mentality and positive self-esteem. She was mature enough to realize that their hurtful words were just a reflection of their own hidden insecurities. Today, her mission is to keep moving forward and empower others to discover that same self-love. You can't control how others treat you but the right mindset can turn any struggle into a superpower! 🦸♀️ 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

When search results lack inclusivity, it can subconsciously program young minds to ignore their own reflection without them even realizing it. ☹️ Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree, Speaker, Author, & Affirmations Authority, experienced this firsthand when she found herself drawing only what the algorithm showed. It took her father to point it out for her to recognize it but when she finally broke out of that artistic shell and chose to draw girls who look like her - this shift completely empowered her to draw the underrepresented. 💪 💖 This is why representation matters and how breaking the "program" can unlock your true confidence. 💫 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎙️ Meet Lauryn Jones aka Sumer Strawbree, From a bullied child struggling with self-esteem to a powerhouse entrepreneur, author, and digital artist. Sumer is changing lives through the magic of self-love and positive affirmations. Joined by her father, Mastermind Statements, we dive deep into her incredible journey of resilience, representation, and how intentional parenting has truly helped shape her. What we cover in this uplifting episode: 🏆 Turning Trauma into Triumph: How Sumer overcame severe school and cyberbullying to build a brand centered on empowerment 🗣️ The Power of Daily Affirmations: Reprogramming the subconscious mind to rebuild self-esteem 📚 Empowering Books & Inclusivity: Authoring 4 hit coloring books that empower black and brown girls to feel confident and beautiful 🎨 Representation in Art: Her journey as a self-taught digital artist whose work is now showcased in galleries and our studio 👉 swipe right to see her beautiful art! 🎓 I Am Confident University: Hosting workshops to help people of all ages crush limiting beliefs 🤝 Fatherhood & Allyship: A masterclass from her dad on intentional parenting and building a "strategic business plan" for his daughter's growth Whether you're a parent seeking tools to spot the silent signs of bullying, a young entrepreneur, or just someone looking to overcome self-doubt, this episode is for you. ✨ Support Sumer’s mission, book her to speak, or grab her incredible books here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddEgVwQv 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎙️ 🌟 Meet Lauryn Jones (Sumer Strawbree), our YOUNGEST guest ever! This powerhouse entrepreneur, author, digital artist, and paid speaker is changing lives through the power of positive affirmations and self-love. In this uplifting episode of the HumanizeHer Podcast, Sumer shares her journey from severe low self-esteem as a bullied child to building a thriving brand centered around empowerment, self-love, and positive affirmations - joined by her father and manager, our first male ally on the show, Mastermind Statements. Sumer launched her own publishing company at just 12 years old. Now the creator of four affirmation coloring books and a national keynote speaker for girls' empowerment, she has appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show and ABC News Live, and has independently sold more than 10,000 books worldwide - featuring positive images that empower black and brown girls to feel confident and beautiful. Behind the résumé is a girl who was once bullied for her teeth and her hands - who stopped smiling, until her father taught her to rebuild her confidence one affirmation at a time. Today, she hands other girls that same superpower. Key Highlights: 💥 Turning Trauma into Triumph: The origin story behind her mission; how she became the target of intense school bullying and cyberbullying. 💥 Power of Daily Affirmations: Sumer's daily routine of reciting positive affirmations ("I am black, brown, and beautiful," "I am a winner," "I am fearless") to reprogram her subconscious mind and rebuild her self-esteem. 💥 Empowering Books & Inclusivity: Her four coloring and affirmation books, including her hit debut Black, Brown, and Beautiful (translated into multiple languages) and My Career Glow Up, showcasing girls in software engineering, athletics, and more. 💥 Finding Representation in Art: Encouraged by her dad, this self-taught digital artist shifted to creating artwork representing black and brown girls - now showcased in galleries. 💥 I Am Confident University & Community Work: Sumer's affirmation and vision board workshops, helping people of all ages identify limiting beliefs, take actionable steps toward their goals, and find self-love. 💥 A Model for Fatherhood and Allyship: Sumer's father shares his approach to intentional parenting, drawing a "strategic business plan" for his daughter's growth. "You don't really feel a negative way about yourself until someone says something...it's my job to keep moving forward and help others build their confidence, too." - Sumer Strawbree This episode is a masterclass in resilience, youth leadership, and positive parenting - including how her father recognized the silent signs of bullying. Special Shoutouts: Miss T, Sarah Jakes Roberts, Sumer's Father (Mastermind Statements), and her Pops/Grandfather ❣️ Book Sumer as a speaker or shop her books here: https://lnkd.in/ddEgVwQv

Have you ever had your accounts compromised? 🚨 Parisa Tabriz, VP and General Manager of Google Chrome, opens up about the unfortunate situation that completely shifted her perspective on cybersecurity. She shares the story of how her computer was compromised in college, and how that deep feeling of violation motivated her to take digital safety personally. Yes, she loves building the security tools because she loves the tech and engineering behind it. But what truly motivates her is: 🫂 having real empathy for victims 🌍 creating a real, positive human impact on society 🛡️ and ensuring no one else has to feel victimized online 🎧 Join the conversation with host, Erica Lockheimer and co-host, Elizabeth Wendorf-Bloesser on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.