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Groove with Portia
Welcome, friend. I’m Portia Booker, storyteller, producer, and host of Groove with Portia.
Groove with Portia is a storytelling podcast centered on one powerful question: how did you find your groove through adversity?
If you’re here, chances are you’ve experienced grief. The loss of a loved one, a dream, or the version of yourself you once knew. Maybe you pivoted from corporate life into entrepreneurship, or maybe everything you worked for was suddenly stripped away.
Every Thursday, I sit down…
Episodes
- Groove with Portia
Loss is an Opportunity for Cleansing
This conversation is number two of the part three series in honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I was Crashed Awake
How did you respond when a doctor or a coach said "this is your new normal"? I recall a point in my mental health journey where the therapist told me I would…
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All Signs Point to Forgiveness
This conversation is episode one in the part three series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Mark of Excellence
This is a special episode of Groove with Portia! On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Coach Tyrone Owens and Professor John Kerezy. Tune into…
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How Will This Impact My Life?
This conversation is number seven of the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022…
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Pain is not Your Enemy
This conversation is number six in the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On…
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Inhale The Gift of Life
This conversation is number five of the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On…
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Grief Minus Tears Equals Interrupted Process
This conversation is episode four of the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: What are your wishes?
This conversation is a special episode in the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th…
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End of Life Procedures Decoded
This conversation is episode three in the part two series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022…
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Their Emotions Become a Song
This conversation is episode 2 of the part 2 series honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On this…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: My Art is to Help People
This conversation is episode one of the part 2 series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On…
Groove with PortiaWhat Grinds Your Gears?
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Jane Ferré, Executive Coach. Tune into our discussion to learn why your personal values play a big role…
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A Formula For Life: Be Solution Oriented
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Aanchal Dhir and Lori Haugland of Career Connect. Tune into our discussion to learn the best ways to…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: A Diagnosis Only Goes So Far
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Attorney Michael Liner, Founder of Liner Legal. Tune into our discussion to learn the common…
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You Have to Feel Your Feelings
This conversation is number five in the series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On this…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Your Recipe For Healing
This conversation is number four in the series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On this…
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How Do You Think Therapy Will Help Me?
This conversation is number three in the series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On this…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Your Business Name Matches Mine
How would you react if someone had the same business name as you? Who would win ownership of the name and use of it? On this episode of Groove with Portia, I…
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Are You Living Life or is Life Living You?
This conversation is number two in the series of honoring my beloved mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. On this…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I'm Bold Enough to Share It
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Andrea Arroyo, Life Coach & International Speaker. Tune inot our conversation to learn about the triple…
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Promise to Celebrate My Life
*This episode is dedicated to my mother, Sharonne Lopez, who made her transition from earth on July 7th, 2022. Thank you Mommie for my gift of life and the…
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Mental Illness is a Social Construct
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Dr. Roger McFillen, Clinical Psychologist and Host of Radically Genuine Podcast. Tune into our…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: The Body Language Coach
On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Ram Sundar AKA The Body Language Coach. Tune into our conversation to learn how your body language plays…
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The Barren Woman
Breaking the silence about my mental health journey took courage. I knew the stigma associated with speaking up, but I also knew others needed to see me as a…
Groove with PortiaMotivation (Mental Health) Monday: It's About Finding Harmony
I find it challenging at times to balance multiple projects and care for my mental wellness. I've learned the importance of resting throughout the day instead…
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I'm Joining The Repair Team
I have to maintain my mental wellness daily. Each day I set one goal. This helps to reduce my chances of reverting back negative thinking. On this episode of…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I Didn't Want to Be Different
Self-Love means so many things in the world today. In my eyes,self-love is preservation of my wellbeing. What does it take for each of us to learn how to love…
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Don't Be a Bystander! Be a By-Doer!
When tragic events happen on a global scale, it affects all of us in some way. When I worked in the news industry, I found it challenging to hold a straight…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: This Is What We Look Like
I've noticed a trend with mental health. Lots of them have similar symptoms. If this is the case, how can more accurate diagnosis be given to start someone on…
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Let My Mind Be As Clear As The Water
When I was struggling mentally, I found it challenging to stay afloat. I didn't want to contine riding this wave of ups and downs with my emotions. I learned…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: From Unknown to Understanding
I noticed the world appears very noisey today. This is why I make time for social media detoxing. It's beneficial for my mental wellness to step away from…
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Finding Your Truth
I believe it's imperative to question everything around you. In the world that we live in, how much truth is available amongst so much illusion? On this…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: The Peanut Butter & Jelly of Addiction
*Disclaimer: This episode may contain content some may deem inappropriate, triggering or offensive. Please consume at your own risk as topics covered may not…
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Audit Your Life
I used to think failure was the end. I didn't believe you could come back from completely falling on your face. As I've been on this entrepreneurial journey, I…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: The Common Denominator is Oxygen
Over the last couple years, I have discovered mental health is viewed and treated differently around the world. What will it take to create one global…
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The Process of Separating Your Identity
Several factors make up our identity. As we grow and learn more about life, portions of this changes. For individuals within and aged out of the Fostercare…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I Experienced a Mindset Shift
I've always known that I had a gift of storytelling. When I had my breakdown, I lost my gift and purpose. Once I found an opening within the numbness of…
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There is a Brighter Side to Everything
When my mental health took a dive, I had a hard time seeing "brighter" days. Once I turned my pain (diagnosis) into my power, my world became filled with…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Societies Lesson on Disconnection
The Portia who I see in the mirror today did not always love herself. Why? I was taught by society to disconnect from myself in order to be successful. We see…
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Feature Friday: My Purposeful Scars
Art heals. Period. My seven tattoos that I currently have (more to come by the way) were done during therapy. I believe therapy looks different for each…
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Finding A Will to Rise
I know the stigma all too well when it comes to mental health in communities of color. How does this stigma affect men (mostly of color in particular) from…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: You Need to Want to Heal
Forgiveness is viewed different depending on life experience. The person who I took the longest to forgive was myself from all the trauma and reactions to life…
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Freedom From The Stigma
The first time I shared my mental health story was in 2020. I felt compelled to open up about my struggles to help others who were in my same boat. My guest…
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Motivation (Mental Health Monday): A Piece of A Different Puzzle
I'm a big fan of word searches. Why? They allow me to be present in the moment and also focus on a task I enjoy. When was the last time you had an activity…
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Feature Friday: True Happiness is a Whole Big Picture
I can always tell when I am happy. I feel it physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Each day I make it a priority to be happy no matter what. When…
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Theory of Racelessness Part 2
I remember the first time I was called the "N" word. It was actually by someone who looked like me. What are your thoughts on race today? On this episode of…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I Would Rather Start Over Than Carry Another Burden
One of my coaches said it best: the extra mile is never crowded. I remember getting bullied in school for being an "overachiever". Now, I see this title…
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She Is Perfectly Flawed
I'm a firm believer in the phrase that our scars make us who we are. On this bonus episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by Janae Sergio, Veteran and…
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Feature Friday: Act Upon Changing The Narrative
I believe we can change the narrative around any problem in this world. On this episode of Groove with Portia, I am joined by our friends at 2nd Act…
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Be Mindful and Not A Mind that is Full
I used to believe I had to work myself to death in order to be successful. I'm grateful to have changed that thought pattern around because my health was…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: My Daughter Gave The Blessing
It took me a while to openly speak about my mental health. Why? I waited on the permission of others because I didn't believe in myself. This changed the…
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Feature Friday: The Manual Therapist
I remember the day a psychiatrist diagnosed me with bipolar disorder. I found myself thinking there has to be another route to healing besides medication. When…
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Their Skill Does Not Equate to Yours
We all have a skill that we do better than anyone else. I consider myself the best producer there is in the world. Why? Even though I only worked in the…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: I Wouldn't Be Another Statistic
Have you ever felt broken? I know I thought after my first heartbreak and loss of my dream job, I couldn't be whole again. What does it take to be whole again?…
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Feature Friday: You Are Writing For Yourself
What does it take to truly be a well known author? As a writer myself, I have to remind myself to find my flow or remember my why when crafting a piece for…
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Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe
Time holds an emotional factor. I learned this from one of my coaches. How are you using your time to invest in yourself? On this episode of Groove with…
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Motivation (Mental Health) Monday: Defining Your Personal Brand
A brand defines a business, but what about our personal brand? How do we build our own personal brand without a blue print? On this episode of Groove with…
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Bonus: I Took A Risk and Reaped The Reward
On this bonus episode, I discuss how a zoom call back in February with a close friend opened many doors (continues to) of opportunity for me. These events I…
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Feature Friday: A Connection to Both The Living & Spirit World
I have been a witness to seeing spirits or ghosts however you want to address them. What if when they come to us, they are delivering a message instead of…