The Quiet As Kept Podcast With Shawnti Refuge
Join host Shawnti Refuge, Master Certified Mental Health Coach, author the best-selling book, "Quiet As Kept", and journaling enthusiast, as she introduces The Quiet as Kept Podcast. In this first episode, Shawnti shares her personal journey of overcoming severe depression and anxiety, discusses the purpose of the podcast, and sets the stage for what’s to come.
This podcast is a safe space to unpack the conversations we, especially in the African American community, were told to avoid. From mental health and generational trauma to self-love and journaling for healing, Shawnti keeps it real, relatable, and rooted in the belief that healing is possible for everyone.
Whether you’re navigating your mental health journey, looking for balance as a professional, or just ready to start thriving, this podcast is for you. Grab your journal and tune in for honest conversations, actionable tips, and guided prompts that will help you rewrite your story.
The Quiet As Kept Podcast With Shawnti Refuge
Healing Through the Holidays Episode 1: Healing Through the Holidays: Navigating Joy, Grief & Transformation
The holidays can bring both joy and grief, especially when you’re carrying unspoken pain. In this episode, Shawnti Refuge opens up about her own healing journey after divorce and shares three powerful pillars for finding peace through the season: honoring your truth, creating rituals that serve you, and setting boundaries that protect your energy. You’ll walk away with fresh perspective, real stories, and guided journaling prompts to help you rewrite your holiday story.
✍🏾 JOURNAL PROMPTS
Take a breath.
Now grab your journal and write through these:
- What emotions do the holidays bring up for me this year — joy, grief, guilt, peace, or all of the above?
- What old roles do I tend to slip back into around family or friends?
- If I could rewrite one holiday tradition, what would it look like?
- What am I ready to release before this year ends?
- How will I show up for myself with love — not just for others?
Take your time.
Remember — this isn’t homework; it’s healing work.
Shawnti Refuge is an Award Winning Master Certified Mental Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Author of the best-selling book, “Quiet As Kept”, specializing in guided journaling for mental wellness. After overcoming severe depression and anxiety through journaling, Shawnti developed her own program, empowering individuals to heal and thrive without medication. She is the creator of Shawnti Refuge Journals, which carries a series of guided journals designed to help others release past traumas. With her relatable, no-nonsense approach, Shawnti's mission is to inspire personal growth and self-awareness. She is the founder of Stayin' Stuck Ain't Cute Coaching and a passionate advocate for mental health in both business and community settings.
Website:
ShawntiRefuge.com
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