005: Surviving to Thriving with Dr. PaQuita R. Pullen

Emerging with Grace: Navigating Life's Transitions

Emerging from a childhood where the echoes of domestic violence reverberated, Dr. PaQuita Pullen joins Doc G to share her story of facing homelessness to becoming a luminary for those often overshadowed by adversity.

In this episode of Metamorphosis Unleashed, Dr. Pullen peels back the layers of her life, revealing how early responsibilities shaped her resilience and unwavering dedication to helping others. Dr. Pullen’s narrative isn't just about survival; it's a beacon of hope to anyone struggling to find strength within family turmoil and societal pressures.

We explore the path from scraping by to flourishing together, revealing the pivotal moments that redefine our measures of success. As Doc G reflects on her own collegiate struggles and the eventual reawakening to the importance of balancing effort and ease, Dr. Pullen and Doc G delve into the shift that occurs when you move beyond the foundational needs of Maslow's hierarchy toward a life infused with satisfaction and purpose. We explore the misconceptions about success and discuss how accomplishment is not tethered to the perpetual weariness that often accompanies it.

In the final threads of their discussion, Dr. Pullen and Doc G examine stepping into leadership roles and the ripple effects on personal and relational development. We share how the introduction of therapy and yoga can act as transformative practices, propelling us past the survival mode that can so easily become our comfort zone. Their exchange is a candid reflection on the resistance to change inherent in survival mode, and they underscore the courage required to dismantle deep-seated patterns.

This episode is an invitation to embrace self-awareness and boldly step into a life brimming with joy and enlightenment.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Dr. PaQuita Pullen's upbringing, including a teenage mother, domestic violence, and periods of homelessness
• How Dr. Pullen’s upbringing shaped her into a resilient individual with a passion for advocacy
• Her collegiate struggles that led to a loss of scholarship but eventually a redefinition of success
• The impact of leadership roles on personal growth
• The shift from survival mode to thriving through therapy and yoga
• The power of therapy and yoga in Dr. Pullen’s journey out of survival mode
• Why she advocates for body practices to complement intellectual growth

Resources from this Episode

• Ubuntu Counseling & Wellness: ubuntucounseling-wellness.com

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