Episodes
Nov. 24, 2025
S02 E03: Breaking the Cycle: Healing While Raising Children
Welcome back to The Balancing Act. Today’s episode is one every parent should hear. Niki invites listeners into a raw and honest conversation about parenting while healing, something so many people experience but rarely admit...
Nov. 1, 2025
S02 E02: Social Connections and Support Systems
In this episode of The Balancing Act: Highs, Lows, and Lessons, I dive into the relationships that shape our lives. We explore how to cultivate meaningful connections, spot toxic dynamics, and set boundaries that protect your...
Oct. 18, 2025
S02 E01: Running on Empty: The Hidden Cost of Hustle
Ever felt like you’re doing everything right, showing up, grinding hard, hitting goals, yet somehow you’re still exhausted, anxious, or disconnected? You’re not alone. What happens when success starts to feel like survival? I...
Aug. 6, 2023
S01 E10: Dealing with Grief & Reflecting on Highs, Lows and Lessons
In life we have challenges and we often try to search for answers from within but some times we just need to reach out. On this episode of the balancing act, I am taking a moment to say thank you to my listeners for coming ba...
Jan. 19, 2022
S01 E09: Be Led by The Dreams in Your Heart, Not the Fear in Your Mind
”I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave person does not feel afraid, but is the one who conquers that fear.” – Nelson Mandela On this episode. NikiMarie talks about parenthood a...
Sept. 22, 2021
S01 E08: How To Balance Life's Highs and Lows
I want to send out a little positivity to those who may be feeling the highs and the lows. It’s good to have a balance between negatives and positives. Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism. Make ...
Aug. 24, 2021
S01 E07: Achieve a Positive Mindset, Starting with Self-Love
“Courage doesn’t always roar, sometimes it’s the quiet voice at the end of the day whispering ‘I will try again tomorrow” – Mary Anne Radmacher The Queen of quotes is back. I love to refer back to the quotes that make you th...
Aug. 24, 2021
S01 E06: Give Yourself Some Love
Self-love means loving yourself unapologetically, whereas self-care is about taking the time to feel good in your skin. While these two are different, they’re both necessary to a healthy, fulfilled lifestyle. Self-care allows...
May 26, 2021
S01 E05: The Black Community & Mental Health with Dr. Shemena Johnson
Dr. Shemena Johnson works with people of color to develop insight and critically think about matters such as race, anxiety, depression, sexuality, imposter syndrome, family dynamics, professional development and empowerment. ...
April 29, 2021
S01 E04: Inspiring Through Music - Interview with Hip-Hop Artist Nahash Wizdom
On this episode, I am joined by Nahash Wizdom. He’s one of hip hop’s most promising and uplifting voices of music today. Coming straight out of Central Illinois as one of the Midwest’s best, Nahash’s debut single, “Dreams” ha...
April 7, 2021
S01 E03: Uterine Fibroids with Womb Wellness Advocate, Madam CJ
Born and raised in Memphis,Tennessee, Curtisha LaShundra’ Johnson is professionally known as madam cj. madam cj is a chart topping Singer/Songwriter,Dancer, Host, Womanist, Certified Strategic Self Care Ambassador, Licensed C...
March 6, 2021
S01 E02: Voice Journal - The Words We Tell Ourselves
When you wake up in the morning, what are you grateful for? What is the first thing you say to yourself or say out loud? Everything starts in the mind. The way you treat your mind, the words you feed to yourself and the actua...
Feb. 12, 2021
S01 E01: The B Act: Highs, Lows and Lessons Featuring Tarrin Morgan
Advocating and providing resource information. Check out this new episode featuring Mental Health Advocate, Educator and host of The Miseducation of the People podcast, Tarrin Morgan. Follow @realtalksessionseries and @nikima...
Feb. 3, 2021
Intro: The Balancing Act: Highs, Lows & Lessons
🧠 Mental Health Advocate @theb_act 🎙 Radio Host @wcaa_lp_107.3fm 🗓 Weds 9:30AM / Fridays 9:30AM / Sundays 3:30PM EST - I created this show to break the cycle of the idea we know a persons story just by looking at them. Asking...