The Mix’d Movement Rachael Go

We’re back for season 2, catching up with each other and all the big changes we’ve been through over the last few months. Between the 3 of us, we have moved our homes, changed jobs, had to deal with hacked social accounts, and done a lot of growing.
The common thread this summer was healing our self worth. Chris needed to allow herself to do things just for her own enjoyment. Rachael has been facing some childhood memories and allowing the emotions to be what they are - without suppressing them. Nate’s new job has been a big change, but he loves the work he does and he’s finding a lot of joy and fulfillment.
We want to hear every story! Tag us @polished.velvet or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production

I’m thrilled to visit today with a long time friend and photography mentor, Bob Parrish. Bob has all the privileges a white man typically has, and he has taken it upon himself to learn more about what less privileged people deal with on a regular basis and what he can do to affect change in dismantling racism and prejudice.
Some years ago, he became aware of his whiteness and privilege, read many books, and actually took a class on how things got to be the way they are. He now uses his “superpower” in position and voice to include as many different people as possible in everything he does. In this episode we’ll cover quite a lot including religion, inviting neighbors to dinner, interracial marriage, and much more.
Mentioned in this episode:
“Two Nations: Black and White, Separate, Hostile, Unequal” by Andrew Hacker: ​​https://www.amazon.com/Two-Nations-Separate-Hostile-Unequal/dp/0743238249/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1J25HHPVHC1FP&keywords=two+nations+black+and+white%2C+separate%2C+hostile%2C+unequal&qid=1693536514&sprefix=two+nations+separate%2Caps%2C2375&sr=8-1
We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production

Today we’re going to unpack some of our old patterns and triggers, where they’ve come from, and how they’re affecting us now. Many habits develop when we’re young by trying to obey people we respect, but those habits may not benefit who you are now.
We’ll touch on:
Shadow workSelf love and acceptancePeople pleasingFear of rejectionFeeling the need to prove your worthSeeing a therapist

What tools have you found for yourself when you feel that familiar reaction coming up? How do you disconnect from the past in order to deal with the present?

We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production

Join me today to visit with Daralyse Lyons. Daralyese grew up in Connecticut in a mostly white community, but her mom understood the importance of representation as she was growing up.
Daralyse Lyons, aka the Transformational Storyteller, is a Biracial journalist, actor, and activist who has made it her mission to stand for a more integrated world. After writing an award-winning children’s book (I’m Mixed!) about embracing her multiethnic heritage, she found her passion and her purpose in empowering others to embrace all aspects of themselves. She has written and spoken extensively about all dimensions of diversity, and feels tremendous gratitude for the opportunity to use her seemingly disparate background as a catalyst for cross-cultural understanding. 
 
Her TEDx Talk “Black or White? Refusing to Choose & Embracing Biracial Identity” encourages individuals to embrace their own conceptions of themselves, rather than adhering to the mandates of a broken society. She is grateful for the opportunity to explore the experiences of other multiracial folx, and to amplify their voices.


We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production

Rachel recently attended a conference and a theme that kept coming up was about societal non-acceptance. In this episode, Rachael, Chris, and Nate will unpack what that term means to them and what steps we can take collectively to help stop it.
Societal non-acceptance could be people being surprised that you’re not the kind of person they expect you to be at first glance. It could be people making assumptions based on what they think they know about you - without really knowing you at all. 
At the heart of this work is self-acceptance. How can anyone accept you if you don’t accept yourself?
We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production

Today’s guest, Michelle, is half white, half Filipino. She never felt like she truly connected culturally with either side of her heritage. There wasn’t much of her Filipino heritage present growing up, so she feels quite disconnected from it, but she has always felt drawn to Asian music and art.
In this episode, we will discuss Michelle's racial background, her experiences growing up mixed race, her connection to her Filipino culture, and her journey in music therapy. We will also talk about the challenges she faced and the impact of her family dynamics on her identity. Michelle shares her passion for music and her aspirations to leave a legacy of love and light.
Connect more with Michelle:
Watch for a new album coming soon! Music by Falori-i: https://instagram.com/falorii
https://spotify.link/iHGB9YVNbEb
Michelle’s podcast Wise Not Withered: https://instagram.com/wisenotwithered
https://wisenotwithered.com/
We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at mixdmovement@gmail.com and tell us your stories!
Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at coachrachaelgo@gmail.com or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/
Stay up to date with news and more at https://www.mixdmovement.com/
Music credit: Chill and Dream by Pink Marble
A Subito Media production