Power Over Pressure

Real Talk With Reginald D
May 5
3 min read

REAL TALK WEEKLY

Hey Real Talk Family,

Welcome to a new week where you get to choose power over pressure, clarity over confusion, and destiny over distractions.

As we step into May, let’s make this more than just a strong start—let’s commit to finishing even stronger. Whether you're climbing out of a setback, believing for breakthrough, or chasing a dream bigger than yourself—this Real Talk Weekly is for you.

In Case You Missed It: Podcast Recaps From Last Week

Therron Dumas: From Newark to Movies: Therron Dumas on Purpose, Perseverance & Power Moves in Film

Therron’s journey from Newark to serving his country to starring in 60+ films is nothing short of extraordinary. A true story of resilience, creativity, and legacy-building. This is your creative courage recharge.

Motivational Coaching Q&A Segment: How Do I Find My WHY?

Reginald D teaches you how to discover your WHY and build purpose-driven goals. This episode will reset your spirit and reignite your vision.

BONUS EPISODE:

Break The Cycle: Overcome Fatherlessness & Find Strength In Faith

In this heartfelt motivational/inspirational episode, Reginald D, dives into the emotional journey of growing up without a father—and how that absence doesn’t define your value. Reginald shares his own story of fatherlessness and healing through faith, purpose, and divine guidance. This is more than motivation—it's a message to every person who's ever felt abandoned, unworthy, or unseen. Discover how you can rise from pain, break generational cycles, and lead your life with love, not resentment.

Listen now and subscribe on your favorite platform: Real Talk With Reginald D Podcast Website or on Apple Podcasts

Sneak Peek: Upcoming Episodes

Win The Fight For Your Life: How To Break Through Mental Battles & Step Into Your Purpose

Are you tired of feeling like life keeps swinging and you're the only one not landing a punch?

In this power-packed motivational episode, it’s time to stop surviving and start winning. Reginald D delivers a fiery motivational message to anyone feeling stuck in cycles of defeat—emotionally, spiritually, or mentally. With relatable stories, biblical perspective, and real-world mindset shifts, this episode reveals why it's not about the size of the battle but what you bring to it.

You’ll learn how to stop fighting for the wrong things, reclaim your authority, and develop a mental strength that turns storms into steppingstones. It’s more than a motivational speech—it’s a spiritual awakening.

Monica's Story: From Trauma to Transformation

Coming this Friday! Monica is a Certified Holistic Life & Mindset Coach, speaker, and founder of Monica Connolly Coaching—a transformational company helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, health, and purpose. After overcoming grief, emotional eating, and losing 150 pounds, Monica turned her personal transformation into purpose by creating the THRIVE Blueprint—a trauma-informed, faith-rooted system that helps women heal from the inside out.

You won’t want to miss it.

🔗 Listen now and subscribe on your favorite platform: Real Talk With Reginald D Podcast Website or on Apple Podcasts

💬 Real Talk Quote of the Week

“Staying safe might protect your pride, but stepping out in faith will reveal your purpose." — Reginald D

✝️ Faith & Fun Corner

Scripture of the Week: "Even to your old age and gray hairs I am He, I am He who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you." — Isaiah 46:4

Faith-Fueled Joke:

Q: Why didn’t Jonah trust the ocean?

A: Because he knew there was something fishy about it! 🐳😂

Fun Thought: If Moses had a smartphone, would the Ten Commandments be a swipe-through carousel? #TabletEdition

Weekly Challenge

Identify one area where you’ve been living in survival mode—and write down one intentional step to shift into thriving mode this week.

This Week’s Mantra: “I’m not here just to survive. I’m here to soar.”

Community Spotlight: Dreams in Motion

Shoutout to every Real Talk family member who’s taking imperfect action toward their dreams. It’s not about speed—it’s about showing up, even when it’s messy.

Tag us: @RealTalkWithReginaldD or use #DreamsInMotion to share your wins, big or small!

🙏 Need Prayer or Encouragement?

We’ve got you. If you need someone to stand in faith with you, email us at: rsherman@realtalkwithreginaldd.com

Closing Scripture

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3

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Keep building. Keep believing. Keep becoming. And remember: You don’t need perfect conditions to start—you just need to start.