Forged in Fire: Empowering Women to Rise Above Challenges

In this episode of the Label Free Podcast, host Deanna Radulescu interviews Nikia Smith, the founder of Forged in Fire. Nikia is an anesthesiologist who also plans and hosts wellness retreats for women of color. The episode begins with Nikia sharing her personal journey of feeling burnt out and unhappy despite her successful career as a doctor. She realized that many of her friends, who were also women of color, were experiencing similar feelings. This led her to plan her first wellness retreat specifically for women of color, which was a resounding success.
Nikia explains that the retreats she organizes focus on creating a safe and comfortable space for women of color to share deeply and be their most vulnerable selves. The retreats include a variety of activities such as lectures on topics that affect women in their professional lives, intentional eating, building deep connections, self-exploration, and having fun. Nikia emphasizes the importance of creating a space where women of color can prioritize themselves and their well-being, free from the expectations and roles placed upon them.
The podcast episode also discusses Nikia's upcoming retreats. She has a physician retreat in October, which is open to any woman of color who is a physician or a deep supporter of women of color. Additionally, Nikia is planning a big open retreat in Savannah, Georgia in May, which is open to all women of color. The retreats are designed to promote self-reflection, self-discovery, and the building of deep connections among participants.
Nikia shares a powerful experience from a previous retreat where women felt seen and heard, and were able to share stories they had never told anyone before. She emphasizes the importance of letting go of baggage and prioritizing oneself. Nikia also discusses the challenges of juggling her role as an anesthesiologist with planning and organizing the retreats, but emphasizes that the joy she finds in doing so makes it worth it.
The episode concludes with Nikia offering words of wisdom and advice, reminding listeners that they are not defined by their roles or titles, and that they deserve to be happy and prioritize themselves. She encourages listeners to reach out for help and support if needed.
Listeners are directed to visit the website https://www.sheisfireforged.com for more information about the retreats and to connect with Nikia on social media.

00:00:20 Empower women through wellness retreats.
00:05:18 Self-care and community for women.
00:13:15 Creating safe spaces for healing.
00:15:31 Prioritize yourself, you deserve happiness.

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