So... remember a few episodes ago when I told y’all I’d be bringing weekly trauma-informed yoga classes to YouTube? Yeah. About that.
This week on More Peace Please, I’m reflecting on what it means to set a goal, try your best, and still not hit the mark—and why that doesn’t mean you failed. I share how I pivoted from burnout to clarity, and why “failure” often signals a new way forward, not the end of the road.
Then I’m joined by the brilliant Kacee M. King, a powerhouse in finance, education, and healing-centered leadership, for a heart-centered conversation on finding peace in failed plans. From the lessons of a failed marriage to the freedom that comes with release, Kacee reminds us that peace isn’t found in perfection—it’s found in trust.
Together, we explore:
✨ Why striving doesn’t equal peace ✨ What failure can teach us about timing and self-compassion ✨ How rock bottom can become holy ground ✨ And why your goals don’t define your worth—your growth does.
We also talk about shifting from ego-driven planning to intention-led living, and how choosing peace sometimes means choosing to let go.
This one is for anyone feeling behind, uncertain, or like the plan isn’t panning out. There is still peace. There is still purpose. And there is so much more ahead.
Listen now, and as always, ask yourself for more peace, please.
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11. Rock Bottom Isn’t the End—It’s the Turning Point - Finding Peace in Failed Plans w/ Kacee KingDominique Davis2025-07-01 | More Peace (Please!) Episode 11 - Finding Peace in Failed Plans
So... remember a few episodes ago when I told y’all I’d be bringing weekly trauma-informed yoga classes to YouTube? Yeah. About that.
This week on More Peace Please, I’m reflecting on what it means to set a goal, try your best, and still not hit the mark—and why that doesn’t mean you failed. I share how I pivoted from burnout to clarity, and why “failure” often signals a new way forward, not the end of the road.
Then I’m joined by the brilliant Kacee M. King, a powerhouse in finance, education, and healing-centered leadership, for a heart-centered conversation on finding peace in failed plans. From the lessons of a failed marriage to the freedom that comes with release, Kacee reminds us that peace isn’t found in perfection—it’s found in trust.
Together, we explore:
✨ Why striving doesn’t equal peace ✨ What failure can teach us about timing and self-compassion ✨ How rock bottom can become holy ground ✨ And why your goals don’t define your worth—your growth does.
We also talk about shifting from ego-driven planning to intention-led living, and how choosing peace sometimes means choosing to let go.
This one is for anyone feeling behind, uncertain, or like the plan isn’t panning out. There is still peace. There is still purpose. And there is so much more ahead.
Listen now, and as always, ask yourself for more peace, please.
Download Climbing Back Up to the Watch Tower on my Substack and stay connected:
💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyChoosing joy is the ultimate act of self love 💕Dominique Davis2025-10-07 | ...Manifesting again? Still a Christian? - Update on my spiritual journey!Dominique Davis2025-09-21 | Life is so funny. Thanks for watching!
Instagram: instagram.com/brownandbendy TikTok: tiktok.com/@brownandbendy Substack: brownandbendy.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsIt’s hard to love yourself when you avoid intimacy 🤕💕Dominique Davis2025-09-20 | ...I am aligned with the endless supply of the creator. - Wealth and Prosperity AffirmationsDominique Davis2025-09-20 | While More Peace Please is on a short hiatus, I wanted to share something to carry you through the in-between. This special episode is a guided journey of affirmations to encourage peace, abundance, and faith in your daily life.
The affirmations are organized into five themes, each reflecting a piece of what it means to live in alignment with God’s love and provision:
Faith – trusting the Creator as the ultimate source of all things.
Stewardship – practicing wisdom and care in how we manage what we’ve been given.
Charity – embodying generosity and extending blessings to others.
Abundance – opening ourselves to God’s limitless overflow.
Prosperity – flourishing in purpose, integrity, and joy.
Together, these affirmations remind us that peace is not just about stillness, but about walking confidently in the fullness of who we are and what we are called to do.
Until the next season, may these words help you stay rooted, uplifted, and at peace. 🌿It’s hard to love yourself if you don’t feel safe ☢️Dominique Davis2025-09-08 | ...#healingnervoussystem #nervoussystemhealth #motivationDominique Davis2025-09-05 | ...Trauma and Listening Pt. 1Dominique Davis2025-09-03 | ...13. Recommitting Myself to High Vibrational Living - Finding Peace in Honest Positivity *S1 Finale!*Dominique Davis2025-07-15 | Episode 13 of More Peace (Please!) Recommitting Myself to High Vibrational Living - Finding Peace in Honest Positivity (Season 1 Finale!)
In the season finale of More Peace Please, we’re returning to the beginning—the place where dreams are born.
In this episode, I share why I stopped dreaming for a while... and how I found the courage to start again. Together, we explore the difference between false positivity and truthful optimism, and how real peace can only exist when we’re honest—with ourselves, our fears, and our deepest desires.
I’ll also ask you a question I’ve been sitting with: What would you be doing if you weren’t scared?
Let’s talk about high-vibrational living—not as an aesthetic, but as a lifestyle rooted in integrity, accountability, and intention. I’m no longer manifesting just for me. I’m manifesting for my community, for my lineage, for something much bigger than myself.
This episode is a reminder that dreaming again isn't naïve—it’s revolutionary.
Thank you for journeying with me through Season 1. We’re just getting started. And as always, you can ask yourself for more peace… please.
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Brown Girls Heal: brownandbendy.com/browngirlsheal12. NEVER attach your self worth to a no - Finding Peace in Failed Plans (Part 2)Dominique Davis2025-07-08 | More Peace (Please!) Episode 12 - Finding Peace in Failed Plans (Part 2)
I’m joined by the brilliant Kacee M. King, a powerhouse in finance, education, and healing-centered leadership, for a heart-centered conversation on finding peace in failed plans.
From the lessons of a failed marriage to the freedom that comes with release, Kacee reminds us that peace isn’t found in perfection—it’s found in trust.
Together, we explore:
✨ Why striving doesn’t equal peace
✨ What failure can teach us about timing and self-compassion
✨ How rock bottom can become holy ground
✨ And why your goals don’t define your worth—your growth does.
We also talk about shifting from ego-driven planning to intention-led living, and how choosing peace sometimes means choosing to let go.
This one is for anyone feeling behind, uncertain, or like the plan isn’t panning out. There is still peace. There is still a purpose. And there is so much more ahead.
Listen now, and as always, ask yourself for more peace, please.
Download Climbing Back Up to the Watch Tower on my Substack and stay connected:
💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyWhat Is Brown Girls Heal? Nervous System Healing for Black WomenDominique Davis2025-07-06 | Information about Brown Girls Heal:
Brown Girls Heal is a trauma-informed space created for Black women who are ready to explore healing in a way that honors both the mind and the body.
In this video, I’m sharing what inspired me to create Brown Girls Heal, what you can expect from the workshop, and why nervous system regulation is so important—especially for Black women navigating trauma, generational stress, and survival mode.
This isn’t your typical yoga class. We slow down, talk about what’s happening in the body, and move with care—not performance. No experience needed. Just curiosity, breath, and a willingness to show up.
Timestamps: What is Brown Girls Heal? [00:09] Who is hosting the event? [00:52] What should I expect? [01:54] When does this event take place? [05:25] How much does the event cost? [05:48]
#BrownGirlsHeal #BlackWomenHealing #TraumaInformedYoga #NervousSystemHealing #MentalHealthForBlackWomenLearning to make smarter choices: self care + yoga class + new hair + book club + moreDominique Davis2025-07-03 | Haiii 🥰. The world's on fire, so I thought I'd offer some escapism! I hope you enjoy this week's vlog!
Link to Brown Girls Heal: brownandbendy.com/browngirlsheal10. Girl, Heal Before You Crash Out Again. Finding Peace in the Uncomfortable Parts of HealingDominique Davis2025-06-24 | Welcome to double digits! I can't believe we're already on Episode 10 of More Peace (Please!)—thank you so much for being here. 🌿
This week, I’ve been in deep observation mode. Life has reminded me that healing isn’t always soft, trendy, or Instagram-worthy. Sometimes, healing means sitting in discomfort. Sometimes, it means facing the parts of ourselves we’ve tried to bypass with good vibes, green juice, and journaling.
In this episode, I’m reflecting on:
✨What happens when we age but don’t emotionally mature ✨Why wellness isn’t a trend, and how to spot when it’s being used as one ✨The power of emotional honesty in community and relationships ✨ And why—in this day and age—you can’t really be a hot girl if you’re not healing 💅🏽
We also get into:
✨How we love as a reflection of how much we’ve healed ✨The importance of mentorship and soft accountability ✨Why healed communities grow us better than any solo practice ever could ✨Learning to catch when you're trying too hard to be someone you’re not
This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in their healing journey, or unsure what the next step even looks like. Spoiler alert: it's not more perfection—it’s more presence.
✨ So grab your tea, your journal, and let’s talk about healing that’s honest, unfiltered, and actually transformative.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendy9. Drunk on Friendship - Finding Peace in Community w/ Yogi Tochi (Part 2)Dominique Davis2025-06-17 | More Peace (Please!) Episode 9 – Finding Peace in Community (with Yogi Tochi)
How do *you* define friendship? Who are you building with? And what does your ideal community *really* look like?
In this episode of *More Peace (Please!)*, I’m joined by the radiant and thoughtful @yogi.tochi (instagram.com/yogi.tochi) for a heartfelt conversation on connection, belonging, and what it truly means to find peace in community.
Together, we explore:
✨ The unexpected beauty that can be found inside fear ✨ The difference between friendship and community—and why both matter ✨ Why we’re not here for gossip, cliques, or mean girl energy ✨ How to invite more depth and safety into your relationships
So text your bestie, light a candle, and let this be your invitation to reflect on who’s in your corner—and how you’re showing up for them, too.
Let’s build peace, together. 💛
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendy8. Cant Stand a Mean Girl - Finding Peace in Community w/ Yogi Tochi (Part 1)Dominique Davis2025-06-10 | More Peace (Please!) Episode 8 – Finding Peace in Community (with Yogi Tochi)
How do *you* define friendship? Who are you building with? And what does your ideal community *really* look like?
In this episode of *More Peace (Please!)*, I’m joined by the radiant and thoughtful @yogi.tochi (instagram.com/yogi.tochi) for a heartfelt conversation on connection, belonging, and what it truly means to find peace in community.
Together, we explore:
✨ The unexpected beauty that can be found inside fear ✨ The difference between friendship and community—and why both matter ✨ Why we’re not here for gossip, cliques, or mean girl energy ✨ How to invite more depth and safety into your relationships
So text your bestie, light a candle, and let this be your invitation to reflect on who’s in your corner—and how you’re showing up for them, too.
Let’s build peace, together. 💛
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendy7. Stop Dreaming and Start Doing: Learning How to Take Aligned Action - More Peace (Please!)Dominique Davis2025-06-03 | Episode 7 – Stop Dreaming, Start Doing: Learning How to Take Aligned Action
Do you have all the ideas but still feel stuck when it comes to actually making things happen? Or maybe you’re out here hustling nonstop, but you’re not seeing the results you expected?
If either of those sound like you, this episode is for you.
In this episode of More Peace (Please!), I’m diving into why so many of us stay in our heads—dreaming, planning, vision-boarding—but struggle to take the kind of action that leads to real momentum. Then we get into the how of moving forward in a way that feels aligned and grounded.
We’ll talk about:
🌟 Finding a job that supports your peace and your purpose 🌟 Creating self-care habits that actually serve you 🌟 Showing up for your calling every single day 🌟 Setting real, soul-aligned goals (not just to-do lists)
So if you’re ready to get out of your own head and into aligned action, grab a matcha, a notebook, and let’s get it.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyFinding Peace in Mindful Consumption Ft Invino Verity (Part 2) - More Peace (Please!) Episode 6Dominique Davis2025-05-13 | Finding Peace in Mindful Consumption (Part 2) | With Invino Verity | More Peace Please
In this conversation, I sit down with Invino Verity, a content creator and storyteller, exploring the nuances of mindful drinking. Together, we unpack what it means to question our relationship with alcohol, without shame, rigidity, or labels.
We talk about:
✨How alcohol has been normalized in spaces of stress relief and celebration ✨What it looks like to pause, reflect, and reconsider our habits ✨Why mindful consumption is more about intention than abstinence ✨And how peace can be found not just in what we take in—but in what we choose to release
This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation centered around awareness, agency, and the journey toward more peaceful living—even in the gray areas.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyI’m just glad I lived to tell the tale 🥲😂Dominique Davis2025-05-06 | ...Finding Peace in Mindful Consumption Ft Invino Verity (Part 1) - More Peace (Please!) Episode 5Dominique Davis2025-05-06 | Finding Peace in Mindful Consumption (Part 1) | With Invino Verity | More Peace Please
In this conversation, I sit down with Invino Verity, a content creator and storyteller, exploring the nuances of mindful drinking. Together, we unpack what it means to question our relationship with alcohol, without shame, rigidity, or labels.
We talk about:
✨How alcohol has been normalized in spaces of stress relief and celebration ✨What it looks like to pause, reflect, and reconsider our habits ✨Why mindful consumption is more about intention than abstinence ✨And how peace can be found not just in what we take in—but in what we choose to release
This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation centered around awareness, agency, and the journey toward more peaceful living—even in the gray areas.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyFinding Peace in Releasing Tomorrows Worries - More Peace (Please!) Episode 4Dominique Davis2025-04-29 | Episode 4 – Finding Peace in Releasing Tomorrow's Worries
What if peace isn’t something you have to chase, but something you find right where you are? In this episode, we explore the power of living moment by moment, without the pressure to be “fully present” all the time.
It’s a reflection on releasing fear about the future, softening into the now, and discovering how the day-to-day rhythm of life can be its own kind of sacred.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyWe have to soften our hearts. New episode of More Peace (Please!) out now! 🎙️Dominique Davis2025-04-22 | ...Finding Peace in Motherhood Ft. Linda Elaine (Part 2) - More Peace (Please!) Episode 3Dominique Davis2025-04-22 | Episode Title: Finding Peace in Motherhood (with Linda Elaine)
Welcome back to PART 2 of Finding Peace in Motherhood!
In this episode of More Peace (Please!), we’re exploring what it means to find peace in the ever-evolving, deeply sacred role of motherhood. Dominique sits down with special guest Linda Elaine—mother, spiritual content creator, and radiant soul—to talk about identity, intuition, and the quiet power of choosing presence in motherhood.
Together, they unpack the myths we’ve been taught about being “just a mom” and reflect on the joy, challenge, and growth that comes with raising children while staying rooted in your own spiritual path. This episode is a gentle reminder that motherhood isn’t something we have to move beyond—it’s something we can move deeply into.
Whether you’re a mom, want to be one, or simply want to hold space for the mothers in your life, this conversation is full of truth, softness, and grounding wisdom. ✨
Tune in and come back home to peace.
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💌**Substack:** substack.com/@brownandbendyYoga Sculpt Warm Up 💪🏾Dominique Davis2025-04-19 | ...Finding Peace in Motherhood Ft. Linda Elaine (Part 1) - More Peace (Please!) Episode 2Dominique Davis2025-04-15 | Episode Title: Finding Peace in Motherhood (with Linda Elaine)
In this episode of More Peace (Please!), we’re exploring what it means to find peace in the ever-evolving, deeply sacred role of motherhood.
Dominique sits down with special guest Linda Elaine—mother, spiritual content creator, and radiant soul—to talk about identity, intuition, and the quiet power of choosing presence in motherhood. Together, they unpack the myths we’ve been taught about being “just a mom” and reflect on the joy, challenge, and growth that comes with raising children while staying rooted in your own spiritual path.
This episode is a gentle reminder that motherhood isn’t something we have to move beyond—it’s something we can move deeply into.
Whether you’re a mom, want to be one, or simply want to hold space for the mothers in your life, this conversation is full of truth, softness, and grounding wisdom.
✨ Tune in and come back home to peace.
Download Climbing Back Up to the Watch Tower on my Substack and stay connected: 🌿 **Website:** brownandbendy.com
After a year away, I’m back—not just with a podcast, but with a new perspective. In this first episode of More Peace (Please!), I open up about where I’ve been, why I stepped away from content creation, and what led me to pursue my Master’s in Social Work. From working in insurance to experiencing deep personal loss, this past year has been a lesson in purpose, alignment, and the ways peace can be found even in unexpected places.
I also share the vision for More Peace (Please!)—a podcast exploring what peace really looks like in our lives, sometimes through solo reflections and sometimes through conversations with incredible guests. Plus, an exciting update about Brown and Bendy as it transitions from a wellness platform to a nonprofit focused on somatic healing, community impact, and trauma-informed care.
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This episode is a reminder that freedom is a birthright, and peace isn’t just something we find—it’s something we choose and create. Let’s begin this journey together.You Are Safe: A Gentle Meditation for Nervous System RegulationDominique Davis2025-04-01 | In this guided meditation, you'll be invited to slow down, reconnect with your breath, and settle into your body through a gentle blend of breathwork, movement, and visualization.
We’ll begin with posture awareness and the *three-part breath*—a simple yet powerful technique to deepen your connection to your body and breath. From there, we'll move through soft, grounding stretches before easing into a peaceful meditation by the ocean, designed to help you feel safe, supported, and at ease.
Whether you're new to meditation or returning to your practice, this experience is here to remind you: *you are safe, and your peace is worth prioritizing.*
All you need is a comfortable seat and a few moments to yourself. Let’s begin. 🌊💛
00:00 Intro 01:03 Belief No. 1: "No one will like the real me." 06:34 Belief No. 2: "I have to be liked in order to be successful." 10:48 Belief No. 3: "God wants me to be different."
00:00 Intro 00:49 Create Awareness Around Material Desires 03:48 Minimize Expenses for the Sake of Your Awareness 06:52 Prioritizing Quality Over Quantity
00:00 Intro 02:17 Identifying That You Have a Problem 05:36 Find Stillness: Learning How to Monitor Your Internal State 08:35 Replace Your Vices w/ Stillness
0:00 - Introduction 01:21 - Part 1: Vibration determines proximity to God 07:20 - Part 2: Recognizing Old Patterns 13:33 - Part 3: How does this person make you "feel"? 17:16 - Closing Thoughts
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