Tanya H. Franklin

Tanya is a passionate writer, wife, devoted mother to her daughter and furry son, fitness lover and professor aspires to improve the world around her. Her delightful toy poodle, Zack, encourages her to be mindful, embrace and seek out the positivity that surrounds us.

  • Week 28: Be Vulnerable
    by Tanya H. Franklin
    In this episode, Tanya Franklin and her aunt Debbie Harris explore the profound lessons dogs teach us about vulnerability, trust, and authenticity. They share heartfelt stories about their dogs' behaviors and how these reflect human emotions and societal issues. In this heartfelt episode, […]
  • Week 27: Move Together
    by Tanya H. Franklin
    In this episode, Tanya Franklin chats with her uncle, David Harris, about family, travel, kindness, and personal growth. They explore how moving together as a unit, maintaining standards, and embracing life's lessons can lead to a fulfilling life. Keywords: family, kindness, travel, personal […]
  • Week 26: Chosen
    by Tanya H. Franklin
    The podcast episode features a conversation between Tanya Franklin and her daughter Quinn Franklin, exploring themes of poetry, leadership, family dynamics, respect, friendship, self-image, peer pressure, personal growth, and character development. The discussion delves into the importance of self-discovery, maintaining positivity, and overcoming […]
  • Week 25: Unchecked Messages
    by Tanya H. Franklin
    The podcast episode features a lighthearted and occasional deep conversation with a special guest, Michelle Price, focusing on the challenges and impact of managing unread messages. The discussion delves into strategies for managing messages, balancing technology and presence, navigating message expectations, and the […]
  • Week 24: Sniffing Out Messages
    by Tanya H. Franklin
    Tanya Franklin and Michelle Price engage in a lighthearted and deep conversation about life lessons, self-discovery, and personal growth. They reflect on the wisdom gained from their experiences and the valuable insights learned from their furry companions. The conversation delves into themes of […]
  • Greater Appreciation with My Dog

    Feeling overwhelmed on your walks? Here’s a secret I learned from Zack: Slow down and really observe your surroundings.Most of us rush through walks, caught up in getting things done. But when you pause and notice the birds chirping or…

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  • Anger As A Defense Mechanism

    Have you ever noticed how anger often gets mistaken for aggression — especially in Black women?Drop a ✊ if you’ve felt this, or tag someone…

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  • Spreading Positivity at the Gym

    Ever notice how Black women often keep their soft side hidden? 🤔 Ever get questioned for trying to see the good in anything?Drop a 💡 if you’re all about turning chaos into kindness.I keep cleaning up the gym mess —…

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  • DMX Growl: Listen to My Dog!

    Ever notice how our dogs can be way more honest than some people? Zack’s the type to roll over for everyone — but then, out…

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