Hosted by Shane Hodges, Counselor & Author · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 100 episodes
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An interview series where I speak with guests from various walks of life about authenticity. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and author of the book "It's Time to Be YOU! - How to Become Your Most Authentic Self".
Shane Hodges, Counselor & Author hosts Being YOU!, a arts show with 100 episodes published.
Pride month is coming to an end. But Pride isn't just a weekend celebration and its way more than a single month of the year. It is a history. It's about the freedom to be yourself...all year round. So be yourselves and
In this video, singer and actress, Mary Louise Lee shares her thoughts on being authentic. She mentions the importance of believing in yourself as well as taking time for yourself. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphprodu
Season 4 just wrapped and once again, we had some really inciteful Words of Wisdom from our outstanding roster of guests. Check it out! And stay tuned for Season 5...coming this fall! #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphpr
Father's Day is a time to acknowledge fathers, grandfathers, step-fathers and father figures for their sacrifices, love, and the impact they have had on us. I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge some very impressive f
Juneteenth is a holiday to commemorate the freedom, resilience, and pursuit of equality for black Americans in the United States. It is a time to honor the strength and perseverance of persons of color. And it is celebra
June 2026 is the 2-year anniversary of publishing my book and establishing my company, SPH Productions! It also happens to be my 50th birthday! So I thought I'd share a bit about what the past 2 years have been like...an
Aging is something we all experience. Some of us fear it, some of us celebrate it. In this video, I talk about varying views on aging and what it can represent. Regardless of your feelings about it, aging isn't something
June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month so I thought I'd take a moment to acknowledge some of the mental health challenges men face. No matter who you are, it's ok to ask for help. And having emotions is a natural pa
Based on the amazing feedback from last season, we decided to bring back the roundtable discussion. Our conversation revolved around the intersection of mental health challenges and being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Th
In this video I discuss the often "taboo" topic of masturbation. I talk about the benefits of pleasuring oneself...such as stress reduction, improved sleep, and a deeper connection to one's own body. I strongly believe t
We all come into this world naked. And under the clothes and adornments we wear, it's all we have. We judge ourselves and others, strive for a "perfection" that does NOT exist, and are often shamed about our bodies and h
June is Pride Month so I thought I'd share a bit of info on the history, types of celebrations, and the civil rights movement of the LGBTQ+ community. We have been fighting for our rights, equality, and the right to be w
In this episode I got to speak with Soulful Guide, Author, and Spiritual Threshold Walker - Kaelan Strouse. He shared stories about his experiences with religion, spirituality, body image, meditation, school, acting, wri
In this video I discuss the differences between sex and intimacy. I outline the definitions as well as talking about vulnerability, action vs. feeling, and various types of non-sexual intimacy. #authenticity #itstimetobe
In this video I get into the (often taboo) subject of kinks and fetishes. I share information about the differences between the two, give some examples, touch on misconceptions, and point out the importance of communicat
On this episode, I spoke with friend and colleague, Jen Key. Jen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Sex Therapist. We discussed her 15+ years as a therapist working with a wide range of clients and mental health co
In this video I go over some of my favorite books and authors from various stages of my life. #authenticity #itstimetobeyou #sphproductions #books #reading #jensincero #jamespatterson #harlancoben #tokillamockingbird #yo
In this interview, I got to chat with Tony-nominated Costume Designer, Holly Pierson. We talked about her work on the award-winning play "Oh, Mary", her time on "At Home w/Amy Sedaris", her various experiences in the the
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I wanted to take some time to talk about mental health stigma, support, and awareness. Approximately 1 in 5 people in the United States experience mental health challenges each year.
In this interview I had the opportunity to meet with Kitt Shapiro...Fashionista, entrepreneur, and author of Eartha & Kitt, the book about the relationship between her and her mother...Eartha Kitt. Kitt talked about her
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