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BIO:

Hello! I’m Nikia Smith. I am the founder of Forged N Fire. I am an anesthesiologist by profession. The pandemic made me realize how burned out I was feeling and that I was truly lacking fulfillment.

I planned and hosted She Is... A Physician Wellness retreat for female physicians of color and truly found joy in providing a safe space for vulnerable moments. We often lose ourselves in our titles (boss, mom, wife, colleague) and we need to tap into the things that bring us peace and joy. Once we establish that, we can transform into the best version of ourselves.

I plan to continue this journey of community and connection amongst professional women of color through curated experiences that allow us to be our most authentic selves.I hope to inspire other professional women of color to stop merely surviving and to thrive. We can live the life we want, the life we deserve, the life we worked so hard for. I do believe women will change the world but we can not do that if we don't take care of ourselves first.

Website: https://www.sheisfireforged.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheisfireforged 

Topics discussed include:

Are we in a season of revival?

Nikia’s journey as a doctor and now as a leader empowering women

Burnout 

Being capable of receiving help

How Nikia’s retreats contribute to the overall well-being and fulfillment of female physicians of color

The importance of community and connection in fostering resilience and well-being, especially for women in professional settings

Advice for professionals who may be feeling overwhelmed or burnt out in their careers

How do we create a life that feels fulfilling every day?

How to know when a decision is coming from a place of fear

The future of Forged N Fire and its impact on the well-being of women

Practical steps and strategies to implement to prioritize wellness and thrive in personal and professional life

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