Resilience is a vital component in overcoming life’s obstacles and achieving personal growth. It is the ability to bounce back and keep moving forward despite setbacks and challenges. 

When faced with adversity, it is essential to recognize that life is in constant motion – one is either growing or withering. By focusing on personal development and learning from these experiences, individuals can foster resilience and continue to make strides towards their goals. 

In this episode, Dr. Naeema Burgess shares her journey of perseverance and how she overcame multiple obstacles to become a clinical school neuropsychologist. She recalls taking the EPPP exam 16 times before finally passing, turning her car accident anniversary into a day of celebration – her Sweet 16. Dr. Burgess’s story highlights the importance of maintaining one’s determination and working towards a purpose – in her case, serving people – as a driving force to overcome hurdles.

Dr. Naeema’s story is an inspiring testament to the power of resilience, but her journey isn’t over yet. 

As long as we’re living, we’re either growing or withering; there’s no stagnation at all.

 – Dr. Naeema Burgess

Meet Dr. Naeema Burgess:

Dr. Naeema Burgess, a psychologist and personal empowerment coach, faced numerous obstacles in her journey to achieve her goals. At a young age, she felt called to be a psychologist and spent years pursuing her doctorate, despite setbacks such as failing her comprehensive exam by a single point. Undeterred, Dr. Burgess continued her path to success, even when faced with blackmail during her internship. Drawing strength from her ancestors and her faith, she persevered and started her business, Giving Hope, to provide support and empowerment to others facing similar challenges in their lives. By demonstrating the power of resilience, Dr. Burgess inspires and encourages others to overcome their obstacles and reach their full potential.

In this episode you will learn:

• How Dr. Burgess overcame the setbacks of not passing her licensing exam 16 times.
• Navigating the complexities of higher education and licensure despite facing challenges.
• Dr. Burgess developed a thriving consulting business through persistence and determination.
• How coaching has helped other women enhance their personal growth.

Resources Mentioned:

• Byron Katie’s The Work
• Brain Tap

Connect with Dr. Naeema Burgess:

• Follow on Instagram @givinghopellc or @dr_naeema_
• Check out their website – www.GivingHopeLLC.org

Connect with Dr. Sabrina Nichole:

• Follow on Instagram @drsabrinanichole
• Website – drsabrinanichole.com

• Follow on Facebook – Sabrina Crouch
• Learn more about the F**k Being Stuck Masterclass
• Free Webinar: 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain

Previous Episodes/Blog Posts:

• Episode 1 – My Journey From Managing to Mastering Chronic Pain
• Episode 2 – 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain

• Episode 3 – Joy As a Success Strategy with Tanisha Yorrick-Allen
• Episode 4 – Breaking Generational Curses with Dr. Katrina R. Sparks

Custom Music by Takenya Battle

• Follow on Instagram @kenyakeys

More About F**k Being Stuck: A Journey to Healing

This podcast spotlights the unrelenting women who went from managing to mastering life’s challenges, and the badass alternative practitioners who are changing the way we heal physically and emotionally.

I’m Dr. Sabrina Nichole, a licensed psychologist, author and motivational speaker, but more importantly I’m a person who was stuck and had to find my way through a chronic pain condition by unconventional methods.  

I’m on a mission to help women get unstuck from their thought patterns that no longer serve them in order to find relief and freedom in a way they did not think was possible.  My guests and I will share stories of our journey from stuck to unstuck.  There is more than one way to heal, and we will explore various methods on this show.  

If you are willing to open your mind to possibilities, then this is the right place for you.