We recently had the chance to connect with Jalisa Hardy and have shared our conversation below.
Jalisa, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What do you think others are secretly struggling with—but never say?
Many people are secretly struggling with feeling like they’re “not enough” (not successful enough, healed enough, productive enough, or worthy enough).
They carry silent pressure to hold everything together, especially those who are caretakers, leaders, or healers. Yet underneath the surface, they’ve been craving permission to pause, be seen, and ask for help without judgment.
I’ve found that this hidden struggle often shows up as burnout, overgiving, or perfectionism, and it’s why I do the work I do: to remind people, especially women of color, that who you are is already enough, and healing begins when you choose to believe that.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Minister Jalisa Hardy, also known as The Golden Child. I’m a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, licensed minister, Healer, Human Design Expert, author, global speaker, and a proud single mama of three. But beyond the titles, I’m a survivor—a woman who has walked through trauma, heartbreak, and hardship, and chose to turn it into purpose.
Through my brand and movement, I help women—especially Black women, mompreneurs, and aspiring authors—heal, grow, and step boldly into the abundant life they were created for. I do this through my Freedom Framework and C.A.L.M. Method, Human Design-based coaching, spiritual mentorship, and self-publishing support.
Right now, I’m especially excited about The Golden Child Bookcamp and Self Publishing Made Easy Masterclass, where I help aspiring authors birth the book that’s been placed on their hearts. I’m also building out my doula offerings and continuing to grow my community spaces.
Everything I create is rooted in healing, authenticity, and divine alignment—and it’s all about reminding women that what they need is already within them. My life and work are living proof.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child, I believed that I had to earn love by being perfect, helpful, or strong all the time—that my worth was tied to how much I could endure or do for others. I carried the weight of responsibility early, thinking that if I just held it all together, I’d be safe, seen, and valued.
But through deep healing, inner child work, and a lot of unlearning, I now know that my worth isn’t something I have to prove—it’s something I already carry within me. I no longer believe I have to shrink, overperform, or suffer in silence to be worthy of love, softness, or success.
That shift changed everything—for how I mother, how I lead, and how I love myself.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was a time I almost gave up.
Building my business while healing from trauma, raising three toddlers as a single mom, and navigating financial uncertainty felt impossible some days. I remember moments when I poured my heart into my programs, my YouTube channel, and my community, only to be met with silence, slow growth, or doors that kept closing.
I questioned everything—if I was really called for this, if I was making an impact, if I could keep going.
But even in those lowest moments, God always made a way. Every time I wanted to quit, He sent a sign—a message from someone who’d been touched by my content, a client breakthrough, or even just the still, small voice reminding me, “This is bigger than you.”
And sometimes it was just one person tuning into my video, one comment, one message. That one person motivated me to keep going—because if they kept showing up, then so would I.
I’ve learned that resilience isn’t about never feeling discouraged. It’s about remembering who you are, who you serve, and who’s guiding you. That’s what keeps me showing up—on YouTube, in my business, and for the women I’m called to empower.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
One belief and mission I’m deeply committed to—no matter how long it takes—is that Black women deserve to live lives filled with purpose, peace, pleasure, and financial freedom.
Through my work as a healer, coach, author, and advocate, I’m building spaces—whether it’s through my YouTube channel, TGC Bookcamp, Human Design Reading or doula services—where Black women are reminded that they are powerful, worthy, and divinely designed.
I know what it’s like to fight for your healing, your voice, your dreams while carrying so much. That’s why I’m committed to creating platforms and programs that help women unlearn survival, embrace softness, and step fully into the abundance God has for them.
This isn’t just a business—it’s a movement. And even if it takes a lifetime, I’ll keep showing up to break cycles, elevate stories, and help women come home to themselves.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m honoring my own rhythm—especially during my self-care time, when I can pause, reflect, and journal.
There’s something sacred about those quiet moments when I get to just be—no titles, no responsibilities, just me and God. Whether it’s lighting a candle, pouring some tea, or sitting with my journal, that space allows me to breathe, to reconnect with my purpose, and to hear what my spirit needs.
It’s in those moments that I remember how far I’ve come, realign with where I’m going, and feel the presence of peace that isn’t dependent on my circumstances. That stillness is part of my legacy—because when I care for myself, I’m modeling what’s possible for the women I serve and the children I’m raising.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.jalisahardy.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/jalisathegoldenchild
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalisathegoldenchild
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jalisa.ray.5
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jalisathegoldenchild
