In this soulful episode, Juliette sits down with Mel Charles—DEI consultant, end-of-life doula, and professional tarot reader—for a conversation about finding your own voice, redefining success, and weaving spirituality into real-world impact. Mel shares her journey from childhood dreams of broadcasting to creating Nubian Divinity, a multi-faceted practice centered on equity, intuition, and community. Together, they unpack what it means to not have the answers—and why that’s exactly where the magic begins.

"I don't have the answers. What I hope for when folks come to me is that the liberation work I help with is your own liberation, your own empowerment." — Mel Charles

Takeaways:

• Mel transitioned from wanting to be a talk-show host to becoming a healer and guide through Nubian Divinity.
• Her work blends tarot reading, DEI consulting, and end-of-life care—each with a focus on community and self-trust.
• Spirituality, for Mel, is a tool to reconnect with your own voice, not to provide external answers.
• Listening to your intuition can be a radical act of self-liberation, especially when society trains us to look outward.
• Entrepreneurship can feel lonely—community support and boundaries are key.
• Social media can blur the lines between inspiration and burnout. Intentional content consumption matters.
• Money can be a tool for impact when used to fund accessible and purpose-driven work.

Meet Mel Charles:

Mel Charles is the founder of Nubian Divinity, a practice that combines tarot reading, DEI consulting, and end-of-life care. With over 1,000 readings under her belt, a background in communications and journalism, Mel’s work centers around helping people reconnect with themselves and their communities. Her philosophy? She’s not here to give you the answers—she’s here to help you hear your own.

Resources Mentioned:

• Nubian Divinity — Mel’s website for tarot readings, end-of-life care and DEI consulting
• @nubian_divinity — Mel’s Instagram
• Rural Roots Cafe — Location where Mel does live tarot readings (Thursdays)
• There’s No Plan B for Your A-Game by Bo Eason — Book mentioned by Juliette
• Hassle Free Clinic (Toronto)