In her intimate Women of TmrO sit-down, Lisa Marie Lovett showed us the power of transparency, vulnerability, and self-reflection. The creator and host of Seasoned Dialogue didn’t just speak — she revealed. Her story is one of reclamation, healing, and choosing softness after decades of survival.

What began as a personal outlet soon evolved into a platform where Black women could explore hard truths, heal publicly, and hold themselves accountable. But before she could help others do that, Lisa had to walk through fire herself — including the discovery that she was adopted, reconnecting with her biological family, navigating loss, and learning to parent with intentional love.

Discovering She Was Adopted: “I Was Scared to Say It Out Loud”

Lisa grew up in the small town of Statesboro, Georgia, where she always felt different. At 8 years old, she overheard a cousin say something that changed her life — a casual comment that revealed she was adopted.

But instead of confronting her parents, Lisa kept it to herself. “I was scared they’d send me away,” she admitted during her Women of TmrO interview.

It wasn’t until years later — after the death of her adoptive father — that she finally brought it up. Her mother confirmed it but did so defensively, and the subject remained too tender to explore. Still, Lisa never stopped wondering where she came from.

The Search for Her Biological Roots

In 2017, Lisa followed a spiritual nudge to begin searching for her biological family. She requested non-identifying information through Georgia’s adoption system and, to her surprise, received a call within a week.

Her biological mother had passed away, but that didn’t stop Lisa. A cousin’s obituary posted on Facebook led her to a family she’d never known — including her older brother, Ken, who had always believed he had a sister out there.

“I just wanted to know what it felt like to be a little sister,” she said.

Love and Loss: Two Mothers, One Brother

Lisa and Ken formed a deep bond quickly — and it gave her a glimpse into the life she could’ve had. But their time was short. Ken passed away from cancer in 2020, the same year Lisa also lost her adoptive mother.

Two mothers. One brother. One year of profound grief.

Lisa turned inward. “On the other side of pain is the breakthrough,” she shared during her Women of TmrO conversation. That belief became a spiritual anchor in her darkest moments.

Motherhood: Breaking Cycles, Creating Space

Lisa is raising three sons — and she approaches parenting with clarity and intention. While her adoptive mother taught her strength and independence, Lisa wanted to offer more emotional openness to her children.

“I affirm them. I say ‘I love you’ often. I ask questions and actually listen.”

Still, her trauma sometimes made her overly protective. Her sons pointed it out, lovingly. Instead of resisting, Lisa leaned in. “They helped me learn to let go — and trust.”

Spiritual Practice as a Lifestyle

Lisa’s spiritual foundation started early, shaped by her West Indian grandfather — a preacher who modeled a powerful blend of prayer and stillness. “He would pray, then sit in silence. That taught me meditation,” she said.

Over time, she built on those roots with journaling, poetry, and psychology. These became tools for self-regulation and emotional release.

“I realized I’d been practicing therapy long before I knew the word for it,” Lisa reflected.

Season Dialogue: From Diary to Dialogue

Lisa originally launched Season Dialogue as a way to process her own experiences. But listeners quickly resonated with her raw, reflective tone.

Women began reaching out. Some even admitted, for the first time, that they had been the toxic ones in past relationships.

“That blew my mind,” Lisa shared. “Women were holding themselves accountable. That’s growth. That’s healing.”

The podcast became a soft landing space for Black women to confront and care for themselves — without shame.

The Art of Slowing Down

Lisa doesn’t force momentum. She trusts divine timing. “What comes fast doesn’t last,” she said with quiet certainty.

She avoids performative spaces, listens to her intuition, and leads from a place of spiritual alignment. Whether in her motherhood, podcasting, or healing work, Lisa moves with patience.

Her biggest reminder? Don’t chase fleeting highs. “Temporary gratification leaves you empty. Purpose fills you.”

Final Word

In her Women of TmrO sit-down, Lisa Marie Lovett offered more than just a testimony — she offered a map. A reminder that self-discovery is not a one-time event, but an ongoing unfolding. Her story — layered with adoption, grief, love, spirituality, and accountability — is one that invites other women to do the same.