We’re looking forward to introducing you to Cherie Tyler. Check out our conversation below.
Cherie, 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 is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
What has been bringing me joy outside of work lately is the podcast I recently started in honor of my son, Jimmy Ray Mitchell Jr., who passed away in 2021 from an overdose. Creating this platform has been a powerful part of my healing journey. It allows me to share my story openly while bringing awareness to the realities of grief, loss, and the battles so many families face but often feel afraid to talk about.
Through this podcast, I’ve been able to connect with others in my community who are also navigating grief, and together we create space for honesty, healing, and hope. Knowing that my son’s story is helping others find strength, understanding, and support brings me a deep sense of purpose and peace. It’s become one of the greatest sources of joy and healing in my life right now.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Cherie Tyler is a Fort Worth–based hairstylist, fashion stylist, and creative with over 27 years of experience specializing in multicultural hair. Known for her artistry, professionalism, and ability to make every client feel seen and confident, Cherie has built a respected name in the beauty and fashion community.
Beyond her work behind the chair, Cherie is also the founder and host of a deeply meaningful podcast created in honor of her son, Jimmy Ray Mitchell Jr., who passed away in 2021 from an overdose. Through this platform, she uses her voice to bring awareness to grief, healing, and the challenges families face during unimaginable loss. The podcast has become both a tribute to her son and a powerful outlet for connection, strength, and community support.
Today, Cherie continues to blend beauty, purpose, and advocacy, using her gifts not only to transform looks, but to uplift lives.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
The part of me that has served its purpose and must now be released is the version of myself that carried guilt, pain, and silent suffering. For a long time, I held on to the weight of grief, feeling like I had to be strong for everyone while hiding my own broken places. That version of me did what she needed to do to survive, but she no longer serves who I am becoming.
I’m releasing the part of me that felt obligated to shrink, to stay quiet, or to carry the world on my shoulders. I’m letting go of self-blame, the “what-ifs,” and the idea that healing has to happen alone. That chapter had a purpose—it taught me resilience, compassion, and depth,but now it’s time to step into wholeness, peace, and the freedom to live fully.
I’m choosing to embrace joy, purpose, and community… and to honor my son by living in a way that reflects strength rather than sorrow. Letting go is part of my healing, and I’m ready for the woman I’m becoming.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
If I could say one kind thing to my younger self, it would be this:
You are worthy just as you are, and you don’t have to dim your light to make anyone else comfortable.
I would remind her that her softness is strength, her intuition is a gift, and the love she gives so freely will come back to her in ways she can’t yet imagine. I would tell her to trust her voice, believe in her dreams, and know that every challenge she faces will shape her into a woman of resilience, grace, and purpose.
Most of all, I’d tell her: You are enough. You always have been.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
I admire Beyoncé not for her power, but for her character. Beyond the global success, what inspires me most is her discipline, her humility, and the way she constantly pours into her craft with intention. She represents strength without arrogance, confidence without cruelty, and purpose without needing to be loud about it.
Beyoncé leads with grace. She shows what it looks like to honor your roots, protect your peace, and stay true to your values while navigating a world that constantly demands more. Her work ethic, emotional honesty, and commitment to excellence remind me that greatness is built from the inside out.
I admire her because she stands for resilience, reinvention, and inner strength—qualities that speak to character, not status.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I am finally doing what I was born to do. For years, I followed what I thought I “should” do—what others expected of me or what seemed safe—but life has a way of nudging you back to your true purpose. Today, through hairstyling, fashion consulting, my podcast, and creative expression, I’m embracing my God-given gifts fully, using them to inspire, heal, and empower others. Doing what I was born to do feels like freedom, fulfillment, and a calling I can no longer ignore.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Amothersheart.com
- Instagram: Cherie_Shaunte_
- Facebook: CherieShaunte
- Youtube: AMothersheartcom
Image Credits
Yes! The phenomenal ✨💛
@jeremyandersonphotography @elleryphotography
@dereklangphotography
