We recently had the chance to connect with JONNISE ATWATER, MBA and have shared our conversation below.
JONNISE, 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 are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
This question is so fitting at this present time in my life, because God has been calling me to shine my light bright. I have been afraid of performing in front of people, really being vulnerable in my self-expression through my art.
In 2020 I got certified to be a Minister/ Wedding Officiant and I have not done anything with it. I was sooo in my head about people judging me and not taking me seriously.
About a year ago I danced to some gospel music in front of one of my kindred sistar’s and she cried. It was like she felt my sorrow and saw my pain. I knew then, that is what I am supposed to be doing; praise dancing.
I am excited to be launching my services before this year ends and starting our arts ministry in 2026.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello beautiful souls, my name is Jonnise Atwater, MBA a-k-a Amazon Warrior Empress (AWE) I am the CEO of Atwater Productions & Publishing LLC. We are a family owned, woman owned, black owned, small business. I am an artist, creative entrepreneur, filmmaker, holistic healer, minister, poet, screenwriter, self-published author and sooo much more.
Four years ago, I created Atwater Productions & Publishing LLC (APP) with my first-born daughter and VP, Keon Atwater, CCP a-k-a The Multifaceted Chef Keon. We are passionate about the arts; they are our healing power. Creativity runs through our veins; we definitely see life in colors. We collaborated on a book together, blending erotic poetry with aphrodisiac plant-based recipes, entitled “A Double Dose of Fuego.”
We have been featured in nearly 10 publications, self-published 6 books, written on various screenwriting projects, secured 3 brand ambassador contracts, and produced multiple podcasts & blogs that have been used to create mental health & self-love campaigns promoting personal development & self-care.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
I used to be a people pleaser, wanting people to like me so that I could fit in. I became insecure about myself, because I was always looked at as weird. I got conditioned to dim my light so that I would not be made fun of.
Life has taught me many valuable lessons about loving myself first and foremost. Accountability, self-love and mental health awareness are imperative in this life. I have gone deep within myself doing a lot of shadow work and no longer believe any negatives about myself. I am sooo happy to stand in my truth and shine my light everywhere that I go.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
There have been many moments where I have wanted to give up, however my two daughters have always been my motivation. Being a single parent is all about multi-tasking.
Legacy building has always been my passion and purpose. Life has definitely been a rocky road for my daughters and I. We have learned some very valuable lessons along the way and are building a beautiful empire.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
Absolutely!!! I am who I am. I am very authentic, down to earth and transparent. My mission, passion, and purpose are all based on my experiences and the lessons that I’ve learned. I always speak of accountability, grounding, holistic healing, mental health awareness, and self-love.
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 happy and grateful to say that I am living out my dreams, doing what I was born to do.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://msha.ke/fuego_dosage/
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/atwaterprodpub
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonniseatwatermba/
- Twitter: https://x.com/ADDOFExperience
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mzzenamba
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@amazonwarriorempress/
- Other: ATWATER PRODUCTIONS & PUBLISHING WEBSITE:
https://linktr.ee/atwaterprodpubYOUTUBE:
https://www.youtube.com/@LifeOverTheRoad
https://www.youtube.com/@naturalblackunicornBLOG:
https://fuegodosage.wordpress.com/PODCAST:
“A DOUBLE DOSE OF FUEGO” BOOK ON AMAZON:
https://a.co/d/8d8dXjRONLINE STORES:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/warriorempress/shop
https://www.redbubble.com/people/GoldUnicornNBU/shop
https://fuego-dosage.creator-spring.com/ONLINE ART GALLERIES:
https://www.artpal.com/fuegodosage
https://www.artpal.com/AtwaterprodpubFUEGO DOSAGE SHOE:
https://www.aliveshoes.com/fuego-dosage-1
