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Two of my closest sister-friends, Ja'el Mendez and Stephanie Amarteifio, join me to discuss sister-friendship, the healing and safety in community, and intentionally holding space for Black Women.
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"Best Friend" x Brandy
"Girl" x Destiny's Child
"God if Good" x Jonathan McReynolds
"Cheetah Sisters" x The Cheetah Girls
"Masterpiece" x Iman Europe
"You Got One" x Moonchild ft Alex Isley
"Remain" x Saleka
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Often times, our own journeys of hurt and healing lead us to lessons -- not just for ourselves, but for others. Join us as Taryn Hill of "High Functioning Black Girls" shares how her own journey with mental wellness caused a community for Black women to bloom.
Find Taryn and High Functioning Black Girls on Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and their book club!
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"You Will Heal" x Keyondra Lockett
"For Me" x Pink Sweats ft. Blxst
"Now" x Alex Isley & Jack Dine
"Cobra" x Megan the Stallion
"Waterfall (I Adore You) x Yebba
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There are so many seasons in life and each has a lesson, but what happens when the most impactful is also the most isolating? Tap in as Shaina Morris vulnerably and powerfully shares gems, nuggets, and honestly a timely word of encouragement from her story!
Sarah Jakes Roberts' Message "Why Isolation Leads to Transformation"
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"New Wine" x Hillsong Worship
"More Than Anything" x Anita Wilson
"More Than Anything" x Lamar Campbell & The Choir
"How Will I Know" x Sam Smith
"Essence" x Wizkid feat. Tems
"Me & U" x Tems
"Soul Lovers" x Xenia Manasseh
"Tired (Live in Richmond" x Todd Galberth
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Sometimes the thoughts we have are louder than the truth we know ... and the result can be a matter of life or death.
!!! TRIGGER WARNING !!! This episode contains topics like suicide and substance abuse.
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"Too Long" x King George
"Topsy Turvy" x Caleb Shumake
"On Time God" x Woman Evolve, Abbie Gamboa, Chandler Moore
"Mind Your Business (Bosses in Love)" x Diddy & NOV WAV
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The isolation that resulted in loneliness during the COVID19 Pandemic impacted our mental health and is still affecting our connections!
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Articles Referenced:
The Power of Connection: How It Can Improve Our Health
Are We Losing Touch? Looking at Loneliness and Isolation in the Digital Age The Power of Human Connection in a Digital Age Social support: Getting and staying connected The Impact of Social Isolation on Mental Health: Addressing Loneliness in a Digital Age Life-saving relationships-----
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"Be Blessed" x Yolanda Adams
"Eyes For You" x Haben
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I’ve been avoiding thinking about a season of my life that was honestly beautiful in retrospect, but I remember the grief and growing pains and grit and gratitude I had to move through in order to come out on the other side. And sometimes I tell myself that the reason I needed that season was about getting over one person, but really, it was about the part of me that needed to be healed and rebirthed.
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Articles Referenced:
‘Daddy Issues’ and Their Impact on Adult Relationships
6 Signs You Might Have "Daddy Issues" & What It Means
Using the Power of Silence After a Breakup to Heal
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"Private Party" x India.Arie
"Speak" x Jhene Aiko
"We Wait for You" x William Murphy
"Abba" x Leon Timbo
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For me, conflict was something I avoided at all costs -- which really did cost me. I am a recovering conflict-averse type of person. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, stressed, or even panicked when conflict arises in your relationships? Listen to Episode 12 as I share my story and how to overcome conflict avoidance.
Articles Referenced:
Conflict Avoidance Doesn’t Do You Any Favors The Conflict Avoidant: Two Distinct Types Why You Shouldn't Text Your Argument-----
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"How Does It Make You Feel" x Victoria Monét
"Favourite" x ELHAE + Xavier Omär
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Episode 11 is a special episode for #NationalRelaxationDay! Tune in as Krystle Dorsey and your host Teka discuss how to free ourselves from the harmful traits of the #StrongBlackWoman stereotype and embrace harmony in our strength and softness. It is the final part of our 3 PART SERIES!!!
Friday August 4th we released Episode 10, Part 1 of the “Relax, Relate, Release: The Strong Black Woman” Series.
August 9th we engaged with y’all on #IGLive about the internalization and impact of the Strong Black Woman stereotype!
Join as we give ourselves permission to free ourselves and practice rest on the #NationalRelaxationDayReferenced Instagram Post on BlackLoveBible and Creator [ https://www.instagram.com/bygloriaalamrew/ ]
Articles Referenced:
My Strong, Black Daughter: Racial/Ethnic Differences in the Attributes Mothers Value for their Daughters In Their Own Words: The Meaning of the Strong Black Woman Schema among Black U.S. College Women Stress and Mental Health: Moderating Role of the Strong Black Woman Stereotype The Meaning of "Independent Woman" in Music-----
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"Sweet Tea" x Snoh Aalegra
"JOY (Unspeakable)" x Voices of Fire ft Pharrell Williams
"Feeling Good" x Nina Simone
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Whether on TV, in movies and music, or even the books we read, the Strong Black Woman has been glamorized and revered ... but where did this archetype originate? And how is it impacting us, Black Women?
Episode 5 guest, Krystle Dorsey is back with Teka for a bonus episode of the #HereWeArePod focused on the #StrongBlackWoman stereotype.
But get this, it’s a 3 part series!! This Friday August 4th we release Episode 10, Part 1 of the “Relax, Relate, Release: The Strong Black Woman” Series.
Tune in on August 9th for an IG Live you DO NOT want to miss! We wanna hear how knowing or being a SBW has impacted you! [ https://www.instagram.com/kduplifts_u/ ]
Then together on August 15th Episode 11 invites us all to free ourselves and practice rest on the #NationalRelaxationDay 🧘🏾♀️
Referenced Instagram Post on BlackLoveBible and Creator [ https://www.instagram.com/bygloriaalamrew/ ]
Articles Referenced:
My Strong, Black Daughter: Racial/Ethnic Differences in the Attributes Mothers Value for their Daughters In Their Own Words: The Meaning of the Strong Black Woman Schema among Black U.S. College Women Stress and Mental Health: Moderating Role of the Strong Black Woman Stereotype The Meaning of "Independent Woman" in Music-----
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"Black Like You" x Joseph Solomon
"Have Mercy" x Eryn Allen Kane
"Fragile" x Eryn Allen Kane
"Superwoman" x Alicia Keys
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How do you feel the emotions that are uncomfortable or intense without letting them consume you? Tune in as Shayla Pittman shares how after being laid off for the 4th time, she recognizes that she is actually walking in the manifestation of her prayers.
You can find her on IG @blackcurvyqueen
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"Know Better" x Janelle Monae
"Float" x Janelle Monae
"I Like That" x Janelle Monae
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It's not everyday that a Black man can put down the weight he carries and be vulnerable. Listen and be inspired as Bretton Key shares how he recognized he needed to start his mental and physical healing journey, not just for himself, but for his legacy: his children.
You can find him online: Personal IG: key.to.success | Biz: mydatejar.com | [email protected]
https://shor.by/datejar
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"Untitled" x Logic
"Dangerous Daringer" x Sauce Walka & Conway The Machine
"Found" x Tems ft. Brent Faiyaz
"Yet" x the King will come
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Take a seat and listen as Alexandra courageously shares her story, for the first time, of how she and her sister went from best friends to enemies. Approximately 10 years after an event that changed her life, her sibling's life, and her family, "Xan" bravely tells her truth without shame.
"Even though we think we aren’t supposed to live without someone, boundaries are necessary and we don’t have control over others." - Alexandra K
You can find her on YouTube at Life With Alexandra K and on Instagram @lifewithalexandrak
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"One Margarita (Margarita Song)" x That Chick Angel, Casa Di & Steve Terrell
"Plan B" x Megan Thee Stallion
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Dr. Brené Brown's book The Gifts of Imperfection, teaches us not to change ourselves to adapt to expectations, instead, we should embrace and engage with our imperfections. The core insights center on empathy, understanding, and adopting "wholehearted living," so that we start living for ourselves, and not for other people.
I share my story of how letting unrelenting standards and unfair expectations of perfection began to shape my beliefs -- I thought my worth and value was connected to how others validated and accepted me. Shame kept me trapped, but hope freed me.
Join me as we figure out how to live wholeheartedly, embracing the gifts of imperfection.
Articles Referenced:
What I learned from “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Nick He Celebrating 10 Years of The Gifts! by Brené Brown The Gifts of Imperfection SummarySarah Jakes Roberts IG Live or YouTube Live with her husband about "the wig moment"
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"Too Sweet" x India Shawn
"Worth It" x Amber Mark
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Listen as Krystle shares her story, "Make It Work"! She highlights how determination and faith were the key factors in helping her to get to her dream life and career.
Krystle Dorsey, M.Ed. is a career counselor, social justice advocate, writer, and change agent. She has 12+ years of experience as a career services professional, primarily in the higher education industry. She is the CEO and Founding Editor of Uplift Opportunity Career Services, LLC, a career services and media platform specializing in the needs of men and women of color. She helps her clients and followers get unstuck in their careers and prepares them for their next opportunity.
You can find her blog at krystledorsey.com/blog or follow her on IG and Twitter @kduplifts_u.
Tap into her services by visiting www.KrystleDorsey.com and get 40% off with the Level Up Season Sale and the $100 Purpose Bundle Package! INVEST IN YOURSELF!
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Vibe Tunes ATM Playlist:
"With You" x Eryn Allen Kane
"Started from the Bottom" x Drake
"Ascension" x Jhené Aiko ft. Brandy
"We Got Love" x Teyana Taylor fr. Ms Lauryn Hill
"God Did" x DJ Khaled ft. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend, Fridayy
"MOOD 4 EVA" Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Childish Gambino, Oumou Sangaré
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Listen as Nikole bravely and transparently shares her story, titled "Growing Unapologetically". She shares how she's "A rebel who Loves God; I need to be unapologetic about my growth so I can actually grow. I am Christian, a believer. I am married to a woman. I smoke weed. I have struggled with mental health issues. I still struggle with self acceptance. I mention these things here because I believe that most of these things sum up some of who I am today. And those intersections can maybe become complicated to understand."
Find Nikole's hat @ The Heart Gallery
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"Reminder" x JJ Hairiston
"He Won't Fail" x Todd Galberth
"Anchor" x Madison Ryann Ward
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Did you know that what you believe influences how you behave? Tap in to how mindfulness can help us change the patterns of our behaviors by changing the cycle of our unhealthy beliefs.
How Beliefs And Expectations Influence Our Relationships
3 Ways Your Beliefs Can Shape Your Reality
The Truth About Expectations in Relationships
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Ok, so BOOM! I actually can't leave episode 2 without the "happily ever after" follow-up. Leaps of Faith are about trust and surrender, even when it doesn't make sense or challenges what you THOUGHT was going to happen. Believe me, it's hard, but is still for your good. Here's my story ...
@QuitaSays on TikTok
Life Scripture: Romans 8:28 NLT
Philippians 1:6
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What do you do when the career path you thought you wanted leads to anxiety and burnout? Quitting my career and trusting my purpose Creator was the leap of faith I took in December of 2019. Here's my story ...
"Hey, Teka!" Blog Post “Leaping In Faith” http://www.heyteka.com/blog/2020/2/18/leaping-in-faith
Psychology Today Article: “When It’s Time to Let Go of Control and Surrender” https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/inviting-monkey-tea/201605/when-its-time-let-go-control-and-surrender
GotQuestions? Answer Article “What Does It Mean to Surrender to God?” https://www.gotquestions.org/surrender-to-God.html
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It's surreal to believe, but this podcast has been 3 years in the making -- and I've finally started it!
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