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It's A Mess, Sis!
by Reena and Jessica
A therapeutic conversation geared towards black queer women who have discovered that the life script is not enough! Come join us and if you vibe, we tribe!
Episodes
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Is Weird the New Normal? EP. 90
Hello, Hello! Welcome back to the conversation. This Episode is all about being “weird”. We define it, discuss the impact of “being weird” in our lives, like the good, bad, ugly, and weird. Then round it out with how we cope. We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have...
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What Kind of Mother Are You?…to Yourself EP. 89
Mother's Day just passed and we used our recording time to not only discuss our beautiful mothers but also to explore how we are "Mothering" ourselves in life and carrying on their work. So, join us.... as we have conversation about “Mothering” and what it means to be a mother to oneself, the...
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Heal More…Aim for Less EP. 88
Y'all are back!!!...and we love y'all for that!... This episode we have conversation about “healing” and “ambition” (define), how the two correlate (aka impact), and how we (cope) moving forward. We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have this conversation with us…
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I Don't Wanna Know...If the World's Ending...Keep it on the LOW! EP. 87
Question: If the World was Ending, Would You Want to Know? This episode we have conversation about “knowing” talk about the impact and how we cope with having so much access to information, knowledge, and each other. We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have this...
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Would You Do the Crime, If You Didn't Get Time? EP 86
Back with a lighter conversation for you all! We've all done it. Thought about something unsavoryr...illegal... a crime and said "no, I could never, it would cost too much, it's too much of a risk...but what if it wasn't? What if you had a real "Get out of Jail" card? That's what we talk about in...
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Season 4: Is Black Mediocrity the New Black Excellence? EP. 85
What do y'all think? As the title implies, this week we talk about Black "Excellence" vs "Mediocrity" and find our selves on opposite sides of the spectrum. So give us a listen, hit us up on social media, and join the conversation! Business Email: [email protected] Comments/share Mess:...
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Season 4: Friends…How Many of Us Have Them in our 20s EP. 84
BOOM, you're suddenly 25, 29, or 32...or whatever age and you look up and ask yourself, "Damn, where did my friends go?" This is your episode. Alot of us spend our years going through "Growing Pains" at different stages in our lives. When we are children, we go through physical growing pains from...
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Season 4: Do You Punish Yourself For Your Failures? EP. 83
Ever hear of Pride and Prejuidice? Well today we bring you "Failure and Punishment"...LOL. Seriously, this episode we are talking about.....failure in our lives and the ways in which we punish ourselves, and the impact of it all. This is a topic I think everyone actively avoids in both action and...
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Season 4: Do You Accept? EP. 82
Hey Everyone! We're a week late and a few dollars short (we literally forgot to record and post last week)...and you know what?... we accept that! And that is what our episode is all about. ACCEPTANCE. This episode we seek to explore our definitions or acceptance, analyze how acceptance shows up…
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Season 4: Let Freedom Ring…EP. 81
“Freedom is never given voluntarily by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed." - MLK You know when you open something with an MLK quote...or a quote in general, we are about to be on 10! On this MLK day (when recorded), we decided to discuss one of the pillars of Dr. King's movement...
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Welcome to Season 4: What's Your Intention for 2023? EP. 80
Here's to Another Year Y'all! ( Entering Year 4...We 80 episodes DEEP!!!!) And back with our favorite recurring episode where we set our INTENTIONS for the new year, discuss last year's intentions, and share how we intend to cope in going forward. We welcome you to listen in and join us in…
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Money Can’t Buy You Love, But It Can Help You Love Life EP. 79
Since Time is Money, and talk is cheap... Let's get straight to the point... This conversation we talk about money, the perceptions of it, where those perceptions came from and what money is really about for us personally. Give us a listen, and let us know your thoughts using our contacts below!...
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The Power Of Being Grateful EP. 78
We're Back! And grateful to be back! This episode our conversation centers around what what it means to be grateful, what we are grateful for and how gratitude has been a powerful tool in our lives. And by now you should know that we organize every episode by DIC'ing it down which stands for...
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Just Be A Man About: A Convo About The Perception of Black Men in Relationships EP. 77
Hey Y'all Back w/ another conversation. This time the topic comes from one of listeners wanting to hear us DIC down and explore the our thoughts on the perceptions and expectations of black men in relationships and under societal gender norms. For example ( via the abyss that is the twitter…
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Breaking Chains: Generational Curses aka Trauma EP. 76
Time to break the shackles off my feet so I can HEAL or whatever MARY MARY said... This really should have been the title but we were playing... Randomness aside This episode is about breaking generational curses, cycles, etc so that we can break free of trauma and usher in the lives we desire.…
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Are You Guilty? EP. 75
Hey Everybody! So, we've all felt guilt about something, right? But, What do you do with it? Do you just let it consume you? What's the right amount of time to feel guilty before you move on? Do you avoid it? What does it REALLY mean? Is it valid ? Can it be helpful? How do you release it? These...
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It’s in the Beginnniinnnnninnggggg: How Do You Begin or Start Over? EP. 74
I don't know if it's mercury being in microbraids, or what, but there seems to be this feeling of change in the air? Have you felt that you are on the verge of beginning something, or even starting something...again?Do you have a desire to start something? Are you figuring out how to resume with...
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Who Do You Love and Are You Sure…That Monogamy Is For You? EP. 73
Hey Hey Y'all Back with another episode and this one is all about Monogamy...which was often confused with "Monotony" throughout the conversation...Could it have been a Fruedian Slip...possibly...how about you give the conversation a listen and find out! The agenda for this episode: THE DIC “Is...
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Quiet Quitting or Loudly Getting Fired? EP. 72
Is "Quiet Quitting" the way? or is it just a way to get fired? "Quiet Quitting" is the new term taking over Tik Tok, Twitter, Linked in, CNN, all the media sites for everyone's likes. Some deem it the perfect merger between life and work and others chalk it up to a vow of inadquacy that will do...
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Are You Down With ADD….or ADHD? EP 71
Well, well, wel...come BACK! Have you ever felt ...distracted? Fidgety? Unfocused? Uninterested? Described as flighty or immature? and recently felt like your life and personality traits have been read for filth by a tik tok or instagram influencers with no credentials outside of a blue check...
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The Commitment Episode EP 70
Ah..."Commitment" What comes up for you when you hear that word? Does it provide comfort and a steady knowing? Does it make you slightly cringe with a coat of apprehension? A mix of both? Why? If you find yourself pondering the above, give this episode a listen so you can see what comes up for…
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I Don’t Want To Leave But I Gotta Go Right Now: Processing Leaving EP 69
Hey Everyone! This episode is all about "Leaving" and we're just going to leave it at that. But no, really. This episode we engage in a conversation about the impact "Leaving" has had on our lives, the confusion, the excitement, and the grief that has accompanied it as well as the relief and...
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Reclaiming My Intention- A Mid Year Check-In EP. 68
Hey! Are you all still there? ....with your intentions you set at the beginning of the year Yes? No? It doesn't really matter. If you've set an intention and it's gotten away from you, maybe you never got around to setting an intention at all, no worries...you're not alone and you still have...
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You’ve Got Time: It’s Never Too Late To Be You EP. 67
Hey Hey Everyone! Back with another episode featuring a conversation for us and for you! This episode we DIC down Define, discuss Impact, and process how we cope with the concept of time and the idea of being too late. So if you ever felt like it was too late to do...anything...this conversation…
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Make Me Proud: Does Having Queer Pride Affect Your Life? EP. 66
HAPPY PRIDE MONTH Y'ALL !!!! This episode is pretty self explanatory. This conversation explores how being proud in your queerness has impacted your life...so listen in and join us, bring in friends, or just DIC it down for yourself! The agenda for this episode: “Is always to DIC’ it down.…
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Use Your Heart and Not Your Eyes: Making Self-Honoring Decisions EP. 65
Mercury is in Retrograde, the world is a MESS ... I can't make a decision on how to go about describing this episode, which not so oddly enough, is all about making DECISONS and SELF-HONORING ones at that! My Life coach would be so proud, she only yelled that at me during every session for two...
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Who You Gonna Call? GHOSTBUSTERS…No, But Really, Who Do You Call For HELP? EP. 64
Welcome Back to the Podcast! This episode's conversation is all about the "HELP", when we need it, why we need it and what to do about it. So, if you've ever questioned your relationship with "Help" and wondered if you needed more and what that would look like, feel free to "help" yourself to…
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You’re All I Need To Get By: 1 Year, Needs Met, What Would You Do? EP. 63
What would you do if all your "needs" were met for a year? All your needs to get by... ( If you don't hear Tammy Terrell and Marvin Gaye when you see this phrase, I don't know what to tell you). So, What do you need? What changes would you make? What would you explore? What would remain the same?...
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Make Me Proud: Would Your 16-Year-Old Self Like You? EP. 62
Welcome this week's conversation... You know how they say children are the most honest beings on this planet and teenagers are the hardest of all to please? So, what if you dared to ask your 16-year-old self aka "inner child" what they would think of you today and if they would be proud of who...
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Tap, Tap, Tap In... to Feminine Energy EP. 61
We're Back!!!!! Did you miss us and our conversations? We're going to assume you did! We appreciate you sticking with us after a little hiatus and much needed rest and are excited to restart the conversations with you all! This time we are rounding out Women's History Month with an episode about...
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What THE F@#k Is Going On Down There: Reproductive Health EP. 60 (Women's History Episode)
Welcome back to the Podcast! With the month of March being Women's History Month, it is only fitting that this episode be an ode, an homage, a dedication to the one of the most prominent and distinguishing factors of womanhood since the beginning of history...the Reproductive System...the vagina...
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Let's Talk about Sex with HonestlyNae EP. 59
Hey Y'all!!! As we wind down from the after effects of Valentine's Day, we thought why should the talk around passion and love stop there! We are so excited to for you to listen in on our latest conversation with black queer Mental Health Therapist, Community Organizer, educator, sexuality...
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Lean on Me…How do we SUPPORT? BHM Episode EP. 58
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH ! This episode kicks it off with a conversation about support, especially in the black community. So join us as we explore support, what it means, the benefits, obstacles, and how receive and show support as part of the black community. The agenda for this episode: THE…
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How to Take a Break feat. PMKester of How to Take a Break Podcast EP. 57
As the title implies, this episode explores How to Take a Break. Our Guest PMKester is a scientist, writer, journalist, mother and host of How To Take A Break the Podcast and is devoted to advocating for our human need to take a break and facilitating discussions on how to use breaks efficiently...
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Manifesting: What are you visualizing in the NEW YEAR 2022? EP. 56
Welcome to our First Episode of the New Year!!!! We wanted to start the New Year off right and follow up our intention episode with an episode about what we hope to MANIFEST in 2022. So, if you are looking to try to manifest something this year, don't know what to start, wondering what…
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Let’s Get Intentional! I Wanna Be Intentional (2022 Intention Setting) EP. 55
Hey Tribe! We're back with our end of year tradition of setting intentions for the New Year (2022). This is something we both look forward to as a way of closing out the year and setting the tone for the next. So, whether you are joining us for the first, second, or third time, take a listen and...
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I’m only Human, But I’ll Be Your Superwoman: What Superpower Are You Bringing Into 2022? EP. 54
Hey Y'all! Remember waaayyyy back in 2021 when all us black folks were supposed to get Superpowers....well that didn't happen...well at least we don't think it did, but the memes reminding us of our unactivated potential have resurfaced and thus is the inspiration for this week's episode. So…
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Giving Thanks For What We Have Been Given (Thanksgiving Episode) EP. 53
Hey Y'all, We hope you all are HAPPY and surrounded by people and plates that bring you joy! This is the time of year where almost everyone takes the time to reflect on the things, people, places, all the nouns, that we are thankful for and this episode is all about that, Thankfulness aka...
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Tis' The Season To Be....DEPRESSED: Dealing with "Seasonal Depression" EP. 52
Drop it , Drop it Low Girl! as Jess would say... Winter is coming and maybe you start to feel your mood... Drop it , Drop it Low, Girl! as Jessica would say... What do you do when you feel "Seasonal Depression" begin to kick in? Maybe you don't know what to do Maybe you don't know if you have it...
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Are you Afraid of the Dark?: "Shadow Work" EP 51
Welcome to our HALLOWEEN EPISODE!!! We have a question: Are you afraid of YOUR DARK? Have you heard the term, "Shadow Work"? Ever wonder what it is? Or are you in the process of beginning your own journey and want to know if it something you want to truly traverse... then this episode is for YOU!...
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It’s Not Me, It’s You: Self-Confidence vs Delusion EP. 50
YO! You ever get suspicious of yourself, and end up wondering, Am I as good as I think I am? This is the episode for YOU! This time around we ask ourselves what's the difference between Self-Confidence and Delusion, how it plays out in society and how that impacts our sense of self. We are going…
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Fuck, Marry, Kill: Would You Date YOU? EP. 49
With Cuffing Season quickly approaching, social media debates surrounding who is bring what to the table, and all the expectations and anticipation that comes with relationships in general, we decided to ask ourselves a very important question: Would YOU date YOU? and for a little fun we also...
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Everyday I'm Hustlin': But Why? EP. 48
Hey There! We are back and this time we are talking about "Hustle Culture". This episode challenge ourselves to define what it means to "Hustle". If you have ever asked yourself the questions, Do I want to hustle? Do I have to? and What does it mean if I don’t? this episode is for you! We hope…
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Can I Get A Refill: When Do You Know It's Time To Recharge and How Do You Do It? EP 47
Long title...I know Buuuuuttttt Welcome Back Y'all! Ever feel tired, drained, ...just through and find yourself wondering what is going on and what to do about it?! Well, this episode is for you! This episode is all about RECHARGING, when we need it and what it looks like for us. Hopefully you'll...
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Big Girls Don't Cry: Why Do We Hesitate When Helping the "Overly Distraught"? EP. 46
Hey Tribe! We're back with another Episode! Annnnnnd.....Question? Y'all ever come across someone crying...hysterically...or have you ever been that person that thinks that they are "too emotional" and try to control their feelings so that you aren't labeled "dramatic" or "unhinged" ? Well, this...
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Is it Good to YOU ?: The Good, The Bad, and The Meaning of Both EP. 45
Hey Everybody! Thanks for listening in to another episode. This time around we are exploring what it means when we say something is "Good" or "Bad". Are "good" and "bad" universal terms or are they subjective? Can we definitively label something as "good" or "bad"? All questions we aim to answer...
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Risky Business: How Did Your Biggest Risk Pay Off? EP 44
Hey Hey Y'all This time we are talking ALL about RISK. In episode we challenge ourselves to review the risks we've taken in our lives and dissect what that risk meant to us, how it impacted our lives, and how it allowed us to move forward. We DIC down this topic with y'all in hopes of not only...
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Are you STILL Being Intentional: 6 Month Recap EP 43
Hey Hey Everyone! We've reached the middle of the year. Things are slowly settling back into a new "normal" now that COVID restrictions are lifting, we're becoming more social, commitments and responsibilities are returning and the pace of life is starting to pick up. With all of that said, we,...
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JUNETEENTH/ PRIDE Episode: Are You BLACK or GAY First? w/ Minoritea Report EP 42
HAPPY JUNETEENTH! HAPPY PRIDE! We have an exciting episode for you all. With June being a month celebrating blackness and gayness we thought it would be fitting to dust off one of our previous topics, but this time with a twist! Previously we posed the question are you BLACK or WOMAN First? This...
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PRIDE MONTH Episodes: Does Your Label Stick? How Do You Identify Yourself? EP 41
HAPPY PRIDE EVERYONE! This episode is all about labels and exploring what goes into the ones that we affix to ourselves. As we dive in and DIC (Define, Impact, Cope) it down we implore ourselves (and YOU) to consider the labels you hold, where those labels came from, and if they stick? And if…
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A therapeutic conversation geared towards black queer women who have discovered that the life script is not enough! Come join us and if you vibe, we tribe!
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