Let's talk about the hurt, the pain, the frustration. Let's get to the root of our issues and then focus on the "release." Let's begin Adjusting Crowns.
Ladies, this episode we're diving straight into the dating and relationship mantra: "If he wants to, he will." We explore the empowering idea that actions speak louder than words when it comes to romantic interest. Join me for a deep discussion on recognizing when someone is genuinely invested in a relationship and how this mantra can guide your journey towards love, trust, and happiness. Whether you're dating or in a committed relationship, this episode will provide valuable insights into understanding intentions and priorities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Part 1 was me TELLING you that you're that girl...(PERIOD). Part 2 is me helping you do the work to remain that girl! Enjoy queens :) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Happy March! That came by quick didn't it? Lol I don't have much y'all, just wanted to tap in since it's been awhile and share where I've been the last month. New FULL episodes coming soon! ❤️
Black kings, this one is aaaalll for you! Why? Because you deserve it, period! Reference: https://www.essence.com/love/10-reasons-we-love-dating-black-men/#306523 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Ya'll MMM is BACK! And it's only right that we release this episode today, the 1st day of Black History Month! Enjoy the magic of this melanin ya'll! Reference: https://blacknews.com/ Sistahs at the Well: The Girlfriend Getaway: https://www.thegirlfriendgetaway.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Are you ready? Think about that today, the rest of the week, or even the rest of the year...prepare to dive into what next in your life and how to get ready for it! Amen? AMEN! lol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Have you ever 2nd guessed yourself and your actions because you want to avoid confrontation, you overthink about the reactions, or worse you want to "fit in?" If so, do myself and you a favor and CUT IT OUT!! This episode, I will give words encouragement, with a little bit of sass and tough love! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
How are you feeling? We're 2 weeks into the new year and we have a lot of time to implement some change, it's time to be refreshed and renewed! This weeks episode is a reflection on where we came from to who we are today, or at least who we want to be. Reference: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ten-ways-to-renew-refresh-and-rejuvenate_b_6979424 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Change is necessary sometimes to reach your goals and aspirations. I changed my mindset completely and re-dedicated my life to God, my life has been so amazing ever since. In this episode, I am going to talk briefly about how good God was to me this past week/weekend amongst other things. Check it out now! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
2023 is almost here and I am BEYOND excited! Are you? In the words of Issa Rae, "its feeling like me season!" I hope all of you can say that for yourselves. If you can't, don't worry, we're gonna talk about some things to focus on in 2023, I got you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
It's been so long since we've talked, 10 months to be exact! But thats neither here nor there, IM BACK! And I am here to stay! In this episode, I am updating you on life and the lemons it tried to throw at me and how I've dodged each one...with some help of course :) Missed yal so much, enjoy the episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
IT'S BLACK HISTORY MONTH!!!!!!!!! "And the category is"...black health and wellness. Never knew there were themes, but from this point on we are acknowledging them :) Ahhh...its the most wonderful time of the year! LOL References: https://davenport.libguides.com/bhm/themes https://asalh.org/black-history-themes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Anyone else struggle with consistency? No matter what it is, let's figure this thang out together…please help
Ever want to just reset and refresh? I mean that can literally happen at any time, but the start of a new year can feel like the perfect "reset" button at least it does for me. So join me this week in addressing the things we need and want to consider doing differently start now and forever! :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
I know I am not trippin right? This year came way too fast! But whatever, we are here! So let's make the very best of it, it is important to get to a place of healing and growth and actually focus on implementing the changes. Who's down for the challenge? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
No FOREAL...what is a soulmate? Are you like me and starting to call BS on the term as a whole? Like seriously, throw the whole term away LOL...Oooooorrr, are you the type of person that understands and believes that soulmates are true and that everyone has 1 out there somewhere...(or 2...maybe 3?
Another Melanin filled episode...what's new?
I'MMMMM BAAAAAACCCKKKK!!! LOL and it feels so good to be back in this safe space connecting and talking to y'all , I missed you dearly :) Check out this episode where I update you on what's been going the last few months! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Our precious babies are suffering in ways that many of us are unaware of, in ways that is sure to shock us all! In this episode, we will touch on how mental health negative affects our black youth and focus on ways in which it can be aided. References: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40653-020-00319-9 https://theconversation.com/african-american-teens-face-mental-health-crisis-but-are-less-likely-than-whites-to-get-treatment-140697 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
I've come to understand that mental health isn't black and white, it affects us all very differently. My experience as a black woman isn't necessarily the same for a black man. For this week's episode, we dive into how mental health affects black men and ways to find the help that they need. References: https://www.naminys.org/images/uploads/pdfs/Souls%20of%20Black%20Men.pdf https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Black-African-American --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Black women, you are not alone when it comes to mental health. I am you, and you are me queen! We in this thang togetha!
Don't allow ANYTHING or ANYONE make you feel less than. Or make you go back to a place that you've grown out of...NOT TODAY, NOT EVER SATAN
You ever meet someone that just have you on cloud 9 and daydreamin? Well I think I have...
The conversation continues! Listen to other perspectives regarding the excitement and challenges of existing and developing friendships. Take a Quiz!!: https://www.buzzfeed.com/joannaborns/are-you-the-worlds-greatest-friend https://www.psychologies.co.uk/test-do-you-know-how-make-friends --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
This Monday we are talking about the queen of "5th Ward" in Evanston, Illinois and how she made it possible for Evanston to be the first U.S. city to make reparations available to its Black residents.
Ladies, NO SHADE NO TEA to all of you who live this life and/or benefit from it. HOOOOOOWEEEEEEEVER, for those of you that most definitely DO NOT, you may be living this lifestyle and aint even know it....
I know, I know it's sooo tempting, but nah baby..DON'T DO IT!
Being single is a great thing if you allow it to be! I never allowed myself to be single and to enjoy what it has to offer but once I finally did it was truly invigorating. Can you relate? Or are you a "serial dater" like I was? Or afraid and incapable of being alone? Listen to this weeks episode for insight, you won't be disappointed!
Y'all I am 28 today!!!!! It's a bittersweet feeling but overall I am happy to have made it here (CORONA FREE, PRAISE SWEET BABY JESUS!). Just tryin to vibe with yal a bit, nothing special. Happy birthday to me and anyone else out there born on 3/3
Did you know that some of the most influential women in history were black women? Well I am here to shed light on some of those queens in this months episode of Melanin✨Magic✨Monday! Reference: https://www.bustle.com/life/black-women-in-history-you-probably-didnt-see-in-your-history-textbook-8092603 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
This week, I am speaking to all of my beautiful, dark brown, chocolate sistas. Do you love the skin you're in? If so, did you always or was there a time when you felt unattractive because of it? Well as a fellow chocolatey brown sista, I can say that I didn't always love the skin that I am in. In honor of Black History Month, I want to touch on a somewhat touchy subject. Let's talk! References: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/fscj-intro-to-sociology/chapter/reading-stereotypes-prejudice-and-discrimination/ https://swaay.com/dark-skin-colorism-microaggresions https://time.com/4512430/colorism-in-america/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Ladies, what are some of the questions that you've always wanted to ask a man but never had the opportunity to ask? Well don't worry, I got you!
Are you seeking validation from others? For example, from family, friends, or a maybe even a significant other? If so, why? This week we will dive into the likely causes of seeking validation and then discuss how to refrain from doing that moving forward. References: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/validity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVLOFWfmbUo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Heeeeeey y'all! It's that time of the month again, but this one is reeeeal special. It's the FIRST day of Black History Month and I am honored to start off the month with some black boy and girl magic, y'all ready to get into it?
Is it wrong to expect your friends and family to have your back and support you? Is it wrong if they don't? We often hear people say, "oh well I am busy," or "something came up, my bad." Yet that same person, had ALL the time in the world to post on instagram..etc. This episode is all about that, understanding if our feelings toward the lack of support is valid or invalid. Lets talk :) Reference: https://www.risinginnovator.com/2019/04/how-to-deal-with-friends-and-family-who-dont-support-your-business/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Have you ever looked back at some old messages or pictures and it made you go....ewww?!? Well honey, that's what I did over the weekend. I found some yucky old messages between my ex and I that surely made me cringe, and I am confident it will do the same for you! LOL And I am in a sharing spirit so far this 2021, and I am going to read some of this mess to ya'll this week because sharing is caring! ENJOY LOL!
New Year, new me...AND new YOU TOO! This episode we are reflecting on some of the valuable lessons that I've learned last year and I believe will truly motivate and encourage all of you. Check it out! ❤️ Follow Me
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! What better way to start the year than with some amazing stories about our black queens and kings? I got toooooons of "magic" in store for you, check it out!
Girl...I said what I said. Stop the madness...mind your business, it ain't cute ladies. Let's talk about this. References https://versebyversecommentary.com/1999/07/05/1-thessalonians-411/ https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/13342/how-to-mind-your-own-business/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Yea...I am coming at yal real raw this week, in the midst of "cuffing season," theres a little something something I need to get off my chest and address with many of you. Please know that I am coming from a loving place as ALWAYS, and trust and believe that I am NOT exempt from this butt whopping that I'm about to give some of you! I've been there, done that, and now its time to REALLY get into the business of Adjusting Crowns, lets get started ladies lol
Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, as well as whatever else you all celebrate. This month, I reviewed a list (with help from Oprah) of some of the best black Christmas movies to enjoy during this holiday season! Stay safe out there and enjoy a good movie with some of the best black actors and actresses in the game! Love you all and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Tis the season to share what you're thankful for. Could it be that you're thankful for me and this amazing podcast that I've created for you? LOL, well I am soooo thankful for all of you! What else are you thankful for? Let me know!
Yes ladies, it's time to BO$$ UP! Aren't you sick and tired of being sick and tired? My ladies of Adjusting Crowns, you must recognize your worth, talents, abilities, etc! If you don't, you already know ima help you do it!! LOL This week's episode is a special mid-week boost to encourage you to seek greatness because, YOU'RE GREAT!! ❤️ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/adjustingcrownsthepodcast/support
Is cuffing season really a thing? What exactly is it? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? This week we are going to talk about this season in depth, and figure out what the hype is about lol, you're going to want to hear all about this ladies! ❤️
In honor of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, I will make an episode regarding the topic each week! This is the LAST episode of my breast cancer awareness segment, and we're focusing on the fellas this week! We are discussing breast cancer in men. There is a lot of interesting things about BC in men that ya'll won't want to miss! Listen to this episode to learn more!
In honor of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, I will make an episode regarding the topic each week! This episode is going to focus on mammograms. What are they? Why are thy important? Listen to this episode to learn more!
In honor of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, I will make an episode regarding the topic each week! This week, I am going to discuss the common symptoms associated with breast cancer. You may want to pay close attention to this episode ladies. What you think is a symptom, may be something completely different. Listen to this episode to learn more!