Balanced Insanity

In this week's episode, I talk to my cousin about graduating from Howard University during the pandemic. Listen as she shares her story about the frustration dealing with the lack of help from staff. Her goal after graduation was to find a job in China but instead, she is looking for a job amongst the millions of other graduates right here in the USA. It has been a difficult time as she is among the thousands applying for the same job. We also talked about dating and the hopes for the future. The single life seems to be the best life for this generation of adults. She gives me the 411 on why it is better to be single than married. It is very interesting to hear this idea of never wanting to be married, having kids, or even having the desire to date. I also thought it was just the thing for women to do but she sure did set me straight. Tune in, you may be surprised at what you hear. #pandemicgraduation2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/support

In another serious episode of Balanced Insanity, I and my friend Lamar discuss dating preferences. As usual, the episode starts with Lamar introducing himself. He briefly talks about his sexual identity before moving on to talk about his dating preference. As 38 years old, he has plenty of dating experience. Therefore, he shares his experiences and dating advice without mincing any words. We then move on to discuss our love language. Lamar is unsure. I, on the other hand, am always open to express what I like. If you're a regular listener of my podcast, then you've probably heard me say these things before. For Lamar, dating isn't just for fun. It's to help you find your significant other. He believes having a shoulder to lean on makes life a little bit easier. However, online dating has made things difficult for everyone. OkCupid, PlentyofFish, and Hinge are some of the online dating apps we discuss throughout the episode. I think people use these apps for just meaningless sex. People are rarely genuine on these sites. You are judged based on your pictures and words alone, which is quite superficial since a person is much more than a pretty face. We also talk about pickup lines. Everyone's different so don't expect a single pick-up line to work every time. In the second half of the podcast, Lamar explains his perspective on dating preferences. While some of my friends question his preferences, he explains his rationale behind the choices he's made so far. I tend to share my personal life with family members (mom, in particular) and ask for their advice. Lamar is the total opposite. He likes to keep his relationships to himself only, which is also a very sensible thing to do. Dating on social apps makes me nervous. You never know what kind of a person you're going to meet. That's why I don't always jump to dating without first knowing them. Lamar agrees. People often lie on social media. Show what they're not. Besides, just because you're friends with someone on social media doesn't mean they're your real friends. Only real friends are your real friends. During this episode, we go back and forth about dating preferences. Lamar gets plenty of time to explain his dating choices. I mostly take a back seat but don't hesitate to voice my opinion every so often. This is a rather serious episode of Balanced Insanity. Surprisingly, there are no jokes (which is kinda rare). The podcast ends with a bit of nice dating advice from our side. So tune in for an hour which has plenty of dating advice and some hidden gems about online dating. Key Moments: • Introduction to Lamar [00:52] • Sexual identity and dating preference [02:57] • Advice to serial daters out there [06:23] • A discussion on our Love Language [08:55] • Dating for Lamar [11:50] • Experience of Dating Sites [15:59] • Dating Advice [20:00] • Lamar's dating preference [29:40] • Sharing with friends and family for advice [39:38] • How long do I take before dating them? [45:55] • Social app scams [50:00] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/support

In this interview-style episode, my friend Kevin and I talk about all things education. Kevin is a College Access Counsellor, so he shares his experiences of working with high school students. Growing up, I feel like we had only a few good teachers. Teachers of color were a rare sight. Even today, we don't see many black educators. We discuss why students today don't need teachers. They need mentors who can also be friends. Teaching will come with friendship naturally. Kevin also talks about the impact of COVID-19 on his personal and professional life. As the entire world has been turned upside down, student counseling has also undergone drastic changes – some good, some bad. Learn More: • Follow me on Instagram: @withmonica.co • Email: withmonicaco@gmail.com • Guest Website: www.livefromthebronx.com/ • Live From The Bronx Podcast: anchor.fm/livefromthebronx --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/withmonicaco/support

In this week's episode of Balanced Insanity, Monica is balancing life and health all while trying to handle the new normal called social distancing. While being quarantined it has been a weird time, especially on social media watching the way cops deal with White vs Black people. Although some have been complaining about the quarantine I have been enjoying it and in today's episode, I'll tell you all about it. #Quarantine #socialdistancing #social #distancing #dating #taleoftwocities #dating #2020 #mayordeblasio #mayorofnewyork #newyork

In today's episode, I talk about Kobe's death and the effect it had on me while reflecting on his last minutes with his daughter. I don't know if I could be as strong as Vanessa after losing a husband and daughter in the same day. It was hard for me after the passing of my grandmother so I would be a mess. Also in today's episode, I take you with me on my journey of whether I want to get married and the reason for marriage. I use Bride & prejudice as an example of how people are dating without asking the important questions which will then end marriages. I hope you enjoy this episode please let me know your thoughts and share with your friends and family. #kobe #death #marriage #love #dating #datinginnyc #datingnyc #datinginmy30s #datingin30s #life #struggle #understanding #podcaset #blackpodcasters #podcasters #womenwhopodcast

In today's episode listen as I update you on the goings ons and my struggles since the last episode. I have dealt with a lot over the months due to my sickness and have kept a lot of my struggles a secret. It has been hard at times to want to do anything more than just stay in bed but today I decided to share some of my thoughts and allow myself to be vulnerable. I hope the things I share today help you and will be used to help others dealing with sickness and emotional distress. #lupus #dating #datinginnyc #singlenotreadytomingle #health #relationship #love #couples #life #balancedinsanity #balanced #insane #relationships #datinggoals #expectation #women #men #datingtruth #DatingWithClass #dating2019 #datingafterthirty #datingopportunist #datinginyour30s #datinginyour20s #google #datingwithpurpose #datingproblem #datingsuccess #datingsucks #datingstruggles #girltalk #girl #talk #standards #datingpodcast #singleinNYC #singleinnewyork #datinginnewyork #datinginthebronx #datingbronx #bronx

In today's episode, I am joined by a friend that I have watched mature into an adult over a 10-year span. Please welcome Brittany to the show as she shares her experience dating as a millennial in this era of technology. Although, we are at different spectrums of the age range is dating easier for her, does she struggle with the same issues as the older millennials? Listen in as we talk through the dating process for her and how she views life and the people around her. It was a fun episode and I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed creating the content for you. Press play and listen to us talk and disagree, join the conversation by adding your comments on the streaming platform or Instagram. #dating #relationship #boo #boyfriend #girlfriend # #love #couples #life #balancedinsanity #balanced #insane #relationships #datinggoals #expectation #women #men #datingtruth #DatingWithClass #dating2019 #datingafterthirty #datingopportunist #datinginyour30s #datinginyour20s #google #datingwithpurpose #datingproblem #datingsuccess #datingsucks #datingstruggles #girltalk # girl #talk #standards #datingpodcast #singleinNYC #singleinnewyork #datinginNYC #datinginnewyork #datinginthebronx #datingbronx #bronx

Today's episode is a continuation of Episode 4 - Boo vs. Title. In this conversation, the ladies discuss dating ex's, things that are unforgivable, showing up unannounced to someone's house, and when to say I love you. It was a great conversation and we could've recorded for longer. It's always good to have Girl Talk. Press play and listen to us talk and disagree, join the conversation by adding your comments on the streaming platform or Instagram. #dating #relationship #boo #boyfriend #girlfriend # #love #couples #life #balancedinsanity #balanced #insane #relationships #datinggoals #expectation #women #men #datingtruth #DatingWithClass #dating2019 #datingafterthirty #datingopportunist #datinginyour30s #datingwithpurpose #datingproblem #datingsuccess #datingsucks #datingstruggles #girltalk # girl #talk

In today's episode, Monica is joined by her homegirl Equan. The conversation ended up being about 3 hours and so I decided it break it up to give you a break. We talk about whether titles are needed in relationships, men not being men anymore, and realizing how difficult it is to date now. Press play and listen to us talk and disagree, join the conversation by adding your comments on the streaming platform or Instagram. #dating #relationship #boo #boyfriend #girlfriend # #love #couples #life #balancedinsanity #balanced #insane #relationships #datinggoals #expectation #women #men #datingtruth #DatingWithClass #dating2019 #datingafterthirty #datingopportunist #datinginyour30s #datingwithpurpose #datingproblem #datingsuccess #datingsucks #datingstruggles

In today's episode, Monica is joined by her friend Melika. Listen as they talk about the latest TV-shows about marriage, like Married at First Sight and all of the 90 Day Fiancé shows. If you don't know about the 90 Day Fiancé franchise here is a brief overview. It is a show films international couples trying to overcome cultural barriers and family drama while searching for true love on a 90 day visa fiancé visa. Tune in as we discuss the various couples from this season on each show. Be careful you may get hooked as well. #dating #relationship #Marriage #marriedatfirstsight #90dayfiancé #90dayfiance #love #couples #life #balancedinsanity #balanced #insane #relationships #datinggoals #expectation #women #men

In today's episode, Monica talks with her good friend, Alvin, about dating from a Christian male POV. Listen to the conversation/interview and learn about dating as Alvin sees it. You will laugh, laugh, and laugh, overall our hope is that you walk away knowing a little more and see dating from a different lens. "What is it like dating?", "Do you have a go to pick-up line?", "What do you think about women paying for the 1st date?", and so much more. As Alvin explains, you can't expect what you don't communicate. Please comment, share, and like. I am curious what you think. #Dating #Relationships #Life #Google #people #balance #insane #relationships #datingonline #datinggoals #datingexpert #expectation #datingstrategies

In today's episode, Monica talks about the start of the new season and answer some few questions. Will Val be returning, will there be new quests, where have you been, what's new, and etc.? Quickly after that Q&A, we get right into the meat and potatoes. We are starting off the new season with "Should you google someone before the first date?" To google or not to google that is the question and I would love to hear your answers. Please comment, share, and like. I am curious what you think. #Dating #Relationships #Life #Google #people #balance #insane #relationships #datingonline #datinggoals #datingexpert

Friends Monica & Val come together to find balance in this insane world. Let's talk life!!! In this week's episode: Dating - Crazy things we've done dating/for love 1st time sexual encounters Special Guest: Carl Samuels #PressPlay #Listen

Friends Monica & Val come together to find balance in this insane world. Let's talk life!!! In this week's episode: Dating - Marriage timeline Walking away from a relationship Women proposing to a man. Follow Us Instagram - https://bit.ly/2Dx8dcb Twitter - https://bit.ly/2H9QTbM Facebook - https://bit.ly/2NIyEjG Email - itsbalancedinsanity@gmail.com Mailing list - tinyurl.com/ybjr5328 #PressPlay #Listen

Monica and Val discuss a near death experience for Monica. In the conversation they reminisce about the 90s and fighting. Is it true the hood raises "N" words? Listen and leave a comment. Press Play and listen

Monica and Val are at it again but this time talking about rejection. Have you ever been rejected? Have you ever rejected someone? In this episode, we talk about fighting for love and the way in which rejection causes hurt. Hurt will cause someone to feel defeated and unwilling to fight for love. Press Play and Listen

Monica and Val welcome long time friend Noel to the show. We discuss women not being able to hold their tongue, wanting to cuddle at the wrong time...and let's not forget eating off a man's plate after he has asked are you hungry and the response is no. This episode is full of shade and laughter. There is more cursing than usual but enjoy. Press Play and Listen

Monica and Val talk through goals of a relationship. What would you do if you lost a bet to a partner? Is anything off the table when you bet with a partner? Does betting spice up a relationship? Should you have expectations in a relationship? Press Play and Listen

Monica and Val talk through the idea of LOVE. Do you need love? What is love? What would you do for love? Will love make you do crazy things? Press Play and Listen

Monica and Val talking about relationships from two different viewpoints. What is your basic requirement for relationships? Press Play and just listen.

Meet Monica and Val, friends from college introducing themselves to you. We talk about life, success, dating, and most of all our truths. Press Play, just listen.

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