Change in the Water

On this episode, Courtney and I discuss anxiety - how it shows up for us, how we understand it, and what we do to cope with it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Not everything in life goes as planned and sometimes we need to adjust our plans and that's okay. Today I am sharing some stories of when I have had to pivot and change my plans and helpful tips to help you learn to give yourself grace in your journey. Enjoy! Follow me on social media @flyaffirmations --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I am talking about my shame around being unproductive and the idea that rest can be productive when trying to live a balanced life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I am joined by my friend, Matt, who does an amazing job with protecting his peace - so of course I have to unpack his brain to figure out how. We talk about the importance of learning yourself and practical steps to learn, the power of shifting your mindset, and trying to who is worthy of being in my space. Follow on ig @flyaffirmations --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I talk about the flip side to being vulnerable with other people -- holding space for other people to be vulnerable with you. I unpack and give practical strategies for making sure the conversation is productive, keeping the conversation centered around that person, and sharing your own related experiences when other people are venting to you. Enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join me and my friend, Nadia, as we have some raw, honest conversation about the reality of long-term relationships and deciding if you want to spend the rest of your life with just one person --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, I am joined by 2 of my best friends to talk about the stage of being in a committed relationship. Tune is as we talk about being relationship ready, managing conflict, setting boundaries, and navigating healthy relationships.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I am joined with my guests: Maria and Frank to talk about all things dating! We share our personal stories, general rules, and tips for dating! Join us as we discuss communication, exclusivity, and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I am sitting down with Nowela and Maalik to talk about self-love. In this conversation, we are talking about what self-love means to us in our individual journeys, the power of affirmations, how social media impacts our ideas about self-love, healing power in community, seeing God in the midst of the mess, showing up authentically, learning to wait on and trust God's timing, and understanding the schema of the "strong Black woman. You can find more information about Nowela's book and even purchase a copy when you follow her on instagram @andwhenyoudo --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's the season finale!!!! I am so honored that you all made it this far with me! I hope you've enjoyed this season and I can't wait to see you next season! This episode is for the ladies who are learning to prioritize themselves - join us on this episode as we talk about our breaking points and what forced us to learn to prioritize ourselves, having reasonable expectations for other people, figuring out how to prioritize yourself, navigating boundaries with your parents, creating healthy boundaries at work, parenting your parents, understanding what you can control, and some tips and tricks for making yourself the main character! Follow the girls on social media: Monique (host) - @flyaffirmations Dee - @lifewithdelicia Jas - @j.gillyy Courtney - @cbsmitty94 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode really hit home for me. I am joined by two guests, Mama Boyd and DeLicia Boyd to have some honest conversation. We talk about differing the ego from the spirit, ways to tap into your feminine energy, learning to surrender, gentle accountability, healing your inner child, pinpointing your triggers in order to heal, learning to honor yourself, and being intentional with the language that we use with ourselves and with each other.  Mama Boyd is Mrs. DeAnna Boyd, Transformational Life Coach and founder and CEO of MiLoves Circle - IG: @MiLovesCircle Website: www.milovescircle.com  DeLicia Boyd, LGPC - IG and TikTok: @LifeWithDeLicia For more content and to stay up to date - follow me on IG: @flyaffirmations --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

***Trigger Warning*** Tune in for a word of inspiration - I am talking about how I am processing the hurt from losing my mom a year ago. It has really been faith and love that have gotten me through those tough moments. Thank you to everyone who has supported me over this past year - it hasn't always been easy but I'm blessed to have amazing people in my life who are rooting for me. Whatever you are growing through - I pray for your peace and your healing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today I am joined with my friend Devon and we are talking about patient resilience. We cover everything from understanding our pride, faith, managing setbacks, vulnerability, retraining our egos, learning to let go, maintaining self-care, and qualities that we want to continue to build and pass on. It's good vibes per usual and I hope y'all are able to get some motivation from it and learn something new. Enjoy!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Regardless of what you are going through I offer that you take some time to be grateful for where you are in this moment. Not focused on yesterday or tomorrow or even later today but really considering what you have to be grateful for in the moment you are in right now. I am grateful for you all as the listeners of this podcast. Every week I am honored and excited that you all are consistently listening to the episodes weekly, learning from myself and my guests, and sharing that with me. I cannot thank all of you enough for holding me accountable to record and keeping me consistent. Enjoy your time today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I am unpacking the poem / quote "Our Deepest Fear" by Marianne Williamson - this poem has had a tremendous impact on me and I am excited to share my thoughts with you all. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Traveling is my most expensive hobby and my favorite form of self-care - this week I'm talking with my friend Sherman about the best ways to travel, how to pack, and how to get started seeing the world. Join us as we share some traveling stories and talk about the impact that traveling abroad has had on our lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode is dedicated to Audre Lorde - she has been an inspiration and source of strength in my journey to self-love. In this episode, I share some of my favorite quotes from her and different ways in which she has impacted me. I hope you enjoy. If you enjoy it - follow, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! I would love to hear from you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join me and my brother from another mother, Justin, as we unpack loving versus desiring Black women and ways that Black men can show up and support us. We talk about toxic masculinity, what love means, how we show love to Black women, and some of the B.S. that I have experienced as a Black woman. I hope you enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I had a moment and I just wanted to share it with you all - hope you enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join me and one of the most driven and motivated people I know, Darien, as we discuss growth and it's impact on our lives. We talk about the idea of complacency, the need for consistency, the importance of having the right mindset, choosing a supportive partner and friend group, and finding the motivation to keep going. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I am getting a little personal - I am talking with my dad and brother about Black fatherhood and marriage. Sit down with me and my favorite guys as we talk about parenting, knowing when you found the right person, gender roles, spanking your kids, what their expectations are for my future man, advice for future parents, teaching vulnerability and faith to your kids, and parenting adult children . P.S. who knew my brother was so mature? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How I went from throwing metal napkin holders to protecting my peace. In this episode, I unpack how I went from feeling like I needed to argue when I felt disrespected to learning my worth and restricting people's access to me. I discuss arguing vs. disagreeing conversations, learning effective communication, choosing your language, unpacking your triggers, and building sustainable relationships. The point is don't be a golden brick in a room full of ants. If you enjoy the episode, please rate, review, and tell a friend to tell a friend so more people can join in the conversation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How did you learn how to cope with life? Join me and my bestie as we go all around the world with this one. We're celebrating my divorce, talking about numbing the pain, getting a refund on adulthood, how to actually make a margarita, learning to say "no" to people, Sha'Carri "that girl" Richardson, loving on Black women, and sooooo much more. Like this episode? Take a moment to rate, review, and share :) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Part of my growth journey and stepping into my power has been acknowledging, owning, and making space for my vulnerability. This week I am discussing how I have learned to see it as a strength in my growth - even when it's hard. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Change in the Water! You may remember me from my YouTube channel, Freedom to Love Yourself (FLY) in 2020. Now I'm back with more content, why I decided to switch to podcasting, and an explanation of where I've been for the past year. It has been a crazy year for me and I have a story to tell --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app