Conversations with Belle

last episode of the season, we reflect on tough periods in history and remnants today.today's question:if you could change one event in history within the last 100 years, what would it be?tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  you can find this season and last season episodes in podcast form at https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/https://youtu.be/YfJx_VNabwg check out our youtube playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL18LAop_cyRdPGeHvvqfes6lRZ8_6JsBGthank you so much for rocking with us this season!  until next time!connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

seventh episode of the season, we start off with an icebreaker: would you rather the power to mute someone for up to 10 minutes or to pause/freeze them for up to 10 minutes?  We then jump into the topic of the day: being nice versus being kind.  we discuss our opinions on the differences and which we would rather be/have.0:39 icebreaker: muting vs pausing someone6:58 topic intro: nice vs kindtune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, are you nice or kind? or neither lol? which would you rather someone be towards you?you can find this season and last season episodes in podcast form at https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/https://youtu.be/vah9FbFAoNMcatch us next week for the final episode of the season number 8! connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

sixth episode of the season, we start off with the first topic of the day: what is your favorite nonverbal communication to receive from a love interest?  we then jump into the second topic: do you believe in fighting for love?0:39 topic intro1:15 a smile, imperfection and all4:17 winking is an art5:39 touch *cues omarion*7:12 acts of service, show some lunch love13:30 when p.d. first met al15:37 second topic: do you believe in fighting for love?16:00 does unrequited love count here?19:21 would you fight your worst traits for love?21:59 can you exercise patience in that fight for love?25:10 is long distance worth fighting for?27:10 what if they want to leave the relationship?28:05 what about competition when fighting for love?tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, what is your favorite nonverbal from a love interest and do you believe in fighting for love?you can find this season and last season episodes in podcast form at https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/catch us next week for episode 7! connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

fifth episode of the season, we start off with the ice breaker: would you rather the respect of others for your power or admiration of others for your good deeds? then we jump into our topic of the day: if you had the ability to wipe one thing from existence, for the culture, what would it be and why?0:39 respect for power vs admiration for good works12:00 does power come at a cost?15:37 topic of the day: for the culture, what would you wipe from existence?16:20 what happens when we get rid of ego?21:30 wipe the panini away, for the culture33:49 why belle is on al's list and more attacks37:12 what happens when we remove biases?41:00 wipe away the past east coast -west coast beef, for the culture42:58 if we got guns outta here, what would happen?46:42 wipe away memory loss tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, would you rather respect for your power or admiration for your good deeds?  also, let us know what you would wipe away for the culture.you can find this season and last season episodes in podcast form at https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/catch us next week for episode 6! connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

fourth episode of the season, we are discussing ghosting.  we define what we consider ghosting and realize there are levels to this thing. 0:39 how do we feel about ghosting?2:40 when ghosting is accidental5:14 bad texters8:22 when ghosting is needed13:55 emotional responsibility & communication19:80 ghosting in dating tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, how do you feel about ghosting?  have you ever been ghosted or have been the ghostee?https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/catch us next week for episode 5! connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzyou can watch us on youtube at https://youtu.be/fQ8EmLZKSdIpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

third episode of the season, we start off with the icebreaker: if you could have lunch with any historical figure from the past, who would it be and why?our discussion for this episode is in romance, how do we know someone is “the one?”8:10 topic introduction12:12 passing time with someone vs “the one”16:43 what about love at first sight25:34 head nod to our “love and money” episode 27:30 screening processes for “the one”28:03 the consistency factor31:23 how much is time a factor?34:00 he needs to submit first35:15 “the one” creates a space where you can be yourself37:12 can you place a time on when you can “give yourself” to that one40:00 real talk, when you are NOBODY's “one” right now44:00 first date standards49:00 when your best friends attack youtune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, what historical figure would you want to have lunch with?  how do you know that someone is "the one" and does time play a role?https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/catch us next week for episode 4! connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

second episode of the season, we discuss being black in corporate ‘merica and what positive changes we would for this space.  2:00 what is true equal opportunity?6:00 let's talk qualifications 13:00 networking16:20 shoutout to stj18:00 is the ability to network well a skill that can be learned?19:02 introverts can network well22:40 being an advocate for yourself- the challenging thoughts28:05 create your own table and have a seat theretune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, what are some positive changes that you would like for this space? https://bellewoodz.buzzsprout.com/https://youtu.be/9QLxI9zPvTccatch us next week for episode 3 connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodzpeace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

first episode of the season, we start off with the icebreaker: would you prefer your own boat or your own plane?which would you prefer?  first topics of the season, we discuss toxicity in relationships and whether or not certain standards are “reasonable.”1:20 icebreaker: your own boat vs your own plane?6:50 icebreaker contd. so… can we monetize this?11:27 topic intro12:30 she's gonna need him to get the door, reasonable yay or nay?16:33 the rebuttal!21:43 oh we talkin' “traditional?” what is that though?23:55 talk boundaries to me28:28 trust factors30:54 wait, let's back up and define toxic33:05 the “r” word35:24 lack of communication37:52 real reflections tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe.  let us know in the comments, what are some toxic things that you've identified in relationships?  do you have toxic traits of your own?https://youtu.be/8HI56_OP2mMcatch us next week for episode 2 where we reflect on being black in corporate. connect on social mediainstagram: @bellewoodzfacebook @bellewoodz peace and love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

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In this episode, we discuss our non-negotiable traits for our significant others. Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Let us know in the comments, what are your non-negotiables in a partner?1:00 Introducing Gregg to the Man Cave Debate2:31 Women do not jump to conclusions6:30 BaconEggAndCheese with jelly?7:57 Icebreaker: The ability to breathe under water and swim fast vs the ability to fly at 35mph15:15 Topic: Top 3 Non-Negotiable qualities in a partner21:00 Gregg is on his poetic flow "Personality"33:06 Can you not cook or clean and still get a ring?41:18 Dhani's question: Does appearance matter?46:49 Someone to keep it real with you48:40 The importance of self-love55:18 Know thyselfCatch us next week for our season finale where we dive back into our lifestyle theme.Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we discuss what it means to respect someone and explore whether respect is earned or given? Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Let us know in the comments, what is a high act of respect to you?2:22 How do we define respect?3:31 Does respect need to be deserved?11:14 What is disrespect?17:53 How much do you care about others respecting you?19:01 What is showing high respect?24:09 Is withholding information lying?27:11 Are you single until you are married?34:05 What is a high level of disrespect? Catch us next week for Episode 8 where we dive back into our relationships theme.Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we start off with the icebreaker: Would you rather change the past or view the future? Then we jump into our community building theme and discuss what one thing we would give our community to push it forward. Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Let us know in the comments, what one thing would you give to your community to push it forward?00:33 Icebreaker: Changing the Past or Viewing the Future11:00 Community Building Thoughts11:44 Mount Vernon Memorial Field17:06 Learning Our True History18:36 Financial Mobility19:11 Financial Literacy21:00 Revisiting Curriculums23:37 College Free of Cost26:54 Teaching People How to Be Phenomenal Communicators28:17 Teach Them to Fish29:51 Winning the Lottery - 2 Ways It Can Go30:33 Storytime with Roro - "It Ain't Tricking" 33:00 Paying off Debt Catch us next week for Episode 7 where we dive back into our lifestyle theme.Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patreon at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we continue with the relationship theme. We debate if financial infidelity is a thing. How are financials handled in the relationship? How do you feel about secret stash accounts?5:59 Rainy Day Funds 9:22 Financial Infidelity 14:40 Being Smarter With Money Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. What do you think? Are secret accounts ok? Catch us next week for Episode 6 where we dive back into our lifestyle theme discovering beliefs that make getting what we want in life a challenge. Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we start off with an icebreaker to introduce you to the cast. Invisibility vs the speed of light, which power would you choose and why?The theme for the first topic is relationships. We talk about everything from dealing with disagreements to the benefits of self talk. The mancave debate begins in this episode! 00:40 Icebreaker05:33:16 Dealing with Disagreements15:52:78 The Man Cave Debate Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Let us know in the comments, what motivates you? Catch us next week for Episode 5 where we continue the relationship theme with Choosing Her/Him.Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we talk about the things that keep us going. The thoughts that motivate us the most, influencing the way we move throughout life. By now you know that my friends and I love to laugh but this episode brought up some emotional thoughts. Tune in and don't forget to like, share and subscribe. Let us know in the comments, what motivates you? Catch us next week for Episode 4, where we jump back into the relationships theme with the man cave debate and navigating disagreements.Want to support the show and get access to exclusive content? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this episode, we talk about whether we would prefer a clingy partner or a distant partner.Which would YOU rather?Let us know in the comments!Don't forget to like, share and subscribe for more content.Catch us next week for Episode 3 where we switch up on themes and venture to a lifestyles discussion.Want to support the show? Become a patreon at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)

In this week's episode we talk about partner preferences when working through disagreements. This is Part 1 of the Partner Preferences theme. Would you rather a partner that yells or a partner that is quiet but cold and short with you? Both are not the best routes of communication but we collect our thoughts to decide which partner we would rather.To introduce you to the cast of season 1 we start off with the ice breaker question: Would you rather the power of telepathy or telekinesis?Which would YOU rather?Let us know in the comments!Don't forget to like, share and subscribe for more content.Catch us next week for Episode 2 where we continue the Partner Preferences theme with Part 2.Want to support the show? Become a patreon at www.patreon.com/bellewoodz.Peace and Love!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bellewoodz)