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Do you have your adulting game on lock? Are winning? Or it's all a scam and crap of bullsh*t to you? Dont worry! In this episode, I help you conceptualize and make sense of this thing called adulting. I share some basic things you need to do to make your adulting journey bearable and seamless. Press play! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

Rita is back from a long break. She shares some of her experiences while away. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

Have you ever wondered why when you know the right thing to do in the interest of your best self you still don't get around to doing it? This episode is all about the struggles we face in trying to be our best selves and the process required to become our best. Listen to Rita share in this episode her perspectives on Self and soul awareness and how to walk the talk in your self-improvement journey. Intro by Taylor Nardone @taylorryannardone on TikTok. Send me an Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

Have you ever been stuck? frustrated or depressed about finding your purpose in life? It is one of the most uncomfortable existential experiences to go through! In this episode, Rita shares six things she knows for sure about purpose from self-experimenting and observation and how it can help relieve your anxiety and feel good about living in your purpose. Intro by The Daily Victorian on TikTok @thedailyvictorian Send email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

Happy New Year! This first episode of the year is your guide to starting the year on the right note. In this episode, Rita shares practical mindfulness tips to start the year with and 10 lifestyle goal ideas to explore in other to have an experienced-filled year. Are you ready to make 2024 your best year yet? Listen and be inspired! Intro clip from TikTok by The Greater Gatsby @hereciasmansion Share, rate, and review this podcast on Apple podcast and Spotify. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

This year went contrary to plan and against what I hoped for. However, 2023 has come to an end, and as with traditions, stock must be taken. In this final episode of the year, I wrap up the year in detail as I share lessons learned, outcomes, and how I made the best of 2023. Enjoy. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com connect with me on X: @gyalunplugged --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegirlunplugged/message

How are you closing out the year 2023? Have you had the opportunity to sit and evaluate your year? If not, don't worry, this episode will be useful for you as you do this. Our guest, Ada shares her 2023 journey to encourage you. She shares her successes, failures, key lessons of the year, and how she is wrapping up 2023 with Joy. Enjoy. Connect with Ada: Twitter https://t.co/CoVVp9XO0B Donate to pick a pad https://x.com/pick_a_pad?t=xOAfhx7rAdXL2GzEoMX1qw&s=09 Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

How do men navigate heartbreak? This is a follow-up episode from EP 124. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7t7gG1LeHrA7LNGml4l8S2?si=E--5_J6oRh6H5gwsYoZJfA In this episode, this question is answered and more as Kolo and I discuss heartbreak from a male perspective. How self-aware are men, do they process their feelings through heartbreak? why do they go on rebound sex? this episode not only explores the 'how' but 'why' men act the way they do during heartbreak. A previous episode with Kolo: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nh1i6pfFEmEwYg2iGbdVV?si=0yCAGY66Q2GGtp93M31EXw Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Leave a 5-star rating, share and review this podcast on your listening platform to support this podcast.

Your self-love language could be a reflection of what you lacked in childhood or what your higher self needs to feel loved. In this episode Rita chats with Queen Raffy on their journey to self-love, and how they love themselves with the self-love languages. They also share some opinions and thoughts from the experience of loving themselves. Send an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Guest podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/30y0ZSY3OBhffCZJmCi3GT?si=CpLKVcisTVWxUq4gdXcWww The previous episode with Queen Raffy: https://anchor.fm/thegirlunplugged/episodes/EP40-Girl-Talk-with-Queen-Raffy-on-Marital-Surnames-and-Ownership-in-Marriage-eo0j0t

As we are just weeks to the end of 2023 it is important that we are having the right conversations and that we are in the right headspace in other to end the year joyful. It is a ritual every year to take stock of our goals and measure our achievements for the year, however, what will it take to do this with less anxiety or avoiding feeling depressed? In this episode, Rita shares a perspective on finishing the year strong, pleased, and grateful.

“Heartbreak is a feeling of lost and shattered assurance.” This is how Rita, our guest on today's episode describes the experience of a relationship heartbreak. In this episode, we discuss how to navigate through the painful emotions of heartbreak as we share our individual experiences getting our hearts broken, tips and habits to engage in during a heartbreak, heartbreak don'ts, and what to do to avoid getting your heart broken.

Let's talk about Money! In this episode, Rita and Imaobong share their relationship with money. They talk about managing the black tax, why they make money, and money habits that help them in their day-to-day life, as regular financially independent women. Enjoy! The previous episode with Ima: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/mn4iDlLDkDb

Rita talks about the concept of Self-erasure and how we do this in our daily lives; like gaslighting our intuition, minimizing our needs and wants, rationalizing ourselves out of our desires and wants, hiding in the obscurity of timidity, and so on. She also shares some practical tips for reclaiming ourselves and validating our thoughts and existence. Send Email to ritachukwuike@gmail.com Support the podcast by rating and reviewing this podcast on your listening plateform, and also sharing.

35 life lessons turning 36. This episode is a birthday episode where Rita shares her birthday experience and the life lessons that have shaped her life. Time stamps: Episode reel/Introduction: 0:01 – 2:11 Intro Music: 2:12 -2:34 Updates: 2:35 – 3:47 Birthday celebration/experience: 3:53 – 12:29 35 lessons: 12:31 – 1:00:15 Call to Action: 1:00:45 – 1:00:59 Send an email to: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Share, Rate, and Review podcast on Spotify or Apple podcast.

Welcome to the 2nd half of the year! In this episode, Rita shares what she is grateful for in the year so far, and some tips that have helped with evaluating her progress with less stress and anxiety. Are you overwhelmed? feeling anxious or maybe disappointed? Listen to this episode and gain some objectivity, peace of mind, and clarity.

In this episode, Rita recaps the month of May. She shares her successes in the month, how she is preparing for winter, her insight going through the motions of grief, and lessons learned in the month of May. Enjoy! Support the podcast by subscribing, leaving a rating, and review on everywhere you get your podcast from. Twitter: @gyalunplugged

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Romanticizing your life is a way to create pockets of joy, balance the negative energies that are a constant part of life, and also harness the power of the mundane. In this bonus episode, Rita shares 10 ways she romanticizes her life hoping that it inspires you to romanticize yours. Enjoy! Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, rating, and leaving a review on Apple podcasts.

What are the dangers of identifying with a label that may potentially be detrimental to your actualization as a woman? In this episode Rita discusses the dangers of labels; particularly identifying as a feminist and the obligation to abide by the rules of conduct. She references the article by Jo Pizzas on thecoluminst.com website on "Cheating as a feminist act of self-care." She highlights on: How our perceived privileges of men are detrimental to them and should not form the bases for equality. The consequences of practicing feminism from an oppressed point of view. Embracing our uniqueness as women as a path to gender actualization. Self-sabotaging as self-care. The article referenced in this episode: https://www.thecolumnist.com.ng/2023/04/29/cheating-on-your-man-can-be-a-feminist-act-of-self-care/ Episodes mentioned in this episode: Is it really self-care? https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/O4DA0SfKzzb Getting to know Halima https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/CR9g3YfKzzb Feminism is not hate for men ft Winifred https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/jXqVtOeKzzb Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, rating, and leaving a review on Apple podcasts.

"Platonic friendships are underrated while romantic relationships are overhyped" This is an opinion Ammie and Rita share in this episode as they talk about platonic friendships and why they are underrated. Intimacy and heartbreak in platonic relationships, making friends with the older generation , and skills to develop to become a better friend. Highlights in the episode: 4:10- Joy as an intentional thing. 9:55- What a platonic friendship is. 18:05- friendship in a romantic relationship 26:30- Friendship as service. 32:45- Platonic heartbreaks 43:20- Platonic intimacy 44:20- Friendship with the older generation 1:2:10- Skills to develop for better friendships Join the newsletter community: chigozie348.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing sharing rating and leaving a review on Apple podcast.

Rita recaps the month of April sharing her struggles with trying to keep up with her goals, the highlights of the months that made it awesome, things that sparked joy, and the lesson of the month. How do you adult when you don't feel like it? Self-regulation is one of the most resourceful skills of adulting and Rita shares some insight into this in the episode. Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, and leaving a rating & review on Apple podcast.

Winifred and Rita chat about feminism specifically from the angle of the many misconceptions of the movement. Is feminism a foreign concept? Can you be Christian, or married and still be a feminist? Is misandry feminism? These and more are some of their conversation highlights. Listen to The Word of Wini Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Cd3atrxGeizPZ2sntkyhe?si=2afZ-fXGSeytiCkMHMO3Gg Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substck.com

Gut health conversations are known among the wellness industry and is perceived as a Western lifestyle but this is not entirely accurate! Every human has a gut and this system (gut system) often referred to as the second brain calls for mindfulness in what we eat to function optimally. In this episode, Rita is joined by her friend Ronke a public health practitioner and child nutritionist to discuss their personal experiences with maintaining a balanced gut health. Ronke shares her story of healing from an illness in her gut lining. Lifestyle changes to consider while you age, food examples that can serve as alternatives for regular food classes and are nourishing for the gut. Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Share, Subscribe, Rate, and leave a review of the podcast on Apple podcasts.

Do you sometimes lament about how you miss reading books? Do you want to get back into reading but have no clue on how to get back on? This episode will be of help to you! In this episode, Rita shares tips on how to get out of a reading slump from her experience of getting back into reading and finishing two books after a few years. She also goes down memory lane of how she got into reading as a child and got introduced to the different genres of literature, reviews two books she has read so far: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi and The midnight library by Matt Haig, and shares her 2023 book haul. Book channel mentioned in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/@abookolive Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, and leaving a rating and review on Apple podcasts.

What are your quirky habits? In this episode Justina; host of the Storytime with Jae Podcast and Rita share some of their quirks and how they came about. Why are most people embarrassed about their quirks? Is being quirky normal? These are some of the questions answered in this conversation. Enjoy! Podcasters for newbies Ebook by Jae: https://selar.co/b8fx Join the newsletter community- chigozie349.substck.com

Another installment of the monthly review segment of the podcast. This episode is a recap of the month of March. Goals achieved Hard things done Top 3 movies of Q1 Why you can fake it and still not make it. Other monthly review episodes: https://anchor.fm/thegirlunplugged/episodes/EP102-Do-you-think-you-deserve-the-things-you-want-e1ukun4 https://anchor.fm/thegirlunplugged/episodes/EP105-Why-is-2023-in-such-a-hurry-e1vq6uq Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, and leaving a rating and review on Apple podcast.

What does it mean to preserve self? In this episode with Mie mie, Rita takes an uncomfortable dive into this subject with her friend. They touch on themes of self-awareness, accountability, and the lonely path of actualization when one decides to choose what is best for them. Listen to Miemie's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3wzU0zg0FCIDuFzUf7DfJs?si=GpLxKxgNR6W1ly5yX_-Ebg Join the newsletter community-chigozie349.substack.com

Let's talk about what it looks like to live alone specifically as a woman in Nigeria. Rita and Modupe delve into their experiences as women who have lived alone for at least 5 years. They share their experiences house hunting and the push backs that come with it, the benefits and challenges. Also, things to consider as you plan to leave alone and some coping strategies. Connect with Mo- https://youtube.com/@TSHwithModupe Join the newsletter community- chigozie349.substack.com. Support the podcast by  subscribing sharing rating and leaving a review on Apple podcasts.

Do you sometimes struggle with journaling? And maybe perceive it as a tedious task? Me too! In this episode, Rita shares how she deals with the struggles that come with journaling and ways she journals for fun by journaling intimately. Join the newsletter community- chigozie349.substack.com. Support the podcast by subscribing sharing rating and leaving a review on Apple podcasts.

This episode is about capitalism and how it impacts our mental health and influences our behavior and life pursuits as young people. Victor and Rita share insights on: · How there is a capitalist in all of us · Surviving in a capitalist economy like Nigeria · And the mindset and values to help navigate the system. It was a heartfelt and insightful conversation. Connect with Victor: Instagram- @emayevictor Twitter- @victoremaye Facebook- @victoremaye Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, and leaving a rating & review on Apple podcast.

Rita reviews the month of February with updates on the changes in her life; what she was up to on Valentine's Day, what she thinks about Matcha tea, and how she is overcoming disempowering beliefs. On how to breathe well: https://youtu.be/1sgb2cUqFiY Ted talk 5 minutes breathing: https://youtu.be/hFcQpNr_KA4 Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by subscribing, sharing, and reviewing it on Apple podcast.

In this episode, Rita and Adesuwa discuss the concept of self-care and what is realistic.  Is self-care all about pampering and luxurious experiences? Is it only about self-grooming practices? Are there other aspects of self-care that exist, does it look the same for everyone? They explore this topic while they share their personal routines and approach to self-care that works for them- even when it doesn't seem trendy. The heart drops with Suess podcast: anchorfm/thesuess Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com Support the podcast by: · Subscribing · Sharing · Rating and leaving a review on apple podcast.

Rita chats with Halima, her friend of 6 years, as they share how they met, why they became friends and their friendship experiences. Halima shares: why she is not a people person the kind of feminism she identifies with her greatest fear in life And many more... support the podcast by: Rating and leaving a review on apple podcast sharing subscribing. Join the newsletter community- chigozie349.substack.com

Let's talk about January and how setting goals for the year has gone so far in this episode. Rita shares some of her experiences settling back into her routine, changes, and planning the year- struggles, progress, and what not so far into 2023. Support this podcast by: Sharing Leaving a review Rating on apple podcast. Subscribe to the newsletter: chigozie349.substack.com

Starting the New Year with musings about her trip to Nigeria last year. Rita shares her experience being back home after 3 years. She talks on: · The changes that have happened within and outward. · Expectations of you as an IJGB · Feeling like a stranger in a place that is home. · What matters most? Peace or resentment? Join the newsletter community: chigozie349.substack.com

Celebrating a 100th episode is a compilation of the journey of The Girl Unplugged from the first episode. It details the growth, milestones and how far the podcast has come since the start. Intro-0:0- 41 Appreciation: 0:42 - 2:05 Chapter 1(The why)-2:10- 7:10 A Clip of the first episode on the podcast: 3:12- 6:07 Chapter 2(The Journey)- 7:15- 17:45 A recorded clip from a strategy meeting for the podcast: 7:21-12:17 Voices: Tomi popoola- host of the Ms. P Speaks podcast Queen Raffy- host of the Queen Raffy space podcast Daniel Briggz- host of the Volatile times with Daniel podcast Olabisi A clip from EP66: Who is this girl- 14:55- 17:20 Chapter 3(The lessons)- 17:46- 20:24 Last words: 20:28- 21:35

Hi there! today, let's talk about navigating relationships as a self-aware individual who also is on their healing journey. Ammie, Sarah, and I talk about empathy in conflict, compromise and sacrifice, self-toxicity and so much more. I hope you learn from this heartfelt conversation. Connect with me: IG-@thegirlunplugged subscribe to my newsletter - In-connectwithRee@substack.com

Hi, lovelies! It's been a minute! today's episode is a chat I had with my sister going down memory lane as we share our stories, discussing our relationship growing up as older and younger siblings, the unique dynamic we share, and, the bond that has made us more than sisters. Enjoy!

In this episode, I sit to have a little chat with you on the importance of introspection. In other to build a strong sense of self and navigate a world that has so much of other people's opinions ad thoughts, it is important to constantly evaluate yourself to be sure you are living a life that is yours. How do you do this? Listen to find out.

As a single person, have you feared losing yourself in marriage? Have those thoughts made you have cold feet in deciding whether you want to get married? I have those thoughts too! and on this episode are commentaries from married people on how this fear may be valid but shouldn't be a hindrance. These women share experiences from being married for years, and how they maintain their individuality and not lose themselves. Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM on Instagram @thegirlunplugged

Hey girlfriend! Today is another exciting time on TGU and I chat with  Lonpe, the Talk time with Lonpe podcast host. We talk about what women bring to the table in relationships. Sis are you really the table?? Do you have what it takes aside from beauty and sex to be in a relationship? These and a lot more we discuss in this episode. Connect with Lonpe  Instagram- @honestitunu Send me an Email- ritachukwuike@gmail.com Instagram: @thegirlunplugged

If you are an adult you will agree with me that making friends in Adulthood is difficult! In this episode with Misie we talk about friendship in adulthood. We share experiences from our friendships, how we manage expectations, and the intentionality that goes into choosing friends as adults. Connect with me on Instagram @thegirlunplugged Send me a mail: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

Hi Fam! This been a while in this space. Here is an episode that breaks the silence between us. I talk about the introspection that is required before getting into marriage as a self-aware person. Would you still desire marriage if you count the costs of what it will require to maintain and live fulfilled? I share some of my personal thoughts and questions I have asked myself on this subject. I hope you find it useful! Connect with me on Instagram @thegirlunplugged or Email:ritachukwuike@gmail.com

In this solo episode, I share some new life updates and where I am mentally on certain beliefs and perceptions. I talk about Slow living, my observation on the evolution of men, and my new stance on feminism as an African woman. Enjoy! Send me a mail- ritachukwuike@gmail.com DM on IG - @thegirlunplugged

Unconventional mothers are mothers who don't fit into any mold of what society expects motherhood to be because the role of motherhood is a unique one. A choice and a journey to rediscovering self every time. In this episode with Biyai, the host of the rovingbookworm podcast she shares her unconventional experience being a mother, what worked, her challenges, and how one can be one too as we evolve as women... Connect with Biyai: instagram- @rovingbookwormng Podcast: anchor.fm/biyai-garricks blog: https://rovingbookwormng.co/ Send me a mail at ritachukwuike@gmail.com connect with me on Instagram @thegirlunplugged

Hi guys, on today's episode I have my besties on the couch as we discuss our 18years old friendship; the sweet, sour, and the in-between. Enjoy!

In this episode with Sarah, we talk about sexual liberation! What it looks like for women who are liberated, our personal journeys to this liberation, and the bare minimum in sexual relationships that one must not compromise. Enjoy. Send me a DM: @thegirlunplugged on Instagram Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com connect with Sarah on Instagram @ofeh_a

The Girl Unplugged is back for the year! Happy New year everyone once again and business resumes as usual! Send me a DM @thegirlunplugged on Instagram Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

Hello Fam! welcome to another new year! In this episode, I recap the last year and what to look forward to on the pod this year! 2022 is that you? okay, coming atchya!

It's another fun time to sit and chat all things female! and on this episode, I sit with Olusola to talk about what being a single woman in her 30's (African and Nigerian) is like. The challenges, the wins, and how we cope with the challenges that come our way. Trust me, this is a must-listen! Send me a dm on Instagram: @thegirlunplugged Email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com

Lets talk about plant life style with an interesting and experienced plant influencer in Nigeria, Ebuka also know as Plantboy.ng. He shares his story, experiences and challenges in pursuing this passion. And tips on being a plant parent and how to monetize your hobby. Enjoy! Connect with Ebuka on Instagram: @plantboy.ng Send me an email: ritachukwuike@gmail.com Instagram: @thegirlunplugged