My Life in a Poem

Zarrin blessed the podcast with her stories and gifts of poetry, comedy, creativity. Below are links to her and her resources: Open mic event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/798030941027?aff=oddtdtcreator BOOK: https://www.blurb.com/b/11872942-color-me-haiku-coloring-book Color Me Haiku Coloring Book: Color Away Stress: One Haiku at a Time https://a.co/d/g414n05

2024 is all about re-births! We discuss the courage and excitement around starting over!

We discuss what it's like to go on a sobriety journey. Singer Ari Lennox shared that she had been sober for 365 days and this motivated me to start my sobriety journey. Whether you're doing a Dry January or just continuing to be sober or THINKING about giving up a substance, this episode is for you! Link to app mentioned: https://apps.apple.com/app/id672904239

Being single is a journey. Being married is not a destination! Sis don't settle book- I'm reading Summary of Faith Jenkins's Sis, Don't Settle on Everand. Check it out: https://www.everand.com/book/571693605

We discuss why everybody won't be your best friend and that's okay!

Healing chronic pain video: https://youtu.be/kYK7utae7Cg?si=7ND3QuiLvByI28Fl

I discuss the benefits I have reaped from quitting my corporate job. It's not ALL roses and butterflies, but it sure is better! Mentioned in episode: Guidebook to the Unknown: A Journal for Anxious Minds Listen Free to Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Julie Smith with a Free Trial.

Guest Details: Kim Singleton Instagram @singsing2000 Link in bio- link to podcast Aalbc.com We discuss her book - I love My People. Changing the narrative and embracing Black excellence is what Kim brings to the conversation. VERY enlightening!

We discuss LaKisha's story as she healed through and survived a stroke. LaKisha is an Poet who paints her story with words. Link to Author and her work below: https://www.amazon.com/author/lakishamaxey https://a.co/d/1QrM1MY IG: @lovebecomesherwords

Guest : Keva (IG- @_lovekeva) We discuss the importance of putting yourself and your kids in therapy!!

The partner you want is out there. The job you want is out there. The house you want is out there. The car you desire is out there. The friendship you want is out there!! We discuss finding a new job, therapist, and dating!!

Resources mentioned I'm listening to Out of the Fog: Moving From Confusion to Clarity… on Scribd. Check it out: https://www.scribd.com/audiobook/400597478 Black Girls Heal Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6hZgbceniZIBw38dHYkrDd?si=3Pt9ah-LS--32wGmW7mnFw Poem by Angelina X Infatuation

We discuss what social anxiety is and how to cope with it. Coping skills mentioned: Guided meditation https://insig.ht/OLG8lSMogAb I'm listening to The Mountain is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage… on Scribd. Check it out: https://www.scribd.com/audiobook/462795679

We discuss the book Codependency No More and great nuggets learned in therapy!

Breeny Lee Podcast https://youtu.be/8LdfIPmeLEw Want to be a guest in the next episode? Click the link below to find the Guest Form: https://linktr.ee/Poetryforblackgirls Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

We discuss Brianna Weist book “When You're Ready This is How you Heal” chapter about the 10 ways you know you've made progress. HINT: They are NOT what you think!

We discuss why it's okay to demote friends and it's okay to see how people treat you and decide if you want to take part in that. Tik tok about letting go: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRTsds5L/ Book: When you're ready this is How you Heal by Brianna Weist Insight timer app: https://apps.apple.com/app/id337472899

We discuss how I came to the decision of quitting my second job. We talk about ways to eliminate stress within your environment. Resources mentioned: CBT podcast- https://spotify.link/uFrsKuXJTyb Working multiple jobs episode- https://spotify.link/XFF9uzzKTyb https://spotify.link/z4wzICBKTyb

On this episode we discuss hope to cope with anxiety and bad days. I share with y'all a solo trip I went on and ways I have incorporated a thought journal into my life!

We discuss how to process grief, sadness, anger, and frustration.

We discuss the BRUTAL truth about dating and how to cope with not being chosen and not always finding “the one”

We discuss how to get comfortable with putting yourself first.

Everything is working out for my good Metamorphosis- a change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means. In this episode we discuss: ✨How everything is working out for your good ✨Update on not giving up everything ✨How to enjoy even the uncomfortable phases of life Episodes mentioned: You don't have to give up everything https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tUHsy3fypqUcQfKFt3Dqq?si=8yqbCM01TVCROBdkpOPMyQ Tips for Tinder https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Ey7u21qn3XqbHNmwEjmYf?si=ZFv8er_CTfyeKkEzdYlRMw

In this episode we discuss shadow work, spirituality, and self care. We are reminded of our VERY FIRST GUEST

In this episode we discuss how you don't have to sacrifice everything when you are in any growth area of your life. This includes: weight loss, dating, financial grow, and mental health. We discuss how you can have your cake and eat it too. When you give up everything on your journey to better, you get there as your not so best version of yourself. Resource mentioned: https://youtu.be/wO4thGFCo7k

We Discuss : ✨How to determine who to return back to ✨How I feel now that it's over ✨What dating looks like now ✨Why the 90 day cleanse might not work ✨ Why I did this in the first place --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Poetry for Black Girls with Surviving Twenties Podcast Host Aleisha B How to find the guest: @aleisha.b We Discuss: ✨Things learned in therapy AS a therapist ✨The importance of having a community as a Black girl in the healing field ✨Taking advantage of where you are RIGHT now ✨Mindfulness Resources Mentioned: Surviving Twenties Podcast by Aleisha B https://open.spotify.com/show/7mxcnJlFVWwjFMHmHLxYhX?si=4QHQ59lbT4y9mH2spGOELg Black Girls in Social Work https://www.blackgirlsinsocialwork.com/thenetwork --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this week we discuss how the 90 day cleanse is going I am learning to ✨Not to romanticize all relationships ✨To get to know people as just PEOPLE ✨To build friendship first and not to fantasize everybody being my “person” Taking a break from dating series Taking a break from dating episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bA6xthBqMK5STElyatr2C?si=HR6k2HyZQ6KDk-8YvyQyMA Taking a break from Dating (90 days) https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nBdeko2UQFxtwyCO6wLwQ?si=FXu_usgmTQORXNUUHLpPCA 2 week update into 90 day cleanse https://open.spotify.com/episode/1R93X2XTT0m2Z4HTs840YR?si=IYWAKn1XSq2wfwfR7Eg9Hg 4 week update into 90 day cleanse https://open.spotify.com/episode/4guClofgg752Bf9vKiaN5l?si=NSjem2qxTN2barFQKqWklw 7 week update into 90 day cleanse https://open.spotify.com/episode/3uWK5MwDPMPqMMKsm2pMFi?si=O0H6l9D2Rq24sSkfomshxg --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How to find Adwoa @Adwoa.Dapaah Adwoa's Cocktail Business @buzzin.ldn We Discuss: ✨Steps to healing after trauma ✨How to give yourself compassion ✨ How we re-traumatize others when we don't heal ✨How to forgive yourself Want to be a guest in the next episode? Click the link below to find the Guest Form: https://linktr.ee/Poetryforblackgirls Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

Breeny Lee Podcast https://youtu.be/8LdfIPmeLEw Want to be a guest in the next episode? Click the link below to find the Guest Form: https://linktr.ee/Poetryforblackgirls Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

On this episode we discuss how detoxing from toxic relationships also means cutting off toxic friendships too! Black Girls Heal Podcast that explains the 90 day No contact https://open.spotify.com/episode/0l6rxt2XwBAPmSL7oUkpa4?si=bRQipdjERaqdPO1-uXH_JQ Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

Want to be a guest on the podcast episode ??? Fill out the guest form below: https://form.jotform.com/223573918815162 On this week's episode we interview poet, mother, business major, and author Vonda Brown We Discuss: ✨Being married to a friend ✨Being loyal to MEN & WOMEN ✨Knowing your worth and ADDING TAX ✨How important marketing is when you are JUST starting How to Find Vonda @theoriginal_vonda Link to Gumroad https://help.gumroad.com/article/66-gumroads-fees Link to 48 Hour Books https://www.48hrbooks.com/?utm_term=48%20hour%20books&utm_campaign=Brand&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=7197745659&hsa_cam=108355681&hsa_grp=5429377441&hsa_ad=418728793602&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-26898508561&hsa_kw=48%20hour%20books&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwJWdBhCYARIsAJc4idCZb0-NO5xz53JGyyMW2s7jZRP4BK4-6f2bhQEsprHp38sDx7cxr1UaApy5EALw_wcB --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How many MONEY and Diet mistakes have you made ?? This week we discuss how we can make mistakes that put in debt, cause us to be unhealthy, and STRESS US OUT… Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

We Discuss ✨ 4 week update on the 90 Day Cleanse from Dating (emotions and thoughts on this process) ✨What it's like to be TRAVELING while being DRY single ✨ Making friends on Bumble BFF while traveling! ✨ Realizing how my life has revolved around male affirmations and how to reframe that thought process ✨ Update on my weight loss journey!! Resources mentioned in the Episode: LINK TREE https://linktr.ee/Poetryforblackgirls Plus Size Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2C6k2HzIFmlqJ9AS2iidiz?si=sZKgyotxTLilKYnlKc-9bA LINK TO INSIGHT TIMER https://apps.apple.com/us/app/insight-timer-meditation-app/id337472899 LINK TO HEADSPACE https://apps.apple.com/us/app/headspace-mindful-meditation/id493145008 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we discuss: ✨ 2 week update into the 90 day cleanse of dating!!! ✨Vulnerability when you're DRY SINGLE ✨Dealing with difficult emotions during a single season ✨Using Shadow work and community as a coping skill Episodes mentioned: RESPECT https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EruWiJk7E6PybrFub9szS?si=GaNlODOhSdagF1Dis5U9mQ He Accused me of Giving him the Flu NOT COVID https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MokXk8K9E1UifbadJZJXp?si=Fffth98STPOh0O3fhv57sw Taking a Break from Dating https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bA6xthBqMK5STElyatr2C?si=EC07IWDPR4iNmAuCLmXSaA 90 Day Cleanse from Dating https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nBdeko2UQFxtwyCO6wLwQ?si=yHp1OwjeTXGaBYBzzS5gCw Episode with AJ where we talk about Shadow Work https://open.spotify.com/episode/54qWI9GOZx8hZ5ey6Lh4Wj?si=OkXOjS-XReWIJMgE3a23rA Black Girls Heal Podcast that explains the 90 day No contact https://open.spotify.com/episode/0l6rxt2XwBAPmSL7oUkpa4?si=bRQipdjERaqdPO1-uXH_JQ Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

RESOURCES mentioned in this episode: Stephanie Perry's video about how to do less https://youtu.be/ILC3L9YoFBw Episode about getting out of debt and working multiple jobs https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Wz9x4tS2xU0mrMAC3BZeA?si=pwmU2QfFRW2LX8NnsIUssQ Episode where I also talk about saving money and updates on the debt free journey!! https://open.spotify.com/episode/69zwZP11LnpF2bzn177XaH?si=E3sXIl-5Ryy7bWjeDL4Fgg We discuss: ✨What is financial Freedom ✨ Updates on my journey to getting out of debt and working multiple jobs ✨ Getting clear on your values ✨How to get to financial freedom Poetry for Black Girls WORLD

Today makes 1 year of the formerly know podcast- My Life in a Poem AKA Poetry for Black Girls!! In this episode we discuss ✨What it's like to identify as a podcaster ✨How this podcast has developed from an outlet to a resource ✨ How comparison turns into compassion ✨ Choosing Consistency over Motivation. Motivation is Fleeting. •Indulge in the beauty of BLACK ART and Creativity in our Poetry for Black Girls ESTY SHOP

Update ALERT: Listen to how this CLEANSE started on Taking a Break from Dating episode first first and then come back and listen to this episode! https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bA6xthBqMK5STElyatr2C?si=Dn5Xvv93QKK08gxwlefVBg In this episode We discuss: ✨What it's like to be DRY single ✨Attracting unavailable people ✨Being lonely while single ✨Saying NO to love bombing- (the action or practice of lavishing someone with attention or affection, especially in order to influence or manipulate them). Wana save money by scanning receipts? Black Girls Heal PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0l6rxt2XwBAPmSL7oUkpa4?si=qUjCGLEFR22tz6iGN_xT_g Come save money on Fetch with me! Sign up w/ code YWE7K & get 2,000 pts: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=YWE7K. See you there! Shop Poetry for Black Girls on Etsy!! https://etsy.me/3TqH5NC --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ted talk mentioned in the episode- https://youtu.be/O8PTQNDfdnU Plus Size Poem mentioned- Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2C6k2HzIFmlqJ9AS2iidiz?si=KDIeZlLSSRWJDA0zxf9TaA Watch it on Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRxhUddm/ Episode where I talk about paying off my credit card debt- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2O7qhqF67UJHbzkgcvKPVZ?si=b8H5aXCEQDSFOHpjrExnmQ On this episode we discuss: ✨How to make routines easier to maintain and continue ✨How to create a routines to accomplish all of your goals ✨How saving money can also help you lose weight Wana save money by scanning receipts? Come save money on Fetch with me! Sign up w/ code YWE7K & get 2,000 pts: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=YWE7K. See you there! Shop with me on Etsy!! https://etsy.me/3ENXJTE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We discuss: * Tips to survive the season of working multiple jobs * The GOAL of working for yourself!! * How to decide if getting side job is for you!! * The difference between CREATING and MAKING money Resources mentioned in the episode Shop with me on Etsy!! https://etsy.me/3ENXJTE Rich Dad Poor Dad Free Audio book: https://youtu.be/gliZHyovI7c Dave Ramsey Every Dollar App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/everydollar-budget-your-money/id942571931 The Upgrade with Kiki https://youtu.be/CwaM3Ty5A8k Episode where I talk about NOT working for MONEY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6khNDHwzuI8JWHpQ1rLJcG?si=Y86EcEojS_yqE_X6nHIZTg Wana save money by scanning receipts? Come save money on Fetch with me! Sign up w/ code YWE7K & get 2,000 pts: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=YWE7K. See you there! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We have a conversation with CreatedToInspire: An ordained Elder, The total Woman conference host and speaker, author of Uncover to Recover, a study of self love and self compassion, poet, a black woman, and my mother Barbara Owens AKA CreatedtoIsnpire. We discuss: ✨How to find yourself OUTSIDE of what you do. ✨Reframing Criticism AKA Constructive Feedback ✨How to self care through Advocacy Where to connect with Createdtoinspire: @Author Barbara E Owens - Facebook @Created2Inspire- Instagram How to buy the book Uncover to Recover

We have a conversation with AJ: She is a social worker, fashion and design creative, studier of astrology, a poet, a Black woman, and my friend! -We Discuss- ✨How to incorporate poetry as an outlet for spirituality ✨What is shadow work? ✨How to use a birth chart! AJ's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCLU7hgJSGBkMsBkLOxqzeqg AJ's Instagram: https://instagram.com/ajscompilation?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= AJ's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AJsCompilation?ref=shop_sugg How to see your Birth Chart: https://cafeastrology.com Wana save money by scanning receipts? Come save money on Fetch with me! Sign up w/ code YWE7K & get 2,000 pts: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=YWE7K. See you there! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Taking a break from dating to do what?? Investing in some me time: 1. Meal prepping a new food each week to see how I like it. 2. Finding new places to add body movement. 3.Investing in an old hobby- poetry, skating 4. Investing in a new hobby- creating digital art 5. Trying new hairstyles and taking BOMB ass photos. 6. Having a show I can binge and keep coming 7. Spending time with family and friends. Where I learned the term LOVE ADDICTED -Black Girls Heal Podcast

We discuss: 1. How do build a simple budget 2. Reframing the idea of frugality 3. How to pay off debt 4. Being okay with Starting OVER FETCH APP: Come save money on Fetch with me! Sign up w/ code YWE7K & get 2,000 pts: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=YWE7K. See you there! Video that changed my life and helped me better my finances https://youtu.be/L_OZSvltZV4 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode discusses perfectionism and the ways we can be more compassionate with ourselves. I reference other podcasts that have helped me through my journey! I hope y'all enjoy. Here are some links to podcasts that really help me overcome perfectionism: Self Love Fix Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WdMpEOWYl8Zx8uzzH8rAn?si=oMrCTVNLQlmEbiqYjZx_Yg Balanced Black Girl: https://open.spotify.com/show/46muBfvOgp2U44ycqZJPPN?si=x0KlUoLoTYmaPNobIbmlKg Therapy for Black Girls Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kPXrtK66kXyiqpKTtsqNN?si=M6LaoQMeTPKn0XimFBNIlQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This last episode of My life in a Poem Podcast was the LAST episode. We are now specifying the audience and really focusing on Black Women's issues, health, and poetry!

This episode highlights my experiences with lost weight and the way I deal with comparing myself to other people! I drop some good tips on how to be active, lose weight, and love your plus size body AT THE SAME TIME! If you want to see the clip of me pole dancing, watch the podcast on YouTube by searching: My Life in a Poem Podcast. See you on YouTube! https://youtu.be/wd03D2FaKmA VERY FIRST EPISODE: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7m5X375gaeroG3Au24j0fr?si=8aLsNrYcQM6D0DOqqD7iwA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Having an anxious attachment style makes me overthink EVERYTHING. I am learning to trust myself and the people around me by allowing them to come to me if I have something wrong. A lot of times I want to protect myself and others by over thinking and beating myself up for “mistakes” I think I made. Most of the time, I'm just overthinking it and nobody else has even taken what I have done the wrong way. I hope these tips help ease your anxiety for the rest of the week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I share a poem about DATING. Yes, we have all done it! As a dating app guru, I've developed some tips for you! Hope you enjoy this episode! If you know someone who needs to hear this please share --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dropping a quick gem in between episodes because I'm thinking about y'all and learning in the process. You can set your future self up for success by adopting routines that make your life easier. Dealing with anxiety? Mindfulness is the best medicine. *Mindfulness*paying attention to the present moment on purpose. I NOW HAVE Custom made journals for sale. Please click the Author page below to purchase a journal from my brand - Confidence Collections https://www.amazon.com/Confidence%2bCollections/e/B0B6ZW8FC3?ref_=pe_27545090_525776650_pdtl_vu00 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is a rewind of the very first episode of this podcast. I discuss the disruptive thought processes I had around sex as a teenager. I also show how I reparented myself and started on my self love journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app