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An open house means that all are welcome; to listen, learn, and grow. Let my endless struggles become your amazingly, curated advice.

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    • Feb 8, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 15m AVG DURATION
    • 7 EPISODES


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    Disappointed But Not Surprised

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 10:29


    This short episode is a soft return from taking a nice long break due to writer's block and mental illness. I return to rant for 10 minutes about moving to a new country during a pandemic while also attempting to provide insight on dealing with disappointments. Short summary: I do not know, but come laugh with me for a few minutes.

    Let's Talk About Sex(ualization of Black Women)!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 15:48


    In this episode, I wanted to cover the roots of the sexualization of black women- and give background as to how damaging stereotypes are especially to black women as they grow. This includes at home, in schools, and in mass media. I talk about my personal experiences navigating dating outside and within my race.TW: Sexual Assault, Sex

    Making Amends with California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 10:31


    I graduated from college and moved halfway across the world. After this sad episode, I'll be producing some happy content. Promise. But, it's time for me to make some amends and this episode talks about forgiving yourself for your trauma.TW: Assault

    San Jose Sucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 18:49


    This is my sexual assault survivor story. So, I'm providing a trigger warning for sexual assault, abuse, etc. The past 2 1/2 years of my life have been plagued with memories of my time spent at San Jose State. In just one short year, my view of humanity and people in general completely changed, including my view of myself.

    I Need A Second to Phrase This

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 11:41


    Today, I wanted to discuss going over what some consider uncomfortable topics with your partner or partners. This is an abridged version, but in a short time, I tackle body count and STI stigmas, as well as speaking about sexual trauma.  I hope that my words give you some solace and guides you all to find comfort in your own stories and comfortability.Trigger warning: Mention of sexual assault/trauma

    "Sir, can you spare some serotonin?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2020 25:35


    Mental health. Not enough people talk about this. Or maybe too many people talk about this. There are stigmas and stereotypes. In this episode, I discuss being diagnosed, different types of therapists and therapy, medication, communication with those around you, and how to cope with mental illness. If you need anyone to talk to, reach out to me. I've got your back.

    Don't Touch My Hair.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 13:28


    Some of you are going to be mad, but it must be said. As a lil introduction, I wanted to share some background of my experience growing up mixed race. I summarize my early battles with identity, race, and hair. I would greatly appreciate if you even listened to half of this. 

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