The Imperfect Couch

Janelle and Oprah spoke with branding and marketing strategists, Dee and Alicia Bright. They are christian entrepreneurs and discussed ways they've been able to continue their business, while parenting two kids, during COVID. For more information about them, you can follow them on instagram at @deebrightjr and @aliciaabright

Oprah and Janelle share helpful tips on what has been helpful to them to survive while in quarantine.

Janelle and Oprah sit and chat about their views from the Netflix show, "Love is Blind" and whether they believe love is actually blind. 

Janelle and Oprah discuss Valentine's Day and online dating. For those of you wanting to further this conversation, please make sure to follow our Facebook - The Imperfect Couch and Instagram page (@theimperfectcouch).

Janelle and Oprah discuss the tragic loss of basketball star, Kobe Bryant, and ways that it has impacted the nation. They also discuss men and their emotions.

Janelle and Oprah are back with the second season of The Imperfect Couch. Janelle and Oprah share with their listeners some of the things they have been working on as they took some time away from podcasting.

Janelle and Oprah get super comfortable on the couch and have a very important conversation about protecting and praying for today's children, after hearing the most recent news about "Cupcake" a 3-year-old child who was kidnapped and killed.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! Make sure to add our Facebook group, The Imperfect Couch, to further the conversation regarding this episode. For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss ways to support a family member or close friend with a mental illness.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! Don't forget to join our Facebook group, The Imperfect Couch, so we can delve deeper into this conversation. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss loving yourself and also discuss the importance of knowing and practicing you and your partner's love language. This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! Also join our Facebook Group, The Imperfect Couch, so we can further our conversation on today's episode. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah check in with their listeners about their break and what they have been doing this past month. Janelle and Oprah are also expanding their platforms and encourage you all to add their group page on Facebook, The Imperfect Couch. Also follow their personal Instagram accounts @janellecdawsey and @oprahzeon.  This podcast is used for educational and entertainment purposes. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy!

Janelle and Oprah discuss the effects and risks related to social media. Janelle and Oprah also challenge listeners to participate in a social media cleanse.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle & Oprah discuss 3 reasons why you may be experiencing a season of singleness. Janelle & Oprah also invited a guest, Peace Odigha, who discussed her transition from being single to being engaged. This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions or comments, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com.

Janelle and Oprah discuss the importance of rest and provide key scriptural references to support why rest is needed in our lives.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss their meaning of a "Hot Girl Summer."  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss their personal beliefs about soulmates as well as soul ties.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah highlight Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and discuss things to consider when looking for a mental health professional. Janelle and Oprah also discuss Disney's inclusivity with it's latest announcement of The Little Mermaid.

Janelle and Oprah discuss outgrowing and evolving within a friendship.    This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss trauma within the Bible and ways to cope in traumatic situations. Janelle and Oprah also discuss safety tips during weekend festivities.  This podcast is used for entertainment and educational purposes only. Please do not use our podcast for therapy, as we encourage you to seek out your own personal therapy! For questions, comments, or additional feedback, DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!

Janelle and Oprah discuss what may happen when someone experiences a traumatic event. Also, June is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month, so Janelle and Oprah share a fact about PTSD.  Please DM questions, comments, or feedback on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com

Janelle and Oprah introduce the topic of trauma and discuss community violence as one type of trauma that affects many communities across America. Janelle and Oprah also reflect on the passing of Nipsey Hussle and lastly discuss the harms of jealousy and the importance of living in the purpose God has for you.  For any questions, comments, or additional feedback, please DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch or email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com

Janelle and Oprah interview Ruth Ohanu as she shares her story battling Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder.  For questions or comments please send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Please remember not to use this podcast as a form of therapy, but seek counseling.

Janelle and Oprah discuss some of their nightly and morning routines which help them be productive during the day and week! For any questions or comments please send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail.com. Janelle and Oprah encourage you to seek therapy and not use this podcast as a form of therapy.

Janelle and Oprah discuss ways everyone can utilize self-care! Please remember not to use this podcast as a form of counseling, instead, please seek counseling. If you have any comments or questions please send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail.com

Janelle and Oprah share that the month of May is Mental Health Awareness Month. They also introduce their new theme of the month, which is, Self Care. During this episode Janelle and Oprah focus on burnout. They give the definition of burn out and share their personal experiences as it relates to the topic. For questions or comments, please send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail.com.

Janelle and Oprah have a guest on the show, Lavonia Brown. Mrs. Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. She is the owner of LSB Consulting Services and Step by Step Enrichment Center. She addresses the topic of Autism and shares how it has impacted her and her family. If you have any questions or comments please send an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail or a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch.

Janelle and Oprah share their experiences about getting through financial difficulties. They also share little nuggets of wisdom on how to remain optimistic through those hardships. Please email Janelle and Oprah at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com, or direct message them on Instagram @theimperfectcouch with any questions or comments!

Janelle and Oprah discuss ways being optimistic has been beneficial for them. For questions or comments, send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email to theimperfectcouch@gmail.com.

Janelle and Oprah introduce the new theme of the month, Optimism, and share that April is National Autism Awareness Month. During this episode they share their personal experiences with optimism and ways they developed optimism. If you have any questions or comments please email theimperfectcouch@gmail.com, or send a direct message on Instagram and follow them @theimperfectcouch.

On the final episode of each month Janelle and Oprah do a segment called, "Examining Our Imperfections" where they invite a guest to the podcast and interview them. This interview hits close to home, because Janelle will be interviewing Oprah as she shares her story about battling Autoimmune Disorders.

Janelle and Oprah share their experiences about getting through a difficult situation in their lives and give tips on how to thrive when enduring tough times. For questions or comments, send a direct message on Instagram @theimperfectcouch, or an email at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com.

Janelle and Oprah explore the benefits of faith when dealing with mental health issues. For questions, comments, or feedback, email us at theimperfectcouch@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @theimperfectcouch.

Janelle and Oprah introduce the new theme of the month and share that March is the National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month. They also explore their understanding of faith and how it has strengthened their walk with Christ.

Janelle & Oprah discuss 10 unhealthy relationship tips. They also introduce the newest segment of their podcast, "Examining our Imperfections," where they highlight the Mental Health Awareness topic for the month. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness, where guest speaker, Robynn Woyee-Kollie, shares her story about how teen dating violence personally affected her family. She created a scholarship foundation advocating for families of DV. For more about about her foundation visit www.roschellewsf.com.

Janelle and Oprah share their personal stories regarding dating and discuss healthy dating tips.

The Introduction to The Imperfect Couch Podcast