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Unpacking Love is a podcast that dives into all things love. We'll discuss everything from the talking stage, dating stage, relationship stage and even post-relationship stage. The goal is to learn from each other, while having a good time! Maybe you've been doing things or thinking of issues a certain way and you are curious to hear what others are doing or how they're thinking about the same issues out there. This is the place to be! I'd love to engage with you on Instagram @unpackinglove! Questions will be answered in Q&A episodes. Let's have a blast!

Michelle


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    Latest episodes from Unpacking Love

    Do the relationships you have with other people feed into your self-love? Should they? (TSLP 8) | 108

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 51:31


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 8 features 30 amazing guests who share their thoughts on whether their relationships with others feed into their self-love.  What are your thoughts about the topic? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. I would love to hear from you!  Thank you for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess 

    Do you find it easier to forgive yourself or to forgive others? (TSLP 7) | 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 59:41


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 7 features 31 amazing guests who share their experiences with self-forgiveness and self-compassion.  Do you find it easier to forgive yourself or to forgive others? What helps you forgive yourself? How do you show yourself compassion? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. I would love to hear from you!  Thank you for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess 

    Struggling to say no to others & Communicating needs and expectations (TSLP 6) | 106

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 68:55


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 6 features 32 amazing guests who share their experiences with struggling to say no to others and how they overcame these challenges. Self-love often involves setting boundaries and effectively communicating your needs and expectations. Tune in to learn a thing or two! What has helped you say no to others? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. I would love to hear from you!  Thank you for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess 

    What are some things you've done to improve yourself over the years? (TSLP 5) | 105

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 66:21


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 5 is brought to you by 33 amazing guests sharing what they've done to improve themselves over the years. Self-improvement is definitely an essential aspect of self-love & my guests understood the assignment & delivered! What are some things you've done to improve yourself? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. I would love to hear from you! Thank you for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    Do you celebrate yourself or your achievements? Why or why not? If you do, how do you self-celebrate? (TSLP 4) | 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 42:03


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 4 is presented to you by 31 incredible guests diving into all things self-celebration! Tune in to find out whether they celebrate themselves, reasons why they do or do not, and how they go about practicing it if they do. Do you celebrate yourself or your achievements? Why or why not? If you do, how do you self-celebrate? Let me know on IG @unpackinglove. Always happy to hear from you! Thank you for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    How do you practice self-reflection and what does self-awareness mean to you? (TSLP 3) | 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 55:30


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 3 is brought to you by 32 amazing guests sharing their self-reflection practices and what self-awareness means to them. How would you answer the prompt? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Always happy to hear from you! Thank you for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    What does self-care mean to you and how do you practice it? (TSLP 2) | 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 48:06


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT EP. 2 is presented to you by 33 phenomenal guests sharing what self-care means to them and how they practice it. What does it mean to you and how do you practice it? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Always happy to hear from you! Thank you for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    What does self-love mean to you? (TSLP 1) | 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 31:52


    THE SELF-LOVE PROJECT kicks off with 32 phenomenal guests sharing what self-love means to them. What does self-love mean to you? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Always happy to hear from you! Thank you for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen & 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    Premarital Counseling - feat. Pastor Keith | 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 158:07


    Pastor Keith shares the 8 topics that he covers with couples in premarital counseling sessions. Tune in to hear about the importance of premarital counseling and the significance of these topics in this episode! Here are some timestamps for easier future reference: - Intro: What is it & Why is it important? - 18:02 Expectations  - 29:25 The Possibility Of Children - 41:37 Finances  - 54:49 Extended Family  - 1 hr:17 Sexual Intimacy & Friendship  - 1 hr:46 Faith & Religion  - 1 hr:57 Conflict Resolution  - 2 hrs:16 Personal Growth Goals You can connect with Pastor Keith on IG @iamkeithmawoyo, on Facebook @Keith Mawoyo & on Twitter/X @keithmawoyo. Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Prenups - feat. Oye | 99

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 67:00


    Oye & I share our thoughts about prenups in this episode. Grab your favorite beverage and tune in for a good time! What are your thoughts about prenups? Yay or Nay? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! For more of Oye, check out 'Being In A Relationship & Breakfast Management - feat. Oye | 69'! Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Premarital Health Screening | 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 11:27


    Kicking off our premarital series with a focus on medical tests that couples might consider before tying the knot. I am not a medical professional; I've simply read some online articles and wanted to share my findings here. It's crucial to conduct your own research for a comprehensive understanding of these tests. Think of this episode as a platform to raise awareness about important considerations before marriage. Up next: Ep. 99 Prenups & Ep. 100 Premarital Counseling Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    Lessons From Divorce - feat. Colin | 97

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 63:02


    Colin opens up about his journey through a divorce, sharing personal experiences and the valuable lessons he gained along the way. It's a candid conversation filled with insights and reflections that you won't want to miss. If you have any questions for Colin, feel free to DM me on IG @unpackinglove. Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    Relationship Check-Ins | 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2023 15:49


    *Alexa play 'Talk' by Khalid* ....Can we just talk? Referenced Article - https://www.iecouplescounseling.com/blog/how-to-have-a-relationship-check-in-with-your-partner?format=amp

    Long-Distance Relationships - feat. Sneha | 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 60:45


    Sneha shares her long-distance love journey with us and we dive into the perks & challenges of long-distance relationships....and hey, if you're in an LDR or thinking about taking the plunge, we've got some nuggets of wisdom for you! Tune in & don't forget to hit that share button - let's spread the love! What are your thoughts about LDRs? Yay or Nay? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    Why Do Men Want To Be Established Before Settling Down? - feat. Charles | 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 51:13


    Charles shares what "being established" means to him & dives into why some guys prefer to have their lives sorted out before settling down, rather than figuring things out while in a relationship. Notable phrases in this episode? Glad you asked! - "the hoe phase", "some of your brothers have left some of our sisters wounded" & "there's a difference between 'a friend' & 'my friend'..." Tune in for a good time! What are your thoughts about all this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    Introducing Him To Your Friends & Meeting His - feat. Zoe | 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 32:50


    Zoe is back! This time we talk about the value of introducing your partner to your friends and meeting theirs..... Tune in to find out who said this ".....but also I know that my friend likes men so I'm like uh uh let me solidify what I have with my man before I take him to her". Listen, A TIME was had recording this! What are your thoughts about all this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! Check out 'Dating A Friend's Ex or An Ex's Friend - with Nish & Kudzai | 27' if you missed that one! Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    Telling Friends About Your Relationship Happenings - feat. Zoe | 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 35:28


    Zoe & I dive into the world of friendships and relationships, chatting about the fine line between spilling the beans and keeping things private..... "You have to understand that Judas was also a disciple" - Zoe #micdrop. Tune in! What are your thoughts about all this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! Thanks for listening!  Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen 

    I'm Attached To Him - feat. Shae | 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2023 45:46


    Shae & I unpack attachment in this episode - what it means to be attached to someone, how we get attached and practical steps we can take to not get attached too quickly or to the wrong people, especially in the talking stage. Listen, some personal stories were shared in this one lol... Sometimes experience truly is the best teacher... What has worked for you in this area of life? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG! Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Mama's Boy - feat. Dela | 90

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 54:50


    Dela & I unpack "mama's boy" definitions, pros & cons of being in a relationship with one, and our thoughts on why "mama's boy" often carries a negative connotation, while "daddy's girl" does not. What are your thoughts about mama's boys? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG ⁠https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/⁠! Check out 'Love Story 6 - Dela & Francis | 56' for more of Dela! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Games Night with Mawuena - Flags | 89

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 46:11


    Mawuena joins me in this 'Flags' episode! This one covered dating ultimatums, a man insisting on splitting all checks, a man being friends with his ex, multiple occurrences of one female character on his online dating profile, a man wanting you to leave your job after you get married & a man who's a mama's boy. Bonus term: "glucose guardian"! We had a time! What do you think about these? Are they red, green or yellow flags for you? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/.  Thanks for listening! Music - 'Kyima' by Lanucess 

    The Keke, Darius & Usher One - feat. Puwayi | 88

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 55:31


    Puwayi & I share our thoughts about the whole situation - the dressing, the dancing at the concert, the tweets, the merch, the 'Boyfriend' song/video and everything in between. Here are some links & tweets: - The Usher concert https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oIvHeQirlgY - Tweet 1: “It's the outfit tho.. you a mom”  - Tweet 2: "We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn't want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is" - "I'm a Motha" merch https://shop.kekepalmer.com/ - 'Boyfriend' Usher ft. Keke music video https://youtu.be/56CW4SIqBzk What are your thoughts about the whole situation? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Cheating (Witness: Guy Version) - feat. Passi | 87

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 56:00


    Passi tells us through 6 stories if he would tell his friend, acquaintance, or friend's girlfriend if they were being cheated on. (....that's right, that last bit is whether he would tell on his boy who's cheating!) When I tell you this guy is hilarious! JUST VIBES! Call him Mr 'Cheating Detector'. What would you do in these situations? Would you tell or not? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/⁠⁠! Also, be sure to check out Cheating (Intro), (Storytime), (Psychology) & (Witness: Girl Talk) if you missed those episodes. For more of Passi, check out 'Games Night with Passi - Flags | 77' - vibes were vibin'! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Cheating (Witness: Girl Talk) - feat. Yolanda | 86

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 70:11


    Would Yolanda & I tell our friend, acquaintance, or friend's boyfriend if they were being cheated on? (....that's right, that last bit is whether we would tell on a friend who's cheating!) Teaser phrases: "Does being a silent witness make you an accomplice?" & "...I'm coming to you as a woman...." We had a blast recording this - just VIBES! What would you do in these situations? Would you tell or not? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/⁠⁠! Also, be sure to check out Cheating (Intro), (Storytime) & (Psychology), if you missed those episodes & be on the lookout for 'Cheating (Witness: Guy Version)', that will be coming soon. For more of Yolanda, check out 'OnlyFans, Posting Him For Research, Protection, FaceIDs - with Mufaro & Yolanda | 62' - vibes were vibin'! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Cheating (Psychology) - feat. Kylie | 85

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2023 44:53


    Kylie (a Psychology PhD candidate) & I unpack cheating from a psychological standpoint in this Q&A episode. Join us as we cover motives, trust, guilt, confessions, the 'gut feeling', different responses to being cheated on, trauma, how to better oneself and/or the relationship after cheating occurs, questions to ask yourself after you have been cheated on or after you have cheated, exploring open relationships post-cheating & other issues. Be sure to check out 'Cheating (Intro) | 83', which covered "What is cheating?", types of cheating & motives for cheating & 'Cheating (Storytime) - feat. Keisha | 84' for a wild storytime that covered cheating, being cheated on & being a side chick. If you have any questions for Kylie or if you want to share your thoughts about this, feel free to hit me up @unpackinglove on IG ⁠https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/⁠! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Cheating (Storytime) - feat. Keisha | 84

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 74:48


    Keisha's storytime is wild! Let's unpack cheating, being cheated on & being a side chick. A storytime involving sneaky links, exes, friends, passwords, screenshots, nighttime research, gut feelings, gaslighting, alcohol, physical & emotional cheating, Tinder, neglect, trust, guilt, forgiveness & more. From rabbits to cold turkey... Welcome to 'Entanglement City'! Be sure to check out 'Cheating (Intro) | 83', which covered "What is cheating?", types of cheating & motives for cheating, if you missed it! Be on the lookout for the psychological episode (with a Psychology PhD candidate) that will cover a lot of things, including guilt & rebuilding trust after cheating occurs in a relationship. As always, feel free to share your thoughts/experiences with me @unpackinglove on IG ⁠https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/⁠. Always thrilled to hear from you! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Cheating (Intro) | 83

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 13:46


    Kicking off the Cheating series with this episode covering "What is cheating?", types of cheating & motives for cheating. Be on the lookout for the story-time episode and the psychological episode (with a Psychology PhD candidate) that will cover a lot of things, including guilt & rebuilding trust after cheating occurs in a relationship. Article 1: Types of cheating - physical, sexual, emotional, flirting/inappropriate conversations, romantic, online/digital, financial, hobby/job - https://www.marriage.com/advice/infidelity/types-of-cheating-in-relationship/ Article 2: Types of Infidelity (Motives/Drivers) - opportunistic, obligatory, romantic, conflicted romantic & commemorative infidelity - https://www.brides.com/different-types-of-infidelity-1102872 Article 3: Why people cheat (self-gratification vs intimacy) by New York Times bestselling author of 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck', Mark Manson - https://markmanson.net/why-people-cheat  Feel free to share your thoughts with me @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Always happy to hear your thoughts! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Dating Older Women - feat. Tafadzwa | 82

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 26:40


    Tafadzwa shares his experiences and thoughts around dating older women. Bonus - comparing dating older women to dating younger women. Tafadzwa dropped some hilarious phrases in this one! Grab a drink and tune in. Would you date a woman who's older than you or a man who's younger than you? If you've done it, how was that experience? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Check out 'To Date Or Not To Date Younger Men, That Is The Question - with Hilda & Chiechie | 9' to hear what these ladies thought about dating younger men, if you missed it!  Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Can Men & Women Just Be Friends? - feat. Tino | 81

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 36:58


    Tino says at least one person always catches feelings in opposite-sex friendships if the two people spend enough time together, but I disagree. What are your thoughts about this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Love Is Blind S4 Tea & Themes - feat. Wale | 80

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 72:18


    Wale & I discuss the themes that came up in Love Is Blind S4 - what's yours is yours, unapologetically going after what you want, dating outside your type, red flags, knowing your worth, upbringing, trauma, family involvement, toxicity, mean girl energy, picking the right friends, pride, forgiveness, humility & physical attraction. Bonus - victims & villains. We had a blast recording this! What were your thoughts about this season? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Dating Older Men (10+ Years Age Gap) - feat. Margaret | 79

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2023 56:28


    Margaret & I talk about dating men who are over 10 years older than us. This episode is jam-packed with pros, cons & tea! Bonus - advice from a woman who's married to a man who's over 10 years older than her. Would you date a man who's over 10 years older than you? If you've done it, how was that experience? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Check out 'To Date Or Not To Date Younger Men, That Is The Question - with Hilda & Chiechie | 9' for thoughts around the other side of the age range, if you missed it! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    ChatGPT On Love - feat. Ayanda | 78

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2023 60:06


    Ayanda & I discuss ChatGPT's responses to our prompts: a love confession to a crush, a text to gently let down someone who has feelings for us, a maid of honor speech, a text to get an ex back after breaking up over jealousy, a love letter to a significant other, the perfect wingman, handling a crush on a professor, the most outrageous pickup line and advice to our younger single self. What did you think about ChatGPT's responses? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Games Night with Passi - Flags | 77

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 46:41


    Passi joins me in this 'Flags' episode! This one was a juicy one covering having a preference to date outside your race, opposite-sex best friends, on-and-off relationships, eating from each other's plates, being introduced to your significant other's opposite-sex friends by your first name with no title, faith, waiting for someone to exit a relationship, excessive phone usage, name tattoos & travel. We really had a blast recording this! What do you think about these? Are they red, green or yellow flags for you? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/.  Thanks for listening! Music - 'Kyima' by Lanucess 

    Boyfriend Allowance + Girlfriend Allowance - with Ryan & T | 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 46:48


    Ryan & T share their thoughts about the 'Girlfriend Allowance' in the first half of this episode & unpack the 'Boyfriend Allowance' in the second half. Find out what these guys think about the girlfriend allowance, if they've given one out before & if they would give one out in the future. Also find out if they've received a boyfriend allowance in the past and if they would accept one in the future. Some notable phrases from this episode were "power dynamics", "love", "provider", "independent woman", "ego" & "a blessing from God". We had a blast recording this! Be sure to check out 'Girlfriend Allowance (Dollars & Pounds) - with Irene & Chiedza | 63' if you missed it. Question: What do you think about the boyfriend allowance? Would you want it/would you give it? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG https://instagram.com/unpackinglove/! Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    The Dating Pact - with Michelle & Garabed | 75

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2023 31:12


    Michelle & Garabed let us in on their friend group's dating pact in this episode. Find out what the dating pact is, the rewards & punishments, why they came up with it, how it's been helpful, some fun stories that have come out of it and some of the creative ways in which they've met people in this dating world! What are your thoughts about all this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    The Friend Zone - feat. Joey | 74

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 31:27


    Joey and I talk about the friend zone - everything from personal stories of being in the friend zone to dealing with people who wanted to come out of the friend zone that we had put them in. Find out whether we were successful or not in this episode! Family zone vs friend zone - is one worse than the other? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    The Dating Questionnaire For Potentials - with Steph & Nana | 73

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 60:24


    Steph, Nana & I talk about a dating questionnaire some girl sent to some guy as seen on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRsYR8JJ/). Find out if we would send out or answer people's questionnaires and the best part - what we think about each question that was in the questionnaire (full list below). What are your thoughts about all this? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen * For your entertainment, here are all the questions: Are you married? (Yes, No, Separated) What are your dating goals? (Not sure/just vibing, Casual sex/dating, short-term relationship, long-term relationship, life partner/marriage) Do you believe in marriage or is it just a piece of paper? Highest level of education (Undergrad degree, Masters degree, Doctorate, Other) How would you describe your financial/employment situation right now? How would you describe your current living situation? (own place/living alone, living with roommate(s), living with family, other) Do you have kids? (Yes, No) Do you want kids? (Yes, No, Not sure) If you had a child who was LGBTQ+ would you (love them and support their choices, love them but not support/condone their life choices, disown them, other) Are you a person of faith (i.e. christian, muslim etc.) ? (yes, no, somewhat, other) Are you close with your family? (Yes, no, other) Have you ever been to therapy? (I'm currently in therapy, I've been to therapy in the past, I haven't been to therapy but would go, I've never been to therapy. I don't feel I need it and don't see myself going, other) What is your zodiac sign? (sign, moon and rising if you know it) Otherwise when is your birthday? Can you swim? (Yes, No) Does the toilet tissue roll go over or under? (over, under, doesn't matter) Do you have a passport? (yes, no) - picture of a passport included My love language (giving) is (check all that apply): (acts of service, quality time, physical touch, words of affirmation, gifts) My love language (receiving) is (check all that apply): (acts of service, quality time, physical touch, words of affirmation, gifts) On a first date, who should pay? (the man, whoever asked the other person, both (split the bill/go dutch), other) What's you preferred method of communication? Check all that apply (texting, talking on the phone, Facetime, in-person) What's wrong with this picture? Your answer [it's a woman and a man on a sidewalk with the woman closer to the road and the man closer to the wall) Name one no-skips album or mixtape Top 3 tv series/sitcoms of all time? What artists are heavy in rotation on your playlists right now? Are you allergic to seafood? (Yes, No, Not allergic. I just don't eat it) Choose the sentences that use the correct homophone (check all that apply): Your beautiful I think you're gorgeous I haven't been over there yet Everyone's leaving there cars all over the place They're coming over later This questionnaire is doing to much It's too hot in here Their isn't much left

    Games Night with Belight - Flags | 72

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 32:16


    Belight joins me in the 'Flags' kickoff in this episode! This is a game in which my guest and I have to say if something would be a green, red or yellow flag for us. How do you see these? Are they red, green or yellow for you? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - 'Kyima' by Lanucess

    Arranged Marriage - feat. Kris | 71

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 27:23


    In this episode, Kris shares her arranged marriage knowledge and experience. We unpacked everything from what an arranged marriage is, differences between modern day & olden day arranged marriage, the caste system, dowry, apps used to search for suitors, family involvement in the process and so much more. The cherry on top was Kris's arranged marriage story. An insightful episode to kick off Season 2 of the podcast! What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Feel free to let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Believe Them & HBD Baby! | 70

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 7:46


    TT 35: Their words, their actions & your gut are telling you something....Believe them! Thank you for listening & for supporting me on this journey! You are a real one and I appreciate you - Michelle Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Being In A Relationship & Breakfast Management - feat. Oye | 69

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2023 56:28


    Oye and I talk about what being in a relationship means to us and how that has changed over time. We also talk about how we've managed chopping breakfast in the past (shoutout to Burna Boy for giving us 'Last Last'!). So much to unpack in this episode - intentions, commitment, expectations, lists, healing, learning the lessons & more. We had a blast recording this! What does being in a relationship mean to you and how have you managed chopping breakfast in the past? Feel free to let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Honestly, Do Mind | TT 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 5:40


    Honestly, do mind what you say to people out there.... Avoiding 'Sticky' situations 1 episode at a time lol. Thank you for an incredible 2022! Lots of love to you all & Happy Holidays - Mimz Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Attachment Styles & Therapy - feat. QuestionKayla (Therapist) | Ep. 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2022 56:34


    Therapist Kayla Bell-Consolver joins me in this episode where we dive into attachment styles & therapy. Find out what attachment is, how it's developed, the 4 attachment styles, attachment style compatibility, how to navigate a relationship with someone who has any of the 3 insecure attachment styles & how therapy can help someone earn a secure attachment style. Kayla also gives us more insight into what therapy looks like and encourages us to go to therapy by sharing how we could all benefit from it. Feel free to follow her on TikTok @questionkayla, on Instagram @questionkayla28 & on YouTube @ Question Kayla for more content. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Assertive Communication Style | TT 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 7:05


    & just like that, it's a wrap on the Communication Styles series folks. Effective communication is SOOO important in relationships. Let's unpack the Assertive Communication Style in this episode. As always feel free to DM me your thoughts on IG @unpackinglove. Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Battle Of The Sexes: Dating Standards - with Glo & Chuks | Ep. 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2022 70:05


    Glo, Chuks and I debate the following statement "women have higher standards than men when it comes to seeking romantic partners". What are your thoughts? Are women's dating standards higher than men's dating standards? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    passive-AGGRESSIVE Communication Style | TT 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2022 9:10


    Effective communication is SOOO important in relationships. Some communication styles are ineffective, and we are going there in this series. Let's unpack the Passive-Aggressive Communication Style in this episode. As always feel free to DM me your thoughts on IG @unpackinglove. Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Girlfriend Allowance (Dollars & Pounds) - with Irene & Chiedza | Ep. 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 66:52


    What if I told you there were girls getting allowances from their boyfriends out there? Chiedza, Irene & I unpack the 'Girlfriend Allowance' in this episode. Find out what it is, how to bring it up in conversation, which girls are getting it, how much is reasonable, what the girls have to give up (if anything) to get allowances, why some girls aren't getting it, which guys are giving girlfriend allowances and the expectations that come with it. Hot phrases dropped - 'the provider', 'your value in the sexual marketplace', 'Miss Independent', 'Damsel In Distress', 'submission', 'sugar daddy, sugar baby', 'act the fool', Mihlali Ndamase. This was loaded, chile! A blast! Question: What do you think about the girlfriend allowance? Would you want it/would you give it? Also if you've gotten a boyfriend allowance, let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    OnlyFans, Posting Him For Research, Protection, FaceIDs - with Mufaro & Yolanda | Ep. 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 63:28


    Yolanda, Mufaro & I present 'Social Media & Relationships (Girl Talk)'. THIS RECORDING SESSION WAS LIT! Lots of laughs for sure. You have to hear it for yourself! Grab a beverage and enjoy. Question: Are heart-eye emojis, fire emojis and drool emojis at the same intensity level? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    AGGRESSIVE Communication Style | TT 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 6:16


    Effective communication is SOOO important in relationships. Some communication styles are ineffective, and we are going there in this series. Let's unpack the Aggressive Communication Style in this episode. As always feel free to DM me your thoughts on IG @unpackinglove. Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Thirst Traps, DMs, Emojis, Passwords, Phone Hide-and-Seek & More - with Sam & T | Ep. 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 61:28


    Sam & T present 'Social Media & Relationships (The Guy Version)'. THIS RECORDING SESSION WAS A BLAST! You have to hear it for yourself! Grab a beverage and enjoy. Bonus - find out what Sam & T think about making relationships social media official. Are you team Soft Launch or Hard Launch? Let me know @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

    Passive Communication Style | TT 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 11:51


    Effective communication is SOOO important in relationships. Some communication styles are ineffective, and we are going there in this series. Let's unpack the Passive Communication Style in this episode. As always feel free to DM me your thoughts on IG @unpackinglove. Thanks for listening! Music - 'Ndiwe' by Masa Caroleen

    Our Boundaries - feat. Mandi | Ep. 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 59:50


    It's getting personal! Mandi & I wrap up the 'Boundaries In Relationships' series by sharing some of our boundaries and situations where they've been violated. This episode brings it all together - physical, sexual, emotional, intellectual, time & material boundaries. One big takeaway is "BE EMPOWERED GUYS!" (Mandi 2022) to say what your boundaries are. We had a blast recording this! As always, feel free to DM me your thoughts @unpackinglove on IG. Thanks for listening! Music - Ndiwe by Masa Caroleen

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