Hello my darlings! Welcome to my podcast! I talk about everything, nothing is off limits and there is no filter.. so you never know what to expect lol. Hope you find my podcast relatble, entertaining, and learn some new things. Cheers to a new beginning! Much more to come.. tune in and tell a friend.
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This podcast was created to stimulate the intellectual mind. I am an African American 27 year old female and an artist located in Atlanta Georgia. My gifts include a vivid imagination, a fondness for truth, and a devotion towards evolution. I hope you enjoy my conversations. Peace. Love. Power. Asè
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Welcome to Own Your Era—the podcast for women ready to rewrite the rules and take charge of their lives. Hosted by Yolanda Russell, a former ICU RN on a mission to help women embrace living a life that is real, raw, and FREE AF. This is your space to step into your power, live unapologetically, and embrace where you are in life—even if it’s not where you thought you’d be. From building better relationships to breaking free of societal pressures, we dive into the hard conversations that inspi ...
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Humans, aliens, and other, welcome to the party! Here we explore and question the nuances of existence while balancing the day to day life of being a young adult in the Age of Aquarius. All in all, this is my perception of the Universe. Now there's nothing left to do but turn on, tune in, drop out, and enjoy the vibe!
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Hey, Bestie! I wish I could tell you how often I've heard, "I've been praying for you to find Jesus." I had moments where that felt offensive...but now, I GET IT. Come hang and let's chat about other people praying for you and you praying for others. Plus a few quick tangents on purpose and releasing your Petty Patty ways. This was originally recor…
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Create a better morning routine in these 4-steps
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8:52Hey Bestie! If you've been listening to the most recent episodes on the podcast, you've probably heard me talk about the WWJD Framework to having better mornings. I figured, I'd break that down in a separate episode for you to help you have more intentional mornings. And don't worry, this isn't about waking up and drinking lemon water before your M…
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The scariest experience I had as a nurse | Meaningful Morning No. 12
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24:12Hey, bestie! I started this live during 'Meaningful Morning,' on March 26th to read John 9, the part where Jesus healed a blind man...and then things took a turn as we dissected the scripture. Before I knew it, I was a bucket of tears, feeling the gratitude for God, when I didn't have faith in a hospital room as a nurse when my life could have been…
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Beating fear & procrastination | Meaningful Morning No. 11
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19:12Bestie, it's time to move your booty and take action. I will be BOLD and say this is an episode to SAVE and come back to when you're struggling to DO THE THING because of fear or procrastination. This was recorded on March 25th live, and where we made the actual shift to 'Meaningful Morning,' vs Baddie & Bibles. Today we are all up in 2 Timothy 1:7…
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Anxiety and faith | How to soothe anxiety with scripture, Matthew 6:25-32 | Meaningful Morning #10
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21:48Hey, bestie! Let's talk about ANXIETY, and not that Doechii song (remember, you are what you consume) 👀 Anyway, if you've been following along with Meaningful Morning, you know I STAN Matthew! So, we're back today and dissecting and discussing what Jesus tells us about anxiety, which essentially is to STOP worrying. I'll also share something else I…
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Get clarity on your purpose - how an accident answered a question | Meaningful Morning #9
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23:57Hey bestie! If you're struggling trying to figure out your purpose, look no further. One day when I went out for a 7.5 mile training run, I accidentally switched on a Youtube, and little did I know that it would bring forth INSANE clarity about purpose. In this episode, I'll break down Myron Golden's perspective on purpose (and the fact that there …
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Love your enemies if you want to be 'different' | Meaningful Morning #8
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19:00Hey bestie! Food for thought - the Bible really tells us not to be Petty Patty, if we listen. And if you're anything like me, that can be hard. But that's exactly why we have to sit with the wisdom in order to be the person that God intended you to be. Today, let's get into LOVING YOUR ENEMIES TOO. PHEWWWIE! Let's breakdown Matthew 5:43-48 and get …
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Jesus loved sinners so don't be afraid to talk to God | Meaningful Morning #7
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8:10Welcome back, bestie- if you're bingeing these episodes, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Today, I want to offer you a reminder that Jesus doesn't need you to be perfect and that he loved and helped EVERYONE. This was originally recorded live on IG and Facebook, March 21st, early in the morning for 'Meaningful Morning.' I love you! “And as Jesus rec…
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Taming your tongue aka watch yo mouth | Meaningful Morning #6
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21:35Hey bestie! Today, let's talk about your mouth and how you're using it. Plus, why when we open our mouths for any reason that we are subjected to judgement. I'll break down the WWJD Method I use to have a more meaningful morning too. This was originally recorded live on March 20th during 'Baddie & Bibles,' which I'll eventually rename to 'Meaningfu…
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You're born to be bold and unapologetically YOU | Meaningful Morning #5
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42:02Bestie, it's time to stop playing small and get over that feeling of being 'too much.' Jesus literally GAVE YOU PERMISSION to SHINE BRIGHT, so like...girl, let's do that! This was originally recorded on March 19th on 'Baddies and Bibles.' A mini series where I've been going live on IG and Facebook and sharing a scripture and a little motivation for…
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How God wants you to treat others | Meaningful Morning #4
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8:35Bestie - this is a Word, okay?! Today, we're in James, Chapter 2 - The Sin of Partiality - this one really calls us UP to how we treat others (and call us out on potential hypocrisy) . This was originally recorded on March 18, 2025, during 'Baddies and Bibles' a live mini series originally recorded on the Gram. Disclaimer: I don't share these as an…
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Your faith is going to be TESTED - How to keep the FAITH | Meaningful Morning #3
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34:30Hey bestie! Let's chat about keeping your faith EVEN during the HARD times. We'll also answer the question, 'does God test us?' This was originally recorded live, March 17, 2025 for 'Baddies & Bibles' - if you're following along with these you'll learn why I switched these to Meaningful Mornings. This is a live mini-series that I started doing in t…
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A reminder of timelines | Meaningful Morning #2
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1:58Hey bestie! I was let to church - here's something to think about. This was originally recorded live, March 16, 2025 for Meaningful Mornings, a live mini-series that I started doing in the mornings to sit with God's word and share and discuss with you. I've got at least 2 weeks' worth of these and gonna keep them coming until He tells me I'm finish…
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Are you too independent | Meaningful Morning #1
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17:59Hey bestie! Welcome to the Meaningful Mornings, a live mini-series that I started doing in the mornings to sit with God's word and share and discuss with you. Just diving right in - but I've been doing these for the last 2 weeks and Facebook won't store our lives anymore, so we are repurposing and doing what we gotta do. Today, let's talk about ask…
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I Starved My Flesh for 21 Days: A 21 Day Daniel Fast Experience, Tips, and Breakthroughs (Part 2)
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47:31Hey Bestie! I'm back with my Daniel Fast testimony! Tune in as I share the experience and the breakthroughs that came with starving my flesh, giving up social media, sugar, meat, and more. ---- Hang with me on Instagram! 📺 Rather watch? https://www.yolandarussellcreates.comBy Yolanda Russell
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Finding God in Your 40's: My Testimony | Daniel Fast [Part 1]
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30:24Hey Bestie! Welcome back. I'm sorry I'm a bit late in publishing this one. I had every intention to share my Daniel Fast experience, but felt it was necessary to have my story leading to God. Ya know, to keep it relatable. I may be wild and crazy, but I didn't just dive into a Daniel Fast. A series of events led me to establish my connection and be…
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How to Let Go & Forgive (Even When You Can't Forget)
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18:32Hey bestie! Today, I can finally let out the news – I recently finished a 21-day Daniel Fast (I'm going to record a separate episode for this)! Not only am I down more than 5 pounds, I've also been expanding my relationship with the main man, God! In this episode, we'll talk about how to find space in your heart to forgive, one of the hardest thing…
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Becoming Who God Designed You to Be - Breaking Generational Curses & Patterns
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29:55Hey, bestie! Are you REALLY like that because of your zodiac sign? 👀 Or do you do what you do just because everyone else in your family does things that way? This mindset may be keeping you small, stuck, and stagnant...and that's not cute. Buckle up, because I've got a question for you to ask God this week (or The Universe, whichever), and it's not…
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Positive Pregnancy Test at 39, Chemical Pregnancy, & UNHINGED Gratitude for God
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28:22Hey bestie! Going rogue and putting this out on a Monday, which I think only makes sense to be the new cadence for new podcast releases (which you'll also find on YouTube now, HAIR FLIP). I realize this episode may be tough to handle, so proceed with caution, but with the one-year anniversary approaching of my very first positive pregnancy test whi…
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Self Improvement Era - Phone Addictions & How to Get More Done
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22:12Hey Bestie! Phew, girl, I'm on an unannounced, but very intentional social media break, so I'm even more excited to hang with you on the podcast this week! Switching things up because it was on my heart to help you be better with a little tough love. Not to worry – this is something I've been implementing in my own life. Today, we'll dive into: - 4…
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Is God Calling You to Fast to Be Closer to Him?
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44:42Hey bestie! Welcome back! Today, I'm opening up about how over the last 6 months I started to evolve and start being pulled away from things that I'd once been all about. I'm convinced that this was a way of being guided into the hardship that I was going to face in 2025 between Ralphie getting sick and losing my job. Tune in and do a self audit of…
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7 Misconceptions That Held Me Back from Faith
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29:51Hey Bestie! The first mini-series of the podcast EVER! Let's talk about faith and finding God as an adult! There's no secret that my journey with faith is new; I've always been a girlie about the Universe and I had a laundry list of why I wasn't a believer in God. But, things can change anytime, ya know? In this episode, I’m breaking down the bigge…
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The Unemployed Era: Losing My Job and Finding Faith in the New Year
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28:52Welcome to the first episode of Own Your Era! I’m so excited (and a little nervous) to share this raw and real episode with you. To be honest, this isn’t how I planned to kick off the season, but life has a funny way of steering us exactly where we need to go—even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, I’m opening up about losing my job and how …
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Girlfriend, put on your best matching set and hot girl shoes, and grab your AirPods...I'm back! Own Your Era is THE podcast for the woman ready to rewrite the rules, step into her power, and OWN exactly where you are in your life. Subscribe to the show and join me for bold takes, real talk, and weekly reminders that it's never too late to create th…
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31. Summer Dating - Outdoor Dating Safety Tips
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24:57Hey, bestie! It's getting hot, so we are taking off all our clothes and getting outside- LOL. But, speaking of outside - I wanted to give you some safety tips when it comes to dating, specifically around outdoor dates. I'll also share a few life updates about: Botox, being a hermit, and reading! Grab The Housemaid book mentioned HERE ---- Get 100+ …
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30. A Massive Turn-Off in Dating & Relationships - The Comparison Trap
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14:14Hey, Bestie! Today, I want to discuss the ONE thing that can be determinantal in dating (or relationships)...comparison. In this episode, I'll share a dirty little phrase that is a MAJOR turn -off and could be a block or even ending of a potential or current relationship. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love, Downlo…
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29. Am I Still Childfree (Miscarriage and Answering Your Questions)
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38:27Hey, bestie! I'm back - this episode is a bit of a life update about my recent miscarriage. Today, I'll share a bit about unintentionally getting pregnant, my chemical pregnancy, whether or not I'm still childfree, and what I'm learning as a woman. ILYSM. Here are the links to the story on IG: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 ---- G…
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28. Dating with Herpes: Everything You Need & Want to Know feat. Tricia Wise aka Safe Slut
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42:35Hey, Bestie! We are back with another epic guest interview! Today, I sit down with Tricia Wise, who you may know as Safe Slut on social media. Tricia is a NYC-based writer, Reiki Master, Herbalist, Esthetician, content creator, sex positivity goddess, witch, and queen of the best memes. In this episode, 5 years post-diagnosis, Tricia shares why she…
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27. Dating, Sex, & Relationships from a Man's Perspective with James Manley
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1:19:06Hey Bestie, you are in for a treat! The first man to grace the Date Better Podcast, my great friend and twin, James Manley. James is one of my favorite humans and I've personally watched his evolution into a more conscious, and healthy masculine every day. In this episode, we dive into all things dating, sex, and relationships from a man's perspect…
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26. Dating as an Unapologetically Childfree Woman in Your 40's with SAY IT OUT LOUD Author Vasavi Kumar
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41:15Hey, Bestie! This is a special episode on a topic about something that I have been so passionate about, being a childfree woman. In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Vasvi Kumar, Mindset Coach, Licensed Therapist, Podcaster, and Author of SAY IT OUT LOUD. Vasavi's book is the book of the month that we'll be reading together insi…
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25: When Your Forever Love Ends - Q&A + 10 Tips to Help Healing After Breakup
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40:22Hey, bestie! I recently shared some of the best dating advice I got after my long-term relationship ended. There were questions on Facebook, so I've got answers. Join me in this live recording as I answer these two questions: Question 1: How do I date after divorce in my 40's after a 21 year marriage? Question 2: How do I keep my heart open after b…
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24. The epidemic of successful, single, and lonely AF women
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11:09Hey, bestie! Today's episode is for the successful, single, and lonely AF women that have achieved great success in their careers and/or businesses but have love lives that are dumpster fires. In this episode, I'll look at the 'work' that this woman may be missing in her life as she is chasing success and climbing ladders. This episode may be a bit…
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23. The infamous Mr. WYD - deciphering what this text really means
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31:37Bestie, I'm calling you OUT and UP in this episode. Let's get yourself together and dive into why you're available for Mr. WYD and not Mr. Pick You Up at 8. Today, we'll break d own WHY you keep responding to WYD...bestie, some of it is science. This episode is all out of love and stupid stuff I used to do in my single girl era, so no judgment just…
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Hey, Bestie! We're going viral on IG again, plus I'm vibing off of a girl's night sleepover with 6 of my local besties! A lot of the world still believes that after 35 you're an old hag and you can't get a man. I call BS - which has inspired today's episode - lessons I'd give to my 20-something self. Warning - I cry a little bit on this one. (1:11)…
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21. Divorcing Your People Pleaser: A Tale of Divorce & Healing with Allie Hall aka The Debt Free Nurse
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52:58Hey, Bestie! Allie Hall (@_thedebtfreenurse) is back! She was a guest on the show when it was The Unfiltered Nurse, back in 2020. A lot has changed in Allie's life over the last three years - including getting divorced from her partner of 6 years. In this episode, we chat about people pleasing in relationships, love bombing, healing post breakup, f…
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20. Do's & Don'ts in Dating - Tips to Uplevel Your Dating Experiences in 2024
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41:24Hey, Bestie! Happy New Year! Today we are hopping on the 'in and out' trend of 2024. Let's dive into this episode (originally recorded live on IG) and get your life together this year. I'm also super excited to share The Date Better Book Club. This is a 3-month book club to help you tap into your feminine energy and help you manifest the love and l…
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Bestie, it's the last episode of 2023. Today, let's chat about setting your dating goals in the new year using SMART goals. I'll see you in 2024, it's your year to date better and find your man! ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Dating Playbook now! ---- Are you ready to be…
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Bestie, short, sweet (like me), but this may be the very episode that helps you get the man you want. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Dating Playbook now! ---- Are you ready to become empowered AF and create the life and relationships you want in your life? BOOK HERE Hang…
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17. When is too soon to move in with your partner (major life update)
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45:39Bestie! We are a few days late-- but, we are here! This may be my most vulnerable episode to date...I may be a little wine drunk, but I've got a huge life update that I never saw coming...and maybe you didn't either. HOWEVER...my freaking WITCH, knew within a MONTH of my boyfriend and I dating. WILD - this is a true bestie chat - I hope you find in…
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16. Dating Advice: Answering Your Dating & Relationship Questions (Part 2)
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45:46Hey Bestie, we are back for part 2. I'm answering your anonymous questions about dating and relationships. 1:15-5:30: How to not overshare and keep things a mystery when dating? 5:40-9:24: How to tell if he's being faithful and not cheating? 9:25-13:59: How do you know he's the one? 14:00-21:04: How do you heal and stay open after a heartbreak? 21:…
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15. 10 Things to Stop Doing When You Want a Relationship
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16:59Hey bestie! Let's talk some do's and don'ts when you are ready to get your shit together and have an actual relationship. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Dating Playbook now! ---- Are you ready to become empowered AF and create the life and relationships you want in your …
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14. Dating Advice: Answering Your Dating & Relationship Questions (Part 1)
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34:56Hey Bestie! Today, I'm answering your anonymous questions about dating and relationships. Time Stamps: 1:25-4:28: Is dating a man that makes less than you a problem long-term? 4:29-6:24: When should you tell a man you love him? Should the man say I love you first? 6:25-7:08: Swinging? 7:08-9:04: Open relationships? 9:05-13:03: Dating an older man, …
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13. Understanding Yourself When Dating: How to Date Using Human Design with Liz Jensen (Part 3)
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58:47Bestie, here's part 3 of the Human Design series with Liz Jensen. Today we break down how to understand yourself and your partner. Be sure you've listened to the first two parts to determine your Human Design Type & understanding your unique energy centers. About Liz: Liz Jensen is a California born homeschooled church kid turned spiritual gypsy. S…
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12. Understanding Yourself When Dating: The Human Design Chart with Liz Jensen (Part 2)
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1:19:47Hey, bestie! Liz is back for Part 2 of 3 in the Human Design series. Today, we are going to get into the 'shapes,' aka Energy Centers. Human Design is complex, so be sure you've listened to Part 1 and how to figure out your own. As promised in this episode, I'm putting my Human Design chart here for you to follow along with if you don't have your o…
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11. Letting Down Your Walls for Love (A Lesson in Dating)
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27:20Bestie, a little bonus episode dropping today. Question for you...is your guard up when dating or in your relationship? In this episode, I'll share how my ultra avoidant attachment style RUINED many relationships and how it ultimately led to my current current relationship. There is NOTHING wrong with your attachment style - you just have to recogn…
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10. Understanding Yourself When Dating: An Intro to Human Design with Liz Jensen (Part 1)
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1:04:39Bestie! You are in for a treat with this 3 part series - especially if you love understanding how you operate and want to understand yourself better. I found Human Design about 2 years ago and it was a game changer for me. It is a fascinating topic and will help you navigate life and relationships. Liz Jensen, is a good friend of mine and a Human D…
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9. Love is Blind: Dating Outside of Your Race
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18:43Hey, bestie! Today, let's chat about race and dating/interracial dating. It's a taboo topic, yes...but why, especially in 2023? In this episode, I want you to ask yourself if you are truly open-minded when it comes to dating. This conversation was inspired by watching Love is Blind, Season 5, which led me to start watching Season 1. To know me is t…
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8. I Got Love Bombed by a Love Bomber - How to Identify and Avoid This Narcissistic Behavior in Dating
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46:09Bestie! This is a juicy story time about the time I was love bombed by a love bomber. Take me on your next hot girl walk or you drive to work as I share how I was bamboozled by an ex-Mormon. The story is wild and I can't wait to dish all the details with you. Plus, I'll give you 10 signs of love bombing and how to identify and avoid a love bomber (…
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7. 5 Not So Obvious Mistakes You're Making When Dating in Your 30's
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13:13Hey, bestie! Are you making any of these mistakes in dating and/or your relationships? Today, I've got 5 mistakes that women make in their 30's -- and how to avoid them. Book a 60-minute 1:1 Dating/Advice Coaching Session! CLICK HERE. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love delivered to you for free! Download The Datin…
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6. The Secret to Building a Better Relationship
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14:43Hey, bestie! Are you communicating effectively in your relationships? Let's have a quick chat about using your words with your partner. In this episode, I'll share why communication is the hallmark of an effective relationship. Plus: Best Hotline Question: How do I get my wife to do things more taboo sexually? Why communication is important and how…
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