Black Womanhood in Da NOLA – A journey of love, culture, and self-empowerment. This space is all about the beauty and strength of being a Black woman in New Orleans—navigating family, self-care, parenting, work-life balance, and the challenges that come our way with love and resilience. I move through my city embracing its culture, finding joy in its rhythm, and growing in my power every step of the way. Join me on this journey. Let’s connect, uplift, and celebrate our stories. If this reson ...
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Gabriel Osborne Podcasts
Welcome to The LottieFiles Podcast where we sit down and talk to designers, developers and those who dabble in all things Lottie.
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Life ain’t a straight line it’s more like that Google Maps reroute when you miss the exit. You still get where you’re supposed to be… just maybe not the way you thought.
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Some people are better left misunderstood. Reopening old wounds that should have been left alone. No more using old playbooks but entering new year, new play book.
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Ever stayed in something way past its expiration date? The kind of “situationship” where you’re begging for the basics — a dinner, a birthday moment, even a coffee break — while they’re out here making plans for everyone but you? Yeah… this episode is for you. In Red Flags & Roses, I get real about how easy it is to let feelings blind us, how long …
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We are the people- we have to be better than ever before!
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Just learning to give myself grace throughout the rest of this year. Give others grace and be graceful for those who keep showing up!
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we’re getting real about love. The kind that lifts you up, the kind that drags you down, and the kind that makes you question if you’ve been watering a root or feeding a weed. We’re talking face value, truth-telling, and what happens when love doesn’t look like it’s supposed to.
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Roadtrip reflection of my life with my family. Scenic Detours for moments that didn’t go as planned but taught you something.
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Friends with labels: Family, Friendship, & the In- Between
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13:03The people we keep. The many chapters of friendships balled into one episode. More than Blood, Less than strangers! Enjoy the show.
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Where’s Dad? Feelings, Flaws & Fatherhood
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19:08A conversation about showing up. Dealing with Daddy wounds and healing truths. What we carry and what we pass on, the effect of the complications. Reflections on fatherhood.
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Zigged when I should’ve Zagged. Touching on motherhood, growing kids, and evolving selfhood with humor and grace
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Missing My Mother — Especially on Mother’s Day.
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14:05Where would any of us be without the moms in our lives? They’re the real MVPs—nurturing, guiding, cheering us on, and yes, occasionally calling us out when we need it. Whether you’ve got a mom, are a mom, or have someone who mothered you in their own way—this month is for honoring that love.
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In this episode, we’re talking about the beauty and complexity of parenthood—the pride in all the little and big moments, and the truth that it’s okay not to be okay. Especially when one chapter closes and another begins. When one child leaves the nest, it can stir up all kinds of emotions, even as you continue raising the others still at home. It’…
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It Was Never US After All (A Slam Poetry Piece)
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6:38Drama unplugged…Poetry Style. Enjoy.
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Friends- care is equally important as self-care Showing up for your friends is showing up for yourself. Time with friends heals us too!
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Have you ever said “yes” when you really wanted to say “no”? Or found yourself drained from constantly showing up for people and it gets to be on repeat every day and year. Let’s talk about boundaries and most importantly how to stick to them.
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The letting go lab is harder than you could ever imagine. Your mind isn’t ready but somehow, you have to be. The beginning of 2025 was tough. And when you add heartache and loss to the mix, it feels almost unbearable. But here’s the thing: we have to move forward, even when it hurts. We have to believe that better days are coming, even when we can’…
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Ultimately, what matters is finding the right time for you. There's no universally correct age for marriage.
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Life revolves around the choices we make, and honestly, how many excuses are you going to keep giving yourself for the same mistakes and the pain you've decided to face? We all have options. It seems like it's time for you to make a decision.
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Love is often called a universal language, but actions can twist its meaning and lead to mixed outcomes. Kids naturally express love when they receive it, thanks to their upbringing. Yet, as they mature, societal pressures and parental influences can alter that expression. I aim to help them hold onto love as they navigate life's challenges.…
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Letting go can be one of the most challenging yet liberating experiences in life, especially when it involves releasing someone or something that has held you back from fully embracing the love and joy you truly deserve. You have reached a pivotal moment where you recognize that waiting for a love that may never arrive only keeps you submerged in e…
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Celebrating this milestone and hopefully better guidance to the next one.
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All is lost in make believe, love and chivalry
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"Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad"
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Deep roots need to heal for the tree to grow. Family is everything ❤️
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Birthdays are important, and you should be celebrated every year.
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1 Corinthians 16:14. Love is our strongest essence. Don't forget that.
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Solitude is where I place my chaos to rest and awaken my inner peace. Learn to be okay spending time alone.
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Just a short conversation about time spent in NOLA.
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Focus on self CARE and getting everything, and everyone out of your space who doesn't belong anymore!
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It's a new year, no new me attitude! I'm here unapologetic! What's going on with your relationships?!?!
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If only I could save myself from such feelings. It's been a year in all aspects of life! Final chapter comes to an end.
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Faith makes things possible, not easy!
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What am I feeling like this? This isn't a good funk! How do I bounce back?
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Forget and forgiving those in order to mend those relationships
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Forming relationship entering into a new life phase
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This age and dating doesn't match
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Hello, how are you dealing with life in 2023?!?
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What is your state of mind at this moment?!?
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Starting this year with the question, WHY?!?....here we go again... but not for long. What will this year bring?
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Till the season to not be jolly! How do you get past those holiday blues? Do you want to have a joyous occasion then I hope you find your moment. Turn that frown upside down! Get back into the holiday mood!
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You learned that over time your eyes can perceive you and so does your heart! But, there's still hope!
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Is your life cycles spinning out of control? What cycle are you in that need to be done? How I am completing cycles and accepting that life will be filled with them.
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Just stop being afraid to say No. It's okay to eliminate stressors from your life. I know I am....picking them out one by one
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Just some inner thoughts on life and why your thoughts create folders of feelings that affect your space. It's okay to not be okay
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It is here within us. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, mental illness how are you coping?
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15:15Have you found your coping mechanism? Are you ready to be happy and peace within yourself. I know I had to better understand the changes within me.
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Don't be afraid to remove the burdens from within....
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Are you desensitized by life. Have you noticed a change in your response and feelings. Are you willing to improve your way of feeling. These are thoughts that travel through my mind. I'm curious about yours
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Communication is vital in any relationship. I hope you're improving and willing to communicate with your circles of life
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Having an authentic repair in your life that will be healthy for everyone involved. Being okay with stitching the fabrics of your family and friendships back together again.
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