Relationships, Friendships and Family Dynamics
Learning to navigate through relationships and friendships and loving who we are.
Episodes
294 episodes
Part 2 of “Dating the So-Called Difficult Woman”
A little more in-depth on this topic, like why men secretly prefer to date the so-called 'difficult woman'. We all know by now she's a woman with high standards!
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Season 12
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Episode 13
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11:38
Most Men Like a Difficult Woman — It Brings Out the Gentleman in Him
When you start letting things slide in a relationship, that’s often when he stops showing up as a man — as a gentleman—because now you’re simply going along with everything. It’s important to maintain your standards so he can hold himself to th...
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Season 12
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Episode 12
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1:58
The Worst Betrayal… and a Shameful Truth About Me
In today’s podcast, I started discussing what I believe is one of the worst types of betrayal and ended up revealing a personal secret about myself. We all have secrets, and perhaps in a future episode, I’ll share more of mine. While some of my...
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Season 12
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Episode 11
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8:28
Do You Desire a Relationship or Need a Relationship
In this podcast, we will discuss the difference between needing a relationship and desiring one. We sometimes get confused about the two meanings, so let's talk about what it means to need or desire one.
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Season 12
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Episode 10
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5:50
What Makes a Great Lover in a Woman
In this podcast, I got the question of what makes a woman a great lover in a relationship, and I'm here to answer that! I think you all want to embarrass me! I'm not shy! Anyway, I put in a few things I like to do in a relationship
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Season 12
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Episode 9
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9:40
How Do You Know If You're the Backup Friend in Your Group and If You're the Backup Lover in His Life?
I received quite a few responses from my previous podcast. Some listeners feel that I might be misreading the situation, and I understand that perspective. However, it’s also possible that some of you may not want to recognize the full picture ...
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Season 12
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Episode 8
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8:55
Is She Really a Friend if She Has to Schedule You on the Calendar?
On today’s podcast, I want to discuss something that made me reflect on the nature of friendship. Recently, I overheard someone I was with talking to another friend. She often refers to this other woman as a “close friend,” but what I heard in ...
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Season 12
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Episode 7
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8:18
The Date with the Girl He Met… Or So He Thought.
Ladies, let’s be honest—sometimes we sabotage a first date by trying too hard to appear perfect. Instead of being our authentic selves, we morph into someone else entirely—a version of ourselves that we barely recognize. In today’s episode, we’...
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Season 12
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Episode 6
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7:25
The Importance of Friendship Standards
Standards are important because they help us protect ourselves and make better choices about the people we allow into our lives. Our standards constantly remind us that we deserve to be treated with respect. It also prevents us from having one-...
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Season 12
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Episode 5
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10:42
“She’s Too Much of a Mom” Oh, I’ll Call You Back… lol
A friend went out on a date and was told she's too much of a mom. I don't agree with that at all, but I will say, don't lose yourself!
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Season 12
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Episode 4
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6:51
Parking Lot Peace Beats the Wrong Relationship
We’re still saying yes to every date, as I mentioned in the previous podcast. And we’re still keeping our standards high. We know what we want, and we’re standing on it. So yes, we’ll go out with you — but if you’re not the right one, we’ll kee...
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Season 12
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Episode 3
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4:10
Part 2: When They Say, "Meet Them Where They Are."
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Season 12
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Episode 2
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8:41
Season 12: Part 1 — When They Say, “Meet Them Where They Are.”
When someone says, "Meet them where they are," it may sound mature to some, but I view it differently. To me, it suggests taking a back seat and remaining quiet, lowering your expectations, shrinking your standards, ignoring red flags, acceptin...
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Season 12
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Episode 1
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4:06
The Hard Conversations You Need to Have in a Troublesome Relationship
It's important to be able to move on. Yes, it's gut-wrenching, but it's needed. I talked about being able to look at yourself in the mirror and if you can't...
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Season 11
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Episode 26
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20:30
Used Dating as a Distraction to Heal
I have come to the conclusion that healing on our own isn’t always effective. Sometimes, we need a distraction to keep our minds engaged. I understand that some of you may not agree with this perspective, and I respect that completely. However,...
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Season 11
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Episode 25
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16:01
It’s Not About The Relationship Ending, It's The Investment!
Nope, it's not about him, it's the investment!! It's a the waste of time, the things that were accumulated!
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Season 11
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Episode 24
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6:14
Grief, Sitting in Parking Lots
This is what grief looks like. You slowly remove yourself from society. You are zoned out during conversations.
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Season 11
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Episode 23
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18:38
Become the Woman Who's Terrified to Lose Everything, and You'll Choose a Better Partner.
I've been reflecting on this a lot since my mother and Lulu passed away. It has made me think about intimate relationships, leading me to conclude that if a woman is afraid of losing everything, she is more likely to choose a better partner.
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Season 11
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Episode 22
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13:12
He's Mapping Out Your Life
We date with good intentions, believing that it will lead to positive outcomes and a bright future. We often willingly allow him to take the lead. Sometimes this leadership guides us toward something beautiful, but other times it leads us nowhe...
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Season 11
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Episode 21
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13:02
His Potential versus Right Now
We are always told to look at potential. He's doing great things; he's going somewhere, as our elder would say. He's a good man, Savannah! Well, is that a great thing to do these days?
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Season 11
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Episode 20
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10:01
Never Say “That’s Just Who They Are” and Stay Friends with Them
It’s more important than ever to have better friendships. As I get older, I realize how much I need real friends in my life—friends who genuinely care about the relationship through both the sad times and the happy ones. I want friends...
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Season 11
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Episode 19
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6:41
When Marriage Stalls: Build a Life Outside of Your Marriage and I Did Discuss the Possibility of Meeting Someone
There’s a growing trend today where many marriages resemble close friendships more than marriages. Couples are sleeping in separate bedrooms, but many aren't seeking a divorce. I would argue that it is often the husbands who are leading this tr...
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Season 11
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Episode 18
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16:04
Buying Love: When Overspending Becomes a Fear of Losing a Relationship or Friendship
The best approach in any relationship is to be your authentic self. If someone chooses to end a relationship or friendship, it simply means the connection wasn’t right for you. It’s far worse to realize that someone is staying in your life only...
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Season 11
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Episode 17
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9:37
Intentional Relationships and Friendships in 2026
This year, let's commit to our promises and resolutions. I know I will, and I'm going to be my own accountability partner. So, you be yours; it's easier because we all want the best for ourselves. So, let's do it!
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Season 11
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Episode 16
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41:18
Don’t Settle for the First Hello at an Event
At events, the initial greeting often comes from whoever is closest or bold enough to approach—not necessarily someone who matches your vibe, intentions, or energy. Even if the energy feels right at first, don’t stop there; keep mingling. A pos...
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Season 11
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Episode 15
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4:09