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entering your grown woman era and things we find incredibly chic29 Jul 202400:36:23

it’s time to step into your grown woman era baddie.

in this week's episode, we're having a chill conversation about how to enter your grown woman era. this transformative phase is all about embracing maturity, self-assurance, and self-trust. your grown woman era is the bridge between girlhood and womanhood, where you step into your power, acknowledge your worth, and navigate life with clarity and purpose. we'll explore what this era means, who it's for, and how to fully embody it-plus a fun list of the things we find incredibly chic to help usher you intro your grown woman era effortlessly. you'll hear:

  • discovering your grown woman aesthetic: learn how developing a signature look, scent, and essence can help reflect your true self and embrace it with confidence.
  • prioritizing self-care: recognizing the importance of mental, emotional, financial, and physical health, and make them a priority to help support your mind + body long term.
  • continuous growth: how engaging in therapy, journaling, somatic healing, and spirituality can foster ongoing self-development.

for the baddies in their late 20s to early 30s, late bloomers, or anyone ready to embrace their mature, confident self, this episode is for you. tune in to learn how to step confidently into your grown woman era.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life Update

02:20 Topic: Entering Your Grown Woman Era

07:33 Tips for Embracing the Grown Woman Era

13:13 Thinking Long-Term: Relationships, Career, and Environment

18:12 Things We Find Incredibly Chic and Sophisticated

34:41 Conclusion and Self-Love Journey

TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®:

  • you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel
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  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!
  • follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

STAY IN THE LOOP:

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

CONNECT WITH US:

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG and our production team, Dos Catorce®
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS:

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

Raven Irabor: alchemizing pain into art, life as a creative director and growing up in the tumblr era15 Jul 202400:58:45

this week on @thesoftlifepod we step into the vibrant world of Raven Irabor, (@ravencherisse) a Trinidadian-Nigerian Pan-African artist from the Bronx, NYC. Raven opens up about her creative journey, sharing how her teenage years as young artist during the Tumblr era shaped her artistic practice and how she’s now intentionally navigating the creative industry. she also reveals the power of community healing and her latest exhibit, 'Last Night I Cried Unveiling Liminal Spaces,' which was recently on display at @gallery90220 this spring. in this conversation, we discuss:

alchemizing pain into art: we discuss her latest exhibition, “Last Night I Cried…Unveiling Liminal Spaces” which was on display at the Black owned gallery- 90220, in LA which portrays her journey of transforming the liminal space of heartbreak into creative expression.

life as a creative director, producer and image maker: from curating to producing installations, Raven gives us a glimpse into her life as a multi-hyphenate artist and image maker, carving out her own lane.

growing up in the Tumblr era: Raven shares how the gritty and graffiti-filled streets of the Lower East Side in NYC, her strolls through SoHo, and being part of the underground Tumblr creative era have kept her inspired throughout her creative career.

available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and more.

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:45 Day-to-Day Life and Organizational Strategies

12:45 Saturn Return and Self-Rediscovery

16:17 Inspiration and Creation of 'Last Night I Cried Unveiling Liminal Spaces'

24:41 Alchemizing Pain into Art and Self-Care Practices

27:58 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in the Art Industry

31:10 Affirming Black Artists: Setting Rates and Negotiating

39:27 Creative Inspirations: Directors Who Navigate Different Industries

43:26 Dedicating Work to the People of the Diaspora

48:40 Finding Inspiration in Physical Spaces and Community

51:50 Comfort Food: Carbs for the Soul

52:22 Favorite Creative Medium: Film and Collage

53:25 Motivating Songs for creative inspo

56:14 Future Showings of 'Last Night I Cried' Exhibition and Merch

CONNECT WITH RAVEN:

TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®:

  • you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel
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  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!
  • follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

STAY IN THE LOOP:

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

CONNECT WITH US:

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG and our production team, Dos Catorce®
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS:

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

“be a woman who makes the world better”: LIVE podcast session with Sharifa Murdock & Laura Stylez06 May 202401:07:22

missed us? 🥹 we are BACK baddies, and better than ever 🤎

last month, we had the incredible honor of hosting our very first LIVE podcast session in Brooklyn, NY with none other than Sharifa Murdock & Laura Stylez: two empowering, incredible women paving the way for young women and girls through various initiatives, their live event program series and blossoming community: ENVSN Festival, and across multiple industries including fashion, media, philanthropy, and more. you can watch the full video here, on our YouTube channel (subscribe for our weekly podcast videos!)

during this candid convo, we learn from two moguls: Sharifa Murdock; Chief Visionary Officer of ENVSN Festival and Chief Impact Officer at KITH-and Laura Stylez; the Culture Plug, Music Curator, and co-host at Hot 97 Radio. Together, we open up honest dialogue about career, financial anxiety, mentorship, sisterhood, motherhood and most importantly, leaving your legacy for the next generation.

this premiere event was brought to you by Dos Catorce® production co., and supported by our gifting sponsors:

ALMAY

Boxed Water

Brown Girl Jane

GEM (use code: SADDIEBADDIES for 50% off your next order!)

Inside Then Out

Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez

Recess

timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

03:05 Taking Risks and Carving Your Own Path

09:33 Confidence and Believing in Yourself

12:39 The Power of Mentorship

22:16 Financial Anxiety and Responsibility

26:45 The Importance of Friendship

29:45 Staying Current and Evolving

31:46 Celebrating Individuality

34:46 Helping Others and Building Community

38:06 Learning from Others and Embracing Growth

37:36 Building a Legacy and Creating a Safe Space

43:02 Balancing Multiple Roles: Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

disclaimer: due to the nature of the live recording, we regret to inform you that the original audio files for this episode were compromised during production. as a result, the audio quality may not meet our usual standards. we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we appreciate your understanding.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG and our production team, Dos Catorce®
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

the art of letting go: releasing attachments, embracing change and setting new intentions29 Feb 202400:38:31

true change happens outside of your comfort zone, baddie.

this week, we’re diving into the art of letting go: releasing attachments, embracing change and setting new intentions for the season ahead. we’re in the last stretch of winter (at least on the east coast), and with spring on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what you’re releasing, accepting and embracing change with open arms, and what intentions you’re setting ahead.

this episode is for you if you’re:

  1. feeling stuck in certain areas of your life and seeking guidance on how to break free from limiting patterns or beliefs.
  2. curious about exploring mindfulness practices and rituals for releasing attachments and setting intentions.
  3. ready to embrace change and transition into a new phase of growth and renewal.

if you love this episode, there’s more on that for you:

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

  • check out seasonal soul’s post on embracing winter’s magic
  • follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out
  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

how Black women deal with anxiety, workplace stress and overcoming perfectionism with Dr. Alicia Hodge08 Feb 202400:57:24

ready for a mini therapy sesh baddies?

in this episode of The Soft Life, Dr. Alicia Hodge shares her origin story and educational background in psychology. She discusses the creation of her business, ‘Slay Your Anxiety’, and the intention behind creating this safe space. We also dive into:

  • the difference between anxiety and stress
  • what cognitive distortions are (aka filtered thinking styles), and how neurodivergent baddies can navigate these thought patterns with softness
  • how Black women often face additional barriers to mental health care due to the intersectionality of race, class and gender
  • how anxiety in the workplace can manifest as perfectionism, overachievement, and hypervigilance and more
  • why creating a safe space for mental health and addressing misconceptions about anxiety are crucial for supporting Black women's mental well-being

timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Origin Story 05:12 Educational Background and Career Journey 08:28 Creating Slay Your Anxiety 10:47 Creating a Safe Space for Mental Health 14:09 Understanding Anxiety and Stress 17:35 Exploring Cognitive Distortions 20:23 Misconceptions about Anxiety in Black Women 22:04 Anxiety in the Workplace

download the episode to tune into the convo

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

“be the person you needed when you were younger”: in conversation with Imani Trishawn McGee-Stafford18 Jan 202400:53:30

today we have the honor of speaking with our guest, Imani McGee-Stafford (she/her): professional athlete, lawyer, model, poet, and global mental health advocate. in this podcast episode, Imani shares her present state of mind, origin story, and the inspiration behind her impactful mental health advocacy work as well as her nonlinear professional and personal healing journey. from her deep connection with basketball to graduating from recently graduating law school, Imani reflects on the evolution of her journey. In this episode, Imani shares:

  1. how she handles her own mental health on and off the court, healing her experience with childhood trauma, and living with bipolar disorder.
  2. her strategies for balancing self-care in a hectic schedule, and a glimpse into her morning and night routines.
  3. her mental health awareness advocacy, self-discovery, and the invaluable wisdom Imani imparts to her younger self.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

  • follow Imani Trishawn McGee-Stafford on all of her socials
  • follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out
  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

how to know when it’s time to quit + pivot, and starting the year softly04 Jan 202400:36:01

happy 2024 baddies! we’re starting the year softly and leaning into what our intuition is showing + telling us what to embrace this season- including when and what to quit and pivot. quitting gets such a bad rep, but is it really so bad when it can unveil a new, more aligned outcome? in this episode we dive into the art of quitting and pivoting and discuss:

  1. how to know when it’s time to quit and why quitting isn’t always a bad idea
  2. pivoting with ease and learning to carve out your own lane and embrace the unknown
  3. how to start the year softly despite the #hustleculture norms

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

getting back on track with your goals after falling off, finding your ‘ikigai’ and rediscovering your “why”30 Nov 202300:36:04

buckle up baddies, we’re getting back on the saddle after falling tf off.

if you’ve been in a slump lately, believe us when we tell you you’re not alone. this year has been incredibly challenging for so many of us (for obvious reasons), but even moreso- when we’ve gotten thrown off our rhythm, it can make us spiral into not taking any inspired actions or baby steps towards our goals. in this relatable and real af episode, we discuss:

  1. navigating challenges, overcoming slumps and normalizing the post-holiday dip in motivation
  2. managing the year-end pressure to “finish the year off strong” and the inevitable Q4 rat race
  3. rediscovering your purpose, exploring your “ikigai”, and remembering your why

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

  • check out our post on monthly resets and so much more here
  • follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out
  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com!

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

Are We Living in a Dystopia? Transmuting Anger into Action, Cognitive Dissonance + Community Care16 Nov 202300:37:22

no you’re not crazy for thinking we’re probably living in a dystopia. we’re starting with an emotional pulse check first, and diving deep into how we can unpack cognitive dissonance and move through feelings of anger and hopelessness into tangible action items that initiate change. the collective efforts for liberation cannot be done in silos, and it takes every single one of us to recognize our role in social and justice movements worldwide.

in this episode we share:

  1. how to recognize cognitive dissonance and reconcile with a conflicting value/belief system
  2. how to transmute feelings of anger and hopelessness into action
  3. community care and self care from a decolonial perspective

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

Radical Mental Health Care with N. Oumou Sylla, LMFT, M.A.02 Nov 202301:00:54

meet Oumou (@connectwithoumou): the badass, queer, Muslim, Senegalese therapist radicalizing mental health first aid worldwide. Oumou (she/they) is a multi-hyphenate polycreative - therapist, coach, disruptor, zinester, writer, speaker, consultant and facilitator of spaces for radical learning. Oumou is a two-time graduate of Syracuse University and former adjunct professor of the same school. they are the creator of RMHFA, a workshop that is slowly but surely changing the care and mental health landscape.

in this episode with @connectwithoumou, Oumou shares:

  1. how the intersectionality of race, class, gender and culture impacts global and local mental health care ✍🏾
  2. defining and creating radical mental health first aide (RMHFA), how to recognize burnout, designing ‘a bid for care’, and exploring culturally relevant healing tools and practices 🤲🏾
  3. what the future of accessible and transformative mental health care and community care will look like from Oumou’s POV🫶🏾

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

“From City Girl to Country Girl” Dominique Webb: CEO of Cult Creative Agency & Cult Farms05 Oct 202301:04:33

Today we have none other than Dominique Webb, aka “@FairyBrandMuva_” and CEO of Cult Creative Agency: a remote brand design agency and marketing consultancy for WOC-owned brands. Dominique has has worked with many well-known brands such as Fenty Corporation by Rihanna, Issa Rae, SKIMS, Netflix and HBO Max. In addition to her work at Cult Creative Agency, Dominique is also one of 13,000 Black women farmers and uses her spare time to revitalize and expand her farm in Tennessee, Cult Farms. In this episode, we share:

  1. Dominique’s nonlinear, nontraditional journey into building @cultcreativeagency_, one of the most coveted digital brand agencies from scratch
  2. How rejection became redirection and why starting over is a blessing in disguise
  3. What it’s like running a digital brand agency AND a farm, while navigating womanhood in your 30s.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes

CONNECT WITH US

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

WTF is a Morning Menu? Creating a Morning and Night Routine That Actually Sticks21 Sep 202300:44:26

the “i’m not a morning person” to morning menu lover pipeline...let’s discuss. having a solid morning and night routine is the cheat code to having a calm day baddie, and it’s an investment in your peace. now is the perfect time to reset our routines and habits, especially with summer ending and all of us heading towards the end of the year. if you’re bombarded with self care and productivity advice, but still don’t know where to start? in this episode we share:

  1. what the benefits are of a morning and night routine 🧐
  2. how to create your own “morning menu” and finding a mini-system that actually sticks 🙃
  3. simple and effective feel-good habits and steps to include in your routine, based on the four pillars of self care (for us, by us!)✨

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

STAY IN THE LOOP

  • stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:
  • find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies
  • join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com
  • follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!
  • watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel

CONNECT

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

how to tell the difference between your intuition and anxiety08 Jul 202400:28:57

is it your intuition or your anxiety, baddie?

in this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into understanding the difference between these two powerful forces. our intuition is that inner knowing, a calm and clear feeling that guides you without needing proof. we’ll share insight on letting your intuition lead, like silencing jaded voices, taking sacred pauses to connect with Source, truly knowing yourself, and trusting your own vibes without seeking others’ opinions. you’ll hear:

  • how to trust your inner voice: you’ll learn to distinguish between the calm clarity of intuition and the fear-based noise of anxiety.
  • sacred pauses: how regularly connecting with Source can help you identify signs and intuitive insights more apparent.
  • self-trust: by developing deep self-awareness and confidence through spending time alone and with supportive communities, you can start valuing your own judgment over others’ opinions.

     

  • chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Recap 02:38 Topic Introduction: Distinguishing Intuition and Anxiety 08:47 Traits of Intuition and Anxiety 12:09 Differences in Approach: Intuition vs. Anxiety 15:52 Negative Thinking and Physical Symptoms of Anxiety 22:29 Stop Seeking Others' Opinions Constantly 25:21 Knowing Yourself and Building Trust 27:41 Conclusion and Encouragement

TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®:

  • you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel
  • follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out
  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!
  • follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

STAY IN THE LOOP:

stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

CONNECT WITH US:

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG and our production team, Dos Catorce®
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS:

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

Developing a Growth Mindset and Challenging Limiting Beliefs07 Sep 202300:37:54

No one has time for limiting beliefs, baddie. They absorb our time, energy, and worst of all- our mental space. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into developing a growth mindset and challenging our limiting beliefs that hold us back from reaching our untapped potential.

  1. what the difference is between having a growth mindset and just internalized capitalism (aka, #grindculture) 🧐
  2. how to address our limiting beliefs and replace them with more positive self-talk 🙃
  3. the six characteristics of having a growth mindset aka #baddiebrain ✨

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com!
  • recap of our in-person event from last night in NYC right here; sponsored by the Black Google Network NYC
  • check out our ENVSN Festival recap, powered by our friends at Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez

STAY IN THE LOOP

  • stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:
  • find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies
  • join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com
  • follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

CONNECT

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

We Launched Our First Product! and How to Overcome Analysis Paralysis and Overthinking31 Aug 202300:35:59

Welcome back baddies, we're officially kicking off season 5! We’ve missed y’all so MUCH and we have soooo much to update you on! First and foremost, our official FIRST PRODUCT is now live on our website! “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” contains over 60 pages designed to help you discover self-care routines that actually fit your fast-paced life. Designed to be completed within 8 weeks, this self-care guide encourages you to take simple, practical steps through introspection and awareness to deepen your self-discovery and healing journey.

For the rest of this episode, we focus on analysis paralysis: aka living in limbo when you’re bombarded with choices. In this episode, we touch on:

  1. what analysis paralysis actually is and what’s actually happening underneath the surface 🧐
  2. how to stop overthinking so you can take steps toward inspired action 🙃
  3. how to overcome living in limbo and practical ways to shake up that stagnant energy and move forward ✨

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com!
  • RSVP for our in-person event next week, Wednesday, September 6 in NYC right here; sponsored by the Black Google Network NYC
  • check out our ENVSN Festival recap, powered by our friends at Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez

STAY IN THE LOOP

  • stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:
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  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

Human Design, Dealing with Breakups, Toxic Jobs, and How to Feel Like a Baddie Again: Season 4 Finale (Listener’s Q&A)07 Jul 202301:07:15

this one’s for you, baddie. in this season 4 finale, we take all of your questions and advice requests directly from you and answer them thoughtfully and honestly. we dive deep into the complexities of self-love, relationships, and growth and this special listener's episode is dedicated to celebrating your self-awareness on your journey towards softness, ease and compassion. from questions about human design to friendship breakups and toxic jobs, we respond to it all.

thank you for a beautiful season, thank you for listening, and thank you for being here. stay soft, baddies!

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

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CREDITS

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

audio by: Eduay Peña

Living Alone Diaries: Self Care for the Twenty-Something with Amani Rakeia29 Jun 202300:55:04

Amani Rakeia (@amanirakeia, she/her) aka your favorite comfort YouTuber, gets up close and personal with us during this week’s guest episode. Amani is a digital content creator, storyteller, former Rare Beauty and Aritzia community & social media manager, and most importantly, a woman creating the life she loves, on her own terms. Whether she’s perfecting a new matcha latte recipe at home or getting vulnerable and honest about dealing with loneliness, dating, finding your people in a new city and navigating adulthood in your 20s, Amani is a truth-teller throughout her journey and she continues to beautifully share with her online (and offline) community. In this heartfelt convo, Amani shares:

  1. How she navigated a non-linear journey from her previous corporate girlie career path to now living as a full time freelance digital creator
  2. How moving to across the country and starting over shifted her perspective on dating, friendships, loneliness and what self-care has taught her
  3. What ease, softness and balance look and feel like to her during this era of her 20s

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Connect with our guest, Amani Rakeia, on her socials @amanirakeia

Subscribe to Amani’s Living Alone Diaries on YouTube to follow along her journey

Check out our post on dealing with loneliness

STAY IN THE LOOP

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CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

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CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Ummm, Am I the Drama??? How to Use Accountability and Self-Awareness as a Tool for Growth22 Jun 202300:34:41

Buckle up baddies, we’re taking accountability for our actions to deepen our relationships and self awareness. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “am I the problem??” this one’s for you. No one is perfect, and we’d be lying if we said we never questioned our own contribution in causing the “drama” that happens naturally within our relationship dynamics and community.

In this week’s episode, we discuss:

  1. How to tell if you might need to practice more accountability and self-awareness
  2. Why weaponizing “therapy speak” can be a pitfall for our personal growth
  3. How to start doing “the work” or deepen our commitment to our healing journey by choosing culturally relevant healing tools, teachers, and guides

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Grab your free journal prompts by signing up for our newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Healing the Inner Child through Community, Self-Love and Softness with Kendra Austin15 Jun 202301:08:46

Kendra Austin (she/her), aka @kendramorous, aka the iconic host of the Steve Harvey themed-party in NYC (to bring in the good weather, obvi)- is a queer model, writer, and community builder. She’s also the founder of “Third Cup”: a collective dinner party for women and femmes healing through friendship in NYC and the creator of “The Realest Oracle Deck”. Kendra is on a journey of radical softness, wander & wonder, connection through intentional relationships, community and exploring her creativity without bounds.

In this episode we discuss:

  1. How Kendra healing her inner child led her to finding freedom, exploration and a profound sense of self-discovery.
  2. How finding intentional community and platonic love is a salve for all we need.
  3. What self-care, self-love, and self-preservation means right now, in her own words.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Connect with our guest, Kendra Austin on socials @kendramorous

Pre-order Kendra’s deck, “The Realest Oracle Deck” here or here

Join Kendra’s community space, Third Cup here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Confronting the Comparison Trap and Navigating Jealousy08 Jun 202300:29:31

In this episode, we delve into confronting the comparison trap in the age of likes, comments and retweets. We explore the nuances of comparison and discuss strategies for navigating jealousy in various aspects of life in your romantic relationships, friendships, family dynamics as well as social networks and career. We’re diving deep into the influence of social media and societal pressures and share practical tips for cultivating self-compassion and embracing personal growth.

In this episode we discuss:

  1. Insights and guidance to help you confront the comparison trap with clarity and confidence
  2. Practical strategies for navigating jealousy in different areas of life, including romantic relationships, friendships, family dynamics, social networks, and career.
  3. Actionable steps for cultivating self-compassion and embracing personal growth as essential tools to overcome the comparison trap and address feelings of jealousy effectively.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Check out our collaboration with Apple Podcasts in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month!

Watch our mini video essay: “Staying in Your Own Lane” here

Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Five Ways to Prep For Your Monthly Reset30 May 202300:24:03

In this new weekly bonus episode of The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies, we share our top 5 tips for doing a monthly reset. These practical tips cover various aspects of life, including finances, personal goals, environmental organization, physical well-being, and spiritual growth. By doing a monthly reset practice, you can prep yourself for a more focused and aligned new month.

In this episode we discuss:

  1. The goal and benefits of doing a monthly reset, even if you’ve never tried one before
  2. How to track and review expenses to improve your financial well-being, as well as practical techniques for setting personal goals and intentions to align your actions with your values and aspirations.
  3. Strategies for creating an organized and harmonious environment by decluttering spaces, incorporating healthy eating and self-care rituals, as well as nurturing your spiritual growth through mindfulness, gratitude, and connecting with your community.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Check out our collaboration with Apple Podcasts in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month!

Check out our list of 5 things to let go of before the new month starts

Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies

Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

ONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

“The Ground Can Be a Pillow”- Emotional Intelligence, Education, and Softness with Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell11 May 202300:53:40

This week, we have the incredible honor of speaking with educator, professor, entrepreneur and community leader: Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell. Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell is a Harlem, NY native, Morgan State University and John Hopkins University alumna and author of “Soundless Cries Don’t Lead to Healing: A Critical Thinking Guide to Cultural Consciousness.” Above being an avid reader, writer, creator, educator, and mental-health advocate Valenciá is a symbol of liberation who plans to continue innovating in education, from her heart to the world, for years to come.

In this amazing episode we discuss:

  1. Valenciá’s origin story as an early childhood educator to her current role as a professor at Morgan State University.
  2. How teaching emotional intelligence and self-management to youth is the foundation of generational healing.
  3. What “the ground can be a pillow” means as a symbol of resilience and softness.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Stay connected with Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell through her website and IG

Tap into Valenciá’s platform, Critical Literacy online to check out her reading list!

Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Getting Unstuck: Taking Inspired Action vs. Goal Setting04 May 202300:54:26

We're back with another episode of The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies! In this episode, we talk about feeling "stuck" and the difference between inspired action and goal setting. We share practical tips and strategies for using inspired action to move past feeling stuck, including how to tune into intuition, set meaningful goals, and surround oneself with inspiration.

Whether you're feeling unmotivated in your personal or professional life, this episode is for you! Tune in and start taking inspired action today!

This episode is for you if you:

  1. Have been feeling stuck in life and you’re ready to get unstuck and move past stagnant, “idk where to start” energy
  2. Are curious about the difference between inspired action and goal setting, and which method applies to you and your needs right now
  3. Want practical tips for tapping into your intuition, taking small steps towards meaningful goals, cultivating a growth mindset, and surrounding yourself with inspiration to help you get unstuck and move closer to your soft life.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Check out our collaboration with Zando Projects on Liv Little’s debut novel, ROSEWATER!

Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here

Tune into our convo on The Being Black podcast with Camille Smith

STAY IN THE LOOP

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CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Alex Wolf: on the power of in-person connections, creativity, and embracing softness as strength01 Jul 202400:38:47

in this week’s guest episode, we welcome Alex Wolf: author, pole artist, and creative entrepreneur. Alex has redefined the fusion of artistic expression and entrepreneurial success. growing up in Brooklyn and later immersing herself in the Bay Area tech scene, she founded and sold the 7-figure company Boss Babe Inc. by age 25. some of her previous clients include Apple, Snap, and Dropbox and more.

in 2019, Alex self-funded the mini-documentary "Attention for Sale" and authored the bestselling creative marketing book "Resonate,” which solidified her position as a thought leader, tech-philosopher and innovator in the tech and social media industry. her podcast, "The Alex Wolf Podcast," is known for its insightful discussions on innovation, culture, and philosophy.

now based in Miami, Alex continues to evolve as a creative entrepreneur and artist. in this episode, we discuss the power of in-person connections, creativity, and embracing softness as strength and more.

FOLLOW ALEX WOLF:

https://www.youtube.com/@AlexWolfChannel

https://www.alexwolf.co/

https://www.instagram.com/alexwolf

buy her bestselling book, Resonate: For Anyone Who Wants to Build an Audience

watch her documentary, Attention for Sale on the cultural effects on the attention economy.

TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®:

  • you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel
  • follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out
  • download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order!

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CONNECT WITH US:

  • have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!
  • stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG and our production team, Dos Catorce®
  • if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS:

host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies®

produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.

Empaths, Unlearning People Pleasing and Setting Boundaries28 Mar 202300:48:00

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era.

Recovering people pleasers, unite! Today's topic is all about people pleasing - prioritizing others' desires, needs, and opinions over one's own, often at the cost of one's well-being or values. Here, we’ll be sharing signs and patterns of this behavior, its negative effects, and how it differs from being empathetic. We’re also talking about practical tips for setting boundaries and self-care, such as saying "no" firmly, avoiding over-explaining, and celebrating successes.

This episode is for you if:

  1. you find yourself constantly putting others' needs and desires before your own
  2. you’re struggling to say "no," and feeling overwhelmed and drained as a result
  3. you're ready to learn how to set healthy boundaries, prioritize self-care, and develop a stronger sense of self rooted in awareness and compassion

ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS

Check out our post on people pleasing right here

Learn more about setting boundaries as well as other mental & emotional health info here

Tune into last week’s episode here

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CONNECT

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Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

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CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Audio by: Eduay Peña

Your 2023 Glow Up Guide: Health & Wellness Routines, Mindset and Practices21 Mar 202300:50:02

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era.

It's the perfect time to start something new, reset and refresh your mindset, routines, and practices to help you thrive this year, baddie. If you're ready to embrace change, let go of the past, and tired of feeling stagnant tune into this episode and learn how to take baby steps and create a plan that works for you while holding yourself accountable.

This episode is for you if:

  1. You’re ready to reset and refresh your mindset, routines, and practices to help you thrive this year, all rooted in self-awareness and compassion ✨
  2. Want to take baby steps and create a plan that works for you while holding yourself accountable 👩🏾‍💻
  3. Are holding onto the Chipotle receipts at the bottom of your tote bag from 2021 🤭

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EPISODE LINKS

Check out our feature in ESSENCE about The Soft Life (also in print!) as well as Taking a Sabbatical

Check out the Huberman Lab podcast episode about the effects of alcohol on the mind & body

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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Website and newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Mixing & Engineering by: Eduay Peña

Sounds by: Eduay Peña

Building Your Personal Brand & Authenticity as a Creator15 Mar 202301:05:42

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era.

Building your own personal brand is key to making it professionally/creatively and feeling good about yourself. To make your personal brand really stick, you have to know what makes you unique, know who you're talking to, and how to create a consistent brand message across all channels. By being yourself, but staying open to learning and adapting, you'll be be able to develop your personal and professional goals and building a like-minded community.

In this episode, we’ll discuss:

  1. What exactly a personal brand is and how you can leverage it and develop positive outcomes
  2. How to develop your brand identity, including choosing a name, logo, visual style, creating a consistent brand voice and tone, and choosing the right platforms for your personal brand
  3. Case studies on who baddies (like Princess Ice Spice 🧊) who’ve nailed building their own personal brands down to a science, and takeaways on how to apply these lessons to yourself

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EPISODE LINKS

Check out our feature in ESSENCE about The Soft Life (also in print!) as well as Taking a Sabbatical

Listen to our episode with Ri Turner, founder of For the Healthy Hoes podcast here

Check out Alex Wolf, tech philosopher, entrepreneur and “the girl who made business pink” 💕 here

STAY IN THE LOOP

You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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Website and newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Mixing & Engineering by: Eduay Peña

Sounds by: Eduay Peña

Unlearning Perfectionism: Embracing Imperfection07 Mar 202300:38:53

Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can drive us to achieve great things and set high standards for ourselves. On the other hand, it can also lead to burnout, self-doubt, and a constant feeling of never being good enough. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the roots of perfectionism, how it manifests in different areas of our lives, and the ways in which it can hold us back.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

  1. The benefits of embracing imperfection, such as increased creativity, resilience, and self-compassion.
  2. Practical strategies for unlearning perfectionism, such as reframing negative self-talk, setting realistic goals, and practicing self-care.
  3. Tips for the recovering perfectionist and how embracing imperfection can lead you to personal freedom.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EPISODE LINKS

Check out our feature on The Foster’d Podcast with Angell Foster where we discuss sober curiosity, anxiety, asking for help and what is the soft life actually?

Download our guest episode on Chats with Cat where we’re getting real with mental health and embracing your flop era

Read our post on perfectionism here

RSVP for our panel discussion with The Webby Awards x Omidyar Network virtual event TODAY Tuesday, March 7!

 

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You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes:

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Website and newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

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CONNECT

Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG!

Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG

Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify!

 

CREDITS

Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH

Mixing & Engineering by: Eduay Peña

Sounds by: Eduay Peña

‘But You Don’t Look Sad’- High Functioning Depression in Black Women28 Feb 202300:47:05

Just because you carry the load well doesn’t mean it’s not heavy baddie. Too many Black women and women of color are disregarded in the clinical and social conversation on depression until something tragic happens. This episode leans into the shadows of what ‘high-functioning’ depression is, signs, and resources to help you or someone you love.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What ‘high-functioning’ depression is and how it’s different than sadness
  2. The way ‘high-functioning’ depression shows up specifically in Black women and signs it’s time to ask for help
  3. Resources and community & self care tools available to you or someone you love

STAY IN THE LOOP

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Website and newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com

Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EPISODE LINKS

RSVP for our panel discussion with The Webby Awards x Omidyar Network virtual event next Tuesday, March 7!

Check out our article on Sustainable Baddie by Natasha Lopez

Check out our topic on high-functioning depression and mental health resources

Article on depression in Black women

 

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‘Don’t Touch My Hair’:Dealing with Microaggressions21 Feb 202300:43:01

The thing about microaggressions, especially when you deal with them often as a Black person or a person of color, is that they feel like a slap in the face. They’re triggering, they make you question your self worth, they can reignite feelings of imposter syndrome and self doubt. But if you’ve dealt with or are currently dealing with handling a microaggression, you’re not alone.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What exactly microaggressions are and key examples of each type
  2. How to respond to microaggressions with ease
  3. Emotional and spiritual aftercare when dealing with a microaggression

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Love Languages for Yourself, Loved Ones and Lovers14 Feb 202300:33:30

Happy Lover’s Day baddies! Today we’re diving deep into each of the six love languages and how they can guide us to developing healthy relationships. Understanding what your love language is can provide more understanding, quality, clarity and closeness between you and your partner(s). Knowing your love language can potentially improve the connections we share with others, and help us to build healthier dynamics throughout our lives.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What the 6 love languages are and examples of each one
  2. How to incorporate each love language with yourself, your loved ones and lovers
  3. How knowing and understanding our love languages can help us deepen our connections

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Bonus! Podcast Swap with Black Girl Flow: Boundaries 10109 Feb 202300:23:18

BONUS episode alert! 🚨

This week, we have a super special addition: our podcast swap with our favs, Black Girl Flow!

Consider this a boundaries 101 course, as Liv & Lex unpack what it even means to protect your peace and have healthy boundaries. Liv & Lex talk about what they have learned about establishing boundaries and how they maintain healthy boundaries to support their relationships. They also chat about what we often get wrong about establishing boundaries and how they might actually be a tool for cultivating healthy and sustainable relationships.

About Black Girl Flow:

Liv & Lex started our podcast in 2019, to give voice to the un-edited up’s and downs of adulthood. Over the years, they’ve cultivated a space dedicated to creating conversation that pushes us to be in alignment and at peace with ourselves and the world around them. They are about cultivating a community of women grounded in joy, growth, and success in their life, love, and identity.

 

Follow Black Girl Flow on IG, TikTok, Spotify and Apple for weekly updates

Listen to our podcast swap with them on Spotify and Apple about lucky girl syndrome

 

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Creative Integrity, Comparison and Clout Chasing08 Feb 202300:58:45

This one’s dedicated to all our creative baddies. For some of us, creativity is our lifeline and has helped us through some of the darkest moments in our life. While there’s tons of tips, tricks and hacks about being a creative and embracing the creative process- one thing that often goes unsaid is some of our own pitfalls when approaching creativity as a lifelong practice and commitment. Whether you’re a full fledged artist, creative entrepreneur, or just starting out on your path- there’s a gem (…or two, or three) in here for you to take away.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What creative integrity is, as explained best by our friends over at @jallohstudios
  2. How to deal with constant comparison, competition and clout chasing as a creative and stay in your own lane
  3. Practical ways you can embrace creativity as a guide to learning and deepening your relationship with yourself and the world around you

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Check out Jalloh Studios’ incredible topic on creative integrity

Check out some of our other creative hubs and platforms like The Cirri, Cult Creative Agency and Saint Heron

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Nurturing and Healing Your Inner Child & Teen31 Jan 202300:47:10

The inner child and teen is the part of ourselves that we tend to neglect as we mature. It’s the innate, youthful nature in us that often we “outgrow” as life, trauma, and challenges occur in our lives. As we become inundated with responsibilities, expectations, and unrealistic standards from society- our inner child can be harder to recognize and embrace as we get older. What was before a vivid representation of your lightheartedness and joy can develop into just a shadow of that version of ourselves.

Through this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. Who and what your inner child and inner teen is
  2. How to connect, listen to and start to heal the younger version of ourselves
  3. Affirmations, exercises and journal prompts (via our newsletter!) on inner child & inner teen healing

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balancing a 9-5 while still chasing BIG dreams + sustainable entrepreneurship25 Jun 202400:46:25

juggling a 9-5 while building a business with BIG dreams is a balancing act, to say the least 🙃

this one’s for the creatives, solopreneurs, small business owners, and everyone in-between.

in this week’s episode, we’re chatting sustainable entrepreneurship and the challenges of balancing a nine-to-five job with chasing big dreams. it’s essential to recognize that some of us are indeed in that liminal space in the middle, working a full-time job while building a business, and they both have their pros and cons (like freedom over your schedule vs. the illusion of job security). and of course, you’ll hear from our host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH on her own journey of being a creative entrepreneur, as well as valuable resources and related episodes to support you on your own journey.

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Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Dealing with Liminal Spaces24 Jan 202300:45:17

This week’s episode is all about existing in a liminal space, aka that (not so) sweet spot between what was and what’s next. Transitions or liminal spaces can do a number on us sometimes, because there’s so much in the unknown that we can’t control. But what if we embraced liminal spaces with curiosity, acceptance and softness? How much easier would it be to just get through it?

Through this juicy convo, in this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What a liminal space is and how it affects us mentally and emotionally
  2. How to deal with tough transitions and moments of discomfort with softness
  3. What to do if you’re currently in a liminal space and looking to develop an exit strategy

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Learn more about being in a liminal space here

 

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Lucky Girl Syndrome: Manifestation, Affirmations and Rewriting Your Narrative16 Jan 202301:00:35

If you haven’t heard about the current trend of #luckygirlsyndrome, consider this a run down of what everyone and their mom seems to be fascinated by lately (aka repackaged law of assumption). From learning how to write out affirmations in some of my darkest moments and eras to being shocked by the synchrocities and mysteries of the universe, I’ve learned that manifestation is a tool and luck isn’t as far fetched as it seems.

Through this juicy convo, in this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What lucky girl syndrome is and how you can adapt (the healthy) parts of it into your life
  2. How to unlearn negative self talk and rewrite your own narrative
  3. Positive affirmations I’ve used in my own life and using manifestation as a tool for self actualization

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Embracing Your Flop Era (Season Two Finale)09 Jan 202300:51:14

Your girl (Priscilla), is no stranger to a flop era. In fact, I’d like to even think of myself as pro-flop era because as a recovering perfectionist, failure and rejection have transformed me and allowed me to embrace radical acceptance. From being laid off for the first time last year to TRIPLE failing organic chemistry in college, I’ve seen it all. Consider this episode the opposite of an IG 2022 recap reel.

Through this juicy convo, in this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What a flop era looks and feels like firsthand from a career, education and personal perspective
  2. Why rejection is actually good for you and how it can bring out the best in you
  3. What to do if you’re dealing with a loss, rejection or failure and how to pivot with ease

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Rewilding, Slow Living, and Holistic Healing with Hillarie Maddox19 Dec 202200:50:19

When was the last time you thought about your relationship with nature? Have you ever had the urge to pack everything up in storage, rent a U-Haul, and live off the grid? Maybe even get into farming? 👩🏾‍🌾 I don’t think there’s anyone better to share this other than Hillarie Maddox, founder of @BlackGirlCountryLiving.

This week’s episode is all about rewilding, slow living and holistic healing with Hillarie Maddox. She left the city for life in the country, fell in love with nature, and found deep healing in the process, which she shares on her platform Black Girl Country Living. Now she is helping others explore their relationship with nature, themselves, and the earth through her writing and upcoming workshops.

Through our candid convo, in this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What slow and country living is and how to incorporate it even if you’re in a buzzing city
  2. How to find and build a community and support system despite uprooting to a new environment
  3. Holistic healing through rewilding and reconnecting with nature

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Living in Sync with Your Menstrual Cycle with Naam Bachmayer13 Dec 202200:50:50

You don’t realize how much stigma there is surrounding menstrual health until you start wondering why there’s still so much shame, confusion and plain ole’ ignorance when it comes to our natural menstrual cycles and hormonal phases. So, who better than to shed light on the topic of cyclical living other than, Naam Bachmayer- aka @TheCyclicalCoach!

Naam (she/her) is a certified Menstrual Cycle Coach, Functional Hormone Specialist and Cookbook Author. Her mission is to empower you to balance period pain, PMS & irregular cycles and help you to connect to the power of your period with Cyclical Living & Mind-Body-Soul Nourishment. As a Thai-German, queer woman, she creates an inclusive space on her Instagram & TikTok for BIPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ and offers intimate 121 Coaching, deep dive Workshops & more.

Through our candid convo, in this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. What cyclical living is and how it applies to you
  2. How to live, eat and exist with your menstrual cycle instead of fighting against it
  3. Accessible and helpful resources such as Naam’s cycle-conscious cookbook, Nourish Your Cycle and more to help you start your cyclical living journey

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Four Ways to Conserve & Manage Your Energy06 Dec 202200:52:10

Feeling drained? Today’s episode is all about conserving and managing your energy levels- something a lot of us have been struggling with this season (and maybe even all year). In this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. The 4 ways you can naturally tap into your internal energy source
  2. The importance of rest and recovery for our mind and body
  3. How developing a solid morning and night routine can provide us the mental, physical and emotional nourishment we need daily

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Aftershock: Black Maternal Health and the Power of Community with Tonya Lewis Lee14 Nov 202200:39:38

Today we have the incredible honor of speaking to producer, film director, writer, entrepreneur, and women’s health advocate, Tonya Lewis Lee. With the release of her most recent documentary, Aftershock, we dive deep into the film’s impact, the present state and future of Black maternal health, and the inspiring power of community throughout the film and in real life.

Lee has been delivering meaningful content for over twenty years that resonates with marginalized communities and explores the personal impact of social justice issues. Lee’s work includes film and TV features such as The Watsons Go to Birmingham, She’s Gotta Have It which she co-produced with her husband, Spike Lee, as well as Monster. Lee is also an acclaimed author of children’s and young adult books – including best-seller Please, Baby, Please and she founded the premium vitamin supplement brand Movita Organics to foster better health outcomes for women.

 

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Slow Living, Softness & Choosing Ease with Kay Walker07 Nov 202200:35:16

This week’s guest is Kay Walker or better known digitally as @theikonickay. You may have come across her beautifully captured videos and photos on socials or seen her pop up on your Pinterest feed while looking for inspiration. Kay is a digital storyteller, creative and slow-life enthusiast who inspires people to take care of themselves through creating meaningful experiences daily. Kay shares her art of documentation by intentionally slowing down, developing new routines, and highlighting the often overlooked, unnoticed moments in everyday life.

This episode is for you if you’re:

  • curious about slow living and want to know what it is from the lens of a Black women
  • passionate about documenting the beautiful moments in life on your own terms
  • open to embracing a lifestyle that invites freedom and softness while balancing real world expectations

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Check out 4 ways to add softness into your life this month here

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Growing a Digital + IRL Community and Staying in Your Lane01 Nov 202200:47:47

Happy November baddies! We’re diving into a solo episode today brought to you by yours truly, Priscilla. If you’re a creative, new entrepreneur or someone that’s seeking community both online and offline, you know sometimes it can get lonely and confusing along the way- but we got you! This episode is for you if you’re:

  • a creative or content creator looking to start and build your community
  • seeking real, in-person, deep connections with like-minded individuals
  • trying to focus on staying in your own lane and want to learn how to deal with imposter syndrome and comparison

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Wellness from the Inside Out with Ri Turner24 Oct 202200:46:26

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Ri Turner- conscious lifestyle content creator, entrepreneur and founder of the wellness brand, For The Healthy Hoes. As you all know, our wellness journeys are not one-size-fits all, and Ri finds joy in sharing moments of intentional living through her lens and perspective. In this week’s episode we discuss the benefits (and challenges!) of being a full time creative, how to develop your own wellness practices, and how healing from within contributes to our overall mental wellbeing.

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decentering work, quiet quitting and bouncing back after being laid off10 Jun 202400:39:38

is it quiet quitting or are we just finally being realistic about our bandwidth at work? 🫠

in this week’s episode, we dive deep into the concepts of decentering work, quiet quitting, and bouncing back after being laid off. we start by exploring the phenomenon of quiet quitting—what it is, why it happens, and whether it's just a matter of doing what you're paid to do.

we'll share practical tips on how to achieve this by creating a value system independent of your job title, engaging in hobbies, prioritizing self-care, and investing in personal development. and of course, you’ll hear from our host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH on her own journey after being laid off, as well as valuable resources and related episodes to support you on your #corporatebaddie journey.

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Recovering from Food and Body Trauma with Dr. Ebony Butler, PhD17 Oct 202200:46:36

This week’s topic hits home and digs deep into our relationship with food and body image. Unfortunately, many of us have a tumultuous relationship with food/nutrition and our body image and it can be one of the major sources of trauma for a LOT of us. If you can relate, you’ll resonate deeply with this week’s episode with expert, Dr. Ebony Butler, PhD: licensed psychologist, food relationship expert and creator of My Therapy Cards®, the first-ever self-exploration card deck for Black women and other women of color. In this week’s episode we discuss the cultural relevance of food trauma, red flags in our relationship with food and body image, and how we can utilize softness and ease in our healing journey and making peace with ourselves- inside and out.

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Starting Your Healing Journey with Dr. Akua Boateng, PhD, LPC10 Oct 202200:39:20

Have you ever felt lost or stuck as to what step to take on your healing journey? Are you a first time therapy goer or the first person in your family to take the leap and go to therapy? If that sounds anything like you, you’ll resonate with this week’s episode with our lovely guest, Dr. Akua Boateng, PhD, LPC. Dr. Boateng is a sought after mental health and relationship expert specializing in treating anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and other emotional concerns. In this week’s episode she shares her insight on the challenges and successes of first time therapy goers, what some of the cultural and social barriers are to starting therapy, and how to embark on your own healing journey for the first time.

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Generational Healing with Dr. Chanelle Ramsubick, MD03 Oct 202200:52:07

Welcome back baddies! In today’s episode with our very special guest, adult and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Chanelle Ramsubick, MD. Dr. Ramsubick is a second-generation Trinidadian-Canadian who has spent the majority of her career working in Black and brown communities providing mental health care to those who have historically been underserved. During our candid convo, we touch on the family dynamics growing up in an immigrant household, imposter syndrome, generational healing and of course, what softness means personally as a Black woman.

Disclaimer: trigger warning/mention of suicide, self harm, substance use disorder

 

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“Do Nothing Without Intention” (Season One Finale)08 Aug 202200:35:57

And just like that, we’re already at our season one finale! In this episode, we’re sharing our highlights from this season (including over 5,000 downloads and diverse listeners worldwide!), and answering questions live and directly from you, our listeners on building an online community, finding your purpose, and meaningful lessons learned. Our host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH shares her insight on creating with intention, being rooted in your “why” and what’s next for season two of The Soft Life.

Thank you so much for being a part of this space, and we can’t wait to share season two with you in September! Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review so we can continue growing with you.

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