Black Girl Garden

You all have waited long enough, and the wait is finally OVER...Black Girl Garden is BACK! I needed some time to tend to my own garden, but I have returned. I have new ideas and a new approach to this podcast. In this episode, we are going to talk about 5 things you can do if you are aware of behaviors that you need to change, but are confused about how to go about working towards that change. Sit...

Ep. 10 - The Journey to Self: Why Looking Back Isn’t the Answer Pt. 2 Welcome back to The Black Girl Garden ! 🌻 In this follow-up episode, Melody builds on the lessons from Part 1, diving deeper into the practical steps and tools that can guide you on your healing journey. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, pause here, go back to Episode 9, and join us when you’re ready! ✨ This week’s highli...

Ep. 9 - The Journey to Self: Why Looking Back Isn’t the Answer Pt.1 Welcome back to The Black Girl Garden ! 🌻 In this episode, Melody dives into the transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. Reflecting on her own experiences, she explores why looking back to recreate past versions of ourselves isn’t the path to growth and happiness. ✨ This week’s highlights: 🦋 Growth vs. Comfort : W...

Ep. 8 - Silent Nights: Honoring Grief During the Holiday Season In this heartfelt episode of The Black Girl Garden , we’re diving into the complexities of grieving during the holiday season. Host Melody reflects on her personal journey with grief, sharing insights and strategies for navigating the holidays while honoring the memory of loved ones. ✨ This week’s highlights: 🌻 The duality of joy an...

Ep. 7 - Level Up, Sis: Standards Over Expectations Every Time In this episode of The Black Girl Garden , we’re talking about leveling up by creating and maintaining standards in our lives—especially in dating. Host Melody breaks down the difference between standards and expectations, sharing why holding yourself accountable to your standards is key to cultivating healthy relationships. ✨ This wee...

Ep. 6 - From People Pleasing to Peace Keeping This week in The Black Girl Garden , we’re talking about boundaries—setting them, keeping them, and respecting them. As a recovering people pleaser, host Melody opens up about her journey to protect her peace and prioritize self-care. Tune in as we explore: 🌿 Why setting boundaries is easier than sticking to them. 🌿 How to handle people who struggle...

Ep. 6 – Surviving the Seasons In this episode of Black Girl Garden , host Melody opens up about a topic many of us can relate to as the colder months approach—seasonal depression. Sharing her own experiences and struggles, she provides valuable tips on how to survive and thrive during the darker days. From staying active, picking up new hobbies, and journaling, to the importance of sunlight and se...

Episode Description for Ep. 4 - R&R (Reflection and Recognition): In this week's episode of The Black Girl Garden , Melody takes a moment to celebrate growth and acknowledge the progress we've made on our healing journeys. After focusing on the challenges of grief in previous episodes, it's time to pause and give ourselves the credit we deserve. Melody shares her personal experienc...

Summary In this episode, Melody discusses the tendency to hide our pain and discomfort behind a mask of fake smiles. She emphasizes the importance of allowing ourselves to feel our true emotions and not suppressing them. Melody shares personal examples of how being authentic and vulnerable can build connections with others. She also highlights the negative effects of constantly faking happiness an...

Episode Title: Finding Your New Normal Welcome to the Black Girl Garden! Join us in a nurturing community where Black girls and women can heal, grow, learn, and love. I'm your host, Melody, and while I’m not a therapist, I hope that by sharing my experiences, I can help at least one of you out there. In Today's Episode: Introduction to Topic: - Host Melody discusses the challenging journey...

Welcome to the Black Girl Garden! In this community, Black girls and women can come together to heal, grow, learn, and love. I'm your host, Melody, and I am excited to share my experiences and insights with you. Remember, I am not a therapist, but I hope that my stories and thoughts can help at least one of you out there. In Today's Episode: - We dive into the topic of grief, exploring its definit...