Inspire By O’Nika

In this episode I will talk about those overused phrases and sayings. Some of them don't make sense as they don't relate to the context. Instead of these phrases, I will give suggestions of other ways to say the same thing. Which of these phrases do you use often? 😁 Thank you for tuning in! ♥️ Leave a like if you enjoyed the episode. Share with a friend and leave a comment with your favorite phra...

Pretty privilege is when people receive special preference and treatment.  Receiving concessions over others just due to their outward appearance, their level of attractiveness.   It does exist and happens often.  Do you think it is right?  Leave a comment and let us know your opinion on the subject.  Thank you for tuning in. I🙏🏽💕 If you enjoyed the episode, leave a like, share and follow.    

I Done Told You! is a short story about knocking before entering a room. You might just be in for the shock of your life if you just walk in. To view the written version, visit my blog at www.inspirebyonika.com. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, leave a like, share and subscribe. You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Spotify. Stay tuned for more epi...

It's #8 of the Get Your Laugh On series. 😁 Today's episode is about superstitions. Do you believe in any superstitions, if so which ones? Ancient beliefs bring about caution, when it comes to certain actions. Have a laugh and share some of the things you believe are true. Thank you for tuning in! Before you go, like, share and subscribe. 😊

In this episode, you will find suggestions for getting out of the replay loop. Ways to help us grow, learn and evolve. I hope you found this episode useful. As always, thank you for listening! If you enjoyed the content, like, share with friends and loved ones and subscribe. You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Spotify. Image credit: Mary1826 on Pixabay

Welcome poetry lovers!  In this episode, Urban Renewal on Display I will talk about gentrification.  The fact that when buildings and homes are demolished, families are displaced.  This causes hardships for many.  Is there some kind of middle ground or is it all about the money?  Thank you for tuning in.  If you enjoyed the episode, like, share and subscribe. 🙏💕 For the written version of the po...

Welcome to part 7 in the Get Your Laugh On series. Funny stories about hair, movie going and cars  await. Like, share and subscribe if you enjoyed the episode. Thank you for tuning in. You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean App, You Tube and Listen Notes.

Colorism or same-race discrimination has occurred for many, many years. My question is  whether or not we can put an end to it? Why do we do it? It has no positive outcome to judge a group of people just based on their skin tone. I would love to hear your take on the subject. Leave a comment, it share an experience that you may have had. Thank you for listening! Leave a like, share and subscribe....

The Door is Open. Why Don't You Come? is part 6 in the Poetry Flip series. It is about how we fill ourselves spiritually, physically, and mentally. The small things we do really help us in the long run to maintain. Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode leave a like, share with others and subscribe! You can find the written version of this poem on my blog by visiting inspirebyonika.c...

Part 6 of the Get Your Laugh On series, That Moment When, is about those times you realize oops. We can't help it sometimes but we mess up because we are distracted, or in a rush. Sometimes we have those moments because we don't want to take that extra step. Thank you for tuning in! You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Listen Notes.

Being thankful for who and what we have in life is very important.  I invite you to take a moment to reflect on why you are thankful.  Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this bonus episode please like, subscribe or share with a friend or loved one. 💖 Stay tuned for the next episode, coming soon.    

Is happiness, companionship, financial stability the ultimate goal? Which is more important to you? Of course happiness is a goal but is there something you place above that. Share your perspective. Thank you for tuning in. Please take a moment to like, share and subscribe if you enjoyed the content. You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Listen Notes. The image for th...

Delicate Flower, She Be is a poem written about elements of the human condition. It includes emotions, social interaction, resilience and growth. Also, the guideline was to include 1 of three quotes. I chose a quote by Zora Neale Hurston, "there are years that ask questions and years that answer'. The written version of this poem can be found at inspirebyonika.com. Please like, share or subscribe....

In this episode of retail horrors I talk about those blunders and mistakes that can happen. The way we shop has changed over the years. Remember let's not take everything so seriously. Today I present: No adhesive The shoe is on the wrong foot Misdelivery Groping grapes Security tag Which one of these scenarios has happened to you? Thank you for listening to the episode🙏🏼💗 If you enjoyed the co...

Building trust requires certain things to be in place. Business and personal relationships need to feel safe and trustworthy. Those elements include honesty, confidentiality, vulnerability, keeping your word and consistency. Let's explore these elements. As always, thank you for tuning in! If you like the content, please leave a like, share and follow or subscribe. You can hear this and all episod...

Poetry lovers and family welcome! Luminous Ones is #4 in the Poetry Flip series. It is about those times of darkness and when we need a spark. A glimpse of light, comfort and hope. The lanterns help the moon in the night sky. Thank you for tuning in! Stay well and be blessed!💞🙏🏼 The written version can be found by visiting inspirebyonika.com. Image credit: Leon Contreras on Unsplash

Episode 18 Get Your Laugh On, part 4, Get Over Yourself. We all have to hold ourselves in high regard, otherwise who else will? But, sometimes it is overboard. This episode looks at some of those times when the ego was inflated. Enjoy😁 Thank you for tuning in! If you smiled or laughed, share with a friend, hit the like button and follow/ subscribe. You can hear this and all episodes of the IBO Po...

Leadership takes on different forms. You don't have to have a formal title to be a leader. Lean into those leadership skills that you display naturally. Are you a great communicator,a problem solver, and have interpersonal skills too? Then yes, you are a leader. Also having the will to help others is a leadership trait. Thank you for tuning in! 🙏🏼 Image credit: open clipart vectors on Pixabay

Mixed Bag of Trash is the third in the Poetry Flip series. This poem is based on the image of a man, reading a newspaper that is on fire! The news is sometimes full of doom and gloom. Hence, the title, Mixed Bag of Trash. If you liked the episode, share, leave a like or subscribe/follow. Thank you for tuning in. ❤️🙏🏼 The written version of the poem can be found at https://inspirebyonika.com/?p=4...

Episode 15 Get Your Laugh On, part 3, Head Scratchers. Those moments we scratch our head and wonder what just happened! These are just jokes🤭 Thank you for tuning in! If you smiled or laughed and enjoyed this episode, hit the like button, share, or subscribe/follow. 😊💞🙏🏼 You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Listen Notes. Image credit: clker-free-vector-images on...

We need to bring back parenting like it was done back in the day. We ate together as a family. Kids had regular bedtimes. Chores were done. Now, it is so different. I think we need to run it back. Thank you for listening🙏🏼💕   Image credit: Gordon Johnson on Pixabay

Show Your Hand, Raise It High is the 2nd of the Poetry Flip series. The poem is about asserting yourself. The inspiration for this poem is the AI generated image of a hand floating mid air with a Gold band around it. Image credit: Axel Ruffini @Unsplash. The written version can be read by visiting www.inspirebyonika.com. You can also hear this episode on You Tube and Listen Notes. Thank you for st...

Episode 12 Get Your Laugh On, part 2, I Wasn't Prepared looks at two scenarios. The first is when we know ahead of time that we need to write something down but we fail to be ready. The 2nd is when we didn't bring info we needed. Funny everyday things that happen. Thank you for tuning in. If you enjoyed the content, please like, share or follow the IBO podcast. You can listen to this and all episo...

IBO Podcast where you will hear topics about life, people and inspiration. Bonus content included are poems and a comedy series. Come on in and tune into IBO, speaking on life and inspiring people. You can hear all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube and Listen Notes. Thank you for tuning in!

Silence The Noise is the first in a series called Poetry Flip. I will recite poems that I have written. Some will be recent and some older. If you enjoy the content, please leave a comment. Share with your friends, loved ones and neighbors. To view the written version, you can visit Silence The Noise - Inspire By O'Nika . Thank you for tuning in!   Image credit: Jottmbe on Pixabay