Inspire By O’Nika

Cracking The Concrete Stone is a poem I wrote in May 2024. It is about how we can be so hardened to the world but still have a softer side underneath. Thank you for tuning in! 🙏🏽If this poem resonates with you, leave a comment. Share, subscribe or just leave a like. 👍 You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube, Amazon Music, Apple and Spotify. Image credit, Marianna Smiley...

In the episode, why do we wear clothing with slogans, writing and phrases? Closet check,✅ does most of your wardrobe have sayings or wording on it? Also, the all embarrassing dress mishap. The lights are on at the wrong time. Then, we buy expensive labels and skip paying our bill... Labels over bills. Why? Laughter is the best medicine! 🤣😂 Tell us about a time you experienced any of these scena...

Stress can either be harmful or beneficial. The good stress helps us realize some of our strengths. The bad stress, on the other hand, can cause us to have physical and mental manifestations if we do not keep it in check. Thank you for tuning into the episode today! ♥️🤍💙 You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube, Amazon Music, Apple and Spotify. Image credit: Image by Darwi...

The Phenomenal Growth of Hip Hip is a poem about how rap music and the culture has grown over the years. If you were around at the beginning of rap music, you understand. It's not like the new hip hop, it's layered, cultured, deep rooted and complex. Thank you for tuning in to this episode. I hope you enjoyed it. 🙏🏼❤️You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean app, You Tube, Apple, Amazon...

Bonus Bulletin dives into community, money, young adults and women's basketball. A few noteworthy events and people to look into. Hope you enjoy this episode. It's a little different from my usual one topic episodes. Leave a comment and share what you think about this new format. Thank you for tuning in! ♥️ Before you go don't forget to share and like the episode. You can hear this and all episode...

In this episode of Get Your Laugh On it's the holiday season. Time for gatherings, gift exchanges, family time and socialization. What funny things happen at your family dinner? Do you have people who show up empty handed then take 2 plates home... Let's get a laugh today. After all, laughter is the best medicine 😁 Thank you for tuning in! 🙏🏼♥️ You can hear this and all episodes on the Podbean...

Episode 36 takes a look into bullying. The whys, how, who and where. If you are the victim of bullying, or know someone who is, there are resources to help. Please see 👇 -gradresources.org, 877-472-3457 -nationalsafeplace.org, text 44357 -stompoutbullying.org -theyouthline.org, text 839863, 877-968-8491 -stopbullying.gov Thank you for tuning in. Let's stop bullying! You can hear this and all epis...

In this episode of Poetry Flip, I will recite a poem about how our dear, beloved pets are treated like humans. Yes, it can be cute and fun to us but not so much for them! Visit my blog at www inspirebyonika.com for the written version. Image credit, Grin on Unsplash. I hope you enjoy! Share a story where you dressed your pet, how did it turn out? This episode and all episodes are on the Podbean ap...

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...