The Black Girl Bravado

It’s election szn, America is ghetto and we need to stay grounded. We hope these affirmations serve as a useful tool to help keep you focused on the things that are in your control.  More monthly affirmations are available on Patreon. Join us on  Patreon Shop the Manifesting Mood Collection Join our Facebook group, "The Black Girl Bravado Podcast Homegirl Hangout" to engage with other like...

An affirmation: I have an abundance of creative energy that I can tap into at any moment. Can y'all believe that we're already in the last 3 months of the year? Q4 is here beloveds and it's time to sharpen our tools. In part one of our "Finish Strong" series, we're discussing the challenges around cultivating creativity. In this episode we discuss why vulnerability is the k...

We’re wrapping up our “Friend Goals” series with a candid conversation about why our friendship works. We chat about how we met + became friends and how we maintain our relationship. We also respond to a confused homegirl’s listener letter and answer the questions she has regarding a suddenly crumbling friendship.  Join us on  Patreon Shop the Manifesting Mood Collection Join our Facebook group, &...

This month we chat about support from peers, lessons we've learned about resistance and our recent friendcation. For the full conversation, join us on www.patreon.com/theblackgirlbravado and become a Soul Sista. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

An affirmation: I attract aligned and likeminded friendships.  As we grow older, it can be intimidating making new friends but it’s not impossible. Deciding we want to make new friends means shifting our perspective and realizing there is nothing to be afraid of. In part 5 of our, “Friend Goals” series we discuss the importance of knowing what type of friendship you’re looking for, how to meet and...

An affirmation: I create healthy boundaries within my friendships; these boundaries allow me the space to honor myself while still being a great friend.  In part four of our, “Friend Goals” series we’re reading and responding to two listener letters. One of our homegirls is struggling with balancing her time between her friend and her man; while the other feels unsupported by her bestie of 7 years...

An affirmation: I am myself with my friends; I listen to them carefully and am mindful of their needs.  In part three of our, “Friend Goals” series we’re discussing what it takes to be a better friend. We discuss the 13 essentials traits of a good friend and also offer a few practical ways to start being a better homegirl.  When we assess the quality of our friendships it’s likely that we first lo...

An affirmation: My friends pour into me the way I equally pour into them...there is no lack here. In part two of our, “Friend Goals” series we’re discussing friendship growth spurts.  It’s no secret- friendships have their ups and downs. Like any relationship, ebbs and flows of friendships are to be expected. Growth spurts in friendships are completely normal, but because we don’t always see them...

An affirmation: I have an abundance of loving, caring, like- minded friendships.  We’re kicking off our “Friend Goals” series with a conversation about the fundamental of friendships.  Friendships are some of the most important relationships in our lives. Solid homegirls (and homeboys) are there for us when times get tough, encourage us to grow, and hold space for us to be vulnerable. Because we l...

An affirmation: I create my own reality; my thoughts are powerful tools.  We’re wrapping up our, “You vs You” series with a dialogue about self-fulfilling prophecies. A self-fulfilling prophecy is when you think something will happen, and then you make it happen. In this episode we discuss the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy, how it shows up in our lives and how to move past vicious circles of...

An affirmation: I acknowledge my own self-worth; my confidence is rising.  Part 5 of our, "You vs You" series is about Self-Esteem. Self-Esteem can be defined as  the disposition to experience oneself as being competent to cope with the basic challenges of life and of being worthy of happiness. In this episode we explore Nathaniel Branden’s, “6 Pillars of Self-Esteem” to discuss how to pra...

An affirmation:  I take on life's inevitable ups and downs with grace, acceptance, and equanimity. Part 4 of our, "You vs You" series is about Self-Actualization. Self-Actualization is a term popularized by Psychologist, Abraham Maslow. Self-Actualization is the ability to become the best version of yourself, and occurs when you fully meet your needs and reach your full potential.  In...

An affirmation: My energy is balanced, aligned and clear- It is safe to trust myself.  Part 3 of our, "You vs You" series is all about trusting ourselves. Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship and the relationship we have with ourselves is not exempt. When we trust ourselves we build our confidence and flow through life a tad bit easier.  In this episode we discuss why we str...

Part 2 of our, "You vs You" series is all about your mindset. In this episode we discuss the differences between having a fixed mindset and having a growth mindset. We explain the importance and value of having a growth mindset, and also realize it's okay if you identify with having both.  Join us on  Patreon Shop the Manifesting Mood Collection Join our Facebook group, "The Black...

An affirmation: I release expectations related to timeframes along my journey- life, love and finances come to me in overflow.  We’re kicking off our latest series, “You vs You” with a conversation about Quarter-Life Crisis’.  A Quarter-Life Crisis can be defined as a period in which one feels insecure, doubtful and disappointment surrounding a career, relationship or financial situation. We discu...

In this episode we chat about two Reddit questions. Am I the asshole for moving out on my pregnant roommate and are my parents assholes for spending my college fund? Join us on  Patreon Shop the Manifesting Mood Collection Gem: BGB Signature Journal Join our Facebook group, "The Black Girl Bravado Podcast Homegirl Hangout" to engage with other likeminded women. Share your thoughts, ideas,...

In this episode we discuss Spiritual Gaslighting/Bypassing. Spiritual bypassing is a tendency to use spiritual ideas and practices to sidestep or avoid facing unresolved emotional issues, psychological wounds and unfinished developmental tasks. We discuss the signs + types of spiritual bypassing and the ways to protect yourself from spiritual bypassing. It’s important to remind ourselves that we a...

An affirmation: I am safe, healthy + thriving.  After 3 months of lockdown, outside is finally opening back up and we’re feeling mixed emotions. In this episode we chat about the fear, anxiety, worry and nervousness the homegirls might be experiencing as we collectively prepare to reintegrate back into the world. We discuss ways to smoothly return to our “normal” routines with as little stress as...

Due to the current climate, we thought it was fitting to run back this conversation. In this episode we sat down with Psychiatrist Jessica Clemons, affectionately known as Dr. Jess to discuss mental health and wellness. “Dr. Jess received her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University and is currently completing her residency training at an NYC based program. While her...

An affirmation: I am as tenacious and strong as my ancestors; I am black and proud.  In this episode we chat with our friend and Licensed Mental Health Professional, Alex Dorsey, LPCC to discuss Racial Trauma.  Racial trauma or race-based stress comes from dealing with racial harassment, racial violence, or institutional racism. Alex enlightened us on ways to cope with Racial Trauma, how to educat...

We're back at it again with a Reddit Special. This week we chat about two people who want to know "Am I The Asshole?" Patreon: www.patreon.com/theblackgirlbravado Shop: www.theblackgirlbravado.com/shop Join our Facebook group, "The Black Girl Bravado Podcast Homegirl Hangout" to engage with other likeminded women. Share your thoughts, ideas, business ventures- in a safe space....

An affirmation: I exist in a field of abundance- it cannot be depleted. With this current pandemic we are battling you may find yourselves struggling with ideas of scarcity or lack. In this episode we chat about how this feeling isn't foreign to us and ways we've been managing. For the full conversation, join us on www.patreon.com/theblackgirlbravado and become a Soul Sista. Privacy & Opt-...

An affirmation: I make good use of my past experiences and learned lessons through the process of retrospection.  In this episode we chat about Venus Retrograde. We discuss using this time to help us uncover the hidden places of our relationships, values, beauty and COINT.  Patreon: www.patreon.com/theblackgirlbravado Shop: www.theblackgirlbravado.com/shop Join our Facebook group, "The Black G...

In this episode we chat about the crumbling friendship of Molly and Issa. Patreon: www.patreon.com/theblackgirlbravado Shop: www.theblackgirlbravado.com/shop Join our Facebook group, "The Black Girl Bravado Podcast Homegirl Hangout" to engage with other likeminded women. Share your thoughts, ideas, business ventures- in a safe space. Feel free to reach out to us!! Visit us at TheBlackGirlB...

An affirmation: I am striving to make my community better than I inherited it.  In this episode we chat with our brothers, Lee and Dustin of Our Own. Our Own is a nonprofit organization which seeks to create opportunities for the black community. Through Our Own, Lee and Dustin are strengthening the community through consistent, life-changing experiences while also providing access to resources fo...