Grownkid

A casual episode with a little bit of everything yet nothing at all.

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Do you avoid asking for your needs in a relationship or friendship because then it feels like they're only doing it because you asked and not because the wanted to? Do you hate that you feel that way? Do you wish you could be more open to letting people grow for you? In this episode, we talk about the difficulty of accepting that someone is willing to try for you, why things aren't as black and white as they seem, and how to feel better about asking for your needs in relationships. Enjoy!

Do you have trouble figuring out what you want? Whether it's a big decision or a small one, why do we feel so conflicted about what the right choice is? In this episode, we talk about the frustrating experience of not knowing what we want, feeling frozen in place, and how to tune in to yourself. 

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Do you feel pressured to fall into a lucrative career? The need to dream big and reach greater heights than everyone else in your family? The constant pressure to do more and be better. In this episode, we talk about the annoying stress of feeling like we're not doing enough. The feeling of believing we should have bigger dreams instead of settling for what makes us happy. 

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Is it dangerous to try everything once? How do you know if you're ready to try that drug? Scared of liking it too much? In this episode, we talk about our relationship with drugs, the thought process behind if we decide to try something or not, and when you should definitely avoid something. Be safe, be responsible.

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We had the privilege of speaking with US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy on the youth mental health crisis and the importance of giving each other grace as we navigate the issues of everyday life. Enjoy!

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Do you ever feel like you're not social enough? That maybe you're not a likable person? Perhaps you go through phases where you don't have the energy to talk to anyone. In this episode, we talk bout feeling like we're not social enough, having trouble getting along with people, and finding a balance between being outgoing and reserved in social situations. 

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Do we give up on friendships/relationships too easily? Is it possible to heal without time apart? When is the pain and problems not worth dealing with anymore? In this episode, we talk about our relationship with each other and the lessons we've learned about friendships worth fighting for. We talk about our issues, how we resolve them, and the value of shared history.

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Do you despise your own femininity? Lean towards masculinity even if it's not you? In this episode, we talk about our own struggles with our sexuality, the labels inside the community, and learning to grow into our true selves. Enjoy!

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Do you ever feel like you're not doing enough? Not joining enough movements, not speaking up about important issues, not being an activist? In this episode, we talk about the shame we as POC can feel when we think about our involvement in social movements. How often times, we can beat ourselves up for not doing enough when in actuality, we should give ourselves more grace. We were busy worrying about rent, groceries, supporting our parents & caring for our mental health. It's okay if you aren't advocating for every political issue important to you. You're not any less impressive because of it. 

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