Whew! Where do I begin?In this episode of Unmuted: Relational Rants and Real Talk, I unpack a “promising” connection that unraveled faster than he could plan a proper date. From the passive pursuit to the confession that he was married (yep, MARRIED), we’re walking through all the red flags—from subtle to scorching.This ain’t bitterness. This is discernment.And if you’ve ever been left reeling from a “you seem cool, but…” moment—this one’s for you.🔻 Topics covered:– Red flags in early dating– Passive pursuit vs real effort– Emotional honesty vs half-truths– Why “I’m married, but…” ain’t a plot twist, it’s a liability🎙️ This is your reminder: your standards aren’t the problem.#Unmuted #RedFlags #RelationalRants #MarriedManDown #ghosting #ModernDating #EmotionalClarity #PodcastEpisode #DatingDrama #HeSaidWhat #Boundaries #RealTalk #BoundariedNotBitter

This episode wasn’t planned. A tragic story out of Chicago shook me—and I pressed record. What followed was a raw unraveling: grief, memory, defense, self-reflection, and the parts of me that show up when the world feels unsafe.

I talk about the tragedy, about my own past, about what it means to hold space for someone you want to side-eye and cry for. I speak about PTSD, protection, and how I’m still uncovering myself through the stories I tell.

This is what Unmuted sounds like when I don’t edit the grief.

In this episode of Unmuted, J. Marie, a licensed therapist, shares her journey of authenticity, vulnerability, and the challenges of emotional labor in her profession, as well as in her personal life. She discusses the importance of being seen and heard, the struggles with perfectionism and imposter syndrome, and the creative outlets that help her express herself. J. Marie emphasizes the significance of deep trauma work in therapy and the need for honesty in therapeutic relationships. She invites listeners into a healing space that acknowledges the complexities of being a black woman in the field of mental health.