Ever wonder what happens when you hit pause to actually live the life you’re talking about? I pressed stop on the feed and stepped into a season of joy that turned into serious momentum: a beautiful birthday dinner with my girls, a surprise serenade from a dear friend, and a karaoke night that went until the lights came up. Then Miami called. We followed a packed itinerary that traded “downtime” for high-vibe moments, invited another couple to join the ride, and said yes to experiences that stretched my capacity and refreshed my spirit.

The plot twist arrived at Art Basel, where I was booked to walk a fashion show and host another. As a model and actress, stepping onto those red carpets felt like alignment meeting preparation. I share what that taught me about multi-hyphenate growth: how love, creativity, and ambition can coexist without canceling each other out. Along the way, I give a candid look at what support really looks like in partnership, and why gratitude to God and to my husband is the throughline that held it all together.

Now I’m back at the mic with a renewed commitment to conversations that matter: patterns that repeat in relationships, the tension between comfort and growth, and the courage to set boundaries without losing your softness. If you’re ready to reflect on who gets a front-row seat in your life and how to choose the next brave step, you’ll feel right at home here. Press play, share this with someone who needs a push toward joy, and leave a review so we can grow this community together. Your next season starts with one honest conversation—let’s have it.

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The weather turns crisp, your DMs light up, and suddenly everyone wants to get cozy. We dig into the rhythms of cuffing season—why it hits every fall, how shorter days and holiday pressure shape our choices, and where comfort can quietly slide into confusion. From the first hey stranger to the March fade, we map the patterns that repeat like clockwork and share a practical way to keep your heart clear without shutting down joy.

Along the way, we talk about the real perks of a winter bae—company parties, warm rides, easier weekends—without pretending perks equal partnership. You’ll learn how to spot a seasonal placeholder, set boundaries that reduce mixed signals, and read consistency as the metric that matters. The goal is not to be hard; it’s to be wise. Choose with intention, communicate with courage, and let actions confirm the story.

If this message hits home or reminds you of someone navigating cuffing season, share it. Follow the show, tag me with your favorite moments, and drop a review with one takeaway you’re claiming this winter. Your clarity helps others find theirs—subscribe, share, and tell me: are you playing for cozy comfort or lasting connection?

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Have you ever found yourself in a relationship that looks perfect on paper, yet deep down, your spirit feels unsettled? That nagging feeling isn't wrong – it's wisdom trying to break through.

This powerful exploration delves into the critical distinction between partners who are simply "good to you" versus those who are genuinely "good for you." We've been conditioned to celebrate the absence of negative behaviors – he doesn't cheat, he's respectful, he has a good job – treating these basics as the full picture of love rather than merely its foundation. But this mindset leads us to confuse peace with purpose and mistake the absence of pain for the genuine presence of joy.

The real danger isn't found in obviously toxic relationships but in complacent partnerships that exist without passion or depth. These connections often feature partners who go through the motions – buying flowers, planning dates – while never truly seeing your ambitions, dreams, or authentic self. Over time, this emotional malnourishment can cause you to dim your light, shrinking your dreams and silencing your passions because your partner doesn't understand them. You might gradually disconnect from your authentic self to maintain a relationship that was never designed for your growth.

God didn't bring you through past challenges for you to settle for "almost" or become comfortable with lukewarm love. The love you truly deserve should feel like purpose, destiny, and home simultaneously, with a partner who isn't intimidated by your light but holds up a mirror so you can witness your own brilliance. Trust your intuition when it signals misalignment, even when everything looks right on paper – that quiet voice isn't doubt but your future self advocating for the complete love you deserve.

Follow, like, share, and join our growing community as we continue this conversation with upcoming video podcasts featuring guest speakers sharing real stories and wisdom. Remember: you deserve peace, purpose, and true partnership all at once.

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Not everyone watching your journey is doing so from a place of support – some are spectators collecting data on your moves without celebrating your wins. The silence from those closest to you during successful times can be more telling than any words they might say during your struggles.

• Recognizing the difference between true supporters and silent spectators
• Understanding that some people follow you to gain access to your next moves, not to cheer you on
• Acknowledging that the favor on your life is undeniable, drawing attention even from those who don't support you
• Realizing your growth and success will naturally irritate those who have given up on themselves
• Taking inventory of relationships to identify who celebrates publicly but criticizes privately
• Setting boundaries by letting spectators watch "from beyond the gate"
• Maintaining focus on your purpose despite others' attempts to dim your light
• Remembering that people often celebrate you only until you surpass the version of you they were comfortable with

Don't forget to follow, like, and tag. If you grab your "Minding My God Givin Business" shirt from theloveplace.net, tag me in your post. Keep walking in your purpose and don't get distracted by spectators. Be bold in your healing, brave in your becoming, and grounded in love that knows its worth.

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K-Love explores the crucial relationship question of whether we should teach someone how to love us or let them love us their way, challenging the idea that authentic love means never communicating your needs. The episode dives into how unspoken needs create silent resentment that builds over time and can ultimately lead to relationship breakdown.

• The dangerous myth that telling someone how to love you makes their love inauthentic
• Why receiving love in your partner's language might leave you feeling unloved if it doesn't match your needs
• How unspoken needs accumulate and transform into resentment, distance, and sometimes infidelity
• Understanding that each person's experience of feeling loved is unique, just like our bodies
• Finding the balance between authenticity and communication creates partnership, not performance
• Importance of speaking up about your needs while also being open to how your partner naturally gives love

Don't forget to head over to theloveplacenet to grab your "Minding my God Givin Business" tee and pick up my new book, "Love's Secret Playbook: The Guide to Winning at Love.

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There's a critical difference between seeking genuine advice and simply wanting validation for decisions we've already made. K-Love explores why we often call friends hoping they'll co-sign our choices and get defensive when they offer honest feedback instead.

• Support doesn't always sound like agreement—sometimes it sounds like challenging questions that make us think deeper
• Real friends tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear
• Personal story about a friend who initially rejected honest advice but later appreciated the truth
• Biblical wisdom from Proverbs 27:6 about faithful wounds of friends versus deceitful kisses of enemies
• Growth doesn't happen in comfort zones—you can't heal and hide simultaneously
• Applying these principles to romantic relationships can strengthen communication
• Stop mistaking advice for validation and be open to feedback that challenges your ego

Grab your "Minding my God-Given Business" t-shirt at Theloveplacenet. Be bold in your healing, brave in who you're becoming, and grounded in love that knows its worth.

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We explore the exhausting cycle of trying to prove our worth in relationships and how to break free from this pattern of performative love.

• Performative love occurs when we overextend ourselves for people who give us crumbs in return
• This pattern often stems from childhood trauma where love was conditional upon performance
• Real love is soft, mutual, peaceful, and doesn't require a performance
• Stop trying to earn love and start recognizing your inherent worth
• Healing includes sitting with your inner child, using affirmations, and creating new standards
• Setting boundaries may mean some people don't understand, but distance can be protection
• The right people will see your worth without requiring you to prove it

Continue to be bold in your healing, brave in who you're becoming, and grounded in love that knows its worth. Keep growing, keep glowing, and never settle for less than real.

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We kick off Season 3 of Love Our Talks  with a deeply personal topic that many of us carry in silence – the complicated relationship between blood family and chosen family. Family wounds cut differently, especially when we realize those sharing our DNA aren't genuinely in our corner.

• Blood made us related, but loyalty makes us family
• The deepest wounds often come from people who share our last name
• Some relatives only love the broken version of you that needed them
• Family isn't just blood, it's behavior – how they speak about you when you're not in the room
• People with the same last name don't automatically guarantee real love
• You didn't lose them – they lost access to your light
• Chosen family is sacred, healing, and represents real love
• Protect your peace, even from people who raised you

Make sure you share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, because so many people are hurting in silence and won't talk about it. You can find me on all social media platforms – send me a DM if you want to talk about it.

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Loving from a distance is a powerful act of self-preservation that requires emotional strength and genuine self-love. Setting boundaries with those who repeatedly hurt you or drain your energy isn't about being bitter or holding grudges—it's about protecting your peace while still caring about them.

• Not everyone you love needs to have access to your life, heart, or peace
• Distance becomes necessary when you've been hurt repeatedly by the same person
• Some people don't respect your growth and may even resent your changes
• Love without boundaries can become toxic and harmful to your wellbeing
• Boundaries don't mean loving less—they mean loving smarter
• Being clear about why you need distance helps maintain your resolve
• Don't feel guilty about protecting your energy and emotional limits
• Maintain kindness without deep engagement
• Let go of fantasies about who you wish people were
• Emotional stress from difficult relationships manifests as physical health problems
• Peace is the proof that distancing was the right decision

Share this podcast with someone who might be struggling with difficult relationships in their life. DM me on Facebook at Love Our Talks with your stories—I want to hear from you!

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Healing after friendship betrayals might be one of life's most underestimated emotional journeys. While we dedicate ice cream pints and tissue boxes to romantic breakups, the silent ending of a friendship often goes unprocessed – leaving wounds that fester beneath the surface of our daily lives.

"Sometimes you're not just grieving the person. You're grieving who you thought they were," I  share, cutting straight to the heart of why these losses hurt so deeply. This powerful finale to our friendship and family relationship series offers more than just comfort; it provides a practical roadmap for moving forward when someone you trusted has broken your heart.

Ready to transform your friendship pain into personal power? Join us for this soul-nourishing conversation about reclaiming your energy and still believing in connection – even after being hurt. Because the strongest healing doesn't turn us cold; it makes us wise enough to love again, but this time with boundaries that honor our growth.

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