Making Space

What defines you?

In this episode, my friend Jayden shares how being biracial and having darker skin than her family impacted her journey to discover herself. We discuss the importance of learning to love yourself, becoming comfortable with your culture, and embracing your natural hair.

We also talk about disconnecting your identity from your ethnicity and the role of Eurocentric beauty standards in dictating “good” physical features.

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In this episode, Dominique joins me for a fun Q&A about life, love, and everything in between! I answer your questions on faith, adulthood, dream jobs, and long-distance relationships while reflecting on the things I’m currently learning after becoming a year older.

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Why is it so hard to speak up for ourselves? How much power do we give other people over us?

In this episode, my friend Chinyere shares her wisdom on advocating for yourself and others based on her unique life experiences. We discuss navigating difficult conversations in professional settings, romantic relationships, and friendships.

We also talk about the roles of boldness and vulnerability when speaking up and touch on a range of topics including confronting racism, dealing with fear, challenging power dynamics, the dangers of one-way conversations, what loving others really means, and trusting God through stressful situations.

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Why are so many people afraid of being “alone?”

In this episode, Gill and I unpack a LOT of topics related to being single and content. We discuss what shaped our perspective on relationships from a young age, dealing with shame and fear, and learning to be honest with ourselves and others.

We also talk about the idolization of marriage within Christian culture and how to find your self-worth outside of your relationship status. Finally, we share the importance of developing good, deep friendships for every season of life.

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In this episode, Hannah and I have an honest conversation about grief after the tragic loss of her brother Caleb. We talk about being vocal and honest about your pain, toxic positivity, questioning God, facing regret and anger, what NOT to say, and ultimately how to be there for your friend as they navigate loss and grief.

Whether you have experienced a loss of your own, are supporting a grieving friend through loss, or just curious about how to navigate grief through the myriad of ways it enters our lives, this conversation is for you.

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How can we maintain a sense of joy and wonder in a serious world?

Destny and I explore how to cultivate a joyful life in any season by approaching life through the lens of a child. We discuss a wide range of topics including being present and loving where you live, spending time with yourself and embracing every part of who you are, feeling your feelings, and letting go of fear.

We also share thoughts on how TikTok and our passive consumer culture can unknowingly keep us from actively producing a joyful life.

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Are your twenties really the best years of your life?

In this episode, Vyana and I process the challenges and rewards of navigating change in our early 20s. We talk about feeling stuck and unsatisfied, the anxiety that comes along with change, and the pressure to be successful and have it all figured out.

We also discuss the reality of trying to break into a new career field and the freedom that comes along with taking the risk to pursue what you're passionate about.

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“Is that a weave?” “Can your hair even grow?”

In episode one, my good friend Damilola and I discuss the journey to loving our natural hair while growing up as black girls in America. From overcoming relaxers to braiding our hair ourselves and wearing wigs. We laugh to keep from crying while talking about the shame black girls can experience when their hair isn’t “done” and celebrate black hair for what it represents and all the amazing styles we can achieve.

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A lil about me episode where I talk about why I started the podcast and the story behind the name "making space."

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Welcome to Making Space! Not just a podcast but a place for honest, open conversations about where people have been and who they’re becoming. Thank you so much for being here 🤍

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