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It's Alani's birthday month! Help her celebrate it and make things less awkward and jaded! She gives thanks in advance for the birthday wishes.

Free things to do in NYC website: https://www.nycforfree.co/

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What's a perfect way to talk about Valentine's Day? Criticizing romance norms!

Sources mentioned:

Gen Z Statistics:

• https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220104-are-gen-z-more-pragmatic-about-love-and-sex
• https://unherd.com/newsroom/gen-z-has-fallen-out-of-love-with-dating-apps/#:~:text=a%20digital%20detox.-,Gen%20Z%20has%20fallen%20out%20of%20love%20with%20dating%20apps,of%20swiping%20left%20or%20right
• https://www.americansurveycenter.org/commentary/gen-zs-romance-gap-why-nearly-half-of-young-men-arent-dating/#:~:text=Teens%20are%20dating%20less.%20A%20survey%20conducted,at%20any%20point%20during%20their%20teenage%20years 

Amatonormativity definition: https://sites.smith.edu/aace/about-asexuality-and-aromanticism/allonormativity-and-amatonormativity/#:~:text=Amatonormativity%20is%20the%20assumption%20that,and%20the%20Law%20(2011) 

Financial benefits of getting married: https://www.nationwide.com/financial-professionals/blog/planning-guidance/articles/helping-clients-understand-the-financial-benefits-of-marriage#:~:text=Marriage%20can%20offer%20significant%20financial,conflict%20and%20align%20shared%20goals

Write yourself a future letter: https://www.futureme.org/ 

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

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Even though this episode is pretty last minute, Alani wants to help give you ideas and a reminder to practice self-care!

Aromatherapy article: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/aromatherapy-do-essential-oils-really-work

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

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In her first ever collaboration, join Alani as she talks with fellow neurospicy Black girl, Liz from "Professional Pimpology" as she learns about navigating her neurodivergence from a seasoned professional. Can you handle all of this neurospicyness?

Check out Professional Pimpology here: https://professionalpimpology.taplink.ws/

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

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Join Alani as she reflects on her 2024 and discusses what she wants to work on for 2025. Probably the only good project in 2025...

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

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In this special bonus episode, Alani tells more dysfunctional stories about her experiences at popups in NYC. Let's all thank Beyoncé for the opportunity to hear this.

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

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Everybody loves free things, however there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Listen as Alani describes the correlation of enjoying popups and possibly hoarding.

Sources mentioned:

ADHD and Hoarding

• https://www.additudemag.com/hoarding-disorder-why-people-hoard-adhd/

Clutterbug

• https://clutterbug.me/

Blackbird App

• https://www.blackbird.xyz/

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

by Juno Waves

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With the holidays approaching, Alani discusses the huge elephant in the room: family estrangement. Listen on as she talks about how to deal with this situation if you are neurospicy.

Articles mentioned:

• Late diagnosis in girls and women: https://360info.org/you-dont-look-autistic-why-neurodivergent-women-have-been-sidelined/

• Slate article about family enstrangement: https://slate.com/life/2024/08/no-contact-parents-meaning-family-estrangement.html

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

by Juno Waves

Support the artist: https://junowaves.bandcamp.com/

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Well, one good thing that comes from conflict with annoying roommates is that it provides good material for this episode. Follow along as Alani discusses her grievances with her roommates and roommate/apartment searching. Send good vibes and/or prayers she can move out soon!

Gray rocking method article: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/grey-rock-method

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

by Juno Waves

Support the artist: https://junowaves.bandcamp.com/

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this podcast is for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health.

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Don't you hate when you try to be creative but then things like having no time, no energy, and your brain simply hating you, get in your way? Try living that every day.

Follow Alani as she explains the things that impact her ability to be creative and learn how you can work around these hurdles.

SOURCES:

• Spoon theory: https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/
• Revenge bedtime procrastination: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-hygiene/revenge-bedtime-procrastination
• Waiting mode: https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/adhd-waiting-mode
• Find out if you qualify for Medicaid: https://www.usa.gov/benefits
• The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
• Find a counselor: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
• National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/
• Manifest House, a virtual wellbeing space: https://www.manifesthouse.com/

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Intro Song: First Love is Never Forgotten

by Juno Waves

Support the artist: https://junowaves.bandcamp.com/

DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this podcast is for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health.

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