Pretty Thoughts

In this week's episode, I bring you Part 1 on the #SayHerName "series" it's a two-parter. In Part 1 I speak about how unprotected black women feel and how intersectionality plays into it. This episode is mostly directed at black men because we want them to speak up for us more. In most cases, they have dropped the ball, and it's time to start holding them accountable for their actions, or their inability to act. There isn't a question or a quote this week, just names of some of the black women who haven't gotten their justice. 

Rest In Power:

Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland, Aiyanna Jones, Natasha Mckenna, Michelle Cusseaux, Dominque “Rem’mie” Fells, Riah Milton, and Atatiana Jefferson.

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

Hey everyone, this week's episode was coming sooner or later, but I talk about everything going on right now regarding black lives. Between police brutality, systemic racism, and COVID-19, black people are being attacked from all sides, and have been for a long time. Hug a black person, check up on your black friends,  sign a petition, go to a protest, donate. Do something, help the movement. We need it, change is happening, don't let the momentum die.  BLACK LIVES MATTER! 

Today’s Question: What are you fighting for?

Today’s Quote: “You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.” – Rosa Parks

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this week's episode, I talk about accountability and what that looks like. Using the Doja Cat situation as an example, I talk about how I feel people don't take time to analyze and look at a situation before jumping to conclusions. By no means am I making excuses for her, but it's somewhat of a different take. We are all accountable for our actions, but that doesn't mean we can't hold each other accountable too. That also doesn't mean we can't make mistakes and learn from them.

Today’s Question: Does cancel culture actually hold people accountable?

Today’s Quote: “We are all responsible and accountable for what we do or say even if those behaviors occur in stressful times.” - Byron Pulsifer

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

I recorded this episode right around the time I found out about Ahmaud Arbery. This was only going to be a draft, and I had intended on re-recording it so that my thoughts were clearer, and nothing could be taken the wrong way. However, after having a few conversations with people close to me, I realized that it's important for you all to see this side of me as well. The side that is defeated, the tired side, the side that has no idea what to do. This episode is me saying everything I felt at that moment. This is how I feel about being black in America.

P.S. I apologize for the change in sound quality after the disclaimer, I did the best I could. 

Today's Quote: N/A

Today's Question: N/A

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

Hi everyone, I know that it has been a while since my last upload, and I would like to apologize for that. However, 2020 has been something. As I stated in my Instagram post, this week's episode isn't a true representation of everything on my mind at this point. I've had this episode for a while and am uploading it to get things going. Anyway, in this week's episode, I recount an experience I had a little over a month ago after someone unfollowed me, as the title suggests. I think we all have been in this predicament before when we think we're over someone and realize we aren't after they do something unexpected. So this one is for all of you who are tempted to text that ex, or are conflicted about a situation right now. Enjoy!

Today's Quote: “Bro or sis, it’s time to move on, they don’t care about you anymore, they aren’t checking on you anymore. They haven’t read your post, you haven’t crossed their mind, and as harsh as this may sound, they don’t want you in the way that you might still want them. It’s time to move on officially. It’s time to take care of you.” – Me

Today's Question: “Is there someone in your life that you’re claiming to be over, but aren’t? In what ways are you still allowing this person to have control over you? How are you taking the necessary steps towards forgetting them completely?”

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this week's episode, I have a special guest, my sister Monica! We talk about what we want to bring into 2020. We discuss relationships, our faith,  fears, and share some of our experiences. This weeks episode is very long, so it's an earful! Listen in increments, take breaks, and enjoy!

Today’s Quote: “The beginning is always today.” - Mary Shelley

Today’s Question: What do you hope to bring into 2020?

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this week's episode, I talk about the significance that turning 20 has to me. I speak on my biggest life lesson thus far and I send a special birthday shoutout to my sister, Nikki!

Today's Question: What are some things that you’ve learned in the time you’ve been alive?

Today's Quote:  "How could it be? 20 something, all alone still, not a thing in my name. Ain't got nothin', runnin' from love, only know fear

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/ & https://twitter.com/prettythoughtsp

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this episode, I discuss vulnerability and how difficult it is to open up to certain people, while I open up lol. This episode is split into two parts so you can keep your sanity. This is part two, I speak about romantic relationships and why I have a hard time opening up to a lot of my potential love interests.

Today’s Question: Who do you find it easier to open up to? Friends, strangers, or potential partners?

Today’s Quote: “vulnerability is terrifying. The courage it takes to reveal your heart is one of the most daunting…and yet rewarding experiences in life. It will set you free.” – The Better Man Project

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this episode, I discuss vulnerability and how difficult it is to open up to certain people, while I open up lol. This episode is split into two parts so you can keep your sanity. This is part one, I speak about platonic relationships and why I have a hard time opening up to a lot of my close friends. 

Today’s Question: Who do you find it easier to open up to? Friends, strangers, or potential partners?

Today’s Quote: “vulnerability is terrifying. The courage it takes to reveal your heart is one of the most daunting…and yet rewarding experiences in life. It will set you free.” – The Better Man Project

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!

In this week's episode, I decided to talk about why I love December. I also reflect on this past weekend, and I thank all of my Pretty Thinkers for showing so much love and support. I do ramble a little and take a few long pauses, so I apologize in advance!

Today’s Question: What is your favorite month of the year, and why?

Today’s Quote: “December; a month of lights, snow and feasts; time to make amends and tie loose ends; finish off what you started and hope your wishes come true.” – Unknown

Follow Pretty Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/prettythoughtspc/

Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/y.asmiiine_/ & https://twitter.com/yasmiiine__

New episodes uploaded every Monday!