So... Let's Talk About It Podcast

In this episode, we're talking about Black Financial Trauma and how it impacts our identity.

Have you ever been in a position where you felt like you had to purchase things to look a specific way in order to be "SEEN" as successful? Or maybe you've been the individual to say "I don't believe they're making money", yeah, us too.That's what we're talking about. Why is that? What is that? And what are the long term effects if we don't start having conversations around it?

We'll also be delving into the idea of conscientious identity crisis, which is when we attach our identity to the things we buy in order to feel superior or equal. And let's be real, we've all been there at some point. But we'll be discussing how this way of thinking can be detrimental to our long-term financial health and well-being.

But of course with all of this, we address how we can address and empower ourselves financially. One thing we'll be exploring is the instinct to change our lifestyle and buy material things when we make money. And while this may be a common tendency, it's important to unpack the trauma that comes with believing that looking like money is the only way to win. Success can also be found in intangibles, and we'll be discussing that too.

So, join us for this important conversation about Black Financial Trauma and how we can overcome its impact on our identity.

We're going to make an impact in our community by providing resources. Malcolm created the Better Finance Academy, a program designed to teach people how to manage their finances and make informed decisions about their future.

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Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro

0:02:23 - Exploring the Perception of Success in the Black Community

0:05:25 - Conscientious Identity Crisis and Spending Habits 

0:11:37 - Discussion on the Impact of Systemic Racism and Self-Perception on Success

0:18:03 - Financial Literacy and the Impact of Increased Income on Spending Habits

0:23:53 - Receiving Each Other and Achieving Success

0:34:07 - Materialism and Social Media

0:38:27 - Life Insurance and Generational Wealth Building

0:43:06 - The Impact of Prejudice on Business Opportunities

0:46:08 - The Possible Impact of Reparations on American Culture

0:48:36 - Life Lessons

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If one person meets the need of the other, does the increase happen on the other end or will it never be that perfect?

Are men and women really just THAT different?

In this clip from episode 26, we talk INTENTIONALITY and the thoughts around if it'll even make a difference.

How many times in a relationship do we wish our partner knew every need we had just met them without us asking? All the time? Yeah... Us too.

Unfortunately, it's not possible from reading minds. It's only possible from getting dirty and doing the work with a desire to LEARN your partner.

So in this episode we unpack the book titled His Needs Vs Her Needs in order to really understand the difference of men and women in marriage or relationship. 

We all have our needs and we deserve to have them met, not some of the time but all of the time! 

Get the Book: "His Needs, Her Needs" by Willard Harley

Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW and we can't wait for you to dive into season 3.

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No matter how much we try to plan, life is unpredictable and can change in unexpected ways. Its essential to be able to develop a financial plan to ensure you’re prepared.

In this clip from episode 25, we talk about the steps we took to pivot with unexpected change.

Assess your current financial situation. How much money do you have in savings? What monthly bills do you pay? 

The most important step for us was to prioritize your spending. Where is the most essential and where can you cut back? Determine what is necessary, and what can be put on hold until you’re in a more stable place financially. 

Life transitions can be stressful and undesirable but with a financial plan in place, you’ll be better prepared to move forward.

In this clip from episode 25, we dive into the topic of how stillness can help you escape the noise of daily life and find your purpose. We discuss why it was necessary for us, the importance of taking time to be quiet and reflect, the feelings we experienced in it and how doing so can give you clarity on what you truly want in life and help you take action towards achieving it. Join us for a thought-provoking clip on how stillness can help you find your purpose in life.

Happy New Year -- Season Three of the #1 Self-Discovery Podcast for Millennials is HERE!

We're kicking off the year by reflecting on 2022 and all the mistakes, lessons, and expectations that come along with it. Join us as we delve into the world of self-discovery and personal growth. In this episode, we'll be discussing the top takeaways -- YUP, both good and bad -- from the past year and how we can apply them to our lives moving forward. We'll also be setting intentions for the new year!

Whether you're looking to improve your relationships, career, or overall happiness, this episode is the one!

Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW and we can't wait for you to dive into season 3.

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Did you miss meeeee? (We hope you read that in a Martin Voice) haha.

But now that the holidays are over and we settle into a new year, we're excited to coming back for Season 3 of the podcast.

In this season, we're talking about Brittany's favorite topic, why men and women are so different, what 2022 taught us, pivoting, finances, entrepreneurship, dating in your 30's and soooo much more.

We cant wait to share it with you! Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Rate and Review and we can't wait for you to dive into season 3.

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In our FINALE episode, #QTNA, the question around what to do when my friends don't support me came up. Malcolm and Brittany give their thoughts on support in business.

We talk about this in depth on Support, how to ask for it and what it looks like in Season 1, Episode 7 .

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Season 2 might be a wrap, but the conversations continue to happen! 

We’ve touch on a lot of subjects this season but this time we wanted to hear from our people ! 

So we dropped a poll and went thru our DMs and got some questions from YOU that we answer on this episode! 

In our final episode of the season we had to hear from our listeners so we sat down to answer some questions that needed answers -- From dating as a millennial, to marriage tips & giving our person advice navigating entrepreneurship, we unpack a lot of necessary topics. 

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It's never easy dealing with issues that your loved ones experience, especially Mental Health and Mental Illnesses.

There are moments in our lives where we become triggered by events, conversation or moments in your life and not sure why or where the root of it comes from.

In this episode, Malcolm opens up for the first time about how his brothers struggle with mental illness changed him and how he'd never dealt with any of the feelings or thoughts in regards to it and became numb to it.

This episode really peels back some of the layers of the hurt we've never even talked about when you cant control the things that happen to the people that you love.

Have questions or want to comment? Leave us a message via email @ [email protected] and we may answer in an upcoming episode!

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