What happens when you’re still figuring out who you are, but you already have kids depending on you?

In this continuation of one of the most personal conversations yet, Donyelle and her mother go even deeper into the realities of young motherhood — the unspoken fears, the resilience it demanded, and the lessons that only come with time and reflection.

In part two, her mom shares the aftermath of becoming a mother at 16: the ongoing challenges of balancing survival with growth, how faith and community continued to hold her up, and the moments she had to choose between her own becoming and showing up for her kids.

Together, they wrestle with the complicated truths of “growing up together” — what that looked like in practice, what it cost, and how it shaped both of them.

This isn’t just the rest of the story; it’s an unfiltered look at resilience, healing, and the generational strength that continues to ripple forward.

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What happens when you’re still figuring out who you are, but you already have kids depending on you?

In this episode of the Subjective podcast, Donyelle sits down with her mother for one of the most personal conversations yet, an honest reflection and real story of what it looks like when a mother is still figuring herself out while raising kids at the same time.

They reflect on young motherhood: the fear, the strength, and the survival tactics no one prepares you for. Her mom opens up about telling her family she was pregnant at 16, the relief of having her own mother as a support system, and the constant tension between growing into womanhood while raising children.

She shares moments where she felt unequipped, how community and faith carried her, and the quiet strength it took to show up for her kids every day, even when life behind closed doors was crumbling.Together, they unpack what it meant to “grow up together”.

This isn’t just a story about motherhood; it’s about survival, resilience, and the complicated ways love and strength get passed down from one generation to the next.

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In this episode, I’m catching you up on everything I wasn’t planning to talk about, but y’all requested it, so I had to come back from my hiatus really quick! No planning, recorded with no outline, just vibes. I’m recapping my birthday trip to Jamaica 🇯🇲, reflecting on a friendship breakup I didn’t see coming, and venting about the absolute chaos that is my life!—🖤 JOIN THE SUBJECTIVE COMMUNITY:→ 🎧 Listen on Spotify/Apple: https://beacons.ai/subjectivepod⁠ → 📝 Read the newsletter/Substack: https://thesubjectivepod.substack.com/⁠ → 📲 IG / TikTok: @TheSubjectivePod→ 📸 IG @_DonyelleMurray → 📥 Business: [email protected]—🔗 LINKS + MENTIONS: → Community Receipts: https://beacons.ai/thesubjectivepod/receip...Have a burning question? Need advice? Or want to share your wildest, craziest story? Submit your question, request advice, or share an experience you want to know how I’d handle in the '⁠⁠⁠What Would Donyelle Do⁠⁠⁠?' segment on Subjective. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13QwIYqeb_...✨ Reviews help us grow and reach more listeners—thank you for your support!📅 Upload Schedule: Episodes are available every other Friday on your favorite podcast platforms and on YouTube. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss a new upload!

In this episode, I’m unpacking what it means to be the “strong friend.” The one who’s always checking in but never checked on. The one who performs strength so well, no one realizes she’s falling apart.

I share personal stories of how I learned to suppress my emotions, why I thought crying made me weak, and how I built an identity around being dependable and “fine”, even when I wasn’t. I open up about the quiet expectations that formed in childhood, how I used to “practice” being strong in unhealthy ways, and the turning point where I realized: I never wanted to be strong. I just didn’t have another option.

This episode is a love letter to every strong friend who’s tired, and a wake-up call to the people who never ask how she’s doing.

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They used to say I “talked back.” Now I talk for a living.

In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s really like to be the person who always speaks up—even when it’s easier (and safer) to stay quiet. From being labeled a big mouth as a kid to building a career rooted in communication, I’m unpacking the cost and the calling of radical authenticity.

What does it really cost to be yourself in a world that rewards performance? For me, it meant being misunderstood, mislabeled, and left out. It meant being called outspoken, dramatic, opinionated, loud, sometimes all in the same breath. But it also meant building a life where I could finally own the very thing I was once punished for: my voice.

This episode is personal. I’m reflecting on how I tried to shrink myself, how I failed at being anyone but me, and how I finally realized that the thing they tried to silence was actually my gift.

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We all have best friends—but have you ever thought about the specific roles they play in your life? According to the 6 Besties Theory, no single person can be everything to you, and honestly? That’s a good thing.

In this episode, we’re breaking down why we all need different kinds of best friends; the OG, the Work Bestie, the North Star, the Good Time Bestie, the Dead Body Bestie, and the Seasonal Bestie. You’ll probably start thinking about which category your closest friends fall into.

We also talk about:

✔️ The bestie roles we’re missing in our own lives.

✔️ Can one person be all the besties at once?

✔️ The “Friendship Audit”—who’s really in your circle?

By the end, you’ll know exactly who’s who in your friendship roster—and why having a diverse bestie lineup might just be the key to better relationships.

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You ever know something is wrong. Like, feel it deep in your spirit... but can’t remember the tweet, TikTok, article, or headline that told you why? Same. This episode is for the justice-minded with forgetful brains and overwhelmed notes apps.

Inspired by a TikTok that called it out perfectly: “I be trying to stand up for what is right... all I know is you need to stay the f*ck away from it.”

We’re getting into:

• Why your instincts are valid, even if you don’t have the footnotes
• The pressure to “prove” your point in every convo
• How content overload, and burnout mess with our memory
• The difference between being informed vs. morally aligned
• Tips for organizing your thoughts, beliefs, and digital receipts

Because you don’t owe anyone a TED Talk every time you stand for something. Your gut is smart. Your awareness matters. And just because your brain blanks doesn’t mean your stance isn’t real.

If you’ve ever whispered “I’m fighting for the people, but I forgot the name of the battle”… this one’s for you.

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 Q1 is officially a wrap, and it’s time for a full debrief. In this episode, I’m catching you up on life lately, what I’ve been watching, reading, and obsessing over, plus a full Subjective podcast update, personal growth reflections, and the pop culture moments that had me in a chokehold. I’m talking about what worked, what didn’t, and how I’m setting myself up for success in Q2. Whether you’re here for the tea, the transparency, or the motivation, this episode is a full check-in on where I’ve been and where I’m going.

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Turning 30 just hits different. You think you’ll have it all figured out—career, love, stability—but instead, you’re navigating breakups, big moves, and redefining happiness. In this episode, I sit down with Jackie to talk about what really happens when you hit your 30s. From starting over in new cities to breaking up and bossing up, we’re diving into the reality check that comes with this decade. We’re sharing our personal journeys, the highs and lows of love and career changes, and the things we wish we knew in our 20s. Whether you’re single, settled, or still figuring it all out, this is the realest take on being 30-something.

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📢 History will have you believe that all Black protests were peaceful marches—but let’s be real, sometimes you have to shake shit up.

In this episode, we’re diving into the Black resistance movements they didn’t teach you about in school. From the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which strategically drained white-owned businesses, to the Birmingham Children’s Crusade, and Colin Kaepernick taking a knee—we’re talking about the moments when Black folks said, “Oh, you thought shit was sweet?”

We’ll explore why protests aren’t always just about marching in the streets—sometimes resistance is economic, sometimes it’s physical, and sometimes…it’s just straight-up petty for a cause.

If you’ve ever wondered why people riot, why Black protests are always met with backlash, or why history conveniently leaves out our boldest movements—this episode is for you.

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