Take Care Sis

By Ki & Kiki

Ki and Kiki are two Black Yoga Teachers who are on a mission to help black women take better care of themselves.

Join us each week as we navigate conversations around all types of self care from Phy... more

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Take Care Sis episodes:

October 11, 2022We're Back and We're Better
We're Back!!!!! Kiki & Ki are finally back from their break! Life has been a rollercoaster and we're coming back on this ride for Season 2!
Join Ki & Kiki as they dive into a For The Culture episode full of what's going on in these streets. And they'll also update you on what's been going on in their lives!

Key Timestamps:
1:07 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In
7:04 Ratings and Reviews Sis!
8:13 Self Care Accountability
17:11 For the Culture:
Sheryl Lee Ralph wins Emmy for Best supporting Actress in a comedy series

Quinta Brunson wins Emmy for Outstanding writing in a comedy series

The Little Mermaid is black, Halle Bailey

Ime Udoka Cheated on Nia Long
Adam Levine cheated on his wife

Amanda Seales said watch out for these men who are newly single!

The queen died…

Kanye made white lives matter shirts
Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) responds to Kanye

43:08 Have you Registered for A Day of Rest?

Register for our Day of Rest on October 16th, in Fayetteville, NC:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-day-of-rest-tickets-429235313377
Take Care Sis!!!

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Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi
Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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50min
August 16, 2022Take Time to Rest
Resting is important for all of us. When we think of rest, we most likely think of sleep. However, sleep is not the only form of rest. It allows our bodies to naturally repair and rejuvenate itself so we wake up refreshed and ready to enjoy another day. But along with sleep, our bodies also need REST!
Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss the the 7 different types of REST! This Week the conversation explores the importance of rest, the difference between rest and sleep, and finally the different types of rest.

Key Timestamps:
1:06 Weekly Check In
7:49 Recap of Last Week’s Episode
9:53 We're Taking a Break
10:59 We're Hosting a Mini Wellness Retreat
15:21 For the Culture:
Beyoncé and Kelis' beef

Men Have sex with women they are not attracted to and that they dont actually like. And they are lonely according to Psychology Today.

The Rise of Lonely, Single Men | Psychology Today
25:54 It's time for a Break. We need Rest!
26:46 How is Rest defined?
27:47 Rest Vs. Sleep
31:59 7 Different Types of Rest
55:31 Where to find us
Share the podcast!! Rate & Review!!
We'll be back in a few weeks!
Take Care Sis!!!

Source Articles:
https://www.adventhealth.com/blog/rest-vs-sleep-know-difference-whole-health#:~:text=While%20quality%20sleep%20is%20critical,an%20amazing%20sense%20of%20wellness.

https://www.sleepassociation.org/sleep-news/sleep-vs-rest-whats-the-difference/#:~:text=rest%20is%20not%20an%20either,of%20both%20sleep%20and%20rest.

https://goop.com/wellness/mindfulness/7-types-of-rest/

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Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi

Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com

Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki

Ki's Website: yogawithki.space

Email: [email protected]
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59min
August 09, 2022 An Interlude.....
We'll be back next week with a new episode! Take a breath and Take Care Of Yourself!
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Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
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Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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5min
August 02, 2022 Maybe You're In the Wrong Space, Sis
Have you ever found yourself in a place where you knew it was time for change? Or maybe you found that you were trying to shine in the wrong space or on the wrong stage or in front of the wrong audience?
This week's episode is all about the pivot! What moments lead up to change? How do you execute the change?
Join Kiki & Ki as they explore a concept spoken first about by R&B Singer Chrisette Michele. Chrisette talked about Having the right intentions but possibly being on the wrong stage.

Key Timestamps:
1:06 Weekly Check In
12:03 Recap of Last Week’s Episode
14:17 For the Culture:
- Beyonce’s new album: Renaissance (Act 1)
- Talking about Teacher Vacancies while awaiting a new school year to start
33:16 Sometimes we can have good intentions and bring them to the wrong stage!
36:14 When did you have your AHA moment where you knew it was time to pivot?
57:48 Aparighaha, the concept of Non-Attachment.
1:07:03 Where to find us
- Share the podcast!! Rate & Review!!
1:09:11 Self Care for next Week
Take Care Sis!!!

Source Articles
https://www.ekhartyoga.com/articles/philosophy/aparigraha-practising-non-attachment

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Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h 12min
July 26, 2022Getting Away From Social Comparison
What do you do when you find that you're comparing yourself to others?
We guarantee you that we have all fallen into the trap of Social Comparison at some point in our lives. Comparing ourselves to others can bring up feelings of jealousy, frustration, and hopelessness which can also lead to heightened levels of anxiety and depression.
Join Kiki & Ki as they explore the concept of Social Comparison and how it can affect our emotional and mental health in regards to how we view ourselves. Stay Tuned as they also explore ways to overcome Social Comparison.
Key Timestamps:
1:06 Weekly Check In
5:46 Recap of Last Week’s Episode
7:43 Self Care Accountabilty
14:30 For the Culture:
Steph and Ayesha Curry plan to open 150 libraries in Oakland to help raise the literacy rate.

Bruce McIntyre and Omari Maynard plan to open a Birthing Center in the Bronx to honor their partners who they both lost after childbirth.

Sesame Place's Racism
25:50 Social Comparison
Upward Social Comparison

Downward Social Comparison
34:33 Social Media is A Highlight Reel of People’s Lives!
40:00 Ways to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
55:23 Where to find us
46:04 Share the podcast!! Rate & Review!!
56:37 Yoga Offerings from Ki & Kiki
58:32 Self Care for next Week
Take Care Sis!!!
Source Articles:
https://www.fastcompany.com/90723635/3-ways-to-stop-comparing-yourself-to-others-according-to-a-cognitive-scientist
https://www.betterup.com/blog/comparing-yourself-to-others
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Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi
Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h
July 19, 2022Minority Mental Health Awareness
It's Minority Mental Health Awareness Month!!
On June 2, 2008, July was named Bebe Moore Minority Mental Health Awareness Month!
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States.
Join Kiki & Ki as they dive into the reasons why Minority Mental Health Awareness is important, the cultural stigmas around mental health, and provide resources to help us take steps to take care of our mental health.
Key Timestamps:
1:11 Weekly Check In
1:47 Recap of Last Week’s Episode
3:06 Ratings!!!!
4:55 Self Care Accountabilty
8:53 For the Culture:
Quinta Brunson, creator and star of Abott Elementary os officially the first black woman to be nominated for Emmys in acting, writing, and outstanding comedy in the same year.

Quinta is also being sued for allegedly stealing the concept.

Jennifer Lewis now has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

#988 National Suicide Prevention Line is active
14:04 It's Minority Mental Health Awareness Month!!!
15:14 A Brief History of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
16:20 A Little Bit about Bebe Moore-Campbell, her work in mental health awareness, accomplishments, and her legacy.
17:26 This year's theme for Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is.....
18:57 Why is this mental health awareness needed for minorities?
25:48 Let's Talk About Cultural Stigma
30:59 Access to Quality Care
44:34 BIPOC symptoms are often ignored by doctors.
51:31 Its important to have awareness of mind and body
55:28 Resources
1:01:51 Share the podcast!!
1:03:30 Where to find us
1:05:18 Our Upcoming Classes
1:07:15 Self Care for next Week
Take Care Sis!!!

Source Articles:
U.S. Departmentof Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health: "National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month'"
https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/minority-mental-health/resources/
Mental Health America: "July Is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month"
https://www.mhanational.org/BIPOC-mental-health-month

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Kiki's website:
www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h 12min
July 12, 2022It's Time For A (Mid-Year) Check In...
It's Time for a Mid Year Check in!!
We have officially reached the middle of the YEAR and do you know what time it is? It's time to check in with ourselves. How are your resolutions going that you set at the beginning of the year? If you didnt set resolutions, what about your goals, affirmations or intentions?
Join Kiki & Ki as they do a live mid year check for themselves. This week we'll explore our goals, intentions, resolutions or affirmations and figure out what worked for us and what didn't work for us. And dont forget to listen for questions to help you do your own personal check in!

Key Timestamps:
2:29 Weekly Check In
7:55 Self Care Accountabilty
11:22 Recap of Last Week’s Episode
12:14 For the Culture:
America did not deserve a birthday this year!

Minority Mental Health Month

Jayland Walker & Collective Trauma

Highland Park Shooting

Kiki vs. Natural Hair Youtube

Employer's non-compassionate response to an employee's child on life support
21:58 Mid Year Check In!
23:14 What were some goals, resolutions or intentions you set at the beginning of the year?
26: 23 Were there new goals that entered the chat as the year progressed?
28:35 What is something on your list that you've accomplished?
30:56 How do you think things are going so far? What has worked for you as you worked towards your goals? What Hasn't worked?
35:28 What shifted your focus away from your goals?
36:26 What will you focus your energy on in the last half of the year?
38:51 If you could pick a word (or song)as your intention, what would it be?
41:33 Journal Prompts to help you do a Mid Year Check in or just a check in with yourself. (Grab a pen and paper or use the notes app on your phone)
46:04 Share the podcast!!
47:20 Where to find us
48:22 Self Care for next Week
Take Care Sis!!!

Follow Us:
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Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi
Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
...more
54min
July 05, 2022 30 Things I've Learned.....
It's Kiki's Birthday (Month)!
Kiki wrote a blog post back in 2018 titled "30 Things I've Learned in 30 Years" so gor her birthday this year, we will revisit these lessons+
Join Ki & Kiki as Kiki goes into the 30 things she learnedin 30 years while turning 34!
This week's conversation goes into may gems about life divided into 5 categories:
- Friends, Family and Support Systems
- Self Care and Protecting Yourself
- Your Situation, Career, Passion & Dreams
- Being & Maintaining You
- Life Lessons

Key Timestamps:
1:08 Checking In
2:01 Recap of Last Week's Episode
2:39 Self Care Accountability
3:49 For the Culture - Current Events Segment
Roe vs Wade
10:02 PUMP Act
12:05 Omarion vs. Mario Verzuz
14:44 Usher has a Tiny Desk Concert
15:37 PUMP Act Revisited
17:40 Its My Birthday!
18:57 30 Things I've Learned...
20:30 Friends, Family and Support Systems
28:31 Self Care and Protecting Yourself
32:44 Your Situation, Career, Passion & Dreams
43:10 Being & Maintaining You
48:21 Life Lessons
52:56 Share your Thoughts
53:14 Share this Podcast
55:37 Self Care Accountability

You can view the blog post here:
https://thiscurviyogi.com/30-things-ive-learned-in-30-years/

Vision Board Youtube Video:
https://youtu.be/x75QlxizeCM

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Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h 1min
June 28, 2022 Black Music Month Challenge
It's Black Music Month!
June is African American Music Appreciation Month and was created in 1979! This month celebrates the African American musical influences that comprise an essential part of our nation’s treasured cultural heritage.
Join Ki & Kiki as they play a game centered around Black Music and based on some of the Prompts from the Music Sermon Instagram account's Month long challenge!
This week's conversation gives you a peek into Kiki & Ki's individual music tastes and influences!
Key Timestamps:
1:11 Checking In
5:29 Self Care Accountability
6:27 Recap of Last Week's Episode
7:20 For the Culture - Current Events Segment
13:52 Let's Talk About Black Music Month
15:29 The Black Music Month Challenge
1:00:19 Share, Share, Share!
1:01:49 What will you do for Self Care?
You Can Support Music Sermon Here:
Https://www.instagram.com/musicsermon/
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Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki Ki's
Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h 5min
June 21, 2022 Daddy Issues Featuring Dr. Ebony Blue, Damitra Smith, & Coach Mike Pettiway
We all know that parenthood has no instruction manual. And as a parent, if you’re not tapped into yourself and your own habits, it could go left OR …it could go right. But many folks (not all) are in therapy because of childhood trauma. And this trauma is not necessarily from something their parents “did”...but, maybe it was something their parents didn't do.
Join Ki & Kiki as they sit down with Dr. Ebony Blue, Damitra Smith & Coach Mike Pettiway to talk about Daddy Issues! This can cover a lot od different family dynamics, however, this conversation will be centered around fatherhood and how it relates to us women. We'll explore how our relationships with our fathers can affect ys in different ways, as well as, how to support our partners in their journey of fatherhood.
Dr. Ebony Blue is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Wellness Practitioner and Coach who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Damitra Smith is an LPC-Associate and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. She helps with addiction issues.
Mike Pettiway is a Men’s Wellness a coach.
Key Timestamps:
1:24 Introducing the Guests: Dr. Ebony Blue, Damitra Smith, Coach Mike Pettiway
2:35 Recap of Last Week's Episode
3:04 Check In
8:06 Self Care Accountability
8:18 For the Culture - Current Events Segment
17:27 Let's Talk About Daddy Issues
18:17 How can we foster a loving relationship with our children?
20:43 The Strong Woman Complex
22:14 Is a man providing for his family enough?
26:00 The Emotionally Distant Father
40:09 Emotionally Available Fathers and how they affect building relationships of all kinds
48:10 Emotionally Available Fathers and how they affect romantic relationships
50:58 How can we as women support our partners in fatherhood?
55:16 How can we as women support our partners to seek therapy?
1:03:40 Where to find us
1:05:09 Share, Rate, Review
1:06:06 Self Care Accountability
You Can Support Dr. Ebony Blue:
https://www.instgram/thereal_ebonyb/
You Can Support Damitra Smith:
https://www.psychologytoday.com Search her name!
You Can Support Coach Mike Pettiway:
[email protected] OR Through Haven Healing Spot in Texas!
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Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com
Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yoga_with_ki
Ki's Website: yogawithki.space
Email: [email protected]
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1h 12min

FAQs about Take Care Sis:

How many episodes does Take Care Sis have?

The podcast currently has 98 episodes available.