Things you will hear in this episode:  One of the ladies reveals a recent domestic violence situation with her ex which shocks her co-hosts Tips for removing yourself from a toxic and potentially abusive partner The eye-opening lessons each host learned in 2019 How to date with intention Questions you should ask before accepting an offer to speak on a panel Tips on pitching yourself as a writer for xoNecole Advice for contacting editors and managing editors for publications How to choose the right conferences to attend  Resources mentioned in this episode:  xoNecole's ElevateHer Think & Grow Rich Outwitting The Devil  Noonlight App     Writer's spotlight       Shellie R. Warren       Taylor Honore       Charmain Michelle   You can connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @xohappyhour and use the tag #xohappyhour to join the social convos.    Leave us a voice message on xohappyhour.com to share your story with us or ask a question for a chance to be featured on the show!

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The Hardest Lessons Of 2019

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Issa Rae, our xoNecole cover star drops gems on all the things: her love for saying no, her tumultuous but beautiful relationship with her hair and overall hair health, and the love for Black people that goes into each of her projects, just to name a few. Dive into this beautiful conversation with the captivating, Issa Rae.

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The Skin I'm In

You can't truly care for yourself if you don't learn to love every bit of you! And if you follow her on social media, you know Amber Riley's acceptance of herself - mind, body, and spirit - is one of the most revolutionary things to behold. So, it's only right that we invited THE Amber Riley on over to share the secret to her infectious joy and self-love. Listen to this episode to hear more about what the incredible woman with the BGE has learned about herself, her career, and her own personal pursuit of happiness.

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The Body Party

This week, the one and only Ashanti graces the podcast! We get into all things self-confidence, self-care, and how to go get what you want! Ashanti shares her definition of putting herself first which includes putting her health first. Get into this episode!

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A Little Bit Selfish

On this week's episode of She Comes First, we've got a fave - Elaine Welteroth! She's giving us the real on what it means to step into herself, on her terms and own every bit of it.

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The New Era of Me

This week's guest is the star of the hit show P-Valley and she's no stranger to the art of self-care. Brandee Evans joins She Comes First to discuss how playing Mercedes has stretched her as an actress, how the art of the show has imitated her own life, and how she has learned to care for herself while being her mother's primary caretaker.

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The Hardest Lessons Of 2019

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