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In this episode, Afua talks about her parents' split and how that affected her outlook on marriage. We also explore themes around religion ie Jehovah's witness, marriage, broken homes, friendship, parenting, mental health etc. 

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In this episode, Caritas talks about what it was like growing up as an only child, moving around in different communities, living with family, education, her relationship with her dad and why her mum means so much to her.  We discuss themes around fear, self-doubt, abandonment, friendship, relationships, forgiveness and accountability. 
As a child, Tatas always dimmed her light so others could shine. Today, she is shining her light. Enjoy!

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In this episode , we find out about the different layers to Jay. The hard exterior, the soft interior and the story behind it. For people who believe they may not be for everyone, this episode is for you. You will feel seen. For those who easily form opinions of strangers, you will learn a thing or two. Everyone has a story.

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In this episode, Vanessa talks about her experience growing up in a blended family and starting her own blended family with her partner. We discuss single motherhood, working in the entertainment industry, bonus parents, step children, etc

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This episode explores themes around gender roles and responsibilities in an African home, favouritism, the school system, kids' exposure and strict parenting. 

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In this episode, Ruth, a young lady born without vitiligo suddenly sees her skin transform and the world viewing her differently. She speaks about her day-to-day life living with a skin condition which worsens with stress, the pressures associated with being a Pastor's child, her relationship with her mother and the negative impact of her viral moment during her sister's wedding and how she dealt with that psychologically and emotionally. 

Learning To Love Me explores themes around acceptance, depression, standards of beauty and self-acceptance.

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In this episode, Ewuradwoa ( Radw), the last born of 7 children, talks about her time in Malaysia, her 5-and-a-half-year relationship with her abusive ex-boyfriend and how she made it out. She explains that abuse doesn't always start physical, but can be psychological, emotional, sexual and even spiritual.

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In this episode, Khadija sheds light on what it's like co-parenting with her ex-husband while healing from that relationship. We discuss single motherhood, career, ADHD and a whole lot.

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In this episode,  Kwasi takes us down memory lane of the extent his report card affected his relationship with his perfectionist father at home. He shares the two worlds he had to navigate, rigidity from his dad and flexibility from his mom and how that is evident in his career as a medical professional and his love for the arts which are polar opposites. 

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In this episode, Asha & Alima share their unique stories growing up . As the first born , Alima feels she has been parented differently. She is raised to be a good example to her younger siblings , to behave like a "lady" at all times and not allowed to make as many mistakes as her younger siblings. 
Asha, her younger sibling is a bit more care free and has  been allowed to get away with things she wouldn't have. 

Today, they have bonded and are extremely protective of each other. 

The Weight of the first born explores themes around sibling rivalry, favoritism, audacity, growth and family. 

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