Exploring Vulnerability and Expressing Emotions

This podcast I explore my struggles with vulnerability and why this is a difficult terrain for black women to explore.

In the sacred tapestry of life, there are moments when the Feminine calls us to awaken, transcend the limitations of who we once were, and step into the radiant truth of who we are meant to be. Using the Goddess Inanna as a guide, in this podcast, I explore how the New Moon in Punarvasu Nakshatra/Cancer is a celebration of rebirth for those who completed an intensive transformation. More specifically, I share my own experience in the underworld and how this transformation provided an opportunity for me to address and embrace my shadow aspects.

In the sacred tapestry of life, there are moments that the Feminine calls us to awaken, to transcend the limitations of who we once were and step into the radiant truth of who we are meant to be. Using the Goddess Inanna as a guide, in this podcast, I explore how the New Moon in Punarvasu Nakshatra/Cancer is a celebration of rebirth for those who completed an intensive transformation.

Rise Beautiful Souls!  It's the most wonderful time of the year, and if Andy Williams's voice is playing in your mind, I"m not talking about Christmas. I am referring to Scorpio Season. In this podcast I explore four major themes emerging this Scorpio Season:  Power to Transformation  Reciprocity  Embracing Authenticity  Protecting your space and energy.  I am providing a Taurus Full Moon Ritual for listeners that subscribe to my website (www.risebeautifulsoul.com). After you subscribe, I will email you a private password to view the video.  So remember to share this podcast if you like this content, and I appreciate your support. 

Rise Beautiful Souls, and welcome to Scorpio Season!!!!!!!!! We stay on the front line... So, Scorpio Season is one of my favorite times of the year; as we are being allowed to transform and heal to self-actualize into the soul we are destined to embody. I had the opportunity to view Tamar Braxton's documentary, Get Ya Life, and there were so many lessons I gleaned from this soul. In this podcast review, let's explore the Lover Psychic function through the eyes of Tamar Braxton. This documentary is also a great example of how we experience a second chance to regenerate or renew ourselves- a gift from Scorpio-and instead of focusing on the opportunity, we self-sabotage. In this review, I explore my own experience with self-sabotage and the reasons why we self-sabotage. So, pour a glass of wine, brew some jasmine tea or coffee, and let's connect with our soul.

Rise, Beautiful Souls!  Toni is depressed about her breakup. While the girls attempt to lift Toni's spirits, Joan reveals she is the catalyst behind Toni's current mood.  Yvonne refuses to oblige William's ultimatum, so she books a trip to Jamaica to relax and prepare for the next chapter without William. Of course, William senses the emotional distance and asks Lynn to travel to Jamaica to spy on Yvonne. Of course, Lynn says no, but  Joan uses this as an opportunity to take Toni on vacation. The girls arrive, and Toni moves past her depression into another situation, leading to this climax season.  Will Toni and Joan survive this betrayal?  Thanks, Beautiful Souls, for joining us for this ride of Girlfriends. 

So this week, Margaret and I take a moment and pause to continue our exploration of Beyonce's new album: Black is King. Granted, Margaret and I are not cultural critics, but we are viewers and listeners who enjoy exploring the nuances of life. So in the Part I review, we examined Beyonce's discography, the role and responsibility of Beyonce as an artist, the cinematography of the film, and addressing the role of colonialism in demonizing African culture, values, and religion. In Part II, we began by exploring the African Aesthetic, using the body as art, colonial influence on aesthetical elements, colorism;  female and male relationships, and female sexuality.

RBS Black is King Part I So this week, Margaret and I take a moment and pause to explore Beyonce's new album: Black is King. Granted, Margaret and I are not cultural critics, but we are viewers and listeners who enjoy exploring the nuances of life. So in the Part I review, we examine Beyonce's discography and its representation of the evolution of an artist; while providing a point of reference of how she as an artist moves from bootylicious to spirituality? Our discussion moves us into the role and responsibility of Beyonce as an artist. Paying homage to the cinematography of the film implores us to address our ancestry, the challenging relationships between Africans and African Americans, and the role of colonialism in demonizing African culture, values, and religion. Finally, we conclude by exploring the demonization of African culture and the power of iconography in reiterating power, cultural norms, and beliefs, and relationship to the Divine. Thanks for joining us, and in Part II, we will explore the African Aesthetic and Art, Fashion, Classism, Colorism, and Relationships.

Any relationship book worth it's salt will recommend the necessity of writing a list of your ideal mate and partner. So, in this episode, S1E12 The List, Joan follows in tandem and drafts a list of her perfect mate, and as luck would have it, she meets him at a gallery opening. We learn once Joan sets her eyes on a target, she is a force to be reckoned with, so move out the way. Although Joan finds her ideal mate, he never calls, and when Lynn reveals his lack of communication, Joan faces an uncomfortable aspect of herself. Toni runs into a ghost from her past, and William sees crazy internet Yvonne again. This episode, Margaret and I explore the idea of a list and its advantages and disadvantages, attacking friends when they express their truth and gender expectations and roles in courtship.

So good old Frank!  What happens when the man you're feeling and visualizing a future with is married?  So in this episode (S1E11) our girl, Joan finds herself with the perfect match, Frank. However, Frank isn't being completely honest, and when Frank's wife appears at Joan's office and home, unannounced and uninvited, we definitely have a problem. In this episode, Margaret and I explore the importance of boundaries, women who date married men, and why women protect men who are cheaters.  So join us for this podcast and let us know your thoughts.