To Routine Or Not To Routine The Black Princess Diaries podcast

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It's Mother's Day, and in this episode, Deandra gives an ode to her mother and mothers everywhere. She discusses the issues that mothers go through and reminds them that they're doing a good job, even when they feel like they aren't. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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What's Your Plan A: Part Two 13:39

18 days ago13:39

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In part one of "What's Your Plan A, " Deandra discusses focusing on plan A and working hard to get there. In part one, there is no plan B. In this episode, Deandra explores plan B and what it means. Sometimes plan A doesn't work out, whether that means it just wasn't your time or there was something better for you. Regardless of why or how plan B came to be, it highlights the beauty of having options, and that's something to remember. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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What's Your Plan A: Part One 10:55

25 days ago10:55

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In part one of a two-part episode, Deandra discusses having a plan A and sticking to it. Knowing what you want to do in life is one thing, but maintaining that focus is another. You may feel as if the plan won't work out or you're not destined for it, but if the spark you feel for it never fades, then why stop trying? In this episode, there is no plan B...so what's your plan A? Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Enjoy The Adventure Of Confusion 16:35

5 weeks ago16:35

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If you're feeling a bit confused about your career or life in general, this episode is perfect for you. In today's episode, Deandra shares a little background story about her journey in figuring out what she wants to do in life. In the end, she lets you know that not only is she on her own adventure of confusion that she's learning to enjoy, but also that you're not alone and should enjoy your adventure as well. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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It's Time For A Personal Rebrand 13:56

6 weeks ago13:56

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In today's episode, Deandra shares her thoughts on personal rebranding. As she has mentioned in previous episodes, spring is the ideal time to set new goals and start fresh. This makes it an excellent opportunity for her to concentrate on her own personal rebrand. In the end, she encourages you to reflect on your own personal rebrand and consider something you would like to change or develop. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Don't Let Anything Hold You Back 11:49

7 weeks ago11:49

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In this episode, Deandra discusses the ability of free will that we all have. Sometimes your mind or the thoughts of others make things you want to do seem impossible or even dumb, but it's your life! You have the free will to do whatever you want and not allow anything to hold you back. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Shake Those Demons Off 16:38

8 weeks ago16:38

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Life moves quickly, and there comes a point when everyone looks like they're doing well. Someone is getting a brand new car, moving into a new apartment or house, or landing their big girl job in their career. That can leave you looking back at your life and asking yourself, "What have I accomplished?" Those demons of doubt can come quickly, but you have to be quicker and shake them off. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Flaunt That Body, Boo 10:14

10 weeks ago10:14

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To be a plus-sized girl in a fatphobic world is already as hard as it is, but it's even worse when you notice how selective some can be. That's why it doesn't matter what others think. All that matters is if you're happy in your skin and for you to flaunt your body any way you choose boo! Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Dress Like A Business Baddie 12:33

11 weeks ago12:33

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Let's admit it, when you're working from someone else, unless required, you're probably not thinking about dressing as the future full time creator or business owner that you're going to be. However, Deandra was reminded from her experience meeting a listener for the first time, that you are the face of your brand no matter where you are or what you're doing. It's important to dress the part, even before it's yours. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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What The TikTok Ban Showed Us 18:16

12 weeks ago18:16

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Deandra discusses the TikTok ban and the reactions of those who don't post on social media. She also notes a few similarities and differences between creating content and working a clock-in job and highlights one common similarity between the two. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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I'm Thirty...Now What!? 15:31

13 weeks ago15:31

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Hey, loves, we're back! Season 8 is finally here, and in episode 1, Deandra shares a new life change: She turned thirty! She discusses how she feels and how society makes you a target for criticism the moment you hit the "big 3-0." Does life really elevate in your thirties, or is it the social clock forcing you to make big changes? Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Make 2025 Your Year 14:04

22 weeks ago14:04

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2024 is not the only thing coming to a close, but so is season 7. As we approach the end of 2024, Deandra wants to leave her listeners on today's finale episode with a word to make 2025 your year. It's time to stop only speaking it and writing it down but putting it into action! Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Self Care Tips For The Holiday Season 15:04

23 weeks ago15:04

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The holiday season can get hectic with everything going on during this time. It's easy to ignore your self-care through all the chaos, but it's important to take care of yourself the same way you're taking care of others. In this episode, Deandra shares self-care tips to help you get through the holiday season. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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You Are Not Your Unaccomplished Goals 12:55

24 weeks ago12:55

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As the year is coming to a close, we begin to focus on the goals we've made for 2024. This is what Deandra discusses in today's episode as she looks back and realizes how much she didn't accomplish this year. Filled with disappointment, she has to remind herself and her listeners that it's not her unaccomplished goals that defines her. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Stand Firm On Your Boundaries 12:43

26 weeks ago12:43

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It's the holiday season, and that usually means family gatherings. Though you may love your family, it's important to remember your boundaries when it comes to those invasive members. Deandra reminds you in today's episode of the importance of standing firm on your boundaries. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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It's FREE To Be Kind 12:09

28 weeks ago12:09

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There are plenty of things that cost money in this world that probably should be free, including water. However, in the sea of capitalism, there still are a few free things, and kindness is one of them! In this episode, Deandra reminds you of that and to be kind as much as possible. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Reminder: You Are That Girl! 12:43

29 weeks ago12:43

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Recently, Deandra has gotten dressed up to take pictures for content, and it was a little bit of a shock. It's been a while since she's been dolled up, and it became a reminder that she's still that girl! This moment has inspired her to remind her listeners that you can be, and still are, that girl. All you need to do is remind yourself! Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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4 Tips For A Successful Winter Arc 14:18

30 weeks ago14:18

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Have you heard of the current winter arc trend? It's all about using the last few months of the year to work on yourself and your goals! In today's episode, Deandra shares four tips to help you have the most successful winter arc possible. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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At This Point, Stop Worrying 11:04

31 weeks ago11:04

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Life tends to throw a lot at you all at once. With 2024 steadily coming to a close, it seems to be doing it's best to take the title from 2020 as one of the worst years. Having her own little venting session, Deandra discusses the personal issues she's dealing with while leaving a message of giving up your worries. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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The Social Media Side Effect 13:26

32 weeks ago13:26

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Social media is an ever-growing place that allows you to connect, celebrate others, and create a growing platform. As inspirational as it may be, scrolling can cause a bit of a side effect where you start to compare yourself with what you see. Deandra talks about that in today's episode. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Feeling Out Of Place 12:35

33 weeks ago12:35

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It's hard to feel as if you should be somewhere, yet feel out of place at the same time. That is what Deandra has been feeling lately and, though she's confused, she's hopeful that things will become figured out in the end. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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The Process Isn't Always Complicated 9:00

35 weeks ago9:00

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Have you ever felt defeated because something you wanted or needed to do felt too difficult? We tend to overthink things, but what seems too impossible to accomplish could become so simple. All you have to do is get out of your head and stop complicating the process. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Flip It And Put It In Reverse 12:55

37 weeks ago12:55

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When it comes to your life, sometimes you have to take the Missy Elliott approach to flip it and reserve it. Starting over and going back to the drawing board is never fun, but you have to remember why you're starting over. To get to where you want to be, you must start from the beginning. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Don't Be Seen Or Heard 13:08

39 weeks ago13:08

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Some people are outgoing and make their presence known with no apologies. However, others prefer to be seen and not heard. You may feel you don't deserve to take up space and let your presence known, but you deserve to be out in the front just as much as anyone else. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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5 Ways To Keep Your Creativity Alive As A Creator 15:05

40 weeks ago15:05

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As a creator (or anyone in general), it's not always easy to remain...well...creative. There are many factors around and inside you that can make it hard to pull the creativity out that you usually have. However, there are ways to help you keep that creativity alive and create something new! Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Sometimes No Advice Is The Best Advice 10:52

41 weeks ago10:52

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Sometimes giving no advice is the best advice. You may mean well when you're trying to help someone, but if you can't relate, you'll just hurt the situation instead of helping. That doesn't mean to stop giving advice, maybe just only for situations where you can be the best help. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Let Them Hate Watch 11:52

42 weeks ago11:52

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Have you ever wondered why people still follow someone they don't like? It's because people love to hate watch. If you have someone who still watches you but dislikes you simultaneously, let them watch. That's your moment to show them exactly how it's done when you mind your business and continue to shine. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Go For The Gold! 13:40

43 weeks ago13:40

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The Olympics is here and its airing is a reminder for you to go for the gold. Sure, you may not be an olympian, but you should strive for "gold" in whatever you're doing. You never know who's watching you as their inspiration. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Sometimes You Just Don't Feel Like It 12:15

44 weeks ago12:15

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Sometimes we find ourselves in a mood where we don't feel like it. No matter what "it" is, it's okay to feel that way. No one can ever judge you for wanting to take a break. It's okay to take care of yourself and put that thing on the backburner for a moment...it'll still be there tomorrow. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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You Are Unique In Your Niche 15:29

45 weeks ago15:29

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Trying to stand out in a niche saturated with different people is hard. The good news is that everyone is just that...different! You don't have to try and become like someone else in hopes of obtaining the success that they have. Being your unique self is what will drive the people towards you! Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Pressure Won't Turn You Into A Diamond 12:32

47 weeks ago12:32

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The phrase "pressure turns you into diamonds" seems nice in hindsight, but how true is it really when it comes to you? The truth is, trying to handle more than you can bear won't turn you into a diamond. It's how you choose to (or not to) care for yourself during it all. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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The Twenties Clock Is Ticking 17:34

48 weeks ago17:34

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Thirty is vastly approaching for Deandra and she's trying to get her life together! Growing up, many of us thought that our thirties would be the prime adult age and we would have our entire lives together. That may be true for some, but changes happen throughout our entire lives and we need to release those expectations society expects us to have by thirty. We're all doing our best to be our best selves and that's good enough. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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The Destination Is Always Unexpected 22:24

49 weeks ago22:24

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Deandra celebrated the sixth anniversary of The Black Princess Diaries blog. With no plans of taking TBPD as far as it has gotten, she realized how unexpected many of our destinations can be. Sometimes we know where we want to go, but end up somewhere completely different. Sometimes we have no idea where we're going, but end up in places we could never imagine. The best part is finding out when we get there. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Release The Expectations Of Others 17:17

50 weeks ago17:17

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In this world, a lot is often expected of us, and even more so from the people we are close to. Holding the weight of those expectations can get heavy. At some point, we must realize that the only expectations that matter are the ones we have for ourselves. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Stand On Business 13:48

51 weeks ago13:48

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We're back and starting season 7 by standing on business! "Stand on business" seems to be the phrase for 2024, and with six months left, it's time to implement it. Don't let another goal, moment, or person slip through the cracks. It's time to say what you mean and mean what you say. Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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It's 2023! 13:46

1 year ago13:46

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With only a few moments left of 2023, it's time to reflect on what we took away from the year. People screamed, "It's 2023!" throughout the year, but what does that mean? As we go into a new year and change 2023 to 2024, allow it to mean that what we did in the year(s) prior, we're no longer accepting or doing in 2024. In 2024, there's no time for anything but growth! *I apologize for the late post; I was under the weather. I appreciate every single one of you and all the support you've given me this year and season! See you all in season 7!* Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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If You Feel Alone, This Is For You 10:47

1 year ago10:47

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Christmas is typically a cheery time and a season where everyone comes together, but not everyone is cheery around this time or has someone. If you feel alone this Christmas season, this episode is for you. Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram

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It Will All Work Out In Due Time 11:34

1 year ago11:34

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I get it, you're working hard and trying your best but it seems like nothing is working out no matter how hard you try. It's exhausting, but the good news is that everything does work out in due time love. Unfortunately, the bad news is that you don't know when that time will be, but you just have to keep pushing until you get there. Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Get Rid Of Those Unnecessary Friends! 12:27

1 year ago12:27

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It's time to clear out those unnecessary friends, and not just physically, but digitally. A lot of us are guilty of allowing our friends list to build up despite not even engaging with half of the people we follow. Clear up that list boo and start fresh with people who serve a purpose! Catch up on blogmas 2023 ! Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Have You Done Your Self Care Today? 11:15

1 year ago11:15

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Sometimes we get so busy that we forget to take care of ourselves. Though self-care Sunday looks different for everyone, it provides the opportunity to remind those who are too busy or feel they don't deserve to partake in self-care. Even the smallest bit of self-care matters! Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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A Little Gratitude Goes A Long Way 10:56

1 year ago10:56

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With so much going on in the world and our personal lives, it's hard to find gratitude in even the smallest spaces. The thing to remember through these tough times is that a little gratitude truly goes a long way. Remember to have gratitude for even the smallest things and watch how far it takes you. Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram…

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Release What's Holding You Down 12:55

2 years ago12:55

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As 2024 is beginning to come to a close, it's important to release what's holding you down. What's keeping you from growing and becoming the person you've been trying to become this entire year but just can't seem to succeed? Is it a person? A thing? YOU? Release that anchor so that you can move forward and grow! Intro and outro beat by ⁠⁠EMusical⁠⁠ Follow Us: ⁠⁠Instagram…

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If You Failed, It's Okay! 13:30

2 years ago13:30

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So, maybe that thing that you thought was going to be a success didn't exactly turn out that way and that's okay! Whenever you start something, you have the hope that it's going to become a success from the first try, but the truth is, that's rarely the case. It's okay to fail and acknowledge that you failed. The important thing is to figure out how you're going to turn this failure around into a success! Intro and outro beat by ⁠EMusical⁠ Follow Us: ⁠Instagram…

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To Routine Or Not To Routine 11:36

2 years ago11:36

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We often hear about routines and how important they are for your daily life...but are they really? Not everyone needs a routine, but some would be lost without them. This begs the question...to routine or not to routine? Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram

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Are We Okay As A Society? 13:28

2 years ago13:28