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Do You Care as Much as You Should?: Exploring the Empathy Deficit Oct 17, 2023

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Many of us believe that we’re compassionate and consider the feelings and experiences of others but what if we told you as a collective we’re not empathetic enough? It’s true! The world is experiencing an empathy deficit and today, we’re talking about it. In this episode we discuss: What factors contribute to our lack of empathy The difference between empathy and sympathy; the 3 types of empathy How to retrain your brain to become more empathetic towards others And much more! This week’s gem: How to use your FSA/HSA at Sephora! Good Moms Bad Choices are bringing their live show experience to Los Angeles on October 21st! Their ‘Confessions of a Good Mom’ tour is the ultimate girls night or date night so get ready to enjoy an evening of sexy entertainment, naughty confessions, and surprise guests. This is the perfect place to feel unashamed and indulge in a wild and soul filling evening at the Teragram Ballroom! Grab your tickets now! Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Are You Sliding or Deciding?: Why You Need to Make Intentional Choices in Love Oct 10, 2023

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How many times have you been in a relationship and all of a sudden you’re living together or expecting a child? Do you recall the conversation that led you to such a milestone decision? It’s likely there wasn’t one. Today, we’re discussing what it means to make intentional choices rather than slide into decisions within your relationship. In this episode we discuss: The difference between sliding and deciding when it comes to your love life. How to make better decisions and feel good about the outcomes Tips to avoid sliding in your relationship Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Are You The Drama?: Exploring Drama Addiction Oct 03, 2023

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Let’s keep it real! There’s a little drama queen in all of us but some of the girls have taken it a bit too far. If you’re drawn to chaos or know someone who can’t seem to avoid the drama, this episode is for you! In this episode we discuss: Need For Drama (NFD) and signs of this personality trait Tips to manage your desire for drama Ways to deal with the drama addicts in your life And much more! Do you have a propensity for drama? Take the test here! This week’s gem: Addicted to Drama: Healing Dependency on Crisis and Chaos in Yourself and Others by Dr. Scott Lyons Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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How to be In a Healthy Relationship with Yourself Sep 26, 2023

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How long has it been since you’ve examined the relationship you have with yourself? When you think about what it looks like to show up as a good partner in a relationship or a great homegirl in a friendship, are you showing up in the same ways for yourself? Today we’re discussing how to fall in love with the most important person in your life, YOU! In this episode we discuss: The importance of being in a healthy relationship with yourself How to be a better partner to yourself And much more! Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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You Called, We Answered: The Homegirl Hotline- Relationship Edition Sep 19, 2023

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What would you do if you hated your bestfriend’s cheating man? How long should you date someone before expecting them to pop the question? If things didn’t work out, is it okay to spin the block and try again? Is it fair to have to choose sides between your husband and your bestfriend?? Today, we’re answering the homegirl hotline calls and giving the girls the relationship advice they need! Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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How to be Happy Single (Even If You Want a Relationship) Sep 12, 2023

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In a world that often glorifies romantic relationships, it can be challenging to navigate the realm of singlehood. Today we're reminding you that you don't need a relationship to complete your life; you can complete yourself. Whether you're happily single, single and ready for a relationship, or dating, this episode is for you! In this episode we discuss: The benefits on being single + how we personally navigate our singlehood How to embrace the singleness stage on your path to finding love Questions to ask yourself if you've found that you can't accept your singleness And much more! This week’s gem: Banana Bright + Vitamin CC Eyestick (OleHenriksen) Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Why Can’t You Stop Going Back to Your Ex? Sep 05, 2023

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Are you stuck in a cycle of make-up to break-up with your boo? Does your back and forth relationship offer you a false sense of stability? Although on-and-off again relationships are common, it’s time we look at the real reason you can’t stop going back to your ex. In this episode we discuss: Common causes for on/off again relationships Our experience with on/off again relationships How to end the cycle of make-up to break-up And much more! This week’s gem: Foresight Mental Health Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Rich Auntie Supreme: Living Child-free by Choice Aug 29, 2023

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Have you always envisioned yourself as a mom? Do you picture a future without children? What would life look like if you chose a child-free life? Have you felt shame from society because you don’t want kids? Today we’re discussing what it means to live child-free by choice. In this episode we discuss: Myths associated with the decision to be child-free How to respond to societal pressures and expectations regarding becoming a parent or not Questions to ask yourself if you’re struggling with the complex feelings of having children or not And much more This week’s gems: Rich Auntie Supreme Instagram Childfree by Choice: The Movement Redefining Family and Creating a New Age of Independence Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Use code SHECONNECTSEARLY for $200 off until 9/6 Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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You Called, We Answered: The Homegirl Hotline Aug 22, 2023

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Can you distinguish if a friend is being competitive or copying your every move? Would you let your sneaky link borrow money after 2 months of talking? How would you feel if your best friend didn’t invite you on her birthday trip?? Today, we’re answering the homegirl hotline calls and giving the girls the advice they need! Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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How to Reevaluate Your Goals and Become the Person You Want to Be Aug 15, 2023

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Do you remember the goals/intentions you set at the top of the year? How successful have you been in achieving them?? As the initial enthusiasm of the new year fades and we find ourselves in the midst of the year, it's not uncommon to realize that the goals we set at the beginning of the year might not be resonating as they once did. Whether you're experiencing a mid-year goal slump or seeking guidance on refining your desires this episode is for you! In this episode we discuss: Strategies for reevaluating and adapting your goals for continued growth + success How to work towards identity based goals as opposed to destination-oriented goals And much more! This week’s gem- Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond the Clock by Jenny Odell Homegirl, are you in LA? Join us outside for a BYOE* Park Day on 8/19 – bring whatever you need to have a great time! Register Here Hit our Homegirl Hotline…we’d love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you’re proud of, or any gems you think we’d enjoy. Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts! Shop our Merch here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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