Stay ConnectedFellow blogger and podcast host, Deandra, is talking all things lifestyle, giving you all of the real, and everything in between while leaving her listeners with some motivation at the end. So put on your crowns, fill up your favorite cup, and enjoy. You’re tuned into The Black Princess Diaries podcast.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!*
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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Everyone in this life has a choice to be kind, and though there are plenty of people who are, there are also plenty who choose not to be. There is a lot going on with us as a society and some people make choices, such as offensive comments online, just because. Seeing these things often begs the question: Are we okay as a society?
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When you look at something that's considered broken...whether that be a glass, a vase, or even yourself...the first thing you think is that it's now useless. However, that's not the case at all. Anything broken, even a person who feels as if they're broken, can be renewed into something even more beautiful than it was before.
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Have you ever had a hard time trying to think of content to make? It happens to all of us at some point, but what if it's a continuous thing? Sometimes, not being able to think of things or feeling lost and unmotivated is your brain's way of telling you something. If you haven't, take a moment and listen to what it's trying to say.
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Life is definitely "lifing" and can aid in holding you back on your dreams. However, when are you going to realize that sometimes it's not always life or other things that are holding you back, but it's potentially you instead? Sometimes we have to push ourselves, but the question is...how far are you willing to push yourself to achieve your dreams?
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In a world where it seems as if money is limited and there's not enough for every creator, I'm here to tell you that is not true! There's enough for everyone to thrive in the creator world. The most important thing is to keep going and it will come!
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Today is International Day of Friendship, which not only reminds us to be grateful for our friends we've come to know in person, but for the ones the internet has allowed us to make from all over the world. Though today is about celebrating your friendships with others, it's also important to think about yourself and if you're the friend to yourself that you make an account to be to others.
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It's hard out here for a lot of us bigger girls who don't feel the most confident with our curves or showing our bodies and takes a lot of work to get to a place where you are. You should always love and appreciate your body, and now is the perfect time to start!
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Social media day is coming up, which makes you think about all of the ways that it has grown since the internet started. Social media has opened a wide array of doors for numerous people, and as amazing as it can be, there are always going to be a good side and bad side to something...especially social media.
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Taking care of plants is just like when you're trying to take care of your craft. In order to allow your craft to grow and bloom, you have to nourish and put all of your love and care into it. It also takes a lot of time (and sometimes money), but the end result will always be worth it.
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Despite many struggles to keep going (including current ones), The Black Princess Diaries blog has reached its 5th year. It would be impossible to get here without pushing through and keeping in mind the very things that help keep me motivated. Everyone has something that keeps them going through hard times...what really keeps you going?
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The Black Princess Diaries Podcast celebrates being played in your ears, through your car speakers, and on your phones for four years now...but what if it never made it this far because of doubt? Everyone goes through moments where you're questioning if what you're doing is meant for you, but your victories (big and little) have already given you the answer.
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It's no secret that clothing stores need to do better when it comes to catering to the plus size community. It makes it harder for bigger girls and women to find their own style and feel beautiful in the clothes they're wearing, but big girls deserve to feel and look beautiful too!
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One thing lesson that is learned when you hear about the passing of Jerry Springer and many others is that life is short and what you leave behind is just as important as the impressions you're making when you're here. Whether it's your personality or a business, it's important to leave something behind to be remembered by.
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It's a new year and a new season! We're starting season 6 off in a way that we only know how...with some realness. This content creation life isn't easy in the slightest, especially when your brain is making it even harder to get things done, and it's all being unpacked in today's episode.
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It's the last episode of the season and to end season 5, Deandra is leaving you with twelve things to keep in mind for the new year ahead.
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In this episode, Deandra discusses how she's trying to figure out the tone for her podcast. This creates a realization that, no matter the situation, the tone you set matters.
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Are you a naughty or nice podcaster? Tune in to find out in today's episode while also learning the do's and don'ts of being a podcaster.
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December is right around the corner, which also means that so is the end of the year. With this being the time that everyone starts bringing up resolutions and how you should end the year and begin the next, the pressure is beginning to rise.
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Deandra has a confession, and it's that she might have let the blogger personality consume her. Now she has to figure out how to find a middle ground between her professional side and her loose side.
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Sometimes those little sayings we grew up hearing as kids end up being the same sayings that we didn't know we would need to hear as adults. The same goes for the qualities and skills that our parents or grandparents had that we just never felt the need to take up as children. We find ourselves wishing we had those same skills now as adults.
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From the shop to social media, things are starting to look a little fuzzy for Deandra and she's trying to figure out where exactly to move next.
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Holiday season is here and the holidays are vastly approaching, which means so are those bad holiday habits as well. In today's episode, Deandra's sharing eight bad holiday habits that you need to break this season!
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This year has not been the most kind to Deandra and she shares all of the things that had made her want to give up, but she also shares why she's choosing not to and why you shouldn't either.
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Disney has officially shared the trailer for the live-action Little Mermaid, which has brought up more controversy surrounding Halle Bailey playing the main character, Ariel. In today's episode, Deandra shares the importance of diversity and provides a little reminder about the movie to those who may have forgotten.
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American Businesswoman Day is coming up this week and Deandra is reminding all the Businesswomen who are listening to celebrate themselves and their business!
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Life can get really hectic and become too much, which is why it's best to settle down and appreciate the more simple things in life. Based on her blog post, Deandra shares five ways that you can simplify your life!
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After discovering a video that has been going around Twitter where someone is body shaming music artist Lizzo, Deandra is sharing her thoughts on the video and body shaming as a whole.
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After taking unexpected time off from posting, Deandra had to remind herself that she is human and not a machine.
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Being a content creator isn't as easy as it may seem. In today's episode, Deandra shares the different reasons why it's hard to survive social media as a content creator.
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Life is spiraling a little bit right now for Deandra and she's lost control. In today's episode, she's discussing the importance of learning to be okay with not being in control and allowing life to take its course.
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In today's episode, Deandra shares why you should stop using other people's pictures as goals and use your own because you are the goal!
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Hot girl summer is officially here, but what does having a hot girl summer entail? Deandra gives you tips just on how you can have a hot girl summer of your own!
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Juneteenth is officially a federal holiday, but is that a good thing? Or will people just take this a free day? Deandra shares her thoughts in today's episode!
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The name of the social media game may be to get followers, but does it mean anything if the followers you're gaining aren't from a genuine place? Find out how to grow your followers that are genuine in today's episode!
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After a month of dealing with some mental health issues, Deandra is slowly working on getting back on track the best she can. This led to her thinking about the many people who don't acknowledge when they're struggling mentally, which brought her to ask...have you checked in with yourself lately?
Being a new business owner is not easy, and you never know how things will turn out when you first open shop. Deandra is sharing her experience so far being one month in as a new e-commerce shop owner.
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Representation in the plus-size community is crucial, and Lizzo opened the doors to showcase more representation in the dance world with her new show "Watch Out For The Big Girls".
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Being a content creator while struggling with mental health is tough to balance and Deandra opens up to share her experience lately as she's currently struggling.
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Deandra has added another venture into her repertoire, which means more tasks to juggle. The question is...can she handle it?
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Sabria Sparrow is a 25-year-old blogger who recently wrote all about how to be happier in your twenties. Listen in as we talk about living life in your twenties and she goes through some of her tips on how to be happier.
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The end of an era is here...for the season anyway. Deandra is thankful for everyone that has supported her this season and she provides her last bits of motivation for the end of season four.
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Our peace is sometimes the only thing we have to ourselves, but there are people and situations that can and will easily destroy that. Deandra talks about it in this episode.
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There's always a debate online about who does more for who in relationships or who gets the worst treatment. The truth is, there are good and bad people on both sides. Let's get into this great debate!
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It's often heard that someone is scared to fail, but what about being scared to succeed?
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The end of the year is vastly approaching, but have you begun preparing yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally for a new year?
It's great to clap for others and cheer on their wins, but what about when it's time for them to do the same? Some people secretly don't want you to succeed and it shows. Let's talk about it!
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The statement that you shouldn't trust everything you see on the internet is 100% true and Deandra talks about that in today's episode. She also shares how she feels as if she's made things look as if they're going great, and yet, things aren't as sweet as they may seem.
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Funnel cakes, rides, music...oh my! There are so many aspects that make the fair an experience, but have you ever thought to compare it to entrepreneurship? If the idea has never come to mind, tune in as Deandra shares how entrepreneurship is like taking a trip to the fair.
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A lot of things in this world can be toxic, but can positivity be toxic as well? Find out what prompted this question and what are Deandra's thoughts.
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Everyone has their own journey when it comes to gaining self-confidence. Being on a journey of her own, Deandra has a few tips to provide that could help others with theirs as well.
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When you're so used to being in a cycle of bad habits, it can become pretty easy to get addicted. In this episode, Deandra tries something new and admits that she may be addicted in hopes of helping herself and others like her.
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Learning time management and how to avoid distractions often go hand in hand. They're important to tackle when needing to accomplish your goals and Deandra is sharing just how important with her firsthand experience of what it looks like when you don't.
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As a twenty-something-year-old, life can become pretty hectic and stressful when you have so much to try and figure out. This isn't your flapper girl type of twenties we're talking about. This is a lot different and very...well...chaotic!
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Like most, Deandra is often on social media including Twitter. She sees a lot of outlandish comments that leave her amazed about what people decide to say online. What those people might not realize or even care about at the moment, is that their words hold a lot of weight.
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If you're a TikTok user, then you may have seen the trend where people share videos of them become "that girl". Though there's a little controversy about the trend, Deandra believes it's important to want to become "that girl" for reasons beyond the aesthetic videos that are shown.
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Wait...someone that's admitting they're not perfect!? Gasp! That's right, in this episode Deandra is letting everyone know that she is a hot mess, but she also shares why it is okay and why others should feel okay if they are the same.
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In today's episode, Deandra shares a story about the journey of her plants, but the meaning turns out to be something deep that a lot of people can resonate with themselves.
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Deandra has been keeping up with the current Olympics for the first time this year and something happened with Simone Biles that neither she nor the world thought would happen. Find out what that is why it REALLY makes her the goat.
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In today's episode, Deandra has a conversation with the multitalented fashion designer and blogger Erica Raquel. Erica talks about her latest project and they both get into the discussion of remaining authentic as a content creator.
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In this episode, Deandra is laying it all out on the table and sharing her frustrations with society and how they treat fat women and women in the plus-size community.
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Do you recall being told as a child that you should be seen and not heard? Maybe as a pre-teen or teenager, not having the authority to tell adults what was really on your mind? Well, the habit of keeping quiet could travel with you into adulthood, which then allows people to do or say whatever they want. It's time to make a vow to never let that happen again!
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Deandra is a single 26-year-old who is refusing to take another dive into the dating pool. She has some thoughts on how dating is today and is sharing those thoughts in today's episode.
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Deandra has been making sure she remains on the pathway to success and now she's making sure you do the same by sharing the acronym M.A.P. that she created. Find out exactly what it stands for and how you can use it too!
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With everything personal and in between going on, Deandra is feeling like her crown is slipping from the weight of it all. However, she knows that she's not alone and has a message for the women who are also feeling the same and need some encouragement to pick up their crowns as well.
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Saying "I don't see color" is a popular statement that is used often by people who don't reside in the black and brown community. Some people assume they're being harmless when saying it, and some are using it to defend their racism. What was first written as a blog post, Deandra felt inspired by the celebration of Juneteenth to take this topic further and discuss it in today's podcast episode.
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Today's episode features new and upcoming YouTuber Kalia, also known as ShineKataleya on Youtube. Tune in as we're diving into her YouTube channel, discussions on dealing with miscarriage, and talk of the future.
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People have been starting to realize their worth and leaving their toxic jobs. This was no different for Deandra as she left her job right in the middle of a pandemic. Listen in as she explains the reasons for leaving and why it's good that others are leaving their jobs too.
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Hey loves! We're FINALLY back with the first episode of season four! In this episode, Deandra gets right into it with her first topic of the season about the struggles of becoming an entrepreneur. Going through the process herself, she knows A LOT about the subject, but she also leaves you feeling hopeful about the beauty of the journey.
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It's the last episode of season 3...my how time flies! Deandra couldn't just leave without giving a little word for you guys to think about of course! Listen in as she talks all about perspective, and make sure you go through the entire episode because there just might be a special announcement.
Fellow entrepreneurs know that this world is not for the weak or the shy at all! It forces you to step out of your shell, or get left behind. Listen in as Deandra discusses how the language she uses when she's promoting her blogger service made her realize how she needs to step out of her shell if she wants to succeed.
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With everything going on and being thrown at us this year, including the injustices, it doesn't seem like there is such a thing as peace. This world has been anything but peaceful and it makes you wonder...what is peace?
I know what you're thinking..."Why in the world would I do that?" Well, listen to today's episode and you'll see exactly why Deandra says you should write a letter to your bullies.
There are no guarantee ways to achieve success, but today, Deandra is giving you 5 ways that can help you set yourself up for it. Grab a pencil and some paper or your phone and get ready to take some notes!
Imposter Syndrome is very real, but it's important to commit to yourself and your talents. Deandra knows a little bit about that as she discusses her blogger consultation service and dealing with imposter syndrome.
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2020 has been a tough year for the black community. A year of constant mourning for one of our own.
It's really easy to compare where you are now to where someone else is in life, especially when that person has the same goal as you. Everyone succeeds and accomplishes their own goals in their own time.
Deandra has made a big decision, which she hints about in today's podcast. This decision has led her to the idea to speak about deciding your own path.
No relationship is perfect, but there are some key points that each relationship should have in order to work. Grab your pen and paper or your phone and get ready to jot down these seven key points to a good relationship.
In today's podcast episode, Deandra tells you how she made the switch from not being motivated to becoming motivated and putting her all into her work.
Moving from blog post form to podcast form, Deandra helps explains why your body is beautiful. A lot of us in the world may not see our bodies in the light that we should. What makes it beautiful anyway? Give a listen and find out.
Jada has brought a new word for us to get into and that is entangled. Deandra doesn't know about Jada's entanglement, but she knows this world is in an entanglement, and today she discusses it.
Listen as I interview special guest Angela Humphrey. She talks about her life as a black female entrepreneur as she dives into how her business started and where she plans on ending up in the future. If you'd like to keep up with Angela and follow her along her journey, you can check out all of her social media links below:
Website- https://www.beejoyshair.com/
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Today Deandra is discussing the 2020 BET Awards, Juneteenth, and how they both give you that feeling of black pride. She also brings up the 4th of July and just why she no longer feels the need to celebrate it.
We have made it through the first six months of 2020 and boy, what crazy months they were! However, the question stands...where do we go from here?
Today is fathers day, and it makes you think how important it is to have a father in your life as well as the effects of not having one in your life.
We all love our friends, but sometimes you have to set limits and realize that you're their friend and not their parent.
If you feel offended listening to this episode...good. Today, Deandra is getting into white privilege and making a call to action for people to keep the same energy they've been having lately and continue to support the black community.
A lot is going on in 2020 and in the first episode of season 3, Deandra feels she needs to touch on what's been going on in the news lately. However, as always, she leaves you with something positive to take with you throughout your day.
It's so hard to say goodbye! In today's episode, Deandra wraps up season 2. She discusses past episodes just for a roundup and goes over a few topics that have been discussed during the season.
In today's episode, Deandra brings up Valentine's day and dating apps. Are they the only hope these days to meeting people?? Give a listen as Deandra discusses this topic!
It's black history month, and so many amazing people that we honor went through so much in their time, yet they didn't let it stop them. If they didn't let obstacles get in their way like racism and slavery...why should we let obstacles get in our way?
Life can knock you right on your back and this episode, Deandra discusses just that. She mentions going through some struggles of her own, but also reminding you to not let life keep you down.
Today Deandra discusses grinding and the way society perceives it. She gives you a few definitions of the word and leaves you asking yourself...is it for everyone?
Deandra is turning 25 soon and she's freaking out! Is this an early midlife crisis? Listen as she talks about it!
Deandra has seen that people have decided to make a word for the year. This year she decided to make one of her own and she talks about it, what it means, and how to apply it for the year. This year, the word is self-love.
2019 is leaving and 2020 is vastly approaching...literally in three days! In the last episode of the year, Deandra does a small recap and gives you some encouraging words and advice to take into the new year.
New Year is vastly approaching and that means people are getting ready to write their usual resolutions. The problem is...we fail at them every time. In today's podcast episode, Deandra discusses why that is.
This is no news that black girls are winning, but we are really taking home the crown lately with FOUR black pageant 2019 winners! How amazing is that!? Deandra discusses the significance of these wins and brings you a little motivation for black girls to take with them into the new year and years to come.
When vision is 2020, that means it's perfect and clear. Deandra talks about making next year just that in today's episode. Make 2020 your year of perfect vision.
With the holidays around, some people feel entitled to get a gift. Deandra discusses this in today's episode.
Adulting is as ghetto as it gets and today Deandra is discussing some of the many reasons why.
From T.I. checking his daughter's hymen to an innocent young woman in college being murdered by her best friend. So much is going on that shows you how important it is to protect yourself and your wellbeing.
We're back with season 2! This episode Deandra catches you up on what's been going on and the exciting new things that are coming her way. Are you ready to get started??
It's the last episode of the season! I'm leaving you guys with a positive note and inspiration that you can do anything..because you can!
Plenty of us are sleeping on ourselves but it's time to wakeup and wake the world up. We have so much potential in this world...let's show them what you got!
We tend to put so much pressure on ourselves that it can really mess with our mental health and cause us to perform worse than before we pressured ourselves. Sometimes all we need is a breather.
A lot of people, including myself, are trying to keep up with the Instagram game or just trying to live like they have more than they really do. The question is...should you?
Today I have new author Sherman Williams on the podcast discussing his book called The Search. I ask him a few questions and we get to learn a little bit more about him and the reason behind why he wrote his book.
So many people out there don't realize their worth so they keep the company of others who also don't know the worth of the person. It's time to stop and say no to anyone that doesn't see the beauty in you.
We're alive but are we LIVING?? I resonate on this a bit in today's episode. It's important not to let life get in the way of you living.
Sometimes we may not feel like a girl boss even though it can be as simple as saying you are one. I provide just a few tips to help you get into the mindset of feeling like one in hopes you're able to take these tips into your daily lives.
Sadly, not everyone can be open about their sexuality without being put in danger. I believe everyone should be able to wave their pride flag high. Never be ashamed of who you are.
Sometimes an ex tries to come back into our lives. Maybe you're the ex that's trying to come back into someone else's life. Regardless, it's important to remember, you're an ex for a reason.
Nike released a plus sized mannequin, but it seems like there's some backlash about it. Today I discuss it.
People may not be 100% for you all the time, but you have to be 100% for yourself and your craft.
Today's episode discusses body confidence and how we should exude that during the hotter months and even all year round.
In today's podcast, I discuss staying cool, pay tribute to our fallen soldiers, and talk about The Friend Therapist Syndrome.
This week I'm discussing topics written on my blog about the abortion laws, my exciting news, my faith, and black mental health. Grab your drinks and snacks because these are some big topics and we're taking a dive!
An intro to who is and what is The Black Princess Diaries.
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