Ep 38: healing hyper independence: learning to be soft & let go of control
We have spent most of my life being hyper-independent — always in control, always strong, always responsible. But somewhere along the way, survival mode started to feel heavy.
In this video, we are sharing our journey of healing hyper-independence, learning how to release control, and intentionally stepping into my soft, feminine era. This isn’t about being weak — it’s about allowing rest, emotional safety, and softness after years of self-reliance.
If you’ve ever felt like you have to do everything alone, struggle with receiving help, or find it hard to relax and trust, this video is for you 🤍
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7 Jan 2026
Ep 37: why are people uncomfortable with female friendships | soulmates not rivals
In this episode of Life As, we talk about why healthy female friendship still makes people uncomfortable — and how moments like Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s public support of each other expose how deeply we’re conditioned to expect competition between women.
We unpack why we’re so used to seeing women pitted against each other, why friendship between women is often misunderstood or minimized, and how your best friend can feel just as powerful — if not more — than a romantic soulmate.
This conversation is about redefining intimacy, celebrating women supporting women, and letting go of the idea that love only counts when it’s romantic.
If you’ve ever felt like your friendships don’t get the same respect as your relationships, this episode is for you.
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1 Jan 2026
Ep 36: life as celebrating and exiting 2025 | marriage, entrepreneurship, no babies and more
This episode I celebrate what 2025 was for me. The highest of highs and lowest of lows ! I hope you celebrate 2025 and are ready to welcome in 2026! HAPPY NEW YEARS ❤️
Bye bye 2025. Welcome 2026. ✨
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe as we step into the new year together.
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26 Dec 2025
Ep 35. LIFE AS grieving the loss of a child from gun violence
This week's episode features a heartfelt conversation with my friend Dalyjonna's mom. She opens up about the profound grief and loss she's endured, sharing the intimate details of how she lost her daughter and how her life has been forever changed. We go from who Cherise was before she was a mother, how mother hood changed her life, who Daiyionna was, and the day that changed it all.
Here are the details for her nonprofit that will be for other families that experienced loss like this and need to be in community with other people who understand it. Get connected at Dai Dreams Non Profit
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26 Dec 2025
EP 34. LIFE AS as women sharing unpopular opinions and hot takes
This week my bestfriend and I sit down to discuss what may be "unpopular" to some. We play a game, give hot takes, unpopular opinions and give unsolicited advice but we hope you enjoy this lighthearted conversation.
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