Show Notes: In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we bring it all together - how our personal journeys of healing and self-discovery are deeply connected to yours. After sharing our own vulnerable stories in the last two episodes, today we reflect on what it all means for you, our dear queer babies, and why your healing matters. Christabel and Kachi discuss the importance of storytelling in the healing process and how being open about our struggles can help others feel seen. We share lessons...

In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Christabel's partner, Kachi, returns to the podcast to interview Christabel. They delve into Christabel's journey of healing through therapy, navigating complex PTSD, and embracing her authentic self. Christabel shares personal stories about her struggles with anger and emotional outbursts, her challenging experiences growing up in an abusive household, and her journey to self-worth and acceptance, despite the lack of support from her religious...

In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Christabel welcomes a special guest, their partner  Kachi, who shares their personal journey of self-discovery and healing. Kachi, an Igbo-American Nigerian artist and recovering engineer, delves into their transition from conforming to societal expectations to embracing their full, authentic self. They discuss the influence of culture, family, and identity on their path, including the pivotal moments of moving to California, growing their facial hair,...

Welcome back to RichQueerAunties, I'm Christabel, your host - nurse leader, writer, and African auntie. Today's episode explores boundaries within the unique context of diasporic origins. Boundaries are often discussed but not in ways that fit our lived experiences. For many of us from the global South or with parents from there, boundaries are intricate. We grew up valuing community and family over individualism. So how do we begin to own our individuality while respecting our roots?...

Welcome back to RichQueerAunties, I'm Christabel, your host - nurse leader, writer, and African auntie. Today's episode explores boundaries within the unique context of diasporic origins. Boundaries are often discussed but not in ways that fit our lived experiences. For many of us from the global South or with parents from there, boundaries are intricate. We grew up valuing community and family over individualism. So how do we begin to own our individuality while respecting our roots?...

Is a Lack of Authenticity Keeping You Stuck? Raise your hand if you're tired of feeling disconnected despite your success. You might think the problem is just about needing a break or figuring out your personal style or whatever else that has you feeling disconnected. But what if it's deeper? You've been told that these parts of your life are separate—your style, your career moves, how you should handle relationships. They sell you on quick fixes: “Use this outfit formula in order to curate...

Hello, wonderful listeners! I’m excited to announce that the Rich Queer Aunties podcast is back! After a year-long hiatus, I’m returning with fresh insights and a renewed focus on empowering Black queer women to embrace their most authentic selves. In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey and the challenges I’ve faced, including my high ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) score and how it’s shaped my path. We’ll dive into the importance of authenticity and how to overcome societal...

This episode is sponsored by Rich Queer Aunties. Visit Rich Queer Aunties for all your fly RQA merch. In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties podcast, host Christabel invites guest Dan to share their journey from being raised as Jehovah's Witnesses and their spiritual journey afterwards. Dan, a multi-dimensional being who is an organizer, spiritualist, sorcerer, and abstract visual artist. Dan also uses sound and music as tools for healing and celebration. They discuss topics such as religious...

Join me for a candid conversation on overcoming the fear of rejection and achieving self-actualization as a former Jehovah’s witness who came out as gay. Learn how embracing authenticity can lead to true fulfillment in life.

Please don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW and SHARE this little podcast of mine. It truly makes all the difference. Welcome to the latest episode of Rich Queer Aunties, where I'll be exploring the complex relationship between collectivism and individuality. Through personal anecdotes and cultural observations, I'll delve into how collectivism can both bind and liberate us. Join the conversation on this fascinating topic with me today! At 04:37, I'll be sharing a powerful example from Ghana, where...

Uncovering Authenticity: A Solo Episode on Love, Loss, and Learning to Heal   Please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a successful podcast and we want nothing but success for my baby. •Don’t forget to visit www.richqueeraunties.com/shop for exclusive RQA merch and original art from Ghana.  •follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/   Welcome back to the podcast, where we dive into all things authenticity, community building, and the luxurious lifestyle....

In this episode, Ginele and Christabel talk about how they address disagreements.  With Ginele being an internal processor and Christabel being an external processor, disagreements can be dicey.  They discuss frameworks they’ve gotten from their couple’s therapist to help them navigate these differences while meeting both their needs.  Call to action: While you’re here, please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a successful podcast and we want nothing but...

In this episode, Christabel interviews Ginele about her first mediation retreat. At the time of recording the episode, we did not understand that a 6 day intensive silent retreat meant that it was 6 days of NO cell phone, NO music, NO reading, NO writing to name a few things. Whew, the fears that came up after we learned that information is one for the books.   We can’t wait to have a post retreat episode where we delve into the lessons Ginele learned.  We’ve been together almost eight...

In this episode, Ginele and Christabel talk all things therapy. Their very different experiences finding a therapist, sticking with a therapist and the barriers of entry to therapy. Yet, there’s nuanace here as therapy is expensive and inaccessible and may not be for everyone. In that case, what alternatives exist for someone seeking self awareness and behavior modification.  Call to action: While you’re here, please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a...

Episode 4 - Who’s to blame? In this episode, Ginele and Christabel talk about the role blame plays in their life and relationship. Who’s to blame for all the things that can happen in a relationship? The infidelities, the feelings of abandonment, the lack of boundaries? It’s a good one. While you’re here, please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a successful podcast and we want nothing but success for our baby.  Don’t forget to visit...

Hi everyone, welcome to episode 3 of Rich queer aunties where we continue the conversation from episode 2.  Here we dive deeper into our individual ways of relating to empathy and how we navigate it in our relationship. Don’t forget to visit www.richqueeraunties.com/shop for exclusive RQA merch.  Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/richqueeraunties/ 

In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Ginele and Christabel get vulnerable on their opposing dispositions as a non-empath and an empath respectively.  They talk about who an empath is, how it’s viewed in society as well as realizations they are having as they continue on their healing journeys. The connection between being an empath and hyper-vigilance as a result of trauma is not often talked about.  In this episode, they talk about realizations Christabel is making about how the two are...

In the very first episode of the Rich Queer Aunties podcast, Christabel and Ginele dive into the story of how they met.  Listen along as they reminisce about meeting in nursing school,  moonshine nights, and, Christabel’s first divorce. Go to www.richqueeraunties.com for exclusive RQA merch.

Hi everyone, it's been a while but that's because I really haven't been in the mood to record. I recorded this episode with Ginele back in November and I’m finally uploading it because I think its hella cute and raw and honest…kinda like our relationship. We’re going to be recording episodes going forward called Fireside Chats with Ginele and Christabel to talk about all the things. Our relationship is my favorite. Not because it’s perfect but because it is a chronicle of two people who...

Is meme repost culture gaslighting you into thinking you’re doing the work? Doing the work irl and finding your people.   In this episode, I talk about: Examining our beliefs Doing the work to figure out what’s yours and what’s not.  Showing up fully in all our messiness to find our people instead of faking it till we make it Reposting mental health memes alone does not the work make. Listen, share, and let’s discuss. 

Capitalism and pay me for my work: My struggle with the nuances therein. > How I broke my ankle > Feeling less alone by listening to the stories of others > How much I make as a nurse > I started a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Christabelmintahgalloway. Become a patron if you’ll like to support me monetarily.  > Why I priced/tiered my Patreon the way I did and why I need to keep my 9-5 job > Can I make a living doing what I love > Are these questions as a result of my...

I’ve had many relationships over the years all with trials but none has been as impactful as my current one with my partner and that with my mom over our lifetime. I believe that our relationships can be outstanding teachers if we are in the right space to be a student. Otherwise, it becomes about blame game. Focusing on the other person’s shortcomings or how they’re toxic or and anything else that is not how we can learn about ourselves from that relationship. Disclaimer *this is not talking...

It’s been a while and I want to say thank you for all your FIVE STAR REVIEWS! It makes a difference in getting the podcast to reach the people to whom it’s intended for. Things I talk about in this episode: Life updates: Leaving texas, going to Mexico, Indiana Moving all our stuff from Indiana and finally moving to Oakland after our first travel assignment here 5 years agoThe loft; how spacious it is, how I got my water view finally! The fun I’ve been having decorating The trauma post COVID...

Back Like I never LeftHere’s a quick update on what I’ve been up do in the last three months. To include: COVID- 19 emergency relief work in southern TexasI turned 35 during first hurricane ever! In Mexico!!Not being sure of who you want to be when you grow upDealing with self-doubt, a different brain and a world that demands productivityHealing from religious indoctrination in order to find my voice (ps. still searching). And so many more...30 minutes of just chatting it up. I'll be back to...