Do you ever find yourself bypassing your needs and desires for the sake of keeping another person happy? Have you ever silenced your opinions or thoughts to avoid making someone mad? In this episode Aniska returns to the podcast for a conversation on people-pleasing. We discuss where our people-pleasing habits show up most, where they may have originated, and how we navigate those habits to make sure our needs and wants are being met. Enjoyed this episode? Share on social media and tag us...

Do you ever find yourself code-switching in the work place or around people who are of a different culture than you?  In this week's episode we discuss code switching and the burden that it places on Black people and other people of color. We discuss the struggle to choose where and when to reveal our accents and dialects, as well as what raising American children might be like for Caribbean-born parents.  Enjoyed this episode? Share on social media and tag us @gooduppod! SPONSOR...

Do you ever experience burnout? How do you practice self-care when you begin to experience mental or physical exhaustion as a result of your responsibilities?  In this week's episode we dive into the concept of burnout. We discuss why and how Black women experience burnout at increased levels and where the need to perform at high levels originates for many of us. We also discuss what lessons each of us recently learned as a result of ignoring our body's need to rest.  Enjoyed this episode?...

Have you ever trusted or admired someone only for them to turn out to be the opposite of who they portrayed themselves to be? In this week's episode we discuss Derrick Jaxn, Jonathan Majors, and other prominent men who have been outed as harmful toward women. We also discuss whether the Black church has harmed Black women and why men who are "pro-women" should never be given platforms for it.  Enjoyed this episode? Share on social media and tag us @gooduppod! SPONSOR INFORMATION:  This...

That's a WRAP for season 8! In this week's episode, we take time to reflect on the eighth season of the podcast and also celebrate Good Up's third birthday on December 9th! From our top episodes of the season to things we regret saying on the show, dream guests, burnout, and more - this is a finale to remember! THANK YOU for supporting our show this season. SHOP DEIDRE'S COLLAB: Deidre is collaborating with Mixed Feelings on a candle collection for the holidays! Shop the collection here....

Do you feel like you express enough gratitude toward your life? In what ways do you practice gratitude? How do you balance your gratitude with needed moments of negativity? In this week's episode we're talking all about gratitude and what we're grateful for. We also touch on the "Negative Nancys" in our lives and how we navigate relationships with people who are constantly pessimistic. Enjoyed this episode? Share on social media and tag us @gooduppod! SPONSOR INFORMATION: This episode...

Have you ever heard of the term “pretty privilege?” Do you ever wonder if the way that others interact with you could be based on your looks? Pretty privilege or “beauty bias” works on the principle that people who are deemed more attractive—based on accepted societal beauty standards— are treated differently than those who do not. In this week's episode, Kavita Patel (Bitter to Better) joins us to discuss the concept of pretty privilege/beauty bias. We take turns sharing our personal...

How many siblings do you have and what is your relationship dynamic like? How did the way you were raised affect the way you navigated your sibling relationships? Do you have other people in your circle of care that you call brothers and sisters? In a continuation of our "The Things We Learn From..." series, this week's episode touches on sibling relationships: the good, the bad, and the hilarious. From sibling dynamics and rivalries, to the struggles of oldest daughters, sibling fall outs,...

What’s your relationship like with your hair? Has your hair ever had an influence on how you navigate your life and relationships? In this week’s episode Cleo (@theglow_whisperer) and Lanae (@bossupwithlanae) join us to talk about our respective hair journeys and the relationships Black women have with their hair: from the pressure to have straight silky hair, to the natural hair movement, shaving our heads, loc journeys and more we’ll explore how our hair has had an effect on our sense of...

What's the craziest piece of gossip you've ever heard about yourself? Have you ever been guilty of spreading rumors? In this week's episode we talk all about rumors and the ways that we've been personally harmed by them. From how gossip affects relationships to how rumors can be a form of bullying, we're telling it all. Join the conversation by using #gooduptuesday or tagging us on socials @gooduppod. SPONSOR INFORMATION: This episode of Good Up is sponsored by Empath Psychological...

What is your opinion of life coaches and motivational speakers? In this week’s episode we discuss the rise of viral life and femininity coaches and gurus and the ways that people in positions of power or visibility have manipulated the masses. From steering Black community conversations on dating and self respect, to spewing internalized misogyny, and creating workshops and conferences that cost thousands under the guise of of self-care and self-betterment. Join the conversation using...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions on abuse in all forms. Have you or anyone you loved ever experienced any of the 6 forms of abuse? How did it affect you on an emotional and psychological level? In this week's episode we discuss abuse from our personal perspectives and the ways that society tends to excuse different forms of abuse by masking it as "love." We also touch on the rights of abuse survivors to cope in their own ways. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday...

How would you describe your ego? Is it big or small? How does your ego show itself? This week we're talking all about the ego and our sense of self-importance: from how our egos show themselves in our behaviors to how our egos can sometimes affect how we navigate relationships with others. We also discuss the concept of an "ego death" and why everyone must find balance with their egos. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday or tag us on socials @gooduppod. Support the show

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse. Grooming is defined as when someone builds a relationship, trust and emotional connection with a child or young person so they can manipulate, exploit and abuse them. In this week's episode, Audrey Malone joins  us for a conversation on our personal experiences in inappropriate relationships with adults, what led to those relationships and how they impacted us, as well as a culture of victim blaming that does not protect or...

How do you actively choose joy in your life? Is joy the center of your priorities or do you tend to center accomplishments and other more tangible goals? In this week's episode we discuss the importance of choosing joy and the different ways we've chosen to step away from societal pressures in search of joy.  Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday and tag us on social media @gooduppod. Support the show

What happens when you have a child and it isn’t the “beautiful” journey everyone promised it would be? How do parents and mothers in particular explore feelings of resentment when having to choose between their own autonomy and their children?  In this episode, Tis Best returns to the podcast for a transparent and emotional conversation exploring the layers to motherhood that aren't often spoken on. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday or tag us on social media using @gooduppod. Support...

We're back for a brand new season with a long-awaited recap and review of Beyonce's RENAISSANCE album featuring our good sis Diamond. From initial reactions, to favorite tracks, and what this album means for each of our personal journeys this was a hilarious conversation between sisters about one of our favorite topics in the world: the queen herself. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday or tag us online @gooduppod.  Support the show

Would you consider yourself an emotionally intelligent person? Are you aware of the components of emotional intelligence?  In this week's episode and season finale, we briefly recap our favorite episodes and how this season turned out to be therapeutic for both hosts. We discuss the concept of emotional intelligence and how each of this season's episodes were a part of a larger conversation on self awareness, self regulation, empathy and more.  We can't thank our audience enough for an...

Have you ever been ghosted? Have you ever ghosted someone? Is there ever a situation in which ghosting someone without explanation is okay?  In this week's episode we discuss the concept of ghosting and share our experiences with being ghosted. We discuss how ghosting affects us, situations where we think ghosting might make sense as well as our thoughts on different excuses people have given for ghosting. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday or tagging us @gooduppod.  Support the show

Finding a therapist can be intimidating and, similar to dating, it can take  a few tries before you find someone you vibe with. We're here to tell you how normal that is. This week on the pod: Tamara McMillan (@thecruciancounselor and @_greaterchanges) joins us to discuss the process of finding and vetting therapists as well as why all formats of therapy don’t work for everyone. ⁣We’ll get advice on what to look for, how to communicate expectations, how to track progress, advocate for...

Have you ever experienced grief? How has your grief shown itself? Are we allowed to experience grief for people we've never met? In this episode, Charniah Wilson of "Grief Is Ghetto" (Tiktok @charniahwilson) joins us to talk about the concept of grief and mourning and different ways to process the passing of a loved one. She also tells us more about how she's created a safe space online for strangers to come together to talk about their grief. We cover anger as a result of grief, questioning...

Have you ever heard of an "inner child?" What unmet needs do you have from childhood? How have the events of your childhood affected the way you navigate the world emotionally?  This week, we tackle the subject of the inner child and identifying parts of your inner child that may need to be healed. We also discuss ways to connect with your inner child in positive ways as well as how to create space for them. Join the conversation by tagging us @gooduppod or using #gooduptuesday.  The...

Are you pro-life or pro-choice? How can you possibly be affected by the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade?  In reflection of the current political atmosphere, this week we talked about about how the world treats women. From losing abortion and reproductive health access, to the way society reacts to violence against women, to expectations in motherhood and marriage. Join the conversation by tagging us @gooduppod or using #gooduptuesday.  Two Way Street Welcome to the Two Way Street...

How well would you say you know your friends or family members? This week we play a game called "We're Not Really Strangers" - a purpose-driven card game designed to allow you to cultivate deeper relationships and help form new ones. During the episode we learned about each other's first impressions, stories about strangers that changed our lives and more. Join the conversation using #gooduptuesday and by tagging us online @gooduppod.  WeAreLATech Podcast, Immediately Plug Into the Los...

In this week's episode, India (@perfect_imperfections_4 on TikTok) joins us for a fun conversation about turning 30 and the pressure we often feel to have our lives together before that deadline.  We discussed the differences between life in your 30s  versus life in your 20s and all of the lessons we've learned in the journey along the way. We talk everything from aging to  career goals, to marriage goals and having children. Finally, we share our best pieces of advice for listeners in their...