We’re back with another episode of The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies! In this episode, we talk about feeling ”stuck” and the difference between inspired action and goal setting. We share practical tips and strategies for using inspired action to move past feeling stuck, including how to tune into intuition, set meaningful goals, and surround oneself with inspiration. Whether you’re feeling unmotivated in your personal or professional life, this episode is for you! Tune in and start taking...

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era. Recovering people pleasers, unite! Today’s topic is all about people pleasing - prioritizing others’ desires, needs, and opinions over one’s own, often at the cost of one’s well-being or values. Here, we’ll be sharing signs and patterns of this behavior, its negative effects, and how it differs from being empathetic. We’re also talking about practical tips for setting boundaries and self-care, such as saying ”no”...

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era. It’s the perfect time to start something new, reset and refresh your mindset, routines, and practices to help you thrive this year, baddie. If you’re ready to embrace change, let go of the past, and tired of feeling stagnant tune into this episode and learn how to take baby steps and create a plan that works for you while holding yourself accountable. This episode is for you if: -You’re ready to reset and refresh...

Featured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women’s History Month Collection: A New Era. Building your own personal brand is key to making it professionally/creatively and feeling good about yourself. To make your personal brand really stick, you have to know what makes you unique, know who you’re talking to, and how to create a consistent brand message across all channels. By being yourself, but staying open to learning and adapting, you’ll be be able to develop your personal and professional goals and...

Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can drive us to achieve great things and set high standards for ourselves. On the other hand, it can also lead to burnout, self-doubt, and a constant feeling of never being good enough. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the roots of perfectionism, how it manifests in different areas of our lives, and the ways in which it can hold us back. In this episode, we’ll explore: 1. The benefits of embracing imperfection, such as...

Just because you carry the load well doesn’t mean it’s not heavy baddie. Too many Black women and women of color are disregarded in the clinical and social conversation on depression until something tragic happens. This episode leans into the shadows of what ‘high-functioning’ depression is, signs, and resources to help you or someone you love. Through this episode, you’ll learn: 1. What ‘high-functioning’ depression is and how it’s different than sadness 2. The way ‘high-functioning’...

The thing about microaggressions, especially when you deal with them often as a Black person or a person of color, is that they feel like a slap in the face. They’re triggering, they make you question your self worth, they can reignite feelings of imposter syndrome and self doubt. But if you’ve dealt with or are currently dealing with handling a microaggression, you’re not alone. Through this episode, you’ll learn: 1. What exactly microaggressions are and key examples of each type 2. How...

Happy Lover’s Day baddies! Today we’re diving deep into each of the six love languages and how they can guide us to developing healthy relationships. Understanding what your love language is can provide more understanding, quality, clarity and closeness between you and your partner(s). Knowing your love language can potentially improve the connections we share with others, and help us to build healthier dynamics throughout our lives. Through this episode, you’ll learn: 1. What the 6 love...

BONUS episode alert! 🚨 This week, we have a super special addition: our podcast swap with our favs, Black Girl Flow! Consider this a boundaries 101 course, as Liv & Lex unpack what it even means to protect your peace and have healthy boundaries. Liv & Lex talk about what they have learned about establishing boundaries and how they maintain healthy boundaries to support their relationships. They chat about what we often get wrong about establishing boundaries and how they might...

This one’s dedicated to all our creative baddies. For some of us, creativity is our lifeline and has helped us through some of the darkest moments in our life. While there’s tons of tips, tricks and hacks about being a creative and embracing the creative process- one thing that often goes unsaid is some of our own pitfalls when approaching creativity as a lifelong practice and commitment. Whether you’re a full fledged artist, creative entrepreneur, or just starting out on your path- there’s a...

The inner child and teen is the part of ourselves that we tend to neglect as we mature. It’s the innate, youthful nature in us that often we “outgrow” as life, trauma, and challenges occur in our lives. As we become inundated with responsibilities, expectations, and unrealistic standards from society- our inner child can be harder to recognize and embrace as we get older. What was before a vivid representation of your lightheartedness and joy can develop into just a shadow of that version of...

This week’s episode is all about existing in a liminal space, aka that (not so) sweet spot between what was and what’s next. Transitions or liminal spaces can do a number on us sometimes, because there’s so much in the unknown that we can’t control. But what if we embraced liminal spaces with curiosity, acceptance and softness? How much easier would it be to just get through it? Through this juicy convo, in this episode, you’ll learn: What a liminal space is and how it affects us mentally...

If you haven’t heard about the [current trend](https://www.brit.co/lucky-girl-syndrome/) of #luckygirlsyndrome, consider this a run down of what everyone and their mom seems to be fascinated by lately (aka repackaged law of assumption). From learning how to write out affirmations in some of my darkest moments and eras to being shocked by the synchrocities and mysteries of the universe, I’ve learned that manifestation is a tool and luck isn’t as far fetched as it seems. Through this juicy...

Your girl (Priscilla), is no stranger to a flop era. In fact, I’d like to even think of myself as pro-flop era because as a recovering perfectionist-failure and rejection have transformed me and allowed me to embrace radical acceptance. From being laid off for the first time last year to TRIPLE failing organic chemistry in college, I’ve seen it all. Consider this episode the opposite of an IG 2022 recap reel.

This week’s episode is all about rewilding, slow living and holistic healing with Hillarie Maddox. She left the city for life in the country, fell in love with nature, and found deep healing in the process, which she shares on her platform Black Girl Country Living. Now she is helping others explore their relationship with nature, themselves, and the earth through her writing and upcoming workshops. Through our candid convo, in this episode, you’ll learn: -What slow and country living is and...

Naam (she/her) is a certified Menstrual Cycle Coach, Functional Hormone Specialist and Cookbook Author. Her mission is to empower you to balance period pain, PMS & irregular cycles and help you to connect to the power of your period with Cyclical Living & Mind-Body-Soul Nourishment. As a Thai-German, queer woman, she creates an inclusive space on her Instagram & TikTok for BIPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ and offers intimate 121 Coaching, deep dive Workshops & more. Through our candid...

Feeling drained? Today’s episode is all about conserving and managing your energy levels- something a lot of us have been struggling with this season (and maybe even all year). In this episode, you’ll learn: 1. The 4 ways you can naturally tap into your internal energy source 2. The importance of rest and recovery for our mind and body 3. How developing a solid morning and night routine can provide us the mental, physical and emotional nourishment we need daily

Today we have the incredible honor of speaking to producer, film director, writer, entrepreneur, and women’s health advocate, Tonya Lewis Lee. With the release of her most recent documentary, Aftershock, we dive deep into the film’s impact, the present state and future of Black maternal health, and the inspiring power of community throughout the film and in real life.

This week’s guest is Kay Walker or better known digitally as @theikonickay. You may have come across her beautifully captured videos and photos on socials or seen her pop up on your Pinterest feed while looking for inspiration. Kay is a digital storyteller, creative and slow-life enthusiast who inspires people to take care of themselves through creating meaningful experiences daily. Kay shares her art of documentation by intentionally slowing down, developing new routines, and highlighting...

Happy November baddies! We’re diving into a solo episode today brought to you by yours truly and your host, Priscilla. If you’re a creative, new entrepreneur or someone that’s seeking community both online and offline, you know sometimes it can get lonely and confusing along the way- but we got you! This episode is for you if you’re: - a creative or content creator looking to start and build your community - seeking real, in-person, deep connections with likeminded individuals - trying to...

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Ri Turner- conscious lifestyle content creator, entrepreneur and founder of the wellness brand, For The Healthy Hoes. As you all know, our wellness journeys are not one-size-fits all, and Ri finds joy in sharing moments of intentional living through her lens and perspective. In this week’s episode we discuss the benefits (and challenges!) of being a full time creative, how to develop your own wellness practices, and how healing from within contributes...

Dr. Ebony Butler, PhD is a licensed psychologist, food relationship expert and creator of My Therapy Cards®, the first-ever self-exploration card deck for Black women and other women of color. In this week’s episode we discuss the cultural relevance of food trauma, red flags in our relationship with food and body image, and how we can utilize softness and ease in our healing journey and making peace with ourselves- inside and out.

Have you ever felt lost or stuck as to what step to take on your healing journey? Are you a first time therapy goer or the first person in your family to take the leap and go to therapy? If that sounds anything like you, you’ll resonate with this week’s episode with our lovely guest, Dr. Akua Boateng, PhD, LPC. Dr. Boateng is a sought after mental health and relationship expert specializing in treating anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and other emotional concerns. In this week’s episode...

In today’s episode with our very special guest, adult and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Chanelle Ramsubick, MD. Dr. Ramsubick is a second-generation Trinidadian-Canadian who has spent the majority of her career working in Black and brown communities providing mental health care to those who have historically been underserved. During our candid convo, we touch on the family dynamics growing up in an immigrant household, imposter syndrome, generational healing and of course, what softness means...

And just like that, we’re already at our season one finale! In this episode, we’re sharing our highlights from this season (including over 5,000 downloads and diverse listeners worldwide!), and answering questions live and directly from you, our listeners on building an online community, finding your purpose, and meaningful lessons learned. Our host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH shares her insight on creating with intention, being rooted in your “why” and what’s next for season two of The Soft...