The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies

true change happens outside of your comfort zone, baddie. this week, we’re diving into the art of letting go: releasing attachments, embracing change and setting new intentions for the season ahead. we’re in the last stretch of winter (at least on the east coast), and with spring on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what you’re releasing, accepting and embracing change with open arms, and what intentions you’re setting ahead. this episode is for you if you’re: feeling stuck in certain areas of your life and seeking guidance on how to break free from limiting patterns or beliefs. curious about exploring mindfulness practices and rituals for releasing attachments and setting intentions. ready to embrace change and transition into a new phase of growth and renewal. if you love this episode, there’s more on that for you: developing a growth mindset and challenging limiting beliefs five ways to prep for your monthly reset getting unstuck: taking inspired action vs. goal setting ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS check out seasonal soul’s post on embracing winter’s magic follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

ready for a mini therapy sesh baddies? in this episode of The Soft Life, Dr. Alicia Hodge shares her origin story and educational background in psychology. She discusses the creation of her business, ‘Slay Your Anxiety’, and the intention behind creating this safe space. We also dive into: the difference between anxiety and stress what cognitive distortions are (aka filtered thinking styles), and how neurodivergent baddies can navigate these thought patterns with softness how Black women often face additional barriers to mental health care due to the intersectionality of race, class and gender how anxiety in the workplace can manifest as perfectionism, overachievement, and hypervigilance and more why creating a safe space for mental health and addressing misconceptions about anxiety are crucial for supporting Black women's mental well-being timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Origin Story 05:12 Educational Background and Career Journey 08:28 Creating Slay Your Anxiety 10:47 Creating a Safe Space for Mental Health 14:09 Understanding Anxiety and Stress 17:35 Exploring Cognitive Distortions 20:23 Misconceptions about Anxiety in Black Women 22:04 Anxiety in the Workplace download the episode to tune into the convo ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS follow Dr. Alicia Hodge and check out her website, ‘Slay Your Anxiety’ follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

today we have the honor of speaking with our guest, Imani McGee-Stafford (she/her): professional athlete, lawyer, model, poet, and global mental health advocate. in this podcast episode, Imani shares her present state of mind, origin story, and the inspiration behind her impactful mental health advocacy work as well as her nonlinear professional and personal healing journey. from her deep connection with basketball to graduating from recently graduating law school, Imani reflects on the evolution of her journey. In this episode, Imani shares: how she handles her own mental health on and off the court, healing her experience with childhood trauma, and living with bipolar disorder. her strategies for balancing self-care in a hectic schedule, and a glimpse into her morning and night routines. her mental health awareness advocacy, self-discovery, and the invaluable wisdom Imani imparts to her younger self. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS follow Imani Trishawn McGee-Stafford on all of her socials follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

happy 2024 baddies! we’re starting the year softly and leaning into what our intuition is showing + telling us what to embrace this season- including when and what to quit and pivot. quitting gets such a bad rep, but is it really so bad when it can unveil a new, more aligned outcome? in this episode we dive into the art of quitting and pivoting and discuss: how to know when it’s time to quit and why quitting isn’t always a bad idea pivoting with ease and learning to carve out your own lane and embrace the unknown how to start the year softly despite the #hustleculture norms ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS grab tickets for The Soft Black Girl Social Club event TONIGHT at 6:30pm EST - use code SADDIEBADDIES15 for 15% off your order follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! podcast listeners’ exclusive: use code SOFTLIFE20 for 20% off your order! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

buckle up baddies, we’re getting back on the saddle after falling tf off. if you’ve been in a slump lately, believe us when we tell you you’re not alone. this year has been incredibly challenging for so many of us (for obvious reasons), but even moreso- when we’ve gotten thrown off our rhythm, it can make us spiral into not taking any inspired actions or baby steps towards our goals. in this relatable and real af episode, we discuss: navigating challenges, overcoming slumps and normalizing the post-holiday dip in motivation managing the year-end pressure to “finish the year off strong” and the inevitable Q4 rat race rediscovering your purpose, exploring your “ikigai”, and remembering your why ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS check out our post on monthly resets and so much more here follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

no you’re not crazy for thinking we’re probably living in a dystopia. we’re starting with an emotional pulse check first, and diving deep into how we can unpack cognitive dissonance and move through feelings of anger and hopelessness into tangible action items that initiate change. the collective efforts for liberation cannot be done in silos, and it takes every single one of us to recognize our role in social and justice movements worldwide. in this episode we share: how to recognize cognitive dissonance and reconcile with a conflicting value/belief system how to transmute feelings of anger and hopelessness into action community care and self care from a decolonial perspective ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS learn more about the social change ecosystem and finding your role here follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

meet Oumou (@connectwithoumou): the badass, queer, Muslim, Senegalese therapist radicalizing mental health first aid worldwide. Oumou (she/they) is a multi-hyphenate polycreative - therapist, coach, disruptor, zinester, writer, speaker, consultant and facilitator of spaces for radical learning. Oumou is a two-time graduate of Syracuse University and former adjunct professor of the same school. they are the creator of RMHFA, a workshop that is slowly but surely changing the care and mental health landscape. in this episode with @connectwithoumou, Oumou shares: how the intersectionality of race, class, gender and culture impacts global and local mental health care ✍🏾 defining and creating radical mental health first aide (RMHFA), how to recognize burnout, designing ‘a bid for care’, and exploring culturally relevant healing tools and practices 🤲🏾 what the future of accessible and transformative mental health care and community care will look like from Oumou’s POV🫶🏾 ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS follow Oumou’s work and life and visit their website here Check out Oumou’s zines and other dope offerings here download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

Today we have none other than Dominique Webb, aka “@FairyBrandMuva_” and CEO of Cult Creative Agency: a remote brand design agency and marketing consultancy for WOC-owned brands. Dominique has has worked with many well-known brands such as Fenty Corporation by Rihanna, Issa Rae, SKIMS, Netflix and HBO Max. In addition to her work at Cult Creative Agency, Dominique is also one of 13,000 Black women farmers and uses her spare time to revitalize and expand her farm in Tennessee, Cult Farms. In this episode, we share: Dominique’s nonlinear, nontraditional journey into building @cultcreativeagency_, one of the most coveted digital brand agencies from scratch How rejection became redirection and why starting over is a blessing in disguise What it’s like running a digital brand agency AND a farm, while navigating womanhood in your 30s. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS follow Dominique and Cult Creative Agency on IG follow Dominique’s Substack newsletter, BFFR and all her other socials right here download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies follow us on Substack and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here CONNECT WITH US have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

the “i’m not a morning person” to morning menu lover pipeline...let’s discuss. having a solid morning and night routine is the cheat code to having a calm day baddie, and it’s an investment in your peace. now is the perfect time to reset our routines and habits, especially with summer ending and all of us heading towards the end of the year. if you’re bombarded with self care and productivity advice, but still don’t know where to start? in this episode we share: what the benefits are of a morning and night routine 🧐 how to create your own “morning menu” and finding a mini-system that actually sticks 🙃 simple and effective feel-good habits and steps to include in your routine, based on the four pillars of self care (for us, by us!)✨ ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! watch our morning and night routine, IRL right here check out our favorite sound baths for bedtime listen to our fav morning playlist, and all of our other groovy playlists here STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! watch full episodes of the podcast here on our YouTube channel CONNECT have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

No one has time for limiting beliefs, baddie. They absorb our time, energy, and worst of all- our mental space. In this week’s episode, we dive deep into developing a growth mindset and challenging our limiting beliefs that hold us back from reaching our untapped potential. what the difference is between having a growth mindset and just internalized capitalism (aka, #grindculture) 🧐 how to address our limiting beliefs and replace them with more positive self-talk 🙃 the six characteristics of having a growth mindset aka #baddiebrain ✨ ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! recap of our in-person event from last night in NYC right here; sponsored by the Black Google Network NYC check out our ENVSN Festival recap, powered by our friends at Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

Welcome back baddies, we're officially kicking off season 5! We’ve missed y’all so MUCH and we have soooo much to update you on! First and foremost, our official FIRST PRODUCT is now live on our website! “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” contains over 60 pages designed to help you discover self-care routines that actually fit your fast-paced life. Designed to be completed within 8 weeks, this self-care guide encourages you to take simple, practical steps through introspection and awareness to deepen your self-discovery and healing journey. For the rest of this episode, we focus on analysis paralysis: aka living in limbo when you’re bombarded with choices. In this episode, we touch on: what analysis paralysis actually is and what’s actually happening underneath the surface 🧐 how to stop overthinking so you can take steps toward inspired action 🙃 how to overcome living in limbo and practical ways to shake up that stagnant energy and move forward ✨ ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS download our brand new product: “My Journey to Self-Love: The Ultimate Self-Care Guide by Saddie Baddies®” via our website, www.saddiebaddies.com! RSVP for our in-person event next week, Wednesday, September 6 in NYC right here; sponsored by the Black Google Network NYC check out our ENVSN Festival recap, powered by our friends at Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

this one’s for you, baddie. in this season 4 finale, we take all of your questions and advice requests directly from you and answer them thoughtfully and honestly. we dive deep into the complexities of self-love, relationships, and growth and this special listener's episode is dedicated to celebrating your self-awareness on your journey towards softness, ease and compassion. from questions about human design to friendship breakups and toxic jobs, we respond to it all. thank you for a beautiful season, thank you for listening, and thank you for being here. stay soft, baddies! ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS find out your human design type learn more about how to deal with breakups check out our guide on IG with over 19 posts on dealing with toxic work environments, work/life balance, and de-centering our jobs from our identities dealing with friendship breakups is hard, but we got you baddie. STAY IN THE LOOP stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: find the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG if you love it here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH audio by: Eduay Peña

Amani Rakeia (@amanirakeia, she/her) aka your favorite comfort YouTuber, gets up close and personal with us during this week’s guest episode. Amani is a digital content creator, storyteller, former Rare Beauty and Aritzia community & social media manager, and most importantly, a woman creating the life she loves, on her own terms. Whether she’s perfecting a new matcha latte recipe at home or getting vulnerable and honest about dealing with loneliness, dating, finding your people in a new city and navigating adulthood in your 20s, Amani is a truth-teller throughout her journey and she continues to beautifully share with her online (and offline) community. In this heartfelt convo, Amani shares: How she navigated a non-linear journey from her previous corporate girlie career path to now living as a full time freelance digital creator How moving to across the country and starting over shifted her perspective on dating, friendships, loneliness and what self-care has taught her What ease, softness and balance look and feel like to her during this era of her 20s ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Connect with our guest, Amani Rakeia, on her socials @amanirakeia Subscribe to Amani’s Living Alone Diaries on YouTube to follow along her journey Check out our post on dealing with loneliness STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

Buckle up baddies, we’re taking accountability for our actions to deepen our relationships and self awareness. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “am I the problem??” this one’s for you. No one is perfect, and we’d be lying if we said we never questioned our own contribution in causing the “drama” that happens naturally within our relationship dynamics and community. In this week’s episode, we discuss: How to tell if you might need to practice more accountability and self-awareness Why weaponizing “therapy speak” can be a pitfall for our personal growth How to start doing “the work” or deepen our commitment to our healing journey by choosing culturally relevant healing tools, teachers, and guides ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Grab your free journal prompts by signing up for our newsletter: www.saddiebaddies.com Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

Kendra Austin (she/her), aka @kendramorous, aka the iconic host of the Steve Harvey themed-party in NYC (to bring in the good weather, obvi)- is a queer model, writer, and community builder. She’s also the founder of “Third Cup”: a collective dinner party for women and femmes healing through friendship in NYC and the creator of “The Realest Oracle Deck”. Kendra is on a journey of radical softness, wander & wonder, connection through intentional relationships, community and exploring her creativity without bounds. In this episode we discuss: How Kendra healing her inner child led her to finding freedom, exploration and a profound sense of self-discovery. How finding intentional community and platonic love is a salve for all we need. What self-care, self-love, and self-preservation means right now, in her own words. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Connect with our guest, Kendra Austin on socials @kendramorous Pre-order Kendra’s deck, “The Realest Oracle Deck” here or here Join Kendra’s community space, Third Cup here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

In this episode, we delve into confronting the comparison trap in the age of likes, comments and retweets. We explore the nuances of comparison and discuss strategies for navigating jealousy in various aspects of life in your romantic relationships, friendships, family dynamics as well as social networks and career. We’re diving deep into the influence of social media and societal pressures and share practical tips for cultivating self-compassion and embracing personal growth. In this episode we discuss: Insights and guidance to help you confront the comparison trap with clarity and confidence Practical strategies for navigating jealousy in different areas of life, including romantic relationships, friendships, family dynamics, social networks, and career. Actionable steps for cultivating self-compassion and embracing personal growth as essential tools to overcome the comparison trap and address feelings of jealousy effectively. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Check out our collaboration with Apple Podcasts in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Watch our mini video essay: “Staying in Your Own Lane” here Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

In this new weekly bonus episode of The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies, we share our top 5 tips for doing a monthly reset. These practical tips cover various aspects of life, including finances, personal goals, environmental organization, physical well-being, and spiritual growth. By doing a monthly reset practice, you can prep yourself for a more focused and aligned new month. In this episode we discuss: The goal and benefits of doing a monthly reset, even if you’ve never tried one before How to track and review expenses to improve your financial well-being, as well as practical techniques for setting personal goals and intentions to align your actions with your values and aspirations. Strategies for creating an organized and harmonious environment by decluttering spaces, incorporating healthy eating and self-care rituals, as well as nurturing your spiritual growth through mindfulness, gratitude, and connecting with your community. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Check out our collaboration with Apple Podcasts in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Check out our list of 5 things to let go of before the new month starts Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! ONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

This week, we have the incredible honor of speaking with educator, professor, entrepreneur and community leader: Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell. Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell is a Harlem, NY native, Morgan State University and John Hopkins University alumna and author of “Soundless Cries Don’t Lead to Healing: A Critical Thinking Guide to Cultural Consciousness.” Above being an avid reader, writer, creator, educator, and mental-health advocate Valenciá is a symbol of liberation who plans to continue innovating in education, from her heart to the world, for years to come. In this amazing episode we discuss: Valenciá’s origin story as an early childhood educator to her current role as a professor at Morgan State University. How teaching emotional intelligence and self-management to youth is the foundation of generational healing. What “the ground can be a pillow” means as a symbol of resilience and softness. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Stay connected with Valenciá De’La Clay-Bell through her website and IG Tap into Valenciá’s platform, Critical Literacy online to check out her reading list! Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

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 inspired action today! This episode is for you if you: Have been feeling stuck in life and you’re ready to get unstuck and move past stagnant, “idk where to start” energy Are curious about the difference between inspired action and goal setting, and which method applies to you and your needs right now Want practical tips for tapping into your intuition, taking small steps towards meaningful goals, cultivating a growth mindset, and surrounding yourself with inspiration to help you get unstuck and move closer to your soft life. ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Check out our collaboration with Zando Projects on Liv Little’s debut novel, ROSEWATER! Get 50% off your first order of GEM with our code right here Tune into our convo on The Being Black podcast with Camille Smith STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña

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" firmly, avoiding over-explaining, and celebrating successes. This episode is for you if: you find yourself constantly putting others' needs and desires before your own you’re struggling to say "no," and feeling overwhelmed and drained as a result you're ready to learn how to set healthy boundaries, prioritize self-care, and develop a stronger sense of self rooted in awareness and compassion ANNOUNCEMENTS & MENTIONS Check out our post on people pleasing right here Learn more about setting boundaries as well as other mental & emotional health info here Tune into last week’s episode here STAY IN THE LOOP You can stay in the loop with all the other #saddiebaddies by following us on all socials and subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes: Follow the baddies on Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok: @saddie_baddies Join our newsletter and check out our website: www.saddiebaddies.com Follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CONNECT Have a burning question for us? Want to suggest a guest or a topic for our next episode? Send us a message via email to info@saddiebaddies.com or DM us on IG! Stay connected with your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH via IG Don’t forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple and Spotify! CREDITS Directed by: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Produced by: Eduay Peña & Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH Audio by: Eduay Peña