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Building Your Unshakeable Girl Gang – Young Black MRS

In this episode of Young Black MRS, we're hopping back into our two-part conversation with Kelli Hearns on the evolution of friendships. But in this podcast, Kelli and I also discuss the art of cultivating meaningful relationships and building your personal "squad." It's not just about finding people; it's about connecting with intention, communicating effectively, and understanding each person's vital role in your life.You'll hear our conversation about:>Speaking Up for What You Need: Kelli explains the importance of being clear and direct with your communication among friends with old friends or budding buddies. >The Power of Intention: We chat about being intentional about who you invite into your life, and what role you hope they'll play, which can transform your friendships.>Finding Your People: Host Morgane offers personal tips she's been using to meet new friends and build a supportive community by using commonalities and shared interests as a starting point.>Defining Relationship Roles: We'll discuss the four key relationship sources contributing to a well-rounded life: family, partner, child, and friends. >Showing Up: Consistency and effort are crucial for nurturing your relationships and helping them thrive.Join us as we explore how to foster a supportive "squad" that genuinely enriches your life!About Our Guest:Kelli Hearn is an artist, writer, and lover of all things horror. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, with minors in Anthropology and Ethnic & Gender Studies, from Emporia State University, and a master’s degree in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University. Her graduate studies included a thesis on societal perceptions of Black women and how those perceptions impact their lived experiences. Kelli is a researcher at heart, and is currently working on a project focused on non-partnered people, friendship, and community building. She loves to travel, but homebase is in Kansas City, where she lives with her canine comrade, Eva.Follow Morgane atwww.youngblackmrs.comwww.facebook.com/YoungBlackMRSwww.instagram.com/YoungBlackMRS https://www.youtube.com/@YoungBlackMRS

2020 Cousin Chat

In this bonus episode, Morgane and her cousins, Vicky and Morgan, reunite to discuss 2020 and have a cousin chat. They discuss the things they learned this year, work/life balance, discerning who should be in your tribe and who should not, the beauty that emerges from tragedy and setbacks, the small acts that can make a day, why

Get into the holiday spirit

Have you ever given a gift to a loved one with the expectation of receiving a gift…No worries, Morgane has too and that is why she is shakin’ her curls about gifting with expectations. Gifts are an important and meaningful act that comes from the heart and that is what matters more than anything else. Morgane

Lonely at Christmas

On this episode of Young Black Mrs, Morgane discusses staying connected this Christmas. Already a lonely year because of the pandemic, it is vital that we reach out and stay engaged this holiday season. Whether with your friends, family, or significant others/spouses, we need to be honest, vulnerable, compassionate, and self-aware to check-in, connect, and

Vegan Grace

Morgane speaks with Stephanie from The Vegan Lifestyle Coach Academy. The two have a very personal and lively discussion about their experience leading a vegan lifestyle. They touch on their motivations, their transition, how it affected their relationships with their friends and family, and the positive effect on their lives. Stephanie explains that a vegan

Be a Friendly Vegan

In this episode, Morgane speaks with Michelle from World of Vegan and Toni from Plant-Based On A Budget about their new cookbook, “The Friendly Vegan Cookbook.” The authors want to make eating vegan fun and easy. They discuss how they met, the importance of having a friendly circle when choosing to be a vegan, how

Anything You Can Eat, I Can Eat Vegan

Morgane speaks with vegan cook and chef, Kim, from Topknotch Vegan Vittles about being vegan. There are many good reasons to go vegan. One of the most important reasons is health. Kim discusses how a shift in thinking and lifestyle can mean a huge difference in one’s quality of life. She also offers great insights

My spouse has opposing political views

Does your spouse have opposing political views? On this episode of Young Black Mrs, Morgane offers tips for interacting with and understanding loved ones with opposing political views. The key is learning to manage the conversations with safe words, a variety of topics and active listening. As you have these conversations, never forget that you

25 Romantic At-Home Date Night Ideas

This episode of Young Black Mrs is all about finding creative ways to make time for your significant other. Listen carefully and prepare to jot down notes. Morgane has 25 romantic at-home date night ideas that can bring you and your loved one closer. Have you ever been a guest at a friend’s house and

Have you made a list to find your true love?

On this episode of Young Black Mrs, Morgane and Adenike, business owner of Gourmet Girl Custom Cakes, celebrate a beautiful love story and discuss how to check for true love. Do you wish you had more time to cultivate new friendships? Morgane is shakin’ her curls at the challenge of making new friends. Looking for

Five steps to a stress-free meal plan

On this episode of YBM, Morgane will share five steps that can save money, time, and stress. If you know the value of a supportive sisterhood, then you will appreciate Morgane shakin’ her curls at unsupportive friends. Finally, she will be chewing on cauliflower alfredo. Steps for Meal Planning 1. Inventory 2. Search for Meal

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