It's A Mess, Sis!

Reena and Jessica

A therapeutic conversation geared towards black queer women who have discovered that the life script is not enough! Come join us and if you vibe, we tribe!

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The Power Of Being Grateful EP. 78

It's A Mess, Sis!

12/07/22 • 50 min

We're Back!
And grateful to be back! This episode our conversation centers around what what it means to be grateful, what we are grateful for and how gratitude has been a powerful tool in our lives. And by now you should know that we organize every episode by DIC'ing it down which stands for Define, Impact, and Cope...and if you don't know, now you know!
Give us a listen, give us your input (using the social media and contact infor below)
and if you vibe...we tribe!

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Who Do You Love and Are You Sure…That Monogamy Is For You? EP. 73

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09/15/22 • 80 min

Hey Hey Y'all
Back with another episode and this one is all about Monogamy...which was often confused with "Monotony" throughout the conversation...Could it have been a Fruedian Slip...possibly...how about you give the conversation a listen and find out!
The agenda for this episode: THE DIC
“Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope".

This episode explores the definition of Monogamy, the impact in our lives, and how we cope with our understanding of the topic going forward.
We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have this conversation with us, with others, with yourself, so feel free to pause where you see fit to give you time to write, journal, or just reflect...or just keep listening...do you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We have exciting things in the works!

We love to engage with Y'all, so be sure to let us know what you think or simply keep in touch by following us here:

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Quiet Quitting or Loudly Getting Fired? EP. 72

It's A Mess, Sis!

09/01/22 • 66 min

Is "Quiet Quitting" the way? or is it just a way to get fired?
"Quiet Quitting" is the new term taking over Tik Tok, Twitter, Linked in, CNN, all the media sites for everyone's likes. Some deem it the perfect merger between life and work and others chalk it up to a vow of inadquacy that will do more harm than good.
So what do we think? That is what this episode is all about. Is "Quiet Quitting" the way? or is it just a way to get fired.
The agenda for this episode: THE DIC

“Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This conversation we define “quiet quitting”, discuss the impact in our lives, explore our thoughts on this emerging theme, and how we intent to incorporate this theme into our lives.
We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have this conversation with us, with others, with yourself, so feel free to pause where you see fit to give you time to write, journal, or just reflect...or just keep listening...do you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We have exciting things in the works!

We love to engage with Y'all, so be sure to let us know what you think or simply keep in touch by following us here:

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Are You Down With ADD….or ADHD? EP 71

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08/18/22 • 85 min

Well, well, wel...come BACK!
Have you ever felt ...distracted? Fidgety? Unfocused? Uninterested? Described as flighty or immature? and recently felt like your life and personality traits have been read for filth by a tik tok or instagram influencers with no credentials outside of a blue check serving as their only source of validity..? and yet it has made you question...
Do I have it?
ADHD that is....
Same
and that is what this episode is about...so join us as we explore ourselves and do some research on ADHD, develop our understanding of the term and explore the impact it has had on our lives and functioning, and what we plan to do about it.
This Episode's Agenda:
Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we define what ADHD is, identify the role it plays in our lives aka the impact, and end things with how we cope with it in the future.
NOTE* This episode is not intended to be used to diagnose anyone but if you feel that based on the information provided (obtained from the CDC, NIMH, and mayo clinic websites) that you may have ADHD and would like to address it...please reach out to a mental health provider by either contacting your insurance compay for an in-network referral, reaching out to your primary care physician. or using a site such as Psychology Today or Therapy For Black Girls to find a practitioner.

We make each section clearly know so that you can follow along and have this conversation with us, with others, with yourself, so feel free to pause where you see fit to give you time to write, journal, or just reflect...or just keep listening...do you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We have exciting things in the works!
We love to engage with Y'all, so be sure to let us know what you think or simply keep in touch by following us here:
Business Email: [email protected]
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Instagram: @itsamesssispodcast
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This episode: https://youtu.be/ydlF6-DdbVE

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The Commitment Episode EP 70

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08/04/22 • 67 min

Ah..."Commitment"
What comes up for you when you hear that word? Does it provide comfort and a steady knowing? Does it make you slightly cringe with a coat of apprehension? A mix of both?
Why?
If you find yourself pondering the above, give this episode a listen so you can see what comes up for you and find your "Why"?
This Episode's Agenda:
Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we attempt to break down what commitment is, why we should even do it, the role it has played in our lives in the past/ present, and how we cope with it in the future.

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Thankfulness EP. 26

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11/26/20 • 45 min

Why this topic? Because it's Thanksgiving and with "Thankfulness" being the central theme of the day, we don’t focus on it enough. We also have this nagging suspicion that if we acknowledge the things we are thankful for, it will help us realize what we have and help draw more things to be thankful for.
The agenda for this episode: THE DIC

Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we will provide our personal definitions of “thankfulness” and name one thing we are thankful for.

Then we will discuss the impact of thankfulness in our lives.

And talk about how we cope with our thoughts and experiences around thankfulness.

Oh, Feel free to pause throughout the sections to give yourself time to answer. If you want to. Maybe even jot down your answers and thoughts. All suggestions.

Join us November 29th at 9:30/6:30 PM ( ET/PT) for our "After Podcast" where we break down this topic on IG LIVE and have the conversation with you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So don't hesitate to reach out to us using the info below.
Contact information:
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YouTube: It's a Mess, Sis! (look it up in search) Latest episode here: https://youtu.be/UdWbZe6bjQA

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What Are You Scared Of? EP. 25

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11/12/20 • 49 min

Coming off of the most recent Blue Moon and Halloween, this episode we decided to talk about what scares us. We wanted to break down this topic so that we can breakdown narratives, generational cycles, and other barriers that hold us back from joy.

The agenda for this episode:

Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we will provide our personal definitions of what is means to be “Scared” of something and name one thing we are “scared of”.

Then we will discuss the impact of that thing we are scared of in our lives.

And talk about how we cope with our thoughts and experiences around this “scary” thing.
Feel free to pause throughout the sections to give yourself time to answer. If you want to. Maybe even jot down your answers and thoughts. All suggestions.

Join us November 15th at 9:30/6:30 PM ( ET/PT) for our "After Podcast" where we break down this topic on IG LIVE and have the conversation with you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So don't hesitate to reach out to us using the info below.
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Tired of Being Sick and Tired: What is REST? EP. 24

It's A Mess, Sis!

10/29/20 • 37 min

This Episode we DIC down REST. Why? Because we are TIRED and want REST but at the same time it seems like such a dirty word. So this episode we get into what REST means for us and how we really feel about.
The Agenda:
Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we will provide our personal definitions of REST.

Then we will discuss the impact of the word and action of REST in our lives.

And talk about how we cope with our thoughts and experiences around REST.
Feel free to pause throughout the sections to give yourself time to answer. If you want to. Maybe even jot down your answers and thoughts. All suggestions.

ALSO, Join us this SUNDAY, NOV. 1st at 9:30/6:30 PM ( ET/PT) for our "HALLOWEEN" LIVE ZOOM where we DIC down "What are you scared of?" and have the conversation with you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So don't hesitate to reach out to us using the info below.
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Question: Are you BLACK or WOMAN First?

It's A Mess, Sis!

01/23/20 • 46 min

This episode we dive deep and asked ourselves the question, "Are you BLACK or WOMAN first?" We thought it would be interesting to analyze what it means to be both and which one we put first in our lives. Our answers were really eye opening.
We also discussed the impact of being both in our lives and analyzed new awarenesses that arose and broke down how we will address and cope wit the newly discovered information.
Feel free to carry on this discussion with your loved ones and/or you can continue the discussion with us by reaching out to us using the contact information below. Let us know your thoughts and any comments. Thanks for Listening!
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Hype Me Up, Sis! What's Your Pep Talk Game Like? EP. 31

It's A Mess, Sis!

01/21/21 • 55 min

Heeeyyyyy Everyone!!!! Welcome Back for another episode. Let me take a moment to hype this episode up. We had so much fun recording this. This is one of our top episodes. It's the laughter, the gems, and the vulnerability for me!
In this episode, we really wanted to encourage and motivate ourselves and our listeners. As a result, this episode is all about your hyping yourself and others up, aka giving Pep Talks, to get you through difficult moments. We have both been channeling our inner hype man to help us push through and decided to take a more intentional and in-depth look into our own Pep Talks. Not only are we interested in discussing how we handle our own personal Pep Talks, but we also want to hear how our listeners go about giving and receiving encouragement. So feel free to reach out to us with your thoughts, follow us on social media, and/or join our IG live ( see details below).

The agenda for this episode: THE DIC

Is always to DIC’ it down. Define, Impact, Cope.

This episode we will provide our personal definitions of a “Pep Talk”.

Then we will discuss the impact of “Pep Talks” in our lives.

And Lastly, we talk about how we cope with our definitions and the impact of giving/ having “Pep Talks” in our lives.

We make each section clearly known, so feel free to pause throughout the sections to give yourself time to answer. If you want to. Maybe even jot down your answers and thoughts. Do what feels right for you.
ALSO, Join us January 24th at 9:30/6:30 PM ( ET/PT) for our "After Podcast" where we break down this topic on IG LIVE and have the conversation with you!
Oh, and as always, if you vibe, we tribe! So don't hesitate to reach out to us using the info below.
Contact information:
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YouTube: It's a Mess, Sis! (look it up in search) Latest episode here: https://youtu.be/Bss4wgQSuH0

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How many episodes does It's A Mess, Sis! have?

It's A Mess, Sis! currently has 89 episodes available.

What topics does It's A Mess, Sis! cover?

The podcast is about Lgbt, Health & Fitness, Black Women, Black, Society & Culture, Women, Mental Health, Therapy, Lesbian, Humor, Podcasts, Current Events, Education and Queer.

What is the most popular episode on It's A Mess, Sis!?

The episode title 'Just Be A Man About: A Convo About The Perception of Black Men in Relationships EP. 77' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on It's A Mess, Sis!?

The average episode length on It's A Mess, Sis! is 58 minutes.

How often are episodes of It's A Mess, Sis! released?

Episodes of It's A Mess, Sis! are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of It's A Mess, Sis!?

The first episode of It's A Mess, Sis! was released on Dec 20, 2019.

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