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The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies
Hosted by Saddie Baddies · EN
The Soft Life with Saddie Baddies is a wellness podcast dedicated to creating safe, open, and soft spaces surrounding mental health for Black and multiracial people. In the first episode, you’ll get to know your host, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH: a first-generation creative entrepreneur and mental health activist. Through her introspection and insight, you’ll learn about the origin story of the vibrant community that is Saddie Baddies, which is home to thousands of individuals having meaningful and impactful conversations surrounding mental health online and offline communities.
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micromoment 04: getting unstuck
Nov 4, 202400:06:40Tap to summarizethis is your weekly dose of micromoments: a short and sweet series designed to spark curiosity, connection and inspiration, every Monday morning - in 10 minutes or less. this week’s micromoment is about getting unstuck, identifying analysis paralysis and how to take inspired action. for a deeper dive into this episode, tune in here and join us on youtube for more. while you’re at it-join us for our Winter Arc Awakening course: this virtual session is designed to help you break free from any stagnant energy holding you back from tapping into your inherent potential. during this course, we’ll share guided introspection, confront common roadblocks, discover your ‘winter arc’ archetype, and format your own dopamine menu to create sustainable pathways to help you thrive 🌀 secure your spot at saddiebaddies.com and make your future self proud, baddie. STAY CONNECTED WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” where we’re writing and yapping on all things softness, growth, community and self-discovery download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CREDITS: host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
Transcribe →micromoment 03: decentering work + bouncing back from layoffs
Oct 28, 202400:10:33Tap to summarizethis is your weekly dose of micromoments- a short and sweet series designed to spark curiosity, connection and inspiration, every Monday morning. this week’s micromoment is a lil’ storytime about the time i was laid off from my biotech startup job two years ago (grab your coffee or matcha for this teaaaaa), and how i’ve learned to decenter work moving forward while still growing professionally. for a deeper dive into this episode, tune in here and watch on our youtube channel. STAY CONNECTED WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” where we’re writing and yapping on all things softness, growth, community and self-discovery download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CREDITS: host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
Transcribe →micromoments 02: people pleasers vs. empaths
Oct 21, 202400:05:20Tap to summarizethis is your weekly dose of micromoments- a short and sweet series designed to spark curiosity, connection and inspiration, every Monday morning. this week’s micromoment is about the difference between people pleasers and empaths, a subtle yet meaningful distinction that shapes how we navigate relationships. for all our recovering people pleasers, dive deeper here. STAY CONNECTED WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” where we’re writing and yapping on all things softness, growth, community and self-discovery download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CREDITS: host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
Transcribe →micromoments 01: manifesting generators (human design)
Oct 14, 202400:06:27Tap to summarizenew series alert! ✨ welcome to the Soft Life with Saddie Baddies®: Micromoments- hosted by yours truly, Priscilla O. Agyeman, MPH. this is your weekly dose of micromoments- a short and sweet series designed to spark curiosity, connection and inspiration. this week’s micromoment is about the multifaceted manifesting generators and human design, a topic we’ve touched on before. if this sparks your curiosity, discover your own human design chart here. STAY CONNECTED WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! CREDITS: host: Priscilla O. Agyeman,MPH, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
Transcribe →Maribi Henriquez, LCSW: gen z and millennial mental health, financial anxiety and channeling your inner teen
Oct 8, 202401:20:39Tap to summarizemeet Maribí Henriquez, LCSW (she/her): a first-generation Dominican-American, therapist, and founder of Project Chula. during our insightful conversation, Maribí shares her journey as the daughter of immigrant parents, navigating the complexities of identity, carving out her own path, and the responsibility of being a cultural bridge. we dive deep into the unique mental health challenges facing Gen Z and millennials, particularly those from immigrant backgrounds, as well as the financial anxiety tied to issues such as student loans, credit card debt and hyperconsumerism. we also chat about all things 'inner teen,' - you know, that slightly angsty yet highly observant presence we all have that encourages us to reconnect with our authentic selves and make choices rooted in curiosity and exploration. together, we explore the pressures of being a superwoman, the importance of embracing vulnerability, and the power of letting others show up for us. available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and more. Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Vibe Check 00:55 Origin Story: Growing up in Jersey City and Dominican Background 02:36 Journey to Becoming a Therapist 06:43 Starting Project Chula and Creating Community 10:57 Mental Health Needs of Gen Z and Millennials 18:19 Unique Challenges for Individuals from Immigrant Backgrounds 23:31 Financial Trauma and Lifestyle Creep 29:46 The Role of Immigrant Parents and Community Support 30:58 Financial Anxiety and Debt 43:40 Reconnecting with Our Inner Teen 50:03 Using the Inner Teen Framework in Therapy 55:15 Embracing Being the First without the Strong Woman Archetype 56:27 Balancing Financial Responsibilities and Personal Desires 57:01 Breaking Free from the Superwoman Archetype 59:27 The Power of Vulnerability and Support 01:03:29 Questioning Cultural Expectations and Traditions 01:06:48 The Importance of Community and Joy 01:09:18 Setting Boundaries and Allowing Others to Show Up 01:13:11 Redefining Relationships for Millennial Women and Women of Color 01:16:18 Embracing Softness and Being Human CONNECT WITH MARIBI HENRIQUEZ, LCSW: follow Maribí and Project Chula on IG TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! 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 for more mental health resources: www.saddiebaddies.com listen to our newest 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 and our production team, Dos Catorce® 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, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
Transcribe →Cat Lantigua: becoming a published author, being a community conduit, and discovering how celibacy unlocks new levels of creativity
Oct 1, 202401:24:26Tap to summarizemeet Cat Lantigua (she/her): the Dominican-American first-time author, facilitator, community conduit, and so much more. in this in depth, multifaceted interview, Cat shares her journey from her origins in the Bronx, NY to becoming a community leader and founder through her work with Goddess Council® through present day where she exists bi-coastally between Mexico City and New York architecting soulful connections and fostering intentional communities both online and IRL. we discuss what it means to be a community conduit, the challenges of burnout, and the necessity of deep, meaningful connections in a world that often prioritizes superficial interactions and is facing a daunting loneliness epidemic. Cat also truthfully unpacks the power of celibacy in enhancing creativity, while also reflecting on the wisdom of elders and the importance of showing up for one another in community. available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and more. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cat Lantigua and Her Journey 04:10 Cat's Origin Story and Early Influences 12:43 The Birth of Goddess Council® and Community Building 22:45 The Concept of Being a Conduit for Healing 35:15 The Importance of Authentic Community 44:54 Navigating Burnout and Self-Care Practices 51:12 Celibacy and Creativity: A Personal Journey 01:01:00 Lessons from Elders and Community Practices 01:10:58 The Loneliness Epidemic and the Need for Connection 01:17:50 Conclusion and Future Endeavors CONNECT WITH CAT: follow Cat on her creative journey and her podcast, Chats with Cat purchase her brand new book, “Build It and They Will Come: A Guide to Architecting Intentional Community” or at an independent bookstore near you sign up for her newsletter, “the bounce back” on substack TAP IN WITH SADDIE BADDIES®: you can watch the full video here on our YouTube channel follow us on substack: “let’s try softer,” our new fav place to hang out download our digital self-care guide: “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! follow the official IG page, @thesoftlifepod! 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 for more mental health resources: www.saddiebaddies.com listen to our newest 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 and our production team, Dos Catorce® 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, founder of Saddie Baddies® produced by: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co. cover art & photography: Eduay, founder of Dos Catorce® Production Co.
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