In this episode of Honestly Sis, we’re diving into the Gospel of Mary to explore visions, discernment, and staying grounded — what they really mean, why they matter, and how to apply them in your daily life.Honest Am shares insights received while channeling guidance from the Gospel of Mary, along with practical lessons that helped her stay balanced, connected, and empowered. Through personal reflection and actionable tools, you’ll learn how to:* Interpret spiritual messages and visions* Stay grounded while embracing inspiration* Strengthen self-belief and positivity* Turn spiritual insights into actionable growthWe’ll also explore how to integrate spiritual guidance into your daily life while remaining present and centered.By the end of the episode:You’ll understand how to interpret visions, maintain balance, and transform spiritual inspiration into practical guidance for your life.ResourcesTHE GOSPEL OF MARYGrab your journal and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy PlaylistHonestly Sis is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Honest Am opens up about walking away from corporate America to pursue creativity, faith, and a deeper spiritual calling.From there, the conversation turns to one of the most misunderstood women in Christian history: Mary Magdalene.Was she really the sinner tradition made her out to be? Or was her story reshaped over time?Honest Am explores how patriarchal narratives reframed Mary’s legacy and examines insights from the Gospel of Mary — a text that presents her as a spiritual leader with profound theological insight.This episode dives into:* The origins of the “prostitute” narrative* The nature of sin and spiritual authority* Why questioning inherited beliefs is not rebellion — it’s discernment* What Mary Magdalene’s story teaches us about trusting our own relationship with the divineIf you’ve ever felt called to question what you were taught, this conversation is for you.Resources: THE GOSPEL OF MARYWhat is the Gospel of Mary (Magdalene)?Gospel of Mary Magdalene: Summary, Dating, and Little-Known FactsGrab your journal, some tea and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy PlaylistHonestly Sis is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this tender and truth-filled episode of The Honestly Sis Podcast, Honest Am invites you into a sacred conversation about love, loss, and the lessons that come with both. Together, we explore the beauty hidden in heartbreak—the way rejection can be divine redirection, and how every ending can become the soil for new beginnings.Through personal reflection and gentle wisdom, Honest Am unpacks the roots of codependency, reminding us that healing is not about finding another person—it’s about finding yourself. When you learn to love your own life, you align with the love that was meant for you all along.This episode is a soft call to release the past, to see your relationships as mirrors, and to remember that the greatest love story you’ll ever live is the one you write with yourself.By the end of this episode, you’ll learn:🌿 How to identify and begin healing patterns of codependency💔 Why rejection can often be divine protection🪞 How your relationships reflect your inner healing journey💫 The power of self-love in attracting aligned, healthy connections🕊️ Why loving your life is the first step to meeting the love of your lifeGrab your journal, some tea and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy Playlist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Honestly Sis, we’re getting honest about codependency, enmeshment, and love addiction — what they really mean, how they form, and how to finally start healing.I open up about my own journey of being a textbook case of codependency — and the powerful realization that I’ve actually healed it. Through personal reflection and research-backed insight, I share practical tools to help you:* Recognize the signs of codependency* Set emotional boundaries* Reclaim your self-worth in love* Unlearn the patterns that keep you stuckWe’ll also explore how pop culture often romanticizes unhealthy relationships and how to rewrite your story from a place of wholeness. If you’re ready to stop losing yourself in love and start building healthy, soul-centered relationships — this conversation is for you.ResourcesWhat Are the Signs of Codependency?10 Signs You’re in a Codependent Relationship, and What To Do About It16 Codependent Traits That Go Beyond Being a People PleaserWhat Is Codependency? 20 Signs & SymptomsGrab your journal and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy Playlist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this channeling, Honest Am shares a powerful message from Spirit about the true purpose of social media — and how we’ve been using it all wrong.This episode explores the sacred intersection of spirituality and the digital world, emphasizing the importance of intention and empowerment online. Through channeling ancestral guidance and reflecting on the impact of social media on relationships and self-perception, Am encourages you to embrace your digital self as a living part of your vibrational signature.Our ancestors call this era The Great Equalizer — a time when digital spaces can help us build communities, businesses, and movements of light.Instead of letting social media drain you, this conversation invites you to see it as a divine tool for education, expansion, and alignment. Your digital energy is sacred, and the version of you that lives online is still you.By the end of this episode, you’ll:* Reclaim your power and step into your main character energy online.* Align your digital presence with your higher self.* Use social media as a divine tool for education, connection, and creation.This isn’t about fighting the algorithm — it’s about remembering that social media isn’t your enemy, it’s your mirror.Grab your journal, light a candle and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy Playlist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of the Honestly Sis podcast, Honest Am asks the real question: Does social media actually make you feel good? From CEO’s to celebrities, many powerful people have stepped away from posting, so why do the rest of us feel pressured to stay online 24/7? In this episode, Am breaks down the hidden effects of social media on your mental health, relationships and self-image. Through personal stories and research, Am explores how social media can be both a tool for connection and a source of anxiety, comparison and burnout.Am also discuss why small entrepreneurs might be better off focusing on their product rather than the algorithm. This conversation is your reminder to rethink your own relationships with social media, find balance in a digital world and choose self-care over strolling. If you’ve been questioning your social media habits or searching for a more intentional approach to building your audience, this episode is for you.By the end of this episode, you’ll:* Understand how social media can quietly affect your mental health and focus* See why some of the most successful people — from celebs to Fortune 500 CEOs — stay off platforms* Learn why small entrepreneurs are better off putting energy into a great product instead of chasing endless likes* Get practical guidance for building your audience in a way that actually feels good out burnoutResourcesMost Fortune 500 CEOs Don’t Use Social Media, And That’s A-OKWhy Successful Creators Don’t Have to Be on Social MediaPros and Cons of Social MediaHow Social Media Affects Your Teen’s Mental Health: A Parent’s GuideTeens and social media use: What’s the impact?Just How Harmful Is Social Media? Our Experts Weigh-InSocial media’s impact on our mental health and tips to use it safelyGrab your journal, light a candle and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy Playlist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

Amazon’s Prime series Harlem first season asks a big question: is happily ever after real? In this deep dive, we unpack love, friendship, and the messy truths that make joy worth chasing! In this Pop Culture Therapy session we celebrate creator Tracy Oliver’s amazing career and the themes she weaves into the show. From decentering men and challenging the “strong Black woman” stereotype to exploring complex relationships and personal growth, Harlem offers more than just laughs. I will also include my favorite episodes, key characters arcs and the cultural significance of this modern take on womanhood. Plus, I include my hot take: you can have it all… if you follow Tracy Oliver’s advice.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:* How each main character’s journey in Season 1 redefines love, success, and friendship* Why Harlem complicates the idea of “happily ever after” in ways that feel real and relatable* The cultural commentary Tracy Oliver weaves into the show’s storytelling* My honest take on what Harlem teaches us about chasing joy — and whether “forever happy” even existsIf you love this breakdown make sure you check out the rest of our Pop Culture Therapy Playlist on YouTubeGrab your journal, light a candle and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisPop Culture Therapy Playlist This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this Pop Culture Therapy session, we dive into Harlem Season 1 — by first highlighting Tracy Oliver’s amazing career, the key themes she weaves into the show, my favorite episodes, and the big takeaways that stuck with me. From decentering men to challenging the “strong Black woman” stereotype, Harlem offers more than just laughs. Plus, I include my hot take: you can have it all… if you follow Tracy Oliver’s advice.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:* Who Tracy Oliver is and why her perspective shapes Harlem* The show’s key themes, from decentering men to challenging stereotypes* My favorite episodes and the lessons I took away* Why my hot take might just change the way you see happily ever afterIf you love this quick breakdown, catch my full deep dive on YouTube where I go character-by-character to share what Camille, Quinn, Tye, and Angie taught me.Watch the full video here :https://youtu.be/CfK0QV_8RAE?si=nookhLElpvquiz3RGrab your journal, light a candle and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly SisHonestly Sis is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Can’t afford a month? Send a tip! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

What if your rock bottom isn’t the end… but the beginning of an adventure?In this episode of Honestly Sis, we’re exploring what it really means to face doubt and rise from the lowest points in life. Drawing inspiration from Marvel’s Ironheart, the wisdom of our ancestors, and the tarot’s Tower and 8 of Swords, we’ll uncover how breakdowns can actually be breakthroughs. I’m sharing how heartbreak, doubt and life’s messiest moments can open unexpected doors- and how trusting yourself (and the universe) can turn rock bottom into a launchpad for your growth.By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a powerful tool for reframing your “Tower moments” — transforming doubt and rock bottom experiences into stepping stones for your spiritual growthPlus:* Weekly guidance from the ancestors* A throat chakra blockage reading (and what it means for speaking your truth)* How to start seeing life’s “tests” as invitations instead of punishmentsIf you’ve been questioning your path or struggling to make sense of what feels like chaos, this one’s for you.🖤 Let’s turn your Tower moment into an adventure!Resources:Cree Summer on the Relationship Between Safety and Sex DriveEstelle on Trusting Yourself & Being a LightIronheart (Disney Plus)Grab your journal, light a candle and let’s dive deep. If you’re truly resonating with this message consider showing some extra love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly Sis This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe

In this mini episode, I’m sharing a quick but honest update about the doubts I’ve been facing on my journey — and why I’m choosing to embrace them rather than shy away. Inspired by the scientific process, I explore how doubt can be a powerful tool for growth and clarity.This episode marks a mini rebrand moment for the podcast as I recommit to connecting more deeply with you and staying the course, even when the path feels uncertain.Tune in for this brief but meaningful conversation, and thank you for being part of The Honest Society.Resources:Why Doubt Is Essential to ScienceWhy expressing doubt is the foundation of scienceReasonable Versus Unreasonable DoubtDoubt can be a virtue in both science and religionIf this episode spoke to you, I invite you to join The Honest Society by signing up for the mailing list. It’s where I share exclusive insights, personal reflections, and tools to help you navigate doubt and growth — so we can keep this conversation going beyond the podcast. f you’re truly resonating with this message please show some love:Tip JarBook A ReadingJoin Honestly Sis This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit honestlysis.substack.com/subscribe