We're throwing it back to another great episode! Have you ever found yourself in a place where you knew it was time for change? Or maybe you found that you were trying to shine in the wrong space or on the wrong stage or in front of the wrong audience? This week's episode is all about the pivot! What moments lead up to change? How do you execute the change? Join Kiki & Ki as they explore a concept spoken first about by R&B Singer Chrisette Michele. Chrisette talked about Having the right intentions but possibly being on the wrong stage. Key Timestamps: 1:06 Weekly Check In 12:03 Recap of Last Week’s Episode 14:17 For the Culture: -  Beyonce’s new album: Renaissance (Act 1) - Talking about Teacher Vacancies while awaiting a new school year to start 33:16 Sometimes we can have good intentions and bring them to the wrong stage! 36:14 When did you have your AHA moment where you knew it was time to pivot? 57:48  Aparighaha, the concept of Non-Attachment. 1:07:03 Where to find us - Share the podcast!! Rate & Review!! 1:09:11 Self Care for next Week Take Care Sis!!! Source Articles https://www.ekhartyoga.com/articles/philosophy/aparigraha-practising-non-attachment Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindfullykiki Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]

We are still on a break! But dive back into this episode on the different types of Self Care! Join Ki & Kiki for a Conversation around the different types of Self Care! Many people associate Self Care with bubble baths, manicures and pedicures; But there are many different layers to this practice! In this episode we introduce our list of Self Care Types: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Spiritual, Personal, and Professional Self Care. Timestamps: 3:26 Physical Self Care 9:26 Emotional Self Care 15:08 Spiritual Self Care 17:20 Personal Self Care 26:36 Financial Self Care 30:26 Relational Self Care 39:39 Professional Self Care 44:44 The Water Scandal! Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindfullykiki Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Email: [email protected]

This week we are Bringing you fhe Best of 2022!! Join Ki & Kiki as they compile some of their best episodes from Season 1 and 2! Key Timestamps: 1:02 The Best of 2022! 2:13 What is Self Care? - Season 1, Episode 2:56 Hold Your Sis Accountable - Season 1, Episode 3 12:57 Eff That Job, Sis! - Season 1, Episode 7 24:30 NO is a Complete Sentence - Season 1, Episode 11 29:13 Therapy & Mental Health Awareness- Season 1, Episode 15 38:11 Take Time to Rest - Season 1, Episode 25 45:52 Taking Care of Your Health - Season 2, Episode 5 58:18 Confident, Calm,  and FIRM - Season 2, Episode 9 1:03:57 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]

This week we are simply talking about the Hot Topics in the streets! From Diddy's new Baby to Nick Cannon's 12th Baby to Tj Holmes and Amy Robach to Derrick Jaxn's Divorce. Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss the All of the trending topics in this "For the Culture" Episode. Key Timestamps:  1:04 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 4:15 How was Your Week? 14:43 Recap of Last Week's Episode 15:48 Issa For The Culture Episode!!! 16:24 Sean "Love" Combs (Diddy) Has a New Baby? Nick Cannon's Alleged Unethical Polygamy TLC's Sister Wives Shows how Polygamy Unravels 31:12  NYPD can now remove mentally ill homeless people from the streets 35:42 Derrick Jaxn and his Wife are Filing For Divorce 41:53 Tj Holmes & Amy Robach Debacle 49:30 Angela Yee & Trevor Noah Exit rhe News Stage 56:50 Brittney Griner is HOME 1:03:48 What is Something You're  Manifesting for 2023? 1:07:41 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! 1:10:17 Take Care Sis  Follow Us:     Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod  Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi   Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com   Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi   Ki's Website: yogawithki.space   Email: [email protected]

Do you ever realize in the middle of a conversation that you have completely misunderstood the person who's talking to you? Do you immediately think "Am I Missing Something Here?" Effective Listening helps us yo minimize misunderstandings and ensure that we are giving the person talking adequate attention AND that we perceive the informatjkn goven correctly. Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss the 7 listening styles,  the benefits of effective listening, and how to improve your listening style. Key Timestamps: 1:04 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 21:14 Let's Talk About the 7 Listening Styles Informational listening Discriminative Biased Listening Sympathetic Listening Comprehensive Listening Empathetic or therapeutic listening Critical listening 37:07 Which Listening Style(s) Do you Identify With? 44:23  What are the Benefits of an Effective Listener? 50:48 Effective Listening Is Self Care 52:40 How to Improve Your Listening Skills 36:33 How Can You Use Your Kmowledge of Listening Styles for your own Self Care? 1:04:14 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! 1:05:26 Take Care Sis Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]

Have you ever felt like your messages were misunderstood? OR Have you ever felt like you misunderstood someone else? It may be because you and the person on the other end are speaking with different communication styles. There are 4 types of Communication Styles that people usuaally fall into. Each Communication Style has different traits, and can be perceived differently from people communicating with them. So, Which style do you identify or relate to? Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss the 4 communication styles traits if each style, things each communicator may say and how to improve on your communication style. Key Timestamps:  1:04 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 8:18 Recap of Last Week’s Episode 8:57 For the Culture Remember to take your PTO! The San Francisco Police Department has been approved to use Robo-dogs on their force. Kanye gets kicked off of Twitter Deion Sanders says he's leaving JSU to go coach at Colorado State. Can you find a good man in Home Depot? 29:52 Let’s Talk Communication Styles 32:15  What are the 4 Communication Styles? 32:37 Passive Communicator Style 34:57 Aggressive Communication Style 36:33 Passive-Aggressive Communication Style 38:38 Assertive Communication Styles 40:11 Which Communication Style Do You Identify With? 45:48 Do People Confuse Aggressive with Assertive when Talking to Black Women? 56:24 How can you improve on your Communication Style? 1:09:27 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! 1:11:56 Take Care Sis Follow Us:     Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod  Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi   Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com   Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi   Ki's Website: yogawithki.space   Email: [email protected]

One Holiday down and one more to go! Listen we've survived one holiday, and are so happy to get back to our lives.  BUT one thing we will not miss is the awkward questions we receive at family gatherings.  We understand that there are mostly good intentions behind them,  but that doesn't change the fact that they are annoying. When are You bringing someone home Kiki? When are you getting married Ki? When are you having kids Kiki? Our Answer in a more loving way is....First Off, Mind Yo Business! Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss curious questions from family, and friends, the intention behind them, feelings that stem from them, and how those questions are perceived. Key Timestamps: 2:46 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 9:01 Recap of Last Week’s Episode 8:16 For the Culture Shanquella Robinson Case Updates Qunita Brunson talks about why she loves her relationship. Her husband does not “dim her light” Olivia Picahrdo is the first woman to make the roster of a Division 1 baseball team at Brown University 26:06 Let’s Talk about Questions the Aunties Wanna Know 1:07:07  Self Care in Real Life 1:11:32 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! 1:12:13 Take Care Sis Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]

The Holiday season is here!!! From Thanksgiving to Christmas, we are preparing ourselves to get into the Holiday spirit, to eat good food, spend time with our families, and most importantly, make time for ourselves. Join Ki & Kiki as they discuss all things Holidays from when to put up your Christmas tree to Thanksgiving Food, and how to fit in your self care in the midst of your Holiday gatherings. Key Timestamps: 1:48 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 9:01 Recap of Last Week’s Episode 10:04 For the Culture Midterm Election Results....The Good and Bad The Case of Shanquella Robinson's Death Controversy surrounding Marsai Martin's wearing lingerie in the Savage Fenty Show.  She said "We just minding our young, rich, and black business" Amazon lays off workers (middle managers) Twitter is Falling down after Elon Musk lays off over half the company and goves the rest an ultimatum. 35:02 Let’s Talk about Holiday Tings 1:07:16  Self Care in Real Life 1:14:31 Share, Like, Comment, Rate & Review! 1:15:48 Take Care Sis Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]

Across the globe, we have all experienced a significant amount of loss over the past few years from the effects of the pandemic alone. We’ve lost family, friends, and many people we may not even be closely connected to.  And with loss comes grief.  Grief is a lifelong journey that looks different for everyone. Join Ki & Kiki as they dive into the topic of Grief. They explore what grief is, the causes, personal experiences and finally the 7 stages of Grief. Key Timestamps: 1:04 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 9:11 For the Culture - Go see Black Panther - Brittany Griner has been moved to a Penal Colony in Russia.  - Man  on twitter proposes to fiance at her husband’s funeral - Tabitha Brown’s children show was nominated for 2 emmy’s 15:49 Recap of Last Week's Episode 17:01 Let's Talk About Grief 18:00 What is Grief? 19:43 What causes Grief? 29:49 Our Personal Experiences of Grief 49:53 7 Stages of Grief 1:02:45 Share the Episode, Rate/Review, Like, Comment, and Answer the Question on Spotify! 1:04:58 Take Care Sis Resources: How to Deal Wirh Loss: https://youtu.be/LUSRmK9cTls Grief: https://www.apa.org/topics/grief#:~:text=Grief%20is%20the%20anguish%20experienced,and%20apprehension%20about%20the%20future . Follow Us:     Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod  Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi   Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com   Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi   Ki's Website: yogawithki.space   Email: [email protected]

Did you know.....that every 40 secs someone has a heart attack? It is the leading cause of death. When was the last time you had a serious conversation with your doctor or healthcare professional about your health, sis? When was the last time you made time to actually check on your health status? Being aware of your body and how it operates regularly is a way to advocate for yourself and can help you to notice when you may need to consult your doctor for further care. Join Ki & Kiki as they invite Stephanie Oliver, Family Nurse Practitioner, into their conversation. This week they discuss health in terms of heart disease, diabetes, and advocating for your health by having conversations with your Healthcare Professional. Key Timestamps: 1:04 Hey Girl Hey.....Checking In 4:09 Recap of Last Week's Episode/ Ratings and Reviews 6:05 Highlight of Our Week 10:53 For the Culture Esther Crawford, Director of Product Management at Twitter was seen sleeping on the floor at the office to meet deadlines Don't forget to take your PTO and use your FSA funds!! It's Open Enrollment We all need to make sure we have healthcare 24:17  Welcome Stephanie Oliver, Nurse Practitioner 25:48 Heart Disease Awareness, Symptoms and Prevention 33:16 What does a heart attack look like for women? 38:27 Conditions that can be affected by Heart Disease 42:33 Diabetes Awareness, Type 1 & 2, prevention, and maintenance. 1:08:13 Advocating for Yourself to your Medical Professional 1:25:08 Share the episode! 1:28:40 Take Care Sis Follow Us: Instagram: www.instagram.com/takecaresispod Kiki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/thiscurviyogi Kiki's website: www.thiscurviyogi.com Ki's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifewithki_the_yogi Ki's Website: yogawithki.space Email: [email protected]