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Affirmations for Black Girls413 | You Deserve to Feel GOOD in Your Body. Why Play, Movement & Pleasure Are Essential | Pep Talk WednesdayIn today’s episode, Tyra’s talking about something she never thought she’d be able to say — she finally feels at home in her body.This week’s pep talk is all about reconnecting with yourself through movement, play, and curiosity. Tyra shares how trying new hobbies like boxing, pottery, and dancing (yes, twerking included!) helped her move out of her head and into her body — not for aesthetics or productivity, but for presence and joy.Pep Talk Challenge: Reconnect to your body through play.Pick one thing this week that br...2025-05-0724 min
Be Awesome TogetherBe Awesome Together: Cookies, Chaos & CommunityIn this episode of Be Awesome Together, Tyra and Charles dive into the messy, beautiful reality of trying to stay motivated, creative, and connected when life feels like a nonstop marathon. From camera troubles and burnout to astrology, taxes, cookies, and creative goals, they share candid reflections on the emotional rollercoaster of juggling projects, careers, and personal growth.They open up about the importance of community, the challenges of asking for help, and the magic that happens when we lean into connection instead of isolation. With plenty of humor and heart, they remind us that being awesome...2025-05-031h 12Be Awesome TogetherThe Return of Tyra: Batman Couches, Shelf Watch & Stellar Fest Shenanigans🎉 Tyra is back! After five weeks apart, Charles and Tyra reunite on Be Awesome Together for a hilarious, heartfelt, and high-energy episode you don’t want to miss. From tech glitches to fandom obsessions, this episode dives deep into:🔹 The chaotic return of Tyra – and the mystery of the Batman couch🔹 Shelf Watch 2025 – will the shelf ever be built?🔹 Behind-the-scenes at Stellar Fest – including Tyra’s first-ever celebrity interview with Clayton Landey🔹 Fandom, Taylor Swift & the NFL – how Swifties are changing marketing and sports economics🔹 Dragon Con panel secrets & updates – what’s coming and who’s in🔹 Finch app produc...2025-04-301h 08Affirmations for Black GirlsJournaling to Increase Your Self-Awareness & Learning How to Release Self-Criticism & Start Choosing Self-Love. Looking Within For Answers To Your Problems.Let’s chat! Tyra answers some deep reflection questions in real time on today’s episode. Self-Reflection is a daily practice that deepens your relationship with yourself and Tyra is showing you firsthand how she’s been able to get to know herself a little better! Grab your notebooks and a pen for this episode! This week’s affirmation is: “I release self-criticism and choose self-love”Journal Prompts From today’s episode:What feels impossible today that would shock me to accomplish in a year? (Write it down and date it.)Wh...2025-04-0730 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARWhat happens when you "let go" and "let God?"...special guests Tyra Dennis and Pastor Drew TruckerJoin Pastor Joe Liles, featuring special guests Tyra Dennis, an interim worship leader from Los Angeles, and Drew Tucker, executive director of Camp Hopewood in Ohio. Dive into a conversation about leadership, mentorship, creativity in ministry, and the transformative power of inviting others to use their gifts. Discover inspiring stories of personal growth, denominational experiences, and the importance of raising up new leaders within the church. Whether you're involved in ministry, seeking spiritual insights, or interested in leadership development, this podcast offers profound reflections on faith, community, and calling.Great quotes from the Podcast"God doesn't...2025-03-1257 minAffirmations for Black Girls407 | Time is a Thief—So Stop Acting Like It’s Unlimited. Slowing Down to Live Fully & Making Space for What Matters: Joy, People, and ConnectionIn today’s episode, Tyra dives into the power of slowing down and making time for what truly fills us up. We often get caught up in the hustle, rushing through tasks, goals, and deadlines, but we forget to live in the moment and connect with the people around us. Tyra opens up about how she’s been embracing the simple joys of life, from spending time with friends to practicing pottery, and reflects on how it's changed her perspective. From making time for meaningful relationships to recognizing that life is happening right now, Tyra encourages listeners to stop wait...2025-02-2441 minAffirmations for Black GirlsWhy Disappointments are a Gift from God. How Unmet Expectations Provide Clarity & Strength. Weathering the Storm of Disappointment & Learning How to Heal After Major Disappointments in Life | REWINDToday's episode is a rewind! Here, Tyra talks about Disappointment. There is a silver-lining to disappointment and its important to reframe our perspective around unmet expectations. Tyra shares her journey and how she is overcoming disappointment.Link to the full sermon: How to Heal a Disappointed Heart https://youtu.be/iLE0LPf8vjs Subscribe to the pod! https://anchor.fm/affirmationsforblackgirls/subscribeThis week’s affirmation is: “I focus on what I can control & make peace with what I cannot.”The Big...2025-02-0346 minAffirmations for Black Girls401 | Out With the Old, In With the New: Hello, 2025! ✨ Shedding Dead Weight, Embracing Big Deal Energy, & Setting Intentions For The Abundant Year AheadWe're starting 2025 with intention and clarity! Tyra shares her personal “Ins & Outs” list for the year, diving into what she’s embracing—like boldness, creativity, and intentional living—and what she’s leaving behind, including procrastination, excessive screen time, and productivity guilt.This week’s Affirmation is “ I am a big deal”Get ready to reflect, laugh, and maybe even borrow some inspiration for your own list! Get the New Year, Defined Me Workbook now! (use code ‘Sale10’ for 10% off through Jan 8, 2025. https://tyrathecreative.com/merch/p/new-year-defined-me-2025-ultimate-workbook ✨ Mentioned...2025-01-0648 minAffirmations for Black GirlsSeason 4: Taking Charge & Embodying 'Big Deal' Energy: The Monologue. Letting Go of Mediocrity, Taking Bold Action, Aligning with Purpose, Elevating Standards, and Stepping Fully Into Your Worth All 20252025 marks Season 4 of the Affirmations for Black Girls Podcast, and Tyra is stepping into this year with a new mantra: “I am a Big Deal.” Not because she thinks she’s better than anyone, but because she’s learned that showing up with intention and excellence is the key to claiming what’s hers.This season, it’s all about owning your worth, putting your best foot forward, and embracing the abundance waiting for you. Tyra shares her intention for 2025: To embody Big Deal energy—in her faith, relationships, career, and every adventure along the way.Sis, it’s ti...2025-01-0604 minAffirmations for Black GirlsLiving Boldly: Your Next Chapter Is Waiting OUTSIDE Your Comfort Zone. Outgrowing Comfort and Embracing Change.Change is on the other side of your comfort zone—are you ready to take the leap?In this episode, Tyra reflects on her transformative year of stepping outside her comfort zone and embracing bold growth. From upgrading her wardrobe to deepening her relationships, traveling nearly every month, and landing incredible opportunities, Tyra shares how pushing beyond the familiar unlocked new levels of purpose and possibility.She also discusses the challenges of change—how uncomfortable, overwhelming, and even painful it can be—and why staying in the same place is never the answer. If you’re ready...2024-12-2353 minAffirmations for Black GirlsWhat is 'Soft Girl' Era? How Can I Be A Soft Girl? Entering Our Soft-Girl Era as Black Women, Learning How To Redefine Our Identity, and Embracing Femininity With Confidence. | REWINDTyra believes the 'Soft Girl' Era isn't new, but moreso of a revival or rebirth of how women lived decades ago. As Black girls, we don’t have to go along with the identities and stereotypes that have been put on us for years. We can choose to adopt a new lifestyle that fits what WE want for ourselves.In today’s REWIND episode, Tyra and Bria Black chat about Soft Girl Era and what it means for black women. From letting go of the stereotypes put on us by society, to discovering more abou...2024-12-1654 min
Chapter BlueMy Story: Vulnerability, Resilience, and Finding BalanceIn this deeply personal solo bonus episode of Chapter Blue, your host, Tyra Valeriano, shares her story for the first time. From the challenges of balancing motherhood and a law enforcement career to the emotional weight of tough decisions, Tyra talks about how her experiences shaped her journey in and out of law enforcement.Listen as she discusses her struggles of work-life balance, the impact of trauma, and the lessons learned about priorities, mental health, and resilience. This episode is a raw, honest conversation meant to inspire, connect, and remind listeners that they are never alone in...2024-12-121h 00