Keywords self-perception, external opinions, body image, judgment, resilience, self-esteem, societal standards, mental health, isolation, self-worth Summary In this conversation, Shadrieka discusses the complex relationship between self-perception and external opinions. She emphasizes that how we view ourselves is often influenced by what others say, but ultimately, it is our own feelings that matter most. The discussion explores societal standards of beauty and intelligence, the impact of judgm...
Jun 28, 2025•11 min
For the friends that are always there for their friends and can't get back the same energy from half the ones they consider a friends.
Jun 14, 2025•14 min
There are so many things that are gonna try to keep you from your purpose. You job is to remain strong and go after the things and people you feel that are supposed to be permanent fixtures in your life. The goal is to live the way you see fit. If you're living with other people in mind you're already messing the game up. The most important thing is to make sure you're enjoying the live you were given and you're walking the path that was meant for you.
May 05, 2025•9 min
This podcast is centered around the role a woman plays in society. Also asking questions such as ‘Does going through life childless make you less of a woman?’, and ‘ Does being the provider for the household while being female make you less of a woman?’
Apr 13, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1
This is a rant concerning the different responsibilities that come with being an adult.
Feb 06, 2025•13 min
This is a conversation. I’m interested in providing you all with questions. I really want you to think deeper than the surface. Because everything in this life we have to do or maintain requires you to be mindful of who is getting over on you. Cause trust someone is gaining something from your lack of knowledge . If you have Podcast ideas you would like me to speak on or questions and comments please send them to shadsshortstories@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!...
Jan 27, 2025•20 min
There is always going to be someone telling you, you can't do this or that. Make them eat their words.
Aug 20, 2024•19 min
Often times we have to enter the workforce even though we could care less about working. All because working allows you to do a lot of the things you wouldn't be able to do other wise. But what comes with those jobs can be life altering or sometimes make you want to be done with the whole thing. All because you're forced to deal with those that you wouldn't choose to deal with on your worst day. These are just a few of my experiences and I would love to hear about some of yours Also if you haven...
Jul 27, 2024•42 min
This episode is for all my people out there that feel like they need people's approval to have a happy existence. I'm here to tell you; that is the last thing that should be on your mind. The funny thing is; it doesn't matter how many times someone tells you this; you are always going to perform for people. You're going to perform until you learn and are confident in who you are and the value you've placed in yourself. Some of us learn this a little later than others. But once you do, the whole ...
Jul 14, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 25
There has been much that has been going on in the world, always. But what I see going on more and more everyday is lack of community. What a lot of the younger generation doesn't seem to realize is that community was the super power the people in our communities had. What makes us ripe for the picking now is our lack of community. Because there is so much that can be done because we have all distanced ourselves from one another. Making it hard to tear the walls down and really be able to do some...
Jun 12, 2024•20 min
So many of us have been taught to give in absents of ourself. A lot of the time we don't realize we're doing it because it's something we were taught from young. This is especially true if you have younger siblings or are a female. There isn't a thing wrong with being selfless, just make sure you maintain a balance.
Jan 22, 2024•4 min
Have you ever had someone you trusted with every and anything; just to have them prove to you they never deserved the trust I the first place. This is for you, my naive soul.
Dec 13, 2023•19 min
Growing up being a woman being taught life is only good when you have someone to share it with. Then realizing life could be even worse if it's the wrong one.
Dec 03, 2023•29 min
So many times we don't live life the way we choose. Many times because we don't live how we want for fear of wanting to please someone else. Or because we are afraid of either Going off on our own, that coupled with the possibility of not making it makes the whole experience seem paralyzing.
Nov 23, 2023•4 min•Season 1Ep. 1
People pleasing feels like you're helping others. But when it comes down to it you're hurting yourself because you're allowing other people to determine your self worth. Learn to stand firm in who you are. It's a battle but it's one of the most rewarding.
Jun 09, 2023•7 min
Sometimes you may be the light in a very dimly lit room. There is never anything wrong with you. The problem is with them. If people make you feel like you need to dim your light never give in to their request because you were beautifully and wonderfully made by the most high and he never makes any mistakes. If he wanted you to be what they want you to be he would have made you that way. He didn't so there is nothing else to be said.
Apr 08, 2023•17 min
The way things are these days brother and sister could get married to each other, and only because they want a companion. Not to be involved sexually. Because every relationship doesn't have to sexual. Not everyone wants or needs someone they want to f*** every night as their wife or husband. Sometimes it's more about the bound.
Feb 08, 2022•15 min
There's a negative stigma with that word. But I want people to start embracing it. Being weird is what makes you different. It's also the thing that helps you to stand out.... And who wants to be like everyone else?
Feb 01, 2022•10 min
There's so many opinions out here telling women how they should act and what caiber of man they should be dating , that I believe it's time for us to discuss whether these people are right or wrong
Jan 27, 2022•26 min
This episode is dedicated to those who've committed themselves to people who gave the illusion they believed in doing the same. Then you realize the sacrifices and compromises you're willing to make without putting them in the uncomfortable predicament of doing the same. But it isn't or hasn't been reciprocated.
Jan 20, 2022•25 min
We're exploring the negatives and positives of different types of parenting. Also the affects of those parenting styles.
Jan 18, 2022•32 min
This episode is for those Black women who have grown up without their fathers. Looking for love in all the wrong places, because they weren't taught how to love the men in their lives'. Also we're speaking about the hurt that comes from not having both parents there.
Jan 11, 2022•25 min
This episode I wanted to take a closer look into relationships that should have never began in the first place. These are ones formed out of fear. Also the ones we start in because deep down we don't believe we deserve any better than what we have in them.
Jan 08, 2022•30 min
Have you ever been with someone you thought was your other half; but it turns out they were playing you. Making you believe yall were more than you were. Having you go above and beyond because you're thinking you all love each other and are on the same page. Then something happens that smacks you right back to reality. Maybe them saying, "You know what this is! What you getting upset for?!" This is after he/she asks you to do something only a girlfriend or boyfriend would because they love you t...
Jan 06, 2022•21 min
This is for the ladies!!! This episode is for the women wanting to let a load off. Wanting a safe space where you have that sister, that shoulder to lean on. If you're interested and want to help start this up please email me @ shadsshortstories@gmail.com
Dec 07, 2021•6 min
We are all taught working for someone else is the way to go. When there is so much more to accomplish.
Sep 23, 2021•11 min
Realizing you are capable of doing way more than what most people limit you to. Also learning to take the time to pour into yourself, rather than pouring into a job or career that doesn't pour back into you.
Jul 27, 2021•15 min
Learning to take control over your life. Knowing and believing what ever you decide is the right decision for you. Even if it does not work out. It's right because you decided it was the move you wanted to make at the time.
Jul 05, 2021•15 min
This Episode is for those of you who deal with Anxiety on the regular. Maybe you're someone who experiences anxiety on the regular and you don't know what to do to get over the feeling of it or you have no idea how to cope with it. This episode is for you.
May 23, 2021•9 min
There are so many times we go through life not listening to ourselves. Expecting for other people to know what's best for us; when in reality we are the best dictators of what's best for us; in many cases.
May 15, 2021•7 min
