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Fellow blogger and podcast host, Deandra, is talking all things lifestyle, giving you all of the real, and everything in between while leaving her listeners with some motivation at the end. So put on your crowns, fill up your favorite cup, and enjoy. You're tuned into The Black Princess Diaries podcast. Website: theblackprincessdiaries.com Instagram: @tbpdpodcast
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Two friends discuss their jobs as party princesses.
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There are plenty of things that cost money in this world that probably should be free, including water. However, in the sea of capitalism, there still are a few free things, and kindness is one of them! In this episode, Deandra reminds you of that and to be kind as much as possible. Music by EMusical…
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Recently, Deandra has gotten dressed up to take pictures for content, and it was a little bit of a shock. It's been a while since she's been dolled up, and it became a reminder that she's still that girl! This moment has inspired her to remind her listeners that you can be, and still are, that girl. All you need to do is remind yourself! Music by …
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Have you heard of the current winter arc trend? It's all about using the last few months of the year to work on yourself and your goals! In today's episode, Deandra shares four tips to help you have the most successful winter arc possible. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Ins…
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Life tends to throw a lot at you all at once. With 2024 steadily coming to a close, it seems to be doing it's best to take the title from 2020 as one of the worst years. Having her own little venting session, Deandra discusses the personal issues she's dealing with while leaving a message of giving up your worries. Music by …
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Social media is an ever-growing place that allows you to connect, celebrate others, and create a growing platform. As inspirational as it may be, scrolling can cause a bit of a side effect where you start to compare yourself with what you see. Deandra talks about that in today's episode. Music by EMusical…
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It's hard to feel as if you should be somewhere, yet feel out of place at the same time. That is what Deandra has been feeling lately and, though she's confused, she's hopeful that things will become figured out in the end. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Have you ever felt defeated because something you wanted or needed to do felt too difficult? We tend to overthink things, but what seems too impossible to accomplish could become so simple. All you have to do is get out of your head and stop complicating the process. Music by EMusical Follow Us: …
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When it comes to your life, sometimes you have to take the Missy Elliott approach to flip it and reserve it. Starting over and going back to the drawing board is never fun, but you have to remember why you're starting over. To get to where you want to be, you must start from the beginning. Music by EMusical…
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Some people are outgoing and make their presence known with no apologies. However, others prefer to be seen and not heard. You may feel you don't deserve to take up space and let your presence known, but you deserve to be out in the front just as much as anyone else. Music by EMusical Follow Us: …
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As a creator (or anyone in general), it's not always easy to remain...well...creative. There are many factors around and inside you that can make it hard to pull the creativity out that you usually have. However, there are ways to help you keep that creativity alive and create something new! Music by EMusical F…
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Sometimes giving no advice is the best advice. You may mean well when you're trying to help someone, but if you can't relate, you'll just hurt the situation instead of helping. That doesn't mean to stop giving advice, maybe just only for situations where you can be the best help. Music by EMusical Follow Us: …
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Have you ever wondered why people still follow someone they don't like? It's because people love to hate watch. If you have someone who still watches you but dislikes you simultaneously, let them watch. That's your moment to show them exactly how it's done when you mind your business and continue to shine. Music by EMusical…
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The Olympics is here and its airing is a reminder for you to go for the gold. Sure, you may not be an olympian, but you should strive for "gold" in whatever you're doing. You never know who's watching you as their inspiration. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Sometimes we find ourselves in a mood where we don't feel like it. No matter what "it" is, it's okay to feel that way. No one can ever judge you for wanting to take a break. It's okay to take care of yourself and put that thing on the backburner for a moment...it'll still be there tomorrow. Music by EMusical Follow Us:…
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Trying to stand out in a niche saturated with different people is hard. The good news is that everyone is just that...different! You don't have to try and become like someone else in hopes of obtaining the success that they have. Being your unique self is what will drive the people towards you! Music by EMusical Follow U…
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The phrase "pressure turns you into diamonds" seems nice in hindsight, but how true is it really when it comes to you? The truth is, trying to handle more than you can bear won't turn you into a diamond. It's how you choose to (or not to) care for yourself during it all. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Thirty is vastly approaching for Deandra and she's trying to get her life together! Growing up, many of us thought that our thirties would be the prime adult age and we would have our entire lives together. That may be true for some, but changes happen throughout our entire lives and we need to release those expectations society expects us to have …
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Deandra celebrated the sixth anniversary of The Black Princess Diaries blog. With no plans of taking TBPD as far as it has gotten, she realized how unexpected many of our destinations can be. Sometimes we know where we want to go, but end up somewhere completely different. Sometimes we have no idea where we're going, but end up in places we could n…
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In this world, a lot is often expected of us, and even more so from the people we are close to. Holding the weight of those expectations can get heavy. At some point, we must realize that the only expectations that matter are the ones we have for ourselves. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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We're back and starting season 7 by standing on business! "Stand on business" seems to be the phrase for 2024, and with six months left, it's time to implement it. Don't let another goal, moment, or person slip through the cracks. It's time to say what you mean and mean what you say. Music by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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With only a few moments left of 2023, it's time to reflect on what we took away from the year. People screamed, "It's 2023!" throughout the year, but what does that mean? As we go into a new year and change 2023 to 2024, allow it to mean that what we did in the year(s) prior, we're no longer accepting or doing in 2024. In 2024, there's no time for …
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Christmas is typically a cheery time and a season where everyone comes together, but not everyone is cheery around this time or has someone. If you feel alone this Christmas season, this episode is for you. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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I get it, you're working hard and trying your best but it seems like nothing is working out no matter how hard you try. It's exhausting, but the good news is that everything does work out in due time love. Unfortunately, the bad news is that you don't know when that time will be, but you just have to keep pushing until you get there. Intro and outr…
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It's time to clear out those unnecessary friends, and not just physically, but digitally. A lot of us are guilty of allowing our friends list to build up despite not even engaging with half of the people we follow. Clear up that list boo and start fresh with people who serve a purpose! Catch up on blogmas 2023! Intro and outro beat by EMusical…
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Sometimes we get so busy that we forget to take care of ourselves. Though self-care Sunday looks different for everyone, it provides the opportunity to remind those who are too busy or feel they don't deserve to partake in self-care. Even the smallest bit of self-care matters! Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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With so much going on in the world and our personal lives, it's hard to find gratitude in even the smallest spaces. The thing to remember through these tough times is that a little gratitude truly goes a long way. Remember to have gratitude for even the smallest things and watch how far it takes you. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us…
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As 2024 is beginning to come to a close, it's important to release what's holding you down. What's keeping you from growing and becoming the person you've been trying to become this entire year but just can't seem to succeed? Is it a person? A thing? YOU? Release that anchor so that you can move forward and grow! Intro and outro beat by EMusical…
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So, maybe that thing that you thought was going to be a success didn't exactly turn out that way and that's okay! Whenever you start something, you have the hope that it's going to become a success from the first try, but the truth is, that's rarely the case. It's okay to fail and acknowledge that you failed. The important thing is to figure out ho…
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We often hear about routines and how important they are for your daily life...but are they really? Not everyone needs a routine, but some would be lost without them. This begs the question...to routine or not to routine? Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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Everyone in this life has a choice to be kind, and though there are plenty of people who are, there are also plenty who choose not to be. There is a lot going on with us as a society and some people make choices, such as offensive comments online, just because. Seeing these things often begs the question: Are we okay as a society? Intro and outro b…
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When you look at something that's considered broken...whether that be a glass, a vase, or even yourself...the first thing you think is that it's now useless. However, that's not the case at all. Anything broken, even a person who feels as if they're broken, can be renewed into something even more beautiful than it was before. Intro and outro beat b…
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Have you ever had a hard time trying to think of content to make? It happens to all of us at some point, but what if it's a continuous thing? Sometimes, not being able to think of things or feeling lost and unmotivated is your brain's way of telling you something. If you haven't, take a moment and listen to what it's trying to say. Intro and outro …
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Life is definitely "lifing" and can aid in holding you back on your dreams. However, when are you going to realize that sometimes it's not always life or other things that are holding you back, but it's potentially you instead? Sometimes we have to push ourselves, but the question is...how far are you willing to push yourself to achieve your dreams…
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In a world where it seems as if money is limited and there's not enough for every creator, I'm here to tell you that is not true! There's enough for everyone to thrive in the creator world. The most important thing is to keep going and it will come! Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Sometimes life forces us to start entirely over, whether we want to or not. As scary as starting over can be, there's so much beauty in starting fresh and all of the possibilities of what could be. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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Today is International Day of Friendship, which not only reminds us to be grateful for our friends we've come to know in person, but for the ones the internet has allowed us to make from all over the world. Though today is about celebrating your friendships with others, it's also important to think about yourself and if you're the friend to yoursel…
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One of the hardest things about being a content creator is dealing with the social media algorithm. Everyone is trying to figure out how to remain seen and avoid getting shadowbanned, but the question is...can you? Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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It's hard out here for a lot of us bigger girls who don't feel the most confident with our curves or showing our bodies and takes a lot of work to get to a place where you are. You should always love and appreciate your body, and now is the perfect time to start! Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Social media day is coming up, which makes you think about all of the ways that it has grown since the internet started. Social media has opened a wide array of doors for numerous people, and as amazing as it can be, there are always going to be a good side and bad side to something...especially social media. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow…
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Taking care of plants is just like when you're trying to take care of your craft. In order to allow your craft to grow and bloom, you have to nourish and put all of your love and care into it. It also takes a lot of time (and sometimes money), but the end result will always be worth it. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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Despite many struggles to keep going (including current ones), The Black Princess Diaries blog has reached its 5th year. It would be impossible to get here without pushing through and keeping in mind the very things that help keep me motivated. Everyone has something that keeps them going through hard times...what really keeps you going? Intro and …
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Society loves celebrating when you're being productive, but what about when you haven't been? Being productive and handling business is important, but it's okay to have days where all you do is relax and take time for yourself. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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When you're creating your own social media platform, there are technically no rules as to how you want your platform to go, but there are some tips that you should live by if you want to continue to build and grow. Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram
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The Black Princess Diaries Podcast celebrates being played in your ears, through your car speakers, and on your phones for four years now...but what if it never made it this far because of doubt? Everyone goes through moments where you're questioning if what you're doing is meant for you, but your victories (big and little) have already given you t…
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It's no secret that clothing stores need to do better when it comes to catering to the plus size community. It makes it harder for bigger girls and women to find their own style and feel beautiful in the clothes they're wearing, but big girls deserve to feel and look beautiful too! Intro and outro beat by EMusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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One thing lesson that is learned when you hear about the passing of Jerry Springer and many others is that life is short and what you leave behind is just as important as the impressions you're making when you're here. Whether it's your personality or a business, it's important to leave something behind to be remembered by. Intro and outro beat by …
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In a world where people make you feel as if you're not good enough or need to conform to something that you're not in order to fit in, it can be hard to not try and change who you are. Never apologize for standing out and being who you are! Intro & outro beat by Emusical Follow Us: Instagram
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It's a new year and a new season! We're starting season 6 off in a way that we only know how...with some realness. This content creation life isn't easy in the slightest, especially when your brain is making it even harder to get things done, and it's all being unpacked in today's episode. Intro & outro beat by Emusical Follow Us: Instagram…
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It's the last episode of the season and to end season 5, Deandra is leaving you with twelve things to keep in mind for the new year ahead. intro & outro beat by @_emusical_
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In this episode, Deandra discusses how she's trying to figure out the tone for her podcast. This creates a realization that, no matter the situation, the tone you set matters. intro and outro beat by @_emusical_
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