Lessons of the Six Figure Woman
137 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWelcome to Lessons of the Six Figure Woman! We are your hosts Chichi and NG, two Nigerian American women who are realizing there's so much more to us than our careers. We created this platform to dive into the lessons we’ve learned and are still learning. We break the mold of the perfect Nigerian Woman and get real, vulnerable and honest about our experiences in life. Join us as we have conversations about relationships, Nigerian culture and all the pressures that come with being a six figure woman!
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Episodes
Lessons We Learned in Our 20's
November 11, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB#022 In this episode NG and Chichi talk all about some of the lessons they learned in their 20’s from relationships to career. The ladies discuss how their views on relationships and careers evolved as they entered into their 30’s and reflect on some of their experiences in their 20’s. They also get into the freedom they feel coming into to themselves and not being afraid to show who they are. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want...
Lessons We Learned in Our 20's
November 11, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB#022 In this episode NG and Chichi talk all about some of the lessons they learned in their 20’s from relationships to career. The ladies discuss how their views on relationships and careers evolved as they entered into their 30’s and reflect on some of their experiences in their 20’s. They also get into the freedom they feel coming into to themselves and not being afraid to show who they are. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want...
What is Your "Type"?
November 04, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB#021 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss their "types." They talk about the types of men they prefer and the lessons they learned from dating them. They get into the age old debate about why some black men choose to exclusively date white women. They talk about how social media portrays and highlights lighter skin women and under represents darker skin women in relationships. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM ...
Are Men Intimidated by Independent Women?
October 28, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB#020 In this episode Chichi & NG discuss men's perception of an independent woman. Are men intimidated by a woman who can provide nice things for herself? What can a man offer an independent woman? Chichi and NG discuss their experiences and thoughts on this topic. They also tackle an interesting listener question. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at LOTSF...
Stop Asking About My Uterus!
October 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB#019 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about the uncomfortable question, "when will you get pregnant?" They discuss how intrusive this question can be and how they establish boundaries with those that ask. The ladies also discuss fertility, egg freezing, and pregancy in your 30's and the pressures they feel to have children by a certain age. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigur...
Stop Asking About My Uterus!
October 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB#019 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about the uncomfortable question, "when will you get pregnant?" They discuss how intrusive this question can be and how they establish boundaries with those that ask. The ladies also discuss fertility, egg freezing, and pregancy in your 30's and the pressures they feel to have children by a certain age. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigur...
What to Expect When Dating Non-Exclusively
October 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB#018 In this episode the ladies breakdown the non-exclusive dating phase. They talk expectations, when to disclose personal information and when it’s appropriate to make the jump from non-exclusive to exclusive. Chichi and NG talk about their non-exclusive dating past and present and discuss how they handled the non-exclusive dating stage. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurew...
The Alpha Woman and Toxic Femininity
October 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB#017 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss the meaning of Alpha personality in both men and women. Society often assigns different roles for Alpha males and Alpha females. These differing roles lead to toxic masculine and feminine traits. The ladies talk about the pressure to be more feminine and whether the lack of feminine qualities makes them more or less attractive to men. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM u...
Stop Making These Relationship Mistakes!
September 30, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB#016 In this episode, Chichi and Ng talk through 5 of the biggest relationship mistakes. They describe their experiences making these mistakes and the consequences of those actions. This episode also features a listener question and advice segment. You don't want to miss this one! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Stop Making These Relationship Mistakes!
September 30, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB#016 In this episode, Chichi and Ng talk through 5 of the biggest relationship mistakes. They describe their experiences making these mistakes and the consequences of those actions. This episode also features a listener question and advice segment. You don't want to miss this one! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Do Men Want a Submissive Wife?
September 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MB#015 In this episode, Chichi and Ng discuss what it means to be a submissive wife. They challenge the current definition of submission and talk through situations where they may have been a submissive partner. They also discuss current marriage traditions and provide their thoughts on the expectations of a wife. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at LOTSFW@gm...
Marry Me or It's Over!
September 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB#014 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss giving your partner ultimatums for marriage. They discuss whether it is healthy to give your partner a choice between getting serious or breaking up. They also discuss their ideas of “Love” what it takes to truly love someone with no expectations. They get very personal with their own experiences with love, living with a partner and balancing career with being a partner. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode O...
BBLs, Bleaching, & Body Image
September 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB#013 In this episode Chichi and NG are talking all about the standards of beauty imposed upon women. They get into a discussion about the BBL movement and why they feel pressure to conform to these standards. They also discuss colorism and how prevalent bleaching is in Africa, specifically Nigeria. They open up about their experiences as dark skinned women and the stereotypes darker toned women face. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just...
BBLs, Bleaching, & Body Image
September 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB#013 In this episode Chichi and NG are talking all about the standards of beauty imposed upon women. They get into a discussion about the BBL movement and why they feel pressure to conform to these standards. They also discuss colorism and how prevalent bleaching is in Africa, specifically Nigeria. They open up about their experiences as dark skinned women and the stereotypes darker toned women face. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just...
Toxic Relationships
September 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB#012 In this episode Chichi and Ng are discussing toxic relationships. We all hear the word "toxic" a lot but do we ever really dive into how to recognizing when we're actually in a toxic relationship? In this conversation Chichi and Ng talk about toxic relationships with romantic partners, friends, and even family. They open up about their own personal experiences and how to get closure in toxic situations. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if...
Toxic Relationships
September 02, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MB#012 In this episode Chichi and Ng are discussing toxic relationships. We all hear the word "toxic" a lot but do we ever really dive into how to recognizing when we're actually in a toxic relationship? In this conversation Chichi and Ng talk about toxic relationships with romantic partners, friends, and even family. They open up about their own personal experiences and how to get closure in toxic situations. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if...
The Struggle to Belong & the Tension Between Africans & Black Americans
August 26, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB#011 In this episode Chichi & NG discuss how as Nigerian Americans they’ve never felt Nigerian enough, American enough, or even black enough. They talk about their experience with code switching. The conversation also dives deeper into the tension between Nigerians and Nigerian Americans as well as the tension between Africans and Black Americans. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesi...
The Struggle to Belong & the Tension Between Africans & Black Americans
August 26, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB#011 In this episode Chichi & NG discuss how as Nigerian Americans they’ve never felt Nigerian enough, American enough, or even black enough. They talk about their experience with code switching. The conversation also dives deeper into the tension between Nigerians and Nigerian Americans as well as the tension between Africans and Black Americans. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesi...
The Pressure to be Married by 30
August 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB# 010 In this episode Chichi and NG are talking all about the pressure surrounding getting married by a certain age. After 30, women feel pressure to settle down and start having children. Chichi and NG share their personal journeys and their thoughts on settling for the wrong person because like EVERYONE keeps saying, their clocks are ticking! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfi...
The Pressure to be Married by 30
August 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB# 010 In this episode Chichi and NG are talking all about the pressure surrounding getting married by a certain age. After 30, women feel pressure to settle down and start having children. Chichi and NG share their personal journeys and their thoughts on settling for the wrong person because like EVERYONE keeps saying, their clocks are ticking! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfi...
Battling Imposter Syndrome, Microagressions, and Burnout
August 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB#009 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss protecting your mental health in the workplace. They talk about their experiences as black women working in high stress environments and the pressures they feel to perform regardless of what they're going through. They also talk about therapy and the importance of advocating for yourself and your mental health. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonso...
Battling Imposter Syndrome, Microagressions, and Burnout
August 12, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB#009 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss protecting your mental health in the workplace. They talk about their experiences as black women working in high stress environments and the pressures they feel to perform regardless of what they're going through. They also talk about therapy and the importance of advocating for yourself and your mental health. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonso...
Stop Ignoring Your Mental Health
August 05, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB#008 In this episode Chichi & NG discuss the silence around mental health issues in the Nigerian and black communities. They open up about their struggles with mental health and the negative impact ignoring your mental health can have on your life. They also talk about the impact of mislabeling mental health issues on self confidence. For all those who feel alone in their mental struggles, please know you're not! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode ...
Stop Ignoring Your Mental Health
August 05, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB#008 In this episode Chichi & NG discuss the silence around mental health issues in the Nigerian and black communities. They open up about their struggles with mental health and the negative impact ignoring your mental health can have on your life. They also talk about the impact of mislabeling mental health issues on self confidence. For all those who feel alone in their mental struggles, please know you're not! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode ...
The Pressure to be a Doctor, Lawyer, or Engineer
July 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB#007 In this episode Chichi and NG are talking all about the pressure to pursue certain careers. They discuss the shared experience for so many Nigerians of being pushed into one of three career paths; doctor, lawyer, or engineer and how this can effect perceived self worth and mental health. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Intro - Missed Lessons and The Unlearning
July 29, 2021 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBIn this new series Chichi and NG are talking about all the lessons that they didn't learn while growing up Nigerian and some that they are still learning along this journey. The will also explore how they are unlearning some of the things that are unhealthy and don't positively contribute to their lives anymore. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at LOTSFW...
Intro - Missed Lessons and The Unlearning
July 29, 2021 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBIn this new series Chichi and NG are talking about all the lessons that they didn't learn while growing up Nigerian and some that they are still learning along this journey. The will also explore how they are unlearning some of the things that are unhealthy and don't positively contribute to their lives anymore. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at LOTSFW...
Relationship Dealbreakers
July 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB#006 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about relationship dealbreakers. We all have a list of things we look for in a potential partner but in this conversation they're discussing some the things that are non negotiable in a relationship. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Relationship Dealbreakers
July 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB#006 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about relationship dealbreakers. We all have a list of things we look for in a potential partner but in this conversation they're discussing some the things that are non negotiable in a relationship. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Interracial and Intercultural Relationships
July 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MB#005 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss interracial and intercultural relationships from their perspective as Nigerian-American women. They delve into the cultural taboos that are associated with dating non-Nigerians. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Interracial and Intercultural Relationships
July 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MB#005 In this episode Chichi and NG discuss interracial and intercultural relationships from their perspective as Nigerian-American women. They delve into the cultural taboos that are associated with dating non-Nigerians. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
#RelationshipGoals
July 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB#004 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about this idea of #RelationshipGoals. We all spend significant amounts of time scrolling through social media and we often find ourselves coveting what other people show off about their relationships. In this conversation Chichi and NG discuss how social media affects us and especially how it impacts our relationships. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @le...
#RelationshipGoals
July 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB#004 In this episode Chichi and NG talk about this idea of #RelationshipGoals. We all spend significant amounts of time scrolling through social media and we often find ourselves coveting what other people show off about their relationships. In this conversation Chichi and NG discuss how social media affects us and especially how it impacts our relationships. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @le...
Celibacy, Sex, and Everything In Between
July 01, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB#003 - In this episode Chichi and NG get super vulnerable as they talk all about celibacy, abstinence, and sex. They open up and discuss their own personal experiences throughout their sexual journeys and share some of the lessons they've learned along the way. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Celibacy, Sex, and Everything In Between
July 01, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB#003 - In this episode Chichi and NG get super vulnerable as they talk all about celibacy, abstinence, and sex. They open up and discuss their own personal experiences throughout their sexual journeys and share some of the lessons they've learned along the way. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Is He Out of My League?
June 24, 2021 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB#002 - In this episode Chichi and NG talk about this idea of being in or out of someone's "league". They discuss whether money and education matter when it comes to picking a partner. And of course they discuss how their Nigerian culture impacts it all. If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at [email protected].
Introduction
June 14, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.83 MB#001 - Welcome to Lessons of the Six Figure Woman! In this episode Chichi and NG introduce themselves and discuss the meaning behind the name of this podcast. You'll also get an idea of what to expect from season one. We'd love to connect with you! Join our tribe by subscribing to this podcast, we hope you enjoy! If you have a question or comment that you want featured on a future episode OR if you just want to say hello DM us on instagram @lessonsofthesixfigurewoman or email us at LOTSF...