Living The Stressed Life

S3E11: 40 Acres & A Mule: Building Black Wealth

March 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

In his song Dedication, Nipsey Hustle said, "How long til opportunity meet preparation...need some real nigga reparations..fore I run in your bank just for recreation." All socioeconomic classes in the black community recognize much of the poverty in our community is because of economic disparities. This can be documented as far back as the end of slavery. However, have with increased opportunities and more knowledge do have we finally closed the wealth gap? Does the black community even tru...

S3E10: You vs You: Would Your Ideal Partner Choose You?

February 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

Women keep asking the question, "what prayer did singer Ciara pray to snag Russel Wilson?" However, Russel stated he identified five non-negotiables when he prayed for a wife . When asked about her relationship with husband, Boris Kodjoe, Nicole Ari Parker stated God instructed her to make a list of everything she wanted in a partner and then examine if she possessed the characteristics that would attract that mate. Join this week's discussion on how to choose the right partner and explore w...

S3E9: Sexual Dissatisfaction and Improving Intimacy

February 17, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

Statistics show that a third of Americans are sexually unsatisfied in their relationship. Of course there are a variety of reasons for sexual dissatisfaction but lack of intimacy continues to be a common thread. Join Tiffany & Lemar as they discuss sex and intimacy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

S3E8: Is It Worth It: Infidelity, Divorce and Dating After Marriage

February 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.1 MB

Sometimes people step out on their relationship or marriage because they are more focused on what’s missing rather than appreciating what they have! It’s also possible that people are stepping out on a relationship that could possibly thrive because they feel they could simply do better? However, is it worth it? Is the dating pool really offering something better than what you left behind? Join the discussion with Tiffany and Lemar Storey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo...

Rebuilding Trust After Infidelity

January 27, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 79.4 MB

"A single lie discovered is enough to create doubt in every truth expressed!" If that's the case, is it possible to heal your relationship from infidelity? Join us as Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss rebuilding trust after infidelity! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Developing A Marriage Mindset

January 20, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Approximately 39% of marriages in the U.S end in divorce. Given the high rates of divorce it would be beneficial for couples to take their time to assess their compatibility and work through personal baggage before saying, “I do.” Join us as we discuss things to consider when trying to develop a marriage mindset. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

No Justice, No Peace

January 13, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

On January 6, 2021 many people across the nation watched as Trump supporters stormed the U.S capitol in an attempt to disrupt the confirmation of Donald Trump's defeat in the 2020 presidential election. For people of color, the response from local authorities and the military, or the lack thereof, was a clear indication of the racial disparity in America. This week join Tiffany & Lemar as they discuss the psychological and emotional stress of racial injustice and how to regain your inner pe...

New Year, New ???

January 06, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 44.2 MB

Soooo 2020 has officially came to an end. Bye, Felecia! As we enter a new year what are your expectations? What are your take-aways from this past year? What are you trying to manifest? What's on your bucket list? Join Tiffany and Lemar Storey as they discuss the 2020 rollercoaster and how to bounce back in 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

T.H.O.T Culture

December 23, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

What is THOT culture? Where did it originate? What are the implications of THOT culture on mental health? Is there a generational difference in the way THOT culture is perceived? Join Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss THOT culture with special guests Christopher Pilot and Torrielle Gibbs. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Cancel Culture: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

December 16, 2020 13:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MB

What does Ice Cube, Lil' Wayne, Chris Brown and Tory Lanez all have in common? They made decisions, gave a commentary or engaged in a behavior that landed them on the cancelled list. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of cancel culture! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

The Stress of Change

December 09, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MB

Change is hard but inevitably things change in our lives. After months of change due to COVID many of us are over the "new normal." Join Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss the stress of change and share a few tips on how to adjust. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

8 Barriers to Effective Communication in Marriage

September 13, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

Divorce rates are higher today than any other time in history. Issues such as infidelity, addiction or money disagreements are the more obvious causes of divorce but the most common cause for marital challenges boil down to ineffective communication. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss the most common barriers to communication and how to overcome those barriers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Live Interview with The Holts of Love & Marriage Huntsville

September 06, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

This week's interview was recorded live at the iPush Foodie & Music Festival. Tiffany and Lemar sit down with the stars of OWN Network's Love & Marriage Huntsville, Martel and Melody Holt to discuss the impact of work-life balance, gender roles and more in marriage and business. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

iPUSH Through Stress

August 23, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Being an entrepreneur and business owner can be stressful. One can only imagine how the stress increases when you add taking care of a parent. Join the stress experts, Tiffany and Lemar Storey, as they sit down with the founders of iPUSH magazine, Riko and Aquila Harris, to discuss the stress of entrepreneurship, care-taking and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

A Never Ending Cycle

August 16, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MB

They say what goes around always comes back around. Well that is especially true when it comes to the economy. With all the buzz surrounding the threat of a tanking economy or recession, Lemar and Tiffany discuss recession-proofing your life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

God Grant Me The Serenity

August 09, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MB

Learning to accept things which you cannot control is a hard pill to swallow. It can be even more challenging when you have a high strung personality like Tiffany. Join this week's podcast as Tiffany discusses learning how to find acceptance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Under Committed or Over Committed, That is the Question?

August 02, 2019 11:00 - 42 minutes - 57.7 MB

Have you heard the saying, "the road to hell is paved with good intentions?" So is the road to over commitment. Oftentimes, people say "yes" way too often because they care or feel their involvement is valuable. However, is it possible that over commitment is really under committing to that which you value most? Join Tiffany and Lemar as they explore the stress of saying "yes" too often. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Life After Divorce

July 05, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MB

Two people merging life experiences, values, belief systems and lifelong habits can be a difficult process. Stress can hit an all time high, when unions or marriages ultimately end in divorce. Join Tiffany as she discusses life after divorce with special guests Felicia Daniels and Adrienne Nixon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

When Politics Is Bae

June 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MB

American politics can get really ugly with opposing parties sparing no punches. As a result, everyday citizens are bombarded with information creating national unrest for all who are tuned in. If politics is stressing out voters, one can only imagine the impact of politics on politicians. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they sit down with special guest, a fellow alum, friend and public figure, Seyram Selase, to discuss the stress of politics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify....

Let's Talk About Sex

June 21, 2019 11:00 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MB

For many couples sexual intimacy can become a struggle or even nonexistent. There are an array of factors that can impact sexual intimacy but very few couples recognize just how much stress impacts sex. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they discuss issues that lead to a decrease in sexual intimacy and provide 7 tips on how to put the spark back in your relationship. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

When They See Us

June 14, 2019 11:00 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MB

This week's episode Tiffany and Lamar take on Netflix's newly released movie, "When They See Us," created, written and directed by Ava DuVernay. The docudrama tells the story of "The Central Park Five," five black teenage boys who were wrongly convicted for the assault and rape of a white woman in Central Park in 1989. Join the duo as they discuss their take on the movie and the stress of being black in America. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestr...

Real Love

June 07, 2019 19:09 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Finding the love of your life seems like it would be easy, right? In reality falling in love can be scary, especially in 2019 where traditional rules of engagement are a thing of the past. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they jumpstart Season 2 of Living the Stressed Life podcast exploring dating rules and the stresses that come with dating in the 21stcentury. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Opposites Attract

April 05, 2019 11:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

It is said that opposites attract but can being so different from your spouse, coworker or partner cause stress and conflict. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they explore how the differences in their personality have contributed to stress and strife and hear their suggestions for how to reduce stress in your relationship when your spouse's personality differs from yours. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

99 Problems & This Number 1

March 29, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 83 MB

Statistics show that most couples who divorce often do so behind money or sex. One key factor to a healthy marriage is not just managing money but also understanding how your spouse manages money. In this week's episode Tiffany and Lemar explore 5 money personality types, how these money personalities impact your marriage as well as tips on how to keep conflict over money from ruining your relationship. As promised the links to this week's discussion: --- Support this podcast: https://podc...

Until Work Do Us Part

March 15, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MB

For many of us maintaining work-life balance is a challenge that puts a strain on our relationships especially marriage. Minimizing stress and maintaining balance becomes even more challenging when your spouse is also your coworker or business partner. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they explore the stress of spouses who work together. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

A Cold Day in Hell

March 01, 2019 12:00 - 52 minutes - 71.4 MB

It's really true that forgiveness is for you and not the other person. Harboring negative feelings or holding on to unforgiveness is not only damaging to your relationships but can also manifest into mental and physical stress. In this week's episode Tiffany and Lemar explore steps you can take to develop a more forgiving attitude to benefit from better emotional and physical health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Holy Stress

February 22, 2019 12:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

Like so many other people, Tiffany and Lemar grew up in homes where spirituality and religion set the standard for how they should live their lives. In this week's episode join the dynamic duo as they explore the connection between religion and spirituality and stress. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

I Ain't No Sell Out

February 08, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Being an entrepreneur and business owner can be really stressful. However, is it possible that black-owned business owners encounter stressors that their white or non-black counterparts do not experience? Are black-owned businesses perceived differently if they do not cater to the communities that are not diverse? Join this week's discussion! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Acting Brand New

February 01, 2019 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

Is it true that everyone evolves with time and life experience? One thing that has proven to be true is that major life changes can lead to stress. Sometimes even good life change, such as marriage or having a baby, can lead to stress. On this week's episode Tiffany and Lemar discuss their top five life changes that lead to stress and how to cope when you experience major life changes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Going Postal

January 25, 2019 12:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MB

Have you ever had one of those days you simply want to walk off the job or maybe settle for cursing out your boss? If so, you wouldn’t be alone? So many people feel as if they are stuck in a job where they are under appreciated and overworked. This week’s episode explores common workplace stressors. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they share solutions for managing work-related stress to help you avoid “going postal.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestre...

Talking Out the Side of Your Neck

January 18, 2019 12:00 - 42 minutes - 48.7 MB

The road in any relationship can feel like a rollercoaster, mostly due to various stresses and issues we encounter in simply living life. No one ever said it would be easy but there are some behaviors that make or break the relationship. This week Tiffany and Lemar explore the top 10 common mistakes or deal breakers in relationships. Reflecting on their own marriage challenges, they also offer the ABC's of effective communication especially when dealing with stress. --- Support this podca...

Glass Ceilings and Invisible Doors

January 11, 2019 12:00 - 37 minutes - 42.7 MB

Is it possible that some of the stress you feel is related to opportunities denied to you or experiences you were excluded from simply because of the color of your skin? Naturally, we all experience stress as we engage in the world but research suggest differences in the impact of stress as it relates to race. Join Tiffany and Lemar as they offer perspective on the impact of racial discrimination on mental health and wellness in Episode 3. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti...

Who Said I Am Emotional?

January 04, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

I’m sure by now you have heard the saying “women are emotional” at least once. Maybe you were told growing up that “boys don’t cry!” Are there really any differences in the way men and women experience and express stress? Tiffany believes that women manage stress better while Lemar believes men are more physically and psychologically equipped for stress. However, what does research say? Join the husband and wife duo as they explore stress and gender in this week’s episode. --- Support this...

Living the Stressed Life

December 29, 2018 05:27 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MB

Living the Stressed Life is a new podcasts exploring the impact of stress and benefits of self-care. Episode 1 outlines the inspiration for the podcasts as well as the topics and issues that will be covered in as the podcast progresses. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livingthestressedlife/support

Living The Stressed Life

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