Ruff Cut Reality Check
33 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -This show is all about helping you become a better YOU by uncovering one truth at a time. In this podcast, I will focus on purpose, overcoming personal strongholds, self-care, navigating day-to-day life, and sharing insightful knowledge that's helped me along the way. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
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Girls Trip Do's and Don'ts
April 02, 2021 21:54 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIf you've been on a few girls trips, then you've probably experienced one that didn't quite go as planned. There's always someone who complains about how the rooms or how much everything costs. And sometimes there's that friend who plans the trip minute-by-minute and leave no room to rest and recover (guilty -- but I've learned!) Here are a few of my favorite girls trip do's and don'ts to help you make your next bestie getaway a trip to remember (in a good way! lol). ________ Join me on my...
Choosing Self Love with Jasmin Moses
March 27, 2021 15:54 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBYou know I couldn’t let March end without highlighting one of the most influential and genuine women I know, Jasmin Moses. Jas is a beauty influencer and has worked with many of the beauty/hair brands that you know and love! In this segment we sit down for some fun girl talk as we discuss our journey to self-love, adjusting to life, and advice we’d give our younger selves (whew lawd!). Grab some wine and enjoy! ____ Connect with Jasmin: IG: @slimreshae / Uncut Gems With Slim Podcast @un...
Choosing Your Purpose with Destiny Inspire
March 19, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB"Purpose is progressive," says Transformational Speaker and Empowerment Juggernaut, Destiny Inspire. In this segment, Destiny brings her fiery passion for helping other discover and unleash their purpose as we discuss her journey from being "broken to brilliant". She shares how digging deep within herself has allowed her to help women and the youth to live out their destiny. We touch on the roadblocks she faced on her journey, pulling yourself from a place hopelessness, and seeing yourself...
Shaping Your Self-Care For You
March 14, 2021 17:20 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBSelf-care is a broad term that can take endless forms. It doesn't look like a bubble bath or a shopping spree. What's important is that you discover the forms of self care that best fulfills what you need for your life to flow. Licensed Therapist and Founder of Loving The Unique You nonprofit, Tiffany Howard, Ed.S, LPC, BC-TMH joins me again to discuss the importance of creating your own version of self-care that fits your needs and lifestyle. --- Connect with Tiffany! IG: @tiffanyhoward_...
Choosing You Over Comparison with Breonna Quash
March 14, 2021 16:47 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIt's natural to struggle with comparison but it's how you use that energy is what makes a difference. In this segment, I sit down with Breonna Quash, Founder of Social Repertoire - a marketing mastermind agency that connects brands with diverse influential talent - to discuss how she's learned to turn negative comparison into positive learning and growth moments in order to have a successful business. ___ Connect with Breonna! IG: @breonnaaa_ & @socialrepertoire www.socialrepertoire.com ...
Choosing You Over Fear with Candace Chatman
March 05, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn honor of March being a month to celebrate and honor women, this month I'll be doing a Choosing You series featuring some of the most influential women I know. In this series we'll discuss the power of choosing you over fear and comparison, discovering your purpose, and the journey of self love. ___ In today's segment, I'm joined by Candace Chatman. Candace is a business strategist and direct messaging sales coach. She teaches online service-based businesses, how to effectively sell thei...
New Relationship - New Lessons
February 27, 2021 00:43 - 13 minutes - 12 MBToday we’re discussing lessons I’ve learned since being in a new relationship (That’s right, ya girl not single no more! ). In this segment I discuss: Understanding each other’s love languages The dynamics of effective communication Compromising for a happier relationship And having a partner that loves you for you yet loving you enough to challenge you to be greater. ----- Join me on my journey of figuring out this thing called life on Instagram @purelypicturesque. Follow the show a...
Healing From Relationship Trauma with Tiffany Howard
February 19, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBRelationship trauma comes in many different forms (romantic and non-romantic) and it affects us in different ways. It also tends to follow us from relationship to relationship if we don’t heal from it. In this segment, I’m joined by Licensed Therapist and Founder of Loving The Unique You nonprofit, Tiffany Howard, Ed.S, LPC, BC-TMH for a two-part series on becoming the best you through healing from past relationship trauma and creating your own version of self-care that fits your needs. Join ...
Healing From Relationship Trauma
February 19, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBRelationship trauma comes in many different forms (romantic and non-romantic) and it affects us in different ways. It also tends to follow us from relationship to relationship if we don’t heal from it. In this segment, I’m joined by Licensed Therapist and Founder of Loving The Unique You nonprofit, Tiffany Howard, Ed.S, LPC, BC-TMH for a two-part series on becoming the best you through healing from past relationship trauma and creating your own version of self-care that fits your needs. Jo...
Managing Expectations
February 10, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBManaging expectations is probably one of the hardest things to do because our expectations are shaped by our experiences and our own perception. It requires us to step outside of ourselves and our comforting perception to face the reality of a situation. In this segment, I offer some tips on how to manage your expectations to improve your relationships. Join me on my real journey! Instagram: @purelypicturesque & @ruffcutrealitycheck Email: [email protected] Enjoying Ruff Cut Realit...
My Lessons On Corporate America
January 28, 2021 22:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIn today's segment I breakdown my pros/cons about working in Corporate America and some lessons I've picked up along the way. Keep in mind, these are based on my personal experiences and are not blanket statements for every corporate company. I hope... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Being Kind To Yourself During Growth
January 21, 2021 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBIf you're like me, you know how easy it is to fall into the hole of beating yourself up or giving in to comparison. In this segment, I discuss the importance of being honest with yourself during those times in order to grow, while also giving yourself... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Building A Powerful Brand with Caleb Brannon
December 09, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBCaleb Brannon, Co-owner of Jetlag TV, shares his experience with building a media brand that goes beyond your everyday media outlet. If you're looking for motivation and gems to step out and launch your own business/brand, this episode is for... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
How To Overcome Fear and Start a Business with Marli Crowe
December 02, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBToday I’m joined by Marli Crowe — Founder and CEO of Crowe Career Services, a career enhancement company, and C.Suite, a modern apparel online boutique designed to empower young professionals to work where they want by offering fashionable, affordable... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Keys To Protecting Your Energy with Cece T.
November 13, 2020 01:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBIn today’s show, I’m joined by Cece, owner of Bonvivant Tresses, and an incredibly talented MUA. In this segment, we talk about the importance of protecting your energy and share our experiences with releasing relationship dead weight in order to grow.... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Making Your Mark with Kris Kaylin
November 04, 2020 22:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this segment, Kris Kaylin brings her fire and passion as she discusses her journey through the media industry as a young Black woman creative. She sheds light on the mistakes she's made, challenges she's faced, and lessons she's learned. Instagram:... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Leaping and Leaning with Na'Chanelle Brown
October 28, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this segment, I'm joined by founder of Create by Na'Chanelle Events & Marketing where we dig into everything from her journey to entrepreneurship, dealing with mental health, and building your faith while overcoming life's obstacles.Na'Chanelle... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Learning To Pivot
October 14, 2020 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBIf you feel like you're in a season of shifting and pivoting or have been there, this episode is for you! In this segment, I give tips for how to navigate this phase in your life and how to get the most out of it so you can truly grow.Warning: This... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
5 Things To Help You Overcome Feeling Burnt Out
October 07, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBIt's the Season 2 Premiere!! If you're listening, I'm so glad you've joined me for another transformational season of Ruff Cut Reality Check. In this segment, I'm talking about something many of us are familiar with: burning out and/or finding yourself... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
(Season Finale) Single Friend Chronicles: Making Room For The New
October 04, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBIssa wrap! For the season finale of Season 1, I'm closing out the Single Friend Chronicles with some lessons I've learned this year regarding relationships like closing doors to old relationships that no longer serve a purpose or have been dead weight,... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Single Friend Chronicles: Leveling Up with Jasmin Moses
July 30, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBBeauty Influencer and Content Creator, Jasmin Moses, joins me in this week's episode to dish about her experience being "Professionally Single". In this segment, we discuss falling in love with potential, the importance of communication, age gaps in... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Single Friend Chronicles: Living Out Loud w/ Dasia Garvin
July 16, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBSituationships, datings apps, and living fearlessly as a single woman! My longtime best friend and I discuss all of that and more in this segment. Instagram: @purelypicturesque & @ruffcutrealitycheckEmail: [email protected] to connect with... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Single Friend Chronicles: 5 Things You Shouldn't Say
July 08, 2020 22:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIf you're single, you've probably had your share of awkward moments where you were cornered by a stranger or those in relationships inquiring about your relationship future. So I decided to compile my top 5 cringe-worthy questions/statements that many... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
The Power of Accountability
June 10, 2020 20:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBAccountability is one of those things we know we all need but it’s not something we’re always excited about because it requires us to be 100% with the person holding us accountable. But there is so much power in having someone on your team to keep you... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Leaping Into Your Purpose with Jordan Mills
June 03, 2020 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWhether you're an underground creative trying to break through and get your name out, or a side hustlin' biz owner/freelancer, or full-time entrepreneur, the struggle can be real out here. But what helps is knowing you're not alone. In this segment,... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Seeing The Process Through
May 28, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.1 MBSticking with the process and seeing it through is easier said than done. Struggles meals get stale. You grow tired of rejection. Self-doubt keeps making frequent visits. But one of the keys to growth is becoming aware of your roadblocks and how to work... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
3 Things I've Learned In Quarantine
May 06, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBThis has been an unusual and trying time for most of us. But in an effort to remain balanced, I've used a lot of this time to self-reflect and re-evaluate my priorities. Often times we don't realize the parameters we've conditioned ourselves to until... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Moving To Atlanta
April 29, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn continuation of last week's discussion on transition and shifting through adulthood, this week I'm discussing my move from Augusta to Atlanta! I made this decision and visualized it years before it even happened. But it wasn't until I felt... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Transitioning From College To Adulting
April 23, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBMy experience with transitioning from college to adulthood was a rocky one. I'm going to be honest with y'all; it was not a fairy tale journey. I experienced a majority of the emotions a new grad faces (excitement, hope, sadness, fear, hopelessness,... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Hearing From God
April 08, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBLet's be real. Hearing from God is an abstract topic and it's hard to dissect. I preface this discussion by saying there's no cookie-cutter way to hear from the Creator. Every spiritual relationship is different, which comes with different styles of... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Quarantine Q&A
March 25, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBSince we're all practicing safe social distancing, I decided to do a fun quarantine Q&A to give you all more deets about me! If you have more questions you'd like me to answer, feel free to send them in through the channels below. Enjoy!Instagram:... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
3 Relationship Lessons Learned
March 18, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBNavigating the single life can be difficult and complicated. In this segment, I share the biggest relationship lessons I learned over the year and how they've contributed to the woman I am today.Instagram: @purelypicturesqueEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support
Welcome to the show!
March 09, 2020 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.85 MBIntroducing Ruff Cut Reality Check! I'm super duper excited to finally birth this show and take part in empowering you all through my life story and experiences. RCRC will be all about getting REAL, being authentic, and living in your power. I hope you... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruffcutrealitycheck/support