Learning to navigate through relationships and friendships and loving who we are.
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Welcome to Family Dynamics by Pastor Funmi Alawale
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No one ever said life is easy. Hello! I'm Julie. I’m just like you. I’m a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. I have navigated through alcoholism, divorce, caregiving, blending families, as well as purposely discovering and owning my truth. Biggest life lesson? When you give yourself permission, you will find that you have more control over your life than you realize. I hope you will join me by taking responsibility for yourself, by only controlling the things you can and ...
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Don’t Settle for the First Hello at an Event
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4:09Send us a text At events, the initial greeting often comes from whoever is closest or bold enough to approach—not necessarily someone who matches your vibe, intentions, or energy. Even if the energy feels right at first, don’t stop there; keep mingling. A positive first impression doesn't always indicate long-term compatibility. Sometimes, it's sim…
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Write The “Dear Me” Letter to Yourself of The Becoming of You
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16:13Send us a text I wrote a "Dear Me" letter to myself, and I want to share a part of it. In this letter, I reflect on my journey of becoming who I am. This means I am embracing the direction life is taking me without second-guessing myself. I am following my first instincts about what I want in my life and in a partner. I encourage you to write a let…
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Send us a text I feel like it's becoming increasingly difficult to maintain friendships with the people we have known for a long time. While we understand that meeting new people can be challenging, we now find ourselves questioning our relationships within our own group. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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Send us a text So many women are going through this; what makes it even sadder is that some stay for years or never leave.Af Tracy Laury
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Dating Multiple People, He Has You in Rotation, Missing Texts and Calls!
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10:57Send us a text I believe he had a wonderful time on the date, which raises questions about why he's not texting you regularly or returning your calls. I think it's important to date multiple people for this reason. So, let's discuss it! https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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The Friend Who Finds Fault in Everything
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22:21Send us a text I want you and me to be very intentional about finding friends in the New Year. From here on out, we’re paying attention to how people make us feel, how they speak to us, and how they show up when it truly matters. We’re no longer entertaining friendships out of habit or history. We want connections that are mutual—where the support,…
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The New Friend Who Enters the Group With Bad Intentions — and How to Spot Them
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29:21Send us a text We have to be careful when letting new friends into our lives and into our friend groups. It’s just like dating — we don’t introduce a new guy to our friends and family right away. The same level of caution applies when we meet new friends. Take your time before letting them all the way in. It's very important to find out who they ar…
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(Horrific Car Accident) Fighting through the Obstacles, Staying Positive!
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14:37Send us a text I'm still going to post episodes and will continue to do all the things I have planned. I'm finally setting up my Pateron, all I need to do is add a few things. My Instagram is going to be more of a lifestyle page, showing you all the cool things about life living in Austin. I actually have a due date for my debut novel. A car accide…
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Friendships: The Leader, The Flunky, and The One Just Trying to Fit In
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15:32Send us a text Friendships can resemble a beehive—there’s always a queen bee at the center, her trusted henchmen nearby, and the rest of us forming the outer ring, guarding the hive and politely pretending we’re on board with everything. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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After Ten Years Together… Will This Be the Holiday He Finally Proposes?
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19:07Send us a text Ladies, we need to take a real look at what it means to be in a long-term relationship with no wedding proposal in sight. With the holidays approaching, I know many of you are wondering the same thing — will this finally be the year? I’m going to share a list of honest reasons that may help you understand whether a proposal is actual…
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Who Really Wins When You Build Him Up and He Walks Away? Side Note: My Mouth Slightly Wired
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10:23Send us a text I believe this is worth contemplating. Who is the real winner in this scenario? What really happens to him when you're not there anymore? https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Should I Have Stayed in My Marriage Now That I’m Alone?
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12:46Send us a text It was a listener’s question. I don’t think they were being mean-spirited; I think they were just concerned because my mom and Lulu aren’t here anymore. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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How to Tell if Your Holiday Connection Is the Real Thing.
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8:12Send us a text Holiday magic has a way of clouding our judgment. The twinkling lights, cozy nights, and festive excitement can make every connection feel deeper than it really is. But just because the season feels magical doesn't mean the person you're with is truly right for you. The real question is: how can you tell if he's genuinely a good matc…
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If You Never Show Him You're Done, He Will Use You Until You're Done
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7:20Send us a text Some men don’t stop taking until you stop giving. As long as you keep showing up, he’ll keep using you. He’ll drain your last bit of dignity if you let him. He’ll drag your name you up and down the street if you let him. So don’t just say you’re done — show it. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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Story Time: She Was His (Launching Pad) and He Took Flight
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9:23Send us a text Ladies, here’s what happens when you start to be the provider in your relationship. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Season 11: Low-Effort Man vs. High-Effort Man
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14:14Send us a text The dating scene may appear to be declining, but this often happens when you lower your standards. Many men today expect women to be the providers while they benefit from the women's efforts and finances. Ladies, maintain your standards and stop entertaining men who offer nothing but excuses. Remember, you are not their safety net. h…
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You Can Go Fast Alone, But You’ll Go Far Together
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4:05Send us a text Ladies, stop trying to do everything on your own. If you really want to achieve your dreams and go farther in life, you need the right mate — someone loyal, who shares your goals and supports your journey. Life is always better when you have a partner by your side. Two is always better than one…
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Why You Can’t Share Your Breakup Story With All Your Friends
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4:07Send us a text We’ve all fallen into this trap — opening up to the wrong people. But not everyone in your friend group is meant to hear your breakup story. Some friends carry their own hidden pain and will judge you through the lens of their secrets. I know you’re just looking for comfort and a soft place to land, but remember — not everyone’s hear…
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Relationships — We Break Our Own Hearts
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3:41Send us a text We do this to ourselves because we focus on the good. He’s throwing red flags, but we choose to look past them. And that’s how the cycle begins — dating the same man over and over, just with a different name Sometimes, we fall in love with potential instead of reality — and that potential can lead us straight down the rabbit hole. ht…
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Send us a text A quick life update. Sorry for going missing, but I’ve been on the road, headed to a new destination called home. I did it scared and overwhelmed, but I made it. The key is to just do it. We we will not know what life has in store for us unless we move, unless we take a chance on us. So, for that reason, I left on Monday at 4 p.m. to…
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Part 2: Are Married Women the Unhappiest?
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7:37Send us a text https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Part 1: Are Married Women Really the Unhappiest Women in the World?
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6:00Send us a text There could be several reasons for this feeling, and we will explore them further in the next episode. But here are some factors that might contribute to a wife feeling this way. In the next episode, I will speak with some married friends to get their opinions and report back to you all. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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Send us a text I never knew about this, and wanted to share it! https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Say Yes to the Right Yes: Choosing Your Engagement Proposal
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4:35Send us a text I have talked about this on the podcast before, and I think we need a refresher. One of the biggest decisions in life is choosing a partner. It sets the trajectory for our lives. But we have a habit of saying yes because he proposes. But really, are you ready to say yes? https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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When He Wants to Cheat, He Treats You Mean
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4:05Send us a text How many times have we all seen this behavior? He starts to act indifferent, he’s not calling as much, the date nights slow down, he finds things to argue about, etc. This is the biggest telltale sign he has someone else on the brain. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Send us a text I had a call with a listener which brought us to the discussion of that period in life when we are having the most difficult times. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Social Media Real Relationships versus Performing Relationships
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10:15Send us a text We all follow the couples that look like the perfect match with the matching outfits, exotic vacations or just simply poses like the movie Mr. & Mrs. Smith.Af Tracy Laury
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Why a Man Doesn't Lack Confidence When a Woman Supports Him
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9:37Send us a text I think most men feel very confident without a job because they have a woman providing for them, but ladies, this is where you need to pay attention. Supporting a partner through a rough season is one thing, but enabling him to stay stuck and depend on you is another. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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In Relationships, Your Dreams Become Each Other's Dreams
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6:19Send us a text I was scrolling on Instagram when I came across this conversation. I know this, but it was very exciting to hear, too. So I wanted to share it with you all.Af Tracy Laury
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Send us a text Of course, he might want you to believe that what he’s saying is true—but we’re not buying it. When a guy says something like, “You’re not enough,” it’s rarely about you. More often than not, it’s about his own insecurities. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Overthinking Yourself Right Out of a Perfect Relationship
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22:16Send us a text I’ll be honest, I’ve been guilty of this, and I’m sure you have too—overthinking the negative. You know, those moments where your mind starts spinning out of control, replaying conversations, analyzing every little detail in your relationship, and before you know it, you’ve stressed yourself out over something that might not even be …
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Grieving: I Got the Question Why Smile
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4:31Send us a text Someone ask why am I smiling. How could I smile? Well, I know what grief can do. I've been down that road before when my sister passed. So, I'm choosing to heal differently. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Grieving with Grace: The Life I Started Before My Mom Died
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24:44Send us a text I knew she was leaving months ago. I knew I would be alone in this world. So I started 9 months ago to build a new life to help the grieving process. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Send us a text You all know how I feel about this topic. I've discussed the 50/50 approach in romantic relationships before, and I'm sure many of you have your own opinions. I know this because every time I cover this subject, I receive a lot of emails. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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What Does "What Does She Bring to the Table" Mean for Immature Guys? (Repeat)
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3:39Send us a text The question is all over social media, being asked by some broke-looking guys. First of all, real men do not ask this question. But we have these little immature boys who we females don't give a second look at running with this question. The only thing I can think of is these busted guys never had attention, and somehow, they believe…
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Send us a text Ladies, if you see this happening, please nip it in the bud, as the elders would say. Don’t ignore the early signs of role reversal that leave you carrying the weight while he gets comfortable watching you lead, provide, protect, and fix everything. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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Don't Give Up on You Because You Met Him
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4:14Send us a text I have talked about this in previous episodes, but I like to do a refresher to remind you that even though you're in a relationship, I want you to continue the way you were before you met him. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Men Who Respect—and Reject—Women Who Demand Respect
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7:41Send us a text Some men admire women who stand up for themselves; others don’t. A confident man respects her standards and sees her strength as a good thing. But an insecure man feels challenged by her. Deep down, he knows he can’t control her, and that frustrates him. He realizes that she won't allow him to treat her poorly—there will be no games,…
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Character Flaws That Can End Your Relationship
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19:24Send us a text We all know people who say, “This is just how I am,” and refuse to correct their behavior. But their actions — and even their facial expressions — clearly call for a change. They refuse to grow, insisting it's just their personality. Eventually, they get dumped and are left wondering what went wrong. https://www.instagram.com/traceyl…
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Is She Worth the Effort? When Love Meets Debt
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23:02Send us a text I have more male friends than female friends, and that's an advantage, particularly for us. I hear them saying things like, "Is she worth the effort?" or I hear them curse, "like, oh shit," when they find out she's in debt, or what I like to call "Paying Bills." https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/I…
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The Dangerous Side of When You Stop Being You to Be Her
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15:29Send us a text It starts small, as I mentioned in the previous podcast. But sometimes, it can get out of hand, and that’s when things get complicated. The more you try to be her, the more you lose your own sense of who you are—and that’s when resentment toward her begins to build. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/I…
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Men vs Women: Talking to Friends About Our Relationship
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10:10Send us a text It seems like harmless chatter. We are just talking about our husbands, wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, and partners. Plus, we are speaking with people we know, whom we consider family, friends, and colleagues. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Send us a text It’s so easy to compare yourself to your friends — especially that one friend who you view as having it all together. Without even realizing it, you might start to become more like her, little by little, until you begin to lose sight of yourself. It just happens. But sometimes, if you're lucky, you catch yourself. And when you do, it…
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Don't Worry About People's Perception of You. Water Moccasin Abruptly Ended My Podcast
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Send us a text We all experience loss at some point, but it's our responses to these outcomes that truly define us. It's what we choose to do afterward. We can choose to wallow in self-pity and blame ourselves, but that won't help us at all. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Send us a text We come across them every day. Some of us even marry them, which makes us feel like fools! I wouldn’t want either, but I often wonder what the difference is. Is one better than the other? I doubt that’s possible. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Honest Houston Review: Friendship, Job, Racism, and Stuck in a City I Don't Like
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25:51Send us a text In this review, I share my thoughts about why I left Houston. I will discuss my friendships, work experiences, issues of racism, and the feeling of being trapped in a city that I don't particularly like. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Chatty Episode: Don’t Give Up, Dating Multiple Men, and More
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25:41Send us a text I’m having a little chat fest on this episode, and I hope you enjoy it. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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My Healing Techniques (Listener Question)
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24:04Send us a text A listener asked about my techniques. I'm happy to share, and I hope you all share your healing experiences with me. It's all about learning from one another. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/Af Tracy Laury
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Healing After a Breakup, Only You Can Do It
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6:39Send us a text I'm going to add a few more points here that I didn't mention in the podcast. While I only discussed the most powerful reason, which is also the most important, here are some additional benefits: It helps you regain your power, makes you stronger, and it affects your future. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/…
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