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  • 192: Big Picture vs. Details: Why We Think So Differently
    Dec 17 2025
    In this episode of The Grae Area Podcast, we dive into a surprisingly relatable topic — are you a big picture thinker or more detail-oriented? From planning trips and cleaning rooms to creative work and conflict resolution, our thinking style shows up everywhere — sometimes causing friction, sometimes creating balance.

    Tune in as we unpack:
    ✨ Why some people zoom out while others zoom in
    ✨ How this difference affects friendships, teamwork, and relationships
    ✨ When details overwhelm big-picture thinkers — and vice versa
    ✨ Why disagreements often happen because we’re literally having two different conversations

    Whether you love structure or you thrive on vision, this episode helps you understand yourself — and the people around you — a whole lot better.

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    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1JPl3fVfnc
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    42 min
  • 191: Is Patience the Pathway to Peace? Understanding Calm, Acceptance & Slowing Down
    Dec 10 2025
    In this episode, we unpack a powerful question: Is patience a pathway to peace — or just one part of it? Through personal stories, definitions, quizzes, and deep reflection, we explore how patience, acceptance, frustration, and slowing down all shape our emotional world. From learning not to rush life, to understanding how impatience shows up in the body, to realizing how peace feels like presence — this episode dives into the everyday practice of becoming calmer, more grounded humans. If you've ever felt rushed, overwhelmed, or tired of “waiting,” this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. - Why patience and peace might be connected - How acceptance plays a role in achieving inner calm - Why rushing leads to stress, overwhelm, and “fall starts” - The difference between being patient with yourself vs. others - How impatience feels physically (anxiety, tension, frustration) - Why slowing down helps us think clearly and act with intention - Learning to work with time instead of against it - Finding peace in everyday moments and routines - How values influence what we’re patient about - Using meditation and mindfulness to build patience Join the Patreon to watch us live each week patreon.com/thegraearea Take our survey: https://forms.gle/BjWJeAWewAUWbCUD6 Watch This On Youtube: https://youtu.be/-9we_SJs0zY Stream our intro song, "Get Out My Face" by ShakoyahD., Daman((I)), and Bn.Breeze: https://music.apple.com/us/album/get-out-my-face-feat-daman-i-bn-breeze-single/1778176776 NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area: "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1JPl3fVfnc "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n3_thKTY7zd6AkpfpUdfW82ZRqDlUwFlU&si=FjyDUdhkYk-nwpWN "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd Buy Our Music ShakoyahD. https://www.even.biz/r/i-ll-let-you Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion Stream our music ---- ShakoyahD.'s Music: https://www.youtube.com/@JusMeShakoyahD?sub_confirmation=1 ---- BN.Breeze's Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGRB9b-Uzqc ---- Daman((I))'s Music: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaK2HyQjSIhF80nyf5x0sMBKQeQZjkUxg&si=r0MwGoUXsYdqHSJQ Watch Love, The Creative Black Woman Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JfX9E9qJPs&list=PLQ6wLxouRFyIPafHL1zOx4eJwuw8G7VTP Paintings & Prints by BN.Breeze https://omnimiatelier.com/ Sign Up for Art Commissions by BN.Breeze https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaVW6w1iUMxIQeG4nMkJNPgb2v7OwsIEjSGG4CWJKJdIWlOw/viewform?pli=1 Follow us on IG @GraeAreaPodcast Email Us: Thegraeareapodcast@gmail.com ⏳ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS ✔️ 00:00 – Opening banter & topic intro ✔️ 02:10 – What sparked today’s question about patience & peace ✔️ 05:00 – Definitions: What is patience? What is peace? ✔️ 07:05 – Do we actually feel peaceful in life right now? ✔️ 10:40 – Are we patient people? Self-reflection before the quiz ✔️ 13:00 – Quiz #1 Results: “How patient are you?” https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=how-patient-are-you ✔️ 18:30 – Breaking down quiz scenarios (banks, movies, celebrities & lines) ✔️ 26:10 – How our values determine what we’re patient about ✔️ 28:50 – What impatience feels like in the body ✔️ 32:00 – Quiz #2 Results: “Are you a calm person?” https://brainfall.com/quizzes/how-calm-are-you/ ✔️ 36:25 – Defining peace in our lives today ✔️ 39:45 – What patience actually feels like (and why it matters) ✔️ 44:00 – Why rushing leads to ‘fall starts’ in life ✔️ 48:30 – Is patience the pathway or a pathway to peace? ✔️ 51:40 – Final thoughts + reminders to slow down
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    49 min
  • 190: The Lost Art of Conversation: Tone, Curiosity & Connection
    Dec 3 2025
    In this episode, we dive deep into what truly makes a quality conversation. As technology advances and distractions increase, genuine human connection is becoming harder to find. They explore why tone matters, why listening is a skill, how curiosity can transform dialogue, and why social cues and body language are being lost in the digital age.

    From miscommunication to emotional triggers, vulnerability, conflict, and even how environment shapes the way we talk — this conversation unpacks the many layers of communicating with intention.

    A funny, insightful and grounded episode for anyone who wants to talk better, listen better, or connect more deeply.

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    NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area:
    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1JPl3fVfnc
    "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n3_thKTY7zd6AkpfpUdfW82ZRqDlUwFlU&si=FjyDUdhkYk-nwpWN
    "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd

    Buy Our Music
    ShakoyahD. https://www.even.biz/r/i-ll-let-you
    Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion

    Stream our music
    ---- ShakoyahD.'s Music: https://www.youtube.com/@JusMeShakoyahD?sub_confirmation=1
    ---- BN.Breeze's Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGRB9b-Uzqc
    ---- Daman((I))'s Music: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaK2HyQjSIhF80nyf5x0sMBKQeQZjkUxg&si=r0MwGoUXsYdqHSJQ

    Watch Love, The Creative Black Woman Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JfX9E9qJPs&list=PLQ6wLxouRFyIPafHL1zOx4eJwuw8G7VTP

    Paintings & Prints by BN.Breeze https://omnimiatelier.com/

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    Email Us: Thegraeareapodcast@gmail.com

    ⏳ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Technology & the disappearing art of conversation
    02:44 – What makes a “quality” conversation?
    05:20 – Is conversation something one person can control?
    08:02 – Why listening is the real superpower
    11:18 – Distractions, phones & divided attention
    13:50 – Small talk: underrated or pointless?
    17:33 – The importance of curiosity in conversations
    20:44 – Creating intentional spaces for real dialogue
    25:12 – Why people avoid certain conversations
    27:58 – Social cues, awareness & body language
    32:30 – Are we losing communication skills after the pandemic?
    36:45 – Reading body language vs reading words
    40:22 – Tone: the invisible force shifting conversations
    45:09 – Miscommunication, triggers & emotional responses
    49:40 – How upbringing shapes tone sensitivity
    53:55 – Vulnerability, nervousness & saying what you feel
    58:41 – The difference between words and intention
    01:03:04 – Final thoughts: how to have better conversations
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    1 h et 3 min
  • 189: Knowing vs. Believing: What’s the Real Difference?
    Nov 19 2025
    In this thought-provoking episode, the crew dives into the surprisingly complicated difference between knowing and believing. What does it actually mean to “know” something? Is belief just hope wrapped in confidence? And why do we often put more trust in what we believe rather than what we know through experience?

    From flying planes to cooking, from spirituality to career choices, and from childhood memories to future selves, this conversation unpacks how our minds navigate certainty, doubt, confidence, and the stories we tell ourselves.

    You’ll laugh, reflect, and probably rethink the way you describe your own abilities and choices.

    Whether you’re walking in your knowing or still believing your way into your next chapter—this episode has gems for you.


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    NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area:
    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1JPl3fVfnc
    "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n3_thKTY7zd6AkpfpUdfW82ZRqDlUwFlU&si=FjyDUdhkYk-nwpWN
    "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd

    Buy Our Music
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    Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion

    Stream our music
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    ---- BN.Breeze's Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGRB9b-Uzqc
    ---- Daman((I))'s Music: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaK2HyQjSIhF80nyf5x0sMBKQeQZjkUxg&si=r0MwGoUXsYdqHSJQ

    Watch Love, The Creative Black Woman Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JfX9E9qJPs&list=PLQ6wLxouRFyIPafHL1zOx4eJwuw8G7VTP

    Paintings & Prints by BN.Breeze https://omnimiatelier.com/

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    Email Us: Thegraeareapodcast@gmail.com

    ⏳ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS
    00:00 – Intro: Is there a difference between knowing and believing?
    05:20 – Do you operate more in belief or knowing?
    07:00 – Confidence, doubt, and how belief can overpower what you know
    09:15 – Spiritual angle: Knowing God vs. believing religion
    11:40 – The pressure of “should” and “supposed to”
    14:10 – Seeking vs. knowing vs. believing
    16:20 – What do you actually know right now?
    18:00 – Knowing as “now” vs. knowing through experience
    26:00 – When belief becomes knowing through experience
    28:25 – Why we operate in belief for things we know—and knowing for things we’ve never done
    37:40 – When you knew you could do something before ever doing it
    42:10 – How doubt blocks your true knowing
    44:05 – Faith, decision-making & trusting your own certainty
    48:25 – Final reflections: It's okay to know, not know, believe, or doubt
    50:10 – Closing thoughts and affirmations
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    52 min
  • 188: I'd Rather Be Disliked Than Be Fake - Authenticity Talk
    Nov 12 2025
    ✨ In today’s episode, we talk about choosing authenticity over approval.

    We’ve all been there — shrinking ourselves so people will like us, doubting our art because of opinions, or making decisions based on how we’ll be perceived. But what happens when we finally decide…

    💥 “I’d rather you dislike me for being myself than love me for being someone else.”

    We discuss:
    • people-pleasing
    • releasing outside validation
    • creative confidence
    • setting boundaries
    • choosing YOU

    If you're an artist, a creative, or someone who’s tired of worrying about what others think — this episode is for you.

    Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/thBRvCMMQKE
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    ⏳ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS
    00:00 Intro + Banter
    01:31 I’d rather you hate me for being me
    04:21 Breaking the validation addiction
    12:31 Why artists struggle with self-worth
    20:46 Communicating value & worth
    27:11 Learning to say "no" without guilt
    33:41 Creating for yourself instead of approval
    41:01 When peace becomes the priority
    47:21 Final takeaways + loving who you are

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    📌 RESOURCES MENTIONED
    • Book: “Not Nice” by Dr. Aziz Gazipura
    • Book: "The Courage To Be Disliked" by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga

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    💬 QUESTION FOR YOU:
    What’s one area of your life where you're choosing to be more authentic?

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    If this episode helped you, share it with someone who needs the reminder:
    ➡️ You don’t need permission to be yourself.

    #selfworth #authenticity #selflove #podcast #creatives #stoppeoplepleasing #mentalhealth #boundaries #selfgrowth

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    50 min
  • 187: What is A Monitoring Spirit?
    Nov 5 2025
    Left and right we are coming across more and more people claiming that others are monitoring spirits. But what does that even really mean? Who are they? Maybe we accidentally ended up watching your story or simply didn't resonate with the content. 🤷🏾‍♀️ Where does the line begin and end? Let's dive deeper as we discuss what is a monitoring spirit?

    Welcome to the Grae Area. We are @bn.breeze8709 @JusMeShakoyahD and @WhoisDamani_ Through uncommon topics that make us laugh when we shouldn’t, we make conversations fun again. We love to laugh, create, and inspire while having unique and thought provoking conversations.

    Join the Patreon to watch us live patreon.com/thegraearea
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    NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area:
    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://music.apple.com/us/song/til-shiloh/1820090387
    "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://music.apple.com/us/album/ambivert-the-introversion/1838538778
    "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd

    Buy Our Music
    ShakoyahD. https://www.even.biz/r/i-ll-let-you
    Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion

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    00:00 – Intro
    00:47 – what is a monitoring spirit?
    05:14 – do you feel like monitoring spirits are real?
    14:03 – have you been called a monitoring spirit?
    22:42 – monitoring spirits vs someone who is entertained
    27:35 – does monitoring spirits have to do with access
    34:12 – final thoughts & how to stay divinely protected, supported
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    40 min
  • 186: Why People Don’t Celebrate Your Wins (and Why You Should Anyway)
    Oct 29 2025
    In this episode of The Grae Area Podcast, we talk about the importance of showing the world how to treat you — especially when it comes to your creativity. Why do people cheer louder when you get a 9–5 than when you follow your dream? How do you stay excited about your art when the money hasn’t caught up yet?

    From “business showers” to taking naps before celebrating wins, this one’s about self-celebration, trust, and keeping your joy even when others don’t understand your vision.

    Welcome to the Grae Area. We are @bn.breeze8709 @JusMeShakoyahD and @WhoisDamani_ Through uncommon topics that make us laugh when we shouldn’t, we make conversations fun again. We love to laugh, create, and inspire while having unique and thought provoking conversations.

    Join the Patreon to watch us live patreon.com/thegraearea
    Watch this episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/iyITLno1RYk
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    Stream our intro song, "Get Out My Face" by ShakoyahD., Daman((I)), and Bn.Breeze: https://music.apple.com/us/album/get-out-my-face-feat-daman-i-bn-breeze-single/1778176776

    NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area:
    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://music.apple.com/us/song/til-shiloh/1820090387
    "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://music.apple.com/us/album/ambivert-the-introversion/1838538778
    "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd

    Buy Our Music
    ShakoyahD. https://www.even.biz/r/i-ll-let-you
    Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion

    Follow us on IG @GraeAreaPodcast
    Email Us: Thegraeareapodcast@gmail.com

    00:00 – Teaching the world how to treat you
    00:47 – Why people celebrate jobs more than dreams
    06:36 – “Business showers” and redefining celebration
    09:40 – Show your excitement so others can too
    18:13 – Don’t be too cool to geek out about what you love
    24:18 – Separating creativity from financial stress
    35:50 – When people project fear onto your dreams
    37:17 – Celebrate like it’s your birthday (literally)
    41:00 – Trusting your own vision first
    48:42 – Small wins, “monitoring spirits,” and closing thoughts

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    56 min
  • 185: Being Real Without Losing Yourself: Authenticity and Boundaries
    Oct 22 2025
    What does it really mean to be authentic? In this episode of The Grae Area Podcast, we unpack the layers of showing up as your true self — even when the room doesn’t always feel safe to do so. From people-pleasing habits to growth, boundaries, and evolution, they get real about what authenticity looks like, how it changes with time, and why it’s not a one-size-fits-all journey.

    Get ready for laughs, insights, and a few truth bombs about being genuine in a world full of masks.

    Welcome to the Grae Area. We are @bn.breeze8709 @JusMeShakoyahD and @WhoisDamani_ Through uncommon topics that make us laugh when we shouldn’t, we make conversations fun again. We love to laugh, create, and inspire while having unique and thought provoking conversations.

    Join the Patreon to watch us live patreon.com/thegraearea
    Watch this episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/R4ALEPL5g8Q
    Link for Join The B.O.O.K Club https://discord.gg/ksJfTECCuR

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    Stream our intro song, "Get Out My Face" by ShakoyahD., Daman((I)), and Bn.Breeze: https://music.apple.com/us/album/get-out-my-face-feat-daman-i-bn-breeze-single/1778176776

    NEW MUSIC From The Grae Area:
    "Til Shiloh" - BN.Breeze https://music.apple.com/us/song/til-shiloh/1820090387
    "Ambivert" - Daman((I)) https://music.apple.com/us/album/ambivert-the-introversion/1838538778
    "I'll Let You" - ShakoyahD. https://linktr.ee/jusmeshakoyahd

    Buy Our Music
    ShakoyahD. https://www.even.biz/r/i-ll-let-you
    Daman((I)) https://www.even.biz/r/ambivert-the-introversion

    Follow us on IG @GraeAreaPodcast
    Email Us: Thegraeareapodcast@gmail.com

    00:00 intro
    00:52 in the past did you show up authentically in every room?
    04:20 do you allow yourself to show up authentically in every room now?
    14:26 what does authenticity look like to you?
    25:04 have you experienced someone feeling like you weren’t being authentic even though you were?
    37:32 are people always changing?
    46:13 will you always be authentic going forward?
    48:56 what’s the key to being authentic every day
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    54 min