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🤐 To Cuss or Not to Cuss? That is the Question!
We’ve all got that one friend who claims they have a “potty mouth” 🤬—but the moment they’re around certain people, they’re on their absolute best, most professional behavior! 😂 In this clip, Dee reveals that while she definitely has a potty mouth, she treats it like a verbal judo 🥋. It’s not about cursing people… →
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Let’s Talk About Getting Ahead of the “Monster.”
In many of our communities—especially within Black and Latino families—certain eating habits and lifestyle patterns get passed down. For far too many of us, turning 50 or 60 feels like the moment the cards are dealt, and we are suddenly handed prescriptions for high blood pressure, diabetes, and other preventable health issues. But it doesn’t… →
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North Philadelphia Born and Raised
“How did you grow up in North Philly and never get into a physical fight?” 🤔 My guest, Dee, is dropping some absolute gems on the latest episode of My Dog Taught Me. For Dee, walking away from conflict isn’t about fear—it’s about protecting her peace and her energy. When someone else tries to bring… →
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Spiritual Kryptonite: The Force Field of Positivity
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized that God has placed a protective “force field” around me. 🛡️✨ It doesn’t mean negative energy or malicious people won’t try to get close, but it means they can’t penetrate that peace. It keeps me grounded, positive, and unchanging—even when people try to shake my foundation. Think of it… →
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Letting Go of Control
We’ve all been there. You know you can’t change the outcome, yet you still find yourself trying to micromanage the universe. In this episode, Dee gets incredibly real about the daily struggle of being a self-proclaimed control freak—even on a plane! ✈️ She shares her journey of learning to: Lessen the need for control (without… →
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Not a People Pleaser, A People Person
How many of us have had to learn this lesson the hard way? 🙋♀️ In this episode, Dee drops some serious truth about boundaries and energy. There is a massive difference between loving human connection and draining yourself to make everyone else happy. You can offer what you have to give without going down the… →
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Embracing 60: It Beats the Alternative
Why is it that so many of us dread telling our age as the numbers climb? Getting older is a privilege, and milestone birthdays deserve to be celebrated—not hidden! In this clip, we’re talking about embracing the big 6-0. While some people feel a sudden shift when they reach 60, some shed a few tears,… →
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The Ultimate “Velcro Dog” Reality Check!
If you value personal space… a Poodle or a Doodle might not be the breed for you! 😂 Poodles and Doodles want to be right there up under you at all times. They are the definition of “Velcro dogs” (except, of course, when car sickness kicks in—poor Koco!). 🚗💔 If you get one, prepare to… →
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Dogs Need to Feel Comfortable Too
Ever wonder what it truly means to live a life affection-packed? ✨ Well, I’ve learned that understanding and nurturing affection starts with YOU — your relationship with yourself. Drop a 💖 if you’re inspired to love on yourself a little more today. Watching my sister-in-law embody this lesson reminds me how essential it is to… →
