walkawaysis's podcast: Recent Episodes
Ru Jones
A twenty something year-old stand-up comic and artist living in New York City shares her relationship woes and wins. This is an exploratory podcast on dating violence for millennial women of color. Equal parts hilarious and hurtful she's here to remind you to never settle. And let's not forget all the times she walked out on a MF!
In this episode, host Ru' Jones talks about her experience being labeled an "empath". She also explores the relationship between those that self-identify as either narcissists or empaths and in some cases, both. Do you believe you may be in this type of relationship? Have your friends and strangers dubbed you as being "empathic" Do you hate holidays, birthdays, and social gatherings because you "can feel everyone else's emotions"? Are you struggling in your relationships as a result of being "the empath"? Press play!
In this episode, we’re talking about all things soul mates and twin flames. Listen to this episode as the host breaks down the differences/similarities between the two. Are you looking to meet your soul mate? Have you been wondering if you’re with your twin flame? We're talking all about soul mates and soul contracts Press play!
In this episode, we’re talking about all things peace! How are you showing up for yourself today? How are you bringing in more balance? Are you loving on your inner child? Do you need a little advice and inspiration? If so be sure to tune into this episode, grab a journal, and lean into the love that is inside you! Press play!
On this episode, host and creator of the show Ru’ Jones does a semi-deep dive about what she’s been up to in the year hiatus. Listen in and catch up with her as she shares her adventures, insights, and what’s to come for the pod! Press play!
On this episode, host Ru' Jones is talking about one of her favorite topics! What's that? Breaking up. We've all been there! Listen, it can feel pretty daunting to start anew, this show covers the top ten ways for getting back to yourself. Feeling like you're not really yourself? Unsure of who you are? Listen in. Don't think you can get do it? Press Play!
In this episode, host Ru' Jones breaks down the phenomena of Kevin Samuels and internet relationships coaches. Have you watched his videos? Are you wanting a high value man? Do you consider yourself an FBI? (Feminine Beautiful and Inspirational) We're all wondering where Kevin's wife is? It's the scam for me! Do you believe what this man says? Press play
I really wanted to name this episode, Alicia Keys walked so Porsha could Run. In this episode we talk about all the hurt feelings the world had when we found out about the engagement. More importantly in this episode, I talk about The Girl Code. Is that a thing? Are we still adhering to that? Would you date your friends ex? Press play to listen in!
On this episode, we dive deep into consensual non monogamy...aka polyamorous relationships. This episode covers what being poly is all about, the good, the bad, and the indifferent. Violence can happen any relationship dynamic but it was important to highlight how someone can be manipulated into a poly relationship. Do you think you can handle a polyamorous relationship?? Are you currently in a poly relationship and struggling?? A questionnaire is at the end of this episode to help you gain more clarity. Press play!
In this episode, we talk about mental health; specifically how all abusive relationships/toxic environments and situationships stem from mental health issues. Either the person doing the harm - having a mental health issue and the person on the receiving in of said harm - having a mental health issue. Inside this episode host Ru' Jones shares some of her favorite ways to cope and have mental clarity. Do you feel guilty about sleeping? You shouldn't. Press play!
On this episode we talk about sex, specifically consent. How do you know if you have consent? In our culture, we've been socialized to say everything but the word sex, we breakdown the myth of "Netflix and Chill", and dispel the disillusion around, if she/he "asked for it". Think you know all about sex? Press play!
In this episode we talk about why it's important to recognize and live in the reality that you've created. It's about being honest. We have to be honest with ourselves when we're engaging in relationships. He doesn't treat you well? He says he loves you but treats you as if he hates you? Found out what their really thinking, press play!
The internet was up in arms just last week about Montero, Satan Shoes, The Kids, and Lil Nas X Devil Worship. Is Lil Nas X trying to corrupt the kids with his gayness? Was it a satanic ritual? Is he in the Illuminati? Is the Illuminati even real? So many questions asked, in this episode this week, we try to answer and cover them all. Press Play!
In this episode we delve into the recent break up of Saweetie and Quavo. We’ve seen the tweets, the online back and forth, the subs on stories, the interview and the video that TMZ put out. We talk about the specific incidents in which Saweetie talks about the emotional abuse (cheating) she has experienced throughout the relationship multiple times, we saw the physical abuse of him grabbing her arm and being thrown to the floor, we even saw the possible attempt to get her back. She replied “Take care”, in a tweet, listen in here how I highlight what is abusive and what is not. Would you take a car back?? Hmmm... Press play!
By now you've heard of self proclaimed relationship guru Derrick Jackson cheating on his wife. Listen in as I break down their relationship, to help you spot narcissistic abuse. Run, run far away. Press play to listen in!
Culture has told us when it comes to relationships… power and control is negative. That we shouldn’t seek it out, that we don’t deserve to be in control. That we have to humble ourselves, feeling humbled gets you feeling even more humble. That creates meekness. Do you often feel powerless in your relationships? As if you have no power? No control? No say? This episode is here to remind you - you do! What’s really stopping you from walking away? Press play!
Continuing the mental health conversation, from a different perspective. Last week I spoke about my mental health struggles and being in a relationship, as the person experiencing the dis - ease and discomfort. This week we're talking about being in a relationship with someone who has the mental disorder that isn't you. Does your partner have a mental disorder? Press play!
We're talking diagnosed vs undiagnosed. What are you attracting? Are you putting yourself under psychic attack? Everything is a vibration boo, which on are you vibrating on? Press play, now!
Are you seemingly obsessed with Lori Harvey's alleged body count? Do you find yourself scrolling through her gram? Just wishing she was with you? Or that you would her? A name that nobody can keep out of their mouth for less than one week at a time. I know y'all see her out here with our man! Anyways whether you're against her or with her, click the episode to hear my take on "the situation". Press play, now!!
Did you participate in the Buss It Challenge? Did you participate in the Silhouette Challenge? Yassss, I see you! Show yourself off! Did your friends drag you? Did your mama call you? Or did you just put it on your "close friends" story? We see you too! Were you apart of the slut shaming of Chloe Bailey? Okay, uhmmm you need to press play!
In this episode host Ru' Jones, dives into the recently released Malcolm and Marie played by actors, John David Washington and Zendaya. Spoiler alerts included, check out this episode it highlights include emotional abuse, verbal abuse and gaslighting displayed throughout the film. Press play!
TI and Tiny did what? In this episode, host Ru’ Jones dives into the recent allegations of sexual abuse. Y’all said TI is now a prominent activist and now they want to silence him for speaking out. Are you someone that doesn’t believe survivors? Are you struggling to know/understand what consent is? Did you hear the comments he made about his daughter? Don’t understand why people don’t disclose sooner? Press play!
Are you a forever friend? Is your relationship still going to be in tact? Supporting someone in an abusive relationship can be difficult. Tune in for some tips to help you heal as you navigate this friendship. Listen in and level up!
Have you been ghosted? It's just three weeks into the new year, you still have time to cut them off! Getting ghosted is never fun, listen in to this episode on how to get over it and move the hell on! It’s billions of people in this world! Listen in and level up as I explain why it’s a blessing!
On this topic we cover - forgiveness. How do we forgive others? Who is forgiveness for? Is some shit simply unforgivable? Take a listen in for ways on how we can release and let it go!
You walked away, you're done. The relationship was toxic as hell and you forgot all about yourself. It's okay it happens, look at you choosing yourself. Leveling up and leaving, win! Listen to this episode now and get ideas, motivation and inspiration for your life without the baggage. Are you ready to take flight? Strap in and tap in!
On this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones talks about showing up to your relationship as your full self. Are you being vulnerable and allowing yourself to be seen? Are you giving yourself space to be present? A lot of times we enter relationships and completely lose ourselves. Are you giving too much to your relationship? Don’t think on it too long! Don’t doubt yourself. Be inspired to stand in your power and stand in your strength! Press play!
On this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru' Jones talks about what makes up a healthy relationship. Is your partner trustworthy? Do you see your partner as someone that deserves respect? Are you taking interest in their hobbies? Or are you curving them every chance you get to do something else you enjoy instead? Find out if you're a team player or just watching the plays from the stands. Hmmmmm? Maybe you should be benched. Press play!
In this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru' Jones talks about how to help a friend in an abusive relationship, rather that be the person being harmed or doing the harming. We also discuss how to build relationships after being isolated from the people closes to us.
On this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones discuss breaking up and making up. Are you in and out of a relationship every week, or every day? Feeling confused on if you should be with your current lover? There’s a thousand reasons under the sun why someone may want to exit. We’re covering the major ones; growing apart, no sparks, infinite lies, unnecessary cheating and if the sex is bussin’ or nah?! Could it be time to, let her go bro? Or walk away sis? Press play!
On this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones talks about what it means to reframe victimization. A lot of times when we leave unhealthy partnership’s we can internalize our ex partners perception of us. This untrue viewpoint can leave us feeling powerless and attract a victimhood mentality as well as circumstances in our lives. Are you claiming that label “victim”? Are you attracting undesirable circumstances? You’re worthy! Press play sis!
In this Episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones delves into the traits of someone who may be abusive. The previous episode explored environmental factors as to what may be the reason. This episode goes deep inside the psyche, covering traits of people who perpetrate harm against others. Do you have unrealistic expectations for yourself and partner? Are you constantly invalidating your partner? Using emotional blackmail? Not willing to take accountability for your behavior? Feelings of insecurity and neediness? Press play!
In this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones delves into why people are abusive and perpetrate harm against others. Is it an environmental circumstance? Is it the entertainment industry? Or the individualism of always being in survival mode when the system is stacked up against you? Could it be that you live with a mental illness? When you feel powerless are you creating chaos? Could you be intentionally or unintentionally harming your partner? Press the play button now!
In this Episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones shares healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms for dealing with arguments in a relationship. Let’s unpack those impulses when conflict arises, what do you do? Are you quick to reach for wine and/or weed? Do you phone a friend or sleep it off? Eating a pint of Talenti a night? No matter what you choose to do and how you choose to cope, it’s all about moderation. It’s a number of choices we can make to shift our energy or upset it. Don’t worry, the number one thing you have control over is YOU. Sis, go ahead and press play!
Have your friends dubbed you “Queen Petty”? In this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones talks styles of communication in the age of the petty internet. Are you an Aggressive Asshole? Are you Perpetually Passive Pam? Can you communicate your wants and needs to your partner open and honestly? Still wondering which one is you? I threw in a few scenarios and scripts so you can be feeling seen and heard. Sis, click the link!
On this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru’ Jones explores love-based relationships and fear-based relationships. Are you harboring negativity towards yourself or your partner? Do you feel shame, guilt, fear and/or anxiety? Choose the highest vibration, choose yourself, choose love. Press play, sis!
On Episode 5 of Walk Away Sis, Host Ru' Jones talks about her experiences deciding to stay in an abusive relationships. On average in the U.S it takes about seven times for someone to leave. She explores her reasons for staying and offers up reasons why people stay. Is it love? Is it history? Or a glimmer of hope? Think it can’t happen to just anyone?? Listen in.
In this episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru Jones shares her experiences with NYC police officers as an adult, and talks about her first memory of police brutality as a child. Since 1619 Amerikkka has attacked, terrorized, physically abused, raped and enslaved Africans. We hear about black men in the media all the time, what about Breonna Taylor? What about Tony McDade? Black Women and LGBTQIA+ POC are often seen as invisible. You will see us. We will be heard.
On this episode, we’re talking gender roles and fairytale fantasies. Are gender roles harmful? How does your identity determine the role you play in intimate relationships? Does it matter who pays the bills? Are you working and holding it down or staying home? Is your gender role contributing to the toxicity in your relationship and creating imbalance? Press play.
In this Episode of Walk Away Sis, host Ru Jones shares warning signs and red flags of an abusive partner. Does this person truly care? Or is this person trying to subtly gain power and control? Is checking phones too much? Or is it not enough? Sis, go ahead and push play!
A twenty something year-old stand-up comic and artist living in New York City shares her relationship woes and wins. This is an exploratory podcast on dating violence for millennial women of color. Equal parts hilarious and hurtful she's here to remind you to never settle. And let's not forget all the times she walked out on a MF!