Dallas Girl Was EMBARRASSED in Church… SMH.

Being Nice Gets You Nowhere

SEASON 4 — EPISODE 3 Being “too nice” might be ruining your life. A dialogue about kindness, respect, emotional boundaries, tone management, self-preservation, and the uncomfortable reality that society often rewards assertiveness more than compassion. In this episode, The Conscious Bae explores the hidden relationship between softness, passiveness, dominance, and human behavior — especially through the lens of being a Black woman navigating workplaces, relationships, friendships, and everyday life. Super unpopular opinion: Sometimes being overly kind, emotionally available, and understanding does not make people respect you more. In many situations, it can actually make people take you for granted. THECONSCIOUSBAE.CO

I Don’t Think He Ever Moved On

SEASON 4 — EPISODE 2 Chris Brown. Karrueche. Emotional imprinting, attachment, familiarity, and the hidden ways unresolved feelings continue shaping our lives. A dialogue about relationships, emotional blueprints, nervous system patterns, authenticity, and the reality that some people do not just leave your life — they leave an imprint. Super unpopular opinion: I think he misses Karrueche, regrets it, and probably tried to resolve it. I just think Karruche mentally checked out years ago — and once some women leave emotionally, they are gone for real. Sometimes relationships end physically long before they end psychologically. Some people become attached to your emotional blueprint — your peace, your familiarity, your energy, your timing. And years later, even when life moves forward, parts of that attachment quietly remain. THECONSCIOUSBAE.CO

She WANTED To Be The Exception | Megan

SEASON 4 — EPISODE 1 Megan. Klay. Attention, desire, image, and the illusion of being “the exception.” A dialogue about relationships, self-awareness, emotional patterns, and the internal issues people avoid that eventually show up in their lives. Super unpopular opinion: This was PR from the jump. THECONSCIOUSBAE.CO

Manon: When the It Girl Is Black

There’s a pattern that appears again and again in pop culture. When the it girl is Black, visibility often gets shut down and removed. Let's talk about it.

This Wicked Film Was RACIALLY Coded

It wasn’t just the story — it was the symbolism. The green skin. The framing. The ending. All of it reinforced familiar hierarchies. I wasn’t a fan of this film for children — especially not for Black girls. Because the messaging isn’t neutral. It subtly teaches who is feared, who is protected, and who is expected to carry the burden. The music is beautiful. The videography and cinematography are strong. From a technical standpoint, the film is well made. But casting and storytelling matter just as much as aesthetics. And when you look at the narrative choices as a whole, the symbolism, character positioning, and ending communicate ideas that deserve to be questioned — especially when young audiences are watching. We can appreciate the artistry while still being honest about the implications. And we should demand storytelling that is not only visually impressive, but also intentional, affirming, and responsible in how it shapes perception. Black girls deserve fantasy that expands possibilities — not stories that quietly place them at the margins. -- the conscious bae archives are here | www.theconsciousbae.co home of the unfiltered bae — a curated collection of ebooks, insights, and perspectives. my truth. my raw thoughts. no filter. explore what’s new. join the community for exclusive drops 🖤