Pilot episode: Perfection is unattainable, but growth isn't...just do it! (originally posted 3/10/2023)

Ep 8: Sometimes You Just Need to Go Talk to the Lady

Purchase my book: Purchase my book: https://www.amazon.com/Cocaine-Brandi-Cooper-ebook/dp/B07DDPST47/ref=sr_1_1 Episode Summary: Bestie… this one is for real. In this episode, I’m sharing myunfiltered journey with mental health, psychiatry, and thedecision to finally get on medication. We’re breaking the stigma, calling out the contradictions (yes, I’mtalking to the herbal girlies who won’t touch Lexapro but be on tequila andTHC), and giving ourselves permission to feel better—by any means necessary. I talk about: * Why I finally made a psychiatry appointment * What it’s been like starting Lexapro * How anxiety showed up as personality traits * The link between childhood emotional neglect, codependency, and control * Why Western medicine + prayer don’t have to cancel each other out * And how we need to stop normalizing suffering 💡 Episode Highlights: 🧠 “Sometimes, to fix a chemical imbalance… you need some damn chemicals.” 💊 “You can't exercise your way out of long-term mental health struggles.” 🎯 “Just because you’re self-aware doesn’t mean you don’t need real help.” 🌞 “Between Lexapro and the sun staying out till 8… I feel unstoppable.” 📚 Check Out My Book: Cocaine: Drugs Are Not the Only Thing You Can Be Addicted To✨ A raw collection of poetry and truth by Brandi. 🛒 Grab your copy here: https://a.co/d/0go9s6o [https://a.co/d/0go9s6o] 💸 Show Love & Support the Podcast: If you’re vibing with the show and want to support me directly: Cash App: $BaddieBee100 💚 📲 Stay Connected: * Follow me on IG: @ByBrandiCooper [https://www.instagram.com/ByBrandiCooper] * Share, subscribe, and leave a review ⭐ * Share this episode with your favorite besties * Use #YourKnowItAllBFF to join the convo 🎶 Music Credit: Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0 Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉 ⁠/ @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠

Ep 7: The Real Battle Is Within: Me vs. Me Era

Purchase my book: Purchase my book: https://www.amazon.com/Cocaine-Brandi-Cooper-ebook/dp/B07DDPST47/ref=sr_1_1 Episode Summary: Whew… this episode is for anyone who’s feeling drained, unmotivated,or questioning what’s next. I’ve been feeling so off lately—not sad,but just mentally exhausted, unmotivated, and stuck in my head. And to top it off, life really tested me. So what do you do when you feel stuck, unmotivated, and like life just won’t let up? In this episode, I’m keeping it raw, real, and unfiltered about: ✔️ Navigating unexpected setbacks ✔️ The weird space between not sad, but not okay ✔️ How I’m pushing through instead of disappearing for 5 months ✔️ Why waiting for motivation will keep you stuck ✔️ The real battle we’re all fighting (hint: it’s not what you think) ✔️ How Doechii’s mindset on creative discipline has been inspiring me ✔️ Flipping the script when life doesn’t go as planned ✔️ The power of showing up for yourself, even when you don’t feel like it This episode is a gut check and a reminder—your biggest fight is with yourself. So let’s talk about how to stop overthinking, stopwaiting, and start moving. ✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode: 💭 Your feelings aren’t facts. Just because you feel stuck doesn’t mean you are stuck. 💭 Movement is the antidote to feeling stuck. Even small actions shift your energy. 💭 If you only do things when you feel like it, you’ll stay in the same place forever. 💭 The battle is never about the situation—it’s always about how you respond. 📝 Questions to Reflect On: 🔹 What story are you telling yourself about your current situation?What happens if you change the narrative? 🔹 What if this isn’t a setback, but a setup? What if this is happening for you, not to you? 🔹 What are some of your characterized traits that may be holding you back? 🔹 How can you show up for yourself today, even in a small way? 📌 Mentioned in This Episode: * My unexpected layoff & navigating uncertainty * How my last podcast episode became the message I needed for myself * Doechii’s journey & why her creative discipline inspires me * The mental shift that’s helping me push through Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0Unported - CC BY 3.0 Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background MusicFor Videos 👉 ⁠   / @podcastbackgroundmusic  ⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyi6Rml4TwD6KvbbxQA6XQQ]

Ep 6: God's check book never declines! – "Create Without Fear & Push Boundaries"

Purchase my book: Purchase my book: https://www.amazon.com/Cocaine-Brandi-Cooper-ebook/dp/B07DDPST47/ref=sr_1_1 Episode Summary: In this episode of Your Know-It-All BFF, we’re talking about the fear that keeps so many of us from fully stepping into our creativity and purpose. Capitalism has made us afraid to dream, constantly reminding us that bills come first and our passions come second. But what if we stopped letting fear, self-doubt, and outside expectations dictate our lives? I dive into my personal journey—how I’ve let fear stop me, how I’m choosing to create without perfection, and why success isn’t about feeling fearless but about doing it anyway. From redefining how we approach discomfort to proving to ourselves that we’re already who we say we are, this episode is for anyone who’s ready to stop playing small and start showing up for their dreams. 💡 In This Episode, We’ll Cover: ✔️ How capitalism has made millennials afraid to chase non-traditional paths ✔️ Why I’m choosing to create daily—without perfection or overthinking ✔️ How fear shows up and tricks us into staying small ✔️ The reality of adulting & choosing joy even in uncertainty ✔️ The importance of pushing past discomfort to reach success ✔️ How to build confidence by proving to yourself that you’re that person ✔️ Why embarrassment is a choice and how to let go of it ✔️ The one challenge I’m giving you (and myself) to step outside our comfort zones ✨ Key Quote: "You become confident by having undeniable proof that you are who you say you are. Outwork your self-doubt." — Alex Hormozi 🎯 Your Challenge: What’s one thing you can do today that pushes you closer to the life you actually want? If you’ve been sitting on a dream, pick it back up. If you’re unhappy in your current situation, take one step toward change. Growth happens when you stop letting temporary emotions control you. 🔗 Mentioned in the Episode: * My journey with creative fear & self-doubt * The mindset shift that helped me embrace uncertainty * Why discomfort is the key to leveling up * How I’m shifting my focus to starving distractions & feeding creativity 💖 Let’s Stay Connected: 📲 Follow me on IG: @ByBrandiCooper 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast & leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! 📩 Want to share your story or thoughts? DM me or tag me—I love hearing from y’all! 🔗 Check the show notes for resources & links! 📢 Loved this episode?Share it with a friend who needs to hear this message. Let’s keep pushing boundaries, creating freely, and choosing ourselves every day. ✨ Until next time, keep proving to yourself that you already have everything you need to be great. 💕💡

Ep 5: Ego vs. Heart– Learning to Let Go

Purchase my book: Purchase my book: https://www.amazon.com/Cocaine-Brandi-Cooper-ebook/dp/B07DDPST47/ref=sr_1_1 Episode Title: Ego vs. Heart – Learning to Let Go 🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode, I reflect on one of the biggest lessons I’m carrying into 2025: knowing the difference between my ego speaking and my heart guiding me. The end of 2024 brought major shifts—walking away from a long-term relationship and stepping down as vice president of my chapter. But even though these were changes I prayed for, I still found myself feeling conflicted. Was I really missing these things, or was my ego just resisting the discomfort of letting go? Join me as I unpack how ego clings to familiarity, even when it’s unhealthy, and how I learned to trust the process of moving forward. ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode: * The emotional toll of stepping away from my leadership role * Why my ego made me grieve a relationship I knew wasn’t good for me * The difference between missing something and missing the comfort it provided * How ego keeps us stuck in situations that no longer serve us * Learning to listen to my heart and honor my growth 💡 Key Takeaways: * Your ego will try to convince you to hold on to things that aren’t truly serving you. * Letting go doesn’t mean losing—it’s making space for something better. * Discomfort isn’t a sign you made the wrong choice; it’s a sign you’re evolving. * Growth requires trusting the process, even when it feels unfamiliar. 📢 Let’s Connect! If this episode resonated with you, let me know! DM me on @ByBrandiCooper or leave a review. And if you’ve ever struggled with making a decision from your heart versus your ego, I’d love to hear your story! 🎧 Listen & Subscribe ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0 Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉    / @podcastbackgroundmusic   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyi6Rml4TwD6KvbbxQA6XQQ]––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Pilot episode: Perfection is unattainable, but growth isn't...just do it! (originally posted 3/10/2023)

In this pilot episode, I'll be introducing Your Know It All BFF podcast, and annoying you by constantly saying "You know"! You'll be getting a feel for my vibe, and hopefully, you love it here. Stay tuned because you're in for an entertaining, relatable, real, and deep experience! Grow with me :)!