The Black Girl Overthinking Podcast

In this raw, reflective, and razor-sharp insert, Areiyami opens up about the spiritual, emotional, and psychological unraveling of a so-called friendship that was never rooted in love—only in leverage. She unpacks the red flags, the gaslighting, and the grief that comes with outgrowing someone who never showed up to grow with you. This is more than a story—it’s a survival guide for anyone healing from the pain of being studied, env...

This week on Black Girl Overthinking we talkin about the kind of growth that don’t always come with soft piano music and affirmation cards. I mean the real kind that shows up when somebody say something slick and you gotta fight every cell in your body not to turn into your old self. We’re diving into why your triggers are the real test of your evolution, not how many crystals you own. I also get into Mariah the Scientist’s new son...

(aka how to stop bleeding out for the bare minimum and reclaim your nervous system in the age of breadcrumb love)

We not dying behind dry ass communication and half-effort love stories this year, okay?!

This episode is for my girls who love hard and end up feeling empty.

For the ones who know their heart is beautiful but their boundaries still need some backbone.

For the ones who still believe in real love… but finally, finally believe...

Have you ever felt trapped by who you used to be in other people’s eyes?

In this powerful episode of Black Girl Overthinking, Areiyami unpacks why society struggles to accept our growth, and how that resistance says more about them than it does about you.

We get into real talk about Kevin Gates and Brittany Renner’s transformations, the way old perceptions can haunt even our closest relationships, and Areiyami gets personal about...

In this episode of Black Girl Overthinking, we unpack the deep-rooted fear of being misunderstood and why so many of us—especially Black women—feel the need to over-explain ourselves. From childhood trauma and family dynamics to navigating racist encounters in the workplace and romantic relationships, Areiyami gets real about what it means to be constantly proving your intentions just to be heard.

You’ll hear personal stories, laugh...

Starting over ain’t easy.. actually it’s messy, uncomfortable, and sometimes straight-up terrifying. But what if we’ve been looking at it all wrong? What if the fear of new beginnings isn’t about failing, but about letting go of who we used to be?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the real reason we overthink change, how our minds trap us in cycles of hesitation, and most importantly—how to stop letting fear call the shots.

✨ High...

In this special 2-year anniversary Halloween episode of Black Girl Overthinking, we’re celebrating our journey with a candid conversation on the highs, growth, and changes we’ve experienced along the way. We cover everything happening in our lives right now—our kids starting school and how the education system feels so different, Asia’s journey of moving out of a toxic environment and stepping into her authentic self, and even a li...

In this episode of Black Girl Overthinking, we dive deep into the concept of genuine support in relationships and how to recognize it. We often find ourselves questioning if we’re overthinking someone’s lack of effort or if we’re not giving it enough thought. The truth is, actions speak louder than words, and the people who truly care will always find ways to show up for you, no matter the barriers. Join us as we explore the differ...

HIII SHROOMIES!!! Welcome back to Black Girl Overthinking! 🩷🫶🏽🧠🍄After a hiatus since November, we're thrilled to jump into Season 3. We've grown so much since our last season, and we can't wait for you to join us on this new journey. In this introductory episode, we dive into some heavy thoughts—Areiyami shares her perspective on why the world might need a fresh start, given the current state of global affairs. We also catch u...