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Episode 225: Christian-ish Podcast: A Secret Fear for Many Christian Single Women (And How to Get Over It)
11/19/2025
Episode 225: Christian-ish Podcast: A Secret Fear for Many Christian Single Women (And How to Get Over It)
Have you ever laid awake at night wondering: “What if I never meet the right man?” “What if I’m alone forever?” If so, you’re far from the only one. Many Christian single women, especially those who desire marriage, carry this quiet, heavy fear. In this episode, Keshia Rice gently unpacks where this fear comes from, how to confront it honestly, and how to move forward confidently while trusting God’s timing. What You’ll Learn Why the “I might end up alone forever” fear hits Christian women especially hard The societal messages that plant shame, pressure, and false timelines How to name your fear without letting it control you The spiritual reframes that eliminate panic and restore hope How to tell the difference between God’s timing and society’s expectations Why delaying the right relationship often means preparation, not punishment How to strengthen standards, boundaries, and self-worth What to do during your single season to feel confident instead of waiting anxiously How fear can actually signal your next step in healing Scriptures Referenced Jeremiah 29:11 — God’s plans for hope and a future Proverbs 3:5–6 — Trusting God’s guidance over your understanding Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on Gumroad: Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation, schedule here
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Episode 224: Christian-ish Podcast: Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing
11/13/2025
Episode 224: Christian-ish Podcast: Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing
Is it embarrassing to have a boyfriend? Is it an automatic red flag if you’re posting your partner on social media? Keshia Rice takes a deep dive into the viral debate sparked by Shante Joseph’s Vogue article about “soft launching” relationships and why some women are afraid to publicly show their boyfriends. Whether you’re dating for fun or dating for marriage, this episode helps you set your standards, prioritize your peace, and choose relationships aligned with your values. 💡 In This Episode: Why soft-launching relationships is a thing—and why it might not be the best choice The difference between dating for fun vs dating for commitment How to know if you’re settling (and why you shouldn’t) The importance of boundaries and having standards in the dating world What “embarrassing” really means when it comes to relationships How to handle the pressure of social media opinions 🚫 Red Flag Reminder: Don’t be afraid of ending things with a man who isn’t showing up as your “purpose partner.” If he’s not ready to commit to you, it’s time to move on—no shame in that game. Loved this episode? Share it with the woman in your life who needs to stop spiraling and start receiving. You already have everything you need. Now open the gate. Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: https://keshiarice.com/from-toxic-to-thriving-coaching-program/ Connect with Keshia: 📱 Instagram | TikTok | BlueSky → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on Gumroad: Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation, schedule here
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Episode 223: Christian-ish Podcast: The Energy That Makes Men Run From You
11/05/2025
Episode 223: Christian-ish Podcast: The Energy That Makes Men Run From You
In this raw and honest episode, Keshia Rice breaks down the real reason why high-potential relationships suddenly fizzle out—and it has nothing to do with your beauty, body, or Bible knowledge. The truth? Neediness repels. Receptivity attracts. This is your wake-up call to stop operating from anxiety and start flowing from peace. 💡 In This Episode: What "needy energy" actually looks and sounds like Why constantly checking your phone kills connection The difference between desiring love vs. needing it to survive How to start reparenting the anxious little girl inside you Why even good men ghost women who radiate desperation What Philippians 4:6–7 teaches us about dating anxiety You don’t have to chase. You don’t have to beg. You just need to become the version of you that’s ready to receive what’s already on its way. Let peace lead—and watch what shifts. Loved this episode? Share it with the woman in your life who needs to stop spiraling and start receiving. You already have everything you need. Now open the gate. Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 222: Christian-ish Podcast: You’re Too Emotional for a Relationship
10/30/2025
Episode 222: Christian-ish Podcast: You’re Too Emotional for a Relationship
If dating feels like a game, a war zone, or a constant cycle of disappointment, you might not have a man problem. You might have an emotional discipline problem. In this episode, Keisha Rice unpacks why unchecked emotions will keep you in cycles with the wrong men and how to break free with grace, standards, and sacred wisdom. In This Episode: What “too emotional” actually means (and what it doesn’t) Why men don’t value what they don’t earn How to guard your heart without building walls Feminine energy ≠ emotional chaos (read that again) Why cooking, cleaning, or “staying sweet” won’t save a situationship A practical goal-setting ritual to channel your emotions into power Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 221: Christian-ish Podcast: What to Say When Family Asks, ‘When Are You Settling Down?’
10/22/2025
Episode 221: Christian-ish Podcast: What to Say When Family Asks, ‘When Are You Settling Down?’
It’s family dinner. You’re just trying to enjoy your plate... when someone hits you with that question: "When are you finally gonna settle down?" In this episode, Keshia Rice breaks down how to respond with confidence, grace, and zero apologies. Whether you’re setting boundaries or just redirecting the convo with humor, you’ll leave equipped to protect your peace this holiday season. In This Episode: How to actually answer "Why don’t you have a man yet?" 3 classy responses that shut it down (without starting a family feud) Why being single is not a problem to fix—it’s a season with purpose How to protect your energy from holiday dinner interrogations The generational patterns you’re breaking by standing in your worth Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | BlueSky → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 220: Christian-ish Podcast: His Validation is Not Enough
10/15/2025
Episode 220: Christian-ish Podcast: His Validation is Not Enough
No man, not even the right man, can make you feel whole. In this episode, Keshia Rice shares a truth every woman needs to hear: you don’t need to be chosen to feel worthy. If you're waiting on his praise to feel pretty, valuable, or good enough… it’s time to shift that energy back to you. In This Episode: Why his validation will never be enough (and isn’t supposed to be) How to break free from the cycle of needing constant approval The difference between receiving love and chasing validation How self-love makes you magnetic to secure, emotionally healthy partners A simple (but powerful) daily exercise to build internal confidence Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link: .
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Episode 219: Christian-ish Podcast: Men Don’t Need Fixing, They Need This
10/08/2025
Episode 219: Christian-ish Podcast: Men Don’t Need Fixing, They Need This
You don’t need to mold him. You don’t need to mother him. And you definitely don’t need to fix him. In this episode, Keshia Rice drops the real reason so many women are exhausted by love—and how shifting your approach can change everything. In This Episode: Why trying to "help him grow" is actually pushing him away The #1 need of masculine energy in a relationship (and it’s not sex) How to influence a man without controlling him The difference between "helping" and "emasculating" How your feminine energy creates space for masculine growth Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 218: How Self-Concept Will Help You Attract the Right Partner
10/01/2025
Episode 218: How Self-Concept Will Help You Attract the Right Partner
If you've ever prayed and felt like your blessings were stuck in traffic, you're not alone. This episode is for the Christian woman who's been watching the "manifestation girlies" on social media and wondering, Why is it working for them, but not for me? Keshia Rice breaks down how self-concept—a term that's blowing up in the manifestation space—is actually deeply biblical. And when rooted in God, it becomes the key to attracting real, aligned, kingdom-level love. In This Episode: Why manifestation principles aren’t anti-Christian (they're just rebranded scripture) How to stop chasing love and start attracting it What a God-centered self-concept really looks like The reason your taste in men should change as you heal What “faith without boundaries” is costing you in relationships Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 217: Christian-ish Podcast: Caught Up in the Rapture of Love
09/24/2025
Episode 217: Christian-ish Podcast: Caught Up in the Rapture of Love
What does viral rapture panic have to do with your dating life? Way more than you think. In this episode, Keshia Rice draws powerful (and slightly hilarious) parallels between the internet’s recent "Rapture Talk" and the way so many Christian women get caught up in relationship obsession. From anxiety about being "left behind" to time pressure and desperation disguised as discernment, we’re unpacking how to shift from fear-based dating into faith-led love. In This Episode: Why rapture obsession mirrors how we approach dating pressure The subtle ways relationship anxiety can feel holy but hurt you How social media is feeding your "fear of being left behind" Why you don’t need a partner to be "chosen" The mindset reset that protects your peace (and your purpose) Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 216: Christian-ish Podcast: Is Your Church Keeping You Single
09/17/2025
Episode 216: Christian-ish Podcast: Is Your Church Keeping You Single
This one might ruffle some feathers, but it needs to be said: some churches are unintentionally keeping Christian women stuck, single, and spiritually burnt out. If you’ve been faithful, prayerful, and wondering why love still hasn’t shown up—this episode is for you. Keshia Rice unpacks four sneaky messages circulating in Christian spaces that can sabotage your dating life, hinder your confidence, and keep you quietly suffering in silence—while doing everything right. In This Episode: Why "He that findeth a wife..." is often misused to silence women How purity culture + passivity is messing with your dating mindset The hidden burnout of being a "church girl" who does everything How marriage is turned into an idol—and why that’s dangerous Why waiting on God doesn’t mean waiting in fear or playing small Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you’re ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 215: Christian-ish Podcast: Lock In Your Love Life to Meet Your Purpose Partner
09/10/2025
Episode 215: Christian-ish Podcast: Lock In Your Love Life to Meet Your Purpose Partner
What if the next four months were the most transformative season of your love life yet? In this episode, Keshia Rice invites you into The Great Lock-In—a soul reset from now through the end of 2025 designed to help you release what no longer serves you and finally attract the kind of love you’ve been praying for. If you're tired of repeating old patterns, settling for "almost" connections, and watching the calendar flip with no real progress in your dating life... this is your sign to lock in and do love differently. Inside This Episode: What The Great Lock-In and Winter Arc challenges are (and why they matter) How to reset your emotional energy before January 1st A month-by-month breakdown to align your life, mindset, and heart with love The journaling prompts that will shift your entire dating experience Why fall is actually the best time to find love (not January) Daily practices to boost your confidence and start attracting real love, now Need Support Along the Way? Keshia’s coaching program From Toxic to Thriving is open now. If you're ready to heal your love blocks and meet your purpose partner with clarity and confidence, apply today. Click here: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 214: Christian-ish Podcast: Signs He Doesn’t Really Like You
09/03/2025
Episode 214: Christian-ish Podcast: Signs He Doesn’t Really Like You
You keep asking, "Does he love me?" Sis, the harder question is... does he even like you? In this episode, Keshia Rice breaks down the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs that a man is emotionally unavailable, using you for convenience, or just coasting while you're over there calling it a relationship. In This Episode: 5 major red flags he doesn’t really like you Why convenience relationships can still last years How to tell the difference between clout love and actual love The emotional and spiritual cost of being a placeholder Why "transactional love" isn’t love at all If this relationship isn’t rooted in safety, love, and peace—it’s not God’s plan for you. Period. Need to talk this through? If this episode hit a little too close to home and you’re ready to stop settling and finally attract a relationship that’s healthy, reciprocal, and real, Keshia’s here to help. → Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 213: Christian-ish Podcast: Situationships: The Almost-Relationship That’s Wasting Your Time
08/28/2025
Episode 213: Christian-ish Podcast: Situationships: The Almost-Relationship That’s Wasting Your Time
Let’s be real, you’re not confused. You’re just trying to justify staying in something that already isn’t enough. In this episode, Keshia Rice breaks down why "situationships" are just emotionally dressed-up dead ends and why you deserve more than someone who can’t even define what you are. In This Episode: What a situationship really is (and how it’s different from casual dating) The sneaky psychological traps that keep women stuck in romantic purgatory Why staying "just in case" keeps you from the real thing How situationships destroy your self-trust, boundaries, and standards What it actually means to date with intention Key Reminder: You’re not hard to love. You’re just surrounded by people who don’t know how. Ready to Break the Situationship Cycle? Let’s fix that. Book a 1:1 call with Keshia and start creating the healthy, loving relationship you actually deserve. Want Help Breaking the Pattern? Let’s rewrite your love future, not your past. 💬 Book a 1-on-1 call with Keshia to see if the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program is your next step. → Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 212: Christian-ish Podcast: The Romance Recession
08/21/2025
Episode 212: Christian-ish Podcast: The Romance Recession
Forget the stock market, the real recession is in romance. In this episode, Keshia Rice unpacks the rise of the "dating recession" and how Gen Z is navigating love in a post-pandemic, high-cost, high-anxiety world. Whether you’re Gen Z, millennial, or Gen X, these cultural shifts are affecting everyone and your love life might be caught in the middle of it. In This Episode: Why more young adults are spending $0 a month on dating How fear of rejection, social anxiety, and economic pressure are reshaping relationships What you can learn from Gen Z’s hyper-intentional dating habits Why dating experience matters-and how to catch up if you’ve delayed it How to date in a way that reflects your faith, values, and self-worth Want Support Creating a Relationship That Feels Like Home? Let’s turn this "recession" into a revival. Book a 1:1 call with Keshia to explore coaching: Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → DM her your thoughts on this episode or share your experience with dating in a recession. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link: .
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Episode 211: Christian-ish Podcast: Stop Trying to Rewrite the Past
08/13/2025
Episode 211: Christian-ish Podcast: Stop Trying to Rewrite the Past
You’re not stuck in a cycle because you’re “bad at love.” You’re stuck because you’re trying to heal childhood wounds with adult relationships. In this episode, Keshia breaks down the real reason so many women feel unseen, unheard, and unloved in dating—and what it has to do with the people who raised you. In This Episode: Why you keep attracting the same kind of toxic relationships The truth about “dating your parents” How childhood wounds show up in your adult love life Why validation isn’t love—and what to do instead The shift from rewriting the past to building your future Want Help Breaking the Pattern? Let’s rewrite your love future, not your past. 💬 Book a 1-on-1 call with Keshia to see if the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program is your next step. → Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | → 💬 Message her your biggest takeaway or next step from the episode. More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 210: Christian-ish Podcast: Sarah Jakes Roberts, Woman Evolve, and Why No One Else Can Save You
08/07/2025
Episode 210: Christian-ish Podcast: Sarah Jakes Roberts, Woman Evolve, and Why No One Else Can Save You
If you've ever looked at a conference, a coach, or even a relationship and thought, "This is the thing that will fix my life..."—this episode is for you. Keshia dives into the influencer culture, the rise of Christian women's conferences like Woman Evolve, and the sometimes uncomfortable truth: you have to be your own rescue mission. In This Episode: Why no conference, coach, or partner can do the work for you The truth about emotional outsourcing in the self-help world Why idolizing influencers (even Christian ones) can be dangerous How to stop waiting for permission and start owning your growth The difference between guidance and dependence—and why it matters Want to go deeper? Ready to stop consuming and start transforming? 💬 Book a 1-on-1 call with Keisha to talk about joining the From Toxic to Thriving program. → Connect with Keisha: 📱 | | → Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 209: Christian-ish Podcast: Dealing with Emotional Gold Diggers
07/30/2025
Episode 209: Christian-ish Podcast: Dealing with Emotional Gold Diggers
Not all gold diggers want your money—some want your emotional energy. And sis, that kind might be draining you without you even realizing it. In this episode, Keshia breaks down what an emotional gold digger looks like, how to spot them, and how to finally stop over-functioning in one-sided relationships. In This Episode: The real definition of an emotional gold digger How to tell if you’re the "one-stop shop" for someone’s emotional needs Why you keep attracting draining people (hint: it didn’t start in adulthood) What emotional dumping actually costs you—and how to protect your peace The sneaky difference between being supportive... and being used Need deeper support? It’s time to stop attracting emotionally unavailable people—and start attracting real love. 💬 Book a call and learn more about the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program. → Connect with Keshia: 📱 | | : Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Episode 208: Christian-ish Podcast: 3 Signs That Relationship is Not Aligned
07/23/2025
Episode 208: Christian-ish Podcast: 3 Signs That Relationship is Not Aligned
Ever prayed, "God, remove who’s not for me"... and got an answer way quicker (and messier) than expected? In this episode, Keshia dives into three powerful (and often uncomfortable) signs that a relationship isn’t aligned with your purpose—and what to do about it. In This Episode: Why "just being uncomfortable" is often all the confirmation you need What the "ick" really means (and why you shouldn’t ignore it) How your body may be trying to tell you it’s time to walk away Real-life stories of divine redirection (like hives from a boyfriend... literally) The truth about growing apart—and why that’s not a bad thing Journal Prompts: When was the last time you felt "off" around someone—and did you listen? How often do you confuse time invested with God’s confirmation? Am I drawn to this person from peace... or guilt, habit, or fear? Let’s Go Deeper: Feeling the nudge to release what's not aligned and call in the kind of love that is? Schedule a free breakthrough session and learn about the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program. → Follow Keshia: 📱 | | : Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: How to Stop Overthinking in Dating
07/16/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: How to Stop Overthinking in Dating
Dating shouldn’t feel like a mental chess game. If your mind is constantly replaying texts, tone, and timing—this one’s for you. Keshia shares how to stop overanalyzing and start dating from a place of peace, trust, and actual joy. In This Episode: Why high-achieving women tend to overthink in dating (and how to undo it) How to shift from analysis mode to connection mode The truth about anxiety vs. reality in relationships Why your worth is not defined by a man's attention How to date with clarity instead of control Dating Homework: Journal this: "Am I reacting to reality or to my anxiety?" Do one thing this week that moves you forward: message a match, go on the date, or speak a boundary Ask yourself: If I truly believed I was already chosen by God, how would I show up in dating? Ready for deeper support? 💬 Book your 1:1 breakthrough session and learn more about the "From Toxic to Thriving" coaching program. → Connect with Keshia: 📱 TikTok | Instagram | YouTube: @KeshiaRice Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: Five Green Flags in a Relationship
07/10/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Five Green Flags in a Relationship
Let’s talk about what’s right in a relationship. While everyone’s busy pointing out red flags, what about the signs that you’ve actually found something real? In this episode, Keshia breaks down five powerful green flags to look for when you’re dating—with practical examples that’ll change the way you discern your next relationship. In This Episode: How emotional intelligence makes a man safe to connect with Why self-awareness is sexier than you think—and a major sign of maturity The secret power of being with someone who’s simply easy to be around What it really means when a man has his own life (and why it matters) How to spot the difference between genuine interest vs. love bombing Your Dating Homework: Make a list of your non-negotiable green flags—not just what looks good on paper, but what feels safe, steady, and sustainable. Ask yourself: Do the men I’m dating move the relationship forward in a way that honors my needs and timeline? DM Keshia your biggest green flag revelation from this episode! Work With Keshia: 💬 Ready to date with clarity, peace, and real purpose? Apply for the "From Toxic to Thriving" 1:1 coaching program. → Follow Keshia for more: 📱 | | : More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: Dying to What No Longer Serves You
07/02/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Dying to What No Longer Serves You
Ready for a bold shift? If you want to attract the love, life, and relationships you’ve been praying for, you have to be willing to die. This episode is all about letting go of the things that no longer serve you—and yes, that includes breaking unhealthy relationship patterns, societal expectations, and even old mindsets. In This Episode: The spiritual concept of "dying daily" and how it applies to your life and love life Why you can’t serve two masters—and how it’s impacting your relationships Letting go of the idea that a man will complete you or make you happy The societal pressures around relationships: marriage by a certain age, having kids, etc. Breaking the "good girl" myth and learning to speak up in relationships Why it’s time to let go of sunk cost fallacy and stop trying to "fix" unworthy partners The problem with obsessing over the destination instead of enjoying the journey Work With Keshia: 💖 Want guidance on dying to what no longer serves you? Book a call with Keshia and start the journey from toxic to thriving with 1:1 coaching. → Connect With Keshia: 📲 | | : 📝 DM Keshia your biggest journaling breakthrough—she reads every one! Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: It’s Time to Look in the Mirror – God is Using Your Relationships to Show You Yourself
06/25/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: It’s Time to Look in the Mirror – God is Using Your Relationships to Show You Yourself
This isn’t the episode Keshia planned—but it might be the one you needed. If you’ve ever found yourself attracting emotionally unavailable partners, inconsistent friends, or draining connections, it might be time to pause and ask: what is God trying to show me about myself through these patterns? This heart-to-heart is a holy wake-up call. In This Episode: How every relationship is a mirror—and what it’s reflecting back at you The connection between inconsistent people and your own self-abandonment Why discipline and self-trust are spiritual practices, not just productivity hacks What to do when your singleness feels heavy, and your loneliness feels loud How to stop asking for the perfect partner before becoming the peaceful version of you This isn’t just about getting the relationship—it’s about becoming the version of you who can actually keep it. Let’s go deeper, together. Work With Keshia: 💖 Ready to stop attracting chaos and start living in alignment? Book your clarity call now and apply for the From Toxic to Thriving 1:1 coaching program → Connect With Keshia: 📲 | | : 📝 DM Keshia your biggest journaling breakthrough—she reads every one! Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: Stop Creating Relationships Out of Struggle
06/18/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Stop Creating Relationships Out of Struggle
You are not meant to suffer your way into love. In this episode, Keshia Rice breaks down one of the biggest relationship traps women fall into—forming friendships and romances rooted in shared pain instead of shared purpose. If you’re tired of bonding over brokenness and calling it connection, this episode is the reset you didn’t know you needed. In This Episode: Why "trauma bonding" isn’t always what you think—but still dangerous How we unconsciously build relationships off struggle and chaos The toxic comfort of vent culture (and what it’s costing you) Why elevated conversations = elevated relationships How your friend circle might be holding you back (even if they love you) What it means to attract partners who reflect your past instead of your growth You’ll Walk Away With: A new lens for evaluating your friendships, dates, and DMs Questions to ask about your last 5 conversations Permission to release connections that are built on pain, gossip, or constant venting A blueprint to create relationships that are grounded in peace—not pain You’re allowed to let go of the chaos. You're allowed to create peace. And yes—you’re allowed to have a love that feels safe from the very beginning. Send this to a friend who’s done struggling and ready for sacred, soft connection. Work With Keshia: 💫 Ready to stop romanticizing the struggle and start building love from a place of wholeness? Apply for the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program → Connect With Keshia: 📲 , : 💌 DM Keshia with your biggest aha moment—she reads every single one Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: A Different Way To Think About Boundaries
06/11/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: A Different Way To Think About Boundaries
If you've ever set a boundary, then broke it five minutes later... this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and rebuild—starting with you. Keshia Rice, dating coach and hypnotherapist, dives into why the hardest boundaries to keep are the ones we set with ourselves—and why those are the ones that matter most. If you're tired of self-sabotaging, ghosting your own growth, or choosing the same emotionally unavailable men on repeat, this episode will help you reset from the inside out. In this episode: The truth about boundaries (and why "just block him" isn’t enough) How self-discipline leads to freedom, not restriction Why your ability to keep a boundary is the real flex The spiritual side of boundaries: What the Bible says about guarding your heart How to break the habit of dating for distraction (aka "for the plot") What it means to be equally yoked—with yourself You’ll walk away with: A whole new framework for thinking about boundaries A journaling challenge to reveal where you’re self-abandoning Confidence to walk away from anything that’s not aligned Permission to expect more—not just from others, but from yourself Boundaries aren’t punishment. They’re protection. And the most powerful boundaries? The ones you hold when no one’s watching. Share this with someone who’s done being the "nice girl" and ready to become a healed woman with standards. Work With Keshia: 💡 Ready to stop breaking your own heart and start building self-trust? Apply for the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program → Connect with Keshia: 📲 , , : 💌 DM Keshia your favorite line from this episode or your breakthrough moment Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: Unhappily Ever After — What Married Women Wish They Knew Before Saying ‘I Do’
06/04/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Unhappily Ever After — What Married Women Wish They Knew Before Saying ‘I Do’
Marriage doesn’t fix loneliness—and a ring won’t heal unaddressed wounds. In this eye-opening episode, Keshia Rice breaks down what no one talks about when it comes to long-term commitment: the silent epidemic of unhappily married women. Keshia shares real-life insight from decades of church community, family counseling, and her own experience as a wife and coach. Whether you’re single and serious about marriage or already dating with purpose, this episode is your pre-marital check-in—with love, truth, and no sugarcoating. Inside this episode: What growing up seeing long-term marriages fall apart taught Keshia about discernment How women accidentally settle out of fear and call it "faith" Why knowing and loving yourself first is non-negotiable How to spiritually and emotionally vet a man (because "he goes to church" isn’t enough) The hard truth about discipline, self-worth, and what you bring to the relationship Why your marriage will mirror what you haven’t healed You’ll walk away with: A mindset reset on what really makes a marriage last Journal prompts to check your heart before you check the "wife" box Permission to wait well—and protect your peace at all costs Steps to build a life that’s already full before love arrives Coaching with Keshia: 💍 Want to become the healed, whole woman who attracts healthy love? Apply for the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program → Connect with Keshia: 📲 , , : 💌 DM Keshia your biggest takeaway or reflection—she reads them all Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: TheWizardLiz and What Women Get Wrong About Dating Advice
05/29/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: TheWizardLiz and What Women Get Wrong About Dating Advice
This one’s a mix of real talk, holy discernment, and a reality check on the fairytales social media keeps selling you. In this episode, Keshia Rice unpacks the viral news of TheWizardLiz’s husband cheating and uses it to reveal a much deeper issue: the misinterpretation of dating advice, especially in the online "soft life" and hypergamy space. You’ll hear why it’s dangerous to glamorize relationships instead of grounding them in real healing, self-worth, and discernment. In This Episode: Why "dating up" doesn’t work when a man is emotionally unavailable The trap of believing a man will "save" you or fix your whole life What high-value really means—and it’s not just his income The pressure we put on men to be everything (and why that backfires) How to build a life that you love before love shows up Why leaving is sometimes the holiest thing you can do You’ll Walk Away With: A deeper understanding of how online dating advice can mislead 3 steps to set a higher relationship standard without becoming jaded The confidence to walk away from anything that doesn’t align A reminder that God will always replace what you release with better Work With Keshia: 💬 Ready to stop settling and start thriving in love? Join the From Toxic to Thriving coaching program →
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Christian-ish Podcast: Why You Keep Attracting Emotionally Unavailable Men (Even When You’re Doing "Everything Right")
05/21/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Why You Keep Attracting Emotionally Unavailable Men (Even When You’re Doing "Everything Right")
Are you doing everything right in dating—but still attracting men who ghost, breadcrumb, or won’t commit? You're not crazy. You're not too much. You're just stuck in a cycle you were never taught how to break. In this episode, we’re talking about: ✔️ Why emotionally unavailable men keep finding you ✔️ The hidden patterns no one talks about (including in the church) ✔️ How to finally shift your energy, your standards, and your results Whether you’re a high-achieving Christian woman who’s ready for real love—or just done with dating drama—this conversation will help you reclaim your worth and start attracting the kind of relationship that actually aligns with your faith, values, and future. :raised_hands|type_5: ✨ APPLY TO JOIN MY COACHING EXPERIENCE: From Toxic to Thriving 💖 A 12-week program to help you break toxic dating cycles, build deep self-worth, and date with discernment
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Christian-ish Podcast: Get More Love by Loving Yourself
05/14/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Get More Love by Loving Yourself
Triggered by a viral TikTok and fueled by love, Dating coach and hypnotherapist, Keshia Rice drops some holy fire in this episode all about why the love you crave starts with the love you give—to yourself. If you’ve ever been told to "lower your standards," felt like you had to earn love, or found yourself dating men who give the bare minimum, this episode is your reset. Keshia breaks down why self-love isn’t just cute—it’s critical to attracting healthy, emotionally available relationships. In This Episode: Why loving yourself makes you magnetic to real love What TikTok gets wrong about women, standards, and "soft girl eras" The truth about women who overgive and undervalue themselves in dating How to move from needing love to discerning love Why your standards filter out the wrong ones—and that’s a good thing Keshia’s personal story of her dad setting the bar way above McDonald’s You’ll Walk Away With: Permission to want more without guilt A reality check on how self-love impacts your standards A plan to stop auditioning for men and start choosing them A reminder that your worth is not a reward someone else gets to grant Work With Keshia: 💖 Ready to stop settling and start thriving? Join Keshia’s 4-month coaching program → From Toxic to Thriving → Connect With Keshia: 📲 , , : 💌 DM Keshia and tell her what you are doing to love yourself better More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage https://keshiarice.gumroad.com/l/selfsabotage?layout=profile Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks https://keshiarice.gumroad.com/l/breakupguide?layout=profile Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on Gumroad. https://keshiarice.gumroad.com/ Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: instagram.com/keshiarice. https://instagram.com/keshiarice Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: Schedule here. https://calendly.com/keshiarice/cherished-feminine-dating Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link: BetterHelp. https://betterhelp.com/keshiarice
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Christian-ish Podcast: Healing from People-Pleasing in Dating & Relationships
05/07/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: Healing from People-Pleasing in Dating & Relationships
If you’ve been saying "yes" when your soul’s been screaming "no," this episode is your wake-up call. Keshia Rice dives into what people-pleasing really is (hint: it’s not kindness—it’s fear), why it’s keeping you stuck in toxic relationship patterns, and how to finally break free. Whether it’s in your dating life, your friendships, or even family—people-pleasing will drain your peace and disconnect you from your purpose. In this episode, Keshia shares faith-based, real-talk strategies for healing and reclaiming your voice. You’ll Learn: The connection between people-pleasing and childhood survival How the "good girl" conditioning shows up in your dating life Why boundaries are biblical (and powerful) The "solar system" method for deciding who gets access to you Why protecting your peace is an act of divine obedience Plus: → What Jesus taught us about saying "no" without guilt → How to stop being emotional rehab for emotionally unavailable people → Finding your support system (even if you have to build it from scratch) Resources & Coaching: 💥 1:1 Coaching — From Toxic to Thriving → Let’s Connect: 📲 , , : 💌 DM Keshia with your takeaways or just to say "Hey sis, this hit hard." Tag Keshia and let her know which self-love step you’re starting with. And if you’re loving the podcast, hit subscribe and leave a review—she reads every single one. Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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Christian-ish Podcast: 5 Steps to Learn How to Love Yourself
05/01/2025
Christian-ish Podcast: 5 Steps to Learn How to Love Yourself
This episode is your permission slip to stop putting yourself last—even in love. Keshia Rice (dating coach + hypnotherapist) gets vulnerable about how even she had to relearn the importance of not losing herself in love. If you’ve ever struggled to prioritize yourself—this one's for you. Inside, you'll learn 5 actionable ways to build real self-love that sticks: How to write to yourself and plant confidence bombs in your everyday life Creating rituals that reconnect you with YOU (not just your goals) Why trying new things unlocks confidence and attraction Building your own "brag book" to fight imposter syndrome The power of celebrating your wins in silence (no more performing for social media) Whether you’re single, dating, or married—self-love is the foundation for every relationship you build. Connect With Keshia: 📲 , , : 💌 Coaching Program: From Toxic to Thriving → Tag Keshia and let her know which self-love step you're starting with. And if you’re loving the podcast, hit subscribe and leave a review—she reads every single one. Ready to identify your unhealthy relationship patterns and heal them once and for all? Schedule a call with Keshia More Resources: Take Back Your Power: A Journal to End Self-Sabotage Ditch the Deadweight – Heal from a Breakup in Six Weeks Explore expert coaching and empowering courses by Keshia on . Stay connected with Keshia on Instagram: . Heal from past relationship trauma by booking a consultation: . Need extra support? Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp using Keshia’s special link:
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