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Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Feeling unchosen doesn’t always come from one clear rejection.  Sometimes it forms slowly — through patterns of being overlooked, replaced, or never fully chosen in relationships that mattered to you. In this episode of the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast, we talk about rejection wounds — the kind that develop over time and quietly shape how you see yourself, attach to others, and show up in relationships. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels like they’re never the first choice, even when they give their whole heart. We explore how repeated relational disappointment can create deep emotional pain, why rejection wounds linger even when you “move on,” and how feeling unchosen can slowly turn into self-doubt, hyper-awareness, or emotional self-protection. This isn’t a conversation about blaming yourself or rewriting the past.  It’s about understanding why these patterns hurt so deeply — and giving language to a wound that often goes unnamed. If relationships have left you questioning your worth, this episode is here to sit with you gently. THIS EPISODE MAY RESONATE IF: • you feel unchosen in relationships  • you’re often the one who gives more  • you’ve experienced repeated rejection  • relationships trigger self-doubt or insecurity  • you feel easily replaceable  • you want mental health support that feels calm and human SCRIPTURE “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you…”  — John 15:16 (KJV) PODCAST DISCLAIMER This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. CONNECT & CONTINUE If this episode helped you feel a little less alone, I’d love for you to stay connected.  Follow or subscribe to the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast so these conversations are here whenever you need them. You can also visit my website (linked below) to join a quiet, supportive community beyond the podcast. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Being the strong one often means carrying more than people realize.  You show up. You hold things together. You support others — even when you’re quietly running on empty. In this episode of the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast, we talk about hidden exhaustion — the kind that builds when you’re always relied on and rarely relieved. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels emotionally tired but doesn’t feel like they have permission to rest. We explore how strength can become a role you’re expected to play, why exhaustion often goes unseen, and how constantly holding space for others can slowly disconnect you from your own needs. This isn’t a conversation about quitting or failing.  It’s about naming the weight you’ve been carrying and acknowledging that even strong people need support. If you’ve ever felt like there’s no room for your own exhaustion, this episode is here to sit with you gently. THIS EPISODE MAY RESONATE IF: • you’re tired of being the strong one  • others rely on you emotionally  • you feel exhausted but keep pushing  • resting feels uncomfortable or undeserved  • your fatigue goes unseen  • you want mental health support that feels calm and human “My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”  — Psalm 73:26 (KJV) PODCAST DISCLAIMER This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. CONNECT & CONTINUE If this episode helped you feel a little less alone, I’d love for you to stay connected.  Follow or subscribe to the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast so these conversations are here whenever you need them. You can also visit my website (linked below) to join a quiet, supportive community beyond the podcast. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Loneliness doesn’t always look like isolation.  Sometimes it shows up when you’re surrounded by people but still feel unseen, unheard, or emotionally disconnected. In this episode of the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast, we talk about emotional loneliness — the quiet kind that exists beneath conversations, relationships, and routines. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels alone even when they’re not physically by themselves. We explore why emotional loneliness forms, how it can exist inside relationships, and why being around people doesn’t always bring the connection we’re craving. There’s no pressure to fix yourself here — just space to understand what you’re feeling and why it makes sense. If you’ve ever wondered why companionship hasn’t eased the ache, or why you still feel distant even when others are close, this episode is here to meet you gently. THIS EPISODE MAY RESONATE IF: • you feel lonely even when you’re not alone  • you feel emotionally disconnected in relationships  • conversations feel surface-level  • you feel unseen or emotionally unsupported  • you crave deeper connection  • you want mental health support that feels calm and human SCRIPTURE “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”  — Psalm 34:18 (KJV) PODCAST DISCLAIMER This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. CONNECT & CONTINUE If this episode helped you feel a little less alone, I’d love for you to stay connected.  Follow or subscribe to the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast so these conversations are always here when you need them. You can also visit my website (linked below) to join a quiet, supportive community beyond the podcast. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Giving comes naturally to you. You show up. You support. You listen. You care.  And yet, somehow, you still feel unseen — as if your effort, presence, and heart quietly disappear in the background. In this episode of the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast, we talk about emotional walls that form after prolonged giving without being emotionally met. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who pours into others but rarely feels poured into. We explore how emotional walls don’t always come from fear — sometimes they come from exhaustion, disappointment, and the quiet realization that your needs have been overlooked for a long time. These walls aren’t about shutting people out. They’re often about self-protection. If you’ve ever felt invisible despite how much you give, or found yourself pulling back emotionally because it feels safer than hoping again, this episode is here to sit with you gently. THIS EPISODE MAY RESONATE IF: • you give a lot but feel unseen  • your effort goes unacknowledged  • you feel emotionally drained from over-giving  • you’ve built emotional walls to protect yourself  • you struggle to receive support  • you want mental health support that feels calm and humane “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”  — Psalm 34:18 (KJV)  PODCAST DISCLAIMER This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. CONNECT & CONTINUE If this episode helped you feel a little less alone, I’d love for you to stay connected.  Follow or subscribe to the OneGirlOneGoal Podcast so these conversations are always here when you need them. You can also visit my website (linked below) to join a quiet, supportive community beyond the podcast. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Feeling like nothing you do is ever good enough can slowly wear you down.  Even when you try. Even when you show up. Even when others say you’re doing fine. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about self-doubt, internal pressure, and what it feels like to move through life never fully satisfied with yourself. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who keeps striving but rarely feels settled, proud, or at peace with their effort. This episode isn’t about motivation or pushing yourself harder.  It’s about understanding where self-doubt comes from, why accomplishment doesn’t always bring relief, and how constantly measuring yourself can disconnect you from joy. If you’ve ever finished something and immediately focused on what you could’ve done better — or felt like your effort never really counts — this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – nothing you do ever feels good enough – you struggle to feel proud of yourself – you move quickly past accomplishments – self-doubt follows your effort – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” — Galatians 6:9 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Being hard on yourself doesn’t always come from wanting to improve.  Sometimes it comes from learning that pressure felt safer than compassion. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about the inner critic, self-blame, and the quiet exhaustion that comes from constantly correcting yourself. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels like they’re never doing enough — even when they’re trying their best. This episode isn’t about silencing your thoughts or forcing confidence.  It’s about understanding where harsh self-talk comes from, how self-criticism often forms as protection, and why being hard on yourself doesn’t mean you lack discipline or strength. If you’ve been feeling worn down by your own thoughts — or wondering why kindness toward yourself feels so difficult — this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – you’re harder on yourself than anyone else – your inner voice feels critical or unforgiving – you replay mistakes or focus on flaws – praise doesn’t land or feel believable – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus.” — Romans 8:1 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Missing an older version of yourself can feel like grief.  Not because that person is gone forever — but because you remember what it felt like to feel more connected, more alive, or more like yourself. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about loss of self, emotional disconnection, and what it means when you don’t recognize yourself the way you used to. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels distant from their emotions or unsure where the “old me” went. This episode isn’t about reinventing yourself or forcing change.  It’s about understanding how losing touch with yourself can happen slowly through stress, survival mode, or long emotional seasons — and why missing who you were doesn’t mean you’re lost. If you’ve ever thought, “I miss who I used to be,” this conversation is here to meet you gently. Episode Notes / Additional Details (Recommended) This episode may resonate if: – you miss the version of yourself who could feel deeply – you feel disconnected from who you used to be – your emotions feel muted or distant – life changed you in ways you didn’t expect – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.” — Psalm 23:3 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Knowing that you’re hurting but being unable to feel it can be unsettling.  It’s like something inside you went quiet — not because the pain disappeared, but because your system learned how to survive it. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about emotional shutdown, numbness, and what it means when you recognize pain mentally but feel disconnected from it emotionally. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who knows something is wrong but can’t access the feeling behind it. This episode isn’t about forcing emotion or digging things up before you’re ready.  It’s about understanding how emotional shutdown can form as protection, why numbness doesn’t mean you don’t care, and how the body sometimes pauses feeling to keep you going. If you’ve been aware that you’re hurting but unable to feel it — or unsure why your emotions feel distant — this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – you know you’re hurting but feel emotionally numb – your emotions feel distant or shut down – you’ve learned to keep going without feeling – you feel disconnected from your inner world – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Feeling empty doesn’t always come from being alone.  Sometimes it shows up even when you’re surrounded by people — talking, engaging, and showing up — yet still feeling disconnected inside. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about emotional disconnection, relational numbness, and what it means when connection looks present on the outside but feels missing on the inside. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels lonely in rooms full of people. This episode isn’t about forcing connection or pretending to feel more than you do.  It’s about understanding how emotional distance can form as protection, why disconnection often follows long seasons of stress or survival mode, and why feeling empty doesn’t mean you don’t care. If you’ve been wondering why being around others doesn’t fill the loneliness — or why you feel emotionally flat even in relationships — this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – you feel empty even when you’re around people – connection feels distant or forced – you feel lonely in social situations – you don’t feel fully present with others – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Wanting to cry but being unable to can feel confusing and isolating.  It doesn’t always mean you’re numb — sometimes it means you’ve been holding things in for a long time. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about suppressed emotion, emotional shutdown, and what it means when your body knows you’re hurting but the tears won’t come. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels emotional pressure without release or pain without an outlet. This episode isn’t about forcing yourself to feel or pushing for emotional release.  It’s about understanding why emotions get held inside, how suppression often forms as protection, and why not being able to cry doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. If you’ve been feeling emotional pain that doesn’t move, or wondering why you can’t access what you know is there, this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – you want to cry but can’t – your emotions feel stuck or inaccessible – you feel heaviness in your chest or throat – you’ve learned to hold things in to keep going – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! When you finally try to rest, your mind doesn’t always slow down.  For many people, that’s when the thoughts start racing. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about overthinking at night, racing thoughts, and why your mind feels busiest when your body is trying to stop. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who lies awake replaying the day, worrying about tomorrow, or feeling overwhelmed when everything gets quiet. This episode isn’t about silencing your thoughts or forcing yourself to relax.  It’s about understanding why your mind stays alert at night, how anxiety and survival mode affect rest, and why racing thoughts don’t mean something is wrong with you. If you’ve ever noticed that your thoughts get louder the moment you lie down, this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – your mind races when you try to sleep – overthinking gets worse at night – quiet moments trigger anxious thoughts – you replay conversations or worry about tomorrow – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.” — Psalm 4:8 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Feeling on edge doesn’t always come from danger or obvious stress.  Sometimes it shows up even when nothing is wrong — when your body won’t relax, but you don’t know why. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about nervous system stress, constant tension, and what it means when your body feels alert even in safe moments. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels keyed up, restless, or uneasy without a clear reason. This episode isn’t about fixing your body or forcing yourself to calm down.  It’s about understanding how stress can live in the body, why your nervous system may still be in survival mode, and why feeling on edge doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. If you’ve been feeling tense, jumpy, or unable to fully relax — even when life seems calm — this conversation is here to meet you gently. This episode may resonate if: – your body feels tense or on edge for no clear reason – you feel physically restless or overstimulated – you struggle to feel safe in your body – your nervous system feels constantly alert – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Anxiety doesn’t always show up during chaos.  For many people, it gets louder when things finally become quiet. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about why anxiety can feel worse in silence, why your mind becomes restless when there’s nothing demanding your attention, and what it means when quiet moments bring discomfort instead of peace. This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who feels uneasy at night, overwhelmed by their own thoughts, or unsure why slowing down makes their anxiety feel stronger. This episode isn’t about stopping your thoughts or forcing yourself to relax.  It’s about understanding why quiet can feel unsafe, how anxiety fills the space after long periods of survival mode, and why a restless mind doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. If you’ve ever noticed that your anxiety shows up most when life gets still, this conversation is here to meet you gently. 🎧 This episode may resonate if: – your anxiety feels worse at night or in quiet moments – silence makes your thoughts race – you feel uneasy when there’s nothing to focus on – your mind doesn’t know how to rest – you want mental health support that feels calm and human 📖 Scripture referenced: “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua

Send me a message if you have any questions or comments! Feeling guilty when you try to relax doesn’t always come from laziness or a lack of discipline.  Sometimes it comes from anxiety — from being in control for so long that slowing down feels unsafe. In this episode of the OnegirlOnegoal Podcast, we talk about guilt around rest, anxiety, and the quiet pressure to always be “on.” This is a calm, honest conversation for anyone who finds it hard to relax without feeling like they should be doing more. This episode isn’t about productivity or learning how to rest better.  It’s about understanding why rest can trigger anxiety, why guilt shows up when life gets quiet, and how responsibility and survival mode can make slowing down feel uncomfortable. If you’ve ever noticed that sitting still makes you uneasy, or that rest brings up self-blame instead of peace, this conversation is here to meet you gently. Episode Notes / Additional Details  This episode may resonate if: – you feel guilty when you try to relax – rest makes you anxious instead of calm – you struggle with control or responsibility – slowing down feels uncomfortable or unsafe – you want mental health support that feels calm and human Scripture referenced: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (KJV) Mental Health Disclaimer This podcast is for emotional and spiritual encouragement only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, therapy, or medical treatment. Support the show All Things Me Here- https://linktr.ee/shaniquasmith *Subscribe to become a Member of our Community- https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/members *SimplyShaniqua Website---https://www.simplyshaniqua.com/ *Subscribe to the YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@Simply_Shaniqua