The thumbnail is everything. Edit: Just listened. You’ve captured with your vulnerability the essence of a journey many are on right now. I was especially intrigued by the part where you spoke on scheduling the time for rest. It made me realize I’m still trying to perfect my peace instead of just resting and being okay with not doing a thing. For me, coming to that place of allowing the emotions to emote, the feelings to feel and the thoughts to think is where the healing is prioritized, elevated and integrated. Thank you for this tea, T.❤
i would love the episode on screenwriting and especially on how to pitch your screenplay! i feel that the actual writing is something that is learned over time, but people don't like to talk about how to pitch and connect your screenplay to the right people because it's a better story to say that it just happened to get into the right hands, but that's rarely the full truth (especially with the nepotism babies y'all)
This episode validated my feelings so much on my shame in resting. I feel so shameful to have been unemployed for over a year fully dependant on my ex to pay bills bc I completely ran out of steam and hit burnout HARD. and in hitting that wall i hit rock bottom and spent the last few years healing my trauma [cptsd] and coming to terms with my beliefs of being on the ASD spectrum... and learning all this about myself hurt bc now I know why I'm resting but society says to get over it. And bc I'm self-diagnosed no one takes me seriously so feeling dismissed my whole life and i still feeling like that fucking sucks. I just feel soo seen because it's absolutely our ancestors dream to be able to do half the things we can today INCLUDING rest and I thank you for giving me the space to Innerstand that Tarek ❤💯
this episode was sooooo good on so many levels. you took us through an audible experience of the dark night of the soul. the doubts, the self work, the desires. while celebrating the joy, the accomplishments and the ancestral blessing we have on this energetic plane. thank you for sitting with us through this!
"The goal will keep moving" Literally needed to hear that, because just yesterday I got some big news concerning something I've been working so hard to get and when that email came in yesterday the first thing I did was not celebrating and being present it was stressing about the next steps I needed to take and set a new timeframe to get something else done. You have no idea the amount of doors God is going to open up for you babe, thank you so much for being transparent and so open. Love you!
Tarek, look how far you've come. There was a moment in your life, when you felt down, depress, or sad, you didn't understand why you were feeling that way. Now, today, you understand WHY YOU HAVE THESE FEELINGS. YOU NOW KNOW, WHAT YOU WANT AND NEED IN YOUR LIFE. DON'T BE SO HARD ON YOURSELF, LOVE YOURSELF MORE, AND LOOK AT WHAT YOU'VE ALREADY ACCOMPLISHED. YOU ARE BLESS TAREK! THERE ARE SO MANY OTHERS, WHO WISH THEY COULD BE IN YOUR SHOES. APPRECIATE WHAT YOU HAVE AND WHAT GOD HAS IN STORE FOR YOU. YOU ARE LIVING IN YOUR DREAM, BELIEVE IT, LOVE THE MOMENT!
thank you for the emphasis on rest.. its easy to feel guilty about it. I’ve been experiencing burn out for months now, do not let yourself get to this point
I feel like an episode on screenwriting, how you got into it, what books and sources you got into, just talking about your foundation would be so informative!! that’s truly content that people need, because the film/media industry is so vast and there’s not a lot of knowledge about it unless you know people who work in it. I love the way you communicate and connect through this podcast and hearing your experience would make it even more special!
Okay wow This entire podcast is magical. I felt especially moved when you said that our rest is the answered prayers and reward for the hard work of our parents/grandparents etc. whether they understand it or not 👑🙌🏾
I feel that way about being an interviewer. I’m noticed for so many things but the thing that gives me life. This is changing and will change though. Thank you Tarek. ❤
So proud of you. You did the work, broke it down and rebuilt it. In your process you hit every mark and what spoke to me was the gratitude you recognized and the value of that, that takes you to your happy place. You are doing great work and you are an intelligent influencer so walk in that confidence and don’t let the lack of numbers create self doubt. You are doing God’s work and you are inspiring this middle aged human. Continue to love on yourself, because you are loved and appreciated here and now.
It’s giving I love you and so thankful for you!!!!! Literally relistened to that podcast yesterday!!!! Because I needed it honey!!!! Also love you and so thankful for you
I needed this ! I am doing a lot as well 😭😮💨 and these are amazing ventures but a jack of all trades isn’t easy. I call it being a plant mom, trying to grow so many things at the same time. Seasons are important!!! That adaptation, the acceptance, the rest in-between and hiatus are necessary. No vital.
This spoke to me in just the first 5 mins. Definitely my confirmation to just do it all… Sometimes being the first to do something different is scary but thank you! You never know who you’re inspiring so keep pushing. ❤
Your comment about working towards putting yourself where you wanna be in two years….resonated!!! Fashion week and influencing recently became something I’m allowing myself to actually work towards rather than convincing myself that’s it’s not for me, and you are giving me A WORD this morning 👏🏽 thank you so much for your transparency.
Thank you Tarek, for always. And yes, you ate Fashion Week, was so lovely seeing you in the press knowing how hard this last few months has been for you. You've got it
Love listening to you. You bring up things people should think about but don’t. Your views on MH are inspiring. Can’t wait to hear about your successes in writing.
The journal part felt good to hear in terms of relatability. That you already so accomplished in other areas, but no one knows the true things that we are passionate about.
It took me 3 times (getting distracted) to finish this video but I needed to hear this🤍 Always good seeing you & congrats on all your success. His bless your future endeavors🥰🥂✨
I appreciate you so much I don’t think you really understand! It’s crazy but I feel that the things you say really explain thing I can’t about my life. Everyday is a fight for me! I started my podcast and I can never be consistent because I try to perfect everything not realizing that it will never happen. I love speaking about my raw emotions and I enjoy sharing because even at my young age I feel I’ve been through a lot and my journey and advice has helped ppl twice my age. I started my TH-cam and I’ve never felt so happy. I struggle with enjoying my achievements and believing in myself. I’ve accomplished so much and I just want to learn to appreciate where I am. But I want to thank you because you are a huge inspiration to me and I appreciate your vulnerability. You’ve pushed me so much!
This episode resonated so closely and was a cathartic to listen to. Thank you for your honesty and sharing your experience, it's inspiring. Wishing you all the best on this journey!
You've given me a profound understanding of rest and made me appreciate the milestones my ancestors took to put me in a position of privilege. Thank you so much for this episode. You never fail to give us a new and refreshing perspective. ❤❤
This was inspirational. This makes me wanna get back into my music bag. I acknowledge you as a writer. Talking points from this video would be good for my friend who is also a writer ♡
Thank you for sharing your personal journal entries with your audience. This was so insightful and as very goal-oriented person who is restless when I’m not productive, this was the exact message I needed to hear.
so yes i had to watch this in pieces cuz ngl my head was not ready to recieve all this at once plus i had just set my concealer and i was not bout to cry becuz of you Thanks for your transparency Can't wait for part 2
When I tell you I was in tearssssss @ my rest honors my ancestors. BABAYYYYY!!! When I take a nap in my bed my ancestors are resting in the bed with me 🤯🤯🤯 Tarek! Thank you for thissss!!! And your transparency from money ain’t moneying (boo we are all being conscious about where our dollar goes), to goal post, to restinggg is a priority just like drinking water. Love u! Congratulations on allll your ventures from your writing to production to the smallest thing as breathing. 🤍
This was a great episode with a lot of insight, I definitely tend to burn out and feel bad when I need a break or rest. It really is a guilty feeling you have to get through in order to actually appreciate the rest and slow down
the way you use the word spirit is interesting to me and i want to know more. so cool that you can tell us where you’re signed now!!! congratulations!!!!
Wow yea I’m an artist. I do my art w makeup and after 3 years of pushing to be seen for it. It’s hard bc i feel like the world cares more about trends and not talent. It’s almost like u always on the same emotional roller coaster i am bc every video I’m right there w u.
Wow Tarik, I feel similarly about my work. I recently attained another certification and I also need to appreciate my victories. After I passed my test, I felt ok, but then I pick at all the details of things I want to do.
So insightful and helpful! Your podcasts are like soul food and I could use these gems every morning. I'm also so excited about your screenwriting content as an aspiring writer myself. ☺️💓
I'm having visions of you connecting with some one high status, popular in the industry....in the near future and that person is going to be a major influence in your career. ❤️ Keep up the great work! 😊👍
I LOVEEE every moment if your podcast. I can totally relate & your ability to speak & deliver information is so breath taking. Were besties in my head 😭🥰
I would love love love and episode on screenwriting!!! I’m working on my writing as well, and listening to your methods always helps me figure out what works for me.
I personally would be super into the writing shit! I’m a songwriter tho so I may be more interested in others but still. I sooo enjoyed your episode with Christian I was locked tf in!!
Please,please,please do a video on screenwriting!!! I’ve been wanting to start my screenwriting journey myself and I need a video! We don’t have many videos on TH-cam amongst black writers.🧡🧡🧡🧡
i just subscribed. i loved listening to your authenticity and vulnerability. hearing you share your experience is deeply inspiring and motivating. it’s humbling to see that even as we experience success, there will always be growth and expansion as we continue to uplevel deeper into ourselves. im excited to witness your transition into Tarek, the writer. i appreciate this podcast so much. i’m excited to listen to the older episodes 🥲💕
This is my first time watching you and I definitely needed this! I am a “writer” too and would love to see a video on your screenwriting process! I get distracted so easily so I never end up Writing.
that should've been the name of the episode, "we resting baby"...girlllllllll I've been battling having to go get this money vs just resting and relaxing my mental these past few days or feeling guilty if I decide to treat myself and be happy knowing that I'm not where I want to be financially...LIFE ughhhhh
The thumbnail is everything.
Edit: Just listened. You’ve captured with your vulnerability the essence of a journey many are on right now. I was especially intrigued by the part where you spoke on scheduling the time for rest. It made me realize I’m still trying to perfect my peace instead of just resting and being okay with not doing a thing.
For me, coming to that place of allowing the emotions to emote, the feelings to feel and the thoughts to think is where the healing is prioritized, elevated and integrated.
Thank you for this tea, T.❤
“Because you cant write as fast as you can think only the things that really are on your heart are going to come down” WOW ♥️🙏🏽
i would love the episode on screenwriting and especially on how to pitch your screenplay! i feel that the actual writing is something that is learned over time, but people don't like to talk about how to pitch and connect your screenplay to the right people because it's a better story to say that it just happened to get into the right hands, but that's rarely the full truth (especially with the nepotism babies y'all)
Same!
YES 👏🏽
This would be a great episode
agreed!!! I'm trying to find an agent for my book and it's not talked about much!
This episode validated my feelings so much on my shame in resting. I feel so shameful to have been unemployed for over a year fully dependant on my ex to pay bills bc I completely ran out of steam and hit burnout HARD. and in hitting that wall i hit rock bottom and spent the last few years healing my trauma [cptsd] and coming to terms with my beliefs of being on the ASD spectrum... and learning all this about myself hurt bc now I know why I'm resting but society says to get over it. And bc I'm self-diagnosed no one takes me seriously so feeling dismissed my whole life and i still feeling like that fucking sucks. I just feel soo seen because it's absolutely our ancestors dream to be able to do half the things we can today INCLUDING rest and I thank you for giving me the space to Innerstand that Tarek ❤💯
this episode was sooooo good on so many levels. you took us through an audible experience of the dark night of the soul. the doubts, the self work, the desires. while celebrating the joy, the accomplishments and the ancestral blessing we have on this energetic plane. thank you for sitting with us through this!
"The goal will keep moving" Literally needed to hear that, because just yesterday I got some big news concerning something I've been working so hard to get and when that email came in yesterday the first thing I did was not celebrating and being present it was stressing about the next steps I needed to take and set a new timeframe to get something else done. You have no idea the amount of doors God is going to open up for you babe, thank you so much for being transparent and so open. Love you!
Tarek, look how far you've come. There was a moment in your life, when you felt down, depress, or sad, you didn't understand why you were feeling that way.
Now, today, you understand WHY YOU HAVE THESE FEELINGS. YOU NOW KNOW, WHAT YOU WANT AND NEED IN YOUR LIFE. DON'T BE SO HARD ON YOURSELF,
LOVE YOURSELF MORE, AND LOOK AT WHAT YOU'VE ALREADY ACCOMPLISHED. YOU ARE BLESS TAREK! THERE ARE SO MANY OTHERS, WHO WISH THEY
COULD BE IN YOUR SHOES. APPRECIATE WHAT YOU HAVE AND WHAT GOD HAS IN STORE FOR YOU. YOU ARE LIVING IN YOUR DREAM, BELIEVE IT, LOVE THE
MOMENT!
thank you for the emphasis on rest.. its easy to feel guilty about it. I’ve been experiencing burn out for months now, do not let yourself get to this point
i can't speak for anyone else, but i (not only as a writer) am VERY excited to see the screenwriting video/s!
congrats to getting signed!!
Tarek I really hope you know that these episodes are literally life-saving for some of us! I'm feeling so validated right now 🥺🙏🏽
I feel like an episode on screenwriting, how you got into it, what books and sources you got into, just talking about your foundation would be so informative!! that’s truly content that people need, because the film/media industry is so vast and there’s not a lot of knowledge about it unless you know people who work in it. I love the way you communicate and connect through this podcast and hearing your experience would make it even more special!
Okay wow
This entire podcast is magical.
I felt especially moved when you said that our rest is the answered prayers and reward for the hard work of our parents/grandparents etc. whether they understand it or not 👑🙌🏾
yes, the goal post is ALWAYS moving!! man oh man. gratitude is a beautiful thing
Such a great episode!! Being productive with your rest is a word!
I feel that way about being an interviewer. I’m noticed for so many things but the thing that gives me life. This is changing and will change though. Thank you Tarek. ❤
“U see a need in a community or market & if it’s not there make it” a word!!!
Not you having me tear up at work because you are really speaking to my soul. You said so many things I didn’t realize I needed to hear. Thank you!💛
So proud of you. You did the work, broke it down and rebuilt it. In your process you hit every mark and what spoke to me was the gratitude you recognized and the value of that, that takes you to your happy place. You are doing great work and you are an intelligent influencer so walk in that confidence and don’t let the lack of numbers create self doubt. You are doing God’s work and you are inspiring this middle aged human. Continue to love on yourself, because you are loved and appreciated here and now.
Your words bring me so much peace.
It’s giving I love you and so thankful for you!!!!! Literally relistened to that podcast yesterday!!!! Because I needed it honey!!!! Also love you and so thankful for you
35:03 :) i cannot WAIT to read and see your work. your expression and perspective is not only relatable, but inspirational.
You was preaching! I’m glad you’re here :)
Been inspirational to me since 2016 . Love you Tarek ❤
I needed this ! I am doing a lot as well 😭😮💨 and these are amazing ventures but a jack of all trades isn’t easy. I call it being a plant mom, trying to grow so many things at the same time. Seasons are important!!! That adaptation, the acceptance, the rest in-between and hiatus are necessary. No vital.
Tarek this podcast is helping with my healing journey so much, all the love keep doing great things ❤
This spoke to me in just the first 5 mins. Definitely my confirmation to just do it all… Sometimes being the first to do something different is scary but thank you! You never know who you’re inspiring so keep pushing. ❤
I am inspired by your comments on journaling. It is hit and miss for me, I now have ideas for a new approach.
I needed this. Wishing you blessings, peace & prosperity 🫶🏾✨
Your comment about working towards putting yourself where you wanna be in two years….resonated!!! Fashion week and influencing recently became something I’m allowing myself to actually work towards rather than convincing myself that’s it’s not for me, and you are giving me A WORD this morning 👏🏽 thank you so much for your transparency.
Yea I was happy to see you in the NYC Fashion week
Wow I love this 🤍 one of the most sincerest and honest video I’ve watched in a while. Subscribed! I’m rooting for you.
Thank you Tarek, for always. And yes, you ate Fashion Week, was so lovely seeing you in the press knowing how hard this last few months has been for you. You've got it
we are cheering you on!!!
This podcast!!!!! A WORD! That piece about resting is homage and granted wishes to my ancestors! Listen! So much to be thankful for!
Tarek you’re a beautiful soul and thank you so much. Your journey makes me feel so hopeful for my future
Love listening to you. You bring up things people should think about but don’t. Your views on MH are inspiring. Can’t wait to hear about your successes in writing.
The journal part felt good to hear in terms of relatability. That you already so accomplished in other areas, but no one knows the true things that we are passionate about.
amazing episode 😊
"Standing in gratitude will bring you happiness" ....well said.... I'm going to marinade on that today.
It took me 3 times (getting distracted) to finish this video but I needed to hear this🤍
Always good seeing you & congrats on all your success. His bless your future endeavors🥰🥂✨
I really enjoyed this, it helped me alot
you have such a healing podcast and i absolutely love it ❤
I don’t even know how I ended up here but I now know it’s what I needed😩
Love you so much Tarek!!❤
TAREK IS THE BEST !!!! 🗣🗣
the timing of this episode!!!!!!! ugh, we’re such scorpios. 😮💨💘
Such a great video!
I appreciate you so much I don’t think you really understand! It’s crazy but I feel that the things you say really explain thing I can’t about my life. Everyday is a fight for me! I started my podcast and I can never be consistent because I try to perfect everything not realizing that it will never happen. I love speaking about my raw emotions and I enjoy sharing because even at my young age I feel I’ve been through a lot and my journey and advice has helped ppl twice my age. I started my TH-cam and I’ve never felt so happy. I struggle with enjoying my achievements and believing in myself. I’ve accomplished so much and I just want to learn to appreciate where I am. But I want to thank you because you are a huge inspiration to me and I appreciate your vulnerability. You’ve pushed me so much!
This episode resonated so closely and was a cathartic to listen to. Thank you for your honesty and sharing your experience, it's inspiring. Wishing you all the best on this journey!
omgosh you look tf amazing! congrats to all your accomplishments!
You've given me a profound understanding of rest and made me appreciate the milestones my ancestors took to put me in a position of privilege. Thank you so much for this episode. You never fail to give us a new and refreshing perspective. ❤❤
This was inspirational. This makes me wanna get back into my music bag. I acknowledge you as a writer. Talking points from this video would be good for my friend who is also a writer ♡
Love your essence and hope your writing journey continues to flourish!!
Thank you for sharing your personal journal entries with your audience. This was so insightful and as very goal-oriented person who is restless when I’m not productive, this was the exact message I needed to hear.
The video started to play right as i was thinking I miss being happy
so yes i had to watch this in pieces cuz ngl my head was not ready to recieve all this at once plus i had just set my concealer and i was not bout to cry becuz of you
Thanks for your transparency Can't wait for part 2
Nothing wrong with laughing!!
Love your content KEEP up with the awesome work.
much more love
LOVE the Scorpio VIBESSSSS .. WE have the best conversations 🦂
Tarek.....Oh wow.....first 2 sec.....SMASHED THE LIKE! Intro was fire 🔥 I’ll be making several comments!
When I tell you I was in tearssssss @ my rest honors my ancestors. BABAYYYYY!!! When I take a nap in my bed my ancestors are resting in the bed with me 🤯🤯🤯 Tarek! Thank you for thissss!!! And your transparency from money ain’t moneying (boo we are all being conscious about where our dollar goes), to goal post, to restinggg is a priority just like drinking water. Love u! Congratulations on allll your ventures from your writing to production to the smallest thing as breathing. 🤍
This was a great episode with a lot of insight, I definitely tend to burn out and feel bad when I need a break or rest. It really is a guilty feeling you have to get through in order to actually appreciate the rest and slow down
Loved Everything you spoke on ❤
the way you use the word spirit is interesting to me and i want to know more.
so cool that you can tell us where you’re signed now!!! congratulations!!!!
Wow yea I’m an artist. I do my art w makeup and after 3 years of pushing to be seen for it. It’s hard bc i feel like the world cares more about trends and not talent. It’s almost like u always on the same emotional roller coaster i am bc every video I’m right there w u.
Your transparency is always needed & valued 🙌🏾❤️
This was so good! You gave me just what you said you would give so I’m excited for part 2 as well ☺️
Wow Tarik, I feel similarly about my work. I recently attained another certification and I also need to appreciate my victories. After I passed my test, I felt ok, but then I pick at all the details of things I want to do.
So insightful and helpful! Your podcasts are like soul food and I could use these gems every morning. I'm also so excited about your screenwriting content as an aspiring writer myself. ☺️💓
I'm having visions of you connecting with some one high status, popular in the industry....in the near future and that person is going to be a major influence in your career. ❤️ Keep up the great work! 😊👍
21:06 "i dont do anything God doesnt tell me to do" ... divine intervention !!!
I LOVEEE every moment if your podcast. I can totally relate & your ability to speak & deliver information is so breath taking. Were besties in my head 😭🥰
The fact that you were at NYFW is a whole win…. That’s something not even 1% of the world does.
I love you Tarek. Thank you for inspiring me :’) I love your podcast so much
loved this episode esp the part about resting for our ancestors
17:07 its so crazy how quick shit changed !!!!! i been shouting this shit for two years now
I truly love these videos 🥺
you are divine! so so proud of you tarek & thank you for sharing your heart with us 💛
24:58 bingo ! you are so very lucky if people are willing to consume any and everything you put out and are in this space and industry !
Bravo!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This podcast is everything we needed omg
please keep coming and talking to us even if you do a week of showing us how you write whatever you do we loveeee
I would liveeeeeeee for screenwriter content from you!!!! I be trying to zoom in on the stories to get a piece of insight from you🙏🏽
Loved this episode! So relatable and healing, thank you for always being so honest and real ❤
So introspective. I would LOVE to be your therapist lol Bring me on the podcast!
I would love love love and episode on screenwriting!!! I’m working on my writing as well, and listening to your methods always helps me figure out what works for me.
great episode, You are such a light
btw You are giving me PhD/PsyD vibes. 👀
I personally would be super into the writing shit! I’m a songwriter tho so I may be more interested in others but still. I sooo enjoyed your episode with Christian I was locked tf in!!
you looked amazing in fashion week!
Please,please,please do a video on screenwriting!!! I’ve been wanting to start my screenwriting journey myself and I need a video! We don’t have many videos on TH-cam amongst black writers.🧡🧡🧡🧡
This was so so amazing and timely ❤️
I love you, and the video was great per usual
Thank you for this episode! Loved every minute of it. I can't wait for Part 2!
i just subscribed. i loved listening to your authenticity and vulnerability. hearing you share your experience is deeply inspiring and motivating. it’s humbling to see that even as we experience success, there will always be growth and expansion as we continue to uplevel deeper into ourselves. im excited to witness your transition into Tarek, the writer. i appreciate this podcast so much. i’m excited to listen to the older episodes 🥲💕
This is my first time watching you and I definitely needed this! I am a “writer” too and would love to see a video on your screenwriting process! I get distracted so easily so I never end up Writing.
I wrote down so many gems from this podcast!
Thank you, just thank you 💕✨
I'm happy for you in all of your success cutie pie, in for the record diesel has been on and popping since 99
This is random! But I have the same exact same journal notebook ! Good video by the way !
that should've been the name of the episode, "we resting baby"...girlllllllll I've been battling having to go get this money vs just resting and relaxing my mental these past few days or feeling guilty if I decide to treat myself and be happy knowing that I'm not where I want to be financially...LIFE ughhhhh
Needed this🙏🏾