Episode 4 – Working A 9-5: Is It The Only Way To Survive? Beyond Nrml W/ Mya Lamis podcast

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🎙️ In this very special episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis, I’m joined by my siblings — in person — for the first time ever in California. Yes, you read that right. After connecting through family ties, we finally met face-to-face and decided to hit record and share this unforgettable moment. 💬 In Part 1, we unpack everything from our emotions before meeting, to first impressions, to the hilarious cupcake sandwich moment. 🧁 In this episode we talk about: The emotions and anticipation leading up to the big day First impressions and honest thoughts after meeting Did we expect anything from each other? Our similarities, differences, and shared quirks My brother’s reaction: “I thought I was being scammed by an African again” 😭 The infamous moo moo party moment Our dreams and goals for the future How this reunion changes everything moving forward And a special cameo from our dad 👀 This is more than just a family reunion — it’s about identity, healing, connection, and building something new from scratch. This moment is raw, funny, real, and full of love. 💡 Part 2 drops next week — stay tuned! 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean + Spotify 🎙 Hosted by @MyaLamis | Guest appearances by my siblings #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #FamilyReunion #FirstTimeMeetingSiblings #BlackFamilyPodcast #EmotionalPodcast #SiblingLove #RealLifeStories #HealingThroughConnection #CupcakeSandwich #FunnyFamilyMoments #PodcastWithFamily #AuthenticConversations #FamilyHealingJourney #BlackPodcasters…

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The Art of Conscious Creation w/ NVL Nailed It | Beyond Nrml Ep. 14 1:20:59

12 days ago1:20:59

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✨ In this powerful guest episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we welcome Nalannie, founder of NVL Nailed It in California, to talk about The Art of Conscious Creation: Designing Your Desired Reality. 💅🏾 While getting her nails done on camera, Mya and Nalannie dive deep into manifestation, mindset, and clarity—exploring how your words, vision, and habits shape the life you live. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 💬 How Nalannie got started building her nail business in California 🧠 The mindset shift that changed everything for her 📝 Why journaling and self-awareness are underrated tools ⏱️ "You make time for what you want" — how to really live by this 🔮 The importance of clarity when manifesting your desires 💡 The daily rituals and habits that keep you grounded and grateful This is more than a conversation — it’s a reminder that you’re the architect of your life, and the energy you carry shows up in what you create. Whether you’re a beauty lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, or on your self-growth journey — this episode is for YOU. ✨ “Get clear, get present, get creating.” 🎙 Hosted by @MyaLamis | Guest: @nvlnailedit 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Podbean + Spotify #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #ConsciousCreation #MindsetShift #ManifestationPodcast #NVLNailedIt #EntrepreneurJourney #SelfGrowthPodcast #JournalingForGrowth #MindfulLiving #BlackWomenPodcasters #BeautyBoss #ElevateYourMindset #ManifestYourLife #PodcastForCreators #GratitudePractice…

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The Future of Work: Digital Skills, Mindset Shifts & Elevation Strategies | Beyond Nrml Ep. 13 43:34

19 days ago43:34

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In this eye-opening episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we dive into a conversation everyone should be having: The Future of Work. 🚀 From AI and automation to the rise of digital entrepreneurs, the workforce is evolving fast—and it’s time to adapt, pivot, and elevate. ✨ What We Cover in This Episode: 🕰 Segment 1: Work as We Knew It Why the traditional 9–5 model is shifting—and what that means for you. 📊 Segment 2: Trends Reshaping the Workforce Remote work, gig culture, digital tools, AI, and new expectations around freedom, purpose, and flexibility. 💡 Segment 3: Skills of the Future Digital literacy, emotional intelligence, personal branding, and entrepreneurial thinking—skills that set you apart. 📚 Segment 4: Resources & Strategies to Elevate Free and low-cost ways to upskill, build your brand, and thrive in this new era—plus how organizations can create spaces that support growth. Whether you're an employee, business owner, creator, or leader—this episode gives you real talk, practical gems, and mindset shifts for staying relevant and thriving in a changing world. 💭 “You won’t be replaced by AI—you’ll be replaced by someone who knows how to use it.” — 🎙 Hosted by @MyaLamis | New episodes weekly 🔗 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, and YouTube 📲 Follow for content on mindset, money, content creation & elevation #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #FutureOfWork #DigitalSkills #WorkforceTrends #EntrepreneurMindset #LevelUpYourLife #RemoteWorkLife #DigitalLiteracy #WorkplaceEvolution #SoftSkillsMatter #UpskillYourself #PurposeDrivenWork #MindsetShift #ElevateAndGrow…

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The Leap from Imperfection to Action: Overcoming Procrastination & Fear | Beyond Nrml Ep. 12 34:17

26 days ago34:17

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In Episode 12 of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re talking about something we all struggle with—waiting for the perfect moment to start. This episode is your reminder that progress beats perfection every single time. We break down why we procrastinate, what happens when we finally jump, and how to start—even when you're scared or not 100% ready. ✨ Episode Breakdown: 🌀 Segment 1: The Lure of the Perfect Moment Why we wait, delay, and overthink. How fear and perfectionism disguise themselves as "preparation." 💥 Segment 2: The Transformative Power of the Jump What really happens when you leap. Spoiler: You grow, stretch, and evolve faster than you ever could standing still. ✅ Segment 3: Practical Steps to Take That Leap Tips for getting started, failing forward, and taking messy but meaningful action. 💭 "You don’t need to be perfect—you just need to be in motion." This episode is for the dreamers stuck in their heads, the planners stuck in pause, and the believers who just need a little push. If you’re waiting for a sign— this is it. 🎧 — ✨ New episodes weekly! 🎙 Follow @MyaLamis on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube 🔗 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify, and YouTube #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #OvercomingProcrastination #LeapOfFaith #TakeTheLeap #FaithOverFear #FailForward #ProgressNotPerfection #ImperfectAction #HealingPodcast #MotivationForWomen #MindsetShift #AuthenticLiving #SelfGrowth #StartScared…

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The Art of Imperfection: Embracing Flaws in a Filtered World | Ep. 11 41:09

5 weeks ago41:09

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In Episode 11 of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re diving into the art of imperfection and how to break free from the pressure to be perfect in a world that thrives on filters and facades. This episode exposes the perfection paradox—why we chase flawlessness, how social media intensifies it, and what it’s costing us. If you’ve ever felt not good enough, held back your truth, or compared yourself to curated highlight reels… this one’s for you. ✨ What you’ll hear: Why perfectionism is a form of self-protection How social media feeds the illusion of "having it all together" The emotional & mental toll of performing perfection Why your flaws are your freedom Real tips on how to embrace imperfection and start living authentically 💭 “Perfection is the enemy of progress. Real is always more powerful than perfect.” 🎧 Tap in for your weekly reminder that you are enough—as you are. — Follow @MyaLamis on TikTok + Instagram New episodes every week on Beyond Nrml — available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and YouTube.…

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You Made It Through What Was Meant to Break You | Resilience, Grace & Becoming | Ep. 10 55:07

6 weeks ago55:07

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You made it. Not just to Episode 10—but through everything that was meant to break you. 💛 This episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis is about resilience, but not the kind that demands hustle, perfection, or pain. It's about the kind of resilience that’s quiet. Soft. Still standing when no one was watching. ✨ In this milestone episode: I reflect on the challenges I’ve faced behind the scenes What resilience actually looks like when you’re healing How becoming isn’t always pretty—but it’s always sacred The beauty of choosing grace over grind A reminder to the woman who feels tired: your growth is happening even when it doesn’t feel like it 🎧 Tap in and celebrate how far you’ve come. You didn’t just survive—you’re becoming. #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #Resilience #HealingPodcast #Becoming #GraceOverGrind #BlackWomenHealing #SoftLifeEra #MentalWellness #AuthenticLiving #HealingJourney #EmotionalGrowth #ElevateWithMya #MotivationalPodcast…

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Letting Go of Who They Told You to Be: Becoming the Real You | Ep. 9 48:12

7 weeks ago48:12

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Who would you be if you weren’t trying to be who they needed you to be? In this powerful episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we explore the layers of identity we carry—many of which were shaped by other people’s expectations, trauma, survival, or culture. But what happens when you start questioning those roles and finally reconnect with your real self? ✨ You’ll hear: How “performing” starts young and becomes a survival habit Signs you’re disconnected from your truth The grief, discomfort, and beauty of becoming your authentic self Practical steps to rediscover who you really are beyond what you were told to be You don’t owe anyone the old version of you. It’s time to become who you were always meant to be. 🎧 Tap in + subscribe for more real, raw, and healing conversations. #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #HealingPodcast #AuthenticLiving #LettingGo #BlackWomenHealing #BeYourself #Unlearning #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #HealingFromTrauma #IdentityShift #MindsetWork #ElevateWithMya…

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The Soft Life Isn’t Weak: Redefining Strength as a Black Woman | Ep. 8 41:03

8 weeks ago41:03

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In Episode 8 of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re breaking down what it truly means to embrace the soft life—and why that choice is anything but weak. As Black women, we’re often expected to be strong at all times. But real strength? That’s found in rest, boundaries, peace, and softness. In this episode, I talk about: How the “strong Black woman” trope keeps us in survival mode Why choosing softness is a radical act of healing What it looks like to create emotional safety in your everyday life My personal journey of unlearning hyper-independence It’s time to redefine what strength really looks like. This episode is your permission slip to rest, feel, and live gently. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly real talk, healing, and elevation. #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #SoftLife #StrongBlackWoman #HealingJourney #BlackWomenHealing #PodcastForWomen #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #EmotionalGrowth #RedefiningStrength #VulnerabilityIsStrength #ElevateWithMya…

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Unlearning Survival Mode: Choosing to Live, Not Just Exist | Ep. 7 37:50

9 weeks ago37:50

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In Episode 7 of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re talking about something so many of us silently struggle with: living in survival mode. You may be functioning, pushing through, even succeeding—but are you really living ? In this episode, I open up about my personal journey of recognizing survival habits, where they come from, and how I’ve started unlearning them to truly thrive. If you’ve ever felt like life has been all about surviving and not enough about enjoying, this episode is for you. ✨ Topics Covered: Signs you're stuck in survival mode How childhood, trauma, and pressure play a role The uncomfortable truth about slowing down What living intentionally actually looks like It’s time to stop glorifying grind culture and start choosing peace, joy, and rest. 🎧 Tap in, and let’s talk about how to elevate beyond normal—together. #BeyondNrml #MyaLamis #SurvivalMode #MentalHealth #HealingJourney #EmotionalGrowth #PodcastForWomen #BlackWomenHealing #Unlearning #LiveIntentionally #SelfAwareness #ElevateWithMya #MotivationalPodcast #HealingIsPossible #TherapyTalk…

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Ep 6: Accountability Is the Assignment | Parenting, Racism, Viral Moments & Relationships 36:24

10 weeks ago36:24

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Welcome back to Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis — Episode 6: “Accountability Is the Assignment”. In this raw and unfiltered episode, I dive deep into the importance of holding yourself accountable in every area of life—from parenting and relationships to how we show up in the world. I touch on viral topics like DDG’s altercation with a troll, Ayesha Howard and Anthony Edwards’ relationship, and the buzz around Carmelo Anthony and Austin Metcalf. We can’t talk about healing and elevation without addressing accountability—whether it’s how we parent, how we engage in relationships, or how we respond to racism and online negativity. If you're ready for an honest conversation that goes beyond the surface, press play and let’s grow together. 🎧 Subscribe, comment, and share your thoughts on this week's discussion. #BeyondNrmlPodcast #MyaLamis #AccountabilityTalk #ParentingAndGrowth #RacismAndResponsibility #DDGNews #AyeshaHoward #AnthonyEdwards #CarmeloAnthony #AustinMetcalf #RelationshipAccountability #MentalGrowth #HealingOutLoud #PodcastWithPurpose #BlackVoicesMatter…

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Disruption: When Your Light Triggers Their Darkness 22:26

11 weeks ago22:26

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I n this episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re talking disruption—not the kind that tears you down, but the kind that naturally happens when your positivity, growth, and light start shining a little too bright for people still living in their darkness. Your elevation might disrupt someone else's comfort zone. Your healing might remind them of what they haven’t faced. And guess what? That’s not your problem. In this raw and real conversation, I share how my own success and positive mindset have triggered others—and why you should never shrink or dim your light to make others feel comfortable. We also get into the very real struggles of depression and why staying true to yourself, even when it’s hard, is one of the greatest acts of self-love. ✨ This one’s for the disruptors. The changemakers. The ones who are choosing joy, even in pain.…

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Episode 4 – Working a 9-5: Is It the Only Way to Survive? 23:06

12 weeks ago23:06

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Episode 4 – Working a 9-5: Is It the Only Way to Survive? In this episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis , we’re getting real about the struggles of working a 9-5 that barely pays the bills. I open up about the harsh reality many of us face—low wages, high cost of living, and feeling stuck in a cycle that doesn’t serve us. I share a personal story about getting fired from my job, what it taught me, and how it pushed me toward exploring side hustles and financial freedom. If you’ve ever felt like there has to be more to life than just surviving, this episode is for you. Let’s break free from the norm and build something greater!…

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Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis Ep. 3 Money or Memories, which is more important? 25:25

13 weeks ago25:25

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In this episode we talk about the importance of memories. Sometimes we get lost in chasing money and forget to live life. What is more important to you creating memories or chasing money? When you are absent, how does that affect your family ?

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Beyond Nrml s.1 e.2- Breaking the Cycle: Childhood Trauma 23:54

14 weeks ago23:54

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In this episode of Beyond Nrml w/ Mya Lamis I open up about my journey of healing from childhood trauma. From navigating therapy to the turning point of getting arrested, I share the raw, unfiltered truth about breaking generational cycles and choosing growth.

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Beyond Nrml s.1 Ep.1- The Sunken place is REAL/ Mindset Change 17:04

15 weeks ago17:04