Because Life

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Though Sydel Curry-Lee became known in the digital space for entrepreneurship, athleticism, and tastemaking in the beauty community, her mission online has always been to surface the topic of mental health to the forefront of conversation. Having struggled with her own mental health for several years, Sydel aims to de-stigmatize the discussion around mental health and offer first hand advice on how we can all discuss the subject better as well as things we can do to improve our mental health. BECAUSE LIFE centers around an open and honest discussion amongst Sydel, a mental health professional, and listener input regarding topics ranging from confronting anxieties to being a supportive ally when someone close to you is struggling with their mental health. This podcast also shines a light on the under-discussed topic of mental health within the BIPOC community and how that brings with it its own set of unique struggles.

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  • Jjjeeeessssas
    Speechless
    Thank you for taking the time to share your postpartum journey. Through the highs and the lows. Im a new mother as well, had my baby 2 days after you so just hearing how it's REALLY going makes me feel normal and not like I'm failing. Thank you for adding light to the hour to hour comment. Never thought of it that way but I can see how it helps. Be kind to yourself, thanks for sharing ❤️.
  • Blessing94
    Beautiful
    Thank you for sharing your heart I have listened to you before and I really enjoy your thoughts on mental health issues I also appreciate you for breaking down the stigma around mental health.
  • $@"&)//549(8!;$
    Post- Partum Journey
    I really appreciate how real you are and just speaking how you truly feel. Like when you said dang I have to get up and do this all over again. It’s funny but it’s real. I’m pretty sure many moms feel the same way but just don’t want to say it because they’re worried about backlash. Thank you for being honest! And you can do it girl! You are going to be okay!
  • BTW Will
    Thank you for this space!!
    I travel for work all the time now and it leaves me without a consistent confidant daily. This space allows me to feel like I’m talking to my best girlfriend. I truly enjoy listening to your podcast, relating to real life issues, and taking these conversations further into the world… because life!! Thank you!
  • CuzzoBuzzoLS
    AMAZING!!!
    All of the episodes that I have listened to have been so helpful. I love how authentic Sydel is and how she lets others know that it’s OKAY to not be okay. It’s okay to need/want help. I look forward to listening to the upcoming episodes!
  • Decadent Diva
    RHOP
    Loved this episode with RHOP, such a fan of the show 🌸
  • Kimmi Denise
    Great episode w/Ayesha!
    My friend is currently pregnant, her first time and I’m going to share this with her. I think the openness of this conversation was great, with all the ups and downs and honesty throughout it all, especially being that people think celebrities don’t go through “things like this!” This talk also gave me tips on how I can help my bestie who also has a soon to be one year old and how I can continue to show her support! 😁
  • SumlynnG
    Wellness Wednesdays just got better
    I can’t say enough good things about this show. A place where I can get advice for my own mental health journey, relate to stories shared, get the wellness tea from Sydel and, unlike other shows, I love how there are real, every day people who come on this show. Thank you Sydel!!! Can’t wait for next Wednesday :)
  • heyy.anna
    Audio is horrible
    Wanted to love this but I could barely here anything. I started with the first episode and the sound was very distorted I could hardly hear what anyone was saying. Also the execution of the episode I listened to wasn’t that good, it was hard to follow at the beginning. Hopefully it gets better with time but unfortunately now it just isn’t that good!
  • Amy Mo.
    Episode 4
    Thank you for this episode! I shared a similar journey. IVF is an overwhelming process, and you shared your feelings in such a transparent, raw way.
  • jessicacabell
    Very relatable
    Wow, Lexie’s story was so relatable, I went thru something similar. thank you for sharing. I love how real you are Sydel. Such a good podcast!
  • Tee Batiste
    Super Star
    Thank you for sharing so much ! This lady is the real super star of the family !
  • Khes jay
    Helpful
    I love the relearning myself episode! Very very helpful. Thank you for sharing your story 💖
  • MissNay7
    The best show, Thank you Sydel
    I have been struggling with anxiety and depression since the beginning of the year. Mix emotions, work and life in general. This podcast has allowed me to open up to my partner and close handful of friends about my issues and they make me understand i am not alone. Life will get better, but thank you for this amazing podcast.
  • The Grash!
    I am Deserving!
    Excellent conversation! I especially loved the advice regarding self-care.... choose things that poor into your soul rather than drains you, or sabotages you, or allows you to avoid dealing with issues. POWERFUL!
  • Jodea💛
    Love this!
    Truly love everything this show represents!!
  • walter257
    Sydel is amazing
    Sydel did that with her podcast!! So vulnerable. So real. I’m so proud of her. This is going to do so much for the Black Community! -cd
  • Bria Yates
    Go Girl!
    I started following Sydel on YouTube and she has been such an inspiration. We are both from North Carolina and around the same age, so it has been encouraging for me to see someone my age navigating a space typically occupied by folks with these big titles. She has inspired me to become a content creator for my own passions. Congratulations on this new chapter in your life. I look forward to tuning in every Wednesday!
  • Sellisa30
    So honest & Real
    Thank you Sydel for doing this podcast and speaking about issues that a lot of us deal with everyday but are scared to talk to someone about.. Fantastic episode keep em coming..
  • Angiex95
    Thank You Sydel!!!
    Thank you so much for starting this podcast! Honestly you help so much people especially myself. Just listening to your podcast makes me feel relived and feel better. Keep doing you, your doing great!!! From Angelica - New York
  • stephdaily
    HERE FOR THIS!!!
    I am so here for this! Already was a huge fan of Sydel via Instagram and YouTube. So proud she will be using another platform to tackle the mental health stigmas. These topics are already so relatable and I can’t wait to see what else she puts together!! Not everyone has access to a community of people that support mental health treatment, and I believe this will be such a safe place for people to come, educate, and validate these realities.
  • Mbain1
    Mbain1
    You had me from the first minute till the last. Authentic and moving. Thank you!!
  • summer🌻💛
    Inspirational
    This podcast is well needed! Thanks you for making this! Congratulations on this journey ✨
  • McCarthycj
    Sydel is the coolest!
    So excited about this show!! Dear Media continues to have the coolest podcast hosts. Huge fan of Sydel and cannot wait to listen to the conversations on Because Life!
  • rtml4
    Great launch!
    Thanks for being so open and putting yourself out there! I really liked the usage of the term “safe space”! Looking forward to future episodes!
  • knighton_holly
    8 minutes in and already love the realness!
    8 minutes in and I already love how real and open she is. When everything on the outside looks like your world should be nothing but blessings it’s so hard to get people to understand how you can possibly have anxiety and depression! I love that she addresses this! Thank you Sydel for sharing your passion! I can’t wait to dive into this!
  • Username was taken@cheeseballs
    The Courtesy Flush
    sydell! great podcast @notarmanzaidi @thecourtesyflushpodcast
  • RyRy-3001
    Excited!
    Super Excited for you Sydel! -Mariah :)
  • Shopster902
    So Excited!
    I started out following Sydel on YouTube, then IG, and now her podcast. I’m so excited for this new journey. I admire everything about Sydel; she’s so real, relatable, gorgeous. The topics discussed are needed for our community. Can’t wait to listen!
  • Pmp87
    Love Sydel
    Love following Sydel on IG and so excited for what this podcast is going to be.
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