Welcome back to No Filter Femme, where we have real, unfiltered conversations about the lives of Black women over 40. In this episode, co-hosts Melia Arnett Archie and Kelli Mason take a deep dive into "Rebel Love" with a No Filter Flash Question edition. Through rapid-fire questions, they reflect on the lessons they’ve learned about love, evolving priorities, navigating intimacy, and redefining self-worth. Tune in to hear personal stories, humor, and thought-provoking insights that will empower you to embrace and redefine love on your terms.

Show Notes:

[00:00:00 - 00:03:30] Introduction to Rebel Love Edition

• Melia and Kelli welcome listeners, introducing today’s topic and explaining the No Filter Flash Question format.

[00:03:31 - 00:10:00] Lessons Learned in Love

• Both hosts reflect on how childhood and societal influences shaped their early views on love.

[00:10:01 - 00:15:00] Shifting Romantic Priorities

• Kelli shares how her priorities in relationships evolved from following traditional models to defining what works best for her.

[00:15:01 - 00:22:30] Navigating the Influence of Expectations

• Melia and Kelli explore how breaking free from external definitions has helped them find peace and fulfillment.

[00:22:31 - 00:30:00] Valuing Reciprocation in Friendships

• Kelli reflects on releasing friendships that no longer serve a mutual purpose, discussing the importance of reciprocal energy.

[00:30:01 - 00:36:30] Clearing Space for New Relationships

• The hosts discuss the emotional work of letting go and the peace that comes from freeing up “storage space” for new connections.

[00:36:31 - 00:45:00] The “Soft Girl” Era: What Does It Really Mean?

• Melia and Kelli discuss the nuances of the “Soft Girl” era and emphasize finding rest and ease in ways that feel genuine, debunking rigid ideas around what “softness” should look like.

[00:45:01 - 00:50:00] The Sandwich Years and Intimacy

• The hosts talk about the challenges of maintaining intimacy while balancing responsibilities to both parents and children.

[00:50:01 - 00:55:10] Embracing “I Don’t Know” Moments

• Kelli encourages listeners to sit with these moments of “not knowing,” reminding them that it’s okay to be in a place of discovery.

Thank you for joining us on this journey through love, intimacy, and self-discovery on No Filter Femme. We hope today's episode has inspired you to reflect on your own relationships and priorities, reminding you that it’s okay to define love on your terms. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with friends. Follow us on social media @nofilterfemme for more updates, and stay tuned for our next episode as we continue to have real, unfiltered conversations by Black women, for Black women.