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Welcome back to another episode of Level Up With Lu.On this week's episode, Lu is joined with Fisayo who shares her internship journey, figuring out what to study at university and dealing with rejection as a young person."Perseverance is the biggest determination of success." - Fisayo Oni. Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Habits are responsible for most of what we do on a daily basis. They are the foundation of success. Our brain becomes so efficient that we don't have to use energy to think about every single thing we do.  On this episode, Lu shares habits that prevent us from achieving our goals."You'll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine." - John C. Maxwell. TOPICS:  - Why your daily habits are important  - 5 habits that hinder your progress  - How to develop better habits Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Welcome back to another episode of Level Up With Lu. This week, Lu is joined with Huldah (aspiring MUA, hair stylist and lash tech) for a chat about beauty, hair, businesses and influencers. Listen for an insight into what it's like working in the beauty industry and a discussion on the influencer pay gap, supporting black businesses and blackfishing.  TOPICS:  - Working in the beauty and hair industry  - Challenges in starting your own business  - Is Blackfishing problematic?   -  The Influencer Pay Gap   - Why is it important to support black businesses?  Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.comHuldah's instagram: @coco.maameHuldah's beauty business page: @belle.boxxFor more information about the #ENDSARS movement follow @feminist.co

This week's episode is centred around whether self-help ideas align with faith. The gospel teaches that we should put God first in all we do and ourselves last. Self-help teaches that you are the author of your own life and you need to put yourself first.  However, focusing on yourself too much can lead to idolatry. Lu is joined with Hazel as they discuss these topics and how they remain focused on what is eternal.  The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing; But the soul of the diligent shall be made rich. - Proverbs 13: 3-5TOPICS:  - Can faith and self-help coexist? - Is our generation too self-obsessed in the quest for perfection? - How do you avoid developing an unhealthy self-fixation as a Christian?  - How do you maintain your relationship with God whilst working on personal development? - Bible verses which motivate us in our personal development journey Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.comHazel's blog instagram: @memoirsdaily 

There's so much pressure in society to perform, be productive and effective. We believe every moment of the day must be spent working towards our goals. Taking time off to do nothing is seen as lazy.  We are taught that once we achieve a goal, it's onto the next. Taught to strive for things which don't really matter in the end. Team No Sleep, Everyday I'm Hustlin', Grind 24/7...The problem with this mindset is that it lacks balance. Rest, reflection and contentment are equally as important as achieving your goals. Ultimately, it's not about the goal, it's about the journey to the goal.  Listen to  hear Lu and Hazel's thoughts on how we can learn to be more content and enjoy life in the present. "Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realise nothing is lacking, the whole word belongs to you." - Lao Tzu. TOPICS:  - The problem with constantly striving and running after happiness  - The beauty of contentment and why it's important   -  First world struggles   - How can we learn t

In the third and final instalment of the relationship mini-series, Lu is joined by her childhood friend Kemi. We discuss love languages, attachment styles and how these have affected adult relationships. The way you show someone love may not necessarily be how they wish to receive it. You need to know your partner and know what they value. Listen to our past experiences and how upbringing has shaped us into the people we are today."Sometimes you love someone in a language they don't understand." -  Unknown TOPICS:⁣  - Love languages explained  -  How love languages display in relationships - How to understand and meet your partner's needs more - How your upbringing and relationship with your parents shapes you  - Attachment styles  and their effect on adult relationships Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Episode 30 continues where we left off in the relationship mini-series. In the last episode we talked about finding the right person on the search for love. But how do you know when you're ready to date again? Tune in to the latest episode where Lu, Patrick and Tobi explore preparation for dating, past relationships, dealing with baggage, healing and much more.  "Everyone comes with baggage, find someone who loves you enough to help you unpack." - UnknownTOPICS:⁣- How do you know when you're ready to date?- Ghosts of relationships past: dealing with baggage, healing and moving on-  Transitioning from a romantic to a platonic relationship  with an ex- Bad dating habits/patterns to break- CRB checks and approaching a potential bae ⁣⁣ Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.comPatrick's instagram: @gout.parfait

Despite all the progress made, women's rights are still infringed on today. Women and girls are suffering from the effects of a world which sees them as second class citizens. Even in western countries, women are oppressed through misogyny, rape culture and gendered violence. In this episode, Lu interviews Hersana director Christabel on issues which affect women and the work that needs to be done to make society more equal.   "We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back." - Malala Yousafzai TOPICS:⁣- Feminism defined and its role in today's society.- Misogyny + rape culture: How this enables sexual violence-  The importance of consent ⁣⁣- How can a survivor share their sexual ⁣violence experience?⁣⁣- Justice for Uwa, Breonna, Tina  + Shukri⁣⁣- Domestic violence and the lockdown⁣- HERSANA charity HERSANA: https://www.hersana.org/Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

In order to progress, we need to understand history and how it plays a role in the events we see today. British Black history is often omitted or taught under the umbrella of colonialism and slavery. However, this makes up a small percentage of the journey of black people in the UK. Not enough light is shed on the positive contributions black people have made and how ingrained we are in British history. Over the pond, black people are being oppressed through the very system that promises to 'serve and protect'.  We can no longer sit back and watch this happen. We need to Educate, Participate and Activate if we are to see change in our society. “If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.”— Desmond Tutu  TOPICS:⁣- What does it feel like to  be black in this society?⁣- George Floyd, Amy Cooper + Police Brutality- Black Lives Matter + Protests- Black History + The Education System- Racism in UK vs USA- Microaggressions- Brands + Cooperations + Pull Up or Shut Up⁣- Ac

Finding Mr/Miss Right today can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. Knowing the ingredients to a healthy and stable relationship can make the search a lot easier. Compromise can be an act of love, showing your partner you are willing to do things to sustain and strengthen your relationship. Listen to hear what Lu has to say about picking a life partner, compromise in a relationship and dealing with love on lockdown.  "The most empowering relationships are those in which each partner lifts the other to a higher possession of their own being"  - Pierre Teilhard de Chardin.  TOPICS: - No Refund Nation - The recipe for choosing a life partner  - Healthy  compromises to make in a relationship - Love on Lockdown: How to keep the spark alive with bae during quarantine  Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

The best investment you can make is in yourself. It communicates to yourself and the world that you recognise how much value and potential you have, that you make a conscious effort to invest in yourself. Self-investment gives you the greatest return on investment ratio. It requires commitment and consistency. On this week's episode, get to know Lu in a laidback Q&A sesh and learn all about self investment.⁣⁣ "A healthy you is the best gift you can give yourself and those you do life with." - Joyce Meyer.  TOPICS: - Mini Q&A session - Too Hot To Handle (3:00 - 10:05) - Thoughts on the UK government's method of tackling the pandemic. - Benefits of self investment - How to nurture your body and mind - Importance of life long learning -  Getting to know yourself as a person.  Instagram: @levelupwithlu⁣⁣Get in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Life is stressful right now. Take a deep breath, grab a cuppa and sit down with Lu. In this episode she shares the real truth about the pandemic,  how to stay sane during this crisis and what we can learn from this situation.  "It's all about finding the calm in the chaos." TOPICS: - The effects of COVID-19 on the Earth - The effects of COVID-19 on the NHS - The effects of COVID-19 on day to day life - What you can do to help during this time - How to stay sane in quarantine - Things we can learn from this pandemic. Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Welcome back guys! Lu catches us up on what she's been up to this year. She also discusses how to cope during hard times and what she has learned from all the crazy things so far in 2020.  "Sometimes painful endings bring the best new beginnings." ― Shae Ross. TOPICS: - 2020 Chit Chat - How to cope when things go wrong - Message of encouragement for people feeling down. Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.comSamaritans: 116 123

In this Christmas special, Lu and Wunmi play some games, reminisce on Christmas memories and bring you some cheerful Christmas spirit.  Merry Christmas to you! Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

In this episode, Lu examines British professional boxer, Anthony Joshua's victory comeback fight and key lessons we can all learn from him.  "Never let success get to your head and failure get to to your heart." - Ziad K. Abdelnour Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

Does every person have a purpose on Earth? Join Lu and Andje as they discuss finding purpose, pursuing things outside of the norm and complications with loved ones in supporting your dreams and passions. Also, Andje shares her journey with music and gives us a teaser for her new EP. "The purpose of life is a life of purpose." - Robert Bryne. Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

True and valuable wisdom lies in accepting what is, letting go of what was and having faith in what could be. Change can be difficult but is imperative to personal growth. Whether it be starting a new job, relocating, losing a loved one, the birth of a child, a new relationship blossoming. Not everything currently in your life is meant to stay. Holding onto pain does not fix anything, it actually prevents you from reaching your goals. It’s better to accept the things you cannot change and stop wishing for what could be. Letting go takes work. It takes deciding what you need to change in your life and taking action.  TOPICS: - How to let go of the past - Benefits of letting go  - Experiences of change and why change is good - 4 steps to embracing change  “Holding on is believing that there’s only a past; letting go is knowing that there’s a future.” - Daphne Rose Kingma Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

It's Lu's Birthday! Pop a party popper,  have some cake and raise a cheer.Birthdays are often a time of reflection and time to set goals for the next year.In this episode she reflects on the past year and the 12 important lessons she learnt.  Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

There is a notion in society that your worth is based on how much you put other people's wants and needs before yours. Self-care is very cruicial for well-being. You don't call your phone selfish for being on low battery, you just charge it. Yet selfish is what we call ourselves when we need to recharge. When you care for yourself you're able to pour into others and be the best you can be. Lu discusses the importance of putting yourself first.  "Self-care is a priority and necessity, not a luxury." TOPICS: - Is self-care selfish? - Benefits of self-care - Society's perception on selfishness - How to deal with burnout. Instagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com

The second round of battle continues with Lu, Dominic, Hazel and Roman. Topic areas include the concept of 'The One', compatibility, unrealistic relationship expectations, Bad Boys vs Nice Guys and much more.Who will have the final say? Listen to find out. TOPICS: - Does 'The One' exist? - Why don't guys hold their friends accountable? - Why do girls have unrealistic relationship expectations? - Why do girls entertain guys for the chase? - Why do guys withdraw during arguments? Book Recommendation: Manhood Restored: How the Gospel Makes Men Whole - Eric MasonInstagram: @levelupwithluGet in touch: levelupwithlu@gmail.com