The Single Chronicles

By Insomniac Writer

The Single Chronicles Podcast started out talking about the shenanigans of coping with being single. (1st season) Somewhere down the line, I somehow unearthed past/unhealed traumas and I am now in this place called, "Shadow work" doing this healing thing.
This is a therapeutic, venting (sometimes ranting) session that mitigates how hard it is to love yourself by dealing with past/preset traumas and avoiding future, toxic relationships while discovering the misconception that the perfect relationship or partner does not exist.

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Episode 12: Surviving as a Single Parent while Quarantined

The Single ChroniclesApr 10, 2020

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Episode 108: Toxic People & Judging others

I'm gonna tell everyone that this is the season finale. 😅
Also I wanted chat and vent about folks who refuse to find happiness within, blame others for their lack of happiness and the lack of accountability for such...
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Sep 15, 202324:29

Episode 107: Emotional Manipulation vs Accountability

Today's episode feels more like psych class but I had to talk about it. Emotionally manipulation happens to us all and often we are equally guilty of it. That being said, some claim to change or be accountable for their actions, and rightfully so but it is very seldom.
An emotionally Manipulative person can be a romantic partner, spouse, friend or relative. Regardless of their role in your life, their actions and mannerisms depict if they are accountable or manipulative as well as their reaction when you call them out.

How this relates to dating and being single, well in order to avoid these people... you have to be like Final Destination and follow the signs

Jul 10, 202335:42

Episode 106: Working on ME!

Sorry I took off and dipped without an explanation or goodbye. But I had to come back and tell you that I needed a break... we all do. But that's ok. Matter of fact the best thing you can do is focus on you! Be a little selfish and work on you. Find and discover your worth!

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Mar 13, 202348:06

Episode 100: Most listened-to episodes of The Single Chronicles Podcast

As I celebrate 100 streamed episodes, I wanted to chat about the top 10 episodes of this podcast and look back at the shenanigans of the show and how I started this whole thing in the first place. And as we celebrate, I wanted to also give y'all a token of my appreciation by blessing y'all with 25% off my merch store. So go on over to insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? and use promo code FLASH25 to save some pesos site wide.

Mar 06, 202337:22

Epidode 99: What is Toxic Validation?

So, what is toxic validation? This week I went live on my TikTok to record this week's episode and discuss why we go back and seek validation or feel voids from toxic people. I was inspired by a post referring to why we go back to toxic exes and people. It reminded me of that time why I was consoling a close friend through a break up all the while asking why I too kept going back to problematic and toxic people. There was no promo this week but feel free to again follow me on social media: TikTok, YouTube & Instagram

Feb 20, 202326:13

Episode 98: What About Your Friends

In the Season 4 opener, we chat about friendships. Why and how we choose them is just as important as choosing a romantic partner.
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Feb 13, 202332:50

Episode 97: I Must Confess (bonus episode)

On this bonus episode, I placed myself in the accountability corner.

Dec 19, 202227:22

Episode 96: Learning to Read the Room

You ever wonder if some folks will ever catch a clue? Like how is it that they can't figure out that you either don't like them in the same way they do or that you want more? That last part especially, like hello!!! Either way... Reading signals can be tough. The ultimate catch 22 or something 😭. Tune in for this season 3 finale.

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Dec 12, 202232:29

Episode 95: The Date Was Going Well Until... (Dating Horror Stories Anthology)

This week's episode is inspired by my Instagram fam, who commented on some of their dates that were going well until...
Some of these were downright hilarious.
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Dec 05, 202248:30

Episode 94: Can we normalize shipping female black leads as love interests?

After seeing Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, I got to thinking how lead black actresses are never the love interest or "shipped" with anyone. It's like we have a certain role to play as the sassy, independent, strong character, whose only purpose is to be the savior. While I know Shuri's character was literally written to be this way but even in other films, black women are rarely the love interest. Just watch any rom-com not targeted towards the black or urban community. HaHa

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Nov 21, 202238:08

Episode 93: Why Can't We Prioritize our Health for Ourselves

So this week's episode is inspired by a tiktok video of a guy complaining about why women lose weight... As if we don't already suffer from body image issues. I've noticed that so many of my clients have come to me to lose weight but it's because they want to feel better not because a guy feels we should. Since I didn't have a business to spotlight, I wanted to take this chance to ask you all to vote for me in the Fab Over 40 contest and support The Breast Cancer Foundation. Please visit votefab40.com/2022/rose-lewis and submit a free vote (must verify yourself with your Facebook account or a credit/debit card.) You can also make a tax deductible donation to this organization via this link and each dollar will count as a vote. It's appreciated and for a good cause. 👍🏽 Also be sure to check out my merch store. Visit: insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? and get an early black Friday preview discount by using promo code: EARLYBIRD

Nov 07, 202245:53

Episode 92: The Bare Minimum in Dating (A Dating Horror Story)

After a much-needed break The Single Chronicles returns with a little dating horror story. Even though my little encounter barely would count as such. But it got me to thinking how we not only give the bare minimum to others but have lowered our expectations to accept them.

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Oct 24, 202233:20

Episode 91: My thoughts on the Ime Udoka's affair & Nia Long getting through it.

This week I was asked about my thoughts on the Nia Long ans Ime Udoka situation. And as a person who's been cheated on and been unfaithful, I had a lot to say. That being said, I hope that Nia heals. Be sure to check out this week's business spotlight, Turning Points 4 Children, they are not only the biz of the week but my charity for my costume birthday ball this year. To purchase tickets, visit: https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/PDDWC9/workshops or donate via the fundraiser on my Facebook & Instagram pages. You can also visit them online at https://turningpointsforchildren.phmc.org/

Sep 26, 202234:59

Episode 90: Dating Horror Stories (another Tinder Tale of terror)

Just when I thought, ok maybe dating apps aren't that bad... I check my inbox and see another reason why I'm glad I avoided them all by now. Be sure to check out this week's business of the week: Love Yourself Wellness Shoppe & save $5 on all herbal teas. They are 100% organic and non-gmo. Love Yourself And Put The Good Stuff In by heading on over to https://loveyourselfshoppe.company.site/ to shop teas and much more. Don't forget to follow on Instagram @loveyourselfshoppe

Sep 19, 202231:11

Episode 89: Try Reflecting! Stop Deflecting & Projecting

Ever wonder why your relationships and endeavors fail about the same time? I mean these things usually end about 1 year or 2 or 3 no matter how much you try to make it work! It's as if a roadblock puts you back on a hamster wheel bringing you back to where you started. This week's episode, I decided to talk about reflection instead of deflection & how it led to my healing path as well as where it has brought me. I got a long way to go. Be sure to check out my merch store because I have a sale going on. Visit https://insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? and use promo code FLASH25 to save 25% site wide.

Sep 12, 202255:02

Episode 88: Aries Spears, Lizzo and the Body Positivity Police

So comedian Aries Spears decided to take jabs at Lizzo when asked about her music. The often controversial comedian has since been getting a lot of flack as a result. Lizzo on the hand did not directly address Spears with a comment but did clapback after winning a VMA. While I hate the bullying that Lizzo has received, I also have to call out the hypocrisy of the body positivity movement too! So while this episode is not directly tied to being single. There is a lot to unpack.

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Sep 05, 202254:35

Episode 87: Y'all really mad (The Rise of Lonely Single Men)

This week's episode is about an article I read on Psychology Today, entitled, The Rise of Single, Lonely Men. Now as I would expect, the article gained some attention after it trended on TikTok and Twitter. Needless to say, the viral exposure ruffled the feathers of various men, especially the more misogynistic fan types of Kevin Samuels and Andrew Tate. Despite my thoughts in this episode and reading the article, I honestly didn't find one disparaging thing about men. It simply pointed out that most women want more emotionally available, communicative men. As to why that pissed off the fellas... who knows?! I guess telling the person you're into how you feel and in turn caring how they feel was a strike against their masculinity?

To see what the fuss is about, read the article in full at: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-state-our-unions/202208/the-rise-lonely-single-men

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Aug 29, 202252:11

Episode 86: I Did A Stupid Thing & Ignored My Own Red Flag

After a much-needed break, this week The Single Chronicles returns with a bit of a confession... from yours truly. I often talk about accountability and owning up to the roles we play in relationships or situationships. Well I would be a hypocrite if I didn't practice as I preach. So here it is! I spent some of my break engulfed in a bit of an online situationship that I not only knew better to do in the first place but actively continued to participate in. Now the person, who I kept anonymous played their part as well... and I guess had me fooled a bit. Not because they were cunning but because I refused to follow my own cardinal rule.

But that's the beauty of The Single Chronicles, it never paints this picture of me being perfect. So how can I teach you without 1st learning from myself.

Strap in guys...

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Aug 08, 202239:55

Episode 85: My Mother Envies & Hates Me? (Ask an Insomniac)

This week's episode was a question I received from a young listener who wanted help regarding her parents, her mother has pushed her to the brink of suicide and her father is out of the picture. I speak on healing constantly as well as telling parents to heal but this episode is dedicated to the kids of toxic people.

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Jun 20, 202242:03

Episode 84: Sex for A Dinner Date? Seriously?

So a video that went viral on TikTok of a couple on a date at Applebee's where the guy proceeded to make her pay for her own meal because she refused to sleep with him. Now I understand that now that this video was a skit for likes and attention and also some women use guys to get free meals and gifts. However, this type of behavior is just petty. Be sure to check out this week's business spotlight, Karibbean Kraze. Check the Instagram page instagram.com/karibbeankraze?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Jun 13, 202234:32

Episode 83: Dating Horror Stories (Bumble Date Gone Wrong)

This week's episode tells the take of a young woman who after going on a date with someone she met in Bumble went horribly wrong. It was so scary, her safety was in jeopardy. Be sure to check out this week's business spotlight of the week. Also, check out exclusive Gay Pride merch in my online store as well as LGBTQIA+ Single Chronicles merch. insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com. Proceeds from these purchases will go to support the Trevor Project. To donate, visit: www.thetrevorproject.org/

Jun 06, 202245:29

Episode 82: The Problem with Independent Women

This week I discuss why being an independent woman is problematic. Make sure you check out my Merch Storehttps://insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com and use promo code: FLASH25 or CYBER25

May 30, 202239:57

Episode 81: Single Mothers vs. Baby-mamas, Kevin Samuels & Roe V. Wade

So, this week on The Single Chronicles we discuss baby mamas briefly as well as one of Kevin Samuels' last live streams before his passing and the ever-controversial Roe V. Wade. Now this is just part one of these topics since the weeks prior as I was on a minibreak. That being said, so much has happened that I will be discussing it all again in greater detail.
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May 23, 202239:14

Episode 80: The Blame and Shame Game

This week I discuss the problem of blaming women for being with crappy partners. Why is it that we never old men to the same type of standards we hold women? If we choose bad partners, we seem to lack accountability or we're somehow to blame for the way we're treated! Doesn't seem fair at all. Be sure to check out this week's sponsor: Little Ones of Wisdom & Musical Academy, LLC. This 24-hour daycare is available in 2 locations in Philly, 6907 Rising Sun Ave & 5904 Old York Road. Visit them on the web at https://www.littleoneswisdommusicalacademy.com/ or call 267-602-7358. Open House May 21st from 12pm to 6pm. Don't forget to grab you some cool merch at https://insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/

May 02, 202244:15

Episode 79: The F**ktivity of The Friend Zone

This week's episode, I want to talk about the dreaded friend zone and why it sucks but not in the way you would think. Would you rather be friends with the person you love and love them for simply being your friend or risk losing them because you felt entitled to more.
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Apr 25, 202234:52

Episode 78: Saying No is Self-care

This week we talked about saying no and why it's both the hardest thing to say yet the most selfless.
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Apr 11, 202238:06

Episode 77: The Dating Horror Story That Almost Happened 😱

So recently I was asked out on a date by some random guy. It felt like the strangest form of fishing that sparked my paranoia behind dating. And then I saw the movie Fresh on Hulu...
It solidified my worst fear...
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Apr 04, 202237:09

Episode 76: How Do I Get My Daughter to Forgive Me (confession)

So, this week's episode comes by way of a confession from a mother who slept with her daughter's boyfriend. Check out this week's sponsor Raven's Eats who can be found on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ravens_eats/
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Mar 28, 202234:58

Episode 75: Get Your Priorities Together 🤔

Some of my fellow singles are worried about the wrong things. If your financial, emotional, mental & physical fitness is disarray, I'm sorry the last thing you need to be worrying about a relationship! Get your house in order before you concern yourself with filling it with someone? Yeah... we gotta do better! Be sure to check out my website, www.drunkeninsomniacwriter.com for more goodies. Also, if you would like to advertise on this podcast? Send business information to rslewis@drunkeninsomniacwriter.com

Mar 21, 202238:54

Episode 74: Ghosted 👻😱

A few years ago, I did a video on YouTube about ghosting and it got me to thinking about those that do it and why? I mean we always talk about how crappy it feels to be ghosted but we rarely talk about why it really happens. It goes beyond being simply uninterested. Ghosting isn't always the act of cowardice. I mean at its core, ghosting is potentially a trauma response and the avoidance of emotional unavailability in others even though the ghosted are emotionally stable. Recently a friend brought to my attention that I had ghosted him on several occasions. But if that wasn't bad enough, I got to thinking about the potential partners I had in the past and how I skated off in fear of the unknown. Only to end up with the worse possible jerks afterwards.
Check out episode 9 of the debut season of The Single Chronicles here at youtu.be/BbjRO9IXl70
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Mar 14, 202233:04

Episode 73: Is it ok to date my ex's cousin?

**Spoiler Alert**

This week's episode is inspired by episode 6 of Bel-Air, The Strength to Smile. So if you haven't watched it, you've been warned. The main character, Will Smith, is smitten with his cousin's ex, Lisa. While his feelings for her were obvious from day 1, he stayed away as Carlton made it clear he wanted her back despite being the reason they broke up in the first place.

My question is: Is it ok to date the ex of your cousin, sibling, or friend? Are they off limits? Is it better if all parties have moved on? Has society moved passed this unwritten code of loyalty?

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Mar 07, 202241:27

Episode 72: My Ex Won't Stop Trash-talking About Me

This week's episode comes from a close friend whose story is all too often heard. Following a breakup, this poor fellow must not only endure the embittered gossiping about him from his ex but her badmouthing him to their son... not to mention anyone else who'll listen.
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Feb 28, 202241:56

Episode 71: Dating Horror Story Confessions (Doing the Doo 💩)

This week's episode is probably one of the most embarrassing stories I've heard! Nothing worse than having to do the do while on a date or worse... during a session of Netflix and Chill! Be sure to check out this week's sponsor and the flash sale for my merch store at insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? And use promo code: Flash25

Feb 21, 202228:10

Episode 70: Is Sex on The 1st Date ok?

It's Valentine's Day and I picked one of the confessions that best fit the occasion. This week's topic comes by way of Instagram. A fellow stated that he not only prefers but expects sex on the 1st date. Little did he know that this week's show contained a confession of my own. Be sure to check out this week's sponsor, Love Yourself Wellness Shoppe. Visit the website, https://loveyourselfshoppe.company.site/ or check my little store on Instagram @loveyourselfshoppe Featuring Love Potion for Him & Her, in honor of the holiday. Save on shipping by using promo code: SHIP4FREE. Also check out my merch store https://insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? where you can also save on shipping using the same promo code: SHIP4FREE

Feb 14, 202238:43

Episode 69: I slept with my ex's mom (Dating Horror Stories Confessions)

**Correction to that vendor. The website: www.bedroombandits.com/ Season 3 opens with a doozy of a confession, which oddly isn't new to me these days. I know they say that revenge is a dish best served cold but damn, sleeping with your ex's mama? Is it really that deep to do this or are people that petty?
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Feb 07, 202229:02

Episode 68: Do You Feed Negativity or Positivity?

On this bonus episode of season 2, I discuss how we feed negativity in our lives via gossip drama. We often take that negative energy into new relationships. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel at youtube.com/c/InsomniacWriter And also shop the sponsor at loveyourselfshoppe.company.site/

Jan 03, 202234:01

Episode 67: Do You Date Up or Down

On the season finale, we're discussing hypogamy (dating down) versus hypergamy (dating up) and the differences between the two. I will be returning to this topic since I feel I merely scratched the surface. Be sure to follow my YouTube channel because The Single Chronicles returns February 2022 but on YouTube. youtube.com/c/InsomniacWriter Also don't forget to follow me on Instagram @insomniacwriter

Dec 27, 202140:31

Season 3 teaser

Season 3 airs 2022

Dec 23, 202100:57

Episode 66: Dating Horror Stories (Holiday Dinner Edition)

They're back. This week, I have a frightening take of food, family, while dating! What's worse than going on a horrible date? Having a horrible date at your folks' house during the holidays. Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/insomniacwriter

Dec 20, 202135:37

Episode 65: Ladies We Gotta Do Better

This week I discuss some of the hypocrisies and traumas facing us women today, especially when choosing between being a modern woman and a traditional lady.

Dec 06, 202145:00

Episode 64: WTF?! 🤬

I'm not a femi-nazi. I don't hate men but y'all be tripping! What in the entire heck happened last week? I cannot be the only one who sat up here and peeped the f-tivity??

Nov 22, 202145:04

Episode 63: Let's Talk About Sex

This week I discussed Jada's Red Table Talk and the topic of female sexuality as well as male fragility.

Nov 15, 202140:03

Episode 62: Do You Boo Boo and Love Yourself

This week I talk about why I love myself and why it is not only selfless but a crucial to self recovery. The Love Yourself mantra actually helped me discover another internalized coping mechanism... Hyper busy syndrome also know as a hyped busy trauma response. Don't forget to shop my merch store and use promo code: SHIP4FREE at insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/? and for my fitness folks head on over www.zumba.com/en-US/shop/US and use promo code: Rose123

Nov 09, 202143:15

Episode 61: Cuffing Season

You know what time of year it is. The weather has gotten cooler, the leaves are have changed color. Shorts and tanks have made way for grey sweatpants and hoodies. That's right it's officially... Cuffing Season! And of course Pumpkin spice lattes. Check out the merch store and save with promo code: SHIP4FREE 👉 insomniacwritermerch.creator-spring.com/?

Nov 01, 202133:48

Episode 60: Dating Horror Stories 😱🎃 (part 2)

So we have some more dating horror stories and our tales of spookiness revolves around the world of online dating. Doesn't matter the site... There are some scary folks out here.

Oct 25, 202140:17