Call Her Daddy Janelle Monáe: We Should Thank Our Exes (FBF)
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Dec 27, 2024 Janelle Monáe, a multi-talented artist known for her unique style and advocacy for social justice, opens up about her personal journey and the concept of 'the age of pleasure.' She discusses the importance of thanking exes for the lessons learned from past relationships. Monáe shares insights on navigating love, particularly in polyamorous settings, and delves into her experience with social media boundaries in romantic connections. She also reflects on how her past traumas have shaped her creative process for her new album, emphasizing self-acceptance and empowerment.
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Forgiving Father
- Janelle Monáe's father struggled with addiction, impacting their relationship.
- Forgiving him helped her heal from rejection and abandonment trauma.
Reflecting on Trauma
- Reflect on childhood trauma and how parental actions influenced you.
- Acknowledge that two things can be true: parents may not intend harm, but their actions still affect us.
Thanking an Ex
- Monáe's abandonment trauma affected her relationships, creating trust issues and intense breakups.
- After therapy, she thanked an ex for forcing her to confront and heal this trauma.
