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Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
Real thoughts and real conversations about navigating adulthood, healing, self-care & wellness, spirituality, entrepreneurship & life as a dancer. Dive into deep conversations with Marissa as she shares personal experiences and life lessons life with passion, purpose, and grace. Listen and engage in conversations that she has with other purpose-driven creatives who are also passionate about life & transformation. If you’re ready to go beyond the surface then sit down, relax, and let's get real.
Episodes
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
180: maybe the final stage of healing is being a b*tch
In this solo episode, Marissa gets real about having courage and audacity, speaking up for yourself as a woman, and being grounded in your beliefs. She also…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
179: the reality of being a woman leader, protecting Caribbean and Afro culture from appropriation, and building a dance brand from scratch as a Black woman w/ Simone Sobers
Let's dive deeper into the topic of cultural appropriation within the dance world. Marissa gets REAL with founder and creator of Boss Chick Dance Workout…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
178: the wild west of the dance fitness industry: ripping off Black culture, art, and designs w/ Morgan Rae
The conversation of toxic dance fitness leadership continues in this VERY REAL episode with artist, dance fitness professional, and former TU instructor…
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177: what if the hack to life was in a flower? exploring flower essences & emotional well-being w/ Katrina Martinez
We've all heard of essential oils, but did you know that flower essences can provide a deeper layer of healing and over wellbeing? In this episode Marissa…
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ASTRO TALK: watch me read a birth chart in real time: astrology basics, purpose and life themes w/ Samantha
Ever wondered what your birth chart placements actually mean? Or what it means to be a "Gemini Sun" or "Sagittarius Rising"? As astrology, horoscope readings…
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176: the power of speaking up, having discernment, and saying NO to toxic leadership w/ Samantha
In this episode, Marissa gets REAL with fellow dance fitness professional, former TU instructor and event curator, Samantha, to chat about the recent reckoning…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
175: women ain't sh*t either sometimes: calling out bullies, narcissists and fake women empowerment in the dance and fitness industry
As a feminist, I hate to say it but, women can be just as bad as men sometimes. Let's talk about fitness moguls and leaders in the dance fitness industry who…
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174: how to go from anxious attached to confident & unbothered
Being anxious attached is the worst feeling when dating or dealing with romantic interests. The clinginess, the abandonment wounds, the fear of rejection…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
173: daily habits & routines that keep me from fully crashing out
On the verge of losing your mind in today's climate? Instead of crashing out, consider is that we have the abililty to change our environment, lifestyle…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
172: what is the big 3 in astrology? breaking down the birth chart & astro basics
Join me in THAILAND for the Lotus & Luxe Retreat in April 2027! Early bird pricing ends 8/27. Details here Have you ever wondered what the placements in…
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171: traveling for the soul: solo trips vs group trips, benefits of leaving America, and exploring the world as a Black woman w/ Aspen Cierra
Marissa gets real with photographer, travel enthusiast, and beauty content creator, Aspen Cierra to talk TRAVEL. We dive into: - The myths & fears of solo…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
170: it's time to jump into your next timeline
Are you ready for your new timeline? August is absolutely an initiation month to push us into our next season. With so many planets in Leo, along with the new…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
169: things to consider before building a brand
Thinking about starting your own brand? There's so much misinformation on the internet about the reality of starting a business or brand, but Marissa is going…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
168: activating main character energy while not stepping on anyone else
It's officially summer and Leo season has entered the chat. It's time to give main character energy and release the fear of being seen. In this episode Marissa…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
167: growing with friends vs outgrowing friends
Let's talk about friendship! In this episode Marissa reflects on her relationships and why it's important to do friend evaluations periodically to align with…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
166: the best thing you can master is the art of releasing control
What if you learned that you are not meant to control anything in life? In this episode Marissa talks about her perspective on facing challenges and roadblocks…
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165: your next level is going to require you to disappoint some people
And just like that, we're back! Marissa resumes Season 6 after a much needed hiatus. In this episode she gives some life updates, talks about why she ghosted…
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164: how to regulate your nervous system in a world of chaos & unpredictability
2026 Retreats are now open to book! Join us in Bali from April 7-13, and in San Diego July 24-28. Payment options available I think we can all…
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163: fear is literally keeping you paralyzed, small, and limited in your life experiences
Do you want to live a full life or a life based on fear and limitations? You may have allowed other people's fears including your parents or peers to hold you…
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162: what it really takes to bounce back after a rock bottom
Happy New Year! So many of us experienced challenges in 2025 that may have felt hard to recover from, but there's always the preparation of our bounce back…
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161: here's why everything feels weird and uncertain right now
Have you ever felt the pressure to have everything figured out? Well the good thing is that you don't have to. In a world where everything feels unpredictable…
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160: how to receive princess treatment and support without begging
What woman doesn't want to be treated like a princess? Let's be real, even if you're the most independent, boss a$$ bish to exist, you still deserve to sit…
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159: why releasing perfectionism and allowing yourself to show up messy is actually productive
The "Own Your Confidence 15 Day Course" is LIVE!! Use code WINTERGLOWUP for $80 off during pre-sale until 12/4. Course officially launches Friday 12/5. Let's…
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158: stop stalking the universe... your manifestations are coming
Radiate & Glow Retreat in SAN DIEGO is now open for registration! Join me for another retreat in SoCal July 24-28, 2026 for renewal, the ultimate summer glow…
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157: woman to woman let's have a chat
Let's get real about some reminders that us women may need every now and then, but especially now. We're talking work ethic, choosing a partner, manifesting…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
156: things you were never taught about your body, chiropractors, intuition & the nervous system w/ Dr. Darcy White
Let's talk about the body! How often are we in tune with our breath, our nerves, and what's actually happening in our body when we're under stress or pressure?…
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155: unspoken rules in the dance world
Ever wonder what goes on inside the mind of a dance teacher or choreographer? The dance world can be a little chaotic, sometimes catty, and unhinged. But…
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154: excuse me while I express my feminine rage real quick
Women's safety is something we cannot continue to take lightly. In this episode Marissa shares her experience with a Lyft driver over the weekend who displayed…
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153: why more Black women should move outside of the USA to create a better life w/ Melanated Travel Bae
Are you getting the urge to live outside of the country? Or ever wonder what life is like outside of the United States as a Black woman? We're sitting down to…
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152: signs you might be a "pick me" & how to avoid controlling and selfish men in romantic partnerships while taking your power back
Have you ever felt like you were doing the most and giving SO MUCH of yourself with the hopes of being "picked" by a man? In this episode we're diving into…
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151: pleasure is the blueprint to more success, softness & divine union w/ Valerrie Joann
What if working harder and sacrificing more wasn't the key to success? What if tapping into your pleasure, joy and feminine energy were the keys to getting…
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150: this is ACTUALLY what it takes to become successful and never lose belief in yourself
What's your definition of success? Is it a 7 figure business? Traveling the world? Is it making a living off your creativity? Once you define what that looks…
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149: end of summer glow up, lessons from my dating horror story & why handling rejection is the key to getting everything you want
Season 5 is back from our summer break and we have so much catching up to do! In this episode Marissa gives a recap on her summer, challenges she's faced and…
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148: here's why you need to stop trying to MONETIZE every single talent & do this instead
Capitalism has us feeling the pressure to monetize every single thing and jump into 10 side hustles at once. Whether it's creating social media content…
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147: how to embrace your waiting season & and be patient while manifesting
Feeling behind or like you've been working so hard and not seeing your manifestations coming through? This episode is for you! We're talking all about the…
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146: how to find acceptance through life transitions & own your authentic identity w/ Carly Harper
Sometimes you just outgrow different phases or identities in your life, especially as you age and evolve. In this episode we sit down with returning guest…
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145: modern dating and feminine energy principles: love, expectations and discernment
Summer love is in the air! Or is it? Let's get REAL about modern dating. In this episode Marissa responds to comments on a recent TikTok post about dating men…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
144: want to feel more confident? Do this ONE thing every week
You can't fake confidence forever. Eventually it pays off to ACTUALLY feel confident and capable. Building confidence is how you overcome fear, attract…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
Introducing "Hydrated & Thriving": A Community for Women Who Desire Wealth AND Well-Being
Join the Hydrated & Thriving community on Substack if you're looking to work smarter, build wealth & create a life that allows you to remember to nurture…
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143: GET IN GIRL, we're showing up for ourselves: summer glow up, gemini szn energy, manifesting & dating
Join my LIVE Workshop this Wednesday on Substack. Join the Hydrated & Thriving community if you're looking to work smarter, build wealth & create a life that…
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142: are men okay? signs you might be dating an abuser, red flags and how to repel controlling men
With an increase of lawsuits and complaints against men in the entertainment industry including Diddy, Smoky Robinson, DDG and others, it makes us wonder just…
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141: become a MAGNET to everything you want by using dark & light feminine energy (breaking down the differences)
Duality exists in everything in order for us to find balance and appreciation of contrast. In this episode Marissa breaks down both the dark feminine energy…
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140: these are CLEAR signs that you're ready to level up in life
Book your next Real Hot Retreat here with discount code SPRINGGLOWUP (Promo ends 4/30 at 11:59PM EST Happy Taurus Season! As we get deeper into Spring, we're…
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139: how to opt out and unsubscribe from chaos, drama & toxic cycles and create more peace and focus in your life
The world may feel really chaotic and loud right now but that doesn't mean that you have to subscribe. In this episode we talk about option out of collective…
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138: medicine for holistic girlies: a special 420 episode 🌱
Happy 4/20! Let's get real about cannabis. In this episode Marissa has a light and fun conversation surrounding the use of cannabis and stigmas. Roll…
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137: get out of your own way and remove your creative blocks to build your dream life
It's time to drop the excuses, the procrastination habits, the self doubt and the comparison. In this solo episode Marissa talks about how she is working on…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
136: dancing with an injury: how to care for your body, minimize discomfort and prevent injuries
Last chance to save $444 off The Goddess Retreat this May! Use code GODDESSMAY. We still have a few spots left for Greece, and Seattle is now open for…
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135: how to create a life that's in alignment with your human design, inner child & authenticity w/ Chrystelle Robinson-Tiedemann
Have you ever felt like you're not living the life that you were meant to live? Let's talk about what it means to find alignment and live a life that feels…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
134: spring energy, authenticity & releasing the need to do what everyone else is doing
Last chance to save $444 off The Goddess Retreat this May! Use code GODDESSMAY. We still have a few spots left for Greece, and Seattle is now open for…
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133: becoming HER, leveling up after breakups & saying no to peasant dating w/ Lauren Walsh
Is dating in 2025 trash? Let's unpack this question with licensed therapist, life coach and entrepreneur, Lauren Walsh. We welcome her back for another REAL…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
132: how to create your own joy & peace of mind and stop living in misery and anxiety
Let's get REAL about the power of your mindset. Spring is officially here and we're releasing the old baggage and heavy emotions of the winter. Let that sh*t…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
131: locking in to create your dream life and career & navigating the journey of creative entrepreneurship w/ Lini Melo
Entrepreneurship ain't always glamorous and in this episode we're getting real about it with creative entrepreneur and Founder of Dear Body Diary. If you ever…
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130: manifesting, trusting and co-creating your life & how to prevent men from harnessing your life force energy while leaving you depleted w/ Rev Lotus La Loba
Let's get real about manifestations and feminine energy! This episode we're chatting all about how to manifest, how to protect your energy, trust the universe…
- Let's Just Be Real with Marissa Tonge
129: growing in the dance world & dealing with imposter syndrome w/ Nat Beesing
Imposter syndrome isn't designed just for one type of person. It shows up in the leaders and most influential people in your city. Today we're getting real AF…
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128: how to nurture your body, live longer and age backwards
We've made it to the end of February and our last episode of our Self Love series. In this episode we're talking all about the physical body. We dive into how…
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127: fall in love with your journey & how to find ease in life's challenges
Welcome to the continuation of our Self Love Series. Today we're talking about embracing and falling in love with your own personal journey. Marissa talks…
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126: setting boundaries is self love: how to stay true to yourself and protect your energy
Let's get REAL about boundaries! Welcome to week 2 of our Self Love Series. Today we're diving into the topic of boundaries and giving tips on how to be more…
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125: defining self love & what it means to truly love all parts of you
Welcome to our Self Love Series! All February we'll be diving into topics related to self love, confidence and self care. From dating standards to solo dates…
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124: eight things I wish I knew before becoming an entrepreneur
Level up in your business and content creation this year in my Hydrated, Thriving & Bossed Up Group Coaching Program that begins February 12th! Get all the…
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123: dating in 2025, expectations, women's roles and men being providers w/ Tee On Keys
What does dating in 2025 look like from a millennial man's perspective? We sit back down with return guest Tee On Keys to talk about his recent dating…