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Welcome to the Pearls and Perils podcast, my name is Peta-Kay. I started this podcast to create a space where we can discuss the Pearls and Perils of navigating life.
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From Jamaica to Life in the UK: Overcoming Obstacles & Building a New Life (opens the original)
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In this episode Peta-Kay shares her journey from growing up in Jamaica to building a new life in the UK. She reflects on the challenges her family faced after moving, experiencing housing instability, immigration issues and the fear of not being able to pursue the future she'd dreamed of. This is a story about resilience, faith, perseverance, and refusing to give up, even when life feels overwhelming. Book a Finance coaching session with me: https://www.pearlsandperils.com Yo
The Woman Behind "Mum" | A Candid Conversation with My Mum Clover (opens the original)
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In a candid and personal conversation, Peta-Kay sits down with her Mother Clover to learn more about the woman behind "Mum." From her childhood in Jamaica and the loss of her own mother at 10 years old, navigating life in the 80s. Experiencing motherhood, marriage, divorce, faith, and life's unexpected turns. Clover reflects on the experiences that shaped the woman she is today.Whether you're a daughter, mother, or simply someone navigating your own journey, this conversation is a reminder that
Celebrating Others When You're Going Through It: Friendship, Comparison and Difficult Conversations (opens the original)
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Have you ever found yourself genuinely wanting to celebrate someone's success, while quietly struggling with your own life? In this episode, Peta-Kay explores what it means to celebrate others when you're going through a difficult season. Whether you're feeling left behind, wrestling with comparison, or simply wanting to become a better friend, this episode will encourage you to embrace authenticity, extend grace to yourself and others, and keep showing up with love, even when it's hard. Book a
Marrying Right Is More Important Than When You Marry| Miss to Mrs series (opens the original)
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Marriage is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make and it's a decision that shouldn't be made out of desperation. In this episode, Peta-Kay explores what it means to marry right and marry well. She unpacks the pressures that often push women into making rushed relationship decisions and shares practical guidance on how to discern whether a relationship is aligned. Keywords: marriage, relationships, dating, marrying right, marriage advice, relationship tips, cultural pressures, choo
The First Generation Burden: Carrying the Weight of Success (opens the original)
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Growing up as a first generation immigrant often means carrying responsibilities far beyond your years. From adultification and parentification to navigating family expectations and the pressure to succeed, these experiences can shape how you see yourself and the world around you. In this episode, Peta-Kay shares personal reflections on what it means to grow up too soon and explores the lasting impact these experiences can have on identity, mental health, relationships, and self-worth. If you've
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