Unlearning Survival. Reclaiming Softness. Becoming Whole.
"But Did You Die?" is more than a podcast—it's a sacred space for the strong Black woman who has been everyone's anchor but is now ready to come home to herself.
With bold clarity and tender truth, But Did You Die? calls out the emotional, spiritual, and generational weight Black women have carried for far too long. This show speaks directly to the unseen wounds, unspoken roles, and unrealistic expectations that have shaped how we move through the world—and dares to imagine life beyond survival.
Meet Your Host, Monique
Monique R. Darnell is a multi-state Licensed Professional Counselor and author. After stepping into the role of motherhood, she discovered her passion for Mental Health. As a result of her discovery, she became a Mental Health Professional. She holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. For the last few years, Monique has spent countless hours advocating for the holistic needs of others.
She is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in Georgia, a Certified Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) in Georgia, a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Counselors, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida), and a Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) in Florida.
In 2017, she became a Certified Anger Management Specialist. In this role, she can assist youth and aid them in addressing their anger by finding better-coping skills. She is also trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Domestic Violence.