Reddit has a lot of stories about boundaries in relationships and in this episode we are talking about it. Charmaine and Jasmine, your two favorite mental health therapists will discuss Reddit stories discussing boundaries and relationships and give their reactions and thoughts. 00:00 introYoutube version at: https://youtu.be/ZN-k4xbh4wwMental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womensetting boundariesrelationship boundarieswhat are boundariesPersonal boundariesReddit stories aitahr/aitah r/aita

We’re breaking down J.Cole’s song 1985 and getting real about mentorship, mental health, what it means to respond and maybe just react. It is judgement? Is it growth or ego? Does constructive criticism hit differently in black culture? Join your two favorite mental health therapists, Jasmine and Charmaine, as we discuss this. Let’s talk about it. Mental health x Black culture #jcole #emotionalintelligence #mentorship #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #emotionalmaturity Podcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenMental healthWhat causes defensiveness in a person?How to react when someone is defensive?What kind of trauma causes defensiveness?

Three questions: do you know your attachment style, have you seen the movie Love Jones, AND have you ever been in a Love Jones type relationship? Nina and Darius had their ups and downs but the love story was epic. In this episode, join your two favorite black therapists as we talk about anxious and avoidant attachment styles and how it affects communication and relationships, pattern cycles, and how to recognize it and heal. 00:00 Intro01:40 Overview of the attachment styles05:44 Love Jones overview08:00 Did Darius have anxious attachment?13:55 Communication issues between attachment styles - -assumptions-keeping a back up roster-not showing all your cards-fantasizing about ex-not resolving issues-not having accountability-being reactive-having different emotional regulation and conflict styles25:30 Why recognizing your attachment is so important & being attracted to a partner with different attachment 29:05 therapists thoughts on avoidant and anxious couple conflict resolutionFollow us: Stay Mentally Dope (@staymentallydope) • Instagram photos and videosTikTok - Make Your Day FB:staymentallydope | FacebookMental health x Black culture Podcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenMental health#attachmentstyles #couplestherapy #mentalhealth #selflove #mentalhealthpodcast #blackwomenshealth #lovejones #lovejonesmovieWhy did they break up in Love Jones?Can an avoidant and anxious relationship work?how to make anxious-avoidant relationship workHow to handle an avoidant partner?fearful avoidant vs dismissive avoidantanxious attachment style healing

We already discussed the America’s Next Top Model Documentary and identifying work trauma and now we are following up with coping with work trauma. Jasmine and Charmaine, your two favorite licensed mental health therapists are discussing the America’s Next Top Model documentary, work trauma, and providing tips to cope. Mental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for women

In this episode of the Stay Mentally Dope show, we are talking about the America’s Next Top Model Documentary (ANTM) and workplace trauma. We know that by now you have seen the America’s Next Top Model Documentary or have at least heard about it because whew! It was a lot and we are here to talk about it. We will discuss ways to know if you have workplace trauma, accountability in the workplace and in life, what causes companies to be traumatic, emotional safety and lack thereof at work, and of course our reactions to the documentary. Join your two favorite mental health therapists as we unpack all things workplace trauma and the America’s Next Top Model Documentary.#americasnexttopmodel #topmodel #traumasurvivor #worklifebalance #emotionalintelligence #copingstrategies #emotionalregulation #worktrauma

Ever wonder what are examples of attention-seeking behavior? In this episode, your two favorite black therapists as we explore how what’s often labeled as “attention-seeking” may actually be a human need for connection, safety, and validation. Through an attachment lens, we unpack where these behaviors come from, how shame gets attached to them, and how we can respond, to ourselves and others, with curiosity instead of judgment.This conversation invites listeners to soften their inner critic, deepen emotional awareness, and build healthier ways to ask for what they need.Time stamps: 00:00 intro01:25 Why does attention seeking even matter?09:50 Ways people attention seek: drama, talking too much, overcommunication, being too much, needing reassurance15:01 What is attachment?19:25 Learning about your attachment style (learning in childhood and mind reading and why you need a safe space)31:47 TipsPodcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #attachment #healingjourney #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #highfunctioningdepression #highfunctioninganxiety #trauma #traumahealing Podcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenWhat are examples of attention-seeking behaviorWhat mental illness is attention-seeking behaviorWhat trauma causes attention-seekingIs attention-seeking a red flagWhat is maladaptive attention-seekingWhat attachment style craves attentionHow to stop being a validation seekerWhy is seeking validation toxicWhat are good communication skills in relationships

"When they say how are you, what do you say?" "Living large and taking charge big boy!!!!" What does it look like to live your life authentically? Do you know what code switching is and have you ever thought of the potential mental health impact of it? We are talking about it all in this episode; the anxiety, the imposter syndrome, the pressure, and the survival of it all. Of course, we are also bundling it all up with the movie B.A.P.S. 

I can love you better than her, do you believe me or do I need to explain more? In this episode, your two favorite therapists are discussing Mary J Blige’s song, I Can Love You, and what it looks like to try to prove your self-worth and love, codependency, and what it looks like to need validation from other people in order to feel valid within yourself. Yea, we know it’s a lot but of course we also do it with a lot of information, a lot of dopeness, and a lot of fun. Time stamps: 00:00 intro00:45 overview 07:40 What is self-esteem (when you have to have others validate you)15:30 Codependency (when you don’t know who you are outside of other people)20:20 Going to therapy and only talking about someone elseVideos mentioned: Gabrielle Union video:Podcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black women

It’s new year, new me time! In life most times growth causes changes in us but what happens when those changes affect our relationships? Maybe the changes within us are reflecting lack of change and insecurities in people around us? That is what happened in this episode of A Different World. Sometimes we have people who will hold us accountable in positive ways and sometimes they lash out in negative ways in an effort to go back to what made them feel more comfortable. We are talking about it in this episode so join your two favorite mental health therapists and let's discuss when our changes affect the people around us. Time stamps: 00:00 intro01:25 overview04:05 Do friendships change when people change?08:15 Outgrowing your friends15:13 Is it trauma or a personality trait?20:15 Do your friendships prevent you from taking up space?23:50 Why black folks take not being down so seriously27:20 QTNAPodcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture  #Blackculture #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourney #highfunctioningdepression #highfunctioninganxiety #trauma #traumahealingPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenHow do you know when a friendship is changingWhat causes friendships to changeWhat are the signs of unhealthy friendshipWhat does it mean when a person is nice and nastyIs jealousy toxic in a friendshipHow do you tell you've outgrown your friendsHow to identify a toxic friendshipDo friends change in collegeWhat does skinfolk ain't kinfolk mean

For some people Christmas time with the family does not bring joy but it can bring grief and anxiety …..that manifests as bubble guts and headaches. The movie ‘Almost Christmas’ was not an exception. We see this family having to return back home for the first time since their mother and matriarch of the family has passed; they are not all coping well, past issues have not been addressed, and some of them do not get along. Does this sound like your family? We are discussing this in this episode and all discussing tips for getting through Christmas time with these feelings. Join your two favorite black therapists as we dive into grief, sibling rivalries, hyperindependence, substance abuse, insecurities, accountability all in the black family at Christmas time. Time stamps: 00:00 intro01:57 Overview of the movie04:50 Avoiding grief until you have to (or until the holidays) makes grief harder07:56 When the person who died had the role of bringing the family together11:55 Acceptance that things look different nowEveryone grieves differently- within reason (accountability)25:05 Having boundaries with family (how to create a boundary)32:35 conflict can be healing36:36 New and old holiday traditions39:18 QTNAVideos mentioned: Living Single Episode: https://youtu.be/cAGzY2jg9-Q?si=9Tr05_ri6VBgkv88Podcasts versions are at:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-dope/id1673538196Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DiRPvXY1ua6ftLg5FR98Q?si=aa3601b4b9ca490fAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2a85c229-4bd8-4526-a65d-66b453998bce/mentally-dopeMental health x Black culture #griefjourney #dysfunctionalfamily #toxicfamily #Blackculture #boundaries #seasonaldepression #mentalhealth #therapy #blacktherapist #blackyoutube #blackpodcast #blackmovies #blackwoman #blackwomenoftiktok #blackwomenshealth #blackwomenpodcasts #therapistpodcast #fortheculture ##mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthjourneyPodcasts for womenmental health podcast podcast for black womenHow to deal with toxic family during the holidaysWhy does my family always fight on holidaysHow to set boundaries with family during the holidaysIs my family toxic or am I the problemWhy is grief worse during holidaysHow do you get through the holidays while grievingWhy am I so anxious on holidaysWhat does it mean to avoid griefWhat is suppressing grief