Black Men Embracing Feelings
As a licensed mental health therapist, the purpose for this platform is for men that's safe to express emotions in order to uplift and build stronger men. The real strength of a man lies in their ability to be vulnerable and not feel as if their identity is compromised. Here, we'll advocate for mental health awareness, spiritual growth and empowerment.
Episodes
Anger, fear, anxiety, sadness, even happiness can hit hard and fast, and a lot of us were taught to either hide it or muscle through it. That works until it doesn’t, and then we end up emotionally hijacked at work, at home, or in our own heads. I walk through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a practical approach to emotional regulation for men, especially when the feelings are intense but life still ...
“I’m good” sounds harmless, but for a lot of men it’s the sentence that keeps us isolated. We’re back after a long pause, and we start with the most honest place possible: I’ve been doing the same thing I challenge other men to stop doing, taking on too much, pushing through, and calling it fine. If you’ve ever answered “I’m good” to end the conversation fa...
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of constant productivity, feeling guilty at the mere thought of taking a break? That nagging voice saying you're lazy if you rest, or the fear that everything will fall apart if you step away? You're not alone. Breaking free from productivity addiction requires recognizing that your worth isn't measured by output. Your value exists independent of what you produce.
In this...
Part 2 of our discussion provides further insight into how spiritual healing, personal growth and transformation takes place in the therapy space. We tackle the profound question: "What does a church with healthy counseling look like?" by exploring the parallels between therapeutic principles and biblical truths. From David's raw emotional processing in Psalm 51 to Jesus demonstrating emotional regulation throughout...
What happens when your mental health crisis collides with your spiritual identity? Depression doesn't discriminate, even among the faithful. Faith is the foundation for believers, but therapy is faith at work.
Featured in this episode is, Gregory Alexander, who opens up about his journey through homelessness, depression, and suicidal thoughts despite his faith and commitment to the church. "When everyth...
When life forces us to step outside our comfort zones, why do we as men struggle so much with the vulnerability that change requires? Transitioning through life's changes requires vulnerability, self-reflection, and community support as we navigate the fear of judgment, redefine success, and embrace new identities beyond our professional titles. This episode touches on the following topics:
• The challenge me...
This episode discusses the transformative journey of embracing therapy and mental health. The host shares his personal experiences with panic attacks, the stress of corporate life, and the vital lessons learned through therapy on establishing boundaries, vulnerability, and self-acceptance.
• Exploring personal encounters with panic attacks
• The impact of stress on mental health and well-being ...
Your presence is needed! This episode emphasizes the critical importance of a male presence in the lives of children and communities. Topics discussed include detrimental effects of a father's absence, or the absence of a positive male figure, its impact on one's identity and self-worth, and advocating for emotional engagement and accountability amongst men. The conversation highlights the need for healing, the role...
Let's stay connected. Click link for Men's Check-In group, workbook and journal. Also, to work with me - linktr.ee/blackmenembracingfeelings
Let's stay connected. Click link for Men's Check-In group, workbook and journal. Also, to work with me - linktr.ee/blackmenembracingfeelings
In this episode, we'll talk about different ways to challenge our anxious and depressive thoughts. One of the ways is through identifying the core beliefs that may be contributing to our depressive and anxious thoughts. Our core beliefs are the governing beliefs that we we hold about ourselves, others, and the world around us. What we say, think and believe about ourselves matter. Also, why we think this way about o...
This episode raises the awareness of the "mask(s)" that we casually wear to protect us from the fear of our vulnerabilities being exposed. During this episode, we look to challenge the purpose of our mask(s) that we wear and assess if it really does help us or contribute to the challenges we believe our mask is protecting us from. We'll then cover effective ways in which we can safely dismantle our mask(s) whi...
This pilot episode talks about the importance of Black Men embracing feelings and the purpose of this podcast. Also shared is a spoken word peace I wrote during my battle with depression titled "Letter To My Strong Friend." I hope it resonates with listeners and is an encouragement to begin their journey in embracing their feelings! Please feel free to share your thoughts and feedback as we journey together to help ...
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