The Mental Roots Podcast
My black bros and sisters, we need to create safe spaces for us to get REAL about the roots of our mental / emotional struggles, so we can find REAL healing. So, that's what this podcast is all about! I'm Nathan and with relatable peers of mine, we talk in-depth on what mental health looks like in our culture. Buckle in, 'cause it's about to get DEEP! This podcast is part of the award-winning Mental Roots brand, which combines the podcast with award-winning animation. ALL CONTENT AND PLATFORMS HERE: https://linktr.ee/Mentalroots Instagram and Twitter @mentalrootspod
Episodes
SEASON 2 FINALE! What will it take from everyone to bring systematic change to men's mental health? I discuss this with coaches Adam Smith and Adam Hindley, while uncovering the origin story behind their A-Game Consultancy!
A-Game Consultancy website: https://www.agameconsultancy.com/
Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more content: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.
Dyspraxia, peer pressure, upbringing around food... how can these trigger negative mindsets in men? Hear the life stories of Life Coach Adam Smith and Personal Trainer Adam Hindley (from the A-Game Consultancy) to find out 👀...
Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more here: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.
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What does our body image, self talk and more reveal about our mindset/beliefs as men? Life Coach Adam Smith and Personal Trainer Adam Hindley (2/3rds of the A-Game Consultancy) break this down REAL GOOD! It just might change your life 👀...
Check out the A-Game Consultancy's blog, YouTube, podcast and more here: https://linktr.ee/agameconsultancy.
**ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA HERE**: https://linktr....
Is it time for vulnerability in black cuture to be the norm? British rapper Shocka shares thoughts, PLUS EXCLUSIVE info on his UPCOMING ALBUM 'Vulnerability Is The New Cool'! 👀
Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk.
**ALL MENTAL ROOTS CONTENT, ANIMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA HERE**: https://linktr.ee/Mentalrootspodcast
London rapper and mental health advocate Shocka shares RARE DETAIL on being sectioned in a mental health hospital. He talks schizophrenic episodes, medication and more...
Check out this DOCUMENTARY in which Shocka shared more on this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_x3n8M7Wag.
Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all music platforms: https://linktr.ee/shockauk.
From 'victim' to leader; rapper Shocka drops GEMS about how his mental hospital experience, lack of father figure and more built his character as a black man. We also discuss character building in the context of being that 'one black guy' in certain professions and industries. Pioneering ain't easy, but we have the power to be the change we want to see!
Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him on all ...
How can rap shape our identities as black men? London-based 'conscious' rapper and mental health advocate Shocka shares his expert thoughts! We also discuss the power of his easy-to-understand conscious lyrics, edifying people, how music shaped Shocka's self expression growing up, and the emotional/mental journey of navigating the music industry as a yute....
Follow Shocka on Instagram and Twitter @shocka_artist and find him o...
Patrick shares more details on his journey to asking for help and addressing past abuse. Plus, more on his takeaways as a coach and some great reflective points, especially useful as we transition into 2022!
Follow Patrick @patrickhillcoaching on Insta for great mindset content - and his upcoming podcast! Check out Patrick's website too or contact him at patrickhill@thinkingbeyondnow.co.uk to find out more about his coaching, or if...
Lol our first Caucasian (and Gay) guest! London-based life coach Patrick Hill goes through his years as a young man navigating challenges to his identity and sexuality, and the coping mechanism of addiction that he leaned on as a result. How did he eventually find the motivation to do something about it?...
Follow Patrick @patrickhillcoaching on Insta for great mindset content - and his upcoming podcast! Check out Patrick's website...
Joy and I wrap up our chat about narcissistic abuse, as Joy shares more about her coaching practice, narcissism in black parenting and more! Check out Joy's services and more on her website: https://livenarcfree.com/. Joy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livenarcfree.llc/
Please SUBSCRIBE and STREAM the podcast on YouTube and MORE PODCAST OUTLETS HERE: https://anchor.fm/mentalroots.
Narcissistic abuse coach Joy Larkin shares her experience in abusive relatiosnhips, and what she's learned about narcisstic behaviours and their roots. Check out her services and more on her website: https://livenarcfree.com/. Joy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livenarcfree.llc/.
PODCAST SOCIALS:
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/MentalRootsPod1
Terrel and I wrap up our conversation exploring how faith culture, and youth/black culturesw around food can impact mental health. Check out Terrel's content including great mental health advocacy on Instagram: @ashertee_.
This episode's recommended read is Safe: 20 Ways to be a Black Man in Britain Today by Derek Owusu; order it here - https://amzn.to/3CDMFne
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Finally, NEW CONTENT! I link up with fellow Inside Out focus group member Terrel; he shares how being a black British boy impacted his teacher relationships, peer interactions and more. Check out his content (including great mental health advocacy) on Instagram: @ashertee_.
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A brief intro to what this podcast is about and the heart behind it!
Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk
See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.bippnetwork.org.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/bippnet...
Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk
See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.bippnetwork.org.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/bippnetwork/...
Check out Idriss' own nonprofit organisation CASA Leadership: https://www.casaleadership.co.uk
See how the BiPP Network can help you as a mental health practitioner and more: https://www.instagram.com/bippnetwork/
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Check out Inside Out's website for more info on their workshops, trainng, social media handles and more: https://www.insideou...
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Recording gear used:
AKG Perception 120 XLR Microphone - h...
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