Episode 40: Self-Care is Protest Part 1: Grounding Meditation with Dr. Shari
Release Date: 06/30/2020
Episode 80: The Power of The Pivot
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Who can believe we have already made our way into February! Where did January go? Maybe you set out at the beginning of this year with a plan to make moves in one direction, but you are already realizing it’s time to move differently. If so, this episode is for you! This episode is all about the power of the pivot and how changing our mind, or direction can actually set you up for success. They discuss the difficulties with pivoting and how to know when it’s time. They also note the importance of pausing to process prior to the pivot to ensure you are moving for the best...
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Episode 79: Look Before You Leap (NYE Edition)
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It’s already the end of 2021! The “New Year, New Me!” mentality can have you out here making premature jumps before you actually ready. We’ve all done it, but don’t get caught up this year. If you’re spending parts of today setting goals and thinking about how you want to walk into the new year, listen to this episode first! On this special New Year’s Eve episode, the 3 Psychs chat all about premature jumps that can be disguised as ambition and hustle. They also give success pointers on ways to ensure you look before you make any big leaps. If you are hoping to make 2022 a year...
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Episode 78: Throw It In the Bag...Consciously!
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With the holiday season in full swing, it can seem like you’re conjuring the old Fabolous song Throw It in The Bag! You’re definitely not alone with this one. In this episode, the 3 Psychs break down the woes of consumerism, especially during the holidays. They chat about where their personal consuming hangups stem from and pinpoint ways to be more conscious consumers. For the media minute of the week, the ladies review the Netflix film Passing!
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Episode 77: Life After Abuse with Dr. Brandy Davis
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Remember that person you thought you couldn’t live without? Well in the words of Kelly from Insecure, look at you “thriving in abundance, limitless”. Note: This episode contains a discussion of intimate partner violence and abuse which may be provocative for some. Be sure to listen with intent and care for yourself. In Part 2 of this Two-Part series, The Psychs are joined by Dr. Brandy Davis who is a woman of many talents including using her story of survival from intimate partner violence to help women heal in their own journey. During this discussion, Brandy shares how she...
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Episode 76: How Do I Know If It's Abuse?
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“Wait, how do I know if I’m being love bombed?” Have you ever wondered or talked to someone who is wondering if the shower of love is real or if that love is in fact abusive? Note: This episode contains discussion of intimate partner violence and abuse which may be provocative for some. Be sure to listen with intent and care for yourself. In Part 1 of this Two Part series, The Psychs dive deep into the very important topic of intimate partner violence (IPV). They point out subtle warning signs and glaring red flags to be on the watch out for while explaining how IPV impacts those...
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Episode 75: Embracing Change Can Be Hard to Do
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Welcome to November, the official season of Fall! Just in time for the season that reminds us that change can be beautiful, Dr. Erica and Dr. Shari chat about how to embrace change, even when it’s hard. The highlights of this conversation capture ways to be open to transitions by planning as much as possible, limiting change, and approaching shifts with an open mind! For the question of the episode, The Psychs reflect on the craziness of adulting and answer the question of when they realized they were no longer young adults. When was that moment for you? Be sure to like, comment on,...
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Episode 74: The Case for Being Self-ish with Dr. Marcuetta Sims
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Have you ever been shamed for being selfish or have you worried about how others would perceive you if you decided to make a decision that solely benefitted your own wellbeing? Yeah...us too! On this episode, the 3 Psychs sit down with Dr. Marcuetta Sims (), a licensed psychologist and the owner of The Worth, Wisdom, and Wellness Center (). The women offer a different perspective on being selfish. Dr. Sims shares her views on how being "selfish" has a pretty bad reputation, one that suggests that you are self-centered, mean, and a "bad" Christian if you prioritize yourself, your needs, and...
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Episode 73: Do Less! Is that Even Possible?
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After a long summer break, the 3 Psychs are back together again! Yes, Dr. Erica is back on the mic! Have you been feeling overwhelmed with getting back into the swing of things? Maybe you’re heading back into the office, your children are heading back into school, or things just seem to be picking back up even though ‘The Vid’ has you feeling burned out! In this episode, The 3 Psychs tackle the notion of doing less and how this can lead to more! More time, more productivity, more caring for oneself. Even though this seems like an impossible task because of overwhelming to-do lists...
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Episode 72: The Psychs On the Mic with Deidre Burch
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Ever had a vision for how you wanted to live your life but held yourself back from taking the leap because of internal limits that you have placed on yourself? Yes? Us too! We are often so trapped in the lives that we believe we are ‘supposed to have’ that we never leap into the lives we deserve! On this week’s episode, April and Shari sit down with a good friend Deidre Burch () of writer and creator of ! On this show, they discuss living a life based on our own rules. Deidre chats about her decision to leave nursing and move to Poland for love and adventure. She talks about the...
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Episode 71: The Psychs On the Mic with Melanie Stuckey and Chandra Maina
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Childhood friends are the benchmark of our lives, no matter where we go, what we do. They will always come by and take you to the place where you belong. Everyone has a friend during each stage of life. But only lucky ones have the same friend in all stages of life. On this week’s episode, April and Shari invite two of their best childhood friends to chat about what makes for long-lasting friendships. They chat about the fun times, the hard times, and every time in between! Listen in to learn about what has been the fondest of times for each of these women and how their friendships with each...
info_outlineThe ladies of 3 Psychs and a Mic have a very special 3-Part Self-Care Through Meditation Series for you over the next few weeks! In the words of Audre Lorde, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare," wrote in A Burst of Light" and Other Essays. Self-care is a form of protest.
On today's episode Dr. Shari kicks off the series with teaching and guiding you through a Grounding Meditation exercise where you use your 5 Senses to stay focused in the present moment to cope with any current forms of anxiety and overwhelming emotions you may be experiencing!
Tune in and let us know how this practice works for you!
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