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  • Kier Gaines: How to Get Out of the Waiting Room of Your Life | E63

    Kier Gaines: How to Get Out of the Waiting Room of Your Life | E63
    2026/09/01
    Most people don’t wait because they’re lazy. They wait until they feel ready, confident, healed, or certain enough to change finally. But therapist Kier Gaines believes the longer you practice waiting, the better you become at staying exactly where you are. In this episode, Kier joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the uncomfortable reality of healing, from protecting your peace without avoiding hard conversations to taking accountability without tearing yourself down. He also opens up about forgiveness, comparison, relationships, and his own experience with depression, revealing why real growth rarely begins when you feel ready. It begins when you decide to show up anyway. In this episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Kier discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:00) Stop Waiting Until You Feel Ready (07:49) The Uncomfortable Reality of Healing Yourself (14:44) When Protecting Your Peace Becomes Avoidance (17:30) Taking Accountability Without Punishing Yourself (25:10) Building a Home Where Everyone Feels Heard (29:28) Knowing When It’s Safe to Be Vulnerable (31:52) Using Comparison Without Losing Yourself (40:32) Slowing Down Before Life Passes You By (45:34) The Complicated Truth About Forgiveness (54:37) Showing Up When Depression Changes Shape (57:42) Starting Before You Feel Ready Kier Gaines is a licensed therapist, content creator, author, and host of the Learn the Hard Way podcast. Through his work, he makes conversations around healing, relationships, self-awareness, and emotional health practical and relatable. His book, It All Starts When You Do, explores the inner work required to take ownership of your growth and begin healing without waiting for the perfect moment. Resources Mentioned: Kier’s Book, It All Starts When You Do: How to Do the Real Work of Self-Healing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GF1JV76J Connect with Kier: Kier’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiergaines/ Kier’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kier-gaines-6b46912b2 Kier’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiergaines/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Family, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development, Parenting
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    1 時間 3 分
  • Break the Patterns Keeping You in Unhealthy Relationships | Vanessa Bennett | E62

    Break the Patterns Keeping You in Unhealthy Relationships | Vanessa Bennett | E62
    2026/08/25
    Why do so many of us keep repeating the same relationship patterns, arguments, and mistakes, even when we know better? In this episode of For Good, licensed therapist, author, and relationship expert Vanessa Bennett unpacks the hidden beliefs that shape the way we love, communicate, and show up for ourselves. From codependency and trauma to accountability and self-awareness, she explains why real healing starts the moment we stop pointing fingers and start looking inward. Together, JoJo, Vanessa, and Vanessa Bennett explore why chaos can feel like chemistry, how childhood experiences quietly influence adult relationships, what healthy accountability actually looks like, and why taking ownership of your life is the most empowering thing you can do. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Vanessa B. Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:22) The Mirror Most People Avoid (07:29) Why Chaos Feels Like Love (13:46) Stop Letting Trauma Define You (20:34) The Difference Between Love and Compatibility (24:24) How to Break Free Without Burning Bridges (30:25) The Fastest Way to Change Your Life Vanessa Bennett is a licensed therapist, relationship expert, depth psychology coach, and author of The Motherhood Myth. Through her clinical work, coaching programs, and writing, she helps people break unhealthy patterns, build stronger relationships, and develop the self-awareness needed to create lasting personal growth. Resources Mentioned: Vanessa’s Book, It's Not Me, It's You: Break the Blame Cycle. Relationship Better: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063206315 Connect with Vanessa Bennett: Vanessa’s Website: https://www.vanessabennett.com/ Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessasbennett/ Vanessa’s Substack: https://hellovanessabennett.substack.com/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    38 分
  • Build a Mind That Can Thrive | Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble | E61

    Build a Mind That Can Thrive | Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble | E61
    2026/08/18
    For generations, "be strong" meant staying silent. If you were struggling, you pushed through. If you were overwhelmed, you kept it to yourself. But what if some of the habits we call resilience are actually keeping us from healing? In this episode, Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the generational beliefs that shaped how we think about mental health, why so many people don't recognize when they need help, and the practical tools that make healing feel possible. From therapy and self-awareness to community, social media, and everyday habits, this conversation is a reminder that taking care of your mind isn't a weakness. It's one of the most important investments you can make in yourself. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Dr. Alfiee: (00:00) Introduction (05:04) Why "Be Strong" Kept Generations Silent (18:14) Making Mental Health Feel More Accessible (25:02) Why Gen Z Feels More Overwhelmed Than Ever (33:17) The Everyday Habits That Support Healing (48:11) Healing Through Community and Purpose Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble is a psychologist, scientist, author, and founder of the AAKOMA Project, a nonprofit dedicated to improving mental health care for young people and communities of color. A 2024 Melinda French Gates Global Leader, she is known for advancing mental health equity through culturally informed research, advocacy, and her book Rise and Thrive, making mental health more accessible, practical, and relevant for navigating everyday challenges. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Alfiee's Book, Rise and Thrive: A mental health workbook for youth & for the young person inside all of us: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQCX2TWQ AAKOMA Website: https://aakomaproject.org/ Connect with Dr. Alfiee: Dr. Alfiee Website: https://dralfiee.com/ Dr. Alfiee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/ Dr. Alfiee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Mental Health, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Growth, Impact, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    1 時間
  • How Psychedelic Therapy Is Transforming Trauma and Mental Health Treatment | Rick Doblin | E60

    How Psychedelic Therapy Is Transforming Trauma and Mental Health Treatment | Rick Doblin | E60
    2026/08/11
    For decades, psychedelics were dismissed as dangerous drugs with no place in medicine. But what if some of the most controversial substances in modern history could help people heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and emotional pain in ways traditional treatments often can't? In this episode, Rick Doblin joins JoJo and Vanessa to explain how MDMA-assisted therapy moved from the underground into clinical research, why trauma can keep people trapped for years, and what the future of mental health treatment could look like. From personal healing and PTSD recovery to drug policy reform and the science behind psychedelics, this conversation challenges many of the assumptions we've been taught about healing. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Rick Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:50) The Surprising Origin Story of MDMA (16:22) The Hidden Power of Mystical Experiences (27:57) The Safest Way to Use Psychedelics (36:49) Healing Beyond Talk Therapy (43:55) The Psychedelic Revolution (59:50) The Drug War's Real Victims (01:08:23) Rick's Vision for Net-Zero Trauma Rick Doblin, Ph.D., is the founder and president of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies), a nonprofit research and educational organization dedicated to developing medical, legal, and cultural contexts for the beneficial uses of psychedelics. His work has helped advance clinical research into MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and has played a major role in bringing psychedelic science into mainstream healthcare discussions. Resources Mentioned: Rick’s Paper, Pahnke's "GOOD FRIDAY EXPERIMENT": A Long-term Follow-up and Methodological Critique: https://www.atpweb.org/jtparchive/trps-23-91-01-001.pdf Realms of the Human Unconscious: Observations from LSD Research by Stanislav Grof: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1788163710 One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0451163966 Connect with Rick: Rick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickdoblin Rick’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rickdoblin/ Rick’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickdoblinphd/ Rick’s X: https://x.com/RickDoblin MAPS Website: https://maps.org/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Mental Health, PTSD, Healing Trauma, Psychedelics, MDMA Therapy, MAPS, Personal Growth, Mental Wellness, Psychology, Self Healing, Emotional Health, Trauma Recovery, Therapy, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    1 時間 19 分
  • The Hidden Damage of Rejection, Heartbreak, and Loneliness | Guy Winch | E59

    The Hidden Damage of Rejection, Heartbreak, and Loneliness | Guy Winch | E59
    2026/08/04
    We all experience heartbreak, rejection, loneliness, and failure, yet most of us were never taught how to respond to them. Guy Winch believes that's one of the biggest gaps in modern life. As a psychologist, bestselling author, and leading advocate for emotional and mental health, he has spent years helping people understand why emotional wounds deserve the same attention as physical ones. In this conversation, he joins JoJo and Vanessa to explain what rejection does to the brain, why heartbreak can feel like withdrawal from an addiction, how loneliness quietly impacts our health, and why self-compassion is often the first step toward healing. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Guy Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:23) Emotional First Aid for Everyday Life (12:22) The Loneliness Effect of Social Media (17:55) Why Heartbreak Feels So Devastating (26:48) The Communication Habit That Keeps Couples Stuck (30:32) The Hidden Patterns Behind Your Failures (34:34) Why Self-Compassion Beats Self-Criticism Guy Winch is a licensed psychologist, author, and one of the leading voices in emotional health and psychological resilience. Through his bestselling books, TED Talks, and clinical work, he has helped millions better understand rejection, heartbreak, loneliness, self-esteem, and emotional recovery. His practical approach to emotional well-being has made him a trusted resource for people navigating life's most difficult moments, and his latest work explores how to build healthier relationships with work, achievement, and personal fulfillment. Resources Mentioned: Guy’s Book, Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668069334 Connect with Guy: Guy’s Website: https://www.guywinch.com/ Guy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guywinch Guy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guywinch/ Guy’s X: https://x.com/GuyWinch Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Mental Health, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Growth, Impact, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    46 分
  • Dr. Kristin Neff: The Hidden Link Between Shame, Burnout, and Growth | E58

    Dr. Kristin Neff: The Hidden Link Between Shame, Burnout, and Growth | E58
    2026/07/28
    One of the biggest myths we carry is that self-criticism is the price of success. As the pioneering researcher behind self-compassion, Dr. Kristin Neff has spent decades studying how people respond to failure, shame, stress, and setbacks. In this conversation, Kristin joins JoJo and Vanessa to explain why being kinder to yourself doesn't lower your standards, how self-compassion can improve performance, and why real strength comes from supporting yourself through life's hardest moments instead of tearing yourself down. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Dr. Kristin Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:55) Why Being Hard on Yourself Doesn't Work (07:45) The Part of Self-Compassion Most People Miss (14:48) The Mindset That Helps You Perform Better (23:24) The Hidden Desire Behind Shame (31:14) Self-Compassion Starts at Home (36:23) The Power of Fierce Self-Compassion (41:57) The Strongest Men Ask What They Need (46:37) The 20-Second Practice That Changes Everything (51:01) Why Your Worth Isn't Up for Debate Dr. Kristin Neff is a pioneering researcher, professor at the University of Texas at Austin, and one of the world's leading experts on self-compassion. She is the bestselling author of Self-Compassion and Fierce Self-Compassion, and her work has helped millions develop healthier ways to navigate failure, stress, shame, and personal growth. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Kristin Neff's Book, Fierce Self-Compassion: How to Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Your Power, and Thrive – A Personal Development Guide for Women Seeking Balance and Motivation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/006299106X Dr. Kristin Neff's Book, Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004JN1DBO Connect with Dr. Kristin: Dr. Kristin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinneff Dr. Kristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neffselfcompassion/ Dr. Kristin’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NeffKristin Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    57 分
  • The Strong Black Woman Myth and Its Mental Health Cost | Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett | E57

    The Strong Black Woman Myth and Its Mental Health Cost | Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett | E57
    2026/07/21
    What if the traits we've been taught to admire are the same ones preventing us from healing? Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett has spent nearly four decades researching anxiety in Black communities, particularly among Black women and girls. In this conversation, she joins JoJo to discuss the hidden ways anxiety shows up in everyday life, the pressure of always having to be strong, the difference between panic attacks and stress, Black maternal mental health, generational patterns of coping, and why healing begins with telling yourself the truth about what you're carrying. In This Episode, JoJo and Dr. Neal-Barnett Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:56) How Anxiety in Black Communities Is Overlooked (09:14) The “What If” Thinking That Fuels Anxiety (14:41) The Hidden Cost of Always Being Strong (26:24) How to Change the Recipe for Anxiety (33:54) The Maternal Mental Health Crisis We Don't Talk About (48:07) Why Asking for Help Is a Form of Strength (51:43) Trust Your Intuition and Tell the Truth Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett is a clinical psychologist, professor at Kent State University, and one of the country's leading experts on anxiety in Black communities. She is the founder of the Program for Research on Anxiety Disorders Among African Americans (PRADAA) and the author of Soothe Your Nerves: The Black Woman's Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Fear. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Neal-Barnett’s Book, Soothe Your Nerves: The Black Woman's Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Fear: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0743225384 Connect with Dr. Neal-Barnett: Dr. Neal-Barnett's Website: https://www.drangelanealbarnett.com Dr. Neal-Barnett’s Research Program, PRADAA: https://sites.google.com/view/pradaalab/home?authuser=0 Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Mental Health, Anxiety, Black Mental Health, Black Women, Panic Attacks, Therapy, Emotional Wellness, Maternal Mental Health, Postpartum Depression, Resilience, Personal Growth, Psychology, Healing, Self-Care, Community Health
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    51 分
  • The Radical Case for Rest in a Burnout Culture | Tricia Hersey | E56

    The Radical Case for Rest in a Burnout Culture | Tricia Hersey | E56
    2026/07/14
    In a culture that celebrates busyness, choosing to slow down can feel almost impossible. Tricia Hersey believes that's exactly why it matters. As the founder of The Nap Ministry, she has built a movement around the idea that rest isn't a reward for hard work but a vital part of being human. In this episode, Tricia joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the roots of burnout, challenge our assumptions about productivity, and explain how rest can help us reconnect with ourselves, our communities, and the lives we actually want to build. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Tricia discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:24) The Movement That Started With a Nap (07:35) Why So Many People Feel Guilty Resting (14:48) The Hidden Cost of Constant Exhaustion (23:16) Small Ways to Reclaim Your Time (29:08) Returning to Your Humanity Through Rest (34:46) What Burnout Looks Like in Real Life (40:34) Why Healing Requires Imagination (50:22) Rest Is Not Something You Earn Tricia Hersey is an artist, theologian, author, and the founder of The Nap Ministry, a movement dedicated to reclaiming rest as a human right. Drawing from her background in spirituality, community organizing, and cultural trauma studies, Tricia challenges the cultural obsession with busyness and advocates for rest as a pathway to healing, imagination, and liberation. Through her bestselling book Rest Is Resistance, speaking engagements, and community work, she has helped spark a global conversation about burnout, wellness, and what it means to live beyond grind culture. Resources Mentioned: Tricia’s Book, Rest Is Resistance: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316365211 Connect with Tricia: Tricia’s Website: http://www.triciahersey.com Tricia’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-hersey-15919b3b/ The Nap Ministry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenapministry The Nap Ministry’s X: https://x.com/thenapministry The Nap Ministry’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thenapministry/ The Nap Ministry’s Website: https://thenapministry.wordpress.com/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    54 分