In this episode, we are talking about Yung Miami’s song Spend Dat. This song has become a controversial anthem but we are talking about the aspects of the song that identify self-love, celebrating all parts of us, and showing gratitude for things that we may have learned in order to survive. Join, Charmaine and Jasmine (two Black therapists), in this episode as we discuss this song and what we feel like it means for mental health and black culture.

What happens when vulnerability meets the reality of dating and personal safety? In this episode, we revisit an episode of Moesha that tackled issues many women still navigate today. Join Jasmine and Charmaine, your two favorite black therapists, as we explore the complexities of vulnerability, the risks women often consider when dating, and the unspoken realities of moving through the world as a woman.We'll discuss the tension between wanting connection and needing safety, how women are socialized to navigate dating, the emotional labor of constantly assessing risk, and the impact these experiences can have on trust, relationships, and mental well-being. Together, we'll examine how culture, gender expectations, and personal experiences shape the way we approach dating and vulnerability.What messages about dating and safety have women received from family, culture, and society?How does constantly assessing risk impact mental health and relationships?

00:00 intro03:35 rape culture and how women are impacted05:30 Episode overview09:30 Can someone have dating or relationship trauma?13:13 Examples of date rape culture and how it shapes mental health28:40 What therapists wish people knew about intimate partner violence

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In this episode, we are talking about Biker Boyz and doing what we do best which is going deeper. Join us as we, licensed therapists, talk about father and son relationships, approval seeking from parents, creating your own identity, how grief and loss impact parental relationships, and where emotional vulnerability and communication fall in the midst of all of this.