Tap In, Tap Out

Happy March! This week we're welcoming in the Springtime with a mental health check-in. We start the show by recapping what's come out in music over the past few weeks. For the tap in, we talk about the journey of finding ourselves, accepting change, what it means to love mindfully, and more! For the tap out, we explore some thoughts around comparison in your 20s. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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Happy New Year! This week we catch up about the holidays and talk about how to improve our relationship to resolutions! I also share some updates for the podcast and other creative projects as we enter the new year, so tap in! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

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It's the end of the year! To close this first season of the podcast we take a few minutes to reflect before the new year. Thanks for all support and every listen, share, review, and comment about the podcast and my work - it means the world and does not go unnoticed! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

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How do you affirm yourself? This week for the podcast we have Affirmation Musician Toni Jones (@iamtonijones) join for the Tap In to get all into it! Toni is a talented Motown native, creative, and mental health advocate aiming to be a part of an affirmation movement that helps the human family to heal and grow. We dive into her music and unpack what some of her methods are behind the magic. We also talk about the barriers to accepting affirming messages, and how we can combat negative self-talk and overthinking. There were so many gems in this episode you don't want to miss a minute of it! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week for the podcast we're talking about Insecure! Season 5 has begun and it's officially the start of the end (sad face). We take some time to unpack what this show has meant to the community, and I call up Kris (@reawakeninglove) who is no stranger to the podcast to talk about how we navigate maintaining a healthy friendship. Pull a chair up and join us for the conversation! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.    

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This week for the podcast we're doing another Black Love Journal session! First, we catch up a little on music including the upcoming Adele release. For the Tap In I talk about a recent experience I had with putting together and releasing my first guided journal, and some lessons I'm taking away from the experience. For the tap out we're talking about confidence! How do you feel when someone calls you confident? What does your relationship to confidence say about you, if anything? Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.    

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This week for the Tap In we catch up on VERY random pop culture/music news (news is a strong word) that has piqued my interest the past few weeks, and for the Tap Out we unpack some thoughts about how we can be handling the invitation to therapy in less harmful + more effective ways. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.      

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This week for Tap In, Tap Out we do some checking in and I give a major announcement! No segments this week but you can listen to me break down what I've been working on over the past few weeks and what to expect out of it. As mentioned in the episode you can check out a free preview of the new project on my website linked below. And if you have any ideas to add as we build our "gated community" please let me know (email, DM, whatever) - any feedback is appreciated! Your support and love for what I do and share with you never goes unnoticed and it's so appreciated. 

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Welcome back to Tap In, Tap Out! This week we catch up on what's been happening since our mini hiatus, talk about some music, and then we have the amazing Hanifah Griffith as our first return guest! For the Tap In we chat about how we're doing and get into the ins and outs of imposter syndrome, and how building self-trust has been fundamental to our personal growth. For the Tap Out we get into Drake's new album Certified Lover Boy, and I share some thoughts on being honest and having accountability... in this episode, we have it all! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.    

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This week for the podcast we catch up for a few minutes and then I'm joined by Benjamin (@benboat_), an artist in residence at Project ICE (Bahamas) and Co-Founder of HAMIAN. We talk about his relationship to his artistic practice, how to bring your vision to reality, what it looks like to lean on those around you and invest in true community, and so much more. Get your notebooks and pick up some nuggets like I did! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.    

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This week for the Tap In it's another Black Love Journal Session! We talk about our relationship to wealth, and I share how we can maybe reframe our idea of what it means to value ourselves and what's around us. For the Tap Out we talk about learning to accept that you suck at things as a start to building a healthy relationship with growth. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.    

Journal Questions:
1. When have you really wanted something that you couldn't afford?
2. What are you wealthy in right now?
3. What do you want to become more wealthy in?
4. Is your value tied to your wealth? In what ways do you/don't you think so?  

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This week for the podcast we do some catching up, I respond to questions from the inbox, and I present my contenders for the song of the summer. For the Tap In, I share my major takeaways from my experience in therapy and explore what a relationship with a licensed professional can provide for you. In the Tap Out, we discuss our relationship to our bodies and also getting out of the habit of 'trying' and just doing what we set out to do. Lots of gems you don't want to miss! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

3 Reasons Why You Can't Be Everyone's Hero Article:
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This week we have a mashup of a culture catchup and ALSO a new segment for the podcast: The Black Love Journal. The Black Love Journal Sessions are where I simply talk about and reflect on my journey of loving the black person that I am, and everything that comes with that. We talk about the recent Nicki Minaj fanfare with the drop of her mixtape BMUS, and how 'stan' culture may play a role in the ways we see and treat ourselves. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

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This week for the podcast I'm joined by Jamiah (@jamiahiam), a singer-songwriter based in Nashville. We had a fun time talking about her music journey from a child to where she is now, and how she uses music and songwriting to express herself as a young adult trying to figure it all out. We break down some of her music and get deep with talking about relationships, and how we should be showing up for ourselves and those around us! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.   

Book Recommendation:
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield  

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This week I'm joined by Nneka Jones (@artyouhungry), a young visual artist from Trinidad and Tobago, to talk about her journey as an artist and creative. We talk about her process of figuring out what she wanted to express in her artwork, our relationship to fear and expectations as creatives, and so much more. I'm sure you'll resonate with some part of this conversation like I did! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week I'm joined by Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka, Founder and CEO of the PsychoHairapy movement to talk about the complexity and deep-rooted history of black hair and how we can use hair as an entry point into mental health. We share some of our hair stories and reflect on how this exciting field of research can be used to help us understand ourselves on a deeper level. You don't want to miss this one! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us. 

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This week is another round of We're Not Really Strangers! I tap in my friend/past co-worker Nick to play the game and talk about our relationship to how people see us, and how it's important to hold space for people you may not always see eye-to-eye with. We touch on so much so I encourage you to listen in to our conversation! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week is all about Journaling! I'm joined by my friend Kris (@kwispykwiss) from Reawakening Love (Journaling Ministry for Young Women) to talk about her experience with journaling, where and how a lot of people get discouraged, and helpful tips to get you started. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

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This week is a quick life update/mental health check! Catch up on any podcast episodes you've missed this week and let me know any thoughts you have!   

TL;DR - I'm going to be moving around a lot over the next few months so keep that in mind as the podcast may reflect the changes in my life. Also be on the lookout for a (free) newsletter coming your way, because I miss blogging/writing.

Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us - all to become the best version of ourselves (with some laughs to spare).  

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This week my friend Esther (@esthercho5) joins me on the Pod to talk about the state of things in the US for the AAPI community. We talk about how mindfulness may play a role in your cultural awareness, the sentiment of "checking on your Asian friends", what effects stereotypes have among racial minorities, and so much more. Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.  

AAPI-Focused Mental Health Organizations to Check Out:
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https://asiansdotherapy.com/
https://www.asianmhc.org/

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The Tap In this week is a crash course in mindfulness meditation! If you've ever wanted to get into meditating but didn't know where to start, or if you want a refresher, this 411 is for you. The Tap Out(s) also get a little spicy - so you don't want to miss out! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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What do Meghan Markle, Wendy Williams, and Britney Spears have in common? This week is a culture catch-up and there's always something we can learn from what's happening around us, so listen to find out what's the tea! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week I'm joined by certified yoga instructor and Twitch streamer Vantana (@vantanart). Vantana and I talk about a host of things including making your wellness practice your own, being imperfect, and our thoughts on the law of attraction! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week I'm joined by my friend and fellow mental health advocate Hanifah (Host of the Behind Closed Doors Podcast) and we played We're Not Really Strangers. Hanifah also shares what she'd like to tap out of this week. No laughs were spared in this episode! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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Podcast: https://anchor.fm/behindclosedoors/

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This week we review the book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. If you've never read the book or need a refresher, this crash course is just what you've been looking for! Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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This week is a short meditation track guided by host Alex (@justalextoday) that you can integrate into part of your week as a way to reflect on and affirm your purpose. I hope you find this track helpful and that it brings you some sense of clarity or awareness as to where you're at with the goals you set for yourself.

The Tap In, Tap Out Podcast is a space where we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us.

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Join host Alex (@justalextoday) as we tap into discussions around mental wellness, spirituality, and pop culture; and tap out of the patterns that no longer serve us. In this week's episode, we introduce the podcast, talk about the power of investing in yourself, and we also get around to talking about our relationship with Subway employees (just listen to find out).

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