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Black Messy Mindful

Black Messy Mindful

By Marilyn Julia Brown

We aren’t just put here on this Earth to survive. I believe the goal is to THRIVE! But, thriving is not easy, it can be very messy! The journey of living mindfully as a Black person in America is challenging but full of magic. Join Marilyn Julia, LMFT, a licensed mental health professional/ holistic energy healer/ registered yoga teacher, and storyteller as she and her guests discuss holistic wellness, black culture and media sharing an offering of inspiring, humorous, and raw stories of the black messy mindful journey, for the CULTURE!

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Black Messy MindfulJun 07, 2022

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Let The Thug Tears Flow: Emotional Expression Facilitates Healing
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What I’m Loving: Messy Mindful Media!

What I’m Loving: Messy Mindful Media!

This week I give you a run down of the a few of the things I’m consuming and loving in media at the moment! Stories help us process and cope and always have and we are in a time where we have so much access to so many incredible stories! We talk feel good tv and discuss Rupaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 7”, and soul food in the form of Dr. Thema Bryant’s “Homecoming” book and the podcast.
May 24, 202217:53
Honor Your Emotions: Affirmation & Self-Reflection
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Gratitude in Practice
May 06, 202247:28
The Chloe Bailey Effect: New Season Preview

The Chloe Bailey Effect: New Season Preview

Black Messy Mindful is back and we’re bringing you more wisdom and wellness for the culture! In this episode our host Marilyn Julia previews the new season and stans Chloe Bailey’s unapologetic shine!
Apr 08, 202220:24
Juneteenth 2020: The Revolution Has Arrived

Juneteenth 2020: The Revolution Has Arrived

Today is Juneteenth and the revolution has arrived! Let's talk liberation, Black Lives Matter, protesting, policing, and dive into my spiritual perspective on the current state of the world. 


Jun 19, 202001:01:11
 Black Messy Mindful Turns 1!!

Black Messy Mindful Turns 1!!

May 31st is the one year anniversary of the Black Messy MIndful Podcast so we are going live on Instagram to celebrate with the amazing listeners! 

We will be talking all things wisdom and wellness, I'll be pulling cards, and we will be joined by YOU the listeners and a surprise guest from season 1! 

Covid 19 won't stop us! 


See you on @blackmessymindful on IG live on May 31st! 

One Love,
Marilyn Julia

May 22, 202003:30
Black Hair Story
Jan 23, 202001:11:49
Chill Out, It’s Only Mercury Retrograde

Chill Out, It’s Only Mercury Retrograde

Something was on my mind so I’m back and sharing my thoughts on Mercury in retrograde!
Nov 05, 201928:32
So...I Have Opinions

So...I Have Opinions

Season 1 Finale!

I’m introducing a new show format for season 2! I’m chatting about Kanye’s Sunday Service, Witch Walk in Santa Ana and more!

Witch Walk Downtown Santa Ana! Info:
@witchwalkdtsa founder @hypepriestess
A few amazing vendors and healers I mentioned, DJ: @moonflowervibes @hallowedjewelry @hijadelaagua @iamsatarra @art_e_sana

For the Culture: Check out Watchmen starring Regina King on HBO.

Thanks for listening!
Oct 23, 201948:56
Do it Afraid

Do it Afraid

Marilyn Julia, MFT is joined by millennial artist, educator, and recent college graduate, Miss Maxx Imani! We are discussing a little bit of everything as Miss Maxx shares her messy mindful journey through life as a young black creative! 

Connect with Miss Maxx Imani via

Instagram @itsmissmaxximani

Itty Bitty Earthy Kitty (Maxx's cat) Instagram @ittybitty_earthakitty

Twitter @itsmissmaxx

Subscribe to her Youtube Channel Miss Maxx Imani

For the Culture Recommendations:

  1. Summer Walker music! 
  2. Well informed young voters! 


Thanks for listening!

Sep 24, 201901:18:06
Heal Thyself: The Wellness Blueprint with Dr. Lisa

Heal Thyself: The Wellness Blueprint with Dr. Lisa

In this weeks episode we are joined by Dr. Lisa Upshaw, a chiropractor, acupuncturist, and holistic health practitioner in Los Angeles who shares how and why she created The Wellness Blueprint to address imbalances first in herself and then, in the broader community!
You can find Dr. Lisa at
www.drlisaupshaw.com
Instagram: @drlisaupshaw
For the Culture Recommendations from Dr. Lisa:

On My Block- Netflix series
The Pyramid Code -documentary available to stream on Netflix
Nappily Ever After -Netflix film
Get Loved Up -Podcast from Koya Webb
Black Girl in Om -podcast from Lauren Ash and Deun Ivory
Ancient Wisdom Today -podcast from Shaman Durek

Aug 26, 201946:25
You're not Okay, Sis: Depression Hits Us Hard
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Chakras, and Crystals, and Thoughts, Oh My!
Jul 08, 201901:33:42
Liberation One Breath at a Time with Alli Simon

Liberation One Breath at a Time with Alli Simon

Marilyn Julia, MFT is joined by certified yoga and meditation facilitator Alli Simon discussing loss, liberation, purpose, and how connecting to the breath is a vehicle for profound healing! Connect with Alli Simon at www.allisimon.com 

Instagram @OMGIRLALLI

Alli's recommendations for the culture! 

  1. Read books by Octavia Butler. More info on www.octaviabutler.org
  2. Visit the CAAM in LA and see The Liberator: Chronicling Black Los Angeles, 1900–1914. Founded by Jefferson Lewis Edmonds & Curated by Tyree Boyd-Pates. 

Thanks for listening! For more information on booking or working with me visit www.MarilynJulia.com 


Jun 24, 201940:60
Permission to Evolve with Joi K. Madison
Jun 08, 201936:42
Wisdom and Wellness for the Culture!

Wisdom and Wellness for the Culture!

Welcome to Black Messy Mindful where we talk wisdom and wellness for the culture! In the first episode licensed psychotherapist and holistic healer Marilyn Julia shares her inspiration for creating Black Messy Mindful, a preview of the upcoming season, and offers some healing tools to support your journey from just surviving to truly thriving! 


The "Work Your Light Oracle" deck by Rebecca Campbell is available for purchase on amazon.

May 30, 201939:45