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Black Messy Mindful
By Marilyn Julia Brown
Cover art by Marilyn Julia
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Black Messy MindfulSep 24, 2019
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Let The Thug Tears Flow: Emotional Expression Facilitates Healing
Produced by: Liberated Well Productions.
Hosted by: Marilyn Julia Brown, LMFT, RYT
Www.marilynjulia.com
Instagram: @marilynjulia_is
Podcast: anchor.fm/blackmessymindful
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What I’m Loving: Messy Mindful Media!
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Honor Your Emotions: Affirmation & Self-Reflection
Produced by: Liberated Well Productions.
Hosted by: Marilyn Julia Brown, LMFT, RYT
Www.marilynjulia.com
Instagram: @marilynjulia_is
Podcast: anchor.fm/blackmessymindful
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Gratitude in Practice
Black Messy Mindful is officially back with weekly episodes bringing you wisdom and wellness for the culture! In this episode, our host Marilyn Julia shares her manifestation cheat codes rooted in a mindful gratitude practice. Grab a notebook and pen because we are dropping gems this week!
Produced by: Liberated Well Productions.
Hosted by: Marilyn Julia Brown, LMFT, RYT
Instagram: @marilynjulia_is
Podcast: anchor.fm/blackmessymindful
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The Chloe Bailey Effect: New Season Preview
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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.
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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
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Black Hair Story
Here's my Black hair story! I've been wanting to talk hair on the podcast for a while! Watching the "Hair Day" episode of Blackish on ABC a few weeks ago inspired me and I recorded this episode immediately after I watched it.
Ayanna Pressley Alopecia story on The Root
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Chill Out, It’s Only Mercury Retrograde
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So...I Have Opinions
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!
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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:
- Summer Walker music!
- Well informed young voters!
Thanks for listening!
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Heal Thyself: The Wellness Blueprint with Dr. Lisa
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
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You're not Okay, Sis: Depression Hits Us Hard
This week I'm joined by Sharr Smith, MA. Known to many friends as the Soul Soother and Energy Whisperer, Sharr Smith is an Intuitive Coach, Spiritual Teacher, & Empathic Healer and she is sharing her raw and real testimony of moving through depression.
We discussed trauma and severe almost fatal depression and how she found her light at the end of tunnel and is now using that light to illuminate the path for others. To book a reading or services with Sharr Smith, you can find her at www.luminoussoullove.com and on Instagram and Facebook @LuminousSoulLove.
**This episode discusses suicide so please listen with care and if you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, you are not alone. Please reach out for help. One resource you can call at anytime (you don't even have to be having suicidal thoughts just be in emotional distress) is the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
As always, this podcast is not a substitute for a therapeutic relationship. Here are two resources to find a licensed therapist.
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Chakras, and Crystals, and Thoughts, Oh My!
In episode 4, Marilyn Julia shares some of her favorite resources and tools to support a spiritual awakening! Part 1 is all therapy tools and part 2 is full of metaphysical energy healing tools to support your growth! As always, this show is not meant to serve as a substitute for psychotherapy! To find a licensed therapist in your area, visit https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com or www.psychologytoday.com.
Below is more info on some of the resources I shared in the episode. Thanks for listening!
Part 1: Therapy tools
- What is CBT? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/cognitive-behavioral-therapy
- Cognitive distortions list https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-practice/201301/50-common-cognitive-distortions
- Self compassion www.selfcompassion.org
- "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-Spiritual-Higher-Creativity/dp/1585421472
- What is DBT? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/dialectical-behavior-therapy
Part 2: Energy healings tools
- The Ultimate Guide to Chakras by Dr. Athena Perrakis (Founder of the Sage Goddess) https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Chakras-Beginners-Unblocking/dp/159233847X
- "Work Your Light" oracle deck by Rebecca Campbell
- Free birth chart resource https://astro.cafeastrology.com/natal.php
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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!
- Read books by Octavia Butler. More info on www.octaviabutler.org
- 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
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Permission to Evolve with Joi K. Madison
Marilyn Julia, MFT is joined by international speaker founder of the Club of Hearts, Joi K. Madison aka Tupac Chopra discussing the messy mindful journey of evolving past where you thought you were intended to be.
You can connect with Joi K. Madison on
Instagram @joihearts
Level up by joining the Club of Hearts at https://www.patreon.com/clubofhearts
Here's Joi K. Madison's list of recommendations for the culture!
- Myleik Teele's Podcast (podcast)
- Redefining Wealth (podcast)
- Progress is a Process (podcast)
- All Heart (podcast)
Thanks for listening!
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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.