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young black and healing.

young black and healing.

By Calia White

young black and healing is a podcast offering insight, advice and resources to help black people heal, from the view of a black millennial battling her own mental illnesses. She aims to help black people trying to prosper or get ahead in life, regardless of their mental plights.

- Because I truly believe we young, we black, and we gone heal.
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Depression in your Home

young black and healing.Nov 15, 2020

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But Alcohol IS the answer

But Alcohol IS the answer

sooo alcohol is definitely not the answer. I don’t support drinking alcohol to deal with your mental plights I’m just being honest about my own struggles with it.
Mar 03, 202215:05
I lost my car crib & job at the same time

I lost my car crib & job at the same time

*DISCLAIMER: plssss excuse my excessive cursing this episode, when I’m angry I swear like no one’s business. anyway! the kick off episode is just me being real with y’all about life lately bc it’s not always sunshine and roses! and it’s seriously affecting my mental health. hoping I’m able to offer laughs, optimism & light.
Mar 03, 202209:58
Welcome Back!

Welcome Back!

hey guys, we’re back with more raw, revamped and relatable podcasts! clean your house, roll up a blunt and put me in your ear. Hope you enjoy 💖
Mar 03, 202202:30
PSA THIS PODCAST IS TAKING A BREAK

PSA THIS PODCAST IS TAKING A BREAK

So I’ve put off getting my wisdom teeth pulled for yearsssss and now I can’t any more. With that being said I’ll be out the game for a little bit! Be back soon. ☺️
Jan 18, 202101:23
Being Black and Finding a Therapist

Being Black and Finding a Therapist

this episode covers some upcoming changes with the podcast as well as a story time detailing my experience with finding the right therapist and why I think it's beneficial to stick it out!

Jan 09, 202113:25
It's A New Year and Covid's Still Here: Ways To Be Safe AND SOCIAL

It's A New Year and Covid's Still Here: Ways To Be Safe AND SOCIAL

With the new year starting and covid still going on, here's 5 ways you can be social and still be safe!

Jan 02, 202117:22
young black and healing New Years PSA

young black and healing New Years PSA

updates!
Dec 30, 202004:10
Self Care Isn't Going to Heal You

Self Care Isn't Going to Heal You

hey guys, this episode touches on the 'self care culture' that we live in and how this could help OR hinder us on our healing journey.
Dec 22, 202010:39
5 Minute Guided Disconnection

5 Minute Guided Disconnection

2 minutes of talking to guide you. 5 minutes of silence to disconnect.
Dec 22, 202007:04
I feel disconnected as hell during this pandemic

I feel disconnected as hell during this pandemic

Feeling disconnected during covid 19 and the power of disconnecting every so often
Dec 22, 202013:29
Too Pretty to Have Social Anxiety?

Too Pretty to Have Social Anxiety?

This episode covers the topic of social anxiety, along with a few common misconceptions and advice to help you through it!

Dec 22, 202014:26
On Sundays We Heal

On Sundays We Heal

Sunday’s are good for disconnecting and recharging. Don’t forget to heal today. Also an update on this New Years weed cleanse!
Dec 13, 202006:07
5 Ways to Cut Back on Your Weed Habit!

5 Ways to Cut Back on Your Weed Habit!

We're getting ready for a new year and a lot of people have been asking me how I was able to give up my weed habit!  Here are 5 tried and true ways that have helped me stop cold turkey for 6 months.

Dec 12, 202026:45
Keeping High Spirits W/ Hijji

Keeping High Spirits W/ Hijji

This episode features a conversation with Hiji Hill, someone who always tries to stay positive and keep his spirits high!
Dec 11, 202011:42
You Needed This Mid Week Motivation

You Needed This Mid Week Motivation

we are living in trying times... every day we seem to be faced with a new obstacle.  this episode is a pep talk to get your head back in the game!

Dec 09, 202012:21
COVID Friendly Seasonal Depression Hacks

COVID Friendly Seasonal Depression Hacks

'tis the season for Covid. 'tis the season for depression.  listen to this episode to learn 5 ways to get you out of a rut.

Dec 07, 202018:46
meditation: a pep talk for black folks

meditation: a pep talk for black folks

throughout my healing journey I've discovered the tool of meditation.  please listen to learn some of its healing properties, and if it could be beneficial to you and YOUR healing journey. 

Nov 24, 202012:11
black folks & antidepressants

black folks & antidepressants

This episode covers my personal experience with antidepressants and insight on their usage in the black community.  


DISCLAIMER! I AM NOT A DOCTOR I OFFER NO MEDICAL ADVICE IF YOU ARE STRUGGLING WITH ANY MENTAL ILLNESS SEEK THE HELP OF A PROFESSIONAL THESE ARE JUST MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AND TESTIMONIES THAT I HOPE WILL PROVIDE SOME INSIGHT TO YOUR OWN HEALING JOURNEY.

Nov 18, 202013:39
Depression in your Home

Depression in your Home

this episode is all about dealing with depression in people around you, and having the tools to do so.  Everyone has encountered a depressed friend who just didn't answer the phone or ever want to go out.  This podcast will tell you how to approach and console someone you care about when you see them going down that dark hole that it depression.  It also raises the question, how much is too much when dealing with someone you love and their mental illness?  How many missed phone calls do you let pass before you start to question your friendships?

Nov 15, 202026:00
Marijuana Addiction + a Pep talk

Marijuana Addiction + a Pep talk

this episode talks about the hidden issue of being addicted to marijuana, from someone who was a long time addict of marijuana.


DISCLAIMER: I do not offer any medical advice and I am not a licensed professional.  if you need help with your addiction, please seek professional help.  This is only to be used as a guide/pep talk. Smoke responsibly. :)

Nov 14, 202014:54
Welcome to young black and healing.

Welcome to young black and healing.

Hi guys, and welcome to the first episode of young black and healing.  I created this podcast in hopes that I could offer some insight, advice, and resources to aid my black peers in their healing journey because my own mental health was something I battled with for so long.  This podcast covers all things black mental health, as well as black mental illness, from the perspective of a young black millennial in today's crazy world.  Listen to this podcast to aid in your healing journey, I really hope you're able to get something from it.

-Because I truly believe we're young, we're black and we gone heal.

Nov 14, 202004:51