Poppin off with Phil
By Poppin off with Phil
Poppin off with PhilMay 04, 2021
Be Honest With Urself!
New Beginnings
Death to New Year, New Me
A Year in Reflection
In today's episode, I take stock of the lessons I learned about myself in 2021 and my desire to be the best version of myself moving forward.
Get 'Er Done
The Struggle with Transparency
In this week's episode, we discuss the need for transparency in the black family as it pertains to our health. We also circle back to talk more about the necessity of black men having the right to explore their full being. Both topics were inspired by episodes of Insecure and Queen Sugar respectively.
ASSumptions
Triggered
In this week's episode, I speak about my emotional response to the most recent episode of Insecure, "Pressure, Okay?!".
Let's Get Free
In this special episode of Poppin off with Phil, we talk about the importance of black men asserting their right to explore the fullness of their being and sexuality.
Learning from Regrettable Moments
In this week's episode we take a hard look at regrets. Though many of us are familiar with the idea that you should life with no regrets and many of us have declared we don't have any, I know that there are moments in my life I wish I could do over and this episode is about leaning into that feeling and learning the lesson for your present and your future.
Cherish the Day
In this week's episode we discuss the importance of cherishing life, not waiting to create new experiences, and mending broken relationships. In a world that is so unpredictable, it is vital to relish each and every moment and opportunity provided.
Be Kind to Yourself
In this week's episode we discuss the importance of being kind to self.
Honor Thy Father
In this week's episode we discuss fathers. With Father's Day being around the corner, I wanted to take the opportunity to honor my dad and offer my perspective on the importance of reconciling broken relationships with your father while you still have time.
Health & Wellness
In this week's episode we talk about the importance of physical health. Many of us, definitely including myself in the mix, have used the pandemic as the an excuse to slack on our efforts to maintain our bodies, well time is out for that! We can't afford to use take care of our minds, our bodies also require maintenance.
In honor of Pride Month, I also included a spotlight on an influential figure. First up, Bayard Rustin.
Communication is Key
Emotional Responses
In this week's episode we talk about the importance of understanding and controlling our emotional responses.
Grace to Heal
In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of the healing process.
Preparing for Mother's Day
In this week's episode, we discuss my process of preparing for Mother's Day. It remains one of the toughest days of year since I lost my mom in 2013 and I wanted to provide insight to some and encouragement to others.
Invest in Yourself
In this week's episode, after I go off on a tangent about The Oscars and other random things, we discuss the importance of investing in yourself. Remember that you are in full control of the things you want out of life and good things come to those that do, not those that wait.
Let It Go
In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of divorcing ourselves from the the expectations of others.
Back Like We Never Left
In this week's episode, and Season 4 Kickoff, we revisit the beginnings of Poppin off with Phil and discuss what's been going on during my down time and what to look forward to this season.
Entitlement Be So Strong
Somebody Is Always Watching
New Year Hodge Podge
Reclaiming the Holiday Season
Shaking Off the Holiday Blues
Try a Little Kindness
The Art of Apologizing
A Brand New Day
Social Media: Whew Chile, da Ghetto...
Vote or Fuck Off
The One that Got Away and other Shit on Relationships with John Sanders
Second Chances
The Voice Inside
In this week's episode we discuss the importance of listening to the voice inside. Whether you refer to it as your conscience, your sixth sense, the Holy Ghost, or "The Ancestors"; it's a voice that we often ignore when we should be trusting that it has our best interest at heart. The voice is there to help us learn the lesson so that we can move through life's journey with a few less scars. Learn to trust the voice, seek discernment, and ask for the strength to follow the instructions given.