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The Abstract Podcast

The Abstract Podcast

By Daniel Ikejimba Jr. & Lala Openi

The Abstract Podcast is about mental wellness and flipping the script. Partners in life and in business, hosts Openi & MOMB share unfiltered realness, relatable experiences, and laughter while building awareness on coping & resiliency in relationships.
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"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.4

The Abstract PodcastJun 27, 2022

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"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.4

"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.4

This here is the FINAL episode of MOMB's BlackSheep Breakthrough Chronical!

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Jun 27, 202210:07
"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.3

"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.3

Here is part 3! This episode brings to light MOMB's breakthrough and the after-effects of its manifestation.

Part 4 coming next week!

Jun 24, 202207:30
"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.2

"The one who grew to hug their demons" p.2

Here is part 2 of this chronicle! This episode picks up where the first left off and dives into the origin of MOMB's relationship with Jupiter and the suffering that is ensured.

Narrated by MOMB.

Part 3 coming next week!

Jun 20, 202215:53
BlackSheep Breakthru Chronicals: "The one who grew to hug their demons" p.1
Jun 13, 202216:09
WTF Is Going On?
Jun 06, 202218:26
Coping Mechanisms

Coping Mechanisms

Daniel Ikejimba Jr. aka Medulla Ohm Blongata (MOMB) & Lala Openi (Openi) introduce the first episode of The Abstract Podcast, and discuss coping mechanisms.

Mar 03, 202246:02
Giving & Receiving Criticism

Giving & Receiving Criticism

The final episode of the szn! Tap in to cruise through feedback!
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Music
Intro and Outro: Phantom of the Opera by Marow
Background: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdneMkKn1Ugandt=1361s (Beats By Con)
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You Do You! F**k Imposter Syndrome
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Food 4 Thought
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Afro-Asian Liberation: From Oppression Olympics to Radical Joy
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*Mind* Your Business, That's All
May 30, 202102:23:55
Embracing Your Anxiety

Embracing Your Anxiety

In this episode, we talkin' bout anxiety. We cover the evolutionary psychology purpose of anxiety, differentiate between anxiety and fear, share personal experiences in coping with it, and get into why anxiety is more common now than ever before. We've got some juicy gems in this one so don't miss out!
Music Credits:
Intro: "Embodying A Body"
Written and Performed by Openi
Mastered and Composed by Aware Wolf
Outro: "FlightWavez"
Produced by Hurric4n3Ike
Apr 29, 202101:46:36
Old Habits Die Hard
Mar 30, 202101:57:36
Tending To Your Garden
Feb 28, 202102:18:33
2020 Year of Clarity, 2021...
Jan 31, 202101:35:32
Free All Friend Slaves

Free All Friend Slaves

On this Season 1 finale, Openi and MOMB discuss the concept of "friend slaves", the dangers that come with them, and recommend ways you can take control over your healing while freeing the friend slaves you may have in your life.
Oct 30, 202001:22:03
Use Your Words

Use Your Words

MOMB and Openi get into the power behind your words and why you should use them. Touching on attachment styles, explaining what "active constructive communication" is, while stressing the importance of how you talk to yourself, in relation to effectively communicating with the outside world in a way that everyone gets their needs met!
Much of the content discussed relates back to episode 3 "EQ/Emotional Intelligence" so if you want to a jump start on learning how to improve your communication and understanding of yourself, hop over to that episode for a recap before hitting play on this one.
Be sure to check out The Abstract on patreon (patreon.com/theabstract), Instagrams (@this.should.fix.everything) or simply shoot us an email to let us know what's on your mind (asktheabstract@gmail.com).
Oct 01, 202001:20:45
Compassion & Holding Space
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Preventive Medicine

Preventive Medicine

On this episode MOMB and Openi dive into the concept of preventive healthcare and preventing the occurrence of diseases and conditions in the human body. They bring up concepts we should talk about with our doctors/healers, dismantle the "rule" on when you should see a doctor/healer, reveal personal experiences with trying to be a healthy child, and much more!
Relevant content on this very discussion has also been created and was posted on The Abstract patreon (https://www.patreon.com/theabstract?fan_landing=true (https://www.patreon.com/theabstract)) for free and accessible for everyone! Be sure to check out their patreon and join their community to get more access to quality content!
Jul 31, 202001:15:16
Black Health Matters

Black Health Matters

On this episode, Openi and MOMB explore the concept of health with Danielle Keenan (Cosmology Black; acupuncturist and masseuse), Sumayyah Franklin (Sumi's Touch; traditional birthworker), and Jazz Hudson (Goddess Butter; CEO, professor, mother), who go onto share their childhood experiences, ways to analyze your health, and so much more!
Jun 30, 202001:57:54
Finding Joy

Finding Joy

On this episode, Openi and MOMB discuss the concepts of happiness and joy, the pillars of happiness, and questions for finding the activities that bring more satisfaction! Check it out now!
May 30, 202001:06:49
EQ

EQ

How big is your EQ? On this episode, Openi and MOMB break down the meaning of "emotional intelligence" while serving up some food for thought on ways to develop/improve/understand your own EQ.
Apr 28, 202001:00:20
Operating Doomsday

Operating Doomsday

Are you prepared for the end of the world? MOMB and Openi discuss their vision of the apocalypse, share reflections on humanity and the state of the world alongside two special guests!
Mar 27, 202001:20:18