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3 Psychs and a Mic is a podcast hosted by three Black, female psychologists who discuss a variety of topics through the lens of psychology in a way that is relatable and relevant to listeners.
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Who can believe we have already made our way into February! Where did January go? Maybe you set out at the beginning of this year with a plan to make moves in one direction, but you are already realizing it’s time to move differently. If so, this episode is for you! This episode is all about the power of the pivot and how changing our mind, or dire…
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It’s already the end of 2021! The “New Year, New Me!” mentality can have you out here making premature jumps before you actually ready. We’ve all done it, but don’t get caught up this year. If you’re spending parts of today setting goals and thinking about how you want to walk into the new year, listen to this episode first! On this special New Yea…
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With the holiday season in full swing, it can seem like you’re conjuring the old Fabolous song Throw It in The Bag! You’re definitely not alone with this one. In this episode, the 3 Psychs break down the woes of consumerism, especially during the holidays. They chat about where their personal consuming hangups stem from and pinpoint ways to be more…
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Remember that person you thought you couldn’t live without? Well in the words of Kelly from Insecure, look at you “thriving in abundance, limitless”. Note: This episode contains a discussion of intimate partner violence and abuse which may be provocative for some. Be sure to listen with intent and care for yourself. In Part 2 of this Two-Part serie…
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“Wait, how do I know if I’m being love bombed?” Have you ever wondered or talked to someone who is wondering if the shower of love is real or if that love is in fact abusive? Note: This episode contains discussion of intimate partner violence and abuse which may be provocative for some. Be sure to listen with intent and care for yourself. In Part 1…
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Welcome to November, the official season of Fall! Just in time for the season that reminds us that change can be beautiful, Dr. Erica and Dr. Shari chat about how to embrace change, even when it’s hard. The highlights of this conversation capture ways to be open to transitions by planning as much as possible, limiting change, and approaching shifts…
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Have you ever been shamed for being selfish or have you worried about how others would perceive you if you decided to make a decision that solely benefitted your own wellbeing? Yeah...us too! On this episode, the 3 Psychs sit down with Dr. Marcuetta Sims (@drmarcuettasims), a licensed psychologist and the owner of The Worth, Wisdom, and Wellness Ce…
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After a long summer break, the 3 Psychs are back together again! Yes, Dr. Erica is back on the mic! Have you been feeling overwhelmed with getting back into the swing of things? Maybe you’re heading back into the office, your children are heading back into school, or things just seem to be picking back up even though ‘The Vid’ has you feeling burne…
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Ever had a vision for how you wanted to live your life but held yourself back from taking the leap because of internal limits that you have placed on yourself? Yes? Us too! We are often so trapped in the lives that we believe we are ‘supposed to have’ that we never leap into the lives we deserve! On this week’s episode, April and Shari sit down wit…
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Childhood friends are the benchmark of our lives, no matter where we go, what we do. They will always come by and take you to the place where you belong. Everyone has a friend during each stage of life. But only lucky ones have the same friend in all stages of life. On this week’s episode, April and Shari invite two of their best childhood friends …
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They say “laughter is the best medicine”, and since it’s the kick-off of Mental Health Awareness Month let’s talk about the connection between laughter and mental health. This week, April and Shari are joined by comedian DaWayne Nettles (@misternettles) of Certified Comics and cohost of Laughs and Hip Hop Podcast (@laughsandhiphoppodcast). Tune in …
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While 1 Psych is away the other 2 will play! With Erica on maternity leave, April and Shari will be inviting guest co-hosts to the mic for some fun and conversation! On this week’s episode, April and Shari sit down with James Patrick the Fitness Guru and owner of James Patrick Fitness and Wellness Studio (@jamespatrickfitnessandwellness) in Columbi…
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Have you heard the saying, “It is better to give than to receive”? We certainly have and we’ve got questions! In this week’s episode, the ladies discuss discrepancies of this statement and explore why it is so difficult to lean on others in times of need. The 3 Psychs dish about how thinking it is better to give often leads to feeling insecure abou…
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How many times do we put ourselves last, or people please to control an outcome? Are these instances, self-betrayals of our personal values and needs? On this week’s episode, the 3 Psychs dive into the topic of self-betrayal. They spend time defining what this means for them and give tips on how you can start noticing if you are falling into the pa…
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It’s hard to believe that March is already here! For many people, this month ushers in the season called March Madness and for the 3 Psychs, it’s no different. On this week’s episode, the ladies dish about the areas of madness in their lives. Listen in as they coach each other on strategies that help with managing life’s chaos including finding way…
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Do you believe in fairytale love? Once upon a time, we did too! February is the month for love and on this week’s episode the 3 Psychs tackle the notion that we read and see in many fairytales...is love enough? The ladies dive into lessons they learned about love from fairytales, church, and family that has not always led to reality. Listen in to h…
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Have you ever been told that you can’t have your cake and eat it too? If so, you’re probably thinking the same thing we are...what’s the point of having cake if you can’t eat it?! You can absolutely figure out how to have it all! On this week’s episode, the 3 Psychs are joined by guest Dr. Farrah Harden (Insta: @thevoguemd) and they tackle the myth…
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We made it to 2021! Aye!!....NOW WHAT?! We were all ready to move past 2020, but 2021 is the apple that did not fall too far from the tree! This episode the ladies chat about what happened to their 2020 goals and how to move forward in 2021 with caution. Don't touch a thing because we can't afford anything that breaks! In the media minute the psych…
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It's almost the new year so get ready to see all the "cut em off" speeches on social media, but are we sometimes too premature with our cut off game? The 3 Psychs weigh in on the topic of out with the old as you go into the new. The ladies discuss this topic and give tips on how to be intentional as you are evaluating your relationships. Question O…
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So nice we did it twice! Need strategies for surviving the holiday season this year? We've talked about some great tips for how to making through family relationships, gift giving, and tough feelings that surface around this time. Check out this throwback episode and let us know what your current concerns are with the holiday season in the time of …
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We are sure that in some form, everyone has experienced hurt or disappointment but what happens when it comes from a space or group where you least expected it? This week, the 3 Psychs dive into dialogue about 'Church Hurt' and why this is so damaging for some many people. Listen in while the ladies share their personal experiences and strategies t…
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What delicious delectables will be on your plates this Thanksgiving?! Well, this year the 3 Psychs are bringing the Thanksgiving Gumbo! Not literally, but this episode has all things Thanksgiving included, kind of like a good Louisiana gumbo! Listen in as the ladies discuss how to get through this one-of-a-kind Thankgiving celebration. They discuss…
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Have you ever wondered what it means when someone says "Do your work"? Well, if you'd like to see a real life example check out Mike Tyson...YES, Mike Tyson! On this week's episode, the 3 Psychs are joined by Dr. Napoleon Wells (Insta ID: urbrotheriam) and they dive headfirst into the Hotboxin with Mike Tyson Podcast episode with Boosie! The 4 psyc…
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It's post-election! Are you in your feelings? Do you have a lot of feelings that you can't explain or name? Yeah, us too so let's talk about it! On this week's episode the ladies dive deep into their post-election emotions and talk about dealing with all of their feelings! How have you been feeling? Episode Shout Out: Dr. Charminae (Insta: @drcharm…
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Do you find it hard to dodge the allure of busy? Well you are not alone! This week's episode was inspired by a listener question from @thelayab (the Atlanta-based Blogger of TheLayaB.com)! She asked about the difficulty with stillness and being overwhelmed with being busy! Can you relate? We sure can! Listen in as the 3 Psychs chat about their own …
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Did you know positivity can become counterproductive and harmful when it's used to avoid the realities of life? This week the ladies of 3 Psychs and A Mic discuss what happens when a positive attitude becomes unhelpful and how it can impact relationships. The Psychs give tips on how to notice if your positivity is toxic and how to decrease the "Onl…
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On today's episode the 3 Psychs talk about automatic thought patterns that can trap you in negative assumptions and negative perceptions of yourself and other. The ladies share their own personal traps and strategies they use to overcome them. Listen in to start identifying your own thought traps! Check out what the ladies are grateful for and how …
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Medications can be helpful with managing mental health concerns, but knowing where to start can be difficult. We've got you covered! On today's episode, the 3 Psychs are joined by board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Raynia McGee (Insta: themcgeeview). Dr. McGee helps to shed light on the common misconceptions of psychiatric medications and gives great…
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Have you ever wondered how the adult relationships you witnessed as a child impact the current relationships you have as an adult? Well, we're here to talk about it today! This week the 3 Psychs discuss lessons they learned in childhood about relationships and how these lessons impact the narrative they use to enter into relationships as an adult. …
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In case you the Facebook Live Celebration of our 1 Year Anniversary, we captured the dialogue for you here! Listen in for Part Two of the dialogue! We can't believe it's been a year of poddin' with you all! We are so grateful for our listeners and excited to celebrate this amazing podcast. Listen in as we chat about special moments, favorite episod…
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In case you missed last week's Facebook Live Celebration of our 1 Year Anniversary, we captured the dialogue for you here! We can't believe it's been a year of poddin' with you all! We are so grateful for our listeners and excited to celebrate this amazing podcast. Listen in as we chat about special moments, favorite episodes, and hopes for the nex…
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If you have been procrastinating on going to therapy because you're unsure of the process this episode is for you! This week the ladies shine a light on the process of therapy from finding the right therapist for you to what happens in the first few sessions! Listen in as the ladies discuss questions to ask in therapy, what a theoretical orientatio…
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This week the ladies of 3 Psychs and A Mic chat about happenings on social media and their take on the world wide web. The ladies cover topics including The Sweetie Pie Hitman, Megan and Kamala and Respectability Politics, and Brandy VERSUZ Monica! Check out the question of the week as the ladies share the songs that get them in the mood-- the HAPP…
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In case you this week's Facebook Live, we captured the dialogue for you here! On this interesting Facebook Live Episode, the 3 Psychs dive head first into Gender Wars with special guests Chad Hullett (@knwldgizpwr) and Marvin Price (@mjp0010)! Do men have to finance dates? Do women think all men are dogs? They tackle these questions and so much mor…
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On this week's episode of 3 Psychs and A Mic the ladies chat about the difficulties of STILL managing COVID and what has been useful for their mental health. The dive into the power of looking at the positives during the pandemic and wonder if we are living in the 'sign of the times' days! Listen in for the Media, Madness, and Memes segment where t…
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This week the ladies of 3 Psychs and A Mic take some time to chat about the taboo topics that everyone has experienced but no one likes to disclose (ironic right?!) -- Secrets and Lies! The Psychs talk about why we hold secrets and the psychological impacts of keeping others in the dark. No one likes to be called "liar, liar" but lies often come in…
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On this week's episode of 3 Psychs and A Mic the ladies chat about the infamous 'entanglement' heard around the world and ask the question, "Should celebrities have the right to privacy"! The ladies discuss obsessions with celebrity culture and the larger implications this has on our own mental psyche and self perceptions. Listen in for the Media, …
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The ladies of 3 Psychs and a Mic have a very special 3-Part Self-Care Through Meditation Series for you over the next few weeks! In the words of Audre Lorde, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare," wrote in A Burst of Light" and Other Essays. Self-care is a form of protest. On to…
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The ladies of 3 Psychs and a Mic have a very special 3-Part Self-Care Through Meditation Series for you over the next few weeks! In the words of Audre Lorde, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare," wrote in A Burst of Light" and Other Essays. Self-care is a form of protest. On to…
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The ladies of 3 Psychs and a Mic have a very special 3-Part Self-Care Through Meditation Series for you over the next few weeks! In the words of Audre Lorde, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare," wrote in A Burst of Light" and Other Essays. Self-care is a form of protest. On to…
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On this week's episode of 3 Psychs and A Mic the ladies talk ALL THINGS Insecure finale! They give their honest reactions to the season finale and discuss the characters, their relationships, and the infamous "Baby-gate"! They also share their projections for next season! Also, listen in for a peek into the next upcoming episodes and what the 3 Psy…
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This week on 3 Psychs and a Mic the ladies discuss the infamous 'Imposter Syndrome' and why we all experience those moments we question our right to be at the table. They dive into highlighting how doubts, having a harsh inner critic, and stereotypes can increase the likelihood that you will experience this. Lastly, the note strategies for escaping…
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This week the ladies of 3 Psychs And A Mic are TIRED! (Yes, psychologists get tired too!) After a LONG 14 days of talking about and managing the impact of racial trauma, the 3 Psychs felt it important to take their own advice and practice self care! They did not leave you hanging though! Listen in to a fun episode they recorded back in April called…
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In case you this week's Facebook Live, we captured the dialogue for you here! On this very timely Facebook Live Episode, the 3 Psychs dive into discussing the killing of George Floyd and the impacts racial trauma has on the Black Community. The ladies were joined by a special guest and psychologist Dr. CJ Helm (@professor_helm) to break down the di…
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On this week's episode the ladies of 3 Psych and A Mic discuss beliefs they once carried when younger but have since grown out of. The ladies tackle maturity and factors that led to their evolving. What beliefs do you want to shed or grow into? Listen in for the Media, Madness, and Memes segment where the ladies also discuss Joe Biden's epic commen…
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In case you missed last night's Facebook Live, we captured the dialogue, laughs, and shade for you! On this very special Facebook Live Episode, the 3 Psychs dive into the Blame Game of Insecure (*SPOILER: There are no winners!*) The ladies discuss if they are #teamIssa or #teamMolly! They also talk further about relationship break downs like lack o…
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This week the ladies of 3 Psychs And A Mic are still checked into the Heartbreak Hotel and continue the discussion of breaking up. This time they shed light on some quick and dirty tips when leaving a relationship. They cover the Dos and Don'ts of social media stalking, self-forgiveness, and reaching out to the old flame's new boo! Listen in for th…
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On this week's episode of 3 Psychs and A Mic the ladies visit Heartbreak Hotel and discuss why break ups are hard to do. They mention some of the factors that make saying the final goodbyes difficult like attachment styles, expectations, and loss of identity! Listen in for the Media, Madness, and Memes segment where the ladies also discuss good des…
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On this week's episode the ladies of 3 Psych and A Mic continue to discuss Taking Space, however they switch it up and talk about how to navigate when others take up TOO MUCH space! The ladies dish about how they have claimed space and worked to make room in situations and relationships that did not leave much room for them to show up authentically…
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This week the ladies of 3 Psychs And A Mic continue the discussion of "showing up" authentically and fully in the world by talking about taking up space! They cover what it means to garner your space and give some tips and strategies for how this can be done successfully. Also, they share their personal struggles and triumphs with taking up space i…
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