A mental health podcast that explores the emotional, relational, and cultural realities that shape who we are. Through conversations about race, anxiety, depression, relationships, family dynamics, work, identity, and personal growth, this podcast invites honest reflection, deeper consciousness, and a more thoughtful way of understanding ourselves and each other.
Send us Fan Mail Being seen sounds simple until you realize how many of us have built our entire lives around not being fully known. We talk about the question that sits underneath so much emotional pain: “Do you really get me?” and what it does to a person when the answer has been unclear for years. This conversation is for anyone who looks fine on the outside, functions well, and still feels lonely, unseen, or strangely disconnected in relationships. If you’ve ever wondered whether l...
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Us Versus Them Thinking
We look at how us-versus-them thinking becomes a cultural habit that quietly harms our mental health and our relationships. IDr. Shemena discusses how fear and vulnerability often sit under anger and certainty, and how making room for nuance restores compassion, critical thinking, and connection. Come back often and make sure you subscribe, rate, and review because I’d love to hear your comments. You can find me at https://shemenajohnson.com. Get in touch with Dr. Shemena ·&n...
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The Other AI
We explore the “other AI” shaping daily life, where artificial intimacy and instant response can feel like care. We ask what it does to attachment, emotional growth, and real connection when comfort becomes a frictionless product. You can find me at https://shemenajohnson.com. All the links to where you can find me are in the show summary. Come back often and make sure you subscribe, rate, and review because I'd love to hear your comments. Get in touch with Dr. Shemena ·...
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