Most people get boundaries backwards. The real issue is not whether you have them, it is whether you are setting a standard for yourself or trying to control someone else.Sam Perkins, licensed therapist and host of Grounded Talks, turns a popular topic into a practical reset with a candid follow-up to a live panel conversation on boundaries. If you have ever wondered why your boundaries keep getting ignored, broken, or misunderstood, this episode gets straight to the part that actually changes things.You will discover the difference between a boundary, a rule, an expectation, and an ultimatum, plus why some of the things people call "boundaries" are really avoidance in disguise. Sam breaks down how to tell whether you are protecting your peace or trying to manage another person’s behavior, and why that distinction matters more than most people realize.He also shares a simple but powerful framework for holding your ground.
1 Oct 2026
Faith, Therapy & Wholeness: A Conversation on Mental Health and Ministry w/ Pastor Damon
Can faith and therapy work together? In this honest conversation, Sam Perkins sits down with Pastor Damon L. Pierson to unpack the relationship between mental health, Christian discipleship, and pastoral care.
They explore why seeking therapy is not a sign of weak faith, how pastors can recognize when someone needs additional support, the importance of confidentiality and emotional safety in church spaces, and why leaders need care too. Grounded in real-life examples, faith, and compassion, this episode invites listeners to pursue wellness without separating their spiritual and mental health journeys.
24 Sept 2026
The Truth About Suicide Risk: Most People Look "Completely Normal"
Suicidal thoughts rarely look like what people expect, and that’s exactly why this conversation matters. Licensed therapist Sam Perkins explores the real signs, the questions that can help, and what to do when someone says, “I don’t want to be here anymore.”Sam opens with a deeply personal story from his first experience responding to a death by suicide and explains how that moment changed the way he thinks about safety, connection, and mental health support. Instead of focusing on a single warning sign, he makes the case for something even more important: depth. The more you truly know your people, the more likely you are to notice when something is wrong.
If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 for immediate support, or call 911 if you need emergency help.
2 Jul 2026
The Unexpected Power of Mentorship in Black Men's Lives (With Raashan Wahid)
Host Raashan Wahid interviews himself about the unexpected power of mentorship and resilience in Black men's lives, offering insights into healing and growth.
5 Mar 2026
Buried Dreams: Resurrecting Your Million-Dollar Gifts
Sam Perkins reveals how fear and comparison bury our dreams, offering practical strategies to resurrect your million-dollar gifts through energy, affirmation, and time.
26 Feb 2026
Thriving in Singleness: Building Love and Purpose
Sam Perkins guides listeners on thriving in singleness by redefining love and building a purposeful life through self-love and relational readiness.
19 Feb 2026
Mental Health as a Civil Right
Host Sam Perkins explores how mental health is a civil right, particularly for the Black community, highlighting barriers and healing as resistance.
12 Feb 2026
The Power of Commitment in Personal Growth
Host Sam Perkins interviews himself on the power of commitment over resolutions for sustainable personal growth and achieving aspirations.
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