

Our Mental Health Minute: Session Notes
Our Mental Health Minute
4.9from 14 ratings
- 17
- Episodes
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- 2020
- First episode
About Our Mental Health Minute: Session Notes
Tune in as OurMHM take you beyond their one minute videos (alright we know they are usually a little longer) and go more in depth on mental health topics relevant to all of us!
- Publisher
- Our Mental Health Minute
- Category
- health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 6 Jan 2020
- Latest episode
- 27 Feb 2023
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.

27 Feb 2023
Episode 18| Healthy Relationships Part I: Choosing Me
In this episode, Marlena and Rolanda discuss the importance of self-care for Black folks. We also discuss the temptation to fall into performative self-care and strategies to take better care of our minds. Join us for our season premiere episode! Resources For our first tool, we’ve added a link in the episode notes for a quick video (https://youtu.be/Stw9P38ePVI) that gives a deeper overview of Core Beliefs. This can be helpful for those who may not be familiar with the concept but want to learn more about what Core Beliefs are and how they impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors: Interested in joining the OurMHM Newsletter? Visit: https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Intro Music 4AM by HoliznaPATREON | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/holiznapatreon/) Break Music "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

31 May 2022
Episode 17| Why Black Mental Health?
In this episode, our team comes together to discuss why we are dedicated to Black Mental Health and where we see conversations about Black mental health going in the future. Join CT, Marlena, Rolanda, Raven, Timothy, and Chandler as they discuss what keeps them passionate about this work. Resources from this episode: Recognizing burnout (https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/burnout-prevention-and-recovery.htm) Therapy on Both Sides of the Couch (https://anchor.fm/ourmhm/episodes/Episode-1--Therapy-on-Both-Sides-of-the-Couch-ea0fq5) Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

20 Apr 2022
Episode 16 | The WILL to Change
Y'all know we had to address it! In this installment of session notes, join CT & Timothy as they share their perspectives on "The Slap" & Black masculinity, grounding their work in belle hooks' The Will To Change! Resources for this Episode: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Will-to-Change/bell-hooks/9780743456081 https://www.mentoheal.com/ Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: Break #1: "Mama Used To Say" by Junior Giscombe Break #2: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

28 Feb 2022
Episode 15 | At the Movies: Black Love Stories in Film & TV
"All's fair in love and basketball" "I love you, and that's urgent like a.." Nothing makes us love love like our favorite romantic scenes in TV and movies. But are these scenes and depiction healthy and healthy for us? Join Rolanda and Marlena as they break down the importance of how Black love is depicted in media and how we can make sure our love stories are based in reality! Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: Break #1: "Is This Love" by Corinne Bailey Rae (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended) Break #2: "Wanna Be Loved" by Jill Scott (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended) Outro Music "How Deep is Your Love?" by PJ Morton ft. Yebba (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

21 Feb 2022
Episode 14 | In The Land of The Free: Politics & Mental Health
Join OurMHM for an un-presidented (get it) exploration of the intersections between politics and the mental health of our communities. We discuss CRT and Student Loan Debt. This is not an episode you want to miss! Be sure in particular to catch our One Minute for Your Mind (24:33) to see how you can get involved! Resources from this episode: Make a donation to the 1619 Freedom School -- https://www.1619freedomschool.org/donate (https://www.1619freedomschool.org/donate) Sign up to volunteer for a local candidates’ campaign Call or email your U.S. Senator or Representative to advocate for student loan forgiveness (here's a template (//shorturl.at/grxC8)) Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: Break #1: "Land of The Free" by Joey Bada$$ Break #2: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

31 Jan 2022
Episode 13 | Lessons from the Pandemic
Join R&R (Rolanda and RI) on this week's episode as they reflect on the things we did, and can learn from our time in the pandemic. Plus, get some real tips on rest in this week's One Minute For Your Mind (25:20) Resources from this episode: https://www.apa.org/news/apa/2020/grief-covid-19 (https://www.apa.org/news/apa/2020/grief-covid-19) https://www.mhanational.org/rest-relaxation-and-exercise (https://www.mhanational.org/rest-relaxation-and-exercise) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/sites/default/files/documents/health/publications/so-stressed-out-fact-sheet/20-mh-8125-imsostressedout.pdf (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/sites/default/files/documents/health/publications/so-stressed-out-fact-sheet/20-mh-8125-imsostressedout.pdf) Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: Break #1: "Lesson Learned" by Alicia Keys Break #2: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

17 Jan 2022
Episode 12 | Revisiting King: The Role & Toll of Mental Health Professionals
History often fails to acknowledge the revolutionary that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. truly was. He had radical ideas for how this country should be transformed on so many levels–and he had radical ideas for the fields of social science, psychology, & mental health! Join our entire team as we reflect on and respond to MLK's call! Resources for this episode: King's Challenge to Social Scientists (https://www.apa.org/monitor/features/king-challenge) Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

10 Jan 2022
Episode 11 | Twenty Somethings' New Year's Goals!
New Year, Same Me? On this episode join Raven and Chandler as they discuss the benefits and drawbacks of thinking about and operating from so-called social clocks. Make sure to check out this week's One Minute for your mind (11:28). Resources for this episode: Passion Roadmap by Passion Planner (https://passionplanner.com/products/passion-roadmap) SOL Affirmations (https://soldevelopment.bandcamp.com/merch/sol-affirmations-a-tool-kit-for-reflection-and-manifesting-the-light-within) Today I Affirm Journal (https://www.fivebelow.com/products/today-i-affirm-a-journal-that-nurtures-self-care-by-alexandra-elle?gclid=CjwKCAiAz--OBhBIEiwAG1rIOnrSFDejqd5jCuH5U6EyXcek4ZSH3bbQ9TXemkZmp_WCIKviwCdaAhoCTaEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Visit https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe (https://www.ourmhm.com/subscribe) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: Break #1: "20 Something" by SZA Break #2: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

24 Nov 2021
Episode 10 | Weighing on Us: Facing Binge Eating & Obesity
What's up OurMHM family? Missed us? We are starting off Season 5 just right with our annual Thanksgiving episode. This session notes is on binge eating and obesity. You may hear two new voices: Deaweh and Chandler! The new addition comes to our Thanksgiving table as OurMHM expands to be more than just Ri + CT. Meet the new members of our family here: ourmhm.com/our-team. Interested in joining the #OurMHM Newsletter? Write us at ourmentalhealthminute@gmail.com Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here Break Music: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

17 May 2021
Episode 9 | Back to The Future
On this episode, Ri & CT reflect on the journey that has been Our Mental Health Minute, while sharing their vision for the future of the network! Interested in joining the #OurMHM Network, write us at ourmentalhealthminute@gmail.com Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here Break Music: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

19 Apr 2021
Episode 8 | I Too, Am America
On this episode, Ri & CT invite scholars Lydia Ahn & Annabelle Atkin to courageously share their perspective on the rising surge in anti AAPI sentiment. Resource: https://stopaapihate.org/ (https://stopaapihate.org/) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

20 Apr 2020
Episode 6 | Cannabis: In The Weeds
It is 4/20! RI & CT, plus two special guests & members of the OurMHM team, Marlena & Amour, discuss cannabis in both societal and clinical settings. They answer some questions from the public on the perceptions of cannabis use and therapy. Resources: Marijuana, NIH (https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/marijuana/how-does-marijuana-produce-its-effects) Marijuana Use and Depression, Journal Article (https://www.jstor.org/stable/2676359?seq=1) 2000 Chronic Adolescent Marijuana Use as a Risk Factor for Physical and Mental Health Problems in Young Adult Men, Journal Article (https://psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/2015-34684-001.html) 2015 Factsheet (https://www.rethink.org/advice-and-information/about-mental-illness/learn-more-about-conditions/cannabis-and-mental-health/) made by Rethink Mental Health Criss Jami, Venus in Arms (https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/18853428) | Quote Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 ) Break Music: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | Link here (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry) "Mary Jane" by Rick James (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended) Outro Music "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (all rights reserved; no copyright infringement intended)

6 Apr 2020
Episode 5 | "Do The Right Thing"
In this session, Ri + CT take a minute to discuss ethics in the field of psychology. Why is it important to be certified? What is the big deal with getting a doctorate? And what is up with people fronting on the interwebs? Resources APA’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct | https://www.apa.org/topics/ethics/ (https://www.apa.org/topics/ethics/) Musical Credits Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546) Break Music: "Attitude, Belief and Determination" by Martin L. Dumas, Jr. Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael

23 Mar 2020
Episode 4 | "Tweets & Snaps & Tik Toks, Oh My!"
In this session, RI & CT tackle the role of media-both mass and social--on mental health, highlighting both the good and the bad! Resources: https://www.verywellmind.com/best-mental-health-apps-4692902 https://www.psycom.net/25-best-mental-health-apps Musical Credits: Intro Music: "Rollie" by Yung Kartz | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 | CC BY-NC-ND Break Music:: "Sorry" by Comfort Fit | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry | CC BY-NC-ND Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael

3 Feb 2020
Episode 3 | Blackity Black Black!
On this week's episode, Ri & CT kick off Black History Month by exploring the "why", "what", and "what's next" behind what they do, and invite you to explore how you are striving to make Black History! Pressed for time? Go straight to "One Minute For Your Mind" (11:15) Musical Credits: Intro Music: "Rollie" (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546)by Yung Kartz (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 | CC BY-NC-ND Break #1 Music: "Young, Gifted, & Black" by Nina Simone Break #2 Music:: "Sorry (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry)" by Comfort Fit (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry | CC BY-NC-ND Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (https://www.facebook.com/1ervinmichael)

28 Jan 2020
Episode 2 | "Can't Keep Runnin' Away"
Resources: OurMHM Video on Coping (https://youtu.be/lhfUICA8Nm8): https://youtu.be/lhfUICA8Nm8 Musical Credits: Intro Music: "Rollie" (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546)by Yung Kartz (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 | CC BY-NC-ND Break Music #1: "Runnin'" by Pharcyde Break Music #2: "Sorry (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry)" by Comfort Fit (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry | CC BY-NC-ND Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (https://www.facebook.com/1ervinmichael)

6 Jan 2020
Episode 1 | "Therapy on Both Sides of the Couch"
To kick off the new year, we wanna hit you with a new format: #OurMHM Session Notes PODCAST! Listen to our brief discussion about therapy: what we think about it, our experience with it, and how to find it. Pressed for time? Go straight to "One Minute For Your Mind" (11:28) Resources: Mental Health Assessment CT referenced: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/tests/health/mental-health-assessment Low-Cost Therapy Search Engine Ri referenced: https://www.needymeds.org/free-clinics Musical Credits: Intro Music: "Rollie" (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546)by Yung Kartz (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Yung_Kartz/July_2019/Rollie_1546 | CC BY-NC-ND Break Music: "Sorry (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry)" by Comfort Fit (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/) | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Comfort_Fit/Forget_And_Remember/03_Sorry | CC BY-NC-ND Outro Music: "Jet Langing" by Ervin Michael (https://www.facebook.com/1ervinmichael)
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