BLK FLNGS Podcast

This week, the ladies are joined by their friend Mookie to discuss how he overcame depression, and how he plans on using his degree in psychology to help him in his career as a registered nurse.
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We love hearing stories of people sharing their struggles and being vulnerable. There is so much power in the community and sharing ! If you would like to share your stories/journey about seeking therapy, please reach out to us on our Instagram or email us at [email protected]!!

This week the ladies have an amazing conversation with Melanie Reid, LCSW of Talking For Wellness, and her own practice Therapy On the Move. They discuss why people should go to therapy-- specifically black people and shares what she does for her own mental well-being and self-care. She provides tips on how to manage anxiety about going back to work during this "new" normal and also provides tips on how to keep love alive and fresh during quarantine with your significant other. This was such a great episode, hope you enjoy listening to the episode as much as the ladies enjoyed recording it. You may want to hear this at a slower speed--many gems were dropped!
If you would like to reach out to Melanie you can contact her
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We'd like to also remind you that if you are in need of community or you would like to share your story, Ilia and Monica are here for you! Don't be afraid to slide in the DM's or email us at [email protected]
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This episode, Ilia and Monica discuss how therapy is portrayed in television, from dramas like A Million Little Things and This is Us to reality shows like The Real Housewives. They continue to unravel layers of themselves by comparing their own therapy sessions to those on TV, and also express their mutual adoration for Sterling K. Brown.
If you are listening to this episode, we thank you for your continued support and for sticking with us! While we don't know what life holds, we're looking forward to reconnecting.
Are you looking to collaborate, connect, or just need some advice? We are here for you! Please feel free to reach out to us here:
[email protected].
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Welcome back! This episode, Ilia and Monica discuss taking the time to reflect on their accomplishments rather than always pushing forward, and rekindle the conversation on setting boundaries when it comes to caring for family and friends. As well, they share a tip from Mel Robbins on why it is necessary to "High 5" yourself to help release positive hormones during a very sensory-deprived pandemic. The girls also share a moment when they reflect on the people they've lost in the past couple years, and put action to their words when it comes to showing support and strength for one another.
Check out Mel Robbins' interview with The Breakfast Club here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-breakfast-club/id1232428553?i=1000539202932
If you are listening to this episode, we thank you for your continued support and for sticking with us! While we don't know what life holds, we're looking forward to reconnecting.
Are you looking to collaborate, connect, or just need some advice? We are here for you! Please feel free to reach out to us here:
[email protected].
Don't forget to check out our social media:

IG - @blkflngspodcast
Facebook - @blkflngspodcast

The ladies hold nothing back in this week's episode!
Ilia and Monica give their latest updates surrounding COVID-19, and hold a moment of silence for the lives lost due to the Coronavirus and other causes. They express feeling helpless and the actions they are taking to combat it.
They then discuss Race-Based Stress/Trauma after the disturbing video of Ahmaud Arbery's tragic murder was released early last week.
Monica shares tips on how to deal with race-based stress, based on information in the article below:
https://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/24/magazine/racisms-psychological-toll.html
As mentioned in the episode the Crisis Text Line number is 741741.
The book mentioned by is Ilia:
"The Unapologetic Guide To Black Mental Health" by Dr.Rheeda Walker.
Although we are still going through some unprecedented times, finding your inner peace and creating structure can help get you through however long our lockdown lasts. Be healthy and safe, and please, stay inside!
Lastly, finding someone to talk to is a challenge--but don't give up! You don't have to go through anything alone. Ilia & Monica are here for you if you are in need of a community! If you'd like to possibly be a guest on our podcast to share tips on maintaining normalcy, or if you'd just like to vent or tell your story during this time, reach out to us here: [email protected].
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