#FreeAdviceFriday
A live question and answer session about all things mental health with mental health revolutionary, Dr. Spirit.
Episodes
#FAF February 20th, 2025: Why You Keep Choosing the Familiar Pain.. Healing, Boundaries, and Real Self-Care
📋 Episode Summary: In this soul-stirring episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit dives deep into what it means to actually feel your feelings, connect to your body's wisdom, and break free from cycles of self-sabotage. She takes live questions from listeners on topics ranging from people-pleasing, choosing unhealthy relationships, and struggling to accept appreciation — to finding the right thera
#FAF June 13th, 2025: You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup—But You Can Refill It
In this heartfelt and raw episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit creates a soul-nourishing space for listeners navigating emotional overload, burnout, and heartbreak. Addressing everything from the physical toll of chronic stress to the stigma of mental illness in African and Caribbean cultures, she provides affirming, real-time coaching that blends psychological insight with deep spiritual comp
#FAF June 6th, 2025: Why Am I Still Holding On? Letting Go with Love & Liberation
In this heartfelt episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit brings radical honesty and soul-nourishing wisdom to listeners dealing with burnout, depression, grief, boundary violations, toxic relationships, and familial trauma. Broadcasting on location with an NFL team, she reminds us of the importance of self-honoring decisions, personalized care, and rest as resistance. Spirit answers anonymous li
#FAF May 30th, 2025: Healing Isn't a Performance... The Boundary, the Breakdown, and the Breakthrough
This week on #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit invites listeners to shed their emotional armor and get real about the inner work. From misunderstood boundaries and emotional burnout in marriage 💔, to rekindling romantic connection through chemistry and compatibility 💞, this episode dives deep into how our mental health patterns shape every interaction we have — especially with ourselves. Whether it's
#FAF May 23rd, 2025: Triggered, Trapped, and Transformed: Decoding the Signals of Your Soul
In this vulnerable, truth-filled session of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit takes listeners on a healing journey through personal triggers, emotional trauma, and the misunderstood nature of feelings as messages from the soul. Answering a variety of listener-submitted questions, she decodes difficult relational dynamics, cultural clashes, childhood trauma, and even the mystery of chronic pain. With
#FAF May 16th, 2025: Let That Man Go! Boundaries, Burnout & the Power of You
In this intimate and powerful episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit creates space for deep soul healing through emotional validation, psychological insight, and spiritual encouragement. She begins by inviting listeners to check in with their bodies and honor their emotional truths. From there, she answers heartfelt listener questions on toxic relationships, emotional detachment, postpartum dyna
#FAF May 9th, 2025: Healing Out Loud (Love Lessons, Life Clarity & Soulful Truths)
📋 Episode Summary: In this emotionally resonant episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit returns from speaking at a UN mental health convening to pour wisdom, clarity, and compassion into her global audience. Covering deeply personal listener letters, she unpacks the real reasons behind relationship confusion, emotional overwhelm, and self-abandonment. With her signature blend of soulful truth and
#FAF April 18th, 2025: When Your Body Says 'Enough'
📋 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit invites listeners into a deeply healing space where soulful guidance meets practical psychology. Tackling topics from burnout and emotional exhaustion to setting healthy boundaries and navigating the complexities of modern relationships, she weaves cultural wisdom with clinical expertise. You'll hear answers to raw liste
#FAF April 11th, 2025: Burnout, Boundaries & Breakups: Soulful Healing Starts Here
In this powerful soul-to-soul session, Dr. Spirit returns with love, wisdom, and practical healing tools to help listeners navigate the highs and lows of life. From anxiety in therapy to dating at 66, dealing with difficult co-workers, and confronting perfectionism, this episode meets you wherever you are on your mental wellness journey. With heartfelt listener Q&As, Spirit guides the audience thr
#FAF April 4th, 2025
In this transformative episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit guides listeners through the complexities of emotional healing with deep empathy and clinical insight. She answers real-time questions about anxious attachment, people-pleasing, choosing emotionally unavailable partners, and how to know when you're ready for love. With compassion and clarity, Spirit teaches how to turn inward, honor y
#FAF March 28th, 2025
In this heartfelt episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit offers deep soul-level healing and practical advice for managing burnout, overcoming depression, navigating cultural identity, setting boundaries, and healing from breakups. She passionately reminds listeners to check in with their bodies, not just their thoughts, and highlights the importance of rest, discernment, and self-honoring decisi
#FAF March 21st, 2025
📌 Episode Summary: In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit welcomes listeners into a vulnerable and transformative space of growth, healing, and self-discovery. She opens with a grounding conversation about how we label our emotions and encourages a deeper awareness of what we're truly feeling. Through heartfelt listener questions, Dr. Spirit explores the
#FAF March 14th, 2025
In this insightful episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit tackles a wide range of topics centered around mental health, relationships, trauma, and personal growth. She opens with a grounding reflection on resilience and self-care, emphasizing the importance of therapy, breathwork, and holistic wellness. Throughout the episode, she provides in-depth advice on: Recognizing and managing anxiety an
From The Vault : December 20th, 2019 w/ Margena Carter, LMFT
In this special birthday edition of #FreeAdviceFriday, Spirit and guest therapist Margena Carter dive into pressing mental health topics, relationships, and personal growth. The episode features live audience questions about setting boundaries, co-parenting struggles, navigating breakups, exploring identity, and managing anxiety. In addition to answering listener questions, Spirit leads a fundrais
#FAF March 7th, 2025
In this episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, Dr. Spirit invites listeners to check in with themselves, offering guidance on emotional self-awareness and managing overwhelming feelings. She addresses anonymous questions on relationships, career growth, parenting, personal identity, and boundaries. Discussions include navigating dating after divorce, turning down a promotion without seeming unambitious, pr
From The Vault : August 19th, 2016 w/ Jon Diggs, LPC and Lydia Johnson, LPC
In this engaging and insightful first episode of #FreeAdviceFriday, renowned psychotherapist Dr. Spirit is joined by therapists Jon Diggs and Lydia Johnson to provide real, unfiltered advice on relationships, mental health, and personal growth. Listeners submit their questions, and the panel tackles tough topics such as trust issues in relationships, setting boundaries, overcoming personal struggl
#FAF February 28th, 2025
In this episode, Dr. Spirit delves into the importance of staying present and engaged with our emotions, especially during challenging times. She emphasizes the dangers of checking out emotionally and provides actionable strategies to maintain mental wellness. Through insightful listener questions, Dr. Spirit explores themes of intimidation, betrayal, marriage dynamics, parental relationships, men
From The Vault : April 26th, 2019 w/ Jason Phillips, LCSW
Here's another great #FreeAdviceFriday from the vaults. This one features Licensed Social Worker Jason Phillips who tried to convince me this was his very first podcast. Then he turned around and killed it like the pro that he is! I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed answering the questions. JOIN US LIVE EACH FRIDAY 12 NOON ET! 00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:00] Differences Between So
#FAF February 21st, 2025
[00:00:00] Introduction Welcome to Free Advice Friday Broadcasting from the wellness center Commitment to the audience despite a busy schedule [00:01:00] Emotional Check-In Feeling "taxed" and acknowledging global challenges Shoutout to mental health professionals in low-resource and war-torn areas Encouraging listeners to check in with their own feelings [00:04:00] Managing Heavy Emotions Re
From The Vault : May 5th, 2017 w/ Dr. Glenna Anderson, LCSW
Here's a great throwback to when #FreeAdviceFriday featured guest Therapists. This was the first time I met Dr. Glenna. Immediately I knew we would go on to become friends. JOIN US LIVE EACH FRIDAY 12 NOON ET! Introduction & Overview of Free Advice Friday (00:00:00 - 00:02:00) Understanding Family of Origin and Relationship Patterns (00:02:00 - 00:04:00) Trust Issues in a Relationship
#FAF February 14th, 2025
Opening and Introduction (00:00 - 04:00) Box Breathing Technique (04:00 - 11:00) The Importance of Self-Regulation (11:00 - 18:00) Audience Q&A: Relationships and Boundaries (18:00 – 1:12:00) Ghosting vs. Staying Away for Good (18:00 - 25:00) Overcoming Overwhelm and Paralysis (25:00 - 33:00) Imposter Syndrome for New Mental Health Professionals (33:00 - 37:00) Grief and Coping St
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