No matter the season or time of year, there’s always a reason to be in your garden. Sure, we have to tend to what we plant, but we also have to do the same for ourselves! Studies have shown the benefits and positive effects that gardening can have on our mental health. Join Dr. Imani and Meg as they share their personal green thumb stories with special guest Taylor Lindsey, The Plant Plug of Los Angeles. If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at...

“It didn’t even happen that way. You’re just making things up!” Okay, but are you really? A term that dates back to the 1944 film ‘Gaslight,’ gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse by manipulating someone into questioning their personal experiences, feelings, perceptions, or even their sanity. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they discuss what gaslighting looks like, when and where it can happen, and how to put an end to it. Plus, the duo shares a pop culture diagnosis on Erica Mena from the...

Have you ever considered how dependent we all are on digital devices? From computers to phones, tablets, and watches, many of us spend countless hours consuming digital content and staring at screens—even now as we type this episode description. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they unpack the importance of digital detoxes, and taking time away from our devices. The ladies share a new pop culture diagnosis on 'Meech' from the Starz show 'BMF.' If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please...

Despite the increase in conversations that focus on mental health awareness, the topic of therapy is sensitive for most. The act of seeking help and talking about one’s personal mental health experiences is something that should be embraced, especially when you find a safe space and a professional that suits you. Join the ladies of Imani State of Mind as they unpack the truths of therapy and perform a pop culture diagnosis on Whitney from the Starz show ‘Run the World’. If you'd like to...

Dr. Imani is reaching for her notepad to prescribe mandatory rest for all listeners! You get a nap, you get a nap, everybody gets a nap! Living through chaos and finding time to unplug can seem incredibly hard, but only if you make it that way. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they discuss the importance of rest, finding time to shut your mind off, and ways we can all start resting better. The ladies also perform a pop culture diagnosis on Joe from the Netflix series ‘You'. If you'd like to...

Truth? Your wellness journey has been fueling a billion-dollar industry. It's time to embrace the idea of wholeness and go deeper in our exploration of self. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they uncover the truth behind the deceptive practice and ways we can all practice wholeness. For this week's pop culture diagnosis of Douda from Lena Waithe's show ‘The Chi’. If you'd like to submit a listener letter of your own, please email us at [email protected]. This show is part of the...

Naysayers be damned! Climate change is real and sending most of us into an emotional whirlwind. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they discuss how climate change affects our mental health, answer listener letters, and share their pop culture diagnosis of Jocelyn from the HBO show "The Idol." If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at [email protected]. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us...

The struggle of being Black in predominately white spaces can have a huge impact on our mental health. Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they discuss the effects with guest Toni Ann Johnson, author of ‘Light Skin Gone to Waste’. Plus, the ladies share their pop culture diagnosis of Darcy from the Netflix comedy ‘The Perfect Find’. If you'd like to submit a listener letter of your own, please email us at [email protected]. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are...

Did you know that the pandemic caused a spike in ADHD evaluations? Or that it's led to a nationwide shortage in ADHD medications? Join Dr. Imani and Meg Scoop as they discuss the impact of Adult ADHD and why it’s still on the rise. Plus, the ladies perform a pop culture diagnosis on Dre of Donald Glover’s ’Swarm’ show! If you'd like to submit a listener letter of your own, please email us at [email protected]. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested...

Your favorite psychiatrist is back with an all-new season of the Imani State of Mind podcast! Join Dr. Imani and her co-host Meg Scoop as they answer listener letters, explore the pros and cons of "Grind Culture," and serve a pop culture diagnosis on Effie Morales of 'Power Book II: Ghost'. If you'd like to submit a listener letter of your own, please email us at [email protected]. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this...

Before we ring in the new year, the ladies of Imani State of Mind want to take a look back at the best highlights of 2022!

In a society that romanticizes late nights at the computer, early mornings paired with multiple cups of coffee, and constant, maximum effort to achieve more, choosing rest has become the gift we all need to give ourselves. The ladies of Imani State of Mind chat about the importance of rest on your mental health.

Do the holidays leave you feeling burnt out or uncomfortable? This time of year can be emotionally, physically, and psychologically taxing, if you do not practice the proper self care. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are giving you the tools to set the boundaries you didn't know you needed this holiday season.

Have you ever asked yourself, “why am I always so busy?” If so, there may be something or some feelings you’re avoiding. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are slowing things down to identify your traumas, so you can begin to heal from them.

Have your moral codes been compromised? Learn how to face your decisions and heal from your life choices on the next Imani State of Mind.

Who are the Joneses and why does everyone want to keep up with them? You might be tempted to buy things you don’t need to temporarily boost your self-esteem or your status on social media, but the ladies of Imani State of Mind are diving deep into the psychological damage that comes with Keeping up with the Joneses.

Like all the other relationships in your life, your relationship with food should be a healthy one! If we are what we eat… WHO ARE YOU? Founder of Fit Men Cook, Kevin Curry, shares how his journey and relationship with food saved his life! Stay Connected with us! Email us at [email protected]

As we enter sweater weather and the days are getting shorter, do you  experience seasonal blues instead of seasonal cheer?  Find out how to handle that seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, so you can enjoy this holiday season! If you or anyone you know may be experiencing thoughts of suicide please call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. Stay Connected with us! Email us at [email protected]

How can we create better outcomes for Black women's mental, maternal, and physical health? Planned Parenthood LA’s nurse practitioner, Kara James, is stopping by to share the resources we need to know to help Black women advocate for their health.  Stay Connected with us! Email us at [email protected]

Parenting is hard and even harder when two parents are not seeing eye to eye. Are you struggling with protecting your peace while you co-parent with your ex? The ladies of Imani State of Mind are helping you find ways to co-parent without losing your mind. Tell us what's on your mind and email us at [email protected] with all your questions and comments or head to our website go.crooked.com/isom

Landing your dream job in Corporate America is only half the battle if you're Black. Microaggressions, code switching, and the feeling of having to work twice as hard as your white co-worker are just a few examples of being Black in Corporate America. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are shining the light on what it really means to be Black in corporate America. Tell us what's on your mind and email us at [email protected] with all your questions and comments!

Breakups are never easy and for some never easy to bounce back from. How does a break up mess with your mind? How long should I take to get over the relationship? The ladies of Imani State of Mind are breaking it all down to build you back up after that breakup!

Maintaining your mental health is difficult enough but developing a solid sense of self love to go with it can be even more challenging for those who are just introducing themselves to the path of self-development. The ladies of Imani State of Mind are encouraging self love ! We would love to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] with all your questions and comments!

It’s time to switch it up…LITERALLY! The ladies of Imani State of Mind are going inside the mind of a person living Dissociative Identity disorder… or best known as Multiple personalities disorder. We would love to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] with all your questions and comments!