Dr. Thema describes why and how we abandon ourselves. She then provides motivation and methods for learning not to leave ourselves behind.

Episode #125 Addressing Self Abandonment

Dr. Thema describes the impact of wounds and the reasons some people will not apologize. She then describes the necessity and pathway to healing even when an apology does not come. Intro music by Iyeoka. Outro music by Joy Jones.

Episode #132 Healing Without An Apology

Dr. Thema describes unbalanced relationships and potential reasons for the imbalance. She provides tips for recovering after the relationship/situation ends as well as pointers for those who are still in the unbalanced relationship. Intro music by Iyeoka and Outro by Joy Jones.

Episode #133: Unbalanced Relationships

Dr. Thema describes the traits and behaviors that are associated with happier people. Coming home to yourself is not just about reducing distress but also enhancing your happiness. You are here for more than living stuck in survival mode. Preorder the Homecoming book by Dr. Thema Bryant today on amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Target today. Intro music: Iyeoka Outro music: Joy Jones

Episode #136: Increasing Your Happiness

Dr. Thema announces her soon to be released book based on the podcast . It's entitled Homecoming: Overcome Fear and Trauma To Reclaim Your Whole, Authentic Self. Listeners in the US can preorder it now with any major online bookstore. In this episode, she shares why people sometimes present a false self and how to begin living more authentically.

Episode #137 Authenticity: Being Real

Dr. Thema interviews Dr. Julie Radico about her new book You Will Get Through This: A Mental Health First Aid Kit. The episode gives practical tips for addressing body image, relationship with food, insomnia, and chronic pain.

Episode #192 Body and Mind Connection with Dr. Julie Radico

Episode #193 Rebirthing Yourself

Dr. Thema describes the definition, benefits, and steps to living a purposeful life. This week's episode begins with the poem Ego Tripping by Nikki Giovanni. It is performed by Ife Davis.


Episode #195 Living Purposefully

Dr. Thema describes the path to tranquility and provides strategies for living a more tranquil life. To learn more, order her books Homecoming and the Reclaim Yourself Workbook, and preorder her new book Matters of the Heart. Dr. Thema starts this episode with an excerpt from Dr. Jaiya John's poetic story Ashia: A Soft Story of Pilgrimage and Peace from his book We Birth Freedom at Dawn: Volume One. Intro and Outro Music by Joy Jones.

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Episode #196: Tranquilty

Dr. Thema describes what it means to give yourself grace and the importance of self kindness, patience, and understanding. She provides strategies to increasing your graciousness with yourself. Poem read by Ife Davis and written by Rev. Dr. Cecelia Bryant. Intro and Outro music by Joy Jones.

Episode #197: Giving Yourself Grace

Dr. Thema starts with the poem Turning by Lucille Clifton. She then shares specific steps to loving more deeply and holistically. Intro and Outro by Joy Jones. Learn more with Dr. Thema's books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart.

Episode #198 Loving Deeply

Dr. Thema starts with a poem by Rumi and describes strategies for blooming so you can grow and thrive. To learn more, check out her new bestselling book, "Matters of the Heart" available wherever books are sold in hardback, digital, and audo versions. Intro and Outro by Joy Jones.

Episode #200: How to Bloom

Episode #201 Perseverance: How to Persist

Dr. Thema describes political stress, including its consequences and important ways of coping for us to sustain ourselves. The opening reading is an excerpt from Cole Arthur Riley. To learn more check out Dr. Thema's books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. The intro and outro songs are by Joy Jones.

Episode #202 Coping with Political Stress

Dr. Thema describes the importance of not taking the bait of manipulators. She empowers you with specific strategies for resisting manipulation. To learn more, check out her books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. Also check out her interview with Oprah on the Oprah YouTube channel. Intro and outro music by Joy Jones.

#203: Say no to manipulation

Dr. Thema describes curiority and shares the benefits of opening our minds. She then prepares concrete strategies to becoming more curious, more open. 

Intro and Outro music by Joy Jones. Opening reading by Howard Thurman. 

To learn more check out Dr. Thema's new book Matters of the Heart.

Episode #204 Free Your Mind: Getting Curious

Dr. Thema describes some of the dynamics of dating someone who is a trauma survivor. She provides pointers for partners for creating a safe and loving relationship. For additional insights, check out Dr. Thema's book Matters of the Heart and the earlier books Homecoming and Reclaim Yourself. Intro and Outro by Joy Jones. Poem by Dr. Jaiya John from his book We Birth Freedom at Dawn Volume One.

Episode #205 Dating a Trauma Survivor

Dr. Thema describes the challenge of an inner critic/inner bully. She then provides strategies for silencing the inner voices that can keep us stuck and settling. To learn more, check out Dr. Thema's new book Matters of the Heart in hardback, digital, or audio book.

Episode #206 Silencing the Inner Critic

Dr. Thema describes the importance of self-worth and explores potential causes of the sense of worthlessness. She then provides specific strategies for building your self-worth. To learn more, check out her new book Matters of the Heart. Intro and outro by Joy Jones.

Episode #207 Building Self Worth

Dr. Thema provides some causes of boredom as well as ways of addressing it in various aspects of your life. This episode may help you shift to rediscovering fulfillment and joy. To learn more read Dr. Thema's new book Matters of the Heart which is available on hard cover, digital, and audio versions. Episode intro and outro by Joy Jones. To register for a May 10th full day retreat in San Diego for $375 email support@drthema.com.

Episode #208 Addressing Boredom

Dr. Thema describes the different approaches and skills needed to resolve conflict, whether personal or professional. To learn more check out her new book Matters of the Heart. Opening Poem by Devi Brown. Intro and outro by Joy Jones.

Episode #209: Resolving Conflict

Dr. Thema describes aspects of emotional/psychological abuse and provides pointers for healing and recovery. A reading is shared from the book Dear Artist by Jaiya John. To learn more about healing, check out Dr. Thema's books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and the latest best seller Matters of the Heart.

Episode #210 Healing from Psychological Abuse

Dr. Thema starts this week's episode with an original poem to Heal the Healers. She then describes specific strategies for reducing the distress caused by comparing yourself to others. To learn more, check out her books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. The intro and outro music are by Joy Jones.

Episode #211 The Truth About Social Comparison

Dr. Thema describes the causes and consequences of inner child wounds, as well as specific strategies to heal those wounds. To learn more, check out Dr. Thema's books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. Music by Joy Jones.

Epsidoe #212 : Healing Your Inner Child

Dr. Thema describes the meaning, causes, and signs of emotional pain and then provides strategies to heal it. Music provided by Joy Jones. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share. To learn more, check out her self-help books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart.

Episode #213 Healing Emotional Pain

Dr. Thema describes the causes and signs of unhealthy relationships before providing practical tips for breaking the cycle and building healthier relationships. To learn more check out her bestselling book Matters of the Heart. Music by Joy Jones

Episdoe #214: Breaking the Cycle of Unhealthy Relationships

In this episode, therapist and author Zahra Heydari interviews Dr. Thema about her bestselling book, Matters of the Heart: Healing Your Relationship with Yourself and Those You Love. These two therapists talk about key aspects of healthy love including finding love later in life and finding love after heartbreak. Music by Joy Jones.

Zahra has 18 years’ experience in mental health, coaching, crisis intervention, and relationship issues. Zahra’s book is entitled Stop the Bleeding. She works within a holistic approach that includes addressing the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Zahra respects your time, honors your journey and has faith that you deserve to have it all!

Episode #215 The Truth About Matters of the Heart with Zahra Heydari

Therapist, author, and poet RAVINA shares her homecoming journey of healing from intimate partner abuse.

RAVINA is a South Asian bestselling author, spoken word artist & licensed therapist, based in Long Beach CA. Her specialization and passion lies in trauma treatment for individuals of marginalized identities, and communities of color facing trauma caused by oppression and systemic violence. RAVINA was born and raised in St Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. YELLOW is her collection of poetry published by World Stage Press & recipient of the Long Beach Best Poetry Collection of 2021. RAVINA is a Pushcart Prize Nominee and has performed poetry on nationally and internationally acclaimed stages including the United Nations, and the House of Blues. RAVINA is a performing spoken word artist with the collective Long Beach NeverSpeak!She is the founding director of WAHLA (Writing As Healing Los Angeles) - an award winning workshop and series that honors the intersection of creative writing, expression, and mental health. To learn more about our guest go to https://www.ravinacreative.com/
Intro and outro by Joy Jones. After you listen, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share. More about Dr. Thema can be found at www.drthema.com

Episode #216 Healing from Intimate Partner Abuse with Ravina

Dr. Thema discusses with medical doctor, recording artist, and poet Dr. Joy Jones the challenges of being multi-gifted. They explore the benefits, challenges, and coping strategies. They also discuss the romantic relationship dynamics of being married and multi-gifted. Dr. Joy who sings our intro and outro embodies liberation medicine and also shares her journey as a daughter of immigrants. Dr. Joy Jones is a recording artist, anthropologist, urban farmer, and medical doctor. She is board certified in Family Medicine and Psychiatry as well as Functional Medicine and Lifestyle medicine. She is also the CEO and Founder of Whole Village Health, A global wellness firm deeply rooted in liberation medicine. Locally, she works with individuals impacted by the correctional system (both incarcerated and in the community) to help them redefine and achieve personal liberation. Globally, she has travelled to all 7 continents and can often be found leading medical missions to communities most in need. In her leisure she can be found in the community organizing, in the studio creating or in her garden cultivating. In all her work her personal goal is to help all who she comes in contact become “healthier, happier and more whole”.

Episode 217: Finding peace as a multi-gifted person with Dr. Joy Jones

Dr. Thema explores overextending and burnout with Tanya Asim Cooper, a lawyer, clinical professor of law, and helper. Tanya directs a legal clinic for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking at Pepperdine University's Caruso School of Law. She is also a Christian, and her research focuses on training churches to respond to domestic violence. Dr. Thema explores with Tanya indicators of being overcommitted and ways to heal and practical strategies to reclaim yourself. Intro and outro music by Joy Jones.

Episode #218: Reclaiming Yourself After Burnout with Tanya Asim Cooper

Dr. Thema describes the psychology of high achievers as well as the potential impact of high stress environments, such as depression, anxiety, and addiction. She provides some insights regarding signs of burnout as well as ways to both cope with it and prevent it. In addition, Dr. Thema shares ways to maximize mental health, well-being, and psychological resilience. Music provided by Joy Jones. To learn more, check out her books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. After you listen, don't forget to like, subscribe, share, and comment.

Episode #219: Maximizing Mental Health for High Achievers

Dr. Thema discusses with Zabie Yamasaki her homecoming journey of healing from sexual violence. They explore the role of embodiment, family, community, and authenticity. Zabie Yamasaki (she/her), MEd, RYT, is the founder of Transcending Trauma through Yoga, which is an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultations for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie is widely recognized for her intentionality, soulful activism, and passionate dedication to her field. She has trained thousands of healing professionals, yoga instructors, and mental health practitioners in her signature trauma-informed yoga certification both in person and online. She is a trauma-informed yoga instructor, resilience and well-being educator, and a sought-after consultant and keynote speaker. Her yoga as healing program and curriculum is now being implemented at over fifty college campuses and trauma agencies across the country including the University of California (UC) system, Stanford, Yale, University of Southern California, University of Notre Dame, and Johns Hopkins University. Her work has been highlighted on CNN, NBC, KTLA 5, and HuffPost.

Zabie received her undergraduate in psychology and social behavior and education at University of California, Irvine, and her graduate degree in higher education administration and student affairs at the George Washington University. She is the author of several publications including: Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion, Trauma-Informed Yoga Affirmation Card Deck, Trauma-Informed Yoga Flip Chart: A Teaching Tool for Healing Professionals, Your Joy Is Beautiful: The Magic of Remembering That You Are Enough, Just As You Are, H Is for Healing Card Deck: 52 Everyday Practices to Strengthen Children’s Physical, Emotional, and Mental Well-Being, and Protect Your Energy: A Gentle Guide to Nurture Your Nervous System, Cultivate Rest, and Honor Your Needs.

You can learn more about her work, trainings, and speaking engagements at zabieyamasaki.com or on Instagram @transcending_trauma_with_yoga.
To learn more about healing sexual trauma, check out Dr. Thema's books Homecoming, Reclaim Yourself, and Matters of the Heart. Intro and outro music by Joy Jones.

Episode #220: Healing from Sexual Trauma with Zabie Yamasaki

Dr. Thema describes the ways our social circle can become either a barrier or a pathway back home to ourselves.  Social support can benefit us psychologically and spiritually, but unhealthy connections can pull us further from our authentic selves.

Ep 2: Check Your Circle

Dr. Thema explores the major themes on the journey back to one's self aftermath of a breakup.

Ep 12: Healing After a Breakup or Divorce

Dr. Thema explores signs, causes, and strategies to overcome the fear of intimacy.

Music by: Joy Jones
Recording Engineer: Aja Adeagbo

Ep 84: Overcoming Fear of Intimacy

Dr. Thema Bryant is a licensed psychologist, ordained minister, and sacred artist. Using artistic expression, spirituality, psychology and culture, Dr. Bryant-Davis is an internationally recognized lecturer, performer, and minister. 

The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema is a podcast to facilitate your journey home to yourself by providing weekly inspiration and health tips.  Welcome home!

Intro and Outro by: Joy Jones

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