Friends! How many of us have them? How many of have equally yoked friends? In this episode we are talking about friendship - what we learned about it from the adults around us, why do we give more grace to intimate partners than friends and our opinion of having friends who hold you accountable. 

Let us know what you think & share your friendship stories with Joi. You can email them to thejoiofsocialwork@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events:
6/26 - Social Work Appreciation Gathering, New York, NY 
(6/13 is the absolute last day to register)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-work-appreciation-gathering-tickets-154308866975?aff=eand

Things To Check Out:
6/19 - More Than Academics Documentary, New York, NY 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morethanacademics-documentary-premiere-tickets-154484133201

Equally Yoked Friends

Happy August!!! Happy Leo Season!!!

Two years ago on March 31 we lost rapper, activist, entrepreneur & more, Nipsey Hussle. As a result a Queens entrepreneur, Sassie (IG: @sassie_sa_ent, @sassie_sa_husslenchat, @sassie_lashes_ & @lafleurevents)created a space to honor and celebrate not only Nipsey's life; but other Black men out here doing their thing!

On this episode learn more about The Hussle Awards and the fabulous Sassie!

August 15 is the 3rd Annual Hussle Awards! Get your tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-ny-hussle-awards-ceremony-tickets-144050403635?aff=ebdssbeac

Hussle Hard

When you think of what a Social Worker looks like what do you see? When you think about what they sound like and the words they use, what are they? I used to think of sweater vests and complicated jargon until I realized - "Hey I am a Social Worker and I am FAR from that!"

On this episode Joi pulls up on and discusses Social Work and life with fellow Social Worker Marcel "Trey" Crooks founder of Represent the Alternative (IG: @repthealternative). From what inspired him to be a Social Worker to ALL that he is doing now; there is a true realness and authenticity that Trey brings to the field and the world. Stay tuned for Part II!!

Upcoming Events:
9/18: Curlz N Kickin In - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/curlznkickin-ita-day-to-discuss-it-all-tickets-166936171583

Announcements:
*@lafleurevents is currently accepting bookings beginning October 2021. Schedule your tour starting Tuesday, August 31.
*Get your Community Over Competition merchandise ASAP from @communityovercompetition_

Not Your Average Social Worker Part I

Happy September!

In life we have several periods of transition. With all that has been going on for and with her lately, Joi has felt it is time for a change (before her big transition). Over the week she decided to cut her hair the shortest it has been. They say a woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life... well let's get it!! 

What happens when you need to cut off dead relationships? Do you set and maintain boundaries before you do? Or do you simply have a "it ain't nothing to cut that ***** off" attitude? In this episode Joi & her friend discuss boundaries in varies relationships.

Upcoming Events:
9/18: Curlz N Kickin In - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/curlznkickin-ita-day-to-discuss-it-all-tickets-166936171583
10/11: You Got This Wellness Summit - https://www.instagram.com/p/CTVvkAUMYjp/

Big Chop & Boundaries

On this episode Joi is joined by fellow Social Workers Domonique (IG: @theselfcarementor), Bia (IG: @biathepodcaster) and Denise (IG: @dreyes_lmsw) talking about dating... as social workers... and women of color in NYC. YIKES! If you know, you know! 

What do you look for in someone you are dating? Are you the shot shooter or do you like to be approached? Who taught you about relationships; especially healthy ones?

Living Single - SW Edition

Happy December! As we are in the holiday season, many folks will be spending time with their family. Is your family good for your mental health? Let's forget about the thickness of blood and water... are they really helping or hurting your mental health? In this episode we discuss mental health and family with Queen H and Queen P who are The Queens of Social Work (IG: @thequeensofsocialwork). 

Events:
The Joi of Social Work 4 Year Podcast Celebration is happening on January 22. We are doing a giveaway thanks to Simone, MSW,RCSWI (@beyond_balancellc). Make sure you pay attention for how to enter. Tickets can be purchased at https://joiswyear4.eventbrite.com.

Mental Health & Family

What a better way to begin wrapping up this 4 year season of The Joi of Social Work Podcast than by having some of Joi's favorite Social Workers and Podcasters as guests! Thank you Josh, Michael, Jesse and Marvin of Melanted Social Work (IG: @melanatedsocialwork)for you time, knowledge and dedication to yourselves and this work! You are greatly appreciated!

Life Intentionally is expanding their services! For more information check out https://www.lifeintentionallyps.com.

Upcoming Events:
The Joi of Social Work 4 Year Podcast Anniversary Celebration - Saturday, February 5 from 6-9pm in The Bronx, NY.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joi-of-social-work-4-year-podcast-anniversary-tickets-216042046577

Melanated Social Work

On this episode Joi talks about her recent feelings surrounding her mental health and how she has been coping. Also find out about a potential career change for her...

Protecting My Mental Health

Loooooooooveeeee!!!! There are so many things I want to tell you! On this episode Joi is joined by her mentee Dani, LMSW (@danistarrtalks) and her fiancé. They are talking marriage, dating and Black love!

Black Love

Hey y'all! We are back with a new episode! Joi is talking with fellow LCSW, Veronica (IG: @prettyblessed_mua) about the significance of SHE to her and why women need other women. 

Also in this episode you'll find out why Joi is NEVER moving back to NYC! Sorry... not sorry. 

Upcoming Events:
Dope Therapy Talks Session 2 - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dope-therapy-talks-in-session-skills-techniques-tickets-328263253227?aff=erelexpmlt

Who is SHE?

In this episode Joi briefly discusses what being an Auntie biologically, with her play play nieces & nephews and in Social Work means to her.

Auntie Joi

In this episode Joi discusses her biggest mistake in private practice. What do you think it is?

Want to make a Juneteenth donation? CashApp: $JoiSw or Venmo @Joi-SW. Email thejoiofsocialwork@gmail.com for additional payment methods. 

Pick Joi's Brain Session: https://calendly.com/thejoiofsocialwork/60min

In GA or can make it here Saturday, August 20th? Get your tickets to Therapist Night Out (IG: @_therapistnightout). Visit www.therapistnightout-us.com for more information.

My Biggest Mistake in Private Practice

Have you ever sabotaged an opportunity or relationship? It could have been out of fear or even overthinking all the "what ifs". On this episode Joi is joined by returning guest and fellow Clinical Social Worker Kee, LICSW, LCSW-C (IG: @livefreewithkee) who is dropping all the gems!

Self Sabotage & Overthinking

On this episode Joi is joined by one of her good girlfriends who came to Atlanta to visit. They talk about ALL the things; with a focus on selfishness, mindset & chicken! 

What are you thoughts about being called selfish or mean? Is your mindset one of abundance or scarcity? Are you a drums or flats person?

Mindset, Selfishness & ATL Fried Chicken

It was such a pleasure for Joi to be joined on this episode by one of her best friends Lakeisha! Hear about her journey to and out of Social Work. What is your passion? Has it changed? Are you feeling stuck in you job or career? This episode might be helpful of you!

When Your Passion Changes

On this episode Joi vents about dating life and expectations. Do you think she is asking for too much? Are her expectations too high? She also discusses the 21 day feelings check in she will be doing away. Are you intentional about checking in and acknowledging your feelings?

The Dating Diary of a 38 Year Old Unmarried Widow

Some of us are blocked from our greatness because of ourselves! Someone might have told us we couldn't have it, it didn't make sense or that it wasn't realistic and we believed them. Or we told ourselves it was too much or too hard and also believed that. In this episode Joi makes a commitment to herself to have the life she envisions. What about you? What does your future you look like? What do they do? What are they like?

Thank you for helping The Joi of Social Work Podcast in reaching #3 of the Top 40 Social Work Podcasts!!!!

Q4: Stop Holding Yourself Back

So often we give sooooo much of ourselves to our jobs, family, friends and relationships that there isn't much to give to ourselves. What about if you gave to yourself first? What about if you did things that only benefited you? How do you think you would feel? Maybe a little guilty. But could you also possibly feel refreshed, happier or have more energy? You are your longest relationship... you matter too!

What About You?

What if you f***ed around & found out what life was like if you focused on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness? If your emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental & financial wellness were at a 10/10... what would your life look & feel like? How does it feel thinking that could be your reality? Do you embrace it? Are you scared? In this episode Joi rates where she is with each dimension.

8 Dimensions of Wellness

In this episode Joi reflects on wanting more... and by more, to truly live a good life. The first step of that is being honest about what you want and what that means to YOU! Next add or subtract things from your life that do or do not go with the life you see for yourself. After that; do the work to get it! What you want is not too large! Unrealistic! Too much! Baby, it probably is more basic than you think! Get it! Do it!

Entitled to A Good Life

This is the most personal episode to date... talking about career, grief and goals are easy compared to this.

The Most Personal Episode

Being an entrepreneur can feel rewarding & flexible. Yet also lonely & stressful. How do you manage taking care of yourself while also taking care of a business, clients & other expectations of life? On this episode Joi is joined by father, entrepreneur, owner of Opn & mental health advocate Dwight Peters (IG: @dwightlpeters/@get_opn). They discuss how being an entrepreneur can impact your mental health & some ways to combat it. 

If you or someone you know is in crisis or struggling with suicidal thoughts, please call or text 988. You don't have to do life alone!

Happy Holidays & see you in 2023!

Entrepreneurship & Mental Health

Often times in the Black community, you hear therapists referred to as "The Lady"; especially when someone gets caught doing something they aren't supposed to be doing... you know cheating! On this episode Joi connected with Quinelle Hickman, LMFT & founder of Counseling to Comfort NYC (IG: @counselingtocomfort_nyc)to discuss what couples & family therapy can look like. 

Looking for a therapist? Check out websites such as:
therapyforblackgirls.com
therapyforblackmen.org
latinxtherapy.com
atherapistlikeme.org
cliniciansofcolor.org
thelovelandfoundation.org
borishensonfoundation.org

Call "The Lady"!

This is the 2nd to last episode of The Joi of Social Work Podcast! And we are talking about DATING!!!!

Dating has been a topic that has come up a few times on this podcast. From Joi not being interested in it at the start of this podcast to feeling the most hopeful about it in years; here goes a conversation about it between Joi and her Social Work Sisters Tiyanna, LCSW (@tspeaksnyc) and Tabatha, LMSW (@the4airproject).

Dating: How to be Honest, Hopeful & Happy

After 5 years; the time has come for The Joi of Social Work Podcast to end. We are forever grateful to those who have supported and listened over the years. Thank you for taking this journey with Joi! Please stay in touch by following her on IG @thejoiofsocialwork. 

Stay tuned for Tour information!

Final Episode: "Why Me?" Answered

Don't call it a comeback!!! Just a little update or whatever from Joi!

Coming to The Joi of Social Work Podcast Tour? 
ATL Show - Friday, April 21
DMV Show - Saturday, April 22
NYC Show - Friday, April 28

Tickets can be purchased here - https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-joi-of-social-work-podcast-tour-1703049

Social Work Month & Shit!

It has been a long time since we have last caught up with Joi! Post-tour life has been interesting with a mix of great and exciting things; as well as some challenges. In this episode she discusses potentially leaving Private Practice and how this work is exhausting to Black women.

Leaving Private Practice

Well hey y'all! 2023 has been some kind of year! Here is a quick recap of what has happened since we last spoke. Make sure you stay tuned for what is to come in 2024.

From Tour to Today

Has missing companionship made Joi think about moving on?

Is Joi Moving On?

The VP Looks Like Me!!! Whew! Congratulations Joe Biden & Kamala Harris!!! Joi has been reflecting on the phrase and song by Tye Tribbett "He Turned It". 2020 has been A LOT for most of us! Unfortunately there has been lots of loss, sadness and worry. However there have been some "turns" too. Whether in your mindset and how you see you life or in pivots that have been made during this pandemic. For Joi there has been a "turn" in how she sees herself as a businesswoman. Seeing Kamala elected VP of The United States allows her to see the "turns" are still happening and the limits that have been set for Black and Brown girls and women should be eliminated. 

Interested in Group Support and Community Building with other parents and parents to be? Join Joi & Lauren from Candlelit Therapy (IG: @livecandlelit) on Wednesday, November 11 at 6pm. Register here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-talk-about-it-preserving-your-mental-health-as-a-black-and-poc-mom-tickets-126994027555

He Turned It

The Joi of Social Work Podcast was born as a result of its creator Joi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the Bronx, being hit with tragedy in 2009, 2011 & 2017; with the deaths of her father, mother & boyfriend. Joi's friends encouraged her to tell her story through comedy as she uses humor as a coping mechanism. It wasn't until a friend presented her with a microphone & computer that podcasting became a thought.

 Joi has also taken her story of life after loss and the importance of mental health care; especially in Black and Brown communities and shares it with listeners. Joi and her guests always keeps it real, honest & authentic on The Joi of Social Work Podcast!

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