Closed Door Conversations Podcast

Peeking into Men’s Mental health and the stigmas that surround it

Too many men ignore their depression, phobias and other mental issues. Many men are becoming better at taking care of their physical health as they get older.  When it comes to their mental health for some it is still unimaginable for anyone to to know they are battling depression, anxiety, or being bogged down with any emotion.  Most men simply downplay their feelings because they feel like they need to be “strong” or it’s not the manly thing to do.  Some are just simply embarrassed by it.  

Our male guest shares his experience with dealing with depression and how he has been able to stabilize his mental health.  I am so grateful that he agreed to share his story on this platform.  We need to talk about this! Men need to know that they should never be embarrassed when dealing with any health related situations including mental health.  Although we can’t always see it these feelings are very real!! 

Dating WTF???!!!! Part Two

Mil Ivory continues her conversation with Author  Lori Hardacker  to discuss her experiences with dating and what prompted her to write the book Dating, What The Fuck?   Lori WAS dating for over 30 years!!  I know you want to know was she seriously dating that long! So did I which is what prompted the conversation.  I am hoping that someone can gain some insight as Lori shares her opinion, thought and experiences on being in the dating pool for so long!! The conversation was so interesting it had to be divided into two episodes so make sure you listened to part one!!!! 

DatingWTF??!!! Part one

Mil Ivory has a conversation with Author  Lori Hardacker  to discuss her experiences with dating and what prompted her to write the book Dating, What The Fuck?   Lori WAS dating for over 30 years!!  I know you want to know was she seriously dating that long! So did I which is what prompted the conversation.  I am hoping that someone can gain some insight as Lori shares her opinion, thought and experiences on being in the dating pool for so long!! The conversation was so interesting it had to be divided into two episodes! 

What Self Care looks like and How to accomplish It!

Self care is simply you being mindful of your own needs.  When you take care of yourself you are able to better meet the needs of others and people you care about.  Self-Care is necessary to maintain your health!! Self care comes in many forms.  In this conversation we discuss self care, what it is,  why you need to incorporate it in your life and things you can do to customize your self care plan to implement in your lifestyle no matter how “busy” you are!! Self care is the beast care!! #let’stalkaboutit  

A Lifelong Commitment

In this episode the host Mil Ivory has a conversation with friend to the show and fellow podcaster Society Talks Podcast Red Goddess and her husband  music producer Heavy.  

 The coupled opens up to Mil about what the keys to their successful marriage.  The purpose of the conversation was to bring awareness that marriage is a lifetime commitment that requires continuous work, communication, respect, love and two individuals who are healthy.  Health of a marriage is ultimately determined by the people in it so it is important for them to be diligent about mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health.  These are all tools needed in order to. E able to communicate properly, compromise and manage conflict well.  It is possible to have a happy, loving productive successful marriage.  

Keep It Interesting or Keep It Moving

In this conversation Mss Francois joined Mil Ivory in a conversation about dating & breakups! Mss Francois is the host of the Mss Francois Show as well as author of the book Let That @#$%&! Man Go: 5 Plus Steps to Getting over a break Up.  So we knew she would  drop jewels in a conversation and do it only in a way that the Multitalented Sassy & Sexy Patrice Francois would!! Tune in to catch this tea!! 

Let’s Talk Body Acceptance

Host Mil Ivory has a conversation with Promoter of body positivity Markeyah also know as and can be found on Instagram as Kurvy_Kayy.

MIL and Kay discuss how positivity promotes that all people deserve to have a positive body image.  Regardless of what stigmas society put on you to believe.  Your size, shape, color, gender and appearance should strictly be  asked on you being happy with who you are.  What you think is beautiful in your eyes NOT what society or popular culture view as ideal.  Total self love and acceptance plays a major role in you achieving that!! what their views are on body positivity, and how your perception of your body’s image can effect you and the people around you. It is ultimately up to you to possess the confidence and acceptance of who you are to be able to have these positive experiences with your self but if you are struggling we want you to know that it happens to the best of us and it is not permanent.  You can change it with the will, support and self love!! 

 

 

 

 

 

Being Bi Racial In America

As the number of biracial Americans grow in today’s society it is important to understand some of the struggles they face simply by being a combination of their parents racial groups.  We are all so familiar with the black stereotypes, the white stereotypes, the Mexican stereotypes etc. but what happens when you  are forced to navigate more than one racial stereotype?  Whatever their particular ethnic mix, biracial Americans often struggle to fit in.  What’s the experience of being multiracial and feeling like others categorize you one way or the other? Can being perceived as one particular group of another affect a persons well-being? How does one navigate that? 

These are the things we are discussing in today’s conversation as the host Mil Ivory has an honest conversation with a young lady about her experience as a bi racial American.    Listen and let us know your thoughts on this!  If you are a bi racial American what advice can you offer that has helped you?  #Let’stalkaboutit 

Reality check 2.0......... Who gone check me ?!?!

Closed Door Conversations host Mil Ivory has a open conversation with fellow podcaster of Society Talks Podcast about why we should occasionally do a Reality Check.  The host of Society Talks podcast Red Goddess wanted to give her listeners a little reality check & of course Mil Ivory in true CDC fashion wanted to talk about it and extend upon the conversation.  Hints.....Reality Check 2.0

Most people look at a reality check as a bad thing, when it is actually the complete opposite.  “Checking in with yourself “ assessing your needs and setting your goals based on YOUR PERSONAL SITUATION is very important to your growth an success.  It is so important that it can often make or break a person.....literally.  Being honest with yourself when your assessing your needs,wants,desires,goals and not comparing yourself to others helps us to pour into ourselves to encourage self growth.  It is beneficial and essential because it can improve your energy, your productivity, your mood and your relationship with others.  So check in with you!!  Pay attention to you.  Work on improving your own behavior based on your needs so that you can live a more happier healthier life physically,emotionally, and financially!  #letstalkaboutit 

Sugaring........Is it always sweet?

Mil Ivory has a conversation with a fellow podcaster who is actually a sugar baby.  The host of  The Sugar Baby Diary Kay simply shares her experiences in great detail with her listeners as a sugar baby.  This is not a conversation that people normalize so of course we needed to have a conversation with her on Closed Door Conversations about her experiences.  In this conversation we get answers to what it is like to be a sugar baby, how you can get into the lifestyle, touch the service o. Some of the good bad ugly perks and frustrations.  For those of you who may not know what sugaring is, it is a form of daring in which one partner financially supports the other, often in forms of cash and gifts.  Most sugaring relationships involve and older man known as a sugar daddy and a younger woman known as a sugar baby.  

Disclaimer

Here at Closed Door Conversations Podcast we do not offer professional advice or opinions.  Simply offer a space to have honest non judgmental conversations for the host and or guest to speak their truths based on their personal experiences.