Choose Your Friends Wisely: Navigating the Intricacies of Adult Friendships with Minaa B.

On this episode, we journey through the intricate landscape of adult friendships with Minaa B., an author, speaker, therapist, and mental health educator. We explore the delicate balance between familiarity and genuine connection, emphasizing the importance of discerning genuine friendships from superficial ones. As Brianna shares her personal friendship experiences and insights, we delve into the challenges posed by life stages, codependency, boundaries, and the critical role of community in personal healing. Addressing the often-overlooked pain of friendship breakups and the significance of setting boundaries, Minaa reminds listeners of the paramount importance of prioritizing quality and safety in relationships, urging the need to be mindful when selecting friendships and recognizing that true connection goes beyond mere acquaintance.More About Minaa!Minaa B.® MSW, LMSW, is a licensed social worker, mental health educator, and author of Owning Our Struggles. With a background as a former psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, Minaa has worked in several mental health industries, including early childhood in NYC Early Head Start Programs, private practice, and community mental health. She earned her graduate degree in social work from New York University.Minaa's approach to her work is unique, as she places a strong emphasis on social justice, equity, and community in her role as a mental health educator. Currently, she runs a mental health consulting practice where she helps organizations build psychological safety and inclusivity around mental health.An expert in her field, Minaa's experience and expertise have been recognized by various media outlets and publications. She has been featured on Red Table Talk, Peace of Mind With Taraji, The Today Show, BBC, Essence, Bustle, and more. Additionally, Minaa sits on the Mental Health Advisory Committee for Wondermind, a mental fitness company co-founded by Selena Gomez. She is a contributing writer for Well + Good and runs an advice column for Cosmopolitan magazine called “Free Therapy.”Based in NYC, Minaa provides free mental health education on her Instagram account, where she also engages with her audience through weekly community check-ins. She is also the creator of Mindful With Minaa, a newsletter that provides insights on how to build healthy relationships through mindfulness.Connect with Minaa!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minaa_b/Website: https://www.minaab.com/Connect with Brianna!Instagram: @mombossinaustinLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademikeFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitchLove the podcast? We would love if you would leave a review!