Mental-Hop with Dr. S
by Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S)
Mental-Hop is all about Mental-Health and Wellness through the lens of Hip-Hop Culture. It's where you can hear practical information about improving your Mental-Health, Hip-Hop Culture, and Overall Wellness. Mental-Hop will also provide a safe place for people to express their feelings about issues that concern their lives and strategies to get better. Let's grow together! That's Mental-Hop.
Episodes
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Streight (8) To The Point Series: M.A.R.S.
In this brand new episode of The Mental-Hop Podcast, Doctor Sconiers (Dr. S) provides some needed information to activate, encourage, and inspire you. He does it all in a span of roughly 8 minutes. The episode is designed to give you positive energy that is both practical and easy to consume.…
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Fold Your Laundry: "The Power of Intentionality & Presence"
In this brand new episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S focuses on the power of Intentionality & Presence utilizing the metaphor of Fold Your Laundry. That thing we know we need to do but so often postpone or delay. Dr. S talks about not delaying or postponing those things that are important…
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Returning Home
In this brand new Mental-Podcast Episode, Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) talks about the importance of returning home to yourself. Returning Home is all about getting back to your core or your foundation. Dr. S shares some ways to return home and why it's important that we do so in 2022. Dr. S also brings…
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Grace "The importance of Grace during difficult times".
Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) dedicates this episode to his mother who turns 70 years old today! Happy Birthday to Mama Sconiers! In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the power of Grace. What is Grace and why is it difficult for us to extend it to ourselves and others…
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Couches on Concrete: "Re-imagining Therapy and Creating Healing Spaces".
Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) returns with a brand new episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast called, Couches on Concrete. This is the first episode being released in 10 months and it's a very important one. Couches on Concrete focuses on re-imagining therapy and focusing on developing more healing…
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SAD...Says Who? "Seasonal Affective Disorder"
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder also known as SAD. Dr. S discusses some of the symptoms of SAD and the importance of taking a proactive approach to treat the symptoms but also the importance of getting to the root of the...
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Turning the Page! "Overcoming the Emotional Block"
In this brand new episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the power we have to the Turn the Page but how we so often get stuck in the previous chapters. Dr. S shares 5 strategies for overcoming the mental and emotional blocks that so often prevent us from getting...
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Why Do We Put Up Walls?...."I feel safe now"!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast with Dr. S. Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the reasoning behind why we put up walls in life. There are many factors and reasons for people to put up walls and Dr. S discusses some of the most common reasons. He also gets heavy into the types of…
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Gaslighting "The Abusive Weapon"!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the term Gaslighting and what it actually means. Dr. S provides a little history around the origins of the word and then goes right into the behaviors of the perpetrators who engage in Gaslighting. October is Domestic...
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Helping the Other Shoe to Drop... "Self-Sabotaging Behavior"
In this episode, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the impact of Self-Sabotaging behaviors. Did you know that our past Trauma, can be one of the causes to self-sabotaging behavior? Some of us also experience Anxiety, which also leads to over-thinking and decreased self-confidence as well as...
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Closed Doors: "Blessings in Disguise"!
In this episode, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses how the doors that don't open can be closed to protect us, prepare us, or even help us get to the right door. It all depends on our perspective and the power that we give to the door. Dr. S also discusses how we often have to be the ones to...
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The Toughest Pill to Swallow! Toxic...Me?
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses how we can be responsible for the toxicity and toxic outcomes we experience in our lives. It's tough to admit it sometimes but often it's not others, its us. Dr. S shares his thoughts on why toxic behaviors may be...
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Apply Pressure!
Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) returns with a brand new season of the Mental-Hop Podcast. He's back with a new episode, Apply Pressure. In this episode, Dr. S discusses how applying pressure to that thing we want to change or accomplish can be one of our strongest weapons or assets. Pressure is...
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Man Up! “The Lie They Sold Us”
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the impact and importance of Mental-Health & Wellness for Men. Some of the issues Men face related to Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, and Stress to name a few. The episode is packed with gems related to what we can do to address these issues as well as a Word of...
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Healing Hurts! “Endure the Process for Progress”
In this episode Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses the Hurt that often takes place during the process of Healing. He discusses the importance of Enduring the Pain during the Repair in order to be Restored. On the other side of that is progress and peace. Enjoy the episode!
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Stillness: “The Gift of Peace”.
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast with Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S), the focus is on the importance of Stillness in the midst of chaos. Dr. S explains why the life changes as a result of the Coronavirus provide us with an opportunity to be calm and still. 2020 has already been so busy and filled...
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Broken Rocks!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the impact of two high profile cases in which Change Agents committed suicide. Both men considered to be "Rocks" in their perspective fields as it related to Mental-Health but both succumbing to the Emotional pain and ending their lives. This should be a wake up...
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The Dream & The Drive!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses the importance of having both The Dream & The Drive as it relates to Manifesting. He breaks down why we sometimes feel stuck when we have one without the other. He closes with 3 tips to acquire both and move ourselves closer to Driving…
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287 North: “A Commute Detour, called Purpose”!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the process that led to him following his Purpose and becoming full-time Practitioner and Consultant for his company, New Steps Counseling, LLC in 2013. His daily commute to his job of 5 years on 287 North was a major part of the Purpose Process. 6 years later…
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There's No Magic in Therapy!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the Therapeutic process and the importance of understanding what happens and doesn't happen in Therapy. This is important for people who are considering starting therapy and for those who may already be in treatment but feeling like something is not right. This...
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Let’s Talk About It! Featuring special guest, Shonda!
In this new episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S sits down with his special guest Shonda to talk about her Mental-Health journey and how she pushed through some difficult and dark times. She was able to find herself through practicing Self-Care and Self-Love. She drops some positive gems that…
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I never asked for your Trauma!
In this episode, Dr. S briefly discusses the impact of Trauma on our kids. The challenges young people experience as a result of Trauma that has been passed down from generations. Dr. S gives some practical strategies and tips on things we can begin doing to help our kids heal. Enjoy this episode...
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Coal Talk!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the importance of speaking life into your situation when in the state of Coal before Becoming the Diamond. This requires acknowledging that the Coal is also very valuable and being in that state is necessary in the process. Be encouraged as you evolve and Practice...
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Social Conditioning: “Are We Free”?
In this episode, Dr. S discusses Social Conditioning as it relates to our ability to make decisions and behave in a certain way! Dr. Sconiers encourages us to be mindful of our automatic behaviors and be open to retraining ourselves with new behaviors! Enjoy the episode and feel to comment or…
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The Elephant in the Room: “A Culture of Ruminating”.
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses what he calls the Elephant in the Room. He sees this as a Culture of Ruminating, which has us “Praising the Problems” instead of “Problem Solving”! Dr. S explores why there may be some systems that need us to continue to ruminate but he...
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The Prolific Purpose: Nipsey Hussle! 🙏🏽
In this episode, Dr. S pays respect to the Greatness of Nipsey Hussle who was killed this past week on March 31, 2019. His untimely death shook up the Hip-Hop Community, the Nation, and Beyond! He had a Prolific Purpose that has inspired and motivated so many. His work impacted individuals,...
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What is Your Parachute? “How We Fall Matters”!
In this episode, Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses how we deploy different types of parachutes when we fall. Our level of trust in that Parachute impacts how we deploy it and when we deploy it. Dr. S encourages us to take inventory of our various parachutes because “How We Fall Matters”.…
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Everyone doesn’t want to be Famous!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the rise of Fame Driven Work vs Purpose Driven Work. He discusses the notion of getting back to the basics and celebrating Ordinary people doing Extraordinary things. Dr. S closes out the episode with a reminder to find Happiness on the Journey and to enjoy every...
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Youth Voice at The Simon Youth Academy! “Words of Wisdom” with Matt and Jasmine!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S gives our youth the platform to talk about Mental-Health, Hip-Hop, and Life! These two High School students were amazing and gave us their “Words of Wisdom”. Youth Voice is a powerful approach to allowing Young People the space to share and an...
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Wealth & Wellness: “They Work Well Together”!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. Sconiers (Dr. S) discusses why Wealth & Wellness can be discussed together in a purposeful way. Sometimes people are turned off by talking about Wealth & Wellness. Why? Dr. S shares some strategies to combat the mindset that these processes can not...
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When the Time is Right!
On this episode of The Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses the logic behind the statement, “When the Time is Right” in regards to when to manifest dreams, ideas, or goals! He encourages people to move their thinking to “The Time is Right Now”! He discusses Waiting, Patience, and Faith as…
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GO!: Kicking off 2019!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses staying on “Go”! It’s a mindset of action that centers on practicing with Persistence, practicing with Excellence, and maintaining good Self-Care! Dr. S encourages you to just start! Go!
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You may have to Eat Alone!
In the episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses the benefits of spending time alone and the positive impact it can have in your journey. We are often questioned by others if we choose to Eat Alone, like...”What’s wrong with you”? It’s not a negative. In fact, it’s recommended to…
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Talk to Your Storm!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses the power of Positive Self-Talk. The episode entitled, “Talk to Your Storm” provides practical strategies to help people understand the importance of talking yourself up when you’re in the midst of difficult times. Dr. S discusses having…
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What the Frequency!
In this episode Dr. S discusses the power of the word, Frequency as it relates to your success in reaching your goals and the quality in which we vibe with others! Check out this quick episode and reflect on the word Frequency throughout the week!
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The Greatness Inside of You!
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S provides some encouraging words that push you to bring forth The Greatness Inside of You. This episode is all about being motivated and encouraged to find your greatness and release it into the world. Listen for the practical tips of Quieting the...
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Emptiness: "The Silent Killer"
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the silent killer called "Emptiness" that is negatively impacting the lives of people. He discusses how to address the negative feelings that could lead to Depression, Anxiety, and Worthlessness. Dr. S provides strategies to defeat Emptiness to regain your…
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Consistency Builds Greatness!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the power of Consistency and how it moves us to Greatness. Through our consistent efforts, we can do great things. Dr. S asked a thought provoking question, "Would you rather be Consistently Good or Inconsistently Great"? Think about that question as you enjoy…
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Mental-Hop: "Take the Stairs"
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S discusses why we should "Take the Stairs" and challenge ourselves mentally and physically. He encourages us to appreciate our tough times but also to consider taking the path of greatest resistance to see even more growth in the end.
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Mental-Hop: Conform or be Gone!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses the importance of understanding, evaluating, and enhancing the educational experience for our youth. Don't forget the importance of creativity, imagination, and instilling a love of learning that extends pass the school day! Also special shout out to all of the...
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Mental-Hop: "Recharge & Reset"!
In this episode Dr. S discusses the importance of recharging and resetting yourself Mentally, Physically, and Emotionally. He focuses mainly on our Mental & Emotional Health and why we should not wait until we on "E" Mentally and Emotionally in order to make ourselves a priority!
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Mental-Hop: "Growing from Knowledge to Wisdom"
Dr. S discusses the importance of learning from the knowledge we have acquired in order to become wise in our decision making. He also discusses the latest events in Hip-Hop that have influence this important episode.
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Mental-Hop: "Survival of the Fittest" (Mentally)
In this episode of the Mental-Hop Podcast, Dr. S pays homage to the legendary group Mobb Deep and the importance of being Mentally Fit. There are various ways that we can work on our Mental-Health and we don't need a gym in order to do it. We can start right now!
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Mental-Hop with Dr. S: "A Tribe Called Success"!
In this episode, Dr. S discusses what it means to have "A Tribe Called Success" while also paying homage to the legendary group "A Tribe Called Quest". Listen to this dope espiode and learn more about the elements of your Tribe and what it takes to be successful with them!
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Mental-Hop: What's Beef?
Can relationships gone wrong be reconciled or can conflicts be resolve?
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Mental-Hop: "In My Feelings"
In this episode we discuss Drake's song, "In My Feelings" and why Music continues to be a powerful influence on our Mood.
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Mental-Hop: Growing Pains
Growing Pains are a vital part to overcoming life's challenges and reaching our goals. If we are able to shift our perspective on the pain, we can see that it's that stretches us and pushes us into areas of discomfort. It's in the discomfort that we flourish. We are also experiencing Growing…
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Mental-Hop: Purpose is Dope!
Purpose for young people is very important. In this episode, Dr. S gives some practical tips and information about Purpose and how to help your young person begin the discovery process. Dr. S brings it full circle with the bridge between Purpose and the elements of Hip-Hop Culture.
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16 Mental-Hop Bars!
This episode Dr. S provides you with 16 Mental-Health tips to help you throughout your week and beyond. He focuses on #8, which is Grow through the Pain. We all go through things but we are growing through it. Dr. S gives us an update on Mental-Hop and how you can connect!
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16 Mental-Hop Bars! (tips)
This episode, Dr. S gives us 16 important Mental-Health and Wellness tips to help us stay on the right track. These practical approaches will hopefully help you in your thinking and move you to action. This approach takes some of the principles of positive psychology and evolves them into easy...
About this show
Mental-Hop is all about Mental-Health and Wellness through the lens of Hip-Hop Culture. It's where you can hear practical information about improving your Mental-Health, Hip-Hop Culture, and Overall Wellness. Mental-Hop will also provide a safe place for people to express their feelings about issues that concern their lives and strategies to get better. Let's grow together! That's Mental-Hop.
Hosted by
Dr. Randy Sconiers (Dr. S)