The Brain Love Podcast
On Mother's Day in 2020, I created my podcast to help people in the community to better understand themselves, others, and a range of topics to support mental health, wellbeing, and ability to thrive as your true self. I share my experience and knowledge with you and have intimate conversations with a range of professionals on topics including depression, anxiety, dating and relationships, sex and masturbation, racism, alternative health, medications, and more. The discussions are "up close and " and often make listeners feel like they're right there in the room.
Episodes
NEW EPISODE | The Doctor Who Couldn’t Zip Her Dress: A Breast Cancer Story
This week on The Brain Love Podcast, Dr. Delvena Thomas sits down with a courageous family practice physician, Dr. Michelle Powell, who became the patient. Diagnosed with breast cancer during the pandemic, she opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of treatment—from the strength it took to keep practicing medicine, to the day chemo made her too weak to ...
I AM A GUEST TONIGHT. I am being interviewed by Dr. Michelle Kirwan. Tonight, we’re diving into an important conversation at the intersection of mental and physical health = EQ Emotional Intelligence.
Join our host, the insightful and compassionate Dr. Michelle Kirwan, a board-certified pediatrician with a heart for whole-family wellness, as she sits down with our special guest, the dynamic Dr. Delvena, a board-certified psychiatri...
Kendrick Lamar has always used his music as a mirror to society, tackling mental health, trauma, and cultural identity. His Super Bowl halftime show was no different —it was a statement, a movement, and a moment in history. From the powerful symbolism of red and blue unity to Samuel L. Jackson's portrayal of Uncle Sam, every element had layers of meaning.
Listen as Dr. Delvena Thomas dives deep into the significance of Kendrick...
Will Downing’s daughter, Aron Siobhan Downing, tragically died by suicide on January 11, 2023. She had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia. In her memory, Will Downing released a heartfelt song titled “Till We Meet Again,” aiming to raise awareness about mental health and provide comfort to those facing similar challenges. You will see the video in tonight's episode, which Mr. Downing gave us permiss...
Black men have many challenges, many are unspoken. Many men can go from tears to triumph, if they are willing to heal. Pastor Robinson is on the couch with Dr. Delvena discussing his silence as a child/teen which resulted in anger which included workplace violence, a period of crimes and arrests, including strongarmed robbery, cocaine possession. He is transparent in how he broke the cycle through accountability, healing and redefi...
Travis Hunter. Lamar Jackson. Both are outstanding football players and both men won the Heisman Trophy. LJ won in 2016. Travis won tonight. LJ tried to force back tears, whereas Travis Hunter allowed the tears to flow.
Why do men NOT allow themselves to cry? Tonight, Dr. Delvena is discussing why men are not allowed to express their full emotional spectrums.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?
Season 5, Epi 22
A cousin came to me and indicated that she was in a codependent relationship. I asked her, "are you sure?" Knowing what I know about her and how she SEEMED to be in relationships, it wasn't what I was expecting, but hey, there's a lot we don't know about even our own family. This inspired me to produce tonight's episode.
Are you ready to take the couch?
Hey brain lovers! I am back from my hiatus. Please accept my apology for taking a break. We have to know when to back away and how to prioritize, and that's just what I did. Now, ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?
Tonight, I am talking about a variety of topics including gratitude, how to develop it and some other little things that have been trending. Join me on the couch.
EPI 5/20
Hey-hey-hey! It's Dr. Delvena, and I'm on the couch with yours truly - ME! Tonight, I want to discuss behaviors that represent the undesirable and things we should NEVER allow to occur twice. These are the ten types of people who NEVER deserve a 2nd chance.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?
Season 5 Epi 19
Hey-hey!
Dr. Delvena is just catching up a little. We missed last week's episode due to several events I attended. I won't keep you long tonight. Please join me on the couch to catch up and to hear an invite for our next big event, The Holiday Blues.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?
SEASON 5 EPI 18
Are we attractive when we are nervous? Some people avoid dating because of the nervousness factor or getting "too anxious". Please listen to this episode. You're in for a pleasant surprise. Studies show that we are more attractive when we are nervous. Dr. Delvena will explain all the ways that you could be winning by allowing yourself to roll with the nervousness.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? Season 5 and Epi 17.
Hey brain lovers! Did you know that you don't have to share everything?! To share or not to share; that is the question. Mr. Anonymous joins me on the couch, again. We aren't talking dating. We are talking the 10 things in life you should always keep to yourself, according to mental health experts.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH?
What are the differences in disorders such as Antisocial Personality Disorder, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and psychopathy vs sociopathy? R Kelly, Sean Puffy Combs and Kanye West help me to illustrate.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? We are on episode 15 of season 5!
"Anonymous" is back on the couch y'all! This time he's sharing his worst on-line dating experience. This one includes three children, a very big muscular brother and $800!
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WE ARE BACK! THIS EPISODE WAS ACTUALLY AIRED AND PRODUCED ON JUNE 30th (technical difficulties when I updated it changed the date to Aug 3). After a two-week hiatus Dr. Delvena is back. Summertime began and we took much needed time off. In this episode we start with a short chat about transgenders. I conclude tonight's episode with ten tips about aging.
Dr. Delvena takes the couch with 'Anonymous' to discuss dating. He is sharing his experiences - good and bad, well really what sounds to be all bad, at least on this episode. Dr. Delvena and 'Anonymous' discuss many things. A lady ghosted her date, someone referred to as "frogger".
They are on the couch discussing MAAAANY things. We want you to consider these things as well and place your comments in the ...
Welcome to episode 12 of season 5!
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Hi guys! Dr. Delvena is back with James Black as a guest. He is teaching about the topic, "Sin".
Here are the scripture references for tonight's discussion on “Sin.”
Genesis 3
Revelations 12:7-9
Matthew 6:9-13
Ephesians 6:12
Galatians 5:16-23
John 8:44
2 Corinthians 10:7
Matthew 4:3&4
Matthew 12:23
Proverbs 119:9-11
Genesis 39
Roma...
Dr. Delvena is exploring and discussing the term, nervous breakdown. It's often used to describe stress. The term is often shrouded in misunderstanding and stigma. It's more than just a moment of feeling overwhelmed.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE COUCH? In this episode, Dr. Delvena explores what a nervous breakdown really is, the signs to look out for and how to cope and heal.
Welcome to episode 11 of season 5!!
This is a quickie.
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Dr. Delvena has a quick session for you. There's a lot of stress, angst some of which cannot be avoided. In this episode we briefly talk affirmations and how to deal with stress, angst in the moment.
Have you been watching the olympics??
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