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Akwaba! (This means Welcome in Akan, a Ghanaina language). I‘m Petrina Adusei a Ghanaian Clinical Health Psychologist. I‘m here to talk to my fellow Africans (by citizenship & at heart) about our mental health. We will explore the impact of influences such as culture, family values and more, on our mental health. I will also share helpful tools to improve our mental health and thrive as Africans by guiding us to create A New African Mind. For questions and feedback, please email petrinaadusei@gmail.com
Episodes
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
A New Mind about Rumination
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
In this episode, I share the key to dealing with unhealthy thoughts that occur repeatedly in our minds, which is known as ruminations. Learning about this and ways to deal with it, help with healing, forgiveness, inner peace and growth.
Monday Feb 26, 2024
A New Mind about Using Your Tools
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
In this very brief re-intro episode I use an analogy to show the difference between embarking on life's journey with tools versus without.
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
A New Mind about Relationships (5 Nuggets)
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
In this episode, I share 5 important things to note in relationships, with particular emphasis on romantic relationships. These 5 points can however be applied in the context of other relationships as well.
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
A New Mind about Therapy
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Taking a step towards starting therapy can be difficult and sometimes even scary. In this episode, I share information about therapy and what it can look like.
Friday Sep 16, 2022
A New Mind about Inferiority
Friday Sep 16, 2022
Friday Sep 16, 2022
In this episode, I use a personal experience to shed light on inferiority. Many times we find ourselves in situations where we feel inferior to people. This often leads to feelings of insecurities as well. Learn 4 things to remind yourself of when this happens.
Thursday May 19, 2022
A New Mind about Attachment
Thursday May 19, 2022
Thursday May 19, 2022
In this episode I share information about the 4 main attachment styles that guide our relationships. Knowing which style you use and why can help you work on your relationships, to help make them healthier.
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
A New Mind about Mindfulness
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
You don't have to be a monk living in a mountain to benefit from meditation. One of the secrets to the my peaceful and calm demeanor is Mindfulness and Mindfulness meditation. In this episode, I explain what this particular type of meditation is, how anyone with any religious beliefs or lack thereof can safely practice it, benefits of Mindfulness mediation and recommendations for starting.
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
A New Mind about Affirmations
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
I used to be skeptical about affirmations. In fact I thought the concept was hippie crap. lol. But in this episode, I share how the way our brains work, make affirmations useful and effective. I also share important facts about using affirmations in a way that is meaningful and impactful.
Monday Feb 21, 2022
A New Mind about 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
As the first episode of 2022 I decided to talk briefly about my AKA intentions. They have and still are helping me grow as an individual and in the various hats I wear in my life. Give them a try.
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
A New Mind about Trauma
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
In this episode, I give an intro to trauma - what it is, the symptoms and ways to treat post traumatic stress.