This Feels Familiar with Minaa B.

In this episode, Minaa B. explores why so many people feel trapped in the roles they were assigned growing up—the responsible one, the peacekeeper, the funny one, the invisible one. Drawing from The Siblinghood Theory's Role Rigidity dimension, she breaks down how sibling and peer dynamics create fixed identities that follow us into adulthood, showing up in friendships, romantic relationships, and workplace dynamics. Minaa explains the psychological and systemic reasons roles become so hard to change, and offers practical strategies for recognizing when you're performing a role versus being yourself. If you've ever felt like you can't break free from who your family expected you to be, this episode will show you that your role doesn't define you—and you can opt out. Resources Work with me:  Book a 1:1 therapy consultation. Resources Website: minaab.com Newsletter:  ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe here Order my book: Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram LinkedIn⁠  Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. explores friendship trauma—often called little T traumas—and examines how microaggressions in friendships can cause people to drift apart. Resources Work with me:  Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Website: www.minaab.com Order my book: Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter:  ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram LinkedIn⁠  Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. explains why friendship in today’s society feels disposable and difficult to maintain compared to romantic relationships. She discusses social hierarchy and how friendship tends to land at the bottom of the hierarchy, and shares tips on what we can do to strengthen our friendships. Resources Work with me:  Book a 1:1 therapy consultation. Website: www.minaab.com Order my book: Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter:  ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram LinkedIn⁠  Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. shares her insights on how TV and media have distorted our perception of what healthy friendship and community look like. We’ve all been sold an inaccurate idea of what connection is supposed to be, and in this episode, Minaa B. breaks down those myths while providing useful tools on how to cultivate healthy, realistic friendships. Resources Work with me:  Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Website: www.minaab.com Order my book: Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter:  ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram LinkedIn⁠  Facebook⁠⁠⁠

Why do some of us struggle to feel like we belong—no matter how hard we try? Belonging isn't something you earn by being perfect. It's relational—shaped by early dynamics with siblings, peers, and family. Using The Siblinghood Theory, therapist Minaa B. explores how belonging, conflict, and relational patterns shape your mental health and relationships. This podcast shifts the conversation from individual healing to relational awareness. This is mental health for people ready to understand the why behind their patterns—and break the cycle.

Belonging is a universal need, but conflict can hinder building community. This episode explores the new direction of Mindful With Minaa and reveals the obstacles that prevent belonging, while providing you with the tools to strengthen the relationships you want. Work with me:  Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Resources Website: www.minaab.com Order my book: Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Newsletter:  ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ Stay Connected ⁠Instagram LinkedIn⁠  Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. unpacks ambiguous loss and disenfranchised grief, while providing tools on how to navigate these complex emotions. ⁠Register for The Reframe⁠ Join Minaa B. for 'The Reframe: An Emotional Wellness Workshop,' happening on November 15th from 11 am to 3 pm. Learn more and ⁠secure your ticket here⁠. A big thank you to Luminary for being our venue sponsor. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa helps us unpack emotional caretaking, how it starts, and ways to break the cycle. ⁠Register for The Reframe⁠ Join Minaa B. for 'The Reframe: An Emotional Wellness Workshop,' happening on November 15th from 11 am to 3 pm. Learn more and ⁠secure your ticket here⁠. A big thank you to Luminary for being our venue sponsor. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa provides insight into parentification, emotional role reversal, and eldest daughter syndrome, and offers tools for healing and breaking free from patterns that do not serve you. ⁠Register for The Reframe⁠ Join Minaa B. for 'The Reframe: An Emotional Wellness Workshop. Learn more and ⁠secure your early bird ticket here⁠. 📍Where: New York, NY 🗓️ Date & Time: Nov 15th, 11 am - 3 pm A big thank you to Luminary for being our venue sponsor. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. shares the concept of joy planning and how it plays a role in improving your mental health. ⁠Register for The Reframe⁠ Join Minaa B. for The Reframe: An Emotional Wellness Workshop happening on Nov 15th from 11 am to 3 pm. Learn more and ⁠secure your ticket here⁠. A big thank you to Luminary for being our venue sponsor. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. introduces the concept of psychological reconstructuring and gives people tools on how to effectively reframe their thinking. Register for The Reframe Join Minaa B. for The Reframe: An Emotional Wellness Workshop happening on Nov 15th from 11 am to 3 pm. Learn more and secure your ticket here. A big thank you to Luminary for being our venue sponsor. Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa shares insight into her new relational framework, The Silinghood Theory and she explores how our earliest sibling relationships–whether biological or chosen–shape our adult realtioonships. Take The Sibling BLueprint Quiz to learn your horizontal relationship pattern. SAVE THE DATE: November 15th, 11 am to 3 pm, NYC Minaa has something special in store for you that you don't want to miss. Subscribe to the podcast to learn more. Stay tuned! Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. Gives a breakdown on why we self-sabtage and provides tool for healing. Resources I’m Teaching a Residency at CIVANA This September 25–30, I’ll be hosting a 5-day wellness residency at CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa in Carefree, Arizona, and you’re invited.I'll be teaching a series of workshops, including how to cultivate boundaries and overcome the guilt that comes with it. I would love to see you there! This invitation includes a special 20% discount on your room rate. Use this special link to book, and the discount will automatically apply. For more information about CIVANA and the amenities available during your stay, visit their website. When booking, use promo code: VWGMINAAB Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this epsiode, Minaa shares updates on what's been going on in her life these past few months including how she's been managing stress after being diagnosed with TMJ This September 25–30, I’ll be hosting a 5-day wellness residency at CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa in Carefree, Arizona, and you’re invited. This invitation includes a special 20% discount on your room rate. Use this special link to book, and the discount will automatically apply. For more information about CIVANA and the amenities available during your stay, visit their website. When booking, use promo code: VWGMINAAB Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. shares tools on how to get patient with your healing process. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

Flaky friends are people who are inconsistent when it comes to showing up. In this episode, Minaa B. provides insight into why people behave this way and what you can do about it to protect your peace. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

Asking for help doesn't make you weak, it makes you wise. Minaa provides valuable insights to help you build the courage you need to ask people for help. Resources Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠

In today’s episode, Minaa explores how alcohol affects your brain and mood, its connection to mental health disorders like anxiety and depression, and practical ways to cut back using a harm-reduction approach. Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. shares insights into how anxiety disrupts sleep patterns and ways to improve your sleep hygiene. Book a 1:1 therapy consultation Order my book, ⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the ⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Minaa B. provides insight into three different types of anxiety and how to develop resilience and self-efficacy during challenging times. Book a therapy consultation Order my book,⁠⁠⁠Owning Our Struggles⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the⁠I'm So Mature⁠ newsletter Subscribe to the⁠⁠⁠Mindful With Minaa⁠⁠⁠ newsletter Stay Connected! ⁠Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ |⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠