Kitchen Table Talk with Jason

Every year I feel like my heart expands and my understanding grows. I hear people stressing about where they are in life , but I feel in peace within myself, because I know that I'm exactly where I am supposed to be . On this podcast, I share a bit more and invite you to listen in on this conversation which is a love letter to myself. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Let's talk about change - if there is anything that is constant in this life it's change ! Let's talk about it --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

A lack of boundaries keeps you from growth - love without boundaries can create so much heartbreak and trauma. Are you loving without boundaries and constantly getting hurt because your love did not have boundaries ? Let's talk About it ❣️ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

I have been doing some unpacking and doing the work that needs to be done for me to heal from the pains of my past. Throughout this process “belonging” has been a common motif. I have realised that for many years I have felt out of place, like I don't belong, which has impacted my relationships and the way I've navigated my adult life. Let's talk about it ✨ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

First episode of 2022 - just checking up on me and vicariously checking up on YOU! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

On this episode I talk about some of the things that triggers me. Sometimes we go through life not recognizing how the things that happen to us especially the negative things represent themselves as “triggers” that manifest in our behavior and the way we react to people, things or situations. Listen in as I have a conversation with myself about this

On this episode, we explore the question : what does it mean to be a man? There's a lot of talk about masculinity these days. Is it toxic? Is it healthy? Is it both? What is masculinity in the first place? Listen in as I explore these questions and more with my guest Gabe ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Just finished Season 3 of “YOU” on Netflix and I cried at the end for some reason. On this episode I talk about it ✨ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Equity” and “equality” are not synonymous! And justice doesn't often look the same for everyone ! Wanna Talk About it? Grab a snack and listen in on my conversation with Gabriel Iro

Let's talk about being woke - there are two times of woke ! Real woke and fake woke! Wanna talk about ? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Do not be distracted by the noise! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Sometimes we want to hasten the process to get to our destiny! However this cannot be done because a blessing given too soon is not a blessing at all. So don't be discouraged ! Let's talk about it

In this podcast I talk about not limiting ourselves to the “ifs” and “when's” of life but living in the “now” ! Let's talk about it

We all have the capacity to “Feel”and that is a beautiful thing. However, when we use these feelings to hold people hostage then it is time to GET OUT IF YOUR FEELINGS! Let's talk about it ❤️ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Entitlement is the feeling that you are owed something that you actually are not. It's a mindset that drains the life out people- in this podcast I explore this subject in a bit more detail and talk about the fact that we do not “deserve” anything but the good things that happen to us is by God's Grace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

The mind is a wonderful thing. It's also a complete liar that constantly tries to convince us not to take actions we know are good for us, and stops many great changes in our lives. Let's talk about it ❣️ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

On this episode I talk about holding on - in life sometimes we get winded and overwhelmed to the point that fatigue starts to settle in and we feel like giving up. But I want to encourage you to just hold on as it gets better :-) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

In life, we're constantly faced with a barrage of events, people, and other outside influences that try to mold us into what they want us to be. Some of these moments are there to define us; while others exist to refine us into being something more. Let's talk about it :-) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

God has redeemed us from the curses being passed on from one generation to the next. This redemption comes as we understand what the root of our problems is and making a conscious decision to change it ! In this podcast, I unpack a bit about breaking generational curses. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Another mental health check in - just sharing thoughts on my life today and reflecting upon my childhood. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Listen to this episode and then get out there and start making some big ol' decisions about your life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

When you're out there making friends it's important to know which types of people you'll encounter. In this podcast, I share about the 4 types of people you will meet in your lifetime. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

TD Jakes said it best; FEED WHAT FEEDS YOU. Bless what's blessing you. Pour into what pours into you. Give what gives to you. In this podcast, I share a bit about this topic and why it is important to know your worth! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

In addition to a more narrow playing field, dating in your 30s means you've probably endured your fair share of failed relationships. So have most other eligible singles you come across. Somebody's bound to have baggage or be jaded by past betrayals. That means some of the innocence and fun of dating may be lost. Sit back and relax and listen as we contemplate upon our experience

In this podcast - I share a voice note sent to me by Alex - just a boy from the islands unlucky in love. I share my exchange with him and how we got to the point where he sent me that voice note. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

This podcast I am joined by an I explore the intersections between sexuality, masculinity, and African identity with a grindr date. Listen and Enjoy

It is a cloudy Saturday in Paris and I had a friend over earlier who happens to be from Ghana. we had a great conversation that I want to share with you. We explored social mobility and opportunity in Ghana - listen and enjoy

Went on a date on Friday - after discussing with the guy he made me realise that since February I have been on 36 dates and he was the 37th - I thought to myself wow! What a waste of time as I am no longer in contact with any of these guys. However, he made me realise that each of those dates I have been on have been valuable in their own right. On this podcast, I discuss that and recount a little about my date on Friday :-) Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

A quick Mental Health Check-In to let you know how I am doing today - Friday , May 28th 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Jag har varit singel alldeles för länge för att jag tror att kärlek kanske inte är för mig. På denna podcasten prata jag om kärlek och det faktum att kärleken du har till dig själv är det viktigaste --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Lyssna när jag delar min nuvarande kamp med självförtroende på jobbet och hur det påverkar min mentala hälsa --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Jag skrev till min ex-pojkvän för att fråga när vi kan träffas ... vi bestämde oss för att ta en paus i november förra året men vi hade inte haft ett riktigt samtal om vad som hände mellan oss så det har varit väldigt svårt för mig de senaste månaderna att flytta på ... lyssna på denna podcast när jag berättar vad som hände när jag skrev till honom --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Just a short blooper

It’s been a while since I’ve let you in on where I am currently at on my mental health journey :-) on this episode I let you know how it’s been going --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Fear is one of the reasons we might (subconsciously or not) deny ourselves pleasure. In this episode I speak about playing it safe in the risk-filled world thinking “if I don’t put myself out there, I will protect myself .” Well, spoiler alert… I only attract much more dangerous things --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Everybody isn't your friend. Just because they hang around you and laugh with you doesn't mean they're for you. Just because they say they got got your back, doesn't mean they won't stab you in it. People pretend well. Jealousy sometimes doesn't live far. So know your circle. At the end of the day real situations expose fake people so pay attention - Trent Shelton --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

It’s Mother’s Day - in this podcast I explore a bit the relationship I have with my mommy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

In this Podcast I talk about the value of saying “No” and that when we try to be everything for everybody, we run the risk of being nothing for nobody. We end up watering down our value and end up in a destructive cycle of being a “Yes Man”! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

6 months later and I’m still stuck on my ex --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

On this episode I give you guys a summary if what has been happening to me and where I am at currently on my mental health journey ✨ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Do not allow your past to control your PRESENT or your FUTURE.

 Whatever happened, you must let it go. Leave the pain of your past behind… so it can not ruin your future. Leave the darkness of your past behind so it can not block the light of your bright future. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

We’ve all had the experience of being triggered by something that creates a sudden and intense emotional response within us. An emotional response is just that – an emotion. I talk about my experience of learning to not react from an emotional place. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Worrying about things you can't control — will drain you of the mental strength you need to be your best. I am learning to rid myself of this toxic habit. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

I have been checking in on myself as I journey through my seasons of sorrow—and admittedly, have done an unsteady job of it. Often, when I’m asked how I am, I answer, “I’m doing OK.” By what many do not understand is that I do not necessarily really mean, “OK.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

This is just a recap on the state of my mental health - how I am doing? What’s going on inside my head? How I am coping

My Ex reached out to me recently after I wrote him to finally exchange my feelings about our breakup 3 months ago and it made me realize a lot of things... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

In this chapter I delve into more about my relationship with my mother --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

Just reflecting after having a conversation with my mommy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

I was afraid to speak about this topic because it’s not something you’re supposed to talk about publicly. But this is Kitchen Table Talk so let’s talk about it ✨

If your friend still has feelings for their ex and had told you so, that's a red flag that dating this person is a bad idea. It can be tough to move on from a relationship when those feelings still exist, and it could cause tension if you make a move before your friend has moved on. LISTEN as we unpack this subject ❣️ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support

This week we are talking about manipulation. we will be discussing what manipulation is (including gaslighting), why it can have a negative impact ! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-dean-holness-vandercamp/support