Rebounding From Religion

It's my 35th Birthday and I'm entering this new chapter by closing Season 1 of Rebounding from Religion!  In Episode 12- the final episode of this season, I fly solo and share about my hesitation around turning 35 and the spirit work I've been doing to let go of my past and look forward to my future. Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend! Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

In the infamous words of radio turned talk show host, Wendy Williams “How You Doin?”  This week on Rebounding from Religion we are doing a mental health “check-in” with Dr. Racine Henry. Dr. Henry is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in the state of New York. She is a leader in Black Mental health, specializing in Marriage and Couples Therapy. She also has a wealth of experience treating several issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, infidelity, personal development, and women's issues. She joins me for episode 11, where we discuss a few mental health trends including: Finding the balance between healthy vs. Toxic Positivity Fighting through Imposter Syndrome Surviving and supporting one another through Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder Navigating how to find a good therapist To learn more about Dr. Henry visit: Instagram:@sankofatherapynyc Website:https://www.sankofatherapynyc.com Give it a listen and share your feedback. Don't forget to share with a friend! Find Rebounding from Religion on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com  

Rebounding from Religion is back and this week's episode kicks off with our first "Asking for a Friend" segment of the year.  In episode 10, I'm giving a quick update about life with COVID and answering questions submitted from previous episodes over the past couple of months.  Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend! Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

Episode 9: Picking up where we left off with one of my absolute FAVORITE guys, my cousin Zahir! We're continuing last week's conversation- discussing the different phases of dating, bouncing back after ghosting, and if window for cuffing season has closed .  Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend! Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

It's episode 8 y'all!  This week I'm joined by one of my absolute FAVORITE guys, my cousin Zahir! Listen in to the 1st episode of our two part conversation where we discuss the different phases of dating, bouncing back after ghosting, and if I've missed the deadline for cuffing season.  Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend! Be sure to subscribe wherever you stream to catch part 2 when it drops. Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

It's our 7th episode and this week I fly solo as we usher in the holiday season, kicking off with Thanksgiving. In the spirit of the holidays, I'm sharing one of my favorite recipes for this time of the year!  The week's episode has all of my favorite ingredients for setting and establishing boundaries to protect my peace, sanity, and relationships throughout this season and into the New Year.  Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend!  Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

After a few weeks off, Rebounding from Religion is back!  This week, I share a few updates about what's been happening in my world and why I needed to take a little break. I also share details about my latest adventure trying something that I NEVER thought I would but walking away feeling a spiritual connection that I'm sure to cherish forever.  Give it a listen and share your feedback- Don't forget to share with a friend!  Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

After taking a week off, RFR is back with an all new episode. I'm joined by a very special guest for my 5th episode- my mom aka Deb! Many people have reached out to ask about my mom's thoughts and feelings around some of the things that I've been sharing so freely on the show. I was hesitant at first but due to popular demand, I've finally extended an invitation to my Mama Dee. Tune in to hear our discussion about my mom's own journey with faith and religion, HER thoughts about my upbringing, and how she feels about my journey on the rebound.  **Note: No mothers or daughters were harmed during the recording of this episode. Be sure to let us know what you think!  Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com  

This week I'm continuing the conversation about being single and dating with my friend and mentor, Tacoma Perry AND her husband Darrell. We get to have a guy's perspective as we revisit the "List" and talk about how to identify the differences between red flags and settling. Together, the Perrys share their thoughts on what people often get wrong about marriage and what they believe would have better prepared them for their own journey in matrimony.  I ask their thoughts about getting and receiving advice from your friends when you're in different stages of life while introducing a new Q & A segment, Asking for a Friend, where we answer questions from listeners about keeping it sexy after kids and maintaining friendships of the opposite sex, etc. Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

On this week's episode I am joined by my very first guest- my friend and mentor, Tacoma Perry. I share about the importance of building community while on "the rebound" and we talk about it ALL: from breakups that almost broke us and regrets from our younger years,  to banning "THE LIST" while dating and why I believe I should have had more sex before getting married.  Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com  

In this week's episode I share a deeply personal story about my own encounter with "church trauma" and how therapy helped me to grieve and change my perspective of my experiences.     Visit on IG: @Rebounding.Religion  Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com  

For the very first episode, I fly solo!  I'm starting from the beginning, sharing some of my story and the personal experiences I'd had with religion before making a decision to break up with my church.    Visit on IG: @rebounding.religion Send an email with questions, feedback, or show ideas to: rebounding.religion@gmail.com

Do you feel like you are on a spiritual path, but you are being held back by your religion? It's easy to feel stuck, lost, or unsure where to go next. I get it, I've been there too. Welcome to the Rebounding from Religion Podcast with me, your host, Johniece Ray! 5 years ago, I went through break-up with my church that changed my life and led me on a journey of healing and discovery.   Before my “breakup” I was experiencing “Church fatigue.” I felt obligated to stay committed to religious traditions even though I knew that I was being called to something different. I hadn't realized that I was so wrapped up in my church that God's voice was becoming faint.   This podcast will bring you conversations that are sure to make you laugh (and maybe even cry) as we discuss how to find beauty in your own journey while on the rebound.   Join me every week as I chat with some of my closest friends, family members, and fellow spiritual rebounders in conversations about faith, relationships, and our own pursuit of personal growth and spirituality.