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The lounge is a general topic and discussion podcast that focuses on mental health, coping skills for depression and more. The podcast is hosted by AP Johnson of TheHealinZone YouTube channel. AP Johnson is a United States Marine veteran whose goal is to

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    • Aug 5, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 34 EPISODES


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    The Farewell | Cardi B Mic Check | Bronny James and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 45:12 Transcription Available


    Ever pondered about the true essence of friendship or the deceptive face of narcissism? Well, get ready to challenge societal norms as we venture into this thought-provoking journey. In the season finale of our third season, we question why friendship is often defined by mere physical presence and assert that real camaraderie is all about steadfast loyalty. We brave the murky waters of narcissism, dissecting the complex dynamics within a narcissistic family unit. And yes, we'd even wrestle the controversial topic of Jesus and God as separate Entities!Cardi B's throw and more...We also dive into the societal reactions to critical events and highlight how society's empathy is reflected in such responses. Taking the recent Instagram post of LeBron James about his son's cardiac arrest as a case study, we examine how society's emotional quotient is showcased. Our conversation leads us to the dynamics in our workplaces, and we debunk common misconceptions about knowing someone. We stress the importance of recognizing and addressing our mental health issues and invite you to ponder what real relationships entail.As we wrap up, we delve deeper into narcissism, self-reflection, and the crucial role of honesty. We pay homage to Dr. Ramani, a trailblazer in the field of narcissistic awareness, and explore how her work can enlighten us about narcissistic behavior. We reflect on the power of music and its transformative impact, sharing how my personal journey with music resonates in my DJ sets. Ending on a note of wisdom, we discuss handling disrespect and the importance of choosing our battles wisely. So, buckle up for an insightful ride full of revelations and reflections!Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    My Side of the Story: Fake News, Fake Friends, and Manipulative Women (Unscripted)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 42:50 Transcription Available


    My Side of the Story: Fake News, Fake Friends, and Manipulative Women (Unscripted)AP Johnson shares a recent and personal story about a narcissistic friendship. The episode will provide a map in identifying fake friends, narcissistic females in general and personal experiences of the Host.Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    Exploration of EMDR: Trauma, Resilience and the Power of Self-Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 18:14 Transcription Available


    Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey of self-improvement and self-love? This episode explores the marvels of the groundbreaking EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD. Get ready to delve deep into understanding trauma, the unique method of bilateral stimulation, and the power of resilience. Join me, AP Johnson, as we dissect the importance of acknowledging our weaknesses and taking ownership of our issues. As we navigate the rising wave of self-awareness, we'll discuss why more individuals are choosing to work on themselves before entering into relationships. We also highlight the significance of self-love, emphasizing that it's the foundation of everything we do. In the second half of our enlightening journey, we'll explore the healing power of sharing our traumas. We tackle the need for self-preservation when letting others in, and the dangers of gaslighting. Ever thought that self-improvement is a destination? We'll debunk that thought and emphasize that self-improvement is indeed a continuous journey. We'll explore the importance of kindness, understanding, and recognizing how our circumstances shape our personalities. So, press play and join me on this enlightening journey of self-improvement and self-love.Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    Navigating the Stormy Waters of Narcissistic Families: Grasping the Origins and Ensuring Safety

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 18:51 Transcription Available


    Ever wonder how to navigate the complex world of narcissistic family dynamics? Look no further, as we discuss the recent video of Aoki Simmons, the daughter of Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons, and the criticism surrounding Kimora Lee involving their child in an ongoing feud. Learn the importance of standing up for yourself and not taking any threat lightly, while discovering invaluable tips from Tamara Hill's YouTube videos on successfully navigating narcissistic family dynamics. But what's at the root of narcissism? We'll dive into how neglect and trauma can contribute to the creation of narcissists and discuss the controversial idea of whether they're born or created due to parental negligence. Learn why treating our children with love and establishing healthy boundaries is crucial, and don't miss our update on the DJ Bluelight podcast. Listen in and gain a deeper understanding of narcissism, its impact on family dynamics, and how to safeguard yourself and your loved ones from its toxic effects.Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    Breaking the Chains of Narcissism: Empowering Yourself with Knowledge and Healing Resources

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 22:45 Transcription Available


    Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of narcissistic abuse, unable to break free and heal yourself? Join us as we share personal journeys and tools to help you find peace, trust the process, and embrace self-awareness in your healing journey. Discover powerful resources like psychologytoday.com and The EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD Skills to reclaim your life, manage triggers, and move beyond traumatic memories. Let's not forget the Earth Angels that provide support and healing for others. So, take a step forward with us towards a healthier, happier version of yourself, and embrace the power of vulnerability and honesty in therapy. Your healing journey starts now!Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    The Black Sheep, The Snakes & The Foxes: Narcissistic Families (Special Edition)

    Play Episode Play 31 sec Highlight Listen Later May 26, 2023 25:13 Transcription Available


    What makes episode number 3 a "special edition", is because it tackles two very important subjects: Narcissistic families, and education on disability ratings for military veterans. In the episode, the host takes several jabs at fellow veterans who are far from team players.The episode comes packed with gems and food for thought on both of the above topics. This episode runs for approximately 25 mins, and this was only due to the coverage of the military veterans portion of the episode.Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    Exploring the Intergenerational Cycle of Narcissistic Family Units.

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 13, 2023 15:48


    Toxic family units can be exhausting. This is why it is important to recognize the signs of a narcissistic family unit, that way you can turn and look at yourself....this way you can re-parent yourself. Consciousness is

    Introducing Season 3 (Narcissistic Family Units).

    Play Episode Play 15 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 22:18 Transcription Available


    In the brand new and reformatted season 3, AP Johnson briefs the audience on what to expect within the podcast's season.Narcissistic family units is discussed briefly to include the death of Stephen "Twitch" Boss, former Executive Producer of the Ellen show. The episode is a conversational piece.The season will focus heavily on toxic family units. By the end of the season, you would not only be better at setting boundaries, but you will also be aware of the family-dynamic in which you were raised.Thank you for your support.Be well.Support the showA podcast that discusses trauma and narcissistic family units.

    Dear Parents: Your Child & Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2022 27:59


    In this final episode of season 2 of The Lounge with AP Johnson, the host states her views and opinions on why it is important for parents to connect to their children, both physically and emotionally. The host also shares her opinions on why the sex of a child should not be changed during, and between crucial phases and stages of psychological development. Support the show

    Sexuality & Mental Health Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 45:10


    In this second-to last episode which runs for about 44 minutes, the host AP Johnson gets a bit brutal and raw with examples of situations which can create the mental health struggles of gays in particular. The topic of discussion  is wide and so it will take the listener to focus and pay close attention to what is being said.Support the show

    Relationships & Mental Health Disclosure

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2022 22:48


    Well folks, we are coming down to the end of season 2 of The Lounge with AP Johnson.This episode discusses the disclosure of mental health issues with a partner. AP Johnson gets personal with her own experiences in what would be a rude awakening about the importance of disclosure of another person's mental health issues. The host also briefly discusses the impact that such lack of disclosure can have on your health.Support the show

    So Much Trouble in the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 24:34


    This unscripted episode discusses the death of Migos member, Takeoff. The episode discusses the level of crime to include the possible dangers of post pandemic fatigue.  Please be aware and be safe.Support the show

    Halloween Special: Crazy Marines?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 8:38


    In this very short episode, AP Johnson tells a short story about encountering a spirit...along with five other Marines.Although this is a true story, it is provided on this podcast for your entertainment.Sleep tight :-DSupport the show

    Revisiting Trauma(s), Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 17:22


    In this podcast episode , AP Johnson discusses the artist formerly known as Kanye West (Ye), and the recent effects surrounding the artist.Awareness on suicide is briefly discussed.The episode discusses for a short period of time, the stigmas of mental health and workplace discrimination against military veterans in particular.Support the show

    Revisiting Trauma(s), Part I.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 32:50


    This episode focuses on standing up against your trauma(s). It is an episode that discusses "stuck points" and how important it is to observe your thoughts. This is a well-detailed  episode on improving oneself.

    Checking In (World Mental Health Day)

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 20:37


    Since it is World Mental Health Day, I just wanted to do a quick check on everyone. I also just wanted to touch base with the listeners of this podcast. Next podcast episode will be posted later this week. 

    Reducing Negative Thoughts & Emotions (Interactive Exercises)

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 31:37


    This episode includes an exercise to reduce negative thoughts, and how to manage them. Our thoughts are not always truthful to us. If you would really like to improve the way you think, you should really sit down, take the time with a pen and a pad (for the exercise) and really tune into this very powerful and highly effective method.

    Your Mind, Self-Improvement, and Self Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2022 46:49


    This just might be the best episode of The Lounge with AP Johnson. In this episode, AP Johnson shares a testimony of what strengthened her faith and trust in God. Several books were referenced and suggested for self-improvement in this podcast episode. Learn about self-worth and the importance of being as kind as you possibly can. How powerful is your subconscious mind, and how does it affect your mental well-being? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Grief | Coping with Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 37:36


    This episode discusses grief and the five stages of grief. The host AP Johnson makes reference to Kobe Bryant and how she dealt with the loss of the legend. To skip the introduction, please go to 14:00. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Sexual Trauma and Molestation from Childhood | The Importance of Closure.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 71:21


    The topic of discussion begins at the time marker of 16:00, however, you are more than welcome to sit in and listen to the questions answered by the host and talking points discussed by AP Johnson. The podcast episode includes stories of sexual trauma from both the host AP Johnson, as well as the stories of others. The podcast discusses the possibilities of sexual trauma in particular and the importance of healing the inner child in the name of some type of closure. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Situational Awareness | Public Figures and Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 62:59


    The episode begins with approximately 15 minutes of discussions and reminders. Main topic of discussion of the podcast: The murder of Gianni Versace and the person who murdered him. Episode includes discussions once again on situational awareness. Public figures such as Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Micheal Jackson, and Charlize Theron are mentioned, along with their child hood traumas. Theories of AP Johnson are based on allegations and some facts on the subject matters. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Social Media Breaks, General Discussions on Mental Health, Situational Awareness & Creepy Neighbor(s).

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 60:40


    Season 2 of TLWAPJohnson is here! In this episode, AP Johnson gets into general discussions with mental health and situational awareness. The host gives a brief overview of what to expect from upcoming episodes for season 2. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Mental Health in the Workplace & The Dangers of not Establishing Boundaries.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2022 63:15


    Mental Health in the Workplace & The Dangers of not Establishing Boundaries. This is the final episode for season 1 of The Lounge with AP Johnson. I hope that you have had enough time to catch up on my other episodes. This season's final episode comes from yet another chapter of AP Johnson's book of experiences and life, and what she has experienced in the place of employment. It also shows by demonstration, the penalties paid, if not cautious of boundaries with co-workers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    General Discussion: Generational Trauma, The Vicious Cycle of Learned Behaviors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2022 27:36


    In a quick chop-it-up session, AP Johnson once again uses a personal example of her family, to demonstrate the importance of breaking generational trauma. The episode also discusses the psychological impact of the transatlantic slave trade on people of African descent. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    What is PTSD?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 67:05


    In this episode the host AP Johnson gets REALLY personal, and discusses the symptoms of PTSD. The episode is to educate more people on the disorder, and is geared towards breaking the stigma. AP Johnson also briefly gets into mental illness versus mental health. This is the longest episode of the series to date. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    The Confession Booth & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2022 35:03


    In this podcast episode AP Johnson is a bit playful in her approach to making her confession and discussing the coping skills that can help to break the habit. This podcast episode also discusses PTSD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Surviving the Times - A Discussion on the State of the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 30:55


    Epigenetic memory is real, and with the very massive debate relating to guns and gun control in the United States, it may have some impact on your mental health. The podcast discusses the current state of the world, and mental health on a whole. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    The Narcissist (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2022 46:48


    AP Johnson brings you part number 2 of the narcissist. With mental health being at the forefront of many discussions, this episode goes deep into the psychology of the narcissist. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    The Narcissist - A Discussion on Narcissism (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2022 36:50


    We hear it almost everyday: The word describes almost everyone you meet, to include the person in the mirror. But the issue here is the disorder of narcissism. Chances are that you know someone who fits the description, but do you really know what you're looking for? In this podcast episode, AP Johnson discusses narcissism on a broader scale. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Military Veterans: Life Before & After the Military.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 23:56


    Military Veterans: Life Before & After the Military. This brief podcast episode discusses PTSD in particular and how one can possible be affected by it. There is a brief mentioning of other disorders and their ties to family trauma. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Aspects of Childhood Trauma & The Importance of Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 32:30


    In this episode, the host AP Johnson discusses personal and first-hand experience of trauma and how it remains embedded into the subconscious mind. The episode also reiterates the importance of making peace with one's past and trauma(s) that stemmed from childhood experiences. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Coping with Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 27:37


    In this episode the host AP Johnson provides a wealth of information on coping and managing depression.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Connect to Your Inner Wifi (A discussion on connecting to Yourself).

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 32:21


    Episode 2 of The Lounge with AP Johnson discusses the importance of connecting within. The episode is rich with information on controlling your emotions and becoming a master of it. Consciousness is core to raising your vibration and becoming a much better you. Acceptance of self is key and crucial to your spiritual enlightenment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

    Welcome to the Lounge | Self-Care & Mental Health | Pilot Ep.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 15:22


    Episode one of The Lounge briefly discusses expectations of the podcast and future discussions. This episode also discusses the importance of educating ones self on different types of personality disorders. Podcast briefly touches on the misuse of certain psychological terms. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/apjohnson/support

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