In this reflective season finale of Belonging Reimagined, Dr. Mona welcomes her friend Pip Davidson — a seasoned publicist, influencer strategist, and familiar voice from “Belonging While Gender Expansive.” In a thoughtful twist, Pip gently turns the conversation inward, inviting Dr. Mona to share how podcasting has shaped her journey and transformed her sense of self. Their dialogue is intimate and sincere, exploring themes of connection, personal growth, and the art of storytelling. Join them for an episode that offers genuine insights and heartfelt reflections on finding belonging in unexpected places.

Follow Pip Davidson on TikTok: @nymandgravyandpip, and read his Substack newsletter, Pen Pals: For Writers Who Mean Business here, at penpalsforwriters.substack.com.

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

In this episode, Dr. Mona sits with her Nour Counseling colleagues Kristin Reddick, LCMHCA, and Danay Scott, LCMHC, to discuss the profound connection between hair and belonging. Join as they explore how hair serves as a powerful medium for self-expression, a source of cultural pride, and an essential element of personal and communal identity.

Tune in now to learn about:

-The cultural messaging that has traditionally linked “good” hair with eurocentric and racist beauty standards

- Learning to separate what society considers beautiful from one’s own beauty values

- Perfectionism as the opposite of belonging

- The concept of hair as a “mask,” a way to hide from the world what’s going on internally

- Hair as a reflection of one’s mental state

- The notion there’s an energy people carry with their hair

- Hair as a source of freedom and creative expression

Learn more about the guests:

Danay: www.nourcounseling.com/danay-scott

Kristin: www.nourcounseling.com/kristin-reddick

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

Part two of Belonging + Ethical Non-Monogamy picks back up with game designer and ENM practitioner Ian Riutta. Dr. Mona and Ian expand on their initial conversation to cover topics such as misconceptions about ethical non-monogamy, family dynamics in ENM relationships, and resources like books for those wanting to discover more.

Tune in now and explore:

- Misconceptions about ENM, including that ENM is all about sex

- Acknowledging and meeting needs in ENM relationships

- The potential for toxicity in relationships that incorporate concepts like veto powers, couples privilege, and unicorn hunters

- Family dynamics in ethically non-monogamous relationships, including coparenting and teaching kids about ENM

- The difference between ENM practitioners and ‘swingers’

- Books like “The Ethical Slut” that lay out ENM structures for those seeking more information

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

Part one of Belonging + Ethical Non-Monogamy features Ian Riutta, a game designer and single dad who has been practicing ethical non-monogamy (ENM) for seven years. Dr. Mona and Ian demystify the relationship dynamic and dive into the unique set of challenges, expectations, and boundaries in ethically non-monogamous relationships.

Tune in now and explore:

- What type of person thrives in an ethically non-monogamous relationship

- Discourse around feeling pressured to make your partner happy, and the freedom of removing those expectations from a relationship

- Abundance vs. scarcity mindsets in relationships

- Making the leap from jealousy to “compersion” in ethically non-monogamous relationships

- The importance of informed enthusiastic consent in ENM relationships

- The difference between ethical non-monogamy and polyamory

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

This episode features Khalida Himes, a certified EMDR therapist and trauma-informed school social worker you may recognize from Instagram and TikTok as @sassyblacksocialworker. Dr. Mona and Khalida discuss the challenges of belonging in public schools, highlighting how the current national climate affects students, teachers, and administrators.

Tune in now and explore:

- How to advocate for trauma-informed practices to support students

- What increasing rates of teacher burnout means for public school students

- The concept of “Wellness Thursdays,” where students and teachers engage in activities that promote mental health

- How students are slowly regaining social skills and connections post-COVID

- How celebrating diverse cultures in classrooms fosters connection and reduces isolation

- The necessity of active parental involvement to support a student’s wellbeing

Learn more about Khalida by following her on IG and TikTok: @sassyblacksocialworker

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

This episode is Part 2 of Dr. Mona’s conversation with Sylvester McNutt III, host of the Free Your Energy podcast, a public speaker, a course creator, and a father. Sylvester is the author of the new book “Live The Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self” and has used storytelling to teach people how to introspect, gain confidence, and sustain self-love.

Sylvester shared a touching story of his personal journey where an educator demanded the greatest of him when he was at his lowest vibration. He then created for himself what he wanted and took ownership of his decisions and actions.

Listen now and gain wisdom on:

- Thinking big in the micromoments

- Creating what you deserve instead of being entitled

- Taking actions aligned with your visions

- Tapping into the generational blessings in your family

- Identifying the people in your life who will call you higher

Learn more about Sylvester McNutt III: www.sylvestermcnutt.net

Follow Sylvester on Instagram @sylvestermcnutt and Tiktok @sylvestermcnutt

Purchase Sylvester’s new book “Live The Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self”: www.sylvestermcnutt.net/preorder-live-the-life-you-deserve

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

In this episode, Dr. Mona speaks with Sylvester McNutt III, host of the Free Your Energy podcast, a public speaker, a course creator, and a father. Sylvester is the author of the new book “Live The Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self” and has used storytelling to teach people how to introspect, gain confidence, and sustain self-love.

Sylvester points out that letting go is the empowerment of knowing "I get to decide today" and inspires us to be honest with ourselves, let go of what is holding us back, and give ourselves permission to dream.

Listen now and gain wisdom on:

- Identifying places to start letting go

- Developing compassion for yourself in the present moment

- The power of demarcation

- Honoring your intuition and visions

- Acknowledging the grief and loss in the process of letting go

Learn more about Sylvester McNutt III: www.sylvestermcnutt.net

Follow Sylvester on Instagram @sylvestermcnutt and Tiktok @sylvestermcnutt

Purchase Sylvester’s new book “Live The Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self”: www.sylvestermcnutt.net/preorder-live-the-life-you-deserve

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

In this episode, Dr. Mona chats with Clinical Mental Health Counseling student Mark Stone about belonging in the gaming communities and the potential benefits of gaming to our mental health.

Tune in now and explore:

- How gaming communities can provide safe spaces for kids

- Cultural representation and stereotypes in games

- Warning signs when gaming starts to impact daily functioning

- How to find a balance between real life and online world

- How games can bring joy and human connections in life

Learn more about Mark: cc-betterworks.com/mark-stone

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

In this episode, Dr. Mona chats with Asha Frost, an Indigenous (Ojibwe) healer, best-selling author, speaker, and guide. Asha invites us to find humility, peace, and grace through nurturing our connections and relationships with all the creations that we interact with every day.

Tune in now and explore:

- Intergenerational joy and gifts in Indigenous communities

- Re-indigenizing as reclamation

- The intersection and merging of culture and spirituality

- Trauma around belonging in Indigenous communities

- Cultural appropriation v.s. appreciation

- Indigenous practices for fostering connection and belonging

Learn more about Asha: ashafrost.com

Follow Asha on Instagram @asha.frost and TikTok @ashafrost

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com

In this episode, Dr. Mona speaks with Lindley Cherry, licensed therapist and owner of C&C Betterworks Counseling and Therapist Learning Center. Lindley shares her work on adult ADHD assessment and counseling and advocates for seeing, embracing, and celebrating ADHD traits.

Tune in now and learn:

- How an ADHD diagnosis can foster self belonging

- Issues in assessing ADHD in adults

- Social Media and ADHD

- Self-accommodation and self-advocacy for ADHD adults

- How to support ADHD friends and family members

Learn more about Lindley: cc-betterworks.com/lindley-cherry-lcmhc-qs-lcas-ccs-ncc

Follow C&C Better Works on Instagram @ccbetterworks

Follow Therapist Learning Center on Instagram @therapistlearningcenter

Learn more about the Belonging Reimagined Podcast: www.drmonanour.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Mona Nour: www.drmonanour.com