Black women are exceptionally intelligent. That’s not up for debate. However, when pursuing advanced degrees, many face an uphill battle when it comes to getting the support they need. How do they take care of their mental health? What do they do when they encounter racism? How do they balance a full-time job with the […]
Category: The Dimitrius Show
Teaching in South Korea as a Black Woman
Teaching can be one of the most fulfilling careers anyone can have, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. This is especially true for black women who decide to pursue a teaching career outside of the United States. How is the culture different there versus where they’re from? How do they acclimate to the school […]
Here’s Some Really Bad Dating Advice
Dating can be exhausting, and sometimes we just need a friend we can vent to who will tell it like it is. Should we stay with a man we suspect is cheating? Do we deserve to get our spouse back after we’ve mistreated them? Should we move in with our partner who lives with their […]
How are Alcohol Addiction and Trauma Linked?
Alcohol addiction has devastating consequences, but it is largely still glamorized by most of our society. Why don’t we take it more seriously? How do you define what alcohol addiction is? Is there an underlying cause? Dimitrius is joined by guest Shalina Lodhia, a mental health counselor, resume writer, and musician as they peel back […]
Exploring the Feminine and Masculine Energies in LGBT Relationships
Dating as a feminine presenting LGBTQ individual can be difficult. There is no guidebook for how to date, and there are few places outside of dating apps to meet potential love interests. So, what do they do? Why is it so difficult? How can we make it better? Dimitrius is joined by journalist Alex Gonzalez […]
Can You Be Gay in the Workplace and Successful?
There is no rulebook for how to be gay in the workplace, so it can seem frightening for someone who’s still “in the closet.” Will a gay man who comes out lose his job? Can you be fired for being gay? What if you’re feminine? Dimitrius is joined by guest Grant as they discuss what […]
Do Men Even Have Feelings?
Men typically struggle with talking about their feelings. Many are conditioned to show as little emotion as possible, the consequences of which can be quite self-destructive. How can men express themselves in a healthy way? What happens when you don’t acknowledge your feelings? Dimitrius is joined by guest Drew Juanillo as they tackle what it […]
My Self Esteem Journey: Gay Mental Health & Self-Acceptance
Overcoming low self-esteem can seem challenging, especially when it comes to speaking up and acknowledging your trauma. Is self-esteem permanent? Does it ever get easy? What if you’re LGBTQ? Dimitrius speaks about his own personal struggles with low self-esteem and how he reached a point of self-acceptance. Mental Health & Relationships Dimitrius 0:59 Well, hi there. […]