Episode 9: Digital Babysitters & Tiny Addicts
🎧 Trigger Warning: This episode discusses internet addiction, parental burnout, and the mental health impact of early screen exposure in children.

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we unpack real experiences, hard truths, and the messy but beautiful process of healing.

In this episode, we’re diving into:
📱 How screens have become the new babysitters for a generation of kids
🧠 The effects of unlimited internet access on attention, self-worth, and mental health
👨‍👩‍👧 The challenges parents face trying to set digital boundaries while juggling everything else
🌐 The illusion of “connection” in a world where kids are more plugged in but emotionally disconnected
💡 Ways families can reclaim balance and raise more mindful, media-literate kids

We’re not here to judge; we’re here to reflect, question, and understand how we got here. Because technology isn’t the enemy… disconnection is.

🎧 Tune in for an honest conversation about parenting in the digital age, protecting kids’ mental health, and breaking the cycle of screen dependency, one real talk at a time.

🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation: new episodes every Sunday. Don’t just listen — reflect, share, and grow with us.

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Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.com

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses toxic masculinity, emotional suppression, and generational trauma in men of color.

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we unpack real experiences, hard truths, and the messy but beautiful process of healing.

In this episode, we’re opening up about:

💭 How toxic masculinity shapes emotional expression in Black and Brown communities🧠 The impact of emotional suppression on mental health, relationships, and self-identity👨🏾‍🤝‍👨🏽 The generational patterns rooted in survival, racism, and poverty that shaped emotional “toughness”💬 The fear of therapy, being labeled “soft,” and how that affects connection and vulnerability💡 How redefining strength through emotional awareness is transforming what it means to be a man. We’re not here to shame, we’re here to start a conversation.Because emotional expression doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human.And breaking those generational patterns? That’s real strength.

🎧 Tune in for an open, honest dialogue about healing, brotherhood, and rewriting the narrative for the next generation.

🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation: new episodes every Sunday.Don’t just listen, reflect, share, and grow with us.

📌 Connect with us:Instagram: ⁠@tmgh_38⁠TikTok: @tmgh38Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.comSpotify: This Might Get Heavy

💬 Question for you:When was the last time you wanted to cry but didn’t… what stopped you?

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses toxic masculinity, emotional suppression, and generational trauma in men of color.

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we unpack real experiences, hard truths, and the messy but beautiful process of healing.

In this episode, we’re opening up about:

💭 How toxic masculinity shapes emotional expression in Black and Brown communities🧠 The impact of emotional suppression on mental health, relationships, and self-identity👨🏾‍🤝‍👨🏽 The generational patterns rooted in survival, racism, and poverty that shaped emotional “toughness”💬 The fear of therapy, being labeled “soft,” and how that affects connection and vulnerability💡 How redefining strength through emotional awareness is transforming what it means to be a man. We’re not here to shame, we’re here to start a conversation.Because emotional expression doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human.And breaking those generational patterns? That’s real strength.

🎧 Tune in for an open, honest dialogue about healing, brotherhood, and rewriting the narrative for the next generation.

🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation: new episodes every Sunday.Don’t just listen, reflect, share, and grow with us.

📌 Connect with us:Instagram: @tmgh_38TikTok: @tmgh38Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.comSpotify: This Might Get Heavy

💬 Question for you:When was the last time you wanted to cry but didn’t… what stopped you?

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy — the podcast where we explore real-life experiences: the wounds we’ve carried, the healing we’ve chosen, and the growth we continue to chase.

In this episode, we’re unpacking:

• The victim mindset — how it shows up, how it holds us back, and how we started shifting out of it

  What taking accountability actually looks like (hint: it’s not self-blame)

  The power of boundaries — and how they help us protect our peace and stay rooted in self-worth.

  Taking control of your life — even when it feels messy, late, or hard.

• We’re not here as experts — we’re here as people who’ve been through it, taken accountability, and are actively doing the work. This is a space for truth, reflection, real talk, and yes… a little humor too.

  
  

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  New episodes drop every Sunday.
  Don’t just listen: reflect, share, and grow with us.

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  Instagram: @tmgh_38
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  Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.com
  Spotify: This Might Get Heavy

  
  

  💬 Question for you:What boundary could have changed everything for you sooner?
  Share your thoughts in the comments — your story matters.

  #ThisMightGetHeavy #TruthHurtsGrowthHeals #HealingJourney #RadicalAccountability #BlackAndBrownVoices #CycleBreakers #BoundariesAreLove

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we dive into real-life experiences: things that hurt and things that heal.

In this episode, we’re opening up about:

What our childhood taught us about love

We’re not here as experts, we’re here as two people who’ve lived it, learned from it, and are still figuring it out. This is a space for vulnerability, reflection, and yes… a little humor too.

🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation:

New episodes every Sunday.

Don’t just listen: reflect, share, and let’s grow together.

📌 Connect with us:

Instagram: tmgh_38

TikTok: tmgh38

Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.com

YouTube: This Might Get Heavy

💬 Question for you: What did your childhood teach you about love?

Share your story in the comments.

#ThisMightGetHeavy #TruthHurtsGrowthHeals #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #BlackAndBrownVoices #cyclebreakers

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, emotional abuse, and trauma.Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we dive into real-life experiences: things that hurt and things that heal.In this episode, we’re opening up about:Our healing journeyHow it impacted our future relationshipsWe’re not here as experts, we’re here as two people who’ve lived it, learned from it, and are still figuring it out. This is a space for vulnerability, reflection, and yes… a little humor too.🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation: New episodes every Sunday. Don’t just listen: reflect, share, and let’s grow together.📌 Connect with us:Instagram: tmgh_38TikTok: tmgh38Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.comYouTube: This Might Get Heavy💬 Question for you: What was the hardest part of healing? Share your story in the comments.#ThisMightGetHeavy #TruthHurtsGrowthHeals #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #BlackAndBrownVoices #cyclebreakers

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, emotional abuse, and trauma.

Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we dive into real-life experiences: things that hurt and things that heal.

In this episode, we’re opening up about:

The cycle of abuse.

The walking on eggshells and gaslighting patterns we experienced in our relationships.

We’re not here as experts, we’re here as two people who’ve lived it, learned from it, and are still figuring it out. This is a space for vulnerability, reflection, and yes… a little humor too.

🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation: New episodes every Sunday.

Don’t just listen: reflect, share, and let’s grow together.📌

Connect with us:

Instagram: tmgh_38

TikTok: tmgh38

Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.com

Spotify: This Might Get Heavy

Share your story in the comments.#ThisMightGetHeavy #TruthHurtsGrowthHeals #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #BlackAndBrownVoices #cyclebreakers

- National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text: “START” to 88788

Website/Chat: thehotline.orgConfidential

24/7 support, crisis intervention, safety planning, and local referrals.

- Love Is Respect (Dating Violence for Teens & Young Adults)

Call or Text: 1-866-331-9474 / Text “LoveIs” to 22522

Website/Chat: loveisrespect.orgSupport, advocacy, and resources for young people experiencing abuse.

- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text: 988 Website/Chat: 988lifeline.org

24/7 support for mental health crises, including trauma related to domestic violence.

- National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)

Website: ncadv.orgInformation and resources to help survivors and connect with local programs.

- Domestic Violence & Pets Guidance

Website: thehotline.org/domestic-violence-and-pets

Safety planning for survivors with pets.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, emotional abuse, and trauma.Welcome to This Might Get Heavy, the podcast where we dive into real-life experiences: things that hurt and things that heal.In this episode, we’re opening up about:

The cycle of abuse

The belittling and manipulation patterns we experienced in our relationshipsWe’re not here as experts, we’re here as two people who’ve lived it, learned from it, and are still figuring it out. This is a space for vulnerability, reflection, and yes… a little humor too.🎙️ Subscribe & join the conversation:

New episodes every Sunday. Don’t just listen: reflect, share, and let’s grow together.📌 Connect with us:Instagram: tmgh_38TikTok: tmgh38Email: thismightgetheavy@gmail.comYouTube: This Might Get Heavy💬 Question for you: What kept you in the cycle the longest? Share your story in the comments.#ThisMightGetHeavy #TruthHurtsGrowthHeals #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #BlackAndBrownVoices #cyclebreakers - National Domestic Violence HotlineCall: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)Text: “START” to 88788Website/Chat: thehotline.orgConfidential 24/7 support, crisis intervention, safety planning, and local referrals.- Love Is Respect (Dating Violence for Teens & Young Adults)Call or Text: 1-866-331-9474 / Text “LoveIs” to 22522Website/Chat: loveisrespect.orgSupport, advocacy, and resources for young people experiencing abuse.- 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall or Text: 988Website/Chat: 988lifeline.org24/7 support for mental health crises, including trauma related to domestic violence.- National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)Website: ncadv.orgInformation and resources to help survivors and connect with local programs.- Domestic Violence & Pets GuidanceWebsite: thehotline.org/domestic-violence-and-petsSafety planning for survivors with pets.