Rhythmic Mind

11/15/2022

We played Nas’ “40 side” for a group we did at the Alameda County Juvenile Detention Center. These were young folks who generally weren’t tryna hear that “old sh*t”. But by first validating their perspectives and opinions on what they think is dope, and then taking the time to provide context and break down a bit about who Nas is, what he’s done, who he’s influenced, etc., they ended up loving it. And they were able to take in some of the incredibly powerful messages that he conveys in that song. Shoutout to for this breakdown on the current & issue, and for recognizing these issues as opportunities to really put youth up on game!!

11/08/2022

Important info from the homie . Do the right thing.

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10/24/2022

We couldn’t agree more…

08/29/2022

Post from our Co-Founder/Executive Director

Around two months ago intense pain led me to urgent care, one scan led to another, a biopsy was done, and on 6/21/22 I was given a diagnosis of stage 4 colorectal cancer with extensive metastasis to my liver.

Needless to say, this has turned my life all the way upside down. At times it still feels surreal, like watching a movie about someone else. Of course, the impact on me and my family has been tremendous.

I don’t share much about my personal life on here, and under other circumstances this could have likely been something I would have kept close to my chest. But I have been finding that bringing this experience fully into the light as much as possible is extremely therapeutic.

I am absolutely determined to do everything in my power to not have this be the end of my story, and to stay here on this plane for as long as spirit is willing. Treatments and healing practices of all sorts are already underway.

I’m incredibly blessed to have the love and support of so many phenomenal humans.

Support of any kind…words, prayers, healing energy, etc. is all so, so deeply appreciated.

Holding gratitude for everyone who has played even the tiniest role in my life, and who has allowed me to play any role in theirs.

Peace and blessings to you and yours
❤️🙏❤️

06/03/2022

“Tried to hand them my pain/ they couldn’t carry it/ but it didn’t break me, it made me/ I re-authored my narrative”

These bars were written and spit, with unshakable conviction, during the final group of our first program at the Solano County Juvenile Hall last night

The young man who wrote them is potentially facing 25-life, for exactly what you would assume someone faces 25-life for

The traumatic impact, weight, and pain he carries are not something we even pretend to fully fathom

He shared with us that, as a result of going through our program, he is now clear and committed to earning his bachelors, masters, and then doctorate in psychology (he already earned his AA in the hall)

He expressed that he will do so in order to be best equipped to help future youth facing the challenges he faced avoid the traps laid out for them, and to help them effectively manage their trauma, so they don’t end up in the positions he did

And he shared he has been inspired by our program to use Hip Hop to help achieve these outcomes

This is just one story out of many from this incredible group

We don’t do this work to “save” or “fix” anyone.

But we do believe so deeply in the healing and transformative power of Hip Hop that we have made it our lives’ work

And when we see the kind of life changing impact it’s effective implantation can have…we are humbled by the recognition of the immensity of the spirit that is moving through the space

We write this…

in gratitude for the incredible young men in the group who had the courage to fully show up, share their vulnerability, and wring every drop out of what we offered

and deeply honored to be a part of something so much larger than ourselves.

May you all know peace in your mind and joy in your heart 🙏❤️🙏

Sincerely,

The Rhythmic Mind family

05/25/2022

Halfway through our first program at the Solano County juvenile detention center.

These past 6 weeks have been nothing short of phenomenal. Such a brilliant group of young men, it has been a true joy and honor to work with them so far!!

And some of the bars these kids got…sheesh!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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04/28/2022

Thrilled and honored to be presenting on the therapeutic benefits & applications of freestyling, and our Freestyle Therapy Cypher™️ model at the 6th Can’t Stop Hip Hop Conference next weekend!!

This conference will bring together Hip Hop artists, educators and scholars who are at the forefront of creating The Culture of Tomorrow…TODAY!!

The conference is free to the public, so come kick it if ur in the Boston area, or check out the performances and presentations virtually!! Register at the link in the bio 👉

12/31/2021

We know our programs create real and lasting positive change in the lives of the we work with, and we firmly believe that investment in these young is absolutely critical at this juncture in history!

Nelson, the young man in this video, came through one of our earliest programs a few years ago. We are honored to say that he now works with our organization, providing invaluable peer mentorship and creating phenomenal impact in the lives of other young folks dealing with similar challenges and life experiences. In 2022, we are incredibly excited to have him move into his new role of lead facilitator and begin running programs on his own! Ultimately our goal is to create a sustainable and robust full-time leadership position for him. As our organization grows, we will be able to create more of these kinds of long-term growth and leadership platforms for the youth who come through our programs, creating real change on a systemic level.

From the bottom of our hearts, we want to express a huge thank you to everyone who has supported our so far, your generosity truly means the world to us!! Today is the last day to make a donation for 2021, and we still need your help to meet our goal for the year. If you haven't yet, please consider making a contribution of support. Any amount big or small is tremendously helpful, and goes directly to providing young folks like Nelson with profoundly transformative experiences. And please share this post to help us spread awareness around this work!!

Wishing you and yours a new year filled with blessings, peace and happiness!!

Support here:https://www.rhythmicmind.net/donate/

12/25/2021

From all of us at Rhythmic Mind, Happy Holidays, in whatever form they may take, to you and yours!!!

From Curious George: "Just in time for the holidays, Christmastic puts a seasonal twist on Nas's verses old and new. Featuring original remixes and beats fro...

12/23/2021

The man Harry Mack vibing with Co-Founders Max Kline and Jonah Scott, doing one of our custom designed Freestyle Therapy Exercises™. This one is about addressing your "Inner Critic", that voice in your head that tells you you're not good enough, you can't do it, etc. As literally one of the best freestyle, off the top of the dome MC's on the planet, he absolutely killed it. It was a thrill and an honor to build with him in this fashion!!

This is exactly the kind of thing we do with youth in our Freestyle Therapy Cypher™ workshops, using to engage them in and (PYD) exercises in a fun, powerful, authentic and transformative fashion....and with style and skill!!

If you'd like to support youth having access to these kinds of ground-breaking experiences that benefit their mental, emotional and even physical health, then jump on board and make a tax-deductible contribution to our now!! And please share this post with your loved ones, business contacts, yoga teacher, mail-carrier, strangers at the grocery store.....any and everyone.....and help us spread the good word!!

Thank you for your generosity and support!!

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