Ep. 118: Mental Health & Practical Magic | Special Guest Popcorn Psychology 🍿

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! 🧠💗

This week, we’re lighting the black candles and calling in backup—because we’re diving deep into the psychology of Practical Magic. Joining us are our special guests Brittney Brownfield M.S., L.C.P.C. and Hannah Espinoza M.S., L.C.P.C. of Popcorn Psychology—licensed therapists and fellow Practical Magic obsessives—for a powerful conversation about grief, trauma, healing, and the messy, magical road between.

Together, we’ll unpack how the Owens women embody different trauma responses, what Jimmy Angelov’s behavior tells us about cycles of abuse and narcissism, and how rituals—whether magical or mundane—can be tools for reclaiming agency after trauma. We also talk about the symbolic power of sisterhood, inherited narratives, and how magical thinking can sometimes serve as a survival mechanism.

Whether you're here for the mental health insight, the witchy vibes, or just to hear therapists geek out over midnight margaritas—this episode is for you!

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The Magnolia Street Podcast intends to discuss the movie, “Practical Magic” in its entirety. This will evidently result in spoilers and it is recommended that you watch and or read the following. Alice Hoffman’s: Practical Magic, Rules of Magic, Magic Lessons, Book of Magic.

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