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“Sometimes as women, as people, we smile and act like everything is ok when it’s not.”  Yolanda Sulton-Taylor joins me on the pod to talk about how growing up with low self-esteem and feeling unable to fully express herself shaped her journey. Those struggles eventually inspired her to write her book "Making It on Broken Pieces" and step into entrepreneurship by launching Yogo Mobile Solutions, a mobile drug screening service.  In this conversation, we dig into redefining what strength really looks like and unpack the myth many Black women carry—that putting themselves first isn’t an option. Listen to part 1 of this episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Link in Bio Get your copy of Yolanda's book here! Book drug screening services with her here! Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

In this episode of Sister Struggles, I discuss Rayvn Lenae, a rising R+B singer, who was called out for having a "white girl aesthetic", her response, and how blackness isn't easily defined. There are no limits, except the ones we place on ourselves. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

"Healing isn't always glamorous or a straight line. Sometimes you have to go backwards, forwards, sideways to get through." Now this is one of the biggest reminders I took from Pt. 2 of talk with Shirria McCullough, therapist for ambitious millennial moms. Because It took me a LONG time to figure out. Also, we discuss how we have control over our healing and can take a break when the grief gets too rough. Is there still a stigma of therapy in black community? And our analysis of Nicki Minaj and her recent crashouts.  Listen to pt. 2 of our deep conversation, on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Support Shirria 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 Ambitious Mom Reset: A Self-Care Guide Schedule An Appt with Shirria Facebook Instagram Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

Nobody ever told me it was ok to disappoint people. But instead to silence myself so no one was uncomfortable, while feeling like I always had to be "on". And that's especially hard if you're a black mother, struggling to balance showing up for everyone and everything, but not prioritizing yourself.  So when I sat down with Shirria McCullough, a therapist for ambitious millennial moms focused on their self care without mom guilt, she said something so on point. "Moms deserve to be happy and kids deserve happy moms." We also get into how black women also feel pressured to show up, say less, and still be grateful and why we truly don't owe anyone anything. Oh and Cardi B lately! Listen to part one of our deep conversation, on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Support Shirria 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 Ambitious Mom Reset: A Self-Care Guide Schedule An Appt with Shirria Facebook Instagram Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

Black women are the originators of the side-hustle. Nobody can juggle like us, but do we have to?! In this episode, I explore if side-hustles are good for our mental health, on where the compulsion comes from, and are we having fun or nah? Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

"Your silence is keeping your shame alive. It's not yours to carry, and it's not your fault."  On this episode I talk about the emotional toll of staying silent and what you can do to release what's holding you back. Let's talk about it. *FYI, this episode is dated. So some things have come to light (ahem, Diddy). Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

"If I show my anger, I’ll be the angry black woman." How do black women get to show their anger without looking like the stereotypical "angry black woman"? This is a question I've wrestled for too long until I realized I wasn't the problem. And it wasn't my problem to fix.  So this episode is about letting go of shame in releasing the very valid anger we feel. And deflecting narratives that keep you stuck in that shame. Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

“If I don’t have it all together, I’ll look weak. Like I’m not good enough." Sound familiar? Because you're definitely not alone. This mindset is so common, especially with black women struggling to keep up the strong black woman stereotype.  So in this week's episode, I get how these thoughts feed into the superwoman complex and hold you back from your rest, peace, and making the right choices for you.  Next episode, I'll cover another limiting belief. Don't miss it! Hyper-Independence Stop Waiting To Ask For Help Black Women + Healthcare, Dating w/out People Pleasing + Slowing Down   Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

...who you're dating is a direct reflection of how you see yourself. In this week's episode, I dive into how easy it is to settle in relationships and how self-love truly changes everything. I share some juicy details about a past relationship, the mistakes I almost made, and what it took to finally realize it wasn't meant to be. Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

Wendy Matheka, a psychotherapist and wellness coach, on this episode speaking absolute facts! She shares the tools to help you (and me) actually process the real emotions, instead of trying to suppress or rationalize them.  Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

Well what can I say... this was a tough episode to record. But it's real, and my emotions are real. And also, full of hope. So if this time is especially tough for you, I hope this episode helps you feel validated, supported, and empowered to make it through. Because we will. Together.  Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

This black girl never cared about voting... until now.  Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

This week I get into the struggles of being a black woman navigating the healthcare system, dating without people pleasing, and learning to take things slow, instead of rushing.  Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

Do you feel pressured to "hold down" a partner, especially as a black woman? Catch this episode where I talk about why we stay in unbalanced relationships, even when something aint right. Also, Taraji P Henson's struggle to snag the bag she deserves, despite her fame, and how Dr. Antoinette Candia-Bailey's tragic story is a reminder to that institutional racism kills.  Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]

In this episode, I reflect on the blessings and mess of 2023 and share the people pleasing habits I don't plan on returning to. Like dropping "sorry" from my vocabulary unless it's truly my fault. Working with my body, instead of pushing it past its limits. And not ignoring what I want because I'm "trying to be nice". Mentions: r&b beats playlist Follow, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Email me! [email protected]