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“The Power of Choosing Yourself: Lessons from My Mother’s Bold Pursuit of Purpose”
One of the most important lessons my mother ever taught me was the value of self-fulfillment over self-betrayal. When I was just five years old (almost six) and my sister was four, my mother was offered a tenure-track faculty position at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. The offer more than doubled her salary at…
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Why Are Black Women Struggling with Inertia?
The opposite of overwhelm is not action but stillness—a deliberate pause, an embrace of inertia. Yet, for Black women, inertia feels elusive, even impossible, despite its promise of potential. Inertia is not nothingness; it holds the quiet potential for movement, waiting for the right force. So why is it so hard for Black women to…
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Healing in Community: Exploring the Superwoman Schema with Geaux Girl Giving
Last week, I had the privilege of facilitating a discussion about the superwoman schema for an incredible organization called Geaux Girl Giving. Being in the company of Black women was profoundly healing for me as the facilitator. I felt seen and understood as the women in the room shared their own challenges with navigating the…
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Breaking Free from the Superwoman Schema: A Path to Healing for Black Women
Several pervasive and damaging stereotypes about Black women are perpetuated by society, which in turn affect both how others perceive us and how we view ourselves. These stereotypes simplify our complex identities and obscure our true selves, undermining our autonomy. These stereotypes include the Mammy, the Jezebel, and the Sapphire. However, there is one stereotype…
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