For generations, Black women have been praised for their resilience, independence, and ability to push through adversity without showing signs of struggle. While this strength may be celebrated, it can quietly become a burden that shapes how we move through the world and how we treat our own emotional needs. The Strong Black Woman myth teaches us that we must always be composed, always capable, and always ready to carry everyone else. But what happens when that strength becomes the very thing...

In 2023, I found myself praying for clarity, a lot. I used the word “clarity” because there were things I couldn’t see or couldn’t/didn’t...

You know, we are in a society in which leaders are encouraged to learn, consider, grow, evolve, and maintain sustainability in their own...