Redefining Strength: The Hidden Cost of Resilience in Black Women, Inspired by Marisha Childs

On this episode titled "Redefining Strength: The Hidden Cost of Resilience in Black Women, Inspired by Marisha Childs", we delve into the damaging narratives that equate enduring suffering with strength. In conversation with researcher Marisha Childs, we discuss the harmful toll this expectation has on the mental and physical health of Black women and explore the urgent need to redefine strength by embracing vulnerability and seeking support when needed. This episode ends with a call-to-action for challenging harmful stereotypes, establishing safe emotional spaces for Black women, and championing vulnerability as an ultimate mark of resilience and strength.