Y’all… we need to talk. Names matter. Boundaries matter. Respect matters.
In this episode of Room2Breathe, we get real about why it’s so disrespectful to shorten someone’s name, give them pet names, or call them whatever you feel like. We unpack the history, the trauma, and the everyday moments where this happens—and why it hits deeper than you think.

We talk:

• Why names carry power and identity

• How pet names without permission diminish people

• Proper pronunciation matters, even if it’s “hard”

• The history behind misnaming and how it’s tied to trauma

• Boundaries as love and self-respect

If you’ve ever been called something you didn’t agree to, or you’ve dismissed someone’s name without realizing it—this episode is for you. 💚

Join the conversation, drop your story in the chat/comments, and remember: your name is sacred, your boundaries are sacred, and your respect is non-negotiable.

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