Hey friends! We’re kicking off a brand-new series: Adulting 101. If you’ve ever felt like life came without a manual, you’re not alone. Join me as I team up with amazing friends and colleagues to dive into essential topics we all need to know as emerging adults. From navigating homeownership and credit to building solid adult friendships, *Adulting 101* has got you covered. Let’s go!

In this vulnerable mini-episode, I dive into the topic of perfectionism and how it has been holding me back from achieving my goals—especially in launching this very podcast! Perfectionism may feel like a commitment to quality, but it often creates roadblocks that prevent us from moving forward. I reflect on how overthinking and fear of imperfection have kept me from publishing my work and achieving my goals, and I share the personal insights I’ve gained from conversations with mentors, friends, and my own journey in therapy.

Join me as I explore the challenges of perfectionism, the importance of authenticity, and the steps I’m taking to finally get out of my own way. I hope these reflections resonate with anyone who has felt the pressure to be “perfect” and who needs a reminder that “failing up” is a powerful way to grow.

Welcome to the Healing Black Girl Podcast! In this heartfelt episode, host DomTopaz dives into the theme of “valley seasons”—those challenging, low points in life that test our strength and resilience. Dom opens up about her own valley season after experiencing job loss and financial instability, sharing how she found peace, purpose, and strength through faith, community, and self-discovery.

Acknowledgements:

Bre Ferge | Let It B: The Podcast

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Concord Church Dallas + The Table Experience

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Resources

therapyforblackgirls.com

therapyforblackmen.org

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I'm so excited to begin this journey and hope that it is a blessing to you! Thank you for listening!

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