In this episode of the Mental Black Mom podcast, Cimone Anique shares her personal experiences with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and its intersection with ADHD. She discusses how RSD has impacted her self-esteem, career aspirations, and social interactions. Through her journey, she highlights the importance of self-awareness, therapy, and community support in overcoming the challenges posed by RSD. Cimone encourages listeners to face their fears and embrace their worth, reminding them that they are... magic

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

01:21 Exploring Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)

02:19 Understanding RSD and Its Impact

10:26 Personal Experiences with RSD and Self-Esteem

13:44 Career Aspirations and Self-Sabotage

20:44 Social Anxiety and Networking Challenges

25:49 Rumination and Overthinking

32:17 Grieving Missed Opportunities and Growth

35:03 Tools for Overcoming RSD

38:38 Conclusion and Encouragement

In this raw and transformative episode, Cimone Anique sits down with Jemanekia Eborn—also known as The Trauma Queen—to unpack the complexities of trauma, survival, and reclaiming agency. Jemanekia shares her powerful origin story, from surviving the murder of her mother to becoming a fierce advocate, sexuality educator, and founder of Tending the Garden, a healing space for marginalized sexual assault survivors.

Through laughter, brutal honesty, and radical empathy, they discuss the limitations of traditional mental health models, the importance of culturally relevant care, and why Jemanekia prefers the title “trauma companion” over therapist or coach. This episode is a masterclass in meeting people where they are, the need for community-based healing, and the urgency of breaking generational cycles.

Topics Covered:

• Jemanekia’s deeply personal journey through trauma and survival

• Her work as a rape crisis counselor and trauma companion

• The failures of traditional clinical mental health systems

• The power of culturally competent, non-clinical healing spaces

• Why sex education must be comprehensive, inclusive, and age-appropriate

• The intersections of race, trauma, and societal shame

• Building Tending the Garden and creating spaces for survivors that don’t exist elsewhere

• Eastern vs. Western medicine in healing and mental health

• The role of humor in trauma-informed support

• The mental toll of being a Black woman in America—and the power in reclaiming joy

Resources Mentioned:

• Tending the Garden

• The Jimanekia Project

• Sentima (Intimacy Coordination Co.)

• Follow Jemanekia on Instagram

Cimone is joined this week by Sunshine Lewis for a conversation on utilizing religion and spirituality to maintain a positive outlook and mental space in the face of darkness be it external or internal.Sunshine Lewis is an author, speaker, and mental health advocate dedicated to creating spaces for healing, growth, and real conversation. Through her books and events, she helps people navigate their mental health journey with honesty, compassion, and courage. Sunshine is passionate about reminding others they're not alone and that their story matters. https://sunshinelewis.gumroad.com/l/devotionalIG @sunshinemlewis TikTok @2blovedbyshine

This week Cimone is joined by Dani Ellison who specializes in helping black women heal from narcissistic relationships with their mothers. Tune in to hear what she recommends to start your healing journey, what options you have, steps to help you re-parent your inner child, and learn what it could be like if you choose to no contact.

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Let's talk about digital wellness, what it is, and the truth about cyberstalking. Joined by Raenae Thompson of SociaLight Stars, we will explore the truth about social media and how it can impact mental health.

" SociaLight Stars is a non-profit organization that educates the community and guides those who have been affected by social media trauma and cyberbullying, into a space of healing, through motivational videos, digital citizenship education and the SociaLight Stars podcast on YouTube. "

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This week Cimone is joined by Chandel Stallworth of Curls and Pilates.

Join us as we discuss the differences in perimenopause for Black women, all things pilates, and holistic remedies.

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This week we are joined by trauma-informed liberation and wellness coach Jae of The JaeLux Yellness Project.

Join us as we discuss the true meaning of self-care, the intergenerational trauma often responsible for causing disconnection from self in black women, and the importance of community in your healing journey.

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LET GET INTO IT! Welcome to the FIRST official episode of the MBM podcast. This week I'm sharing parts of my story in an attempt to practice being vulnerable. I hope it encourages you to do the same when necessary! We'll briefly discuss how ADHD and anxiety are connected and the need for the inclusion of black women/mothers in ADHD research.

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