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Black women have long been expected to carry the weight of the world on our shoulders—pushing through pain, exhaustion, and stress without complaint. But what happens when menopause demands that we slow down, listen to our bodies, and prioritize our own healing? 🤔
In this episode of Melanin & Menopause, we’re breaking the silence on:
🔥 The impact of the "Strong Black Woman" expectation on our health
💨 How chronic stress makes menopause symptoms worse
💔 The toll of being dismissed in medical spaces
💆🏾♀️ Why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s survival
By ririchardsonBlack women have long been expected to carry the weight of the world on our shoulders—pushing through pain, exhaustion, and stress without complaint. But what happens when menopause demands that we slow down, listen to our bodies, and prioritize our own healing? 🤔
In this episode of Melanin & Menopause, we’re breaking the silence on:
🔥 The impact of the "Strong Black Woman" expectation on our health
💨 How chronic stress makes menopause symptoms worse
💔 The toll of being dismissed in medical spaces
💆🏾♀️ Why self-care isn’t selfish—it’s survival