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Hosted by self care coach Joanna Njama, Sister Struggles is a podcast for black women ready to release the habits and pressure to be a strong black woman so that you can free yourself from people-pleasing habits and toxic relationships. Are you living the life you want or the role that's expected of you? Tune in for eye-opening guest interviews and my coaching to unlearn the limiting beliefs that are holding you back. Sister Struggles LLC
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Black women and healthcare, dating without people pleasing, and slowing down
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This week I get into the struggles of being a black woman navigating the healthcare system, dating without people pleasing, and learning to take things slow, instead of rushing. Subscribe, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Facebook Newsletter www.sisterstr…
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Unbalanced Relationships: Will They Change or Are You Wasting Your Time?
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Do you feel pressured to "hold down" a partner, especially as a black woman? Catch this episode where I talk about why we stay in unbalanced relationships, even when something aint right. Also, Taraji P Henson's struggle to snag the bag she deserves, despite her fame, and how Dr. Antoinette Candia-Bailey's tragic story is a reminder to that institu…
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In this episode, I reflect on the blessings and mess of 2023 and share the people pleasing habits I don't plan on returning to. Like dropping "sorry" from my vocabulary unless it's truly my fault. Working with my body, instead of pushing it past its limits. And not ignoring what I want because I'm "trying to be nice". Mentions: r&b beats playlist S…
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On this episode, my friend, local STL music producer, and new dad Prince Israel shares his perspective on what self care is like for black men, juggling multiple responsibilities, and maintaining boundaries in friendships and relationships. Prince's Work: + Follow @princetheprophet + Tree House Collective record label @free.tree.house Subscribe, ra…
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A Black Woman Recovering from Corporate PTSD w/ Sharitta Marshall
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This week, it's a conversation I couldn't WAIT to have. I talk with Sharitta Marshall, creator of the Mental Health Guide: A Black Woman Recovering from Corporate PTSD, about: - recognizing the signs early - how to stop yourself from internalizing a toxic work culture - code-switching, burnout, and that HR is not your friend, sis! Sharitta's Work: …
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Should You Lower Your Standards to Find Love?
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This week is inspired by Tyler Perry's foolishness. His recent comments about black women needing to compromise more in relationships has us all upset. ME INCLUDED. Let's get into it. Subscribe, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Facebook Newsletter www.sis…
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Does a Woman's Sexual Past Really Matter? With Brittany Covington
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This week I've got a co-host! Brittany Covington, host of the TruthBTold Podcast and I get into this week's shade room hot topics. We talk Lizzo + Meg thee Stallion drama, calling out double-standards with women, dig into how your childhood affects your relationship choices today, and so much more. Follow Brittany: @truth_b_told_podcast_ & YouTube:…
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People pleasing is self sabotage. And you're the one holding yourself back, sis. What decisions and paths have you let pass by to settle for less than what you actually want? In this episode, I talk about how your people pleasing habits are keeping you struggling and settling, and how the solution starts with you. Mentions: The Mountain Is You by B…
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Are you used to saying "I got it. Im good.", even when you're struggling? Maybe it's how you've always handled tough situations and you're on autopilot. Or maybe you've convinced yourself you have no choice. In this episode, I talk how choosing to take on more than you have is a choice you don't have to make. Resources: Can Hyper-Independence Be A …
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This week on the podcast, I talk: Why does being vulnerable feel so damn uncomfortable? What you gain for vulnerability How Scandal's Olivia Pope perpetuated the "strong black woman" narrative How opening up in friendships + relationships creates space for honest conversation and intimacy Submit your self care questions for me to answer on the podc…
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Navigating Ambiguous Friendships: People Pleaser Edition
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This week on the podcast, I talk: the signs of a good friendship are you maintaining friendships just to be "nice"? the time my college roommate stole from me! how to know if a friendship is working for you when to know when it's not working Subscribe, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast Ti…
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From Pet to Threat: How Black Women Are Being Held Back At Work
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This week I break down the concept of "Pet to Threat", a term Dr. Kecia Thomas created to explain how black women are first embraced by employers for our experience and skills, but then held back when we start to show exactly how good we are. Also hear me go off about my own experiences, finally feeling validated, and ways you can handle yourself a…
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Healing Your Relationship with Self with Aisha Adams
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This week on the podcast, business owner, writer & blogger Aisha Adams and I talk: Detaching from mainstream society's idea of a woman The "rich auntie" aesthetic What having a relationship with yourself looks like The only self care tip I would EVER take from a man Find Aisha's resources here: Nappy Thoughts Blog Nappy Thoughts Facebook Lenoir-Rhy…
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Is it You or Them? Why You Talk Yourself Out of What You Already Know
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Are you a chronic apologizer, even when it's not your fault? Are you quick to absorb blame to keep the peace? Well girl, this episode is for you! This week on the podcast, I talk: Instincts vs people-pleasing Can you really have too many plants? Why you talk yourself out of what you already know The steps you can take right now if you're unsure Sub…
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From Strong Black Woman to Soft Girl Season with Rene Canady (Pt. 2)
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This week on the podcast, it's part 2 of my conversation with Rene Canady, a WOC, Bioengineer, and Wellness Advocate (@jointhighpothesis). We talk: Intentionally creating spaces that we thrive in, not just tolerate How taking more risks for the things you want can get you a life you love Finding our what's important to you = finding your people Why…
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From Strong Black Woman to Soft Girl Season with Rene Canady (Pt. 1)
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Season 2 is here! And on the first episode, my guest Rene Canady (@jointhighpothesis) and I waste NO time getting into it. We talk: The history of medical experimentation of black women + how modern science still has it wrong. The struggles of being a black woman in the science industry Embracing soft girl season instead of the strong black woman s…
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11. Emotionally Draining People: How to Protect Yourself
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Feel like you attract people who love your energy but you're the one left drained? Like you're always giving way more than you're getting and everything is always about them? On this week's episode, I talk about my countless experiences with "energy vampires": How I sus them out, salvage my energy + time, + create boundaries to keep from getting su…
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It doesn’t feel great when someone judges you, does it? You can’t control how other people feel about you, but you can get a hold of how it affects you. That’s why this week I’m talking why people judge you and what it really means. Because a little secret? It’s not really about you, it’s about them. Tune in for new episodes every Sunday! Keep your…
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This week on the podcast, I'm exploring the reasons why many of us wait until we’re drowning in our own problems before we ask for help. And why if you're a black woman, you might struggle with this even more than you know. Hang with with me until the end for my take on JUDGE Ketanji brown Jackson's, Lizzo, and of course the SLAP everyone's talking…
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This week on the podcast, I talk my take on the Kim + Kanye mess + how it's potentially triggering if you've been in a toxic relationship, why your values might have been really different growing up than they are now, and why that's exactly what you need to be leaning into, not away from! Tune in for new episodes every Sunday! Reach me on: + IG: @@…
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7. Why Waiting For the "Right" Time Is Keeping You Burnt Out
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Have you been avoiding a conversation with someone because it’s easier to please them + keep them happy? Are you trying to figure out when to finally end that toxic relationship? Are you waiting for the "right" time to move forward? This week, I talk why always planning for the "right" time to take action is actually holding you back from progress.…
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6. Build Your Boundaries (Part 3): Think You're Protecting Them By Not Holding Your Boundaries? Think Again
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This week, it's Part 3 and the final part of my Build Your Boundaries mini-series. I'm talking Sha'Carri Richardson and why not communicating your needs is actually not doing anyone any favors. Tune in for new episodes every Sunday! References from the episode: + Naomi Osaka skincare line: @kinloskin + Sha'Carri Richardson Teen Vogue Article & auth…
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5. Build Your Boundaries (Part 2): Your Boundaries Causing Drama? Here’s Why
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This week, it's Part 2 of my Build Your Boundaries series. I'm breaking down the REAL reason why your boundaries create drama with others, and giving you the solution you need. Tune in for new episodes every Sunday! Reach me on: IG: @sisterstrugglesllc; @sister_struggles_podcast Facebook group: Sister Struggles LLC Subscribe, rate and review with w…
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4. Build Your Boundaries (Part 1): How to Use Your Intuition to Create Better Boundaries
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On the podcast this week, I talk about why having a lack of boundaries and people-pleasing habits are linked, and how trusting yourself is one of the first steps to breaking those habits. So listen on how to create (and keep!) boundaries that work for you. Tune in for new episodes every Sunday! Reach me on: IG: @sisterstrugglesllc; @sister_struggle…
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3. 3 Ways to Protect Your Energy from Burnout
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On the podcast this week, I’m sharing ways I've learned to protect my energy BEFORE I burn out, instead of when I'm already in crisis-mode. Because you're no good to anybody, especially yourself, when you're running on fumes, sis. So listen to find out the simple ways you can take more intentional steps to protect your peace + prioritize your needs…
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On the podcast this week, I’m talking about acting and portraying being UNBOTHERED. There are definitely benefits to letting the bullshit slide, but I think culturally we may have taken it a bit too far. Because being unbothered also means not addressing your REAL feelings + emotions, and that doesn’t sound like self care to me! So listen to find o…
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It's the first episode, ladies! And I thought I'd start with my own story and what got me into the self care habits that created a life I want, instead of tolerate. Hear my experiences of dealing with toxic relationships, people-pleasing and MULTIPLE burnouts. Tune in for episodes every Sunday! Reach me on: IG: @sisterstrugglesllc; @sister_struggle…
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“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation." - Audre Lorde Subscribe, rate and review with what you think! IG: @SisterStrugglesSelfCare ; @Sister_struggles._podcast TikTok: @SisterstrugglesSelfCare Facebook Newsletter www.sisterstruggles.com Email me your self care questions or problems at: Joanna@sisterstruggles.com…
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