Take a second to think of all the things in your life you’ve been told you “should” do. I should eat more healthy. I should be a better mom. I should have a partner. Now, imagine how much freer you could be by transforming those shoulds into cans, allowing you the ability to pursue your desires without shame.
To talk with me today about why women should stop should-ing themselves is returning guest Dr. Melissa Robinson Brown. Dr. Mel is a licensed clinical psychologist, health & wellness enthusiast, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. During our conversation, we discussed how to notice when you’ve developed a pattern of should-ing on yourself or others, the importance of having a strong group of friends who can help you combat negative self-talk, and how parents can stop the cycle of “should-ing” by embracing grace and compassion.
About the Podcast
The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves.
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Session 311: Your Skincare & Dermatology Questions Answered
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Session 310: Catching Up On Queen Charlotte
Session 309: Black Women & The Beauty Industry
Session 308: Getting Ready for Sisterhood Heals, A Book Club Conversation
Session 307: ICYMI, What In the World is EMDR?
Session 306: Becoming A Therapist, Part II
Session 305: Dating & Relationships In the Digital Age
Session 304: On the Couch with Paige Alexander of Hulu's Unprisoned
TBG University: Choosing the Right School For You
Session 303: How Trauma Affects the Brain
Session 302: The Truth About Imposter Syndrome & Perfectionism
BONUS: The Mental Health Benefits of Birdwatching
Session 301: Protecting Your Mental Health As A Black Woman Attorney
Session 300: Black Women in Legal- Media, Law, and Advocacy with Eboni K. Williams
TBG University: The Growing Pains of Graduation
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