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EPISODE · May 9, 2026 · 11 MIN

#229 - Why Not You: Stop Looking for Reasons It Is Not for You

from The Salisha Show-Where Broadway Meets Culture · host Salisha Thomas

There are moments where you start questioning if something is really meant for you.You look at the requirements. You compare yourself to others. You start listing all the reasons why it might not work.And before you even try you have already taken yourself out of the running.Salisha is getting into that today.In this episode, you'll hear about:The Black women on Broadway who have expanded what feels possibleWhy representation matters more than we sometimes give it credit forWhat happens when you watch someone take on a role that was never written for them and absolutely own itThe difference between bold confidence and overthinking yourself out of opportunitiesWhat being married to the most go for it person she knows taught her about herselfThe mindset shift behind asking why not meYou do not need more proof. You do not need more permission. You just need to decide to go for it.CHAPTERS[01:08] Being inspired by Black women on Broadway[02:09] The moment that shifted her perspective on what comes next[03:44] Why representation is not just a talking point it is a portal[04:59] Performers who redefined what roles can look like[06:17] Watching someone step into a role and make it their own[08:15] The habit of disqualifying yourself before you even start[08:56] The difference between bold confidence and hesitation[09:38] Why the world rewards people who just go for it[10:34] Why not you though. Seriously. Why not you.THE GLOW UP SOCIETY https://www.skool.com/be-a-10-6090/about?ref=c422989aa4694d43b0b708ca534c4582You can send fan mail here!@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.comMany thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

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