430 | Part 1: Reclaiming Joy in a World That Wants You Exhausted | Balancing Joy, Purpose, and Rest as a Black Creator with Taylor Cassidy episode artwork

EPISODE · Sep 29, 2025 · 48 MIN

430 | Part 1: Reclaiming Joy in a World That Wants You Exhausted | Balancing Joy, Purpose, and Rest as a Black Creator with Taylor Cassidy

from Affirmations for Black Girls · host Tyra The Creative

In today’s episode, Tyra sits down with Taylor Cassidy of ‘Fast Black History’. They explore the reality of being Black content creators, how that responsibility can come with unexpected pressure, and ways to stay sane while staying steadfast in their purpose.This week’s Affirmation is: “I create with intention and inspire with innovation.”✨ Connect with Taylor CassidyFollow Taylor Cassidy and support their work:• Instagram: @taylorcassidyj• TikTok: @taylorcassidyj• YouTube: @taylorcassidyj• Pre-Order “Black History Is Your History” by Taylor Cassidy: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Black-History-Is-Your-History/Taylor-Cassidy/9781665957700?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaevEdTehgS2JqVzynP4Re16NR89OpgdZiPkizgAki8le1EWx58ZkAOJGcNmAQ_aem_49_CHV3J8vo_NRhfS6Sksg ResourcesJoin the AFBG Book Club: https://tyrathecreative.myflodesk.com/xkz6bzvn29 Alexis’ ‘Feeling My Shelf’ Newsletter: https://www.feelingmyshelfnewsletter.com/ 50 side quests to do this year - https://we.tl/t-gmLxjREKx4  Listen to the For Life’s Rainy Day Playlist Wanna give therapy a try? Use BetterHelp: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Try The Calm App https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre COMMUNITY CONNECTION FORM: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6Sign Up for our Newsletter!Shop the AFBG Merch! Ask a QuestionSend me a message:[email protected] P.O Box:TYRA MORRISONP.O. BOX 674NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl!Follow Us on Instagram: Affirmations for Black Girls InstaFollow Us on Youtube: Affirmations for Black Girls YoutubeFollow Us on Tiktok: Affirmations for Black Girls TiktokFollow Us on Threads: Affirmations for Black Girls ThreadsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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