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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 35 MIN

The Cost of Overfunctioning: How Black Women Can Set Boundaries at Work

from The Cyber Boss Show™ · host ReeTheCyberBoss®

Are you choosing a paycheck over your peace? To kick off Women’s History Month, Dr. Ree dives deep into why boundaries aren’t about being difficult and how they can become sustainable.Black women are often pushed into over-functioning roles, carrying a heavy load of emotional labor both digitally and in person. Using the lens of cyberpsychology and lived experience, Dr. Ree breaks down how to protect your mental health and advance professionally without burning out.In this episode, we discuss:Why boundaries are a power move, not a professional risk.The "Overfunctioning" trap and how it affects Black women in tech and corporate spaces.The Cyberpsychology of digital boundaries: How to log off without anxiety.How to set firm boundaries without fear, guilt, or over-explaining.This is a masterclass in self-advocacy and power without apology. It’s time to secure your peace just as much as you secure your career.Connect with The Cyber Boss®Connect with Dr. Ree on IG: @dr.jereeFollow The Cyber Boss Show™ on IG: @thecyberbosspodExplore the ReeTheCyberBoss® Ecosystem: www.reethecyberboss.comLearn More about The Cyber Boss Show™ at www.thecyberbosspod.com

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