When Everything Feels Heavy
An episode of the Shades of Strong® Podcast | From “Strong Black Woman” to Supported Black Woman podcast, hosted by Shirl | Shaddes of Strong, titled "When Everything Feels Heavy" was published on September 12, 2025 and runs 5 minutes.
September 12, 2025 ·5m · Shades of Strong® Podcast | From “Strong Black Woman” to Supported Black Woman
Episode Description
The world is a lot right now. Some weeks feel heavier than others, and this has been one of those weeks. I wasn’t about to just move like nothing was happening, so I came to the mic to sit with it for a minute.
So let’s pause, take a deep breath, and remind ourselves what it feels like to held.
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