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Hurt But Not Broken: Boundaries, Rest, and Reciprocity Inspired by Lakeesha Dockery

14 min · 9. juni 2026
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This episode explores how Black women can honor their softness and set sacred boundaries without losing their integrity or big hearts. LeAnne Dolce unpacks the emotional toll of always being the strong one, shares research on resilience and the Strong Black Woman schema, and offers practical steps for moving from burnout to rest, reciprocity, and self-advocacy. Discover how letting go of over-functioning and embracing support can transform your life, business, and relationships—because you deserve to be held, rested, and whole.

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