What defines beauty? Who decides which features are "acceptable" or "professional"? In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the complex realities of colorism, hair discrimination, beauty standards, and self-worth—especially as they impact black women in professional and social spaces.
I share my personal journey of struggling with self-acceptance, societal pressures, and internalized bias. From being told that my natural hair was “unprofessional” to experiencing the painful realities of the brown paper bag test, I unpack the deep-rooted narratives that shape our perceptions of beauty.
💡 Key Topics Covered:
✔️ How colorism and hair discrimination affect Black women in workplaces
✔️ The internalized biases that shape our self-worth
✔️ The emotional, financial, and spiritual costs of beauty standards
✔️ The Pink Tax—how women pay 13% more for beauty products than men
✔️ Overcoming self-doubt and breaking free from societal expectations
We explore how to shift from self-criticism to self-love by questioning the beauty standards imposed upon us. If you've ever felt pressure to change your appearance to be accepted—whether it's your skin tone, hair texture, or facial features—this conversation is for you.
✨ You are enough. You are beautiful as you are. But breaking free from deeply ingrained beliefs takes intentional work. Join us in reclaiming our identity, redefining beauty on our own terms, and showing up as our most authentic selves.
🔥 Let’s start the conversation! Comment below: Have you ever felt judged or disadvantaged because of your looks? How have you embraced your natural beauty?
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