Tired of the achievement hustle? This podcast is for Black women who want to ditch the "hustle culture" mentality and embrace radical self-care. Denise and Kala, friends and co-founders of Well Rise, have real conversations about what better wellness means: less doing, more being, and more prioritizing your own damn needs.
Meet your hosts: Kala and Denise
This podcast is for you if
You're tired of the hustle and grind mentality.
You want to prioritize your own wellness.
You're looking for practical tools and inspiration for self-care.
You want to connect with other Black women on a similar journey.
In this episode
Why this podcast is different: it's not about doing more, it's about doing less and doing it better.
The dangers of achievement culture and how it impacts Black women.
Practical tips for prioritizing self-care, even with a busy schedule.
A featured "Put that Ish on!" product: a stretch mark cream for embracing your scars and loving the skin you're in.
Ready to ditch the hustle and embrace radical self-care? Hit subscribe and follow the BetternessBox community on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.
Highlights Include
1:00- Why this podcast is needed: challenging achievement culture
3:20- Personal stories of neglecting self-care and the consequences
6:38 - What self-care actually is (hint: it's not just nail appointments)
7:00 - Reframing busyness and prioritizing what matters
10:00 - The link between achievement culture and self-worth in Black communities
11:50 - What you can expect from the podcast: tools, stories, and inspiration
15:00 - Put that Ish on! segment featuring a stretch mark cream
18:30 - Denise's tip: evaluate one responsibility and its value
20:20 - Kala’s tip: remove one responsibility and replace it with one self-care need
Check out episode 1 of the Good, Better, Betterness podcast out now on Spotify, Google Podcast, Audibe, Amazon Music and YouTube
Links mentioned in this episode
BetternessBox Subscription: https://betternessbox.com/collections/shop-betternessbox/products/subscribe-save
BetternessBox Website: https://betternessbox.com/
BetternessBox Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@betternessbox
BetternessBox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betternessbox/
Skin Research Stretchmarks Cream: https://us.skinchemists.com/products/skin-research-stretch-marks
Guest/Hosts Social Media Info
Kala Garner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekglifestyle/
Denise Gilmore-McPherson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dgilmcphee/
