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The Black CompassNo Longer “Suffering in Silence”Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of The Black Compass! This week, we discussed a topic near and dear to us. Black women have to carry so much mental, emotional, and physical burdens that it can often be overwhelming. The stereotypes attached to black women are often unwarranted and mentally tax us in ways that can cause long-lasting damage. Being able to find support and safe spaces to allow us to emotionally heal and grow are difficult and can be hard to find. This week, we focus on how to find and create these spaces in our lives...
2021-04-0216 minThe Black CompassNavigating the New NormalHey guys! Happy Happy New Year! We are back and better than ever. One thing about 2021, many things have changed and created a “new normal” and simply won’t allow us to return to our pre-pandemic lives. Something that stands out is the workplace, with more and more companies and employers going remote permanently even as the world slowly opens back up. Thus, our workspaces have changed and we are dealing with the aftereffects of that. Working from home has really changed people's attitudes and expectations towards work. This week on The Black Compass, we examine the new workplace cultur...
2021-03-1921 minThe Black CompassBuilding Your Own TablePeople often struggle with having a say in how their business or career is managed. Having a seat at the table where decisions are made is important to ensure your voice is heard. This week on The Black Compass, we touch on how to build your own table to create a business
People often struggle with having say so in how their business or career is managed. Having a seat at the table where decisions are made is important to ensure your voice is heard. This week on The Black Compass, we touch on how to build...
2020-12-0420 minThe Black CompassWhen You Are Able to Know Your LimitationsIt’s the “Fourth Quarter” Woo sah! It’s been a long year for everyone. We. Are. Tired. As the year comes to a close, we fight the grind and try to push through and finish the year strong. But while you make that last push, make sure you take care of yourself and do not push yourself too far. Hosts Dr. Jess and Dynasty are here to help you wind down and remind us to be kind to ourselves.
In this episode, we discuss how we set limitations in our professional and personal lives. We explor...
2020-11-2020 minThe Black CompassBlack Women In The Political SystemDid you know that Black Women have the power to carry elections? We certainly do and 2020 is the year that will push the Black Woman’s vote like never before. Today, we are going deep into the discussion around Black Women and America’s political system, from the insurmountable amount of scrutiny that Black Women in politics receive to the harmful impact of uninformed voting.
In this episode, we also discuss how Black Women have historically carried the vote of so many elections, the importance of voter education, and why we have a deep-rooted responsibility to sh...
2020-11-0620 minThe Black CompassThe Black Woman Persona In The WorkplaceHave you ever been called outspoken, told you have an attitude, or have had your ideas discredited in the workplace? As Black Women, when we have opinions that are different from the norm, that challenge our workplace’s structural system or status quo, we are considered radical or seen as “aggressive.” As a result, we become isolated professionally and show up with emotional stressors that often make our workplaces unbearable.
In this episode, we’re talking about why these radical ideas should not only be normalized but welcomed and why Black Women don’t need to earn res...
2020-10-2320 minThe Black CompassHow to Find Your Inner Authenticity As a Black WomanDid you know it’s 100% possible to rediscover your true authentic self once you push past your fears and self-limiting beliefs? Building up your inner strength and resilience is step one. Step two is finding a core community that lifts you up, is there for you when you stumble and helps you carry the lows and burdens that our history has thrust upon us.
In this episode, we are exploring the journey and process of finding your inner authenticity in order to shape yourself into who you truly are and how you show up in the...
2020-10-0923 minThe Black CompassEliminating Black Imposter Syndrome with Strength-based CommunitiesIs your community feeding into your fear or eliminating your fear? Having a strength-based community goes further than just having a support system to help you when you feel stuck or are wading through false fears. Your core community should know your strengths, your aspirations, and they should encourage you to take a strength-based approach to eliminate Imposter Syndrome.
In this episode, we are diving deep into why having a strong, supportive community is just as important as building your internal strength to fight the 17 layers of Black Imposter Syndrome. We’re discussing fighting back on...
2020-10-0212 minThe Black CompassFinding Your Grip & Letting Go Of Black Imposter SyndromeHave you taken on unfounded fears that have defined and realigned your life in an unchosen direction? Black women across the board have been suffering from deep layers of Black Imposter Syndrome, and it’s time to unravel why this is so prevalent in our culture. We are here to tell you that even if you’ve lost your grip on who you are and allowed others to fuel you into going a different direction, you can fight and resist that inner belief system that feeds into your fears and start writing your own story.
In this...
2020-09-2523 minThe Black CompassWelcome to The Black CompassWelcome to the Black Compass! An open and thoughtful conversation where culture, career, justice, and wellness collide all in the pursuit of Black excellence. Hosted by Dynasti Hunt and Dr. Jess Williams. If you are ready for two powerhouse women that bring grit, wit, and real truth no chaser in your direction. Listen to The Black Compass on Fridays.
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