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Reclaiming Your Joy Through Sleep and Movement
Hey Sisters, Rest and movement, while seemingly opposite, are both vital for your well-being. For Black women, these essential acts can be particularly challenging. We often face unique barriers to true rest, and consistent physical activity can feel foreign, given our generally lower rates of participation compared to other groups. It’s time we reclaim these […]
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Finding Your Peace in the Spirit of Juneteenth
Hey Sisters, As this Juneteenth weekend comes to a close, I hope you’ve had moments of celebration, reflection, and connection. This holiday is a powerful reminder of the freedom our ancestors fought for—a freedom that was not just about breaking physical chains, but about securing the right to live with peace and joy. So, how […]
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Navigating Depression as a Black Woman
Hey Sisters, It’s a critical, yet often overlooked, fact that Black women are less likely to seek treatment for depression. While women generally experience depression at higher rates than men, Black women are only half as likely to seek help compared to Caucasian women (Hopkins Medicine, n.d.). This disparity may stem, in part, from a […]
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Understanding Intergenerational Trauma and PTSD
Hey Sisters, This week, let’s talk about the invisible weight many of us carry. It’s that feeling of being perpetually strong, endlessly resilient, yet deeply tired. It’s the pressure we’ve normalized and the pain we’ve been taught to ignore. We’re talking about intergenerational trauma and its close cousin, PTSD. As Black women, we are often […]
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The Art of Saying NO
Hey, Sisters! This week, we’re diving into a topic that might just prickle a bit, one that often sits uncomfortably in the back of our minds. Why the discomfort? Because as Black women, we’re often conditioned by the world to be the ultimate “yes-women” – always compliant, endlessly pliable, perpetually flexible. This narrative feeds directly […]
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Eat, Pray, Love. The Gentle Art of Mindful Eating
Hey Sisters, We talk a lot here at Her Melanted Mind about nurturing our inner world, protecting our peace, and celebrating our strength. But let’s take a moment to honor another sacred space. Our bodies, and specifically, how we nourish them. In a world that often rushes us, distracts us, and disconnects us, how we […]
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Our Mental Health Journeys Unveiled
Welcome back Sis. Today, in a deeply personal and candid conversation, I, Nayome Gilliard, the founder, sat down with my partner, Brittani, to peel back the layers of our individual and shared mental health journeys. As Mental Health Awareness Month continues, we wanted to share our stories – the moments of awakening, the daunting first […]
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Food Access and Its Toll on Black Women’s Mental Health
Hey sis, let me talk to you. We talk a lot about protecting our peace and nurturing our mental health, but did you know the food on your plate plays a huge role in that? Seriously! What we eat is literally the fuel for our brain, impacting everything from our mood and energy levels to […]
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Our Joy, Our Struggle! Mental Health in Black Motherhood
Hey Sis, Motherhood is a beautiful journey, filled with love, laughter, and moments of pure joy. But for Black mothers, this journey often comes with unique challenges and stressors that can significantly impact on our mental well-being. Let’s talk about the intersection of mental health and Black motherhood, breaking the stigma and prioritizing our self-care. […]
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