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When Grief Shows Up During the Holidays: Making Space for What Hurts
December has a way of bringing both light and loss to the surface. For many Black women, the season can reignite old wounds — from family estrangement and burnout to unspoken grief and emotional fatigue. This gentle guide offers ways to honor your emotions, protect your peace, and find grounding through rituals that remind you: you’re not going backward — you’re moving through with grace.

Haile Pollard-Durodola
Dec 12, 20254 min read


When “People Pleasing” Is a Trauma Response
People pleasing isn’t a personality trait it’s often a survival pattern rooted in old trauma. When you’ve grown up learning to stay small, avoid conflict, or carry everyone else’s emotions, saying “yes” becomes automatic, even when it costs you peace. This blog breaks down why people pleasing shows up, how to recognize the patterns & practical ways to reclaim your voice, set boundaries without guilt, and protect your energy. Healing starts with awareness and you deserve suppo

Haile Pollard-Durodola
Nov 13, 20253 min read


Beyond the Angry Black Woman: Finding Safety in the Feelings You Were Taught to Hide
Many Black women are taught to silence their emotions to avoid being labeled “angry.” This piece explores how to embrace anger as a messenger, set boundaries that honor your peace, and find healing through therapy designed for Black women.

Haile Pollard-Durodola
Nov 6, 20254 min read
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