WHAT SHE SAID! A Black Girl Story of Resilience, Power, Grace, and Love.

Ever hit a wall where motivation becomes a foreign concept? We've all been there. Feeling unmotivated, uninspired, and simply not up for the challenge is a universal experience. 

In this captivating episode, our host, Roe Anderson, fearlessly dives into her personal journey of losing momentum. She opens up about the highs and lows of recording the podcast, carrying her non-profit organization, and navigating life's unpredictable twists and turns. Brace yourself for an intimate glimpse into the past 11 months of her life and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way.

Prepare to be inspired and equipped with life-changing tips that will reignite your spark and propel you forward. Remember, everyone faces their fair share of ups and downs. Join us on this transformative podcast as we explore how to reclaim your drive and find that inner fire once again.

But that's not all. By tuning in to What She Said, you're embracing a larger mission. Girl Stance Inc, a revered 501c3 non-profit organization, spearheads this podcast. Their goal? To inspire, empower, and guide girls in nurturing their internal resources, enabling them to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to engage with our vibrant community of black girls and women who refuse to back down. Visit girlstance.org to subscribe to our show and newsletter. By doing so, you'll forge connections, gain insights, and join a movement that celebrates resilience while protecting the heart, mind, and future of its members.

Are you or someone you know between the ages of 18-24? Join our community and share your story on our show! Simply send us a message at info@girlstance.org. Together, let's amplify voices, celebrate achievements, and spark change.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Have you been thinking of trying therapy but have doubts, questions, and concerns? This episode is for you! 

In this episode we do things a little differently as our host Roe Anderson speaks directly about her experiences and benefits of therapy. This episode highlights questions in concerns around privacy, trust, and biases. Roe shares her relatable experiences and fears around sharing her traumas and business with a stranger. She also covers the importance of integrating other modalities complimenting a beginner's therapy experience. 

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

The Black experience goes beyond impoverished people. In this episode, Niya shares what it's like growing up middle class and some of her experiences being outcasted. Have you ever felt like you were being silently outcasted? Being silently outcasted is when a group of people invites you in with no intentions of embracing you for who you are and withdraw their love and support abruptly. Niya shares how to navigate being silently outcast through her experience in different schools with different dominant cultures. 

We also discussed Niya’s experience as a hybrid student in high school taking college courses. Niya will graduate with a general associate’s degree and shares how she copes with balancing things from education, social life, and mental health. This conversation is filled with reflective thoughts and inspiration to embrace authenticity regardless of socioeconomic circumstances. 

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Do you feel stuck or confused during certain conversations, and unsure if you should speak or be silent? 

In our current society, we live amongst people who may overshare and persuade you to contribute to conversations that are draining and triggering. In this episode, Aaliyah joins us to talk about the importance of boundaries. She switched it up and asked the host some interesting topics as well. She also shares with us details of her upbringing in the church. Aaliyah comes with nuggets of wisdom as a 27-year-old sharing her journey with our rising youth. 

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

How are teens experiencing counseling and therapy? In this episode, Vakyah shares the experience that led her to therapy at the age of 16 and how it helped her discover her self-worth after an attempt to self-harm. Vakyah gives her thoughts on the cultural stigma of therapy and being brought up in a religious background. She shares how important it is to balance faith and external help when needed, and what it was like to experience having a Black therapist she felt she could relate with.

For the aspiring hairstylist, Vakyah (a hairstylist herself) shares tips and tools on what it really looks like to grow a business right out of cosmetology school. This episode exemplifies the tender strength of the Black girl and how when we chose to live and grow, there is no force that can stop us!

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Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

This episode continues from Part 1.

In this episode, we shed light on the concerns of suicide amongst youth and young adults. Our guest Darianna shares what she witnessed leading up to the tragic crisis of her close friend. She shares how she continues to cope with the loss and how she is navigating the experience. She also shares how her experience made her more attentive to her mental health and how important it is to nurture and protect it. This episode is full of tips and tools on how to integrate the rough and tough times of losing a friend and supporting a friend in crisis.

Disclaimer:

Throughout this episode, you will hear triggering words and phrases along with graphic storytelling of self-harm. It is important to recognize that the stories being shared on our podcast are for educational purposes only. Our podcast aims to inform and empower listeners to transform their mindset and overcome obstacles. We believe that stories are a meaningful way to build empathy and that authentic stories have the power to move hearts and minds and unite us all for the greater good.  If you have a pre-existing mental health condition or you are starting to experience signs and symptoms of mental illness, we do not recommend you listen to this episode without the supervision of a mental health professional as this episode can be emotionally intense. If you do not have a doctor or therapist, please contact us for further support at info@girlstance.org.

Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding your thoughts or emotional condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the What She Said podcast!

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you're having suicidal thoughts, call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time. If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately.

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

How often do we hear the stories of young people who are affected by friends who lose their life to mental illnesses? In Part 1, we discussed how gender roles are shaped based on our upbringing. Digging deeper into the conversation, Darianna shares a tender graphic moment of the beginning stages of losing a close friend to suicide. This episode is filled with wisdom and insight on recognizing how we shape gender roles from parental influence and how to recognize the beginning signs of mental decline.

Disclaimer:

Throughout this episode, you will hear triggering words and phrases along with graphic storytelling of self-harm. It is important to recognize that the stories being shared on our podcast are for educational purposes only under the category of journal entries. Our podcast aims to inform and empower listeners to transform their mindset and overcome obstacles. We believe that stories are a meaningful way to build empathy and that authentic stories have the power to move hearts and minds and unite us all for the greater good.  If you have a pre-existing mental health condition or you are starting to experience signs and symptoms of mental illness, we do not recommend you listen to this episode without the supervision of a mental health professional as this episode can be emotionally intense. If you do not have a doctor or therapist, please contact us for further support at info@girlstance.org.

Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding your thoughts or emotional condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the What She Said podcast!

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you're having suicidal thoughts, call National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time. If you are located outside the United States, call your local emergency line immediately.

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Trauma can shift the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this episode, Ali shares her experience with being bullied by other girls in high school and finally having the chance to reinvent herself after years of doubting her beauty and creativity. 

They also covered recognizing that all black girls aren't assertive and confrontational, and the importance of creating safe spaces for the soft and delicate girls in school and in the world. This episode carries a relatable story of the quiet shy girl who has found her voice and seeking her purpose in this world. 

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between 18-24 years old would be interested in joining our community and sharing your story, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Do you feel triggered by cultural imitation? Do you feel culture can be stolen by people of a different race? In this episode, Shayla gives her thoughts and experience of being imitated by people of a different race.

They also covered ways to build trust and communication between young black girls and black momma’s. This episode has so many nuggets of wisdom for girls to find their voice and own their unique expressions.

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Have you been cast out or made fun of by your peers because of your difference in appearance and speech? Have you been told or been made to feel you're not black enough? 

In today’s ep, 18-year-old Tamyah joins Roe to talk about finding freedom in her uniqueness as a black girl and owning who she is as a non-confrontational person in a culture where confrontation means tough.

They also cover courage and embracing friendships with people from all walks of life. So much inspiration in this one for anyone finding their way to their authenticity.

Continue to honor your resilience, protect your heart and mind, and secure your future with us. What She Said is run by Girl Stance Inc, a 501c3 non-profit organization that inspires, empowers, and guides girls to strengthen internal resources to navigate dysfunctional patterns at the level of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Subscribe to our show and newsletter at girlstance.org to be part of a community of black girls and women who never back down. If you or someone you know between the age of 18-24 would be interested in joining our community and sharing their story on our show, message us at info@girlstance.org.

To join our mission and support our programs visit: www.girlstance.org

Help us continue to share safe spaces with black girls to heal and thrive by donating to our podcast here: https://anchor.fm/girl-stance/support

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