Unperturbed.: Recent Episodes
Dr. Rhonda Alexander
This is a podcast that attacks the "Strong Black Woman" trope by confronting the challenges black women entrepreneurs and leaders often face while appearing to have it all together. Unperturbed is a healed, whole, happy state of mind that we aspire to. Join Dr. Rhonda as she guides listeners on a journey to wholeness.
Unhealed disappointment shows up in our lives in myriad ways. To the outside world, it makes us look like we're strong, but inside we're struggling to carry "it" all. Ultimately, unhealed disappointment can keep us from reaching our destiny.
Disappointment has a way of shaping our ability (or inability) to connect with others. We're so afraid that they'll let us down (like everyone else), we simply refuse to ask for help or receive it when it's offered. What if I told you, though, that this type of mindset will keep you from becoming who you're destined to be? Would you look at it differently? Let's talk.
Our unhealed trauma infiltrates nearly every part of our lives, and it shapes how we relate to others. If you thought hiding your trauma would make it go away, it won't! In this episode, I'm sharing my own experiences with processing trauma. It's not easy, but it must be done.
Where did we learn to hide our true selves or to believe that we cannot let people see our weaknesses? I think we learned it by watching the women who raised us, and we're inadvertently passing this toxicity to our daughters...
It is not a requirement that you give of yourself even after there's nothing left. You cannot pour from an empty vessel. What are you doing to make sure you stay filled?
Who is surrounding you? Who's supporting you? Who makes you feel comfortable being your "real" self? If your circle isn't pushing you to grow, you need a new one!
Our standard of excellence is often challenged by the mediocrity of the majority. How do we continue to show up when we know we'll be scrutinized and criticized in ways others won't?
What does it mean to be a Strong Black Woman? It doesn't always feel like a compliment... sometimes, that label carries the weight of the world.
Here's how you can start loving on YOU immediately. Cause for real, Sis, if you don't, who will?
It's the month of LOVE, but I'm not talking about relationships. I want to know why it's so hard for US to love US....
Day one of our journey to healing, wholeness, happiness and the state of mind I call "Unperturbed." Allow me to introduce myself...