🎧 Things That Should NOT Be Stressing Us… But Are (Stress, Anxiety, and Finding Joy Anyway)

If you’ve been feeling stressed, anxious, or emotionally drained by things that normally wouldn’t hit this hard, you’re not alone.

In this lighter, joy-forward episode of Bounce Back, Black Woman, I’m sharing a few of the everyday moments helping me stay grounded right now — from snowstorms and snacks to laughter, perspective, and giving myself permission to enjoy small joys without guilt.

This episode isn’t about ignoring reality or pretending everything is fine. It’s about learning how to regulate your nervous system, breathe a little deeper, and let joy coexist with hard seasons.

Sometimes healing doesn’t look like pushing through. Sometimes it looks like noticing what makes you smile.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The small things that end up stressing us out more than they should
• Why everyday overwhelm feels heavier during uncertain times
• How laughter and joy can be forms of regulation
• Letting yourself enjoy the moment you’re in — without guilt
• Why choosing joy isn’t denial, but wisdom

A reminder to carry with you:

Sometimes resilience is letting yourself enjoy the moment you’re in — without guilt. With acceptance, courage, and laughter. That’s not denial. That’s wisdom.

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