What if recognizing workplace stress could save your mental and physical health? On this episode, Dr. Sharon and Dr. Tega Edwin uncover systemic barriers that Black and Brown women face in professional environments. From lack of support and social capital to microaggressions, they explore how these factors contribute to inequities in policies and workloads, leaving many marginalized women underpaid and overworked. Dr. Edwin shares her expertise on the far-reaching impacts of these challenges on mental health and job performance, emphasizing the need for systemic change. The discussion includes the toll that chronic workplace stress can take on the body and mind and offers practical strategies to transition out of unhealthy situations, including self-care, aligning personal values, and seeking professional support.

Dr. Tega Edwin is an award-winning career development researcher, educator, and speaker. She provides consultation and training for corporations that want to leverage trauma-informed leadership to improve employee productivity, retention, and engagement. She’s the owner of Her Career Doctor, where she provides coaching to women who are stuck in soul-sucking jobs. Dr. Edwin is a licensed professional counselor, a national certified counselor, a certified trauma professional, and a certified salary negotiation facilitator.