Hey girl, Hey! It’s your girl, Regina Renaye! Welcome to my blog where I share my journey as a “Recovering Strong Black Woman.” I call myself a recovering strong Black woman because the journey to redefine strength and embrace vulnerability is a process, much like recovering from addiction to substances or alcohol. It’s about breaking free from the cultural pressures and unrealistic expectations that have weighed us down for far too long.
If you ever find yourself needing additional support, don’t forget to check out the Strong Black Woman Support Group podcast and community. Together, we can navigate this path to healing and self-acceptance.
The other day, I stumbled across this meme and it hit hard. Being on a healing journey is messy. It’s not just the glow-up moments,
When someone asks how I’m doing, my go-to response is usually “I’m fine,” even when I’m far from it. I bet you a Birkin bag
Depression is a battle many face in silence, especially within the Black community where stigma often keeps individuals from seeking help. For Black women, who
Being a Black woman who identifies as an introvert comes with its own unique set of challenges. Society often holds expectations for us to be
Not only am I a recovering Strong Black Woman, but I am also a recovering alcoholic. That’s the REAL tea… So, today we’re diving into
I don’t know if your parents did this, but growing up my mother would tell my sister, brother and me before every new school year,
I have a confession to make: I’m a fraud. I was at the infusion clinic today getting my treatment and I was legit feeling GUILTY
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to fall into a routine where you are simply going through the motions. You may
Every July, we observe Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to highlight the unique struggles that underrepresented groups face in regard to
In the landscape of mental health treatment, innovations like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) are offering new hope and opportunities for individuals seeking relief from conditions
In recent years, the 4B feminist movement originating in South Korea has gained momentum, advocating for the rights and empowerment of women through its principles
In a world that often overlooks the voices and experiences of Black women, finding a supportive community where one can feel heard, understood, and empowered
