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Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S26E7: 12 Practices to Spark Joy When Life Feels Heavy

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Cultivating H.E.R. Space

Education, Self-improvement

4.7 • 1.3K Ratings

🗓️ 16 May 2025

⏱️ 45 minutes

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Summary

Hey lady! How are you centering your joy these days? Are you finding ways to turn up your happiness and maximize the fun in your life? Well, if you need some suggestions then this episode is for you! Terri and Dr. Dom have 12 great recommendations for keeping yourself centered and relaxed through all ups and downs life brings.

Whether it be getting lost in a good book, receiving restorative body work, spending time with your lover, or soaking up the sun there are options for feeling good when the world feels overwhelming. Stop by the Patreon Shop for a cute latte mug to savor your tea, rest your head on a Cultivating H.E.R. Shop pillow while you read your latest romance novel, or journal about your wildest dreams and aspirations. 

Lady, the road to living your best life requires intentional self-care. Be ruthless about it. Have fun and love YOU, lady! 

12 Practices to Spark Joy When Life Feels Heavy 
1. Being outside
2. The gym
3. Fresh sheets and morning sunlight
4. Music that moves me
5. Delicious, nourishing meals
6. Intimate, romantic pleasure
7. Community and conversation
8. Quality time
9. Soulful movement
10. Getting lost in a good book
11.  Restorative bodywork
12. Spa days  

Quote of the Day:
"I embrace joy as my birthright."
– Tanya Denise Fields  

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Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls 
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC  

Where to find us:
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Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

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0:00.0

On this week's episode of cultivating her space, we were a family of seven living in a one-bedroom shelter with one bathroom, and I would go to that bathroom and pretend like this was a luxury space that I was in with a little lamp on, and I'd be in that tub with my headphones on, and I would just go to another place. And so I think that it's so important for us to, again, focus on what we can control and figure out how we can do the best we can

0:25.3

with what we have in this season and cultivate joy because, lady, you deserve it.

0:31.7

Hey, lady, have you ever felt like the world just doesn't get you?

0:37.4

Well, we do. Welcome to cultivating

0:41.2

her space, the podcast dedicated to uplifting and empowering women like you. We're your host,

0:48.3

Dr. Dominique Broussard, an educator and psychologist, and Terry Lomax, a techie and

0:53.5

transformational speaker.

0:55.6

Join us every week for authentic conversations about everything from fibroids to fake friends

1:02.0

as we create space for black women to just be. Before we dive in, make sure you hit that

1:10.1

follow button and leave us a quick five-star review.

1:12.9

Lady, we are black founded and black-owned and your support will help us reach even more women like you.

1:19.4

Now, let's get into this week's episode of Cultivating Her Space.

1:25.7

If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, this is for you.

1:32.0

Hey lady, is T here and I just want to invite you to my free Goal Map Like a Pro

1:36.5

coaching workshop where I'll share the five proven steps to get unstuck and achieve your goals.

1:42.7

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by all your ideas, juggling

1:46.0

scattered ideas, or maybe you just need confidence to start. This workshop will give you the clarity,

1:51.9

tools, and the motivation to take back control. Reserve your spot for free by visiting

1:57.4

herspacepodcast.com and clicking on the goal map like a pro webinar link.

2:03.5

Lady, don't miss this chance to build a roadmap that fits your life and set you up for success.

2:07.8

I hope to see you there.

2:10.0

Our quote of the day, I embrace joy as my birthright.

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