S28E2: PART 2 - The Power of Vulnerability: What Happens When We Finally Let Ourselves Be Seen

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

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Education, Self-improvement

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🗓️ 10 October 2025

⏱️ 58 minutes

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Summary

Hey lady! We know you’ve been doing the work. The real, soul-transformative work that opens your world to new possibilities and brighter days. We’re so proud of you for making a commitment to yourself to be a better you for YOU. But, the truth is that healing does not happen in a vacuum and some of the most powerful healing happens in community. What does that mean? In short, it’s time to step out of your cocoon so that you can step into your power and purpose.

One of the most powerful skills in allowing community to see you, support, and help you grow to your highest potential is skillful vulnerability. We name vulnerability as a skill rather than a tool because it takes learned practice and developed discernment to use it authentically, but baby when it settles in your system you build a level of self-trust that allows you to engage with people and situations with grace and awareness that offers a true richness in life.

So, are you ready to expand your capacity for real, genuine, human interactions and cultivate the life of your dreams? Tap in. Dr. Dom and Terri offer a grounded perspective of ways to increase vulnerability and signs that a certain person may not be deserving of your intimate space. As with all things pack your self-compassion and self-forgiveness as you enjoy the ride but be sure to make room for all of the beauty life has to offer when you let the real you shine.

If you haven’t heard it today, we love you for real lady!

Quote of the Day:
"Being a Strong Black Woman doesn’t mean that you can’t be vulnerable. It’s okay to cry. It’s okay if you’re having a bad day. It’s okay if some days you feel like giving up. It’s okay if you need to ask for help."
– Stephanie Lahart

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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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Website: cultivatingherspace.com

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Transcript

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0:00.0	On this week's episode of cultivating her space, you can't be vulnerable and be perfect at the
0:07.3	same time. They don't go together. They're not a match. It's not happening. Swipe left, swipe
0:15.1	right, whichever one you got to do to get rid of it. Like, it's not happening.
0:25.4	Hey, lady, have you ever felt like the world just doesn't get you?
0:28.4	Well, we do.
0:35.0	Welcome to cultivating her space, the podcast dedicated to uplifting and empowering women like you.
0:36.9	We're your host. Dr. Dominique Broussard, an educator and psychologist,
0:40.9	and Terry Lomax, a techie and transformational speaker. Join us every week for authentic
0:46.9	conversations about everything from fibroids to fake friends as we create space for black women to just be.
0:57.5	Before we dive in, make sure you hit that follow button and leave us a quick five-star review.
1:02.3	Lady, we are black founded and black-owned, and your support will help us reach even more women like you.
1:08.7	Now, let's get into this week's episode of Cultivating HerSpace.
1:15.0	It's Dr. Dom here from the Cultivating HerSpace podcast.
1:19.0	Are you currently a resident of the state of California in contemplating starting your therapy journey?
1:26.3	Well, if so, please reach out to me at
1:29.4	Dr. Dominique Broussard.com. That's D-R-D-O-M-I-N-I-Q-U-E-B-R-O-U-S-S-A-R-S-A-R-D.com to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
1:47.6	I look forward to hearing from you.
1:50.4	All right.
1:51.5	Our quote of the day, it's a long one, so buckle up.
1:56.3	Being a strong black woman doesn't mean that you can't be vulnerable.
2:02.6	It's okay to cry. It's okay if you're having a bad day. It's okay if some days you feel like giving up.
2:11.6	It's okay if you need to ask for help. And that quote comes to us from Stephanie LaHart and lady, if you need to ask for help. And that quote comes to us from Stephanie LaHart.
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