The Art of Connection: Questions That Bring You Closer (Play Along)
Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman
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🗓️ 24 April 2026
⏱️ 49 minutes
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Summary
Hey lady! You might have noticed that building and maintaining community is a big theme for many of us right now. Many of us are moving past the superficial energy of posting your highlight reel for empty calorie validation from strangers and seeking real nourishment for the soul. But, how do you find that in a world where connection is based off swipes and quick judgments?
You already know Dr. Dom and Terri got you! This week, the dynamic duo guide you through questions you can ask your chosen family so that you can deepen your bond and get to know each other better in healthy, meaningful ways. Real relationships take work and while building intimacy can happen through common interests and shared activities, the best way to get to know someone is still through good conversation.
Do you feel a little rusty? Tuck this episode away as your handy prompt repository for questions that will bring you closer. We want to hear from you! Holler at us on Instagram. What question did you find most interesting? Did you ask yourself any?
If you’re looking to build your community, online and in-person, join us in Patreon. Not only do we have a warm community of like-hearted women but we plan live events for us to gather and show love. You never know, your new best may be behind the Patreon wall. See you there!
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"Community is the place where connections are made, relationships are built, and support is given."
– Unknown
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| 0:00.0 | On this week's episode of cultivating her space, community is essential, especially for black folks. |
| 0:26.7 | It is hard for us to thrive alone. |
| 0:32.9 | It really is. |
| 0:34.4 | We are collectivists by nature, even those who were born here in the U.S., our ancestors |
| 0:42.8 | coming from the continent come from collectivist cultures. Hey lady, have you ever felt like the world |
| 0:52.8 | just doesn't get you? |
| 0:57.1 | Well, we do. |
| 1:03.6 | Welcome to cultivating her space, the podcast dedicated to uplifting and empowering women like you. |
| 1:05.6 | We're your host. |
| 1:08.9 | Dr. Dominique Roussard, an educator and psychologist. |
| 1:12.6 | And Terry Lomax, a techie and transformational speaker. |
| 1:19.9 | Join us every week for authentic conversations about everything from fibroids to fake friends as we create space for black women to just be. |
| 1:26.1 | Before we dive in, make sure you hit that follow button and leave us a quick five-star |
| 1:30.1 | review. |
| 1:30.9 | Lady, we are black founded and black owned, and your support will help us reach even more |
| 1:35.9 | women like you. |
| 1:37.3 | Now, let's get into this week's episode of Cultivating HerSpace. |
| 1:43.7 | It's Dr. Dom here from the Cultivating HerSpace podcast. |
| 1:48.0 | Are you currently a resident of the state of California |
| 1:50.9 | in contemplating starting your therapy journey? |
| 1:54.9 | Well, if so, please reach out to me at Dr. Dominiquebroussar.com. |
| 2:15.7 | 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. |
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