Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I discuss how Black women can navigate racial stress, workplace toxicity, and today’s overwhelming social and economic climate with clarity and strength. I explore insights inspired by Dr. Curley Most’s powerful work along with my own lived experiences to validate your emotions and honor the resilience we inherited from our ancestors. You will hear reflections on identity, faith, community, and healing practices that support mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
I highlight the importance of safe relationships, rest, and intentional self-preservation for Black women who are often expected to carry the weight of the world. This conversation also uplifts the role of joy, praise, and creativity as revolutionary acts that restore the spirit. Together, we look at how hope, vision, and gratitude help us remain grounded in chaotic times. This video is designed to remind you that you are seen, supported, and built to overcome.
This segment was originally part of the First Friday Night LIVE for October 2025.
Article(s) referenced in this video:
University of Illinois Urbana Campaign article titled For Black Women, Rest is an Act of Political Resistance
https://education.illinois.edu/about/news-events/news/article/2024/11/14/for-black-women--rest-is-an-act-of-political-resistance
John Hopkins Medicine article titled Forgiveness: Your Health Depends on It hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/forgiveness-your-health-depends-on-it#:~:text=Chronic%20anger%20puts%20you%20into,levels%2C%20leading%20to%20improved%20health
Source(s) used for this video:
The Imago Center of Washington DC post titled 10 Ways for People of Color to Deal with Racial Stress by Dr. Kerley Most, Ph.D., LPC
Book, Medical Bondage: Race, Gender, and the Origins of American Gynecology by Deirdre Cooper Owens
Book, Rest Is Resistance by Tricia Hersey
Available Now on Amazon:
The Personal Vision and Mission Workbook
amazon.com/Personal-Vision-Mission-Statement-Workbook/dp/B0DJ53QHMN?ref_=ast_author_dp
Just Grateful: A Gratitude Journal
amazon.com/Just-Thankful-Gratitude-Journal-Black/dp/B0DKD1514F?ref_=ast_author_dp
Notes, Thoughts, and Random Musings Notebook
amazon.com/Thoughts-Random-Musings-Colette-Elizabeth/dp/B0FWR6XDTN?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1
Additional resources:
Therapy for Black Girls’ website:
therapyforblackgirls.com
Black Health Matters (BHM)
blackhealthmatters.com
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
nami.org
Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/bebe-moore-campbell-national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month
Follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/thecoletteelizabeth
DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical or licensed mental health care professional. Therefore, the content discussed on this channel should not be construed as medical or mental health advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, expertise, or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical or mental health concern, you should consult with your health care provider and/or seek other professional medical treatment.
The content provided and topic(s) discussed on this channel are intended for EDUCATIONAL and INFORMATIONAL purposes only.
In this video, I discuss how Black women can navigate racial stress, workplace toxicity, and today’s overwhelming social and economic climate with clarity and strength. I explore insights inspired by Dr. Curley Most’s powerful work along with my own lived experiences to validate your emotions and honor the resilience we inherited from our ancestors. You will hear reflections on identity, faith, community, and healing practices that support mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
I highlight the importance of safe relationships, rest, and intentional self-preservation for Black women who are often expected to carry the weight of the world. This conversation also uplifts the role of joy, praise, and creativity as revolutionary acts that restore the spirit. Together, we look at how hope, vision, and gratitude help us remain grounded in chaotic times. This video is designed to remind you that you are seen, supported, and built to overcome.
This segment was originally part of the First Friday Night LIVE for October 2025.
Article(s) referenced in this video:
University of Illinois Urbana Campaign article titled For Black Women, Rest is an Act of Political Resistance
https://education.illinois.edu/about/news-events/news/article/2024/11/14/for-black-women--rest-is-an-act-of-political-resistance
John Hopkins Medicine article titled Forgiveness: Your Health Depends on It hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/forgiveness-your-health-depends-on-it#:~:text=Chronic%20anger%20puts%20you%20into,levels%2C%20leading%20to%20improved%20health
Source(s) used for this video:
The Imago Center of Washington DC post titled 10 Ways for People of Color to Deal with Racial Stress by Dr. Kerley Most, Ph.D., LPC
Book, Medical Bondage: Race, Gender, and the Origins of American Gynecology by Deirdre Cooper Owens
Book, Rest Is Resistance by Tricia Hersey
Available Now on Amazon:
The Personal Vision and Mission Workbook
amazon.com/Personal-Vision-Mission-Statement-Workbook/dp/B0DJ53QHMN?ref_=ast_author_dp
Just Grateful: A Gratitude Journal
amazon.com/Just-Thankful-Gratitude-Journal-Black/dp/B0DKD1514F?ref_=ast_author_dp
Notes, Thoughts, and Random Musings Notebook
amazon.com/Thoughts-Random-Musings-Colette-Elizabeth/dp/B0FWR6XDTN?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1
Additional resources:
Therapy for Black Girls’ website:
therapyforblackgirls.com
Black Health Matters (BHM)
blackhealthmatters.com
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
nami.org
Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
nami.org/get-involved/awareness-events/bebe-moore-campbell-national-minority-mental-health-awareness-month
Follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/thecoletteelizabeth
DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical or licensed mental health care professional. Therefore, the content discussed on this channel should not be construed as medical or mental health advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, expertise, or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical or mental health concern, you should consult with your health care provider and/or seek other professional medical treatment.
The content provided and topic(s) discussed on this channel are intended for EDUCATIONAL and INFORMATIONAL purposes only.
