Success shouldn’t come at the cost of your well-being. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the resilience of the women who came before us—but let’s be honest, many of them pushed through exhaustion and burnout just to survive.

In this episode of Joyfully Black, I’m sharing how we can flourish without burnout by embracing a healthier, more sustainable path to success. We’re diving into the Flourish Framework, a powerful guide to setting boundaries, reclaiming joy, and thriving without overextending yourself.

If you’ve ever felt drained from doing all the things—this episode is for you!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to break free from the success-burnout loop
• Why we need to unlearn the “Strong Black Woman” mindset
• A step-by-step breakdown of the Flourish Framework
• Practical ways to balance ambition, rest, and self-care

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Job searching in today’s economy? Whew. Between mass layoffs, hiring freezes, and the silent treatment (aka ghosting) from recruiters, it’s easy to feel discouraged, anxious, or even burnt out. If you’ve been struggling with rejection, uncertainty, or just the emotional toll of looking for work, this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, we’re getting real about the mental health challenges of job hunting and how to protect your peace during the process. I’ll share practical ways to stay grounded, keep your confidence up, and take care of your mind, body, and spirit while navigating the job market.

• How to handle job rejections (without spiraling)
• Why being "ghosted" by recruiters is not a reflection of you
• Practical mental wellness strategies to keep your confidence up
• How to set boundaries around job hunting burnout
• And most importantly—why your career does not define your worth!

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What happens when you go from the bright lights of Broadway to a journey of deep self-care and personal transformation? In this episode of Joyfully Black, host Joy Dixon Paul sits down with Dan’yelle Williamson Brown, a Tony Award-winning actress turned wellness advocate, to discuss her journey from center stage to centering herself.

Dan’yelle shares how her career in musical theater, from playing Nala in The Lion King to starring in Memphis, shaped her passion for storytelling—but also the importance of prioritizing mental wellness and self-care. She opens up about her pivotal experience in Australia during the pandemic, how yoga became her healing practice, and why she’s dedicated to helping others find balance through her business, ZenFlow Fitness.

If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, finding time for self-care, or making a major career pivot, this conversation is for you. Plus, Joy shares an exciting update about Flourish & Feel Good: A Self-Care Gathering for Women Who Do the Most, happening on Saturday, March 8th!

✔️ How Dan’yelle transitioned from a demanding Broadway career to the wellness space

✔️ The impact of the pandemic and isolation on mental health & self-care practices

✔️ Why saying "no" is a form of self-care and empowerment

✔️ How yoga, meditation, and mindfulness can support high-stress professionals

✔️ The importance of having a self-care toolkit for major life transitions

• Flourish & Feel Good: A Self-Care Gathering for Women Who Do the Most – RSVP here: bit.ly/FlourishFeelGood
• The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
• Unfuk Yourself: Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Life* by Gary John Bishop
• ZenFlow Fitness – Learn more at www.zenflowfitness.com

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• Website: ZenFlowFitness.com

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