The Gentle Pause

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Overstimulated Black woman

Overstimulated Black woman checklist:

• Too many responsibilities

• Too many expectations

• Not enough quiet

So today… we pause. 🤎

#OverstimulatedWoman #BlackWomenRest #GentlePause #SoftLifeEra #ProtectYourPeace #BlackWomenMatter

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