The Price We Pay for Entry: Working Ourselves to Death to Be Accepted in Predominantly White Spaces

The Price We Pay for Entry: Working Ourselves to Death to Be Accepted in Predominantly White Spaces

Why do Black women have to work twice as hard just to be seen as equal? This episode breaks down the unspoken expectations placed on us in professional and social spaces—especially in predominantly white environments—where overworking, outperforming, and proving our worth is often the price of admission.

We’re talking about the mental, emotional, and physical toll of constantly having to “earn” our seat at the table. From work-life balance struggles to the impact on mental health and overall well-being, we’re unpacking the exhaustion of fighting for space and how to reclaim our time, energy, and peace.

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