#23 Inherent Worth & Generational Wealth: A Chat w/ The Mental Health Sistas

#23 Inherent Worth & Generational Wealth: A Chat w/ The Mental Health Sistas

Author: #NoBibsBurpsBottles June 17, 2022 Duration: 45:17

Dr. Dyona and Dr. Jo, best known as The Mental Health Sistas, currently live in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Yes, they are also biological sisters! Dr. Dyona is the oldest, Dr. Jo is the youngest, and they also have a brother. Dr. Dyona described herself as naturally maternal and nurturing.  Dr. Jo shared that in the world we currently live in - she sometimes worry about bringing children here. The Mental Health Sistas are currently childfree and are both open to what the future holds. Drs. Dyona and Jo share their thoughts and feelings about being childfree and the possibility of motherhood, how being childfree, unwed and older is viewed in Caribbean culture, and as licensed psychologists - how they would counsel sistahs who are being pressured to have children. You can follow The Mental Health Sistas on Instagram @mentalhealthsistas and on Face Book @TheMentalHealthSistas.


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#NoBibsBurpsBottles: The Stories of Childfree African American Women centers the lived experiences and diverse narratives of Black women who are not mothers. This podcast moves beyond the societal assumption that womanhood must include motherhood, creating a vital space for conversation and reflection. Each episode features personal stories, candid discussions, and insights that explore the many facets of choosing a childfree life. Listeners will hear authentic dialogues about navigating relationships, career, family expectations, and personal identity, all through this specific lens. The podcast naturally expands into broader, connected themes in its bonus episodes, touching on mental health, financial independence, spiritual journeys, and the perspectives of childfree Black men and couples. It’s a direct extension of the #NoBibsBurpsBottles community, one built on empowerment and celebration. By tuning in, you access a nuanced collection of voices redefining fulfillment and legacy on their own terms.
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