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Black Girl Burnout

Kelley Bonner
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  • Opt Into the Power of Play: Active Rest for a Joyful, Resilient Life
    On this episode of Black Girl Burnout, Kelley explores the transformative power of play and how Black women can reclaim joy and resilience through active rest. In a world that constantly demands output and performance, Kelley breaks down why play isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. She dives into the science of joy, the healing impact of non-productive rest, and the cultural pressure that often robs Black women of their right to be playful. With heartfelt honesty and practical insights, this episode is a powerful reminder that silliness, spontaneity, and delight are not just allowed, they’re essential for thriving.Key TakeawaysActive rest—joyful, non-productive activities—can boost creativity, reduce stress, and improve emotional resilience.Black women are uniquely in need of play due to chronic stress and societal expectations to perform strength and competence.Incorporating even five minutes of play into your day can help you reclaim joy, connection, and mental clarity.Episode Timestamps 1:00 — What is active rest and why does it matter?Kelley introduces the concept of play as a form of rest and outlines how it differs from traditional ideas of productivity.4:00 — The science behind joyful livingResearch shows that play lowers cortisol, raises endorphins, and supports cognitive flexibility—vital tools for navigating life’s stressors.10:30 — How play creates emotional resets and connectionPlay not only improves your mood but also enhances your relationships by making you more open and connected to others.15:00 — Micro-moments of play that actually workKelley shares her go-to ideas for quick, joyful play: spontaneous dance breaks, coloring, stretching, and more.23:00 — The courage to be silly and softBy saying yes to small acts of joy, we challenge the narrative that Black women must always be strong. Play is a revolutionary act of healing.SUPPORT THE SHOWAre you creating your Summer of Yes?Whether it’s sleeping in, brunching solo, or finally saying no to that thing, you deserve joy without permission or guilt.✨ Snap a pic or video of how you're saying YES to joy, rest, and ease✨ Tag @blackgirlburnout✨ Use the hashtag #SummerOfYes📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: blackgirlburnout.com📱 Follow on socials: IG + TikTok: @blackgirlburnout🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube and show some love. Don’t let Kelley’s mama be the only one dropping hearts!Have a question for July's Q &A episode click here to submit your questions.STAY IN TOUCHIf you’re looking for more ways to connect with the Black Girl Burnout community, we’ve got you covered:Join our Substack family! Think of it as a modern-day online magazine (Tumblr-coded for the millennial hearts). We share weekly reflections, tips, tools, and deeper insights into each podcast episode—plus personal notes from Kelley’s life.Become a paid Substack subscriber for just $8/month (about the cost of a fancy latte) and access exclusive content like digital tools, apps, and free resources that are valued far beyond that.Work with Kelley directly: If you’re in New York State, Kelley is also accepting short-term therapy clients with select insurance and private pay options. Sessions are designed to be focused and transformational within 90 days. Book a Consultation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  • Opt Into Everyday Joy: The Antidote to Grief No One Talks About
    In this heartfelt and healing episode of Black Girl Burnout, Kelley explores the radical power of joy in the midst of grief, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. Drawing from personal reflections and powerful psychological insights, she introduces the concept of micro-joys—small, intentional moments of delight that can help rewire our emotional landscape and bring peace, even on the hardest days. Listeners are invited to shift their perspective, claim joy as a birthright, and participate in a 7-day challenge to notice and name one micro-joy each day.KEY TAKEAWAYSJoy is not a luxury—it’s a healing tool. Even in sorrow, we can access delight in small, meaningful ways.Micro-joys are your emotional reset button. A good song, a bite of fruit, a moment of sunlight can restore more than you think.Choosing joy daily helps us reclaim power. It reminds us that we’re still here, still worthy, and still allowed to feel good.EPISODE TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Welcome & Intention SettingKelley shares the emotional backdrop for this episode and why joy matters, especially now.03:30 – What Is a Micro-Joy?Defining micro-joys and why they’re essential tools for emotional resilience.09:10 – Personal Stories of Everyday JoyKelley shares real-life examples of delight that brought light into dark moments.15:00 – The “One Delight a Day” ChallengeIntroducing a 7-day challenge to help you practice intentional joy daily.21:20 – Final Reflection & Journal PromptsQuestions to deepen your connection to joy and anchor it in your routine.SUPPORT THE SHOWAre you creating your Summer of Yes?Whether it’s sleeping in, brunching solo, or finally saying no to that thing, you deserve joy without permission or guilt.✨ Snap a pic or video of how you're saying YES to joy, rest, and ease✨ Tag @blackgirlburnout✨ Use the hashtag #SummerOfYes📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: blackgirlburnout.com📱 Follow on socials: IG + TikTok: @blackgirlburnout🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube and show some love. Don’t let Kelley’s mama be the only one dropping hearts!Have a question for July's Q &A episode click here to submit your questions.STAY IN TOUCHIf you’re looking for more ways to connect with the Black Girl Burnout community, we’ve got you covered:Join our Substack family! Think of it as a modern-day online magazine (Tumblr-coded for the millennial hearts). We share weekly reflections, tips, tools, and deeper insights into each podcast episode—plus personal notes from Kelley’s life.Become a paid Substack subscriber for just $8/month (about the cost of a fancy latte) and access exclusive content like digital tools, apps, and free resources that are valued far beyond that.Work with Kelley directly: If you’re in New York State, Kelley is also accepting short-term therapy clients with select insurance and private pay options. Sessions are designed to be focused and transformational within 90 days. Book a Consultation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  • Pack Light, Choose Joy: The Travel Reset We All Deserve
    In this uplifting and informative episode of Black Girl Burnout, host Kelley sits down with Kisha, a seasoned traveler and founder of Travel Niche Kisha, who has explored over 70 countries. Together, they discuss how travel can be a radical act of self-care, joy, and rest for Black women.Whether you're hopping on a plane or dreaming from your living room, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how travel—both near and far—can reset your spirit. They discuss everything from budget-friendly luxury to embracing rest over hustle while exploring new places.This conversation is part of our Summer of YES series—an invitation to say YES to joy, rest, and meaningful experiencesKey Takeaways & Timestamps:[04:00] Travel as Self-Care for Black WomenWhile working in social work, Kisha shares how travel became her antidote to burnout. Travel isn’t just about escape—it’s a form of healing and restoration, especially for Black women who carry so much weight.[10:00] “Chase the Deal, Not the Destination”Kisha reveals her game-changing travel hack: prioritize deals over dream destinations. She breaks down how she’s visited places like Curaçao and Peru for under $300, proving that luxury and joy don’t have to break the bank.[18:00] Rest as a Travel Intention, Not an AfterthoughtKelley and Kisha discuss the trap of over-scheduling trips and offer tips on curating restful, joy-filled itineraries. From scheduling downtime to savoring slow mornings, they invite listeners to plan for peace, not pressure.[27:00] Romanticize Your Travel Experience—Big or SmallYou can still embrace a travel mindset even if you're not getting on a plane this summer. Keisha explains how to bring vacation energy into your everyday life with intention, local adventures, and a spirit of curiosity.Support This ShowAre you creating your Summer of Yes?Whether it’s sleeping in, brunching solo, or finally saying no to that thing, you deserve joy without permission or guilt.✨ Snap a pic or video of how you're saying YES to joy, rest, and ease✨ Tag @blackgirlburnout✨ Use the hashtag #SummerOfYes📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: blackgirlburnout.com📱 Follow on socials: IG + TikTok: @blackgirlburnout🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube and show some love. Don’t let Kelley’s mama be the only one dropping hearts!STAY IN TOUCHIf you’re looking for more ways to connect with the Black Girl Burnout community, we’ve got you covered:Join our Substack family! Think of it as a modern-day online magazine (Tumblr-coded for the millennial hearts). We share weekly reflections, tips, tools, and deeper insights into each podcast episode—plus personal notes from Kelley’s life.Become a paid Substack subscriber for just $8/month (about the cost of a fancy latte) and access exclusive content like digital tools, apps, and free resources that are valued far beyond that.Work with Kelley directly: If you’re in New York State, Kelley is also accepting short-term therapy clients with select insurance and private pay options. Sessions are designed to be focused and transformational within 90 days. Book a Consultation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  • The Summer of Yes: Reclaiming Rest, Joy, and Radical Ease
    This week on the Black Girl Burnout podcast, Kelley kicks off June with a powerful declaration: this is the Summer of Yes. In this deeply affirming episode, she explores what it means to embrace radical rest, joy, and ease, especially for Black women who are often taught that they must hustle to be worthy. As she reflects on grief and healing, Kelley also reminds listeners that joy is not the absence of struggle, but the resistance to it. This episode is both a soft invitation and a bold call to action: to reclaim summer not as a season of over-productivity, but as a sacred space to say YES to softness, delight, boundaries, and fun.What You’ll LearnHow to shift from survival mode into intentional joy.Why rest is not optional—it’s essential.Ways to say "yes" to joy and "no" to energy drainers.The radical act of celebrating yourself without guilt or apology.Key Takeaways & Timestamps:[04:00] Say YES to Radical Rest: Instead of hustling through summer, Kelley challenges listeners to redefine rest as a revolutionary act—and make space for true rejuvenation in everyday moments.[07:03] Joy Is Resistance: Kelley reframes joy as an act of defiance in a world that conditions Black women to glorify struggle. She invites us to consider how delight can coexist with grief.[08:11] Boundaries Are Beautiful: Whether it’s people, places, or obligations, Kelley emphasizes the power of saying no to what drains you—and yes to what restores you.[10:55] Design Your Summer With Intention: Listeners are guided to reclaim their time, whether that’s through slower mornings, sacred Sundays, or committing to just one restful ritual each week.Support This ShowAre you creating your Summer of Yes?Whether it’s sleeping in, brunching solo, or finally saying no to that thing—you deserve joy without permission or guilt.✨ Snap a pic or video of how you're saying YES to joy, rest, and ease✨ Tag @blackgirlburnout✨ Use the hashtag #SummerOfYes📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: blackgirlburnout.com📱 Follow on socials: IG + TikTok: @blackgirlburnout🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube and show some love. Don’t let Kelley’s mama be the only one dropping hearts!STAY IN TOUCHIf you’re looking for more ways to connect with the Black Girl Burnout community, we’ve got you covered:Join our Substack family! Think of it as a modern-day online magazine (Tumblr-coded for the millennial hearts). We share weekly reflections, tips, tools, and deeper insights into each podcast episode—plus personal notes from Kelley’s life.Become a paid Substack subscriber for just $8/month (about the cost of a fancy latte) and access exclusive content like digital tools, apps, and free resources that are valued far beyond that.Work with Kelley directly: If you’re in New York State, Kelley is also accepting short-term therapy clients with select insurance and private pay options. Sessions are designed to be focused and transformational within 90 days. Book a Consultation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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  • You’re Not Broken, You’re Grieving: How to Name, Feel, and Grow Through It
    What if the exhaustion you’re carrying… is actually grief? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Kelley Bonner opens up about the layered, often invisible nature of grief—and how it has quietly shaped her healing. From the loss of her father to unexpected feelings around legacy, motherhood, and slowing down, this episode is a compassionate invitation to feel what’s real, honor what’s hard, and still choose expansion. Grief doesn’t have to shrink you. It can soften you, grow you, and gently guide you into a more grounded version of yourself.What You’ll LearnHow grief shows up beyond death—through broken dreams, career changes, and shifting identitiesWhy slowing down can be a sacred and necessary act of healingHow to listen to your body’s cues during a season of lossGentle tools to transform grief into personal growthKey Takeaways & Timestamps:[00:03:00] – Naming the Hidden Grief Beneath BurnoutKelley reframes anxiety, anger, and burnout as signs of unacknowledged grief.[00:10:35] – Grief Will Slow You Down (And That’s a Gift)Kelley shares how loss forced her into stillness, softness, and deeper presence.[00:14:49] – Grief Expands More Than PainUnexpected emotions can rise—career regret, lost dreams, and shifting identity.[00:22:15] – Three Invitations for Healing Through GriefIn the final section, Kelley shares three powerful practices to process grief: (1) honor the pause, (2) let your body lead, and (3) allow buried feelings to surface gently. Each tip is an invitation to let grief expand—not harden—your heart.Be part of our upcoming Q&A Episode:Got a question you’ve been holding onto? Ask me anything, life, healing, boundaries, burnout.Click to fill out our google form or DM @blackgirlburnout to be part of our upcoming Q&A episode.Support This ShowIf this episode held space for your grief, send it to someone who’s grieving too. Share it in a group chat, post a moment that resonated, or tag @blackgirlburnout on social. We’re not just sharing stories—we’re building a sanctuary. One rooted in healing, softness, and radical self-compassion.Remember: You’re not broken—just breaking open. Let grief grow you.📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: blackgirlburnout.com📱 Follow on socials: IG + TikTok: @blackgirlburnout🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube and show some love. Don’t let Kelley’s mama be the only one dropping hearts!STAY IN TOUCHIf you’re looking for more ways to connect with the Black Girl Burnout community, we’ve got you covered:Join our Substack family! Think of it as a modern-day online magazine (Tumblr-coded for the millennial hearts). We share weekly reflections, tips, tools, and deeper insights into each podcast episode—plus personal notes from Kelley’s life.Become a paid Substack subscriber for just $8/month (about the cost of a fancy latte) and access exclusive content like digital tools, apps, and free resources that are valued far beyond that.Work with Kelley directly:If you’re in New York State, Kelley is also accepting short-term therapy clients with select insurance and private pay options. Sessions are designed to be focused and transformational within 90 days. Join the waitlist now.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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