Black Women Have Always Run Households, Just Not Always Our Own
The essay argues that Black women’s historic role in managing households is a form of leadership that has been undervalued because it falls outside traditional, paid‑work metrics. It calls for a reclamation of domestic labor as a purposeful, strategic pursuit rather than a step backward. By reframing homemaking as ambitious, the author challenges prevailing definitions of success that prioritize external profit over internal well‑being. The piece urges readers to recognize and honor the skill, foresight, and authority inherent in running a home.
The Lie We Were Sold About “Making It” & Why I Chose A Different Life
The post argues that the conventional promise of "making it" in corporate America is a myth for Black women, especially as remote work erodes visibility and recent layoffs target them disproportionately. It highlights that DEI initiatives are being dismantled, leaving...