by Shirl Hubbard | Aug 13, 2026 | Blog, Support for Black Women
One of the things I’ve noticed over the years is how often Black women use love as evidence that they’re supported. I’ve heard women talk about partners who love them, parents who love them, siblings who love them, adult children who love them, and...
by Shirl Hubbard | Aug 10, 2026 | Blog, Culture Commentary, Support for Black Women
Over the last few years, the phrase soft life has become part of so many conversations among Black women. Depending on who’s using it, it can mean slowing down, resting more, setting better boundaries, traveling, choosing peace, or deciding that life...
by Shirl Hubbard | Aug 6, 2026 | Blog, Culture Commentary, Support for Black Women
There are a lot of things people could say about Survival of the Thickest. They could talk about body image, friendship, dating after heartbreak, or how funny the show is. Those conversations are worth having. But while I was watching it, I kept noticing something...
by Shirl Hubbard | Aug 3, 2026 | Blog, Support for Black Women
Most Black women don’t walk around thinking, I’m unsupported. If you asked us how we’re doing, we’d probably say we’re tired, stressed, juggling a lot, or just trying to make it through a busy season. We have language for feeling...
by Shirl Hubbard | May 18, 2026 | Blog, Support for Black Women
One of the quietest things survival mode does to Black women is disconnect us from ourselves so slowly we barely notice it happening. It usually does not happen all at once either. It happens gradually over time while we are busy handling responsibilities, helping...
by Shirl Hubbard | May 15, 2026 | Blog, Support for Black Women
When Success Starts Hiding the Struggle A lot of Black women have learned how to look okay while carrying unhealthy amounts of pressure. The deadlines still get met.The responsibilities still get handled.The meetings still happen.The goals still get accomplished. So...
