dismantling strong black woman syndrome

Strong but Soft

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About sbs

what is strong black woman syndrome?

Strong Black Woman Syndrome refers to the widely held belief that Black women are naturally strong and can handle any challenge that comes their way without showing vulnerability or seeking support While resilience and strength are admirable qualities this stereotype can be detrimental to the mental and emotional well being of Black women Strong But Soft is all about providing tools resources and best practices that empower Black women to prioritize self care set healthy boundaries and seek support in their lives We believe that it is essential for Black women to break free from the confines of the Strong Black Woman Syndrome and embrace their full range of emotions vulnerabilities and needs
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about kellye

Speaker. advocate. queen.

Kellye Beathea is a proud [DM]V native who prides herself in being a full-bodied sommelier of women's rights and sensibility, a die-hard lover of law, politics & culture, a ravenous connoisseur of common sense, and a bastion of #BlackGirlMagic.


As the 2022 winner of Ms. Full-Figured D.M.V. Plus, Kellye has dedicated her reign and her platform to raising awareness about the ramifications of Strong Black Woman Syndrome by challenging societal expectations and fostering a culture of self-care, self-compassion, and personal growth.

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Strong but Soft merch

SBS Candle

$20

SBS tote

$25

SBS shirt

$20-$30

SBS blanket

$80

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