Opt Into The Pursuit of Joy: Part 1

Mar 20, 2023

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I'm Kelley β€” licensed therapist, burnout expert, and host of the Black Girl Burnout podcast. I encourage black women to opt out of struggle and opt into our legacy of joy and accomplishment. Join me!

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EPISODE INFO

PODCAST RUNTIME: 22 Minutes

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode, host Kelley Bonner and her special guest Christine Job discuss the journey towards Opting Into The Pursuit of Joy. Together they explore the unique challenges that black women face and openly discuss strategies for pursuing lives of joy and fulfillment. This episode is for you if you are ready to tap into joy and redefine your concept of success. Stay tuned til the end, to learn more about today’s homework assignment. You will be so glad that you did πŸ™‚

The Black Girl Burnout podcast is dedicated to helping black women learn how to opt out of the mentality of struggle while also learning how to opt into a life of joy, abundance, and good health, which is their birthright. Burnout can manifest in a variety of ways, including feelings of exhaustion, cynicism, and a lack of accomplishment. It is totally okay if you are experiencing more than one of the feelings at the same time. Being able to fully align with your truth is a significant sign of strength. The ultimate goal of the podcast is to help women achieve Opting Out of Struggle.

GUEST BIO: CHRISTINE JOB

Originally from Atlanta, Christine Job is an award-winning podcaster and Business Strategist. She is currently based in Spain. Her podcast “Flourish in the Foreign” celebrates, elevates, and affirms the voices & stories of Black women living & thriving abroad, while also exploring living abroad as a pathway to wellness. Launched in 2020, “Flourish in the Foreign” was shortlisted for the 2021 International Women’s Podcasting Awards and won the Black Podcasting Awards 2021 Best International Podcast award. It was included in Apple podcast’s 2023 Black History podcast spotlight, “In Everything”.

As a business strategist, Christine helps Black women and WOC to leverage their expertise & talents into viable & sustainable businesses, businesses that make her clients professionally fulfilled and financially abundant while pursuing thriving lives abroad.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

Did you know that it is okay to release others’ expectations of you and fully live your vision and passion? Way too often, many of us live the life that someone else wanted for us. However, in this community, we encourage everyone to go after the life that is within. You deserve joy and abundance, so go for it.Β Let today be the day that you say NO MORE to all versions of struggle.

If you are new to the Black Girl Burnout podcast, or a happily subscribed member of the Black Girl Burnout community (big hug), thank you so much for your support. Message us on social media and let us know what is preventing you from fully pursuing joy in your life. Also, let us know how this episode resonated with you. By the way, have you been enjoying our new licensed musical treat by Mayyadda?Β  Let us know what you think about the vibe of our new podcast sound. Stay tuned, we will be interviewing her soon, she is amazing!

Check out these time stamps from the podcast audio and let us know what you think on social media πŸ™‚

Who Is Christine Job?  [3:31]

Family Expectations  [9:04]

Opt Into Something Else  [18:28]

EPISODE TRANSCRIPT

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Opt Into The Pursuit of Joy – Part 1

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Are you a black woman who has been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and confined to the struggle? If so, the Black Girl Burnout podcast is here for you. Journey along with host Kelley Bonner as she interviews guests and shares personal anecdotes about productive ways to opt-out of struggle and opt into happiness,  while navigating the unique challenges and joys of being a black woman in today’s world. From work and relationships to self-care and mental health, this podcast is a safe space to explore and find support along the journey towards your goals. Join our community and start feeling more connected and less burnt out.

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BGB TEAM

Special thanks and appreciation to the team for all that you do! 🧑

Producer  – Wendye Walter

Associate Producer – Amanda St. Maur

Editor – TamStudioVL

Cover Art – Reignland Creatives