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In this episode, I welcome back Dr. Donna Oriowo—the brilliant therapist, dynamic speaker, and now author of Drink Water and Mind Your Business: A Black Woman’s Guide to Unlearning the BS and Healing Your Self-Esteem. Known for her candid insights and unapologetic approach to mental wellness, Dr. Donna returns to break down what it really means to heal, unlearn, and radically embrace self-worth as a Black woman.
We dive deep into:
🧠 The difference between self-esteem and self-confidence—and why it matters
😞 How shame shows up in our lives and keeps us disconnected from ourselves
📝 The power of journaling, reflection, and doing the work beyond the page
💔 Why unlearning childhood conditioning is necessary for growth and freedom
🪞 How to stop confusing external validation with internal self-worth
Dr. Donna keeps it real as we unpack the ways the world teaches Black women to shrink—and how her book offers a roadmap to expand, heal, and thrive. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, struggled with shame, or felt stuck in a cycle of people-pleasing, this conversation is for you.
Follow Dr. Donna here:
📌 Instagram: @drdonnaoriowo
🔗 Website & Book: https://www.drdonnaoriowo.com
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