The Joy Collective

05/12/2026

All joy isn’t always giddy laughter. There is joy in resistance.

What is it like being on the frontlines of the gerrymandering wars?Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones knows firsthand.I spoke with him about his sta...

05/09/2026

Have you read this book? Would you be open to discussing your takeaways with fellow enthusiasts? If yes, check comments for more info.

05/05/2026

What happens when you say yes when you really mean no? Feeling irritated or numb because you keep saying yes? When you're depleted, others can't see you're struggling. Learn to protect your energy. Tag a friend who needs this reminder.

04/23/2026

Intimate partner femicide is the most common form of femicide globally. The UN estimates around 140 women and girls are killed daily by a current or former partner or family member. This is a critical issue demanding attention.

04/23/2026

Understanding intimate partner violence means recognizing coercive control as the main driver. It's a critical warning sign for potential escalation and severe harm.

04/07/2026

Experiencing racial battle fatigue means constantly facing distressing news, witnessing injustice, and seeing violence against communities. It's a heavy burden to carry. Follow for more.

03/14/2026

Talk nice to me is what your self is screaming to you.

03/14/2026

This is a video from a 1990’s movie. How would you bring up colorism to your therapist? Colorism is alive and well but some people are afraid to talk about it.

03/11/2026

The pressure for Black women to always be strong is one of the biggest causes of burnout I see in therapy.

Do you agree or disagree?

01/27/2026

Not sure what to say when trying to set healthy boundaries. Save this and use any one of them as often as you need to.