There’s a side of the calling we don’t talk about enough, the side that feels heavy .  The side that stretches your heart and tests your faith. Everyone loves the idea of being “called,” but few truly understand the cost that comes with the call. This is for every person who’s ever whispered, “God, this is too much,” and yet still found the strength to keep going. “To whom much is given, much is required.” Luke 12:48 We quote that Scripture often, but if I’m honest, sometimes

Let’s just call it what it is—leading while Black and female is exhausting. It’s like carrying the weight of purpose, people, and politics all on your back while trying to smile for the camera and show up like you slept eight hours. Spoiler alert: you didn’t. There’s this unspoken expectation that we, as Black women leaders, must always be twice as good, twice as poised, and twice as silent. We sometimes code-switch so people feel comfortable. We’ll soften our tone so they do