Let’s be honest: most of us have learned to play small — in rooms we’ve outgrown, in relationships we’ve long surpassed, and in roles that don’t reflect who we’re becoming. But staying small keeps us stuck… and tired.

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about:

• What it actually looks like when you’re playing small (you might be surprised!)

• How past heartbreak and conditioning quietly convince you to shrink

• Why women of faith especially struggle with "not doing too much"

• 3 questions to help you step into the room, speak up, and take up space again

This one’s a heart check and a confidence boost, all in one.

🦋 Resources & Mentions:

• The Bounce Back Journal: bouncebackblackwoman.com

• Join our private Geneva community for sisterhood & soul care

Let this be your reminder: You were never meant to play small, my friend. Let’s bounce back big.

🎧 Episode 3: Healing Begins with Self-Awareness… How God Wired You to Receive Love

What’s in today’s episode: What if some of your heartbreak wasn’t just about what happened — but about what you needed and never received? In this episode, we’re unpacking how your primary love language holds the key to healing, boundaries, and self-awareness. I’ll share how understanding my own love languages helped me make more intentional choices in relationships — and finally stop expecting people to love me in ways they were never wired to.

Why it matters: When you don’t know what you need, it’s easy to feel let down — even when someone is doing their best. This episode will help you discover how God wired you to receive love, and why knowing that can protect your peace, restore your hope, and help you bounce back stronger than before.

How this helps you bounce back: Self-awareness is the foundation of healing. Once you know what makes your heart feel seen and safe, you can stop living in confusion or disappointment — and start making choices that honor the woman you're becoming. This is where intentional love begins.

✨ Resources Mentioned: 🛒 You can find the following resources mentioned in this episode HERE: • Bounce Back, Black Woman! – The Companion Journal • The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

👣 Take the next step: 🔗 Visit the Podcast Website → https://www.bouncebackblackwoman.com 🎧 Follow the podcast ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts 📩 Share this episode with someone who’s ready to stop settling and start healing

You’re not alone in this. Let’s heal, grow, and bounce back — together. It’s not just you. It’s not just me. It’s US. ✨

🎧 Episode 2: Why Heartbreak Happens (And what it’s REALLY about)

What’s in today’s episode: Today we’re going deeper. We’re talking about why heartbreak really happens — and spoiler alert: it’s not just about someone letting you down. It’s about the expectations you had… the ones you may not have even realized were there. I’m sharing how unmet expectations shaped some of my deepest heartbreaks — and how understanding that changed the way I view love, loss, and even myself.

Why it matters: You can’t heal what you haven’t named. When you understand that heartbreak is often rooted in hope, dreams, and silent expectations, you stop blaming yourself — and start giving yourself permission to heal from what didn’t happen, not just what did.

How this helps you bounce back: This episode will help you reframe your past and reclaim your power. You’ll learn how to recognize the silent scripts you’ve been carrying and how to rewrite them with intention, faith, and truth. Because once you see your expectations clearly, you can start loving yourself more gently — and stop carrying pain that was never yours to keep.

✨ Resources Mentioned: 🛒 You can find the following resources mentioned in this episode HERE: • Bounce Back, Black Woman! – The Companion Journal • The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

👣 Take the next step: 🔗 Visit the Podcast Website → https://www.bouncebackblackwoman.com 🎧 Follow the podcast ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts 📩 Share this episode with someone who's been carrying silent disappointment — and needs a little soul care today You’re not alone in this. Let’s heal, grow, and bounce back — together. It’s not just you. It’s not just me. It’s US. ✨

🎧 Episode 1: Let’s Talk About Heartbreak

What’s in today’s episode: Welcome to Bounce Back, Black Woman! — the space where heartbreak meets healing and resilience takes root. In this debut episode, I’m digging into the truth about heartbreak: what it really is, why it’s inevitable, and how it can be the first signal that something in us is ready to heal. I’ll also share a personal moment when heartbreak caught me off guard — even when everything looked fine on the outside.

Why it matters: You’re not “too sensitive” or “too broken.” You’re human. And the heartbreak you’ve been carrying isn’t weakness — it’s a sign that your heart still works. Understanding that is the beginning of reclaiming your power, your peace, and your identity.

How this helps you bounce back: When you understand the truth about heartbreak, you stop blaming yourself. This episode will help you give language to what you’ve been feeling and remind you that healing isn’t just possible — it’s already in motion. Let’s start this journey together, one brave step at a time.

✨ Resources Mentioned: 📓 Bounce Back Companion Journal – Your personal space to reflect, reset, and rise with intention

👣 Take the next step: 🔗 Visit the Website → https://www.delsmith.us 🎧 Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it helps more women find this space 📩 Share this episode with a friend who needs some soul care today

You’re not alone in this. Let’s heal, grow, and bounce back — together. It’s not just you. It’s not just me. It’s US. ✨