Not Your Strong Black Woman

3 Easy Ways to Stop Fighting Your Feelings

Nassimbwa Ruffin Episode 27

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Have you ever felt like you were "doing it wrong" because you couldn't just choose to be happy? I’m sharing the one secret to finding peace that nobody talks about: how to embrace the paradox of feeling two things at once.

In this video, I’m opening up about my own journey through birth trauma and the realization that changed everything for me. We often think we have to choose between joy and grief, but the real path to peace is learning to let them coexist.

What we’ll explore in this video:

Why "fighting" your feelings is making you more exhausted.
The "Paradox" of feeling happy and sad at the same time.
3 simple steps to stop the internal battle and finally breathe again.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or like your emotions are a constant struggle, this perspective shift is for you. You don't have to be "fixed"—you just need to learn how to feel.

Let’s connect: If this resonated with you, please share your thoughts in the comments. Have you ever felt the "Paradox"? Let’s talk about it.

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About Nassimbwa: I am Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, this podcast is to teach easy holistic health and wellness practices to empower black women to prioritize self-care.

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Website: Feel Good Treasures