Black Girls Bonding
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Black Girls Bonding
Finding Joy in the Chaos
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This week’s episode was inspired by a podcast episode I heard with poet Ross Gay, who shared how he intentionally looks for small daily delights and writes them down. That idea stuck and sparked a bigger reflection about how easy it is to train our minds to find what’s wrong instead of what’s good.
In this solo episode of Black Girls Bonding, we talk about:
- How our brains can become wired to scan for problems
- Why finding joy can feel uncomfortable during chaotic times
- The idea that delight might be an antidote to isolation
- How community shows up in the simplest, most everyday moments
Kianti shares real examples of what has been bringing her joy lately, including:
- Slow mornings with coffee and quiet thoughts
- Reading in an oversized chair with jazz in the background
- Cozy reality TV nights with friends
- Long catch-up calls that cover everything from life updates to pop culture chaos
A surprising realization emerges: most moments of delight are free and rooted in connection.
The episode ends with a question for listeners:
What delights are you intentionally making space for right now?
Next week, a guest joins the show for a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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