Unpacking Intersectionality in Toxic Productivity Culture

Hello, lovely listeners! In this solo episode, I share my observations on the intersection of race and toxic productivity culture. As I've been promoting my book, "Women Who Work Too Much," I've noticed a lack of conversations about how this issue uniquely affects Black women and women of the global majority.

 

In this episode, I share my thoughts on:

• The systemic issues that perpetuate overworking in women's lives.
• The importance of understanding how race, gender, and class intersect to shape the experiences of Black women in this culture.
• The limitations of white feminism and the need for a more inclusive discourse that acknowledges the diverse struggles faced by all women.
• Why embracing softness and spirituality can be a radical act of self-liberation for Black women.

I'm inviting more nuanced conversation about intersectionality and toxic productivity.

 

Mentioned Resources:

Harvard Business School research: https://hbswk.hbs.edu/item/confront-workplace-inequity-in-2023-dig-deep-build-bridges-take-collective-action

 

Blog post on Black women and autoimmune issues: https://fiercebymitu.com/wellness/science-women-of-color-anger-and-autoimmune-diseases/ 

 

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