Bounce Back, Black Woman! | Healing, Personal Growth, & Resilience

STUCK or STILL: How Do You Know the Difference?

Being stuck doesn't always mean your whole life has stopped.

Sometimes life keeps moving while one part of you keeps circling the same question.

In Episode 132 of Bounce Back, Black Woman!, Coach Del shares a personal story from her marriage to explore the difference between being stuck and intentionally being still.

She also offers a glimpse into the kinds of questions coaching can b...

Episode 131: Why We Eat, Shop, and Scroll When We're Stressed

You've had a DAY.

You're stressed, lonely, disappointed, overwhelmed—or maybe you simply feel off.

What do you reach for?

Food?

Amazon?

The remote?

Social media?

Work?

A drink?

Or maybe...that person you KNOW you have absolutely no business texting?

In this episode of Bounce Back, Black Woman!, Del explores the everyday ways we reach for comfort—and why the b...

Episode 130: What REALLY Breaks When Your Heart Gets Broken?

We use the phrase "broken heart" to describe many different kinds of pain.

The death of someone we love.

Divorce.

Infidelity.

The end of a friendship.

Abandonment or estrangement.

Losing a job.

Rejection.

These experiences aren't equivalent—but pain is still pain.

And sometimes the obvious thing we've lost isn't the only thing that needs healing.

In this episode of ...

Episode 129: The Strong Black Woman: What Does Carrying It ALL Cost You?

Being called a Strong Black Woman can feel like a compliment.

You’re capable. Dependable. Resourceful. You figure things out. At work, at home, in your family and friendships, people know they can count on you.

But what happens when strength stops being something you have and becomes something you believe you must constantly prove?

In this episode of Bou...

Episode 128: Too Busy? Why It's Time to Rediscover What You Enjoy

When life gets full, the things we do simply because they bring us joy are often the first things to disappear.

Sometimes that's because life became painful. Sometimes it became demanding. And sometimes life became full of genuinely good things—careers, relationships, children, businesses, responsibilities and opportunities.

But when was the last time you asked...

Episode 127: The 5 REAL Reasons You Can't Fix Someone You Love

"If they would just listen to me..."

Whether it's a spouse, best friend, sibling, parent, or adult child, watching someone you love make choices you don't understand can be incredibly frustrating—especially when you believe you can see exactly what they should do differently.

But what if the answer isn't finding a better way to "fix" them?

In this episode of Bounc...

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What does it really mean to bounce back?

For many of us, the goal after heartbreak, disappointment, loss, or failure is to get back to who we used to be. But what if that's the wrong goal?

In this concluding episode of the five-part series on Awareness, Connection, Compassion, Courage, and Resilience, Coach Del offers a different perspective. True resilience isn't about returning to your former self—it's about...

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Compassion changes how we see people. Courage changes what we do next.

In this episode, Coach Del explores why compassion and courage aren't competing virtues—they're complementary ones. While compassion helps us understand the stories behind people's behavior, courage empowers us to respond with truth, healthy boundaries, responsibility, and faith.

Through practical examples and personal reflection, you'll di...

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In a world that often encourages quick judgments and short tempers, compassion invites us to slow down and look deeper.

This week, Coach Del explores why everyone is carrying something—even if we can't see it. Through relatable stories and biblical wisdom, you'll discover how compassion allows us to respond with both grace and truth, without sacrificing healthy boundaries or personal responsibility.

Whether it...

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Many of us have been praised for being independent, capable, and strong. But somewhere along the way, we may have started believing we have to carry every burden alone.

In this episode, Coach Del explores why meaningful connection is essential for healing, growth, and resilience. You'll discover the difference between healthy solitude and unhealthy isolation, why asking for help isn't weakness, and how community can...

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Have you ever looked back on a situation and thought, "How did I not see that?" Or found yourself repeating the same unhealthy patterns despite your best intentions?

The truth is, awareness isn't just about noticing what's happening around you—it's about understanding what's happening within you. Before we can intentionally change our lives, we first have to see ourselves, others, and our circumstances clearly...

Episode 121

Sometimes... One Decision Changes Everything

Have you ever felt like you're standing at a crossroads, knowing something needs to change—but unable to take the next step?

You're not alone.

As we conclude the Sometimes... series, we're talking about the life-changing power of one intentional decision.

This episode isn't about telling you what decision to make. Instead, it's an invitation to honestly identify where y...

Sometimes... Our Bodies Betray Us Kitchen Table Conversations

If you grew up like I did, you know there was something special about the kitchen.

It was where the women gathered.

While food was being prepared, conversations were happening.

We laughed.

We shared stories.

We offered advice.

Sometimes we cried.

Sometimes we prayed.

And somehow, before the meal was even served, something in our hearts had already been nourished.

Welcome...

In this episode of the Bounce Back, Black Woman!™ podcast, we're continuing the Sometimes Series with an important reminder: not everything deserves the same emotional weight.

Some experiences truly change us. Others simply test our patience. Learning the difference is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why discernment protects your peace.
• How to stop turning inconveniences into emo...

Sometimes... We Don't Feel Pretty, Worthy or Successful Enough

Sometimes...

Life has a way of making us question parts of ourselves we never expected.

Maybe we don't feel pretty anymore.

Maybe we don't feel successful.

Maybe we don't feel worthy of love, acceptance, or another chance.

The experiences may be different, but they often point to the same deeper lie—that somehow, we're not enough.

In this deeply personal episode, ...

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Episode 117

Sometimes... We Just Don't Like Our Life

Can we be honest for a minute?

Sometimes...we just don't like our life.

Not because we aren't grateful.

Not because we don't love the people God has placed in our lives.

But because life has become heavier than we ever imagined.

Financial stress.

Caregiving.

Grief.

A job that's draining the life out of you.

Dreams that have been put on hold.

Loneliness.

...

Have you ever caught yourself saying...

"I just don't trust myself anymore."

After heartbreak, disappointment, or poor choices, many of us begin questioning our judgment. We overthink simple decisions, ignore our progress, and become afraid of making another mistake.

But self-trust isn't something you're born with.

It's something you rebuild.

In today's episode, we're exploring five practical ways to begin trusting yourself again&m...

Have you ever found yourself thinking...

"If only I had..."

"I should have known better."

"I'll never make that mistake again."

While healthy reflection helps us grow, many of us unknowingly spend years carrying guilt long after we've learned the lesson.

In today's episode, we're exploring four signs you may still be punishing yourself after making poor choices—and why self-punishment isn't the same thing as growth.

In today'...

How many times have you told yourself...

"I'll do it when..."

When life settles down. When I have more money. When I'm more confident. When I'm less afraid.

While there are absolutely seasons when waiting is wise, many of us spend years delaying our lives—not because God has asked us to wait, but because fear has convinced us that we're not ready.

In this episode, we're exploring the hidden cost of waiting and why courage oft...