The Black Woman's Confidant
The Black Woman's Confidant
Nicole B Washington, DO, MPH
Weathering the Storm: Black Women and the Cost of Constantly Surviving
29 minutes Posted Nov 12, 2025 at 5:17 pm.
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Black women navigate the difficult intersection of sexism and racism, a combination that has serious consequences for our health. On this week's episode of The Black Woman's Confidant, Dr. Nicole explores the concept of "weathering" and how the chronic stress of societal complexities affects Black women's bodies. She details how continuous exposure to stress, a constant state of fight-or-flight, and the burden of supporting our families' social and economic needs can manifest physically in health problems. Dr. Nicole also offers actionable insights and strategies for Black women to combat weathering as we live in a world not designed with our well-being in mind.