In this episode, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Thene Thompson to explore how healing and softness are not just acts of self-care, but essential strategies for thriving in tech, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship. Discover why rest, community, and honoring your limits are leadership assets, and how Black women can redefine success by centering healing and support. Tune in for real stories, actionable insights, and a powerful reminder that you don’t have to choose between ambition and well-being—you can have both.
In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of consistently showing up for your gifts, even when the world isn’t watching. Inspired by Renée Armstrong’s journey, we explore how honoring your creativity, betting on yourself, and staying committed through the quiet seasons can turn hidden talents into visible impact. This is your invitation to stop waiting for permission, embrace your calling, and take bold, visible action—because your gift will make room for you, but only if you keep showing up.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, we delve into the journey of cultivating rest and radical self-love, inspired by the wisdom of Myla (Ms Dyema) Wimbley. Discover how Myla’s personal experiences and transformative insights guide Black women in breaking free from survival mode and embracing softness, rest, and deep self-compassion. Through honest conversation and real-life examples, we explore practical steps to honor your needs, set boundaries, and nurture your well-being. Join us as we celebrate the power of choosing rest and radical self-love as acts of liberation and healing.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how shifting from judgment to curiosity can transform professional and personal relationships, especially for Black women navigating survival mode and systemic pressures. Inspired by Maisha Philson’s wisdom, we discuss the power of empathy, the importance of understanding invisible struggles, and how practicing compassion and grace creates space for authentic connection, healing, and true success. Step into your Soft Girl Era and discover how perception, compassion, and grace can revolutionize the way you lead, collaborate, and care for yourself and others.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores the extraordinary rise of Black women entrepreneurs who are transforming economic adversity into generational power. Discover how systemic barriers have sparked a quiet revolution, with Black women starting businesses at record rates, innovating new markets, and building supportive ecosystems despite facing historic funding gaps. Learn why lived experience is a competitive advantage, how collective investment and mutual aid are reshaping wealth, and what it truly means to redefine strength and success in the Soft Girl Era. Tune in for actionable steps to invest in yourself, your community, and the future of Black women’s leadership.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce explores the importance of healing before entering new relationships. Joined by emotional healing advocate Demetria Wilcoxon, they discuss how choosing love from a place of wholeness—rather than unhealed wounds—can break cycles of heartbreak and foster genuine connection. Through real-life examples and practical advice, learn why taking a true healing break, reflecting on your patterns, and remembering your worth are essential steps toward receiving the love you truly deserve. Discover how the wait is not wasted, but a sacred time to reclaim your softness, set boundaries, and prepare for a love that honors your journey.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce shares powerful insights inspired by Fornesia Brewster on the courage it takes to walk away from what no longer serves you. Explore why choosing yourself is not selfish but an act of radical self-love, and learn how to create a plan that honors your peace, growth, and well-being. Discover practical steps for setting boundaries, preparing for change, and embracing the freedom that comes with releasing what holds you back. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that walking away is not the end, but the beginning of the life you truly deserve.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce explores the quiet strength it takes to walk away from what no longer serves you. Inspired by the wisdom of Fornesia Brewster, we unpack the myths around endurance, the power of choosing yourself, and the importance of having a plan when leaving harmful spaces. Through real-life examples and actionable steps, discover how loving yourself enough to let go can open the door to true peace, growth, and freedom. If you’re ready to release what’s holding you back and reclaim your softness, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how Black women can reclaim their power by redefining strength, setting boundaries, and building lives centered on peace and self-worth. Drawing on powerful insights and real-world examples, discover how choosing softness is a strategic move for resilience, leadership, and economic empowerment. Learn how to shift from survival mode to a life that honors your humanity, and find practical steps to rebuild after setbacks while modeling a new blueprint for your family and community.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores the transformative power of healing as a strategic advantage for Black women navigating personal and professional spaces. Through the inspiring journey of Linsay Hill, discover how unhealed trauma can shape business decisions, why setting boundaries is a legacy move, and how choosing yourself breaks generational cycles. Learn from real-world case studies on leadership, advocacy, and entrepreneurship, and walk away with actionable steps to honor your worth, rewrite your story, and lead with softness in a world that often demands survival.
In this episode, we dive deep into the internal battles that shape us and explore how healing from trauma is not only possible, but can become the foundation for your greatest strength. Inspired by the journey of Jules Cobb Edwards, we discuss the power of naming your pain, seeking support, and choosing small habits that rebuild your life. Discover how transforming wounds into wisdom, practicing self-love, and embracing softness can lead to true confidence and lasting change. Welcome to your Soft Girl Era—a sacred space to unlearn survival, reclaim joy, and step boldly into your purpose.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how the "strong Black woman" archetype, often worn as a badge of honor, can actually hold us back from healing, joy, and sustainable success. Drawing on powerful insights, she unpacks why softness, faith, and rest are not weaknesses but essential strategies for breaking generational cycles and building legacies rooted in wholeness. Tune in for real talk on entrepreneurship, boundaries, and how to create a life and business that honors your humanity, not just your productivity.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how embracing softness can be a powerful strategy for Black women in tech, business, and leadership. Inspired by the work of Lucretia Dailey, LeAnne challenges the idea that success requires constant grinding and hardening, and instead highlights how rest, boundaries, and emotional intelligence are strategic assets. Through stories of women who center community, lived experience, and care in their professional journeys, discover how redefining power and excellence can lead to deeper innovation, sustainable impact, and true wellbeing. Tune in for practical insights and a call to action to honor your humanity as you build your career or business.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce sits down with Antoneal Shannon to explore how hitting rock bottom can become a sacred beginning. Through powerful truths and real-life stories, discover how choosing yourself, embracing reinvention, and outgrowing what no longer serves you can lead to healing, freedom, and authentic joy. Tune in for inspiration and actionable steps to move from survival to thriving, and give yourself permission to rebuild a life that truly honors who you are becoming.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce explores how softness can be a powerful strategy for Black women seeking sustainable success and healing. Drawing inspiration from the journey of Shalena Carter, a mother of seven and survivor of profound trauma, we examine how rest, boundaries, and emotional safety are not luxuries but essential tools for leadership, entrepreneurship, and survival. Learn how Black women are redefining business and community impact by centering healing, flexibility, and support, and discover practical ways to design a life and career that nurture both ambition and well-being.
In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of choosing yourself and setting boundaries as acts of self-preservation and strategy. Inspired by Jennifer Bien-Aime’s work with high-achieving Black women, we explore how prioritizing rest, healing, and joy is not selfish, but essential for sustainable leadership and well-being. Discover practical ways to reclaim your peace, rebuild your identity after burnout, and create a life where softness and authenticity are celebrated. Tune in for actionable steps to honor your needs, set boundaries without guilt, and inspire others to do the same—because choosing yourself is the first step toward true freedom and impact.
In this episode, LeAnne Dolce shares powerful strategies for protecting your peace and reclaiming your power in the face of manipulation and emotional abuse. Discover how staying calm, observing behavior, and using strategic detachment can help you set boundaries and walk away from toxic relationships with your self-worth intact. Learn practical tools like journaling, the Grey Rock method, and reverse psychology to navigate chaos with clarity and strength. Step into your Soft Girl Era by choosing yourself, honoring your boundaries, and embracing the freedom that comes from putting your peace first.
In this episode, we sit down with Patrice Richardson to explore what it truly means to build a brand from nothing. Patrice shares her journey of launching I AM.PATRICE. and how she turned seasons of emptiness and uncertainty into the foundation for a movement. We discuss the power of showing up authentically, pushing through hard days with softness and self-trust, and taking small, consistent steps even when no one is watching. If you’re feeling stuck or starting from zero, this conversation will remind you that your story, voice, and resilience are more than enough to begin building something extraordinary.
In this episode of Soft Girl Era, LeAnne Dolce sits down with LaShunda Braxton-Nickles to explore how healing from trauma is an ongoing, courageous choice. Through LaShunda’s journey of overcoming childhood pain, mental health challenges, and grief, we discover the power of reclaiming your story and turning survival into sacred purpose. Learn how choosing therapy, rest, and self-compassion can transform pain into hope, and why you are worthy of a life filled with softness, joy, and healing. Your story does not end with what was done to you—your next chapter starts now.
This episode dives into the transformative power of boundaries, reciprocity, and self-worth for Black women navigating professional spaces, entrepreneurship, and relationships. Discover how redefining your standards, requiring fair exchange, and honoring your own needs can lead to greater joy, health, and success. Learn practical strategies for setting limits, tracking your contributions, and building relationships rooted in mutual respect. It’s time to move beyond survival and step boldly into a life where your brilliance is valued and your softness is protected.