Her Becoming

In today’s episode of Her Becoming, I’m diving into a truth that feels especially urgent right now: joy is an act of resistance. In the midst of devastation, fear, and collective grief, this conversation explores why choosing joy is a powerful refusal to let oppressive systems steal our aliveness. We talk about: The roots of the phrase “joy is an act of resistance” in Black feminist thought and liberation movements Why capitalism and patriarchy thrive on burnout, disconnection, and survival mode How joy can coexist with grief, rage, activism, and action Why inner child healing increases your capacity for joy and safety The nervous system’s role in experiencing pleasure, play, and aliveness How productivity culture conditions us to delay joy Practical ways to reconnect with your inner child through play, creativity, movement, and emotional validation Journaling Prompts from the Episode: What brought me joy before I learned to be serious? What kind of joy feels safest for my nervous system right now? What would my inner child want me to do this week just for fun? Share, subscribe, rate & review! P.S Immigrants make this country amazing 3