Why You Feel Guilty About Pleasure (And How to Change That)

Описание: Resources: Drink Water & Mind Your Business
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Do you feel guilty about pleasure?

In this episode of The Daily Donna, we are exploring why so many of us — especially high-achievers, caregivers, and Black women — struggle to prioritize pleasure without earning it first.

I am breaking down:
• Why we believe pleasure must be earned
• The science-backed benefits of pleasure
• How to create a daily pleasure practice

Pleasure is not a reward for productivity.
It is a human need.

And if your self-esteem is shaky, pleasure often feels unsafe.

This episode walks you through how to change that.
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If this resonates, you’ll likely love Chapters 5 and 9 of the book — where I explore pleasure, desire, and self-esteem more deeply.
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Disclaimer: I am A therapist. Not YOUR therapist. Behave accordingly.
This video is educational and reflective, not therapy.
If you need individualized support, please seek a licensed professionalL Use Therapy For Black Girls or Melanin and Mental Health

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00:00 Do You Feel Guilty About Pleasure?
00:29 Why I Care About Pleasure & Self-Esteem
01:25 Why We Don’t Prioritize Daily Pleasure
02:22 Who Told You Pleasure Must Be Earned?
03:39 What Pleasure Actually Does for Your Brain & Body
08:30 The 100 Wants Exercise
09:56 Desire vs. Want: They’re Not the Same
11:24 Know Yourself to Build a Pleasure Practice
13:39 Schedule Your Joy (Yes, Literally)
15:31 What Daily Pleasure Can Look Like
16:26 Homework: Map Your Pleasure
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