The Becoming Table Talk

In this episode of The Becoming Table , we’re talking about what it means to make room for your next level by releasing what no longer fits the woman you are becoming. So many women are trying to grow while still carrying old expectations, outdated roles, guilt, over-functioning, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be everything for everybody. But your next level may not require you to do more. I...

In this episode of Becoming Table Talk , Dr. Laryssa Creswell, Shawn, and Crystal talk about one of the most difficult skills for many leaders setting boundaries . For many women in leadership, the pressure to always show up, help others, and keep things running smoothly can make it difficult to say no. Over time, that constant giving can lead to burnout, resentment, and emotional exhaustion . The...

In this episode of Becoming Table Talk , Dr. Laryssa Creswell, Shawn, and Crystal explore the critical role of community in leadership , especially for BIPOC women navigating spaces that can often feel isolating. Together, they talk about the emotional weight of leadership, the pressure of being the one others rely on, and how isolation can quietly lead to burnout, exhaustion, and disconnection ....

BIPOC women are often underpaid and promoted more slowly while carrying high-impact work. In this episode, we break down how to identify your true market value, prepare for negotiation conversations, and manage the emotional weight that can show up when you advocate for yourself. We also cover how to negotiate beyond base salary, title, scope, flexibility, bonuses, professional development, and cl...

In this episode of Becoming Table Talk , we dive into the often-unspoken challenges faced by BIPOC women in the helping professions and especially the reality of being overlooked, undervalued, and expected to over-function without recognition. We explore how to make invisible work visible, build strategic relationships for advancement, clarify and strengthen your leadership brand, and advocate for...

In this episode of Becoming Table Talk, the hosts discuss the challenges BIPOC women face in leadership roles, particularly around being heard and recognized. They explore the importance of speaking with authority, reclaiming one's voice, and navigating tone policing and double standards in communication. The conversation emphasizes the need for structure in professional settings to ensure that al...

The conversation explores the profound impact of the nervous system on leadership, emphasizing the importance of regulation for stability and clarity. It delves into the chaos caused by dysregulation, the role of the nervous system in shaping a leadership brand, and the intentional regulation required for leadership stability. The impact of dysregulation on leadership and the transformative effect...

Are you a Black woman leader feeling overwhelmed by constant decision-making, burnout, or the pressure to hold everything together? In this episode, we explore why leadership fatigue isn’t a confidence problem — it’s a systems problem. You’ll learn how intentional systems create clarity, reduce decision fatigue, and protect your energy so you can lead without overworking or sacrificing your mental...

Leadership is not about hustle. It’s about alignment. In this episode of The Becoming Table Talk , Dr. Laryssa Creswell, Shawn, LaTrise, and Crystal explore how leadership identity, boundaries, emotional wellness, and energy patterns must guide your workflow in order to prevent burnout and support sustainable success. This episode covers: Women in leadership and burnout Leadership identity vs. per...

Leadership isn’t about doing more. It’s about understanding what you can hold. In this episode of The Becoming Table Talk , Dr. Laryssa, Shawn, LaTrise and Crystal explore capacity . The emotional, mental, and nervous-system foundation of sustainable leadership. This conversation addresses: Emotional burnout in women leaders Why productivity culture harms BIPOC women Emotional labor in the workpla...

In Episode 4 of The Becoming Table Talk , the Sisters In Healing crew continues our two-part conversation on organizational leadership — shifting from planning into the real work: execution and adaptation. A strategic plan means nothing if it never leaves the page. This episode explores how leaders bring structure to life, communicate clearly, pivot when things change, and evolve systems so teams...

In Episode 3 of The Becoming Table Talk , the Sisters In Healing team opens a two-part series on organizational leadership — starting with strategic planning. This conversation goes beyond color-coded calendars and productivity hacks. Dr. Laryssa Creswell, Shawn Anderson, LaTrise Wilson, and Crystal Funderburk break down the core organizational skills every leader needs to build credibility, suppo...

If you’re tired of feeling like your schedule is leading you instead of the other way around, this conversation will help you Reclaim Your Time — and your power. In this episode of The Becoming Table Talk , the Sisters In Healing crew gets real about what it means to manage time as a leader — not from hustle culture or perfectionism, but from purpose, energy, and alignment. Dr. Laryssa Creswell, S...

Your title doesn’t make you a leader — your Why does. Press play to reconnect with what fuels you and anchor into leadership that’s rooted, rested, and real. In the premiere episode of The Becoming Table Talk , Dr. Laryssa Creswell, joins co-hosts Shawn Anderson, LaTrise Wilson, and Crystal Funderburk to explore a foundational leadership question: Why do you show up? This episode offers practical...