Harvard Business Review | Ruchika Tulshyan

Being the only woman of color at work can exact a significant psychological toll, exacerbated by systemic bias and discrimination. This article delves into the mental health challenges faced by women of color in the workplace and highlights the urgent need for accessible mental health support tailored to their unique experiences. Danielle Jenkins Henry, a licensed marriage family therapist associate (LMFTA), offers four crucial strategies for women of color to prioritize their mental well-being in the face of systemic challenges.

Literary Hub | Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez

Imposter syndrome is a prevalent and often debilitating phenomenon, particularly affecting marginalized individuals. This article delves into how imposter syndrome disproportionately impacts people of color, focusing on the experiences of one individual navigating academia and graduate school. It explores the roots of imposter syndrome, its effects on mental health, and the complex interplay between systemic bias, racial identity, and self-doubt.

Harvard Business Review | Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey

Many women grapple with feeling like outsiders at work due to systemic bias and exclusion, often diagnosed as "imposter syndrome." This diagnosis pathologized a common workplace feeling, neglecting the impact of systemic racism, classism, xenophobia, and other biases. To address imposter syndrome, the solution lies in creating inclusive environments that embrace diverse leadership styles and racial, ethnic, and gender identities as equally professional.