Soft Girl Era

Softness as Strategy: Thriving Beyond Burnout and Barriers Inspired by Felecia Pittman

In this episode, LeAnne Dolce unpacks the urgent realities facing Black professional women in 2025—rising layoffs, widening pay gaps, and the dismantling of DEI protections—while offering a new blueprint for thriving. Discover how embracing softness as a radical, faith-led strategy can protect your health, reclaim your identity, and fuel sustainable leadership. Learn about transformative initiatives like SheWorksCA, the power of collective action, and why setting boundaries and honoring your journey are essential acts of resistance and self-love. If you’re ready to pivot from burnout to alignment, this conversation will inspire you to lead with softness, strategy, and grace.

Radical Self-Love and Faith: The Unstoppable Power Within Inspired by Maria Davis

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of radical self-love and faith, inspired by the wisdom of Maria Davis. Discover how prioritizing your well-being, setting boundaries, and nurturing a daily partnership with God can unlock new possibilities in your life. Through practical steps and heartfelt reflection, learn how embracing softness and trusting divine guidance can help you move from survival mode to a life filled with purpose, rest, and joy.

Healing Is Strategy: Thriving in Tech and Business Inspired by Thene Thompson

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.

Show Up for Your Gift: Inspired by Renée Armstrong

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.

Cultivating Rest and Radical Self-Love: Inspired by Myla (Ms Dyema) Wimbley

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.

Perception, Compassion, and the Power of Grace: Inspired by Maisha Philson

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.

Survival to Superpower: The Quiet Revolution of Black Women Entrepreneurs Inspired by Arnittress Dowdy

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.

The Wait Is Not Wasted: Healing Before Love Inspired by Demetria Wilcoxon

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.