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Building When No One is Clapping: The Reality of the Grind

podcast March 19, 2026


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Ever feel like you’re working on a vision that only you can see? This week, Erica and Shelby get vulnerable about dating, the journey of building a brand and/or business, and much more.

Inside this episode, we discuss:

  • Dating & Relationships: Are you protecting your peace, or are you just unavailable? We discuss how to identify if you're operating from high standards or emotional armor.

  • The Journey: We share the raw reality behind All Things Melanin. From late-night self-doubt to praying over ideas no one else sees yet—how do you build when no one is clapping?

  • Mentor Moment: A listener in her late 30s asks: "I’ve been single for 10 years and I’m hyper-independent. How do I soften for a future spouse without shrinking myself?"

  • Words of Encouragement: A powerful reminder from Habakkuk 2:3 on trusting the timing of your vision.

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