Opt Out of Taking Without Giving: Let’s Make Reciprocity a Movement

In this episode of Black Girl Burnout, host Kelley Bonner is getting real about reciprocity—what it means, how we often block it, and why it’s time to shift our mindset. Too often, we take from the spaces that pour into us—our friendships, our communities, and even the creators and entrepreneurs who inspire us—without giving back.

This conversation isn’t about guilt; it’s about unlearning old habits and making reciprocity a daily practice. If we truly believe in community and abundance, then we must match our actions to our values.

Kelley shares:

✅ The ways reciprocity (or the lack of it) shows up in our relationships and communities

✅ How the legacy of over-giving has shaped Black women’s experiences

✅ Simple, actionable ways to give back daily (and they take less than 5 minutes!)

✅ A direct challenge to listeners: Let’s get Black Girl Burnout to 1,000 reviews on Apple & Spotify!

Let’s make reciprocity a movement—together! If this podcast has poured into you, this is your moment to give back

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