Melanted & Highly Regulated

Ask Martita Robbins
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You’ve mastered the hustle. You’ve secured the bag. You’re everyone’s "strong friend" and the backbone of your community. But when was the last time you felt truly safe to just be? Melanated & Highly Regulated is the anti-burnout sanctuary for high-achieving Black women who are ready to retire their Superwoman cape. Hosted by Martita Claiborne-Robbins, this podcast moves beyond standard self-care advice and dives deep into the biology of stress. We blend the science of the nervous system (Polyvagal Theory) with somatic healing tools like EFT Tapping to help you navigate a world that often demands your silence and your strength. Join us as we learn to trade constant survival mode for true safety, ease, and flow. Because you don’t just deserve to survive—you deserve to be regulated.

Episodes

  1. Mar 3

    The Real Reason You Can't Say No

    Apply for the complementary Executive Reset Research Cohort session here: https://askmartitarobbins.com/services In this conversation, Martita Robbins addresses the challenges high-achieving Black women face in setting boundaries and the emotional toll of people-pleasing. She introduces Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and guides listeners through a tapping meditation to help them reclaim their time and energy, emphasizing the importance of self-worth and the safety of saying no. Music Credits: Song: The Process Composer: Lakey Inspired YouTube: https://youtu.be/5cmlgvekbYY?si=X569E1DlliwnNx92  License: Creative Commons — CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Scott Buckley - Echoes" is under a Creative Commons (BY 3.0) license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    / https://www.youtube.com/user/musicbyscottb/

    15 min

  2. Feb 14 ·  Bonus

    60-Second EFT Tapping to Ease Burnout (Instantly)

    In this segment of Melanated and Highly Regulated, Martita illustrates how to manage stress and ambition. She demonstrates various tapping points to help lower your internal threat level, emphasizing the effectiveness of the emotional freedom technique for nervous system regulation. This practical guide offers tools for self care and finding calm and peace in your daily life.

    2 min

  3. Feb 9

    You Cry In The Car: Why Your Success Is A Trap

    As mentioned in the show, click here for: A Complimentary Strategy Session to Help You Exit Survival Mode Summary: In this conversation, Martita Robbins explores the concept of the 'success trap' that many high-achieving individuals find themselves in, where they feel successful on the outside but are struggling internally. She discusses the physiological effects of burnout, the limitations of traditional relaxation techniques, and introduces Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as a powerful tool for managing stress and reclaiming one's identity beyond productivity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's worthiness and the need for genuine rest and self-care. Chapters 00:00 The Success Trap: Understanding Survival Mode 02:46 The Paradox of Hypervigilance and Rest 06:05 Burnout: A Physiological State, Not a Mood 09:00 The Limitations of Traditional Relaxation Techniques 11:53 Introducing Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) 17:51 Reclaiming Your Identity Beyond Productivity Takeaways You aren't broken; you are in survival mode. Burnout is a warning sign of a critically damaged biological battery. The hypervigilance that leads to success can prevent rest. Silence can feel threatening to those who define worth by productivity. EFT is a somatic approach to managing stress and anxiety. Traditional relaxation techniques often fail because they don't address the survival brain. Your worthiness is innate and not tied to your output. Burnout is a physiological state, not just a mood. Acknowledging stress is crucial for releasing it. Reclaiming your identity beyond productivity is essential for mental health. Keywords success trap, survival mode, burnout, hypervigilance, emotional freedom technique, stress management, high achievers, mental health, self-care, productivity Music Credits: Song: The Process Composer: Lakey Inspired YouTube: https://youtu.be/5cmlgvekbYY?si=X569E1DlliwnNx92  License: Creative Commons — CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ "Scott Buckley - Echoes" is under a Creative Commons (BY 3.0) license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    / https://www.youtube.com/user/musicbyscottb/

    20 min

  4. Feb 2

    Why You Can't Stop Hustling

    n this conversation, Martita Robbins discusses the detrimental effects of perfectionism and the Superwoman syndrome, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's worth beyond work. She introduces tapping as a method to alleviate stress and rewire beliefs about self-worth and rest, encouraging listeners to embrace their humanity and prioritize self-care. To learn more about The Executive Reset Research Cohort, click here: https://askmartitarobbins.com/services Sound Bites "I was crumbling on the inside." "You are worthy of rest." "Rest is not a reward." Takeaways I hit a wall at the end of 2021. Perfectionism isolates you and comes with a cost. Superwoman syndrome pressures leaders to prioritize others' needs. Chronic stress keeps your nervous system in fight or flight. High achievers often disassociate from their bodies. Your biology is stuck in a survival loop. You are worthy of rest and don't have to earn it. Tapping sends calming signals to the amygdala. Rest is essential for self-repair and clarity. Your worthiness is not tied to your productivity. Keywords perfectionism, Superwoman syndrome, stress management, tapping, emotional exhaustion, self-worth, nervous system, mental health, healing, personal growth Chapters 00:00 The Cost of Perfectionism 03:59 Understanding Superwoman Syndrome 06:31 Tapping as a Healing Method 11:25 Rewiring Beliefs and Embracing Rest Music Credit: Song: The Process Composer: Lakey Inspired YouTube: https://youtu.be/5cmlgvekbYY?si=X569E1DlliwnNx92  License: Creative Commons — CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Music Credit: "Scott Buckley - Echoes" is under a Creative Commons (BY 3.0) license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    / https://www.youtube.com/user/musicbyscottb/

    14 min

  5. Feb 2

    "I’m Running on Fumes, But No One Knows."

    Summary In this conversation, Martita Robbins delves into the often-overlooked issue of high functioning burnout, a state where individuals appear successful and competent on the outside while struggling internally. She explains the biological mechanisms behind stress and burnout, emphasizing the difference between normal stress and the chronic state of high functioning burnout. Robbins discusses the dangers of surface acting and the toll it takes on mental and physical health. She introduces Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as a practical tool to help individuals break the cycle of burnout and reclaim their well-being. The conversation concludes with a call to prioritize self-care and seek help before reaching a breaking point. To learn more about The Executive Reset Research Cohort, click here: https://askmartitarobbins.com/services Chapters 00:00 Understanding High Functioning Burnout 02:50 The Biology of Stress vs. Burnout 05:42 The Hidden Costs of Competence 08:45 Breaking the Cycle of Burnout 11:20 Emotional Freedom Technique: A Practical Tool 14:16 Choosing Yourself: The Path to Healing Keywords burnout, high functioning burnout, emotional freedom technique, stress management, mental health, self-care, resilience, productivity, nervous system, wellness Music Credit (used in intro and outro): Song: The Process Composer: Lakey Inspired YouTube: https://youtu.be/5cmlgvekbYY?si=X569E1DlliwnNx92  License: Creative Commons — CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Music Credit (used during Tapping): "Scott Buckley - Echoes" is under a Creative Commons (BY 3.0) license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/    / https://www.youtube.com/user/musicbyscottb/

    15 min

  6. Jan 15

    Stress & Digestion: The Healing Synergy

    This episode explores the connection between stress, digestion, and the body's inflammatory response. Martita Robbins discusses how stress can impact nutrient absorption, even when consuming healthy foods, and emphasizes the importance of tapping to make the body more receptive to the healing power of food. Genny Mack highlights the significance of mindful eating and proper chewing for optimal digestion.

    1 min
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You’ve mastered the hustle. You’ve secured the bag. You’re everyone’s "strong friend" and the backbone of your community. But when was the last time you felt truly safe to just be? Melanated & Highly Regulated is the anti-burnout sanctuary for high-achieving Black women who are ready to retire their Superwoman cape. Hosted by Martita Claiborne-Robbins, this podcast moves beyond standard self-care advice and dives deep into the biology of stress. We blend the science of the nervous system (Polyvagal Theory) with somatic healing tools like EFT Tapping to help you navigate a world that often demands your silence and your strength. Join us as we learn to trade constant survival mode for true safety, ease, and flow. Because you don’t just deserve to survive—you deserve to be regulated.

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