The Cost of the Superhero Cape with Coach Cassie J

If you’ve ever felt trapped by the invisible expectation to “save everyone” — even when you’re falling apart inside — this episode was made for you.

Today, we welcome the amazing Coach Cassie C. James Weathersby, founder of Black Women Do Heal, for a soul-stirring, truth-telling conversation about the real cost of living like a superhero. Together, we dive deep into why exhaustion is not a badge of honor, why setting Peace Protectors (aka boundaries) is critical, and why resting is a human right, not a weakness.

Disclaimer: The title of this podcast and its contents are not intended to in any way promote, encourage, or advocate suicide or any form of self-harm. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide and needs support, please call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Guest: Cassandra C. James-Weathersby

Website: BlackWomenDoHeal.org

0:00–1:25 | Welcome + Trigger Warning

1:25–2:39 | Meet Our Superhero: Coach Cassie C. James Weathersby

2:39–8:50 | The Superhero Complex Explained

8:50–13:08 | The Cost of Wearing the Cape

13:08–16:45 | Why The Superhero Model Fails

16:45–23:07 | First Steps: Removing the Cape

23:07–28:07 | You Are Human, Not Superhuman

28:07–36:09 | Boundaries Reframed: “Peace Protectors”

36:09–43:38 | Permission to Rest

43:38–49:57 | Lessons from Hospice Care: Prioritize Living Fully

49:57–54:25 | Healing Events & Black Women Do Heal Initiatives

54:25–1:03:02 | Real Talk: Entrepreneurship, Social Media, and Letting Go

1:03:02–1:07:10 | Closing + Final Mic Drop Moments