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How the Emotional Tax Hurts Women at Work
In this episode of Women at Work with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the concept of the 'emotional tax'—the extra psychological burden women, especially women of color, carry when they feel they must constantly represent their entire demographic group. Drawing on a 2023 report by Catalyst that found 60% of women of color experience this pressure, the hosts discuss how it leads to hyper-vigilance, exhaustion, and career withdrawal. They also offer practical strategies for managers and colleagues to help alleviate this invisible weight, from sponsorship to creating psychological safety. Tune…
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