What if the journey to freedom isn't about becoming more — but letting go? In this powerful conversation, Crystle Johnson sits down with writer and equity leader Laniece Flowers to explore unbecoming as a radical act of liberation. They reflect on motherhood, breaking generational cycles, redefining work, and what it means to prioritize joy over survival. ✨ Featuring real talk about: Healing from the "shoulds" of womanhood Leaving behind expectations that don’t fit The sacredness of slowing down Teaching the next generation to be free “Are you happy? Are you really happy?” This episode is your permission slip to pause, reflect, and reclaim your power. Timestamp: 00:00 – Introduction 02:14 – Makeup and Masks 13:19 – The Question That Sparked Unbecoming 18:05 – Lies We Tell Ourselves 22:38 – Reclaiming Joy in Work 31:24 – Advice for Black Women — Episode drops today at 7PM. Be there. This one’s soul-deep. Subscribe + Turn on notifications for more weekly stories centering softness, rest, and Black women’s liberation. We Ain’t Dying For This: A Black Woman’s Guide to Liberation drops new episodes every Thursday on the Living Corporate Network and YouTube. #Unbecoming #WeAintDyingForThis #BlackWomensLiberation #LaniceFlowers #CrystleJohnson #RadicallySoftLiving