When is it time to make yourself a priority?

For many of us, especially those responsible for others, the answer feels complicated, but the truth is simpler than we think.

In this solo episode of Carlos V. Spencer Speaks, Carlos breaks down why self-care isn’t selfish; it’s foundational. From real-life analogies to powerful lessons about burnout, leadership, and responsibility, this conversation challenges the idea that taking care of yourself comes last. If you’re constantly pouring into others but neglecting your own well-being, this episode will help you rethink what it truly means to show up for the people who depend on you.

Recorded from the gym and grounded in lived experience, Carlos explains why making yourself a priority allows everything else in your life to function better: your family, your work, your health, and your peace. This message is especially relevant for Black men and women navigating pressure, expectations, and the weight of always being “the strong one.”

This episode is produced by Black Dad Unfiltered Media and speaks directly to those who are ready to stop running on empty and start leading from a place of wholeness.

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