The Weight of Silent Battles

In this episode of What Happens Outside of Love, Dr. LaQuita Parks, Diontrise Blake, and Shanita Dawson-Ugwuoke open up about the hidden struggles people face when love feels distant or absent. Together, they explore the quiet battles that take place in the mind and heart—battles that often go unnoticed by the outside world.From the unspoken pain of feeling unseen in family relationships, to the loneliness that creeps in when affection is withheld, this conversation shines a light on the ways silence, neglect, and misunderstanding can wound just as deeply as words. The hosts discuss how these silent battles affect self-worth, trust, and the ability to give or receive love, while also offering hope for healing and restoration.Tune in for an honest and heartfelt dialogue that reminds us: even in silence, our stories matter—and learning to name our battles is the first step toward reclaiming love.