We were lucky to catch up with PaSean recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi PaSean, really happy you were able to join us today and we’re looking forward to sharing your story and insights with our readers. Let’s start with the heart of it all – purpose. How did you find your purpose?
Several years ago, I was in severe pelvic pain—so intense I had to be rushed to the emergency room. That’s when I found out I had fibroids, and the conversation quickly turned to the possibility of a hysterectomy.
At the time, I was still in my childbearing years and didn’t want to go through with such a life-altering procedure. After getting a second opinion, I was relieved to learn it wasn’t necessary. I had a myomectomy instead.
That experience left me wondering how many other women had faced a similar choice. Were there alternatives to surgery? Were treatment options being fully explored?
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths with no known cause. Most women will develop them at some point, and for many, they bring years of pain and disruption—from heavy cycles and miscarriages to chronic discomfort, anemia, and other serious health issues. Through research, I learned all of this—along with the fact that fibroids disproportionately affect Black women, including myself.
I began recording conversations with other women about their experiences, which became the foundation for a documentary and later evolved into a podcast titled The F Word: Fibroid Stories.
What began as a personal journey grew into something larger: a platform to raise awareness, connect voices, and advocate for better treatment options and increased research for a condition that continues to be widely misunderstood and insufficiently addressed.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I’ve built a dynamic career in acting and commercial work, appearing in national campaigns for brands like McDonald’s, Yoplait, Dodge, and Canada Dry. My credits include Striptease with Demi Moore, the soap Another World, guest roles on Shameless and Gotham, and a Broadway run in Once On This Island.
That momentum was interrupted when I developed uterine fibroids. The pain was intense, and bloating led some to assume I was pregnant. A doctor initially recommended a hysterectomy, but I sought a second opinion. I underwent a successful myomectomy, which preserved my uterus.
During recovery, I learned about lesser-known treatments like uterine fibroid embolization and focused ultrasound. I also connected with other women navigating fibroids, embraced holistic approaches, and adopted a vegan lifestyle that improved my health.
Driven by my storytelling background, I co-directed the documentary The F Word: Fibroid Stories, which was featured in festivals like the American Black Film Festival. When more women began reaching out, I launched The F Word: Fibroid Stories podcast—a platform for education, community, and healing.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
There are so many invaluable qualities that not only support building a business, but also help you pace yourself so you don’t become overwhelmed. One of the most essential is the quality of effective communication. It’s more than just being clear and detailed—it’s about creating space for meaningful questions, engaging in active listening, and fostering genuine connection.
Strong communication cultivates accountability. And accountability is what keeps you aligned with your goals and on track to meet deadlines. I truly value when people are respectful of my time, and I make it a point to show the same consideration in return.
Determination is another quality that’s absolutely essential. When you’re deeply committed to a purpose, communication, accountability, and determination become even more critical. For me, that purpose has been raising awareness about fibroids, especially through my podcast. This interview is one more way to extend that work and reach even more people with the message.
I’m also deeply inspired by the unwavering determination of Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke. Years ago, she introduced legislation to increase research into fibroids, and just this past July, she led a powerful roundtable discussion in Washington, D.C. She refuses to be dissuaded. That’s what true determination looks like.
Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?
Having a strong support system—especially one made up of trusted friends and family—makes all the difference. I truly came to understand that during the production process.
One of those incredible people is my dear friend Rhonda Ross, a gifted singer and Emmy-nominated actress. We’ve both faced challenges with fibroids—hers even affected her pregnancy. Despite the complications, she went on to conceive and give birth to a remarkable child.
Rhonda not only shared her powerful story on the podcast, but she also joined the project as a producer of the series. That’s what a meaningful support system looks like: someone who sees your vision, believes in it deeply, and helps elevate it.
It’s more than encouragement—it’s partnership. And when someone says, “I want you to win,” and means it with action? That’s rare. That’s love.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fworddocumentary?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-F-Word/100048109425808/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXavB5Xjs18
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/f-word-fibroid-stories?utm_source=mobi&utm_campaign=social_sharing
- Other: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TCuCObRWyAG0B7xfKSt9I?si=5-3DARF0SGCn13etkCwLHQ
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