When Michelle Obama, Taraji P. Henson, and Craig Robinson come together for a podcast, you know it’s going to be more than just a casual chat. The trio recently sat down for an episode of the IMO podcast, and let’s just say, the conversation was everything we hoped for and more. It wasn’t just insightful. It was powerful, with a dash of humor and raw honesty thrown in.

Michelle Obama wasn’t here to just talk about her past as First Lady or her public persona. She went deep. During the conversation, she revealed how people love to jump to conclusions about her life, especially when it comes to her decisions. “When I say no, people assume that my marriage is falling apart,” Michelle shared. “But no, I just said no because I don’t want to do it!” It’s a truth that, honestly, hits home for a lot of women, especially those in the public eye. For Michelle, saying “no” to something doesn’t always mean what the public thinks it does. It’s just a boundary. But, of course, public opinion can be a tricky thing.

The ex-FLOTUS had no issue calling out the misconceptions people have about her life. But here’s where it gets interesting. Ayesha Curry, never one to shy away from supporting a fellow powerhouse, came in strong with a comment on Michelle’s post: “Yes and yes.”

Ayesha’s comment didn’t need any extra fluff. Just three little words: “Yes and yes.” That’s it. No deep caption, no long-winded explanation. Just a simple and direct show of support for Michelle’s message. And honestly? It spoke volumes. Ayesha’s words were like a soft but powerful punch to the gut, a statement of solidarity from one queen to another.

In a surprising turn of events, Ayesha herself has made it into headlines yet again as she spends time away from Steph’s hectic schedule. So maybe it was genuine support towards Michelle, or maybe an inclination towards her own struggles with the public? Or maybe a bit of both.

In the world of high-profile women, the need to defend your decisions continually is nothing new. Women, especially those in the public eye or male-dominated spaces, often find themselves in positions where every decision is criticised. Whether it’s Michelle speaking up about her personal life or Ayesha balancing her entrepreneurial ventures and family life, both are constantly having to justify their choices in a world that loves to make assumptions about their every move.

Public Scrutiny: Michelle Obama and Ayesha Curry’s Shared Struggle

Both Michelle and Ayesha have lived lives where others magnify, dissect, and often misinterpret their every decision. So when Michelle spoke out about the assumptions people made when she said “no” to something, Ayesha probably felt that all too well. After all, Ayesha, a successful entrepreneur and mother of three, is no stranger to being in the public eye, where her every move is scrutinized. Just like Michelle, Ayesha knows what it’s like for people to make assumptions without the full picture.

The millionaire entrepreneur has been at the wrong end of way too many incidents. Think the “Red Table Talk” incident. Or when, in a recent interview with PEOPLE, she shared her relationship was the priority and everything else, including parenting, came second. Within seconds, the mother of four faced backlash. Reason? Many found it distasteful that the couple would choose to keep the marriage spark alive rather than focusing on nurturing their kids. Funny thing is, the rest of Curry’s comment was this: “And that works for us because then you have two happy people raising the kids in the house. So the family sector in our lives always comes first.”

Yeah, I’ll leave the pondering to you.

So, it’s not really hard to see why Michelle’s words hit just right for a lot of women. The pressure to be everything for everyone, while still trying to hold on to personal boundaries, is a constant struggle. Women in male-dominated fields (or even just public spaces) are all too familiar with this. For years, the world has demanded they be perfect, strong, and selfless, without giving them the same room to be human, to set boundaries, to just be. And when they do, the public isn’t always as kind or understanding as it should be.

That’s what makes Ayesha’s response so meaningful. It wasn’t just an offhand comment, it was a quiet yet powerful declaration. Michelle Obama and Ayesha Curry may have different paths, but they share a bond that goes beyond their shared experiences with public life. Both women know the pressure, the assumptions, and the constant scrutiny they face. And yet, they continue to break barriers and stay true to who they are.

With these two powerhouses supporting each other, we can’t wait to see what’s next.