LIVE on Basic Blaque After Dark, Blaque Diamond sat down with Eric O. Blake, author of First Steps to Healing: My Thoughts, for a candid, heart-forward conversation about what healing really looks like. From navigating grief and forgiveness to building daily practices that stick, Eric opens up about the experiences that shaped his book and the lessons he hopes will help others take their first step. About the guest and the book Eric O. Blake’s First Steps to Healing: My Thoughts is a deeply personal guide for anyone ready to begin or recommit to their healing journey. Rooted in reflection, honesty, and hope, the book offers practical entry points and compassionate wisdom for moving forward—even when it feels hard. Episode highlights Why the “first step” matters more than the perfect plan Naming your pain: how honesty accelerates healing Simple daily practices that help you stay grounded Men, mental health, and breaking silence in our communities Balancing faith, therapy, and community support What healing is not: avoiding comparison, timelines, and toxic positivity Why this conversation matters If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, this episode is your invitation to start with what you have. Eric’s approach is gentle, practical, and real—reminding us that healing isn’t linear, but it is possible. Tune in live Don’t miss Blaque Diamond Live on Da Crew Podcast every 1st and 3rd Friday at 8 PM EST. Set your reminders, bring a friend, and join the conversation in real time. Missed the show? If you missed Basic Blaque After Dark live on Friday at 8 PM EST, catch the replay and share your first step to healing in the comments. Your story could be the spark for someone else. Get involved Grab Eric O. Blake’s First Steps to Healing: My Thoughts Subscribe to Da Crew Podcast and follow Blaque Diamond for updates Share the episode with someone who needs encouragement today Hashtags: #BasicBlaqueAfterDark #EricOBlake #FirstStepsToHealing #AuthorInterview #HealingJourney Tune in Blaque Diamond Live every 1st and 3rd Friday, 8 PM EST on Da Crew Podcast. See you there.

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