In the spirit of taking a breather this Election Day, join us for an inspiring and laughter-filled conversation with Shenequa Golding, journalist and author of A Black Girl in the Middle. Shenequa shares her journey of embracing calmness, navigating life’s demands, and finding personal fulfillment. Together, we explore the importance of daily self-care, self-forgiveness, and making space for passions even in the busiest times. And to wrap things up, we couldn’t resist a little mindless kiki, sharing laughs over a few cards from Hella Awkward. This episode is the perfect escape from the day’s stresses and a reminder to extend yourself some grace.

Episode Highlights:

1. Introduction to Shenequa Golding – Background on her career in journalism, her book A Black Girl in the Middle, and her approach to calmness and self-care.

2. Starting with Calmness – Shenequa’s reflections on the value of calmness in her life and tips for maintaining peace amidst daily demands.

3. Self-Forgiveness and Daily Grace – A heartfelt discussion on practicing self-forgiveness and extending grace to oneself every day.

4. Balancing Passion and Self-Care – Shenequa’s insights on staying true to her passions while caring for her well-being.

5. A Little Mindless Fun with Hella Awkward – The episode wraps up with a light-hearted kiki as we pull a few cards from Hella Awkward for laughs and candid answers.

Links to Shenequa’s Work:

• Book: A Black Girl in the Middle: https://www.shenequagolding.com/book/

• Instagram: @goldinggirl617