In the premiere episode of 'To Be Held,' host and producer, Aqiyla introduces herself and the profound journey that led to the creation of this storytelling project. Recorded in her makeshift home studio in Durham, North Carolina, she opens up about her experiences with intense grief, the loss of multiple loved ones, and the impact on her sense of self. She shares her struggles with vulnerability, her journey through depression and social anxiety, and the significance of finding one's authentic voice. Through personal storytelling and community engagement, Aqiyla explores the concept of being 'held'—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. She invites listeners to reflect on their own relationships with their voices and the people and experiences that have shaped them.
Email us at [email protected] to share your story about the topic of being held in your voice and me may feature you on a future episode.
-What has been your relationship with being held in your voice?
-What has been your process of discovering your authentic voice?
-Do you have any significant memories of anyone or anything who's challenged you in your voice or empowered you in your voice?