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Our Nig by Harriet Wilson – Ch 3, Video 3

I have a Youtube playlist where I read aloud from 19th Century American literary texts, and I thought I’d share those here. In addition to reading the texts, I add my own commentary and analysis. I hope you enjoy them.

Reimagining Education

I spend a lot of time reimagining education. I love education and have been blessed with an amazing one, but as a system, education can be better. By better, I don’t mean test scores and numbers (although those have their place). By better, I mean education can better serve its learners, educators, and communities. IContinue reading “Reimagining Education”

Writing Coaching with Robert

Check out the next episode of Real & Raw with Roshaunda where I do a bit of writing coaching. My friend and fellow life coach, Robert Hughes, wanted some help in the prewriting stage of the writing process, and what resulted was an impromptu coaching session. Take a look to see what writing coaching can look like,Continue reading “Writing Coaching with Robert”

Our Nig by Harriet Wilson – Ch 2, Video 2

Jesus and Journaling

Check out the next episode of Real & Raw with Roshaunda where I discuss how Jesus and journaling have helped me discover my next steps in life. NOTE – During this episode, I mention that one of my goals is to revolutionize education. It’s weird for me to say that, because I recognize how preposterous that soundsContinue reading “Jesus and Journaling”

Journaling for Transformation Course Opens Thursday 9/10/20

I’m launching a new course: Journaling for Transformation – 31 Days to Discover Your Next Step! I know 31 days sounds like a long time to discover your next step in life. You could very well discover your next step tomorrow. Discovery, however, is a journey, and this course will teach you the skills toContinue reading “Journaling for Transformation Course Opens Thursday 9/10/20”

Our Nig by Harriet Wilson – Ch 1, Video 1

Journaling for Transformation Course Coming in 1 Week!

How Do You Center Yourself to Create?

Check out the next episode of Real & Raw with Roshaunda where I talk about how I center myself to create. Please comment below to share your tools and tips.

New Habit Accountability and City Hall

Our first house wasn’t in the nicest neighborhood. We had frequent gang activity, with the main gang hangout just a few doors up the street. Most residents rented their homes, and most homes (including ours) suffered from delayed maintenance. We loved our neighborhood, though, and did what we could to help it thrive. One dayContinue reading “New Habit Accountability and City Hall”