In this episode, EbonyJanice shares her personal journey of embracing softness and redefining work-life balance as an entrepreneur. She challenges the traditional hustle culture, emphasizing the importance of rest, self-care, and inspired work. Through her experiences, EbonyJanice illustrates the power of setting personal boundaries and following a spiritually aligned path. The discussion also highlights the importance of healing and becoming one's true self to positively impact communities and inspire future generations. EbonyJanice stays slaying the sermons! Make sure you go back to listen to part 1!

00:00 Starting the Journey of Softness

01:32 Early Entrepreneurial Experiences

03:31 The Turning Point: Embracing Entrepreneurship

04:31 Manifesting Success: The Erykah Badu Story

06:39 The Power of Rest and Inspired Work

09:02 Balancing Work and Personal Life

12:10 Making a Positive Impact in the Community

18:08 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More

EbonyJanice’s Books:

All the Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit of Dreams as Radical Resistance

Sacred Text for Black Folks Soul: A Book You Should Leave on Your Altar

Where to Find EbonyJanice

ebonyjanice.com

@ebonyjanice on Instagram and Threads

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In this episode, we speak with EbonyJanice about her book 'All the Black Girls Are Activists,' the concept of womanism, and the importance of love. EbonyJanice shares her views on the significance of names, freedom, and love, as well as the challenges of (not) balancing softness with activism in the Black community. The conversation delves into the influence of 'The Color Purple' and the need to “sit down.” You’re going to want to tune in for these sermons! Be sure to tune in next week for part 2!

EbonyJanice’s Books:

All the Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit of Dreams as Radical Resistance

Sacred Text for Black Folks Soul: A Book You Should Leave on Your Altar

Books Mentioned in This Episode:

The Color Purple by Alice Walker

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

Sula by Toni Morrison

Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor

Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

Black Boy by Richard Wright

Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin

I Wish I Had a Red Dress Pearl Cleage

Where to Find EbonyJanice

ebonyjanice.com

@ebonyjanice on Instagram and Threads

Thank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.

In this episode, we interview author Deesha Dyer about her new book 'Undiplomatic' which explores themes of imposter syndrome and authenticity. Deesha shares her personal journey from growing up uncertain of her voice as a young Black girl to working in the White House and beyond. The conversation delves into the pressures of conforming to societal norms, the importance of representation, and the impact of identity on self-perception. Deesha also speaks candidly about her health challenges and the importance of staying grounded.

00:00 Introduction to Liberation is Lit

00:43 Meet Deesha Dyer: From Philadelphia to the White House

02:21 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

04:39 The Role of Representation and Identity

09:38 Staying Grounded Amidst Success

16:32 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans

19:18 Getting Involved Locally and Making an Impact

23:06 Conclusion and Where to Find Us

Deesha’s Book:

Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble

Books Mentioned in This Episode:

You Are Your Best Thing: Vulnerability, Shame Resilience, and the Black Experience edited by Tarana Burke and Brené Brown

Where to Find Deesha

deeshadyer.com

@deedyer267 on Instagram and @deeshadyer on X

Thank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.