In this season finale, Abby goes solo, speaking on what she’s learned in therapy, recent attacks on the AAPI community, and what it means to stay hopeful in a crazy world. Plus, in her most vulnerable episode yet, listen to her open up about the first hate crime she experienced and how the pandemic has shifted her perspective. Closing out the first full season, Abby goes deep on growth and optimism and speaks good vibes for season 2 and beyond.

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In this episode of Open The Light, Abby is joined again by Afro Latina, first-generation American, and licensed, mental health clinician, Akyla Joseph. With racial injustice and acts of violence against people of color at an unprecedented high, Abby and Akyla center on cultural pride -- why it’s important, how to instill it in children, and what it can do to one’s confidence. Plus, Abby talks about her relationship with her late, Filipino grandmother and Akyla dives deep into her Panamanian roots. Now is the time to celebrate who we are and being proud of what makes us, us. 

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In this episode of Open The Light, Abby is joined by college friend, Meko Thompson, a proud African-American gay man and educator with a background in political science. Together, Abby and Meko dive deep into the state of racial politics today and the effects it has on society. Meko and Abby also talk about current voter suppression laws, Black media entertainment, how people can stay informed, and what should be done in the classroom to combat racism. From COVID-19, George Floyd, microaggressions, to white privilege, no subject is off limits. 

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