RONDALE ALEXANDER
How joining the military turned a small-time drug dealer and hustler into a responsible husband and father.
LORNA BLAKE
Uncovering family secrets and conquering shame on a journey of self-discovery.
RONITA BOULLT
A nervous breakdown at nineteen leads to a new purpose in life teaching about disability awareness.
ALISHA DAVIS
Going deaf as a young adult taught the author to listen better and learn you can’t respond to negativity if you can’t hear it.
SHAVON DOTSON
You have to learn to take care of yourself before you can fully help others take care of themselves.
SHERRIE JOHNSON
A nomadic, insecure childhood provided the inspiration to become an advocate for kids at risk.
NICOLE S. MASON
A walk on the wild side leads to a life-changing tragedy and personal redemption.
STEPHANIE MCNEAL
Controlling her anger issues enabled the author to go from heartbreak to happiness.
EDWARD E. MOSLEY JR.
After the loss of two loved ones to cancer, Edward found solace in alcohol. After hitting bottom he learned to channel his pain into helping others.
TAMEISHIA PIGFORD
Making peace with the past for a better future.
Special Appearances
ARI SQUIRES
A filmmaker with a strong desire to spark inspiration and vision in others to release their chains and set themselves mentally, emotionally and financially free.
DARRIN DEWITT HENSON
Actor, producer, choreographer, author, speaker and prolific messenger of the power of thought, having appeared in BET's The Family Business, Stomp The Yard, Soul Food, and many more
ISAIAH WASHINGTON
Author of A Man From Another Land. Has appeared in Spike Lee film's Crooklyn, Clockers, Girl 6 and Get on the Bus. He is an actor and producer, known for The 100 (2018), Grey's Anatomy (2005), Exit Wounds (2001) and Hollywood Homicide (2003)
TIMON KYLE DURRETT
Many know Timon from his role on Queen Sugar as Davis West. The Chicago-born author, actor, and artist is a passionate thinker and consummate dreamer.
WILL PORTER
An artist who writes, paints, draws and conquers.
HERU YAHLI
Yahli being guided by Hrw/Heru through the Hall of Judgment. He has demonstrated Order, Balance, Harmony, Truth, Justice, Reciprocity and Righteousness, as his Heart is Balanced with the Feather, on the scale of Maat.
CHARLIE PLEASANT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS who specializes in supporting women in creating healthy and balanced emotional landscapes that are in alignment with their truth and lived experiences.