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Let's get ready to rumble y'all! Tonight I have the pleasure of introducing four members from the cast Sacred Hart the Movie. Premiering this Saturday and Sunday on November 5-6th Black Tie Red Carpet Hollywood Style Event in Pensacola, Fl. It's going to be a juicy conversation y'all and I am so proud of each of these Floridians, listen as they share their journey to success. Sacred Hart is a original Drama Series that pushes the line between Family and Deception. As the most Powerful African American Family in Pensacola battles To keep their legacy and Hospital. Go to manageroftheyear.net for more details or Eventbrite Sacred Hart.

Guess who's got next? After a 20-year career as a law librarian, Joelle The Viberarian left corporate America to pursue a new vision. After spending time in Mexico, she returned to the US to start her new life as The Viberarian. As curator of The Viberary, her goal is to elevate the collective consciousness. Joelle hosts two podcasts, The Psychic Inside Show and Conversational Elevation with The Viberarian. She also has a YouTube channel, The Viberary. In this interview we discussed: -Psychic gifts and abilities -What services do you provide as a professional tarot and oracle reader? -What advice can you share for curious learners about psychic readings and other divination tools? -What are common spiritual experiences/encounters? -Conversation on Grief -The Atlanta Conscious Community -And More!!

Miami interviews Dr. Fred Moss in a discussion on how using your true voice is your greatest advocate for being a human being. True Voice Podcasting Dr. Fred Moss, MD is the foremost expert on delivering your True Voice into the world so that it can heal. “Your voice matters. Your voice can heal.” Dr. Fred has been actively practicing in the mental health field internationally for over 32 years, and as a psychiatrist, has been an unwavering stand for the transformation of the prevailing, disempowering conversation that encompasses the industry globally. He is a firm believer that conversation, communication, creativity, and human connection are ultimately at the source of all healing of all conditions in all fields.

Leon's a 32 year Naval Veteran healing through childhood wounds, a military traumatic event, narcissistic personality behaviors. In this episode Leon shares how talk therapy revived his suppressed inherited traumas, allowing him to access his innate ability to forgive and heal. He's a Father, Master Teacher on Healing Narcissism, Relationship Coach, Multi-Author, Public Speaker, Mentor and Founder/ CEO of Inspire-Each One Reach One bringing awareness to the mental wellness community. *Trigger Warning* Sensitive topics throughout this episode with ways to heal. If you or someone you know is in crisis please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24/7 call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text HOME to 741741 you can also go to their website at suicidepreventionlifeline.org See full bio at: leonrobertwalkerjr.com

Mrs. Shirley Stembridge is a woman of great honor and strength. She's a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and Community Leader. Shirley is the Co-Founder of Connecting the L.I.N.K.S. for Change, Inc., and for over 25 + years she has inspired many in the South Fulton area with her constant acts of service. Through feeding the homeless, organizing and planning annual events such as toy distribution drives, trunk-or-treating, community walks, and stop the violence awareness events honoring her grandson DeVonta Stembridge-Ford. Her ability to empathize with others' struggles was developed by her heart-centered expertise as a Master Hair Stylist for over 40 years. Shirley has been connecting and mentoring others for as long as she can remember. During her spare time, she enjoys cooking, hosting, and entertaining the people she loves and serves in her community. Let's welcome her...

Reid Peterson FOUNDER/CREATOR griefrefuge.com Grief Refuge content is created by Reid Peterson, MA. Reid achieved a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology (Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 2007) and is certified in Death & Grief Studies by the Center for Loss & Life Transition. After losing his biological father to suicide in 2006 and his stepfather to cancer in 2016, Reid felt a calling to help the grieving find peace and purpose after loss. Today's episode features: *Reid's unique journey and what inspired him beyond grief *Common myths about male grief *Connecting with nature during difficult times *The benefits of Grief Refuge App *Lessons learned during his grief journey *Best practices for understanding the grieving process *5 types of guilt during grief If you're needing support during your grief experience, I invite you to tune in to ITMKS-Grief Talk. To learn ways of understanding the healing process. *Sensitive topics on grief #healing #stagesofgrief #supportgroups #griefsupport OTHER VIDEOS IN THIS SERIES: 1.)EP: 4.15.19 Grief Talk-" Why Writing is Therapeutic" w/ Lakia "LB" Brandenberg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Uomi... 2.) BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES| with Author Elizabeth Hope Brown on ITMKS-Grief Talk EP:9 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Qa7T... 3.) EP: 8.17.20-Grief Talk w/Brian Smith-Grief 2 Growth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joJlh... MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: 1.) To book a guest appearance on It's The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://calendly.com/miamiknightllc/6... 2.) Find Miami on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknight​...

Grief Nation Listeners, looks who's coming to the mic... I'm so incredibly honored to welcome our very special holiday guest to discuss "Love, Loss and Learning to Live Again. Nonfiction Authors Association Book Awards—Gold Winner. Faith Wilcox will be joining us to talk about A MOTHER'S MEMOIR OF LOVE, LOSS, AND LEARNING TO LIVE AGAIN after losing her fourteen-year-old daughter Elizabeth to a rare bone cancer. In her book, Hope Is A Bright Star, Faith sheds light on the harsh reality that relationships in families can break apart after a child's death. Faith also shares the process of grieving, healing, and even reawakening to the joy and beauty of life and how writing changed her and community of grievers. If you're needing support around your grief this holiday season, I invite you to tune in to ITMKS-Grief Talk. To learn ways of understanding the healing process. *Sensitive topics on grief

Sarah Burdine is a mother, speaker and gun violence prevention advocate. After losing her husband James to Cardiomegaly (a sudden cardiac death) and her son Ciar to gun violence by homicide. She struggled to find life's meaning. Overtime, Sarah found ways to bounce back from life's setbacks due to both life-altering experiences her family had to endure. While awaiting Ciar's case to be solved, she became a volunteer with Moms Demand Action, and as a national Fellow with the Everytown Survivor Network. Sarah believes that it's incredibly important for people to know homicide hits every community, race, and gender. Sarah has committed her life's work to being the voice of Ciar, in hope that one day to bring closure to her son's murder. Sarah specializes in peer support ─working towards building stronger and safer communities. Let's welcome her...

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month Mollie Peterson is a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. She has worked in the Criminal Justice and Social work field for over 40 years. In 2019 shared her Domestic violence story and in 2020 became an active volunteer and advocate with Mom's Demand Action and Everytown Survivor network. I'm sharing my story to encourage others that all voices matter and to add a face with Michigan political leaders and demand action on laws pertaining to Domestic Violence including Red Flag laws. I want every survivor to know they are not alone and help is available, sometimes you have to find your tribe for supports. Please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. or chat at thehotline.org

Elizabeth Hope Brown is a Director at the Housing Authority, in a previous role she was a Social Worker at The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University Department of Psychiatry & Health Behavior. Elizabeth has worked in diverse social service communities. As a case manager / treatment navigator, she has served as an advocate, to help individuals through medical and social services environments, removing related barriers of care, while providing practical and emotional support. Elizabeth is the founder of Lyzee’s Hope, a non-profit platform dedicated to inspiring women and building healthy families and co-founder of Est.Fourteen Forty-one Publishing Company. Brown is also an entrepreneur, self-published Author of “And On The 7th Day, She Rests…” and sequel “…She Rests, Theophelia… Elizabeth is an Empowerment Speaker with over 20 years of community development experience,,,,, serving in faith-based organizations, social services, communities, and Schools. She is also the host of “She Rests…” Book Club Broadcast inviting guest from all walks of life to share their stories to provide information on special topics.

Mia Livas Porter is a wife for over 16 years and the mother of two boys. Mia went to her first Moms Demand Action meeting after Parkland as a concerned parent. She then stepped into a leadership role at a local group meeting, discovering she was a survivor of gun violence. Mia's brother Junior died by gun suicide in 1992 after battling schizophrenia for 5 years. She has been sharing her story nationwide, on various media platforms to include at the US Capitol, with Federal, State, and local lawmakers as an Evertytown Survivor Fellow. Mia is the California Survivor Events lead, she works to create events supporting survivors- creating a safe community. Mia recently announced that she was throwing her hat in the political arena running in 2022 for California Assembly her motto is creating “A California That Works for All.” She believes in: Gun Violence Prevention Stronger Public Schools Single-Payer Healthcare Housing Security For All A California Green New Deal Reimaging Public Safety You can support Mia’s campaign go to: http://www.miaforassembly.com/​ To learn more about Mia’s Journey after Suicide Loss go to: https://momentsthatsurvive.org/tribut...

Jennifer Lawlor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over the last 17 years. She’s a mother, wife, sister, aunt, and a dear friend to many. As of December 2018, she became a Survivor of Domestic Gun Violence. She an active Volunteer and advocate with Moms Demand Action and the Bens Bells Project of Connecticut. Jennifer started a foundation to honor her daughter, Emily Todd, whose life was ended by an act of gun violence at 25 years old. She was a humble, kind bright light who had recently completed coursework to become a Shamanic Wisdom Practitioner. Emily loved unconditionally and had a deep connection to and respect for the earth. Jennifer founded, Peace Love & EM with hope continuing to shine light for others by serving as a source of intentional kindness and compassion in community, for individuals and families who are survivors of intentional violence. To learn more about Emily Todd’s story go to Everytown: Moments to Survive https://momentsthatsurvive.org/tribute/jennifer-lawlor/ OTHER VIDEOS IN THIS SERIES: 1.) EP: 6 ITMKS-Grief Talk w/ Tamiko Lowry Pugh| LIVING THE EMPOWERED LIFE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VsFaa0P8qo&t=1306s 2.) EP: 10.22.20-Domestic Violence Awareness w/Leslie Washington https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zx3j... 3.) Season 3 Episode 4: ITMKS Grief Talk w/Angel Smith| MYRON SHOULD BE HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VF7HA... MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: 1.) To book a guest appearance on It’s The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://calendly.com/miamiknightllc/60min?month=2021-03 2.) Find Miami on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknight... #itsthemiamiknightshow #grieftalk #griefpodcast

Tamiko Lowry Pugh often referred to as "The Empowering Diva," is a voice for Women's Empowerment. She is the CEO of Living The Empowered Life, LLC - a personal & professional development lifestyle enhancement firm where she teaches women how to create transformational businesses that make money & make a difference. Tamiko is also the host of Living The Empowered Life Podcast and the founder of The Still Standing Alliance – a nonprofit organization that focuses on domestic violence advocacy, awareness, and prevention. As a survivor of Domestic Violence, Tamiko is very transparent about her healing journey. This has allowed her to construct a powerful movement dedicated to the empowerment and personal development of women across the world. She is a compassionate mentor and friend, an enthusiastic leader, and visionary. Follow Tamiko at: https://tamikolowry.com

2020 Year in Review w/ Miami Knight, on It’s The Miami Knight Show-Grief Talk. Over 35 featured guest partnered with Miami Knight LLC, to work together by sharing their stories to end gun violence and/or support grievers along their journeys from grief to resiliency. In this audio bio reel Miami features Pregnancy Loss Survivors, Gun Violence Prevention Advocates, Gun Homicide Survivors, Death by Violent Crime Survivors, Entrepreneur, Authors, Grief Educators, and Professional Life Coaches. Miami's Features: https://miamiknightllc.com/meet-miami https://miamiknightllc.com/events Once again Featured Guest- THANK YOU for your support of ITMKS-Grief Talk in 2020 and HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021.

On the evening of August 31, 2019 the Smith family lives forever changed. Myron Smith was shot and killed in a barbershop in Savannah, GA. Wife Angel Smith, proud Mother shared 2 children Dallas and Bella with her late husband ─ now identify as survivors of Gun Violence. Angel states my life is constantly evolving as I attempt to navigate this” new norm” that is extremely abnormal! She’s a Full time Nursing Student to become a Trauma Nurse furthering her advocacy as a voice in the Medical community for the disproportionate and under represented victims of Gun Violence. She’s the youngest sibling of eight; their upbringing is rooted in Christian Principles. Angel states my spirit though broken is hanging on to hope for brighter days. She’s a New Member for Everytown for Gun Safety survivor network and Moms Demand Action. Angel has been featured on Fox 28 Savannah local news station in honor of Myron’s 49th birthday memorial tribute to share his story teaching their community about the consequences of violence. Angel’s Feature: https://fox28media.com/news/local/wid...

In this 1 hour episode of The Family Interview-Remembering Keondrick Abrams- Miami Knight sits down with family members, Mother Chandra Robinson, Grandmother Letibria McCrea, and Aunt Letiberia Locke sharing their battle of becoming three time gun violence survivors and how the impact of losing Keondrick aka "Daddy", Jessie and Ty-Key aka "Dunk" is still a up and down battle with grief. Often times I share Ty-Key's story stating "In 2011 my son was critically injured in an incident that claimed the life of his best friend." Today Thursday, December 17th marks 9 years of the senseless murder of Keondrick Marquel Abrams. Today's tribute goes to everyone who loves him. MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: 1.) To book a guest appearance on It’s The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://miamiknightllc.com/grief-serv... 2.) Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknight... #ItstheMiamiKnightShow #GriefTalk #GunViolenceAwareness

IKMKS-Grief Talk w/ Miami Knight Episode 2 | Fears and Insecurities: Today’s topic is on Fear. We will dive into several common emotions surrounding fear such as anxiety and insecurities. Stay tuned as we dive into the multiply way these emotions may show up in the body, as well as personal life experiences and early childhood traumas. OTHER VIDEOS IN THIS EVERYTOWN SURVIVOR FELLOW SERIES: 1). EP: 12:3.20-Anger to Advocacy w/Georgia Moms GVP Advocates-Grief Support Group https://studio.youtube.com/video/Copf... 2). EP: 10.22.20- Leslie Washington w/Domestic Violence Awareness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zx3j... 3). EP: 10.09.20-Grief Talk w/Dr. Lorenzo T. Neal-The Daily Impact of Gun Violence https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cY9gE... MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: 1.) To book a guest appearance on It’s The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://miamiknightllc.com/grief-serv... 2.) Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknight... #ItstheMiamiKnightShow #GriefTalk #Fear

ITMKS-Grief Talk (Grief Support Group) Model 5-Anger Internship Assignment Grief Counseling Program-Wellington Institute Miami sits down with some of the most powerful and influential Georgia Survivor Moms in the GVP Movement to discuss: How change-makers address feelings of hidden anger after traumatic loss. OTHER VIDEOS IN THIS EVERYTOWN SURVIVOR FELLOW SERIES: 1). EP: 10.22.20- Leslie Washington w/Domestic Violence Awareness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Zx3jVmkj54&t=261s 2). EP: 10.09.20-Grief Talk w/Dr. Lorenzo T. Neal-The Daily Impact of Gun Violence https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cY9gE... 3.) EP: 9.29.20-Grief Talk w/Ashley Cohen-Removing the Stigma on Suicide https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8yW1... MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: 1.) To book a guest appearance on It’s The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://miamiknightllc.com/grief-serv... 2.) Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknight... #itsthemiamiknightshow #grieftalk #anger

Leslie Washington is a 3 time gun violence survivor. In 1984 Leslie lost her 19 year old cousin Reginald to gun suicide. In 2015 she lost an additional cousin Keith to city gun violence─ his homicide case is still unsolved. Leslie is a survivor of domestic violence after her ex-husband would threaten her with a gun; to include the agony of emotional and physical abuse for over nine years. She states “This is why I joined the Missouri chapter of Moms Demand Action — to fight gun violence of all types. Gun violence tears apart families everywhere. Gun violence is not just in Baltimore or New York or St. Louis. It is in rural parts of the country as well. Gun violence and domestic violence go together.” You too are a survivor if you’ve been threatened or wounded by a gun. Her survivor status is being a Gun Violence Prevention Advocate & Survivor Membership Lead for local chapter South East Missouri-Moms Demand Action. She’s a 2020 Survivor Fellow with the Everytown Survivor Network. Leslie also volunteers with safe houses for women. Helping women along their journey to see there’s light at the end of the tunnel. Let’s welcome her…

Today on It’s The Miami Knight Show-Grief Talk, help me welcome Dr. Lorenzo T. Neal. It was a pleasure to have you on the show! Dr. Lorenzo T. Neal is a native of Monroe, Louisiana and current pastor of the New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Jackson, MS. In preaching ministry for nearly 30 years, Dr. Neal has overcome many challenges including the tragic death of his mother in 1980 to gun violence. He accepted his call to preach at the age of 12. He was licensed to preach at the age of 16. He was ordained to the ministry at the age of 20 and served as Youth Pastor and Pastor of Worship. Since 2001, He was ordained, and served as pastor in several churches. Dr. Neal has a B.S in Music Education with a minor in English/Journalism. He also holds a M. Div, MALiberal Studies, Music Composition/Theory and Rhetoric and, M.Ed in Leadership and Supervision. He is the humble host of Zera Today Radio Show, Be Your Differentiated Self Podcast on Spotify, author of several published articles and two books. Dr. Neal serves as the Dean of Ministerial Training and Social Action Chair for the South Mississippi Conference of the 8th Episcopal District. He is involved in a number of community and professional organizations including: The American Psychologist Association (APA), Clergy for Prison Reform (CPR), Douglass Leadership Institute, Frederick Douglass Foundation of MS, Intentional Insights/Pro-Truth Pledge (Board of Advisors Member), Founding Signer of the Prayers and Action Petition, and A Senior Fellow with the Everytown Survivor Network.

Ashley is an Everytown for Gun Safety Survivor Fellow, Class of 2019. She is also a volunteer leader with Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action. Professionally, Ashley works in higher education, having represented 5 colleges and universities in her career. Currently she works at Coastal Carolina University in Myrtle Beach, SC. Personally, Ashley is married to her best friend, Rob, and they live a childfree life with their two furry kids in Myrtle Beach. Ashley loves sweet tea, musical theatre, roller skating and anything with drag queens. She tirelessly advocates for mental health support of gun violence survivors and looks to pursue her doctorate in this very topic very soon! Let’s welcome her. If you or someone you know is in a time of emotional crisis or needs to talk to someone, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line for free from anywhere in the US.

Brian Smith is a certified life coach, a grief guide, and a small business consultant. Brian's mission is to help others by sharing lessons he has learned from decades of experience and study. Brian became well acquainted with grief in 2015 after the sudden passing of his fifteen-year-old daughter Shayna. After Shayna's passing, Brian felt his life was over. He had to learn to survive for the sake of his wife, Tywana, and their daughter, Kayla. Brian has studied the nature of life and death and how to progress through grief. In his grief work, Brian provides a safe space where you can safely share what you are experiencing. Brian share techniques that he discovered and developed after his devastating loss. Perhaps most importantly, he can help you understand that death is not goodbye and that your relationship with your loved one can continue. His understanding is not a religious-based belief, but a position arrived at based on reason and evidence. Brian is on the board of the SoulPhone Foundation and Helping Parents Heal. Brian is the author of "Grief 2 Growth: Planted. Not Buried." He is the host of the Grief 2 Growth podcast. Let's welcome him.

Tisa’s son, Tyrell Miles was shot and killed at the age of 23 in Summerville, SC on November 30, 2015 along with his 21-year-old friend due to a senseless act of violence by a known acquaintance. Tisa is the Deputy Chapter Lead, SC Moms Demand Action, Member of Everytown Survivor Network, Advisory member of Taking Back Our Village, Tri-County Gun Violence Coordinating Council, and Co-Founder of We Are Their Voices non-profit. Let’s welcome her.

Alicia Campbell is a wife, married for 29 years to husband Anthony and the mother of two amazing sons Rashad and Ahmad and a bonus mother to daughter Deana Hawkins. She’s a full time employee for Vance County as senior finance technician. She’s a duo lead singer in two choirs at St James Missionary Baptist Church in North Carolina. On October 2, 2016 her 21 year old son Ahmad Campbell, and Alisia Dieudonne who both attended Southern A&T University, were slain by an unknown gunman after an altercation broke out during an off-campus party. They were innocent bystanders who got caught in the line of gunfire that fatal night. Both mothers have built and bond and have started foundations in the honor of their children. Alicia started the Ahmad Campbell Foundation Inc in 2018 to assist students to further their education in honor of Ahmad. Alicia is a member of the Moms Demand Action Wake Forest Chapter and a 2020 Fellow for the Everytown Survivor Network. Let’s welcome her.

Today, June 28, 2020 marks two years since five Capital Gazette employees were killed in a mass shooting at their Annapolis office. Help It's the Miami Knight Show- Grief Talk honor their lives by creating awareness of irresponsible gun ownership and how we can make a difference through story sharing and advocacy. Andrea Chamblee's husband of 33 years, John McNamara, was killed in the mass shooting at the Annapolis Capitol on June 28th 2018. She finished John's fourth book-his life's work a 300 page love letter, called a Capital of Basketball, on 100 years of DC High School hoops. Andrea’s day job is a government lawyer with the food and drug administration. Andrea’s a survivor fellow with Everytown Survivor Network for gun safety and a volunteer with Mom's Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. In her advocacy she has pushed Maryland lawmakers to close the gap by requiring background checks for all rifles and shotguns. John McNamara loved covering sports. He was a master of statistics and rankings. In Capital of Basketball, John discusses the trends and evolution of the game, John built beautiful relationships with coaches, teaches and the players. McNamara also uncovers the turmoil in the lives of the players and area residents as they dealt with prejudice, educational inequities, politics, and the ways the area has changed through the years. Today, June 28, 2020 marks two years since five Capital Gazette employees were killed when a gunman opened fire at the Annapolis office. A memorial to honor John and four pillars named The Guardians of Free Speech is set to be unveiled in Newman Park in June 2021. Since John’s death Andrea has become a Gun Violence Prevention Advocate sharing her story with an array of audiences. She’s been featured on CBS Evening News, Montgomery Talks Podcast, Gaithersburg Book Festival, WUSA9, Ignite Annapolis, Great Day Washington, WTOP News, STJohnsNorwood Forum, USA Today sports, Washington Post, CNN Live and now It’s the Miami Knight Show Grief Talk. Let’s welcome her. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wNQoLt5mTI

Carrita Flie is a young woman who exudes strength and grace. She can also be described as a true victor and an example to many women. Carrita is an angel mom times two. After experiencing two losses, she was led by God to begin sharing her story publicly. Her motivation for sharing this journey was to remind other women that they were not alone. She also wanted to make it known that child loss did not only happen to certain groups of women. Anyone could find themselves in this seat. Carrita’s experience with child loss, high-risk pregnancy and dealing with the medical complexities of a micro preemie have led to the work that she is doing today. Carrita is a published author, NICU advocate, inspirational speaker and overall supporter of women. Let's welcome her. Don’t Struggle in Silence. I Am A V.I.C.T.O.R- an authorship compilation of -Sharing your story after pregnancy loss opens the door to healing.

Sheldon Fertig was a hardworking, loving husband and father, and an active participant in his community - until his life was cut short at the age of 47, by a hold-up in his family’s store. With his wife Ruth critically injured during the robbery, their seventeen-year-old son Howie Fertig was responsible for telling his two little sisters that their father had just been killed. He took a leave of absence from his freshman year at college to work at the store full-time, and his first job was to mop up the blood from where his father’s life had been taken. After graduating college, he became a freelance illustrator and art teacher, working with emotionally handicapped boys whose parents had lost custody due to abuse and neglect. Reading their case studies, Howie came to understand how given the environment these children grew up in, and the challenges they faced, gun violence was a very possible consequence. And with the terrible loss of their husband and father, the interrelationships between Howie and his family suffered greatly as well. It wasn’t until he attended his first Moms Demand Action meeting, and he heard his first gun-violence survivor story - 42 years after Sheldon was killed, that he realized his family’s dysfunction wasn’t because of who they were as people, but rather was an effect of how gun violence had impacted the Fertig family. That night Howie joined Moms Demand Action, and identified as a gun violence survivor. Since then Howie has attended regional and national moms demand action training sessions and has learned how to share his gun violence survivor story and spread awareness for sensible gun laws at numerous programs and events including presentations to local elected officials, at religious institutions, and at the meeting of various organizations. Howie has also honored his father memory on the Moms Demand Action Moments that Survive website. Currently Howie serves as the Gun Violence Survivor Lead for Passaic New Jersey’s Moms Demand Action chapter reaching out to other gun violence survivors so they are not alone in dealing with their loss, and making them aware of various services and opportunities available to them to take the memory of their loved one and use it to help ensure that others don’t have to go through the same terrible loss. Let’s welcome him.

Caressa Rezsonya grew up in and lived most of her life in Indianapolis, Indiana. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington. Where she majored in Spanish and International Studies with a minor in Speech Communication. In a previous marriage for over 18 years her and her ex-husband created 4 human beings, Anthony Tyler, Hailey Maxine, Delaney Letise and Walker Lee. Caressa’s has since divorced. But now she’s been sharing her life for over five years with her best friend gaining 2 bonus children, Thomas and Samantha, whom she love dearly! Caressa states “I never imagined my journey would take me to all of the places that I have been, physically and emotionally. I am at a very happy place right now.” Let’s welcome her.

Welcome back Grief Nation Listeners, to It’s the Miami Knight Show Grief Talk… It’s Friday June 12, and it’s a very special day… Help me welcome Compiler Ashley K. Pittman and her collaboration with Meet the Authors, with Caressa Rezsonya, Carrita Flie, Datarsha Davis, Dadriauanna Williams, Janell Jones, and Shir’Lee Elesse. So let’s dive in to this amazing 89 page story share of Don’t Struggle in Silence. I Am A V.I.C.T.O.R- an authorship compilation of -Sharing your story after pregnancy loss opens the door to healing. This Amazon E-book and Barnes & Noble dropped on May 20, 2020 and now It’s the Miami Knight show is a part of their Virtual Book tour campaign in support of my sisters along their grief journeys. Let’s welcome them. Don't forget to subscribe and like this audio!

Tonjula Mason-Shelby is a daughter, wife, aunt, and friend to many from the Jackson, MS area. Sadly on April 12, 2017 she was robbed of being a mother to her only child, 25 year old Kimondra Mason. Most of her life is centered on my family and the other portion is focused on being a nurse, for which, I have enjoyed for over 20 plus years. Since her son’s murder Tonjula has connected with several grass-root organizations focused on gun violence awareness/prevention. Tonjula states “this affords me an opportunity to keep Kimondra’s name present while speaking against irresponsible gun use.” Her affiliation to bring awareness to this public health crisis is her advocacy work through Moms Demand Action and Everytown for gun safety. She’s also a member of the Mississippi Everytown Survivor Network successfully completing the 2020 Fellowship Training Program. As an engagement representative this gives her a sense of pride to speak out against the senselessly of gun usage in America. Let’s welcome her.

Guess Who’s Got Next? Regina & John Jenkins Jr., when a survivor speaks...Talk Save Lives! Today I want to share a Grief Talk segment with special guest Regina & John Jenkins Jr. “After The Storm” When their 19 year old son Tre’ was tragically killed by a senseless act of gun violence, Regina & John faced the storm of a lifetime. Married for only 3 years at the time they found themselves at a crossroad, experiencing the most unthinkable and unique pain that accompanies the loss of a child. This storm would test their love, marriage, and faith. Now as Authors of “After The Storm” they share their story around the country to let others know there is hope. The journey wasn’t easy; their belief in God is what carried them through. They turned their pain into action giving back to their community by organizing the Tre’ Devon Lane Foundation; which charitable purpose is to support college bound students reach their financial goal planning. The duo also supports ordinary people within their community who’s doing extraordinary things. Regina & John has partnered with several organizations like Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action, Ben’s Way, Million Mom March, The Brady Campaign, Cornelius Boakai Foundation and Not In Our Neighborhood. They have also participated in the 2019 Presidential Iowa Caucuses and other national gun safety campaigns, continuing their efforts of making a difference across America. You can find After The Storm on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/After-Storm-Journey-through-Grief-ebook/dp/B07STPDPTZ/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=after+the+storm&qid=1590681578&sr=8-5 You can visit Regina & John Foundation Community Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TheTreDevonLaneFoundation OTHER VIDEOS IN THIS EVERYTOWN SURVIVOR FELLOW SERIES: EP: 5.17.20 Grief Talk w/Rachel Maurice Life After A Mass Shooting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9aeVULy3TM&t=68s EP: 5.15.20-Grief Talk w/Olga Williams Dominique's Life Mattered https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXgIj1HuXYM&t=287s EP: 5.5.20 Grief Talk-w/Cynthia Freeman "In the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4Vfeq4JfCs&t=730s MIAMI KNIGHT LLC: To book a guest appearance on It’s The Miami Knight Show Grief Talk: https://miamiknightllc.com/grief-services/ola/services/copy-of-grief-talk-guest-appearance Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamiknightllc/ Check out more of The It’s The Miami Knight Show-Grief Talk on Soundcloud, ITunes, or on our website: https://miamiknightllc.com/grief-talk-podcast-1

Rachel Maurice is a Mass Shooting Survivor and a Gun Violence Prevention Advocate for several non-profit organizations such as; Moms Demand Action, Everytown Survivor Network, the Rebels Project and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). She enjoys working in peer support networks helping other survivors of gun violence, most of all those affected by high school shootings. Let's welcome her.

Olga "Loto" Williams is a wife, mother, business owner, and now a survivor of gun violence. In 2015 her 17 year old "bonus son" Dominique Williams was murdered by another teenager while visiting Coligny Beach, South Carolina with friends. Olga and her husband Leroy decided there is a lot of work had to be done for the youth in their community. They were passionate about giving them an outlet other than violence, a voice other than anger showing them simple acts of kindness and how love can go a long way. Since Dominique's murder she became an active Moms Demand Action volunteer, and has partnered with several local organizations, speaking to any array of audiences about gun violence and the effects it is has on our communities. Olga was also recently selected as an Everytown Survivor Fellow a national organization that brings awareness to gun violence through story sharing. Dominique’s world was designed to influence the wayward youth by inspiring, empowering, and igniting them through various mentoring initiatives and activities. Let’s welcome her.

Cynthia Freeman is a licensed Commercial Auto Claims Adjuster for a Fortune 500 Insurance Company for over 19 years. She believes that life insurance is a vital asset for African Americans, and it’s a valuable investment when it comes to wealth creations. Our culture is not good at investing in life insurance, so I wanted to promote and educate others to do so, she shares. She enjoys volunteering, as a Level 1 Archery Instructor and she also a licensed a Notary Public. Unfortunately murder has become a common state of being these days….and she’s knows the affect of that pain all too well. Cynthia lost her son Danejer LaRae “Danger” Freeman to a traumatic senseless stabbing. In Cynthia story share she states “If I can help one person find hope, then that fulfills my life even more.” Cynthia upcoming journey is to self publish her love letter poems written to her son for over the past 20 plus years, She looking forward to working with a team to research documentary why murder and death is so unusually high on both sides of my family. She is also the creator of MOMSY and TeamMomsy an Event Décor and Sweet Treat Design Company. Cynthia is a Moms Demand Action and Everytown survivor volunteer in the Georgia region advocating on losing our children to the variations of all senseless violence. Warning: This episode contains intrusive thoughts and emotions felt during Danejer's murder trial. Each opinion or statements were Cynthia Freeman’s own. Listen with a mother’s heart and kind ear. Let’s thank God for grace! #ItsTheMiamiKnightShow #GriefTalk

Dr. Angela Powell-Smith earned her doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from Argosy University. She is a Former Board Member for Licensed Professional Counseling Association (LPCA), National Certified Counselor (NCC), Certified Gatekeeper Instructor (Q-P-R Suicide Prevention), Clinically Certified Criminal Justice Specialist (CCCJS), Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). For more than two decades, Dr. Powell-Smith has served as a treatment provider and consultant in various criminal justice and substance abuse treatment settings throughout the State of Georgia. She facilitates aftercare substance abuse groups for the Department of Community Supervision (DCS) through Spectrum Health Systems as well as evidence-based social skills training groups for the Dekalb County Misdemeanor Mental Health Court (MMHC), volunteers (quarterly) with the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office (Teen Interception Program- TIP) and Chaplain for the Atlanta Dream Team (Women’s National Basketball Association- WNBA). She has a private practice (Making Your Heart Lighter, LLC) and 501C3 (Family and Community Support Services, Inc). https://makingyourheartlighter.com/ She enjoys facilitating Monday morning “Real Women” Bible Studies, teaching basketball skills to her grandchildren, bowling, ping-pong, listening to good sermons on TV, learning new gospel songs, sponsoring an annual Music Therapy Program in memory of her mother for people navigating grief and loss AND chilling waiting for her next God-assignment. In January 2019, she published an article for the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia entitled, “A Closer Look At Homicide Survivors: The Under-Acknowledged At-Risk Citizens. She is also a co-author of the book, “Even So” (Stories of Hope and Encouragement) which was published September 2019. She is also a Homicide Survivor. https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/arrest-made-in-beloved-veteran-yoga-teachers-murder

Welcome I’m your Guide Miami Knight This letting go of the worry, fears, and pain exercise removes invading interactive thought patterns that cling onto your belief system. It is important to have a clear perception; about the things you fear and worry about the most. Releasing them helps to bring us into a higher perspective of our truth. This mediation will help you focus on self-awareness as you evaluate, manage, and align your thoughts and emotions. ©Miami Knight LLC 2020

Adriana Pentz is a mother, activist, and community leader in Westchester, NY. She works at the intersection of alcohol addiction and maternal mental health, leading community and building programs for individuals impacted by mental health and substance use. Her volunteer work includes serving as a local volunteer for Moms Demand Action Westchester. She was recently selected as a Fellow in the Everytown Survivor Network, working towards ending gun violence. In 2017, Adriana lost her younger brother Luc-John Pentz to a self-inflicted gun shot wound.

Julvonnia McDowell is a woman of Faith and Godly proud military wife and mom. She's a gun violence survivor, a fellow with Everytown Survivor Network and the Survivor Membership Lead for Georgia. During her four years as a fellow, Julvonnia has shared her survivor story to array of audiences; to include features in Essence, Vogue, Humanity and People magazines. Julvonnia’s 14 year old son, JaJuan was shot and killed April 7, 2016 by another teen playing with an unsecured gun. This tragedy is what led to Julvonnia’s activism. She is also very active with the Be SMART program and a gun safety champion. She shares the importance of Be SMART and the 5 simple steps that both gun owners and non-gun owners can take to keep our children safe. She works with several local organizations educating and speaking to youth about teen gun violence and suicide. Her favorite quote is that by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” She's a fierce advocate in which her pain has birth her purpose. Julvonnia has been nominated as a Remarkable Woman. She is in the running as 1 of the 6 top finalist to win the title "Remarkable Woman of the year," out of 120 finalist across the United States. She's fierce, she's Remarkable and she's purposeful. _________________________________ Take a listen as she passionately discuss “Remarkable Woman” on Episode: 4.3.20 with our Grief Nation Listeners.

JoAnn Dean has been helping others gain clarity, elevate their confidence and move into action for over 20 years! She’s known for being a trustworthy thought leader with a calm demeanor who over delivers. She privately helps professional women grow in areas they didn’t anticipate, recapturing their power and decoding programming that no longer serves them. JoAnn is tremendously compassionate and transparent which opens the door for her clients to feel safe, embracing their own journey. Her process includes asking questions that gets to the source of mental blockages and hidden emotional baggage. She holds you accountable in order to expand and experience your breakthrough! JoAnn Dean is the founder of Inspired By JoAnn, LLC. It’s the place where possibilities are awakened and hearts are healed as dreams are redirected through Professional Life Coaching, Sister Circle Retreats and Messages of Inspiration. JoAnn is a five-time self-published author. A proud graduate of Southern University at New Orleans, where she obtained both a Bachelors & Master’s Degree in Social Worker. She is an alumnus of DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative and Life Purpose Institute where she obtained her Life Coaching Certification. JoAnn was featured in VoyageATL Magazine in 2019. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Willie Dean Ministries Inc., a non-profit organization founded by her husband to offer hope to families in need.

Diana Curtis is a sought-after grief recovery specialist, educator, coach, and speaker with a history of great successes in her work. After healing her own crippling pain of grief, Diana turned her pain of loss into a legacy of purpose and impact.  Diana created, “Coaching to the Heart, LLC”, a coaching practice, to support other women seeking transformational breakthrough in their lives.  She specializes in working with women without mothers to create a sacred path for healing that honors themselves and loved ones.   She helps them gain clarity of purpose, build legacy, and introduce their gifts to the world while being well-rewarded for their gifts.   As the creator of "Grief Healing Solutions™, she offers a variety of holistic approaches to processing grief with attention to "easy peaceful coping" for anyone suffering from the pain of loss

Sharmaine Brown, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Educator, Speaker and a gun-violence prevention advocate. On July 11, 2015, her son Jared was killed after being stuck by a stray bullet and died instantly. After, the untimely death of her son and much prayer she decided to move forward with the vision God had given her and she started Jared’s Heart of Success, Inc a foundation in her son’s honor to educate, empower, encourage and engage youth and young adult. Sharmaine is the program director and oversees programming for Jared’s Heart of Success, Inc an award winning 501 (c) (3) non-profit youth organization which provides mentoring and leadership development, health and wellness, financial literacy and prevention awareness program. She also is a national adviser for the Sandy Hook and SAVE Promise Club Committee and has partnered with local schools in the Atlanta area. Sharmaine also shares her personal story nationally with others through the Everytown Survivor Network inviting them to join the movement to ending gun violence, she has been featured in VOGUE, Voyage ATL and seen on several news outlet speaking on gun violence prevention and have spoken to legislators on Capitol Hill. Sharmaine’s grief work consists of supporting individuals as they are transitioning throughout the grief world, by educating and empowering them along their journeys through her Grief Coaching and her Consulting Business- Cultivating Change Health Solutions, LLC. She has dedicated her life to serving and helping others.

What up tribe? This week on #itsthemiamiknightshow #grieftalk “1868” with @miamiknightllc will share her son Ty-Key’s story and his love of music honoring his 26th birthday coming up on this Sunday, February 23rd. ____________________________________ Miami Knight is a Grief Educator & Trainer, Author, and a Reiki Master, Advocate, and Public Speaker. She’s member of the Everytown Survivor Network, Survivor Connect Leader and Survivor Lead for the local group Moms Demand Action in DeKalb County Georgia. Miami is the CEO/Founder of Miami Knight LLC. She authored The Key Process: A Grief Guide to Mastering Spiritual Healing. She’s the Podcast Host on It’s the Miami Knight Show-Grief Talk. She serves as a Medicine Woman in the MoonRise community providing Reiki, Guided Meditation and Shamanic Journeying, helping others to achieve mind-altering states of higher consciousness to release grief. ____________________________________ Take a listen as she passionately discuss “1868” on Episode:2.20.20 with her Grief Nation Listeners. ____________________________________ Log on to www.miamiknightllc.com or Miami Knight LLC YouTube channel also you can listen on #iTunes #SoundCloud #thekeyprocess #educator #trainer #coach #griefcoaching #grieftalk #griefpodcast #reikimaster #shaman #gunviolencepreventionadvocate #gunviolencememorialproject #itsthemiamiknightshow #gunviolence #survivorspeaks #mastergriefcoachmiami #podcast #grief #healing #releasethegrief #griefjourney #hiphop #trap #undergroundhiphop #trapmusic #hiphopcommunity

Takisha Jacobs mother of five, certified Echocardiogram Tech and Medical Assistant, became an Angel Mom after tragedy struck her family on July 4, 2017 in Indianapolis, IN when her youngest son Abdul “Banngo” Cross, age 15 was shot simply from being in the wrong place at the wrong time. He fought for his life for 9 days after senselessly being shot multiple times. Her feelings of pain, hurt, helplessness, anger, frustration, depression, that felt like TORTURE, a feeling that no mother SHOULD EVER have to endure. Losing someone so young, so dear to her heart wasn’t easy to bounce back from, instead of harboring unconstructive emotions, she decided to turn her pain into purpose. She has become passionate about putting an end to senseless gun violence, by helping others to heal their emotions in a positive way. Takisha is now the Vice President of Jumping 4 Jesus, (JUMP) & an Ambassador for the Bullets for Life the Indiana chapter and she plans to continue her positive reinforcement to those who suffer or just need a shoulder to cry on, and most of all creating awareness to end city gun violence.

Ashley K. Pittman is a newly published author of “I Can Breathe Again”. She is a wife and mother but starting a family was challenging for her. Ashley lost twin babies at seven months of pregnancy. She is a victor over infant loss, depression, and grief. Her mission is to encourage other mothers and families that healing is possible after a loss of a child. Ashley has appeared on Indianapolis FOX 59, WRTV 6, WTHR 13 News stations, radio station 106.7 and Glambitious podcast. She has also been published with SHEEN and MizCEO magazine, Atlanta News Journal, Formidable Women’s magazine and Chicago Now. Ashley has used these platforms, as well as speaking opportunities to share her story and mission to make a difference in the lives of others. Ashley resides in Indianapolis, In with her husband, and their three boys. Facebook and Instagram handles: ashleykpittman Website: www.ashleykpittman.com Author of "I Can Breathe Again" Available @ www.ashleykpittman.com and Amazon Instagram and Facebook @ashleykpittman Get your free gift at www.ashleykpittman.com Mission: "Don't Struggle in Silence

Loria Perez is a community gun violence prevention advocate. This mother of 4 boys have been spreading love and bringing awareness to senselessness of city gun-violence. After having 2 sons being affected on April 30, 2017; one losing his life to gun violence and the other being the surviving witnessing of his brother assignation. She has token this mission beyond personal. Loria supports her community by reaching the youth and families left to grief their losses. Sending the clear message that: “We don’t retaliate....We reconcile” She’s the CEO/Founder of galvanizing movement called J.U.M.P (Jesus use me please). As Loria continue to motivate spreading love to streets of South Bend, Indiana she partnered with several organizations taking a stance fighting against Gun-Violence. Her partnerships include Moms Demand Action and Bullets 4 Life. Loria profound work consists of, partnering with community leaders, public school systems, and community service centers. She has bridge the gap with local law enforcement coining the name Mama Loria. Her message reaches far beyond her local community its reaching our nation in hopes to end gun violence. Loria’s mission is first reaching the youth in the inner city. By giving the essential needs such as love, respect, understanding, and intervention resources. We no longer can just say put the guns down. We must dig up the source by the root which has been the mentality of needing a firearm and using one to cause harm. Lori states “until we demonstrate respecting life how do we expect them too.” It starts with loving and standing up for our children. Being a survivor keeps growing, she refuses to allow her grief to get the best of her… Loria’s mission continues with the heartfelt message: A Mother’s Love Never Dies. To catch up on Lori’s J.U.M.P. movement and her outstanding accomplishment of becoming the Director of Community Relations for the Bullets4Life family, listen to the full It’s the Miami Knight Show Grief Talk podcast on YouTube, Soundcloud, Itunes, and Miami Knight LLC podcast tab.

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D's on the Spot Nails created and owned by D.Malone, it began as a Mobile Nail Service. She started in 2011 to provide luxury service to working women, new moms, and women who couldn't get to the nail salon due to schedule issues, etc. but, still wanted their nails done. In 2011 She was hired to work on set of a XXL Magazine to do nails for R&B Star & Love & Hip Hop NY Star Olivia and Love & Hip Hop NY Star, Model Tahiry Jose. Which led to her participation on the glam squad staff for the Love and Hip Hop NY Reunion Show bringing spice to the casts’ nails. She was also a featured on Bossip.com as a part of the glam squad for a makeover contest. Since then,she decided to take the steps to grow her business full time. She's had the pleasure of rockin out nails for a LHHATL Star/R&B Star K. Michelle, the Women of Essence Magazine. Love and Hip Hop Atlanta Star Mimi Faust, R&B Diva Star/ Soul Artist Monifah, 106 & Park Hostess Marie Free Wright. She has also worked on the glam squad as Manicurist for Hard Candy Cosmetics . Along with that her work has been featured in ad campaigns in several publications and on NY Time Square billboards. D. Malone has also had her work featured on Ebony.com Nail Files in July and Aug 2013. In addition D’s On the Spot Nails Owner was featured in Popular Clothing Line ServedFresh™ Me Campaign. In 2014, Ms. Malone became a certified Nail Instructor and taught at Gloria Francis Beauty in Hicksville,NY. Then in 2015, she had the great experience of teaching at Long Island Nail and Skin Care Institute in Levittown, NY. Also, a few years prior to kick off her teaching experience, D. became an educator for INM Nails . Working with INM and the amazing team has been and continues to be a wonderful part of her growth. She was also hired as manicurist for the Hit TV Show "The Black List" for half of the taping of Season 3 Then, in 2016 she took her talents to Charlotte NC where she continued her Mobile Nail services until she ventured into salon life in Jan 2018, D. Malone opened The Spot Life Nail Spa located in Suite Nectar Salons in Matthews NC. Nicely designed she feels her spa is where luxury meets relaxation. When you visit The Spot Life Nail Spa, you’ll see It’s MORE than NAILS, It’s an EXPERIENCE. In March 2019 D. Malone followed God’s nudge and moved to Virginia with her gifts and talents. D.Malone is now looking to grow and enhance the gifts God has given her to touch more lives all over the world one beautiful nail at a time... Have you been Spot'D?

Addison Duane is a research-loving elementary school teacher living and working in the historically marginalized neighborhood of Oak Park, Sacramento. She has taught all K-6 grades (except 1st!) and served a school site as an instructional coach and new teacher mentor. The entirety of her educational experience has been with trauma affected students. This fall, she will embark on a new learning journey as the first educator in the nation to pursue a PhD in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in trauma responsive practices at Wayne State University. In her free time, she enjoys reading, drinking tea and shopping for more striped clothing.

Peggy Haymes is helping women in midlife reclaim their voices, reconnect with their hearts and start dreaming new dreams. Why does every conversation about midlife have to be about a crisis? Peggy Haymes embraces the mission of changing that conversation for women in midlife. She brings a rich background of training and experience to the work of coaching and supporting women in midlife. For over thirty years she’s served as an ordained minister. For over a dozen years she’s worked as a licensed counselor. She trained, apprenticed, and later worked with the staff of Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, international pioneer in our understanding of grief. For over twenty years she’s staffed grief workshops that grew out of Kubler-Ross’ work. Topics include: • More than a crisis: Redefining midlife • How do I knew I’m in midlife? (It’s more than an age.) • Challenges for women in midlife • The spiritual journey of midlife • Befriending your regrets • How to reclaim your voice and why it matters • Neglected grief isn’t forgotten: how to grieve old losses • Ghost dreams: Grieving what you never had • The nest is empty - who am I now? • Embracing change in midlife Peggy is also a prolific writer, she has authored six books. I Don’t Remember Signing up For This Class Strugglers, Stragglers and Seekers: Daily devotions for the rest of us Heart prayers 2 Didn’t See It Coming: How I survived bouncing off a Buick and other assorted stuff Heart Prayers Be Thou Present

“Your book will get you booked” Lakia “LB” Brandenburg, is the CEO of Perfectly Imperfect Publishing Company, LLC, an indie book publishing boutique that specializes in custom book cover/interior designs and book editing. After writing and self-publishing her own two marriage-related books, LB discovered the freedom and fast-track success that happens when you simply get your book done. As a former classroom teacher, LB’s books have paved her “authorprenuerial” path, getting her booked for speaking and emcee engagements (including being the official emcee for @WerkPraySlay Weekend); creating her platform as @TheWifeCoach and her signature online masterclass; appearing on different media outlets and featured in WERK Mag, Black Bride Magazine, Huffington Post, and Rolling Out. LB has contributed to countless book projects including those of today’s most recognizable serial entrepreneurs like David Shands, (Networking Know-No’s), Arnita Hill (Luxurious Credit Guide & Get the Business), and Koereyelle (Werk 101: Get Your Life Together collection).

Ilana Shapiro Yahdav, MPA In 2007 Ilana lost her father to cancer, the day after her twenty-fourth birthday. His parting words were, "time is non-linear, and I'll always be with you. "For many years, she struggled to find her way through the grief maze. She found some healthy outlets for her grief including starting a memorial scholarship fund, in her father's name in which she raised over $92K! She also ran the NYC Marathon. Despite her best efforts and amazing family and friends, she still felt incredibly lonely and isolated. She promised herself that when she found ways to heal her heart, she would do everything in her power to help other broken-hearted people heal and learn to live again in their new normal. On the eve of my father's ten-year anniversary, she found the Grief Recovery Method ® which gave her the tools she was searching for as she begin her recovery Ilana Shapiro Yahdav is an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist ® and founding of her grief recovery practice, The Non-Linear Journey. She offers a variety of GRM programs serving the San Mateo-San Francisco Bay Area, including in-person 1-on-1's, online 1-on-1's, Support Groups, Helping Children with Loss, and Pet Loss Support Groups.