“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18)

Welcome to Gratitude 101—the perfect episode for the season of thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Do you even know where to start? In this special episode, I’m thankful for YOU, my classmates, our incredible guest Leila Walton, and a merciful God.

It’s easy to thank God when life is smooth sailing, but what about when times are tough? How do we stay afloat during life’s challenges? The answer: Gratitude. The practice of recognizing the present moment and embracing the silver lining.

Join Leila and I as we discuss how to identify gratitude, how it strengthens our spiritual journey, and why happiness is ultimately a choice—one you can make at any moment, no matter the circumstances.

Tune in for practical tips on cultivating gratitude in your own life and discover how this simple shift in perspective can change everything.

Connect with Leila- @leibythepen

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We will only accept what we believe we deserve.

Classmates, when was the last time you looked at a situation and thought "I deserve more than this?" This month, as we invest in our mental health, I want to invite us to strive for more. To not simply accept what we're used to, but to think about what we actually want; in life, from our jobs, and our relationships, and especially from ourselves.

I know that I did not start making radical changes in my lifestyle, until I realized that I did not have to accept certain things in my life. I could have

- better physical health,

- better mental health,

- I could change the way I thought about myself,

- and how the relationships around me, made me feel.

That is my hope for all the classmates. Join me in the conversation, as we look for more in life.

First time joining us? Hi! Welcome to the Classroom! New episodes are posted every Tuesday at 10am PDT on Youtube, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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Find all our links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/wsdtmWe will only accept what we believe we deserve.

Classmates, when was the last time you looked at a situation and thought "I deserve more than this?" This month, as we invest in our mental health, I want to invite us to strive for more. To not simply accept what we're used to, but to think about what we actually want; in life, from our jobs, and our relationships, and especially from ourselves.

I know that I did not start making radical changes in my lifestyle, until I realized that I did not have to accept certain things in my life. I could have

- better physical health,

- better mental health,

- I could change the way I thought about myself,

- and how the relationships around me, made me feel.

That is my hope for all the classmates. Join me in the conversation, as we look for more in life.

First time joining us? Hi! Welcome to the Classroom! New episodes are posted every Tuesday at 10am PDT on Youtube, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Keep up with us on instagram at @wsdtmpod

Find all our links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/wsdtm

Classmates, I decided to close this month out with an episode more light hearted and full of laughter. Join author of "Little Black Poetry Book" Aiyana Sha'niel and I for an hour full of nostalgia and laughs. As we await Aiyana's new book "Hood•Child" , we take a trip down memory lane discussing animation, music from the early 2000's and even what it looked like to have your experience invalidated by people who look like you. Purchase “Little Black Poetry Book” Keep Up With Aiyana, @AiyanaShaniel View the "Love is In The House" Exhibit First time joining us? Hi! Welcome to the Classroom! New episodes are posted every Tuesday at 10am PDT on Youtube, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Keep up with us on instagram at @wsdtmpod Find all our links here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/wsdtm