August 2026
Still Standing: Dr. Adwoafuaa Nwokocha on Motherhood, Resilience & the Power of Self-Advocacy
There are books that entertain, and there are books that testify quietly, powerfully, with the kind of honesty that changes how readers see their own experiences. Dr. Adwoafuaa Nwokocha’s memoir Custody MD belongs to the second category. A board-certified family medicine physician in Houston with more than 15 years of medical practice, Dr. Nwokocha also draws from […]
Grief Isn’t the End: Herdyne Mercier Is Teaching Us How to L.I.V.E. Again
Herdyne Mercier, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Grief Coach, author, retreat facilitator, nonprofit founder of L.I.V.E., and transformational speaker. She is also the host of the Redefining Grief Podcast, where she leads meaningful conversations around healing, loss, and emotional resilience. Through her work, Herdyne has created safe, nonjudgmental spaces for people navigating grief […]
Health Without Shame: Dr. Dacia Russell Goman Is Changing the Narrative
Dr. Dacia Russell Goman is a dual board-certified physician in Emergency Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and the founder of Apex Metabolic, where she combines clinical expertise with a practical, stigma-free approach to metabolic care. She also serves in emergency medicine leadership, working on healthcare quality, operational strategy, physician performance, and patient-centered system improvement—bringing a systems […]
Changing the Narrative: Lillie Mae’s Fight for Authentic Representation in Film
Lillie Mae, known to many as Lil, is a storyteller, strategist, and cultural architect rooted in purpose and driven by impact. Originally from Danville, Virginia, and now based in Atlanta, Georgia, she has emerged as a powerful voice for those seeking to be seen, heard, and represented across film, media, and entertainment. Grounded in the […]