10/14/2026
Sometimes We Rest. Sometimes We Learn. Sometimes We Pivot. But We Should Always Grow! 💛
It’s been a week since I’ve posted, but life has been full of opportunities to rest, reflect, learn, and grow!
Last week was Banned Books Week, something I intentionally celebrate with my children. I purchase banned and challenged books for them because I believe in awareness, access to information, and the power of developing independent thinkers. 📚
I don’t believe in gatekeeping knowledge. I believe in equipping young people with the tools to ask questions, evaluate information, think critically, and make informed decisions.
Sunday, I traded my educator and coaching hats for my detective hat! 🕵🏾♀️ I enjoyed a murder mystery scavenger hunt through downtown Durham, putting those investigative skills to work!
Fun fact: My academic background includes criminology! Life doesn’t always follow the path we originally imagined. Sometimes we pivot, discover new passions, and redefine what success and purpose look like.
Monday was Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and I spent time reflecting on the difference between recognizing Indigenous peoples and celebrating Columbus Day. This is an area where my own awareness has grown relatively recently, and I’m intentional about helping my children and students explore different historical perspectives.
But here’s what’s important: Learning something new doesn’t mean everyone will process it the same way or at the same pace.
We have to create space for young people to question, reflect, process, and develop their own understanding rather than simply telling them what to think.
And that connects directly to the work I do through Redefined International.
Whether we’re talking about identity, decision-making, self-awareness, relationships, critical thinking, or navigating life’s transitions, my goal is to help teens and parents gain clarity and make intentional choices.
Now booking Spring 2027! 🎤
Are you looking for an engaging experience for the teens or parents in your school, church, or community organization?
I offer:
✨ Small-group workshops for interactive learning, meaningful conversations, and practical skill-building.
✨ Large-group workshops and keynote presentations designed to inspire, challenge perspectives, and encourage intentional action.
✨ Parent workshops that equip families with strategies to build stronger relationships and support their teens.
Whether you’re planning a youth conference, school event, parent engagement night, leadership experience, or church gathering let’s create something meaningful together!
📩 Send me a message to discuss bringing Redefined International to your organization in Spring 2027!
Because intentional parents build stronger futures, and empowered teens make more intentional choices. 💛