The Aging Out Podcast
The Aging Out Podcast
The Field Center for Children’s Policy, Practice & Research
Episode 068: Interview with Justin Black with Redefining Normal (Kalamazoo, MI)
43 minutes Posted Feb 17, 2023 at 2:48 am.
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In this episode, Lynn Tonini interviews Justin Black, Co-founder of Redefining Normal in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Justin shared a little about his journey with his wife, Alexis, in foster care and the lessons they learned aging out of care that have contributed to their success as authors, speakers, and workshop leaders throughout the country. Justin discussed some of the principles that they have included in their book and workshops, including (but not limited to) living intentionally, forgiveness, and resilience.  Finally, Lynn and Justin talked about the importance of encouraging foster youth to dream again.