Liz Gilliam thinks this is a time for many to really sit with themselves to understand what it is about them that makes them happy. We talk about pleasure and self-intimacy in a way that expands beyond the erotic. And while things might not be perfect, her conversation urges us to unlock the things that bring us joy.

Guest on this episode

(Should I do this in the third person? I'm doing it in the third person. I'm The Rock.)

Liz Gilliam, MSW, is a Black woman (that's a title I'm PROUD of, in and of itself) with a passion for helping others live their best lives. She believes "Live your best life" is more than just a catchy saying, but rather an attainable goal that all have access to within themselves. In encouraging all to reach this point, she is adamant about meeting yourself where you are and understanding your place in your world. She has an MSW from Florida State University with a concentration in Social Leadership and Policy and is currently completing a Ph.D. in Education Policy and Evaluation. Her professional research focuses on Black Girls using fandom to find community and cope during COVID-19. Her personal research interests include Black Feminism, sexuality, and healing.

Mentioned in the show/resources

S1 E3 - Surviving the financial impacts of COVID-19 - https://www.wsw.center/yourlifeafter/christina-brown-surviving-the-financial-impacts-of-covid-19

Pleasure Activism by adrienne maree brown - https://www.amazon.com/Pleasure-Activism-Politics-Emergent-Strategy/dp/1849353263

Marvel Cinematic Universe - https://www.marvel.com/movies

Janelle Monet - https://www.jmonae.com/

Ava Duvernay - http://www.avaduvernay.com/

Lizzo - https://twitter.com/lizzo?lang=en

Beyoncé - https://www.beyonce.com/