In XYBM 132, I sit down with JR Rivera, a dynamic leader, author, educator, and former professional athlete, to discuss navigating fatherhood, faith, and  purpose. We explore his transition from teaching to becoming a full-time content creator, his strategies for intentional parenting, and the profound impact of faith and resilience in his journey. 

JR also shares valuable insights on the importance of being present for your children and how to instill delayed gratification to help them become strong, successful people. 
      
This episode is a parenting masterclass, offering practical wisdom for anyone considering having children or raising kids of their own. Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

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If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 131) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 131: How can Black Men and Women better Support each other with Kira J” — it was released on: May 19, 2025.

In XYBM 131, I sit down with Kira J, a powerful poet and writer known for her raw, heartfelt pieces on healing, love, and personal growth. Her work, including poems like "Do You Believe in God?" and "INDIA," reflects her deep journey of self-discovery, faith, and emotional truth. We dive into the power of platonic intimacy, the challenges of vulnerability, how gender dynamics shape relationships in the Black community and SO much more.

Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

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All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited. 

SAFE HAVEN:
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Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven 

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 131) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 131: How can Black Men and Women better Support each other with Kira J” — it was released on: May 19, 2025.

In XYBM 131, I sit down with Kira J, a powerful poet and writer known for her raw, heartfelt pieces on healing, love, and personal growth. Her work, including poems like "Do You Believe in God?" and "INDIA," reflects her deep journey of self-discovery, faith, and emotional truth. We dive into the power of platonic intimacy, the challenges of vulnerability, how gender dynamics shape relationships in the Black community and SO much more.

Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!

BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:
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Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company. Take the first step by filling out the form on our website:

https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals 

HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST:
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We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapist

All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited. 

SAFE HAVEN:
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Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven 

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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FOLLOW US:
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackMan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 131) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 131: How can Black Men and Women better Support each other with Kira J” — it was released on: May 19, 2025.

In XYBM 131, I sit down with Kira J, a powerful poet and writer known for her raw, heartfelt pieces on healing, love, and personal growth. Her work, including poems like "Do You Believe in God?" and "INDIA," reflects her deep journey of self-discovery, faith, and emotional truth. We dive into the power of platonic intimacy, the challenges of vulnerability, how gender dynamics shape relationships in the Black community and SO much more.

Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!

BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:
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Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company. Take the first step by filling out the form on our website:

https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals 

HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST:
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We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapist

All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited. 

SAFE HAVEN:
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Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven 

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com 

FOLLOW US:
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Host: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman) 
Guest: @allthingskiraj (https://www.instagram.com/allthingskiraj/)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackMan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 131) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 131: How can Black Men and Women better Support each other with Kira J” — it was released on: May 19, 2025.

In XYBM 131, I sit down with Kira J, a powerful poet and writer known for her raw, heartfelt pieces on healing, love, and personal growth. Her work, including poems like "Do You Believe in God?" and "INDIA," reflects her deep journey of self-discovery, faith, and emotional truth. We dive into the power of platonic intimacy, the challenges of vulnerability, how gender dynamics shape relationships in the Black community and SO much more.

Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!

BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:
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Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company. Take the first step by filling out the form on our website:

https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals 

HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST:
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We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapist

All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited. 

SAFE HAVEN:
 ————————————
Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven 

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven
Monthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE
Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com 

FOLLOW US:
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TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:
Host: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman) 
Guest: @allthingskiraj (https://www.instagram.com/allthingskiraj/)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackMan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

In XYBM 131, I sit down with Kira J, a powerful poet and writer known for her raw, heartfelt pieces on healing, love, and personal growth. Her work, including poems like "Do You Believe in God?" and "INDIA," reflects her deep journey of self-discovery, faith, and emotional truth. We dive into the power of platonic intimacy, the challenges of vulnerability, how gender dynamics shape relationships in the Black community and SO much more.

Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.

Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!

BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:
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Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company. Take the first step by filling out the form on our website:

https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals 

HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST:
————————————
We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapist

All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited. 

SAFE HAVEN:
 ————————————
Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven 

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven
Monthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE
Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com 

FOLLOW US:
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TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:
Host: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman) 
Guest: @allthingskiraj (https://www.instagram.com/allthingskiraj/)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackMan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

If you want to listen to the full episode (XYBM 130) from this clip, search for the title: "Ep. 130: How Black Men are Impacted by Mother Wounds with Pastor Brownlee” — it was released on: May 5, 2025.

In XYBM 130, I sit down with Pastor Brownlee, a Philadelphia native and entrepreneur who turned down an NFL career to answer his spiritual calling. We dive deep into healing emotional trauma, navigating grief, and the lasting impact of abandonment, particularly how mother wounds shape the lives of Black men.

Pastor Brownlee shares raw, personal stories about his journey of resilience, loss, and the emotional freedom he’s fought for as a Black man. We also discuss the challenges of overcoming the scars left by past wounds and how healing can empower future generations.

Tune in for an enlightening and powerful conversation on growth, healing, and how Black men can break generational cycles to embrace healthier futures.

Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!

HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST:
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All webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don’t miss out. Slots are limited.

BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:
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Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company.

Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals

SAFE HAVEN:
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Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don’t have to heal alone.

Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven

SUPPORT THE PLATFORM:
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Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven
Monthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE
Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com 

FOLLOW US:
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