Writing Past The Pain

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Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity

Rochelle Peterson-Ansari-Perceptions Unlimited LLC

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Interested in expanding your ability to reach, teach and lead those you’re entrusted serve? Rooted2Thrive: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity brings you powerful conversations with experts who are committed to maintaining human dignity in our personal lives, our work and in learning environments. We speak to hearts and minds of leaders and educators with practical insights to counter the programming that makes us, often unconsciously, devalue other humans who we perceive as different from ourselves. CHANGED MINDS will CHANGE DIRECTION!

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Writing Past The Pain

Rooted2Thrive:Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity

49 minutes 36 seconds

1 week ago

Writing Past The Pain

Rooted2Thrive Podcast: Conversations That Elevate Our Humanity | Writing Past The Pain

Season 5, Episode 41

Host: Rochelle Peterson-Ansari

Guest: Dr. Brian JohnsonOverview:

In this episode of the Rooted2Thrive Podcast, Rochelle Peterson-Ansari sits down with Dr. Brian Johnson, pastor of Revival Tabernacle in Pennsylvania and author of nine books, including the acclaimed historical novels Send Judah First and Free Indeed. Together, they reflect on their 22 years of shared work in diversity and multicultural affairs, and explore the power of writing as a way to move beyond pain and preserve hidden stories of Black history. Dr. Johnson shares how his storytelling uncovers humanity within the legacy of slavery, emphasizing not only the struggles but also the resilience, faith, and victories of those who came before. This conversation highlights the role of faith, history, and storytelling in creating hope, healing, and justice across generations.

Topics Discussed:

The hidden and often overlooked human stories within Black history
Writing as a way to move past pain and reclaim narratives
How slavery is remembered beyond violence and racism, focusing on resilience
The influence of heritage, faith, and legacy on personal perspective
Lessons from decades of diversity and multicultural work

Guest:

Dr. Brian Johnson

Former Diversity Professional, Author and Pastor

Instagram: @dr.briancjohnson

LinkedIn: Brian C. JohnsonX: thereelbrian

Website: johnsonauthor.com

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