This episode is different.\xa0A break from our routines and comfort zones are necessary right now.\xa0\nIf you follow me on social media or have listened to my show for any length of time, this probably goes without saying.\xa0But, to be unequivocally clear, I want you to know that personally and professionally I believe Black Lives Matter.\xa0\nThe Shameless Mom Academy is built on the following core values:\nShow up\nLead with compassion and integrity\nSeek out and celebrate diversity\nStay curious and humble\nStretch yourself | Embrace discomfort | Invite growth\nThese core values are considered in all decisions around building this community, providing services to clients, and creating impact on a global level.\nI am very open about my beliefs, but if you ever want to know more about the company or core values you\u2019re supporting when you listen to my show or invest in any of my programs, events, memberships or masterminds, please feel free to reach out to me.\xa0\nIn this same vein of transparency, you should also know that when you invest in the Shameless Mom Academy a portion of our revenue each month goes to the following organizations: The Loveland Foundation, Under The Same Tree, the ACLU, the Trevor Project and Planned Parenthood.\nI believe all companies should be leading with pure transparency around where they stand when it comes to protecting black lives and human rights.\xa0\nThis episode is intentionally brief, with an invitation for you to prioritize learning from black educators today.\nGo download one of these audiobooks or podcasts and listen & learn:\nMe & White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, Become a Good Ancestor by Layla Saad\nI\u2019m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made For Whiteness by Austin Channing Brown\n So You Want To Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo\nThis Body Is Not An Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor\nGood Ancestor Podcast with Layla Saad\xa0\nFirst Name Basis Podcast with Jasmine Bradshaw (how to talk to your kids about race):\xa0\nSeeing White Podcast\xa0\nWatch Rachel Cargle\u2019s Public Address on Revolution on Youtube\nSign up for Mirna Valerio\u2019s upcoming course: Introduction to Identity, Social Justice, and Antiracism for the White Community\n\xa0\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices