This week Shanti is joined by poet and author Julia Mallory. Together, we talk about her journey with grief after losing her father unexpectedly at the age of 13 followed by the murder of her 17-year-old son in 2017. Join us as we navigate how despite being gripped by grief, Julia deliberately seeks joy and pleasure through her self care practices and writing. You can purchase Julia's book here: https://www.blackmermaids.com/books and learn more about Black Mermaids here: https://www.blackmermaids.com/Purchase Umi Says by Mos Def here: https://music.apple.com/us/album/black-on-both-sides/1444213589This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4167099/advertisement