Gracefully Imperfect

Semantics7 discusses the joyfulness and challenges of fatherhood - supported unconditionally by a band of Black women; and reinforced through racial-ethnic identity reconstruction, recovery treatment and therapy, and heightened spiritual awakeness. This episode is dedicated to my three Royal babies: Ayden, Zhenii, and Kamalu - for constant reminders of what matters the most in this busy, chaotic l...

Semantics7 discusses his personal experience finding the language, speech, knowledge, and understanding to breathe the words 'military Conscientious Objector' while undergoing a full-blown ethnic identity cleansing and reconstruction.  Quote Of The Day: “The way to right wrongs is to turn light of truth upon them.” ~ Ida B. Wells (Queen of Black Journalism)  Writing Endeavors: Get " The Depths Bel...

Semantics7 discusses the reason behind the 120-day hiatus and the importance of lived experiences. Furthermore, he shares - anecdotally, his personal experience as a military Conscientious Objector, dealing with unfair treatment, retaliation, command malpractices, obstruction of rights, and subsequent acute depression prior to discharge. This story contains insightful seeds of revelations, knowled...

Semantics7 dedicates every 7th episode to an influential, wise, and powerful Black woman who has dedicated special moments to teach and educate him on crucial life lessons based on their perspective, experiential learning, and compassion from the heart. This episode is dedicated to my Cousin, Niecey, a single mother, federal employee, an effervescent person, and a beautiful human being. My Cousin...

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted poem that really highlights the unethical practices and immorality that are impacting humanity. Semantics7 will also provide up-close access to how this poem was conceived, developed, and produced during a time when ruminating on society's lack of substance, false pretenses, and perpetual misdeeds affected his mental and emotional wellness.  QOTD: “Every emo...

Semantics7 discusses the reason behind the 60-day hiatus and the insight gained. Furthermore, he shares 5 essential principles that reduce stress and anxiety and 4 practices that promote optimal mental and emotional health while on a getaway/vacation.  QOTD: “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” ~ Gandhi Get "The Depths Below" for you or a loved one: htt...

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted poem that underscores an ongoing threat to humanity and culture: war and conflict. This poem has been published in the North of Oxford Pandemic of Violence Anthology II August 2022 issue and really builds a bridge between the oppressed and the rest of the world.  QOTD: “Truth is on the side of the oppressed.” ~ Malcolm X Get "The Depths Below" for you or a l...

An organic + casual conversation w/ tudope.,  a musical artist, film enthusiast, videographer, creator of 2DOPE4TV and Storm Story Store, and above all, Semantics7's blood relative and spiritual brother on the debut of his CLEAR. SESSION 01 conversational series. tudope. leads the conversation and we delve into the conception of Semantics7's first poetry collection "The Depths Below", meditation a...

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted poem that underscores an ongoing threat to neglected, vulnerable communities affected by poverty, food insecurity, inadequate housing, and unhealthy accommodations. While acknowledging the contemporary impact of hyperinflation on all people, immaterial to cultural or social membership, Semantics7 calls for an awakening to areas that have been, and are going...

Juneteenth is a special day for our heritage as Black people or Africans in the United States. Semantics7 briefly discusses the imperative nature of paying respect and honor to our African ancestry who endured unfathomable hardships through physical bondage. Exercising ancestral deference is the doorway leading to purposeful learning, graceful intention, and discipline to cultivate a strong sense...

Semantics7 dedicates every 7th episode to an influential, wise, and powerful Black woman who has dedicated special moments to teach and educate him on crucial life lessons based on their perspective, experiential learning, and compassion from the heart. This episode is dedicated to Mecca (MJW), an entrepreneur, a creative trailblazer, a resilient being, and most importantly, Semantics7's Sister. M...

Semantics7 reveals a GUIDE for Black families and children grounded by historical context, identity, and culture --- aiming to illuminate higher purpose, and moderate our actions and behaviors, whilst, creating a resilient mind and spirit capable of overcoming ANY misfortune. "Action, self-reliance, the vision of self and the future have been  the only means by which the oppressed have seen and re...

Semantics7 dives into historical context on specific examples where clarity and clearness motivated Black revolutionaries to organize programs and initiatives responsible for serving the needs of the Black community. Then Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted poetic creation that reflects on the overburdens and challenges of information overload in a time when so many different narratives, persp...

Semantics7 examines and investigates the dynamics, complexities, and subjective nature of love amid pursuing long-term, covenant commitments and building a family legacy.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracefullyimperfect/message Get full access to CREATIVST. at creativist.substack.com/subscribe

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted poem that depicts the essence of an unconditional, impenetrable loving relationship with family members, friends, and community members. Then he delves into the creative process: inspiration, conception, and the intent to expand and transcend the human experience into a life-long pursuit.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...

Semantics7 discusses the plausibility of reshaping how Black families conceptualize and interact with mental health and wellness by introducing the components of mental healthiness to serve as an anchor while bombarded with racial terror, white aggression, systemic barriers, and implicit bias.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracefullyimperfect/message Get ful...

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted prose poetry piece about the imperative nature of facing crises and misfortunes with enthusiasm, rather than pessimism and dread, for those who remain standing after the storm are equipped to embark on their next season with improved understanding, sense of clarity, and purified spirit. He then gives you an inside look into the creative process that guided t...

Semantics7 dedicates every 7th episode to an influential, wise, and powerful Black woman who has dedicated special moments to teach and educate him on crucial life lessons based on their perspective, experiential learning, and compassion from the heart. This episode is dedicated to a serendipitous encounter with a lab technician at a military health clinic that supplied Semantics7 with three core...

Semantics7 highlights the devastating, inhuman active shooter event that took the lives of 10-11 Black people at a grocery store in Buffalo, NY. He further extrapolates practical mechanisms to fortify the Black household/family with the necessary awareness and tools to elevate consciousness, a sense of security, and self-protection measures.   To those affected by the Buffalo Race Massacre --  Dee...

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted prose poetry piece about the severity of drowning in unmanaged, overwhelming depressive and anxiety-induced emotions. Then he gives you an inside look into the creative process that guided the conception and production of this poetic piece.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracefullyimperfect/message Get full access to CR...

Semantics7 raises situational awareness and inflames a spirit of intentional empathy, compassion, and advocacy by highlighting the debilitating nature of suicidal thoughts, suicidal behaviors, and self-harming actions and how WE can become more passionate interventionists for our loved ones.   If you know someone that needs immediate, emergent suicide prevention care, emotional distress relief, or...

Semantics7 reveals the motherhood journey of three mothers in his family system: Raquel, Deon, & Jocelyn. He then recites a personally-crafted poem that champions the qualities, characteristics, abilities, and impact of selfless mothers.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracefullyimperfect/message Get full access to CREATIVST. at creativist.substack.com/sub...

Semantics7 unpacks the essential question of the day regarding parenting with emotional immediacy by sharing personal anecdotes, reflections, and practical applications.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracefullyimperfect/message Get full access to CREATIVST. at creativist.substack.com/subscribe

Semantics7 recites a personally-crafted prose poetry piece written during the 2020 law enforcement and criminal justice injustices plaguing the black community. Thereafter, Semantics7 opens up about the creative process involved in creating this expressive piece and the challenges endured to tap into an unmitigated creative imagination.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/...

Semantics7 dedicates every 7th episode to an influential, wise, and powerful black woman who has dedicated special moments to teach and educate him on critical life lessons based on their perspective, experiential learning, and compassion from the heart. This first episode is dedicated to his wife who has taught him three life lessons (among many more) that have given him the understanding and cou...