You Are Your Best Thing: Vulnerability, Shame Resilience, and the Black Experience

This groundbreaking book brings together a dynamic group of Black writers, organizers, artists, academics, and cultural figures to explore the intersections of vulnerability and shame resilience through the lens of Black experiences.

With contributions from renowned authors like Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, Jason Reynolds, and Austin Channing Brown, this collection provides a powerful and necessary examination of the ways in which Black people have been impacted by systemic oppression and marginalization.

Through their writing, these individuals offer insights into how vulnerability and shame resilience can be used as tools for healing, growth, and social justice.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of Black identity and the ongoing struggle for liberation and equality.