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Description

Gessie Belizaire is an author, teacher, life coach, and speaker. Gessie shares her journey from studying African American and African Studies, influenced by her cultural heritage and experiences as an immigrant from Haiti, to becoming an advocate for people finding their life's purpose.

She discusses the importance of understanding one's history and self-identity, the challenges of modern dating and societal expectations, and how she helps people through life coaching and writing. Jesse emphasizes the value of personal growth, self-love, and spending quiet time with oneself.

She also talks about her books, one focused on the impacts of French colonization in Haiti and Guinea Conakry, and a children's book inspired by her daughter, both of which explore themes of growth and potential.

STORY:

00:00 Introduction

00:47 Advocate and Author

01:33 Educational Journey and Career Path

02:48 The Importance of African American Studies

08:25 Writing as a Form of Therapy

09:28 Life Coaching and Helping Others

16:48 Challenges in Modern Dating

24:33 Recharging and Finding Joy

26:49 Final Advice and Conclusion

BIOGRAPHY:

From the corporate world to the social stratosphere, Gessie has for the past six years been expanding her professional experience to also include entrepreneurial endeavors in the ever changing creative space to her near 2 decade experience working on Black and Brown issues in the Non-for-Profit work space. She is presently adding value to the entrepreneurial market as a certified life coach, 2-time author, Host and Founder of GB Consulting Group, LLC, a highly regarded consulting firm, established in 2019, based in Washington, DC, known for their exceptional event planning and consulting services.

LINKS:

Website: https://www.thislifeiliveintruth.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gessie-belizaire-2189381a/

Instagram: @Thislifeiliveintruth