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LA — we felt that. 🤯
What me and @themichaelealy shared this night wasn’t just a book 📖 conversation.
It was a room full of leaders, creatives, dreamers, and believers wrestling with what it means to choose FAITH OVER FEAR when the stakes are real.
Grateful to @lagathers for creating space for conversations that move culture — and to @reparations.club for their partnership in getting so many books into hands that night.
There’s a reason @ebonymagazine included this as one of the best moments from @NBA All-Star Weekend.
To everyone who was in the room — THANK YOU for the energy! We’re still receiving messages about this night.
But now… the next room. 📣📢📣
March 9.�Oprah Winfrey Theater.�Smithsonian @NMAAHC.
Over half the theater is already spoken for 🤯, and the remaining tickets are moving quickly.
If you’re in DC or close enough to travel in — RSVP today and come be in the room.
FAITH OVER FEAR is more than a title. It’s a movement.�The book is out now.
Join us. Secure your copy.
#faithoverfear
@harperonebooks
@bridgetrustpartners
🎥 @merdad_media
🚨 LIFE UPDATE 🚨
I am humbled and honored to announce my debut book:
FAITH OVER FEAR: HARNESSING RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF UNCERTAINTY
Published by HarperOne @HARPERONEBOOKS, an imprint of @HarperCollins.
Available February 10, 2026 — and Pre-orders are officially open!
I’ve given everything I have to this project — because I believe this message is needed for this exact moment, and for the moments still to come.
And I need to say this clearly: This is nothing but God.
His timing. His grace. His hand on my life. This moment is a blessing I don’t take lightly — not only for me and my family, but for every person who’s ever prayed for clarity, courage, or a new beginning.
Along the way, one question kept resurfacing again and again:
What if the uncertainty you’re facing is guiding you toward who you’re meant to become?
This book is my attempt to answer that — not just for myself, but for anyone navigating uncertainty, rebuilding purpose, or praying for clarity in a world that feels increasingly unstable.
Inside these pages, I share the moments that shaped me — the victories, the breaking points, the prayers, and the personal battles I’ve never spoken about publicly. 💯😭
This isn’t theory. It’s truth. It’s lived experience.
Some stories may bring tears to your eyes…
Some insights may shift the way you see your own life…
And the principles inside will strengthen not only you — but everyone connected to you.
My hope is that this book gives you courage when fear gets loud, resilience when the road gets heavy, and clarity for whatever chapter you’re walking into next.
I want to express deep gratitude to:
• @skaufman99 , my agent, the entire @buchwaldtalent family, and champion from day one.
• My brilliant, thoughtful, and relentless partner Angela Guzman - Senior Editor of @harperonebooks and the @HarperCollins family, who believed in me, believed in this story, and helped bring it to life with excellence.
Your support means more than you know.
Pre-order now — wherever books are sold.
And join the movement at MyFaithOverFear.com (Link in Bio)
Faith Over Fear. Always. 🙏🏾 ✍🏾 🙌🏾 🚀

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

LIFE UPDATE: Link in my Bio.
From embarking on the presidential campaign journey in early 2019, to pioneering this inaugural role in the White House, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as our nation’s first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.
I want to thank Jesus for being the author ✍🏾 (and finisher) of my faith.
I want to thank @msbrittanyleach , all of my family members, and dear friends for their love and support. I am deeply humbled by ALL of the outreach from many of you.
Last but certainly not least, I want to thank @potus @vp , and countless others for the trust, support, and collaboration we’ve fostered.
To my Presidential Administration family, you have inspired me more than you know and I am honored to have served alongside you.
As I turn the page on this historic chapter, I am filled with optimism for the future that lies ahead, and leave you with a few quotes that have encouraged me along the way that I hope resonate with you as well:
* “If your presence doesn’t make an impact, your absence won’t make a difference.”
* “You block your dreams when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith.”
* “Life is short, if there was ever a moment to do something that matters to you, that moment is now.”
Stay tuned - grateful 💯🙏🏾✍🏾💯

Big time call today. 📞
A reminder that God’s timing rarely looks like ours…
Keep preparing.
Keep believing.
Keep going.
One of the biggest misconceptions about DEI is that it lowers the standard.
I’ve always believed the opposite.
The goal should be creating systems where talent, preparation, hard work, and merit can actually rise fairly.
That’s not just a DEI conversation.
That’s a leadership conversation.A culture conversation.And honestly… a human conversation.
Especially in a time where so many people feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood.
A clip from my recent appearance on the syndicated “The Unknowns Podcast”. @unknownstoday
Full episode available at the link in bio.
#FaithOverFear
#equity

Class is in session. 🗣️✍🏾
A lot of people aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re navigating uncertainty without a framework for how to move through it.
Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with both the students and senior leadership at @stumiami talking about leadership, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep moving even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear yet.
The future belongs to people who can lead through uncertainty.
That’s a big part of what FAITH OVER FEAR is about.
#FaithOverFear
#ProfessorMichael

Class is in session. 🗣️✍🏾
A lot of people aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re navigating uncertainty without a framework for how to move through it.
Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with both the students and senior leadership at @stumiami talking about leadership, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep moving even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear yet.
The future belongs to people who can lead through uncertainty.
That’s a big part of what FAITH OVER FEAR is about.
#FaithOverFear
#ProfessorMichael

Class is in session. 🗣️✍🏾
A lot of people aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re navigating uncertainty without a framework for how to move through it.
Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with both the students and senior leadership at @stumiami talking about leadership, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep moving even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear yet.
The future belongs to people who can lead through uncertainty.
That’s a big part of what FAITH OVER FEAR is about.
#FaithOverFear
#ProfessorMichael

Class is in session. 🗣️✍🏾
A lot of people aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re navigating uncertainty without a framework for how to move through it.
Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with both the students and senior leadership at @stumiami talking about leadership, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep moving even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear yet.
The future belongs to people who can lead through uncertainty.
That’s a big part of what FAITH OVER FEAR is about.
#FaithOverFear
#ProfessorMichael

Class is in session. 🗣️✍🏾
A lot of people aren’t struggling because they lack talent.
They’re struggling because they’re navigating uncertainty without a framework for how to move through it.
Grateful for the opportunity to spend time with both the students and senior leadership at @stumiami talking about leadership, resilience, purpose, and what it means to keep moving even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear yet.
The future belongs to people who can lead through uncertainty.
That’s a big part of what FAITH OVER FEAR is about.
#FaithOverFear
#ProfessorMichael
Our first time taking the girls to Africa 🇬🇭✨
What a special trip. So much culture, laughter, beautiful moments, and yes… plenty of funny memories too 😂❤️
Watching Lela and Nia experience Ghana for the first time meant so much to us. From the food and music to the people, history, and peaceful moments in nature — this trip was unforgettable.
And I particularly enjoyed feeding the zebras 🦓🥹 Definitely one of my favorite moments from the trip.
Huge thank you to @bespoke_experiences_by_m for helping coordinate such a meaningful experience, and to @safarivalley for making our stay so memorable. Truly one for the books ✨
We will definitely be back.

Happy Mother’s Day to my Mom❤️
Thank you for loving me through every season of life….for the sacrifices I saw… and the ones I didn’t. Thank you for helping shape the man, husband, and father I am today.
Forever grateful for you!🌷
And Happy Mother’s Day as well to my “Mom Too” — thank you for the love, warmth, and support you continue to pour into our family. ❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to my Mom❤️
Thank you for loving me through every season of life….for the sacrifices I saw… and the ones I didn’t. Thank you for helping shape the man, husband, and father I am today.
Forever grateful for you!🌷
And Happy Mother’s Day as well to my “Mom Too” — thank you for the love, warmth, and support you continue to pour into our family. ❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman holding our world together with love, grace, faith, brilliance, and strength.
Britt, watching you be “Mommy” to Lela and Nia is one of the greatest joys of my life. They adore you. I do too.
Thank you for all the seen and unseen things you do for our family every single day. We are better because of you! ❤️
#happymothersday

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman holding our world together with love, grace, faith, brilliance, and strength.
Britt, watching you be “Mommy” to Lela and Nia is one of the greatest joys of my life. They adore you. I do too.
Thank you for all the seen and unseen things you do for our family every single day. We are better because of you! ❤️
#happymothersday

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman holding our world together with love, grace, faith, brilliance, and strength.
Britt, watching you be “Mommy” to Lela and Nia is one of the greatest joys of my life. They adore you. I do too.
Thank you for all the seen and unseen things you do for our family every single day. We are better because of you! ❤️
#happymothersday
Be careful what you let reach YOU first in the morning.
Before social media.
Before headlines.
Before everyone else’s noise.
Because before you’ve even spoken a word…
something is already shaping your mindset, your focus, and your energy for the day.
We consume more information in a SINGLE DAY than many of our ancestors did in a LIFETIME. 🤯
Protect your mind accordingly. 🎙️
We go deeper into this in my book FAITH OVER FEAR. 📖
Link in bio.
#mentalhealth
#FAITHOVERFEAR

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios

Next week marks nearly 3 months since FAITH OVER FEAR entered the world. 📖
And one thing I wasn’t fully prepared for…
was the range of emotions people would have while reading it.
Some chapters made people cry.
Some made people uncomfortable.
Some made people reflect.
Some made people text me immediately 😂
…which honestly explains these faces pretty well.
But truly—every conversation, every text & DM, every story shared with me along the way has meant more than you know. 🙏🏾
So now I’m curious:
If you’ve read/listened to FAITH OVER FEAR already…
Which chapter stayed with you most?
And if you haven’t yet…
What are you waiting for??? 👀🧐👀
Hardcover & audiobook available now.
Link in bio.
📸 @ericespino_studios
Somewhere along the way, we stopped seeing people…
and started seeing sides.
Distance creates distortion. 💯🔑💯
The more distant we are from people and perspectives,
the easier it becomes to dehumanize one another.
Unity doesn’t mean abandoning conviction.
It means refusing to let fear and offense lead you.
That part changed me.
Because real leadership—and real faith—requires the discipline to stay curious even when disagreement would be easier.
“What truth might I be missing?”
That question alone could change a lot right now.
That’s what FAITH OVER FEAR is about. 📖
#TheWhatIfPodcast🎙️
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