Shaka Senghor author of How To Be Free in Conversation with Tanya Sam

Embrace joy, reclaim your narrative, and achieve your wildest dreams in business and beyond with this inspiring hands-on guide to transforming your life with proven meditation, mindfulness, and creative exercises from Shaka Senghor, an extraordinary New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur who overcame mental roadblocks and transformed his self-esteem after incarceration.When Shaka received his second parole denial after 18 years behind bars, he had a choice to make: surrender to despair or transform himself from within.He chose hope. Using daily practices like journaling, meditation, mindfulness, and creative expression, he turned his vision into action and discovered how to break free everything holding him back so he could step into his true potential.And when he did, he realized his greatest barriers existed within his own mind—past narratives, survivor's remorse, fear, and the inability to forgive. This awakening led him to discover universal truths about freedom that apply far beyond Pr*son walls and transform every aspect of life—from deepening our relationships to achieving career success.Through raw and powerful storytelling, Shaka reveals how we all grapple with invisible chains that hold us back. Drawing from the profound lessons of his remarkable journey from solitary to the C-suite, he provides more than inspiration—he delivers a proven roadmap to transform your life.

Shaka Senghor is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the New York Times bestselling books Writing My Wrongs and Letters to the Sons of Society. A sought-after resilience expert and recognized "Soul Igniter" in Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100, Senghor has captivated and transformed global audiences with his extraordinary journey from incarceration to influence. Through raw authenticity and profound insight, he doesn't just share his story—he equips others with the exact resilience practices that fueled his own remarkable transformation, proving that reinvention isn't just possible—it's within everyone's reach.

Tanya Sam is a publisher, book club founder, and entrepreneur dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and fostering a love of storytelling. As co-founder of Elizabeth & Minnie Publishing, she champions underrepresented authors helping bring fresh, powerful narratives to the forefront of literature, media and entertainment.

She also leads the Tanya Time Book Club, a vibrant community of over 10,000 readers that celebrates books through engaging discussions, events, and immersive literary experiences.

Beyond publishing, Tanya is an angel investor and startup mentor. As the founder of The Ambition Fund and former Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, she has invested in over 50 minority-led startups and mentored more than 60 founders, contributing to over $100 million in generated revenue.

With a passion for storytelling, entrepreneurship, and community building, Tanya continues to create spaces where new voices thrive.

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