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Oct 2023
45m 40s

Nicole Avant Leads a Significant Life by...

Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins
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Author, producer, and philanthropist Nicole Avant knows how to make life count. In her discussion with Ashley, Nicole talks about the importance of choosing happiness in the face of adversity and honoring the legacy of her community. Avant shares her personal journey of finding courage and making intentional choices to maintain joy after the sudden loss of both her parents. Nicole also discusses the lessons passed down from previous generations, the power of communication and how embracing change helped her find hope in the midst of her trials.

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