Episode 39: One Year of Living in 3D Power

Send us Fan MailThis episode marks one year of Living in 3D Power. A conversation that began as a simple mother-daughter experiment has grown into a space for reflection, truth-telling, and collective learning.In this anniversary episode, Amber and Emma look back on the moments, questions, and conversations that shaped the past year — from humor and honesty, to Black history, leadership, creativity, and the power of truly listening to children.Rather than a highlight reel, this episode is an archive of what mattered.Chapters03:51 – Significant Conversations & Lessons Learned They revisit early episodes, including humor-filled moments and honest feedback from Emma that reinforced the importance of emotional regulation, truth-telling, and listening without defensiveness.05:05 – Black History Month Reflections Emma shares why episodes highlighting Black women, Black history, and youth activists mattered to her17:05 – Future Podcast Ideas & Emerging Themes Emma names what she’d like to see more of going forward: Black artists, creativity, and conversations rooted in curiosity and shared interests.20:04 – Going With the Flow Amber reflects on the unplanned nature of the show and the permission to trust impact over metrics, consistency over perfection.23:12 – Leadership & Listening Emma offers one of the episode’s clearest truths: leadership begins with listening. Together, they unpack why listening is not a “soft skill,” but a necessary human skill.29:27 – Top Episodes & Emerging Themes Amber reflects on listener data and recurring themes across the top episodes: play, representation, listening, joy, grief, embodiment, creativity, and celebration as resistance.37:46 – Reflections, Challenges & Looking Ahead Emma’s challenge: create a collage, reflect on meaningful questions, and engage in the work of becoming — individually or as a family.Reflection InvitationAs you listen, we invite you to reflect alongside us:What moments or conversations stayed with you this year?What themes keep resurfacing in your own life?What would it look like to listen more deeply — to yourself, to children, to one another?And if you’re feeling inspired, take up Emma’s challenge: Create a digital journey collage: A reflective practice that helps you make meaning of where you’ve been and where you’re headed.Connect with Me:Instagram: @natural_inclinationYoutube: @naturalinclinationTikTok: Amber SessomsLinkedIn: Dr. Amber M. Sessoms, NCSPBluesky: @ambersessoms.bsky.socialFacebook: Natural InclinationWebsite: www.aninclination.comLike, Comment, Share, EngageIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who would love these conversations. Engage with the Curiosity Cards and ask the youth in your life about their experiences because you might be surprised by what you learn. Share your thoughts and reflections in the comments or on social media using #LivingIn3DPower. And, don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for next week’s conversation!