Poetic Interlude - Nicole J. Evans reading "Strategies of a Savior"

How else can we stay grounded in our knowing amid turmoil? In this Poetic Interlude, Nicole J. Evans reads her poem "Strategies of a Savior.”Creatives, including poets, show us how to embrace our humanity and act on our truths. We in The Rest of Us community view this as a deep connection to one’s own agency — our definition of rest. Settle into the work of Nicole J. Evans and even explore your own creativity, which we define as liberatory rest.ABOUT NICOLENicole J. Evans (she/her) is a Black woman, born and reared in Los Angeles, who writes poetry, fiction, and creative non-fiction. 2024 James Kirkwood Prize nominee, with poetry anthologized in FlowerSong Press and Blacklandia/Inlandia Books.Nicole is Pre-Matriarch, future Ancestor, Black sheep, vision alchemist, generational curse breaker, generational blessing manifestor, dream catcher, tale weaver, aspiring griot, empath, latent gardener, inherent inherited beautician, poet by heart, writer by revelation, and singer of her own songs.Say “hello” to Nicole on Instagram @itsnicolejeanine.You can also visit therestofuspodcast.com to read Nicole's poem and reflection prompt, along with other featured poets in the Poetic Interlude community.PODCAST TEAMHost, Dana Tenille WeekesProducer, Annabelle OhEditor, Sagheer MuhammadContent Manager, Annabelle OhIf this episode feels like a message or mirror, feel free to share it with someone who is looking to think about rest differently. 🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. ⭐ Leave a 5-star review. (We are grateful for you doing so.) Until next time, rest, my friends.Connect with Us Website:www.therestofuspodcast.com  Instagram:@therestofus.podcast@danatenilleweekesSubstack:@therestofuspodcastLinkedIn:Dana Tenille Weekes