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The Position of Your Mind Determines the Posture of Your Life (w/ Kristen Hopkins Vincent)

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01/14/2026

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64 minutes

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<p>In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and podcast fave <strong>Kristen Hopkins Vincent</strong>—and yes, we’re talking about the <em>Vincent</em> part today! Kristen returns with powerful updates on her life (she’s a wife and a mom now!) and on the incredible work happening through <strong>Black SEL</strong>.</p><p>We dig into Kristen’s transition from <strong>Dangers of the Mind</strong> to <strong>Black SEL</strong>, why culturally-rooted social and emotional learning is essential for Black communities, and what it looks like to build a mission-driven organization with <strong>radical obedience</strong> to God. Kristen shares moments where obedience didn’t make sense—like moving forward with a major conference during a hurricane—and how God confirmed the vision through provision, research, and undeniable fruit.</p><p>We also talk about the very real emotions that come up when you’re following God’s timing: shame, guilt, feeling unseen, and learning how to embrace seasons of being <strong>hidden</strong>. And Kristen’s testimony around marriage and motherhood is such a needed reminder: <strong>it’s not too late, and God is always intentional.</strong></p><p>Before we get into it: Kristen and her husband received the <strong>Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award</strong>—and she forgot to mention it in the conversation because that’s what happens when you’re focused on obedience and doing the Lord’s work.</p><h3>In this episode, we cover:</h3><ul><li>What <strong>Black SEL</strong> is and why it’s necessary</li><li>Kristen’s transition from <em>Dangers of the Mind</em> to launching a nonprofit</li><li>The 5 core competencies of social-emotional learning (and how Black SEL frames them)</li><li>Why SEL must be culturally affirming to truly serve Black students and communities</li><li>Building “God’s way” vs. building in your own might</li><li>The difference between a “me” assignment and a “we” assignment</li><li>Navigating shame, guilt, and the pressure to be seen</li><li>Seasons where God hides you—and why that protection matters</li><li>Kristen’s hurricane conference testimony and how God made the way</li><li>The research that revealed how little SEL scholarship centers Black communities</li><li>Waiting on God for marriage and motherhood—and what it means to pray for alignment with your assignment</li><li>A word for the woman juggling purpose, business, love, and obedience</li><li>“<strong>The position of your mind determines the posture of your life</strong>”</li></ul><p><br></p><h3>Connect with Kristen + Support Black SEL</h3><ul><li>Visit: <strong>BlackSEL.org</strong></li><li>Donate + learn more about the mission and programming</li><li>Get involved / volunteer (especially if you’re in North Carolina)</li></ul><p><br></p><br/><br/>Our Sponsors:<br/>* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com<br/>* Check out Bobbie: https://www.hibobbie.com<br/>* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com<br/>* Check out Marley Spoon: https://marleyspoon.com/offer/BLESSED<br/>* Check out NerdWallet: https://nerdwallet.com/blessed<br/>* Check out Trust & Will and use my code trustandwill.com /BLESSED for a great deal: https://trustandwill.com<br/><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donations'>https://redcircle.com/blessed-bossed-up7264/donations</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>