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2025: The Year Courage Chose Me

2025: The Year Courage Chose Me

Update: 2025-12-25

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In this episode, Ayana reflects on the theme of courage throughout 2025, a nearly quiet revolution. Ayana emphasizes that true courage involves facing truths and embracing imagination. She shares personal stories of how courage became more than just a word, evolving into a rhythm and a way of being. Ayana highlights that courage is not a solitary act but a relational and collective practice, urging listeners to find courage in truth and imagination as they move forward.

Onward into 2026! Happy New Year!

"Roar" original artwork by Jarrett Terrill

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2025: The Year Courage Chose Me

2025: The Year Courage Chose Me

Ayana R. Fakhir