What happens when the life you recognize begins disappearing one piece at a time?

When relationships end, grief changes the shape of your world, and new information forces you to question parts of your identity you once believed were certain, it can feel like you have to rebuild yourself from the ground up.

In this deeply honest conversation, Brian sits down with speaker, storyteller, author, and talent leader Monae Evans. Monae shares what it has been like to navigate several life-altering changes in a remarkably short period of time, all while continuing to lead, parent, work, and appear as though everything was fine.

Together, they explore the pressure to stay strong when you are struggling behind closed doors, the courage it takes to admit that you are not okay, and the importance of finding people who can support you without asking you to hide the messier parts of your experience.

Monae also reflects on the determination she inherited from her mother, the relationships that carried her through her darkest seasons, and the difficult process of discovering who she is beyond the roles, expectations, and stories other people placed upon her.

This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered whether too much has changed for them to find their footing again. It is a reminder that rebuilding does not mean pretending the loss did not happen. Sometimes it means allowing yourself to grieve, accepting support, and taking the next step before you can see where the path is leading.

Listen in for a powerful conversation about identity, resilience, community, and learning to trust the person you are becoming.

Connect with Monae Evans

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monaeevans/

Instagram:
@monae1130

Email:
a.monaeevans@gmail.com

For collaborations, speaking opportunities, or inquiries, Monae welcomes connections with people navigating growth, healing, and the process of rebuilding their lives and careers.