On this episode, Sienna talks with her two closest friends, Genesis and Jinal. They discuss healthy friendships, vulnerability, honesty, and love. This episode is definitely a tearjerker so get the tissues ready.

Land Acknowledgement:

Every community owes its existence and vitality to generations from around the world who contributed their hopes, dreams, and energy to making the history that led to this moment. Some were brought here against their will, some were drawn to leave their distant homes in hope of a better life, and some have lived on this land for more generations than can be counted. Truth and acknowledgment are critical to building mutual respect and connection across all barriers of heritage and difference. We begin this effort to acknowledge what has been buried by honoring the truth. What we now call Corvallis OR, is located within the traditional homelands of the Mary’s River or Ampinefu Band of Kalapuya. Today, living descendants of these people are a part of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Community of Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians. We pay respects to their elders past and present. Please take a moment to consider the many legacies of violence, displacement, migration, and settlement that bring us together here today.

This statement cannot be an empty recognition of indigenous peoples. It MUST be coupled with true solidarity and allyship and efforts to materially decolonize.

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