Book excerpt: The phrase "while Black" was coined to signal the dangers that Black people sometimes face doing everyday things like driving, jogging and holding a cell phone. The Joy of Thriving While Black turns that idea on its head. Part memoir, part invitation for self-reflection, The Joy of Thriving While Black is about the intersection between Blackness and well-being. Author Charisse M. Williams examines thriving while Black as both an individual pursuit and a collective experience. Driven by her personal narratives and those of the friends she profiles, the book explores ten contributors to thriving including community, pride, self-care and resilience. In addition to offering inspiring stories, in The Joy of Thriving While Black, Williams shares her wisdom on: How to coach yourself towards growth and change. Reframing limiting beliefs that keep you stuck and interfere with you living your best life. Questions for reflection to help you find more joy and thrive. If you want to join the celebration of Black lives and learn more about thriving, The Joy of Thriving While Black is the book you need right now.