Need something new to watch, read, or listen to? This month’s media picks offer thoughtful, engaging stories across identity, culture, ability, and wellness. Perfect for sparking conversation, or just unwinding with purpose.

Identity & Belonging

Book: This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories That Make Us by Cole Arthur Riley
Summary: In this powerful debut, the author blends stories from her own life with reflections on dignity, belonging, and the legacy of resilience
Key Insights: Riley explores identity through the lens of spirituality, memory, and embodiment, inviting readers to reflect on how our stories shape who we are and how we relate to one another

Culture & Beliefs

Book: The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother by James McBride
Summary: A memoir of growing up in a mixed-race family, this book offers a deeply personal account of faith, race, and the meaning of home
Key Insights: Blends humor and heartbreak in exploring how culture, religion, and family shape our worldview

Abilities & Perspectives

Film: The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019), directed by Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz
Summary: A modern-day Mark Twain adventure starring an actor with Down syndrome in a lead role, this film tells the story of a young man chasing his dreams of becoming a professional wrestler
Key Insights: Shifts the lens on disability by focusing on capability, joy, and authentic representation

Mind & Well-Being

Podcast: Ten Percent Happier with Dan HarrisSummary: Former news anchor Dan Harris explores mindfulness, emotional resilience, and self-awareness through accessible, science-backed conversations
Key Insights: Great for anyone interested in practical mental health tools without the fluff

Enjoy the journey, and stay curious!