“I Put a Price Tag on Me” is a deeply personal, honest conversation between cousins…rooted in love, reflection, and growth.In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Shaquille for a raw and intimate dialogue that spans our childhoods, the loss of his mother, and the ways grief has shaped how he loves, heals, and shows up in the world. Shaquille opens up about his marriage, the challenges they faced, and the intentional work it took to overcome them. We talk openly about his struggles with suicidal thoughts, the journey toward choosing life, and the process of discovering who he truly is beneath expectations and performance.Together, we unpack what it means to live in authenticity, and how valuing quality over quantity in relationships changed his life, how recognizing performative behavior (in himself and others) became a turning point, and how loss taught him not only how to grieve, but how to love more deeply. This conversation holds space for pain and healing at the same time, exploring how gratitude can exist alongside grief.This episode is full of love, reflection, and lessons learned the hard way. An offering for anyone navigating loss, identity, relationships, or the courage it takes to choose yourself.We also shine a light on Black Pride YYC, a Black queer-led community organization here in Calgary that continues to create space, connection, and support for Black queer folks. @BlackPrideYYC 🤍