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The seminar that started it all:
I Give Myself Permission

We all hear how important self-care is, but so many of us struggle to actually do it. Why is that?

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In this interactive seminar, I guide participants through the deeper reasons we hold back, whether it's guilt, fear, or the pressure to always be strong. We explore the emotional weight people carry, the habits that keep them stuck, and the personal beliefs that make it hard to put themselves first.

 

This session offers practical tools, space for reflection, and a clear message: you don’t have to wait for someone else to give you permission. You can start giving it to yourself today.

I GIVE MYSELF PERMISSION

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Leading Through Uncertainty

Many leadership teams are overwhelmed with the responsibilities of guiding their teams in the current climate. Some leaders are new to their roles while others have had a long tenure in their roles. 

 

In addition, in the past two-plus years we experienced multiple challenges

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  • Racial Injustice

  • Economic Struggles

  • Burnout/Languishing/Quiet Quitting

  • Divorce/Separation/Increased Arguments 

 

The combination of these events, in addition to other responsibilities, work, family & and relationship challenges can be overwhelming. 

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WHAT WOULD CHANGE IF YOU STOPPED HOLDING BACK

I Give Myself Permission

For years, I’ve helped people move through fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt to build better relationships, take bold risks, and live fuller lives. In I Give Myself Permission, I share the stories, insights, and tools I’ve seen change lives, including my own. This book is for anyone who feels stuck, unsure, or afraid to go after what they really want. Whether it’s your career, your relationship, or your sense of purpose, I want to help you believe in what’s possible and give yourself permission to chase it. You don’t have to wait for the world to give you the green light. You can start now.

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More about Dr. James

  • CEO of George Talks, LLC

  • I help people unlock unlimited possibilities in Business and in Love.

  • 20+ years in the mental health field (Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)

  • 20+ years as a media expert - Today Show, CBS3, NBC News Now, Good Day Philly, Good Day LA, iHeartradio, and many more. 

  • Areas of Practice: Executive Coaching, Media & Corporate Consulting, Speaking, Event host, Media personality & therapy.

  • Host of LEAPcast podcast where I share amazing stories of Leaders, Entertainers, Athletes & Performers. 

  • Married to Dr. Candace Robertson-James & father to Nalani & Alex.

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Testimonials

At the Social Justice Learning Institute we are dedicated to improving the health, education and wellbeing of youth and communities of color while empowering them to create the change they want to see in the world. The leaders of our team’s various programs and efforts bring our mission to life, and I take pouring into them very seriously. We’ve provided different professional development opportunities but being completely transparent, none of them are like Dr. James’ “I Give Myself Permission” keynote and training. It was so authentic, engaging and impactful. He met them where they were as individuals and gave them tools they can use to really unlock the higher levels of themselves, not only in their work but also in their daily lives. It’s even influenced how we encourage one another and the team culture. Thank you Dr. James.

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- Derek Steele, Executive Director, Social Justice Learning Institute

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