Don't hold anything too tightly.

Just wish for it, want it, let it come from the intention of real truth for you, and then let it go.

For me, our soul is like it's unbound, it's limitless, but we will use words to limit ourselves.

When people stop believing that somebody's got your back or Superman's coming, we turn to ourselves.

And that's where you become empowered.

Courageous participation attracts positive things.

I'm Gwyneth Paltrow, and this is the Goop Podcast, where we bring together thought leaders,

scientists, healers, creatives, and seekers.

I'm so grateful to be able to interview these bright minds and share their incredible wisdom with you.

And I especially love listening to the conversations that are led by my brilliant co-host and friend,

Erica Chitty. Erica is the CEO and co-founder of Loom, and she's been a part of the Goop family

since the beginning days. We believe it's simply asking questions and listening has the power to

change the way we see the world. I'll let Erica fill you in on her guest today.

Today's guest is Danielle Prescott. Danielle is the author of Token Black Girl, which explores for

15-year career in the beauty and fashion industry at publications like In Style, BET, and Teen Vogue.

In this episode, Danielle and I talk about what led her to write her memoir and her experiences

about growing up black and predominantly white spaces, and how pop culture and media influenced

her early self-identity. And what changes Danielle would like to see in the fashion and beauty

industry today? Okay, let's get to Danielle Prescott. So why don't we just dive right in?

Okay. So, congrats on your book, Token Black Girl, and thank you for being here.

Thank you for having me. So, I know a little bit about you from your book, but for those that don't

know you and are connecting with you in your work the first time, you were a beauty and fashion editor

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