What do you do when it feels like everyone else already knows what they’re doing—and you’re still figuring it out?

In this episode of the Black-Liberation.Tech podcast, Dr. Renée Jordan answers questions for learners who are curious, self-directed, resourceful, and often learning outside traditional structures.

We talk about:

• What it really means to feel “behind” (and why you probably aren’t)
• How to use tools like AI and the internet as learning partners—not shortcuts
• Staying motivated when there are no deadlines, grades, or feedback
• Advocating for yourself when institutions aren’t meeting your needs
• Turning DIY learning into portfolios, projects, and proof you can show

If you’ve ever taught yourself something because the system didn’t, this episode is for you.

You’re not cheating. You’re not behind. You’re building skills the system doesn’t always know how to measure—yet.

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What happens when a class offers little structure, no homework, and minimal guidance—but still expects mastery?

In this episode of the Black-Liberation.Tech Podcast, Dr. Renee Jordan responds to questions that center listeners who are motivated, capable, and deeply invested in their education—yet navigating the uncertainty of self-directed learning.

Together, we explore what it really means to take ownership of your learning without feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or burnt out. This conversation reframes DIY learning as a professional and liberatory skill, not a shortcut or a burden.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to identify what you should be learning when there are no assignments or clear instructions
• How to take charge of your education without feeling like you’re doing everything alone
• The critical difference between being self-directed and being unsupported—and how to protect your peace
• How to evaluate tutorials, videos, and online resources in an age of information overload
• How to know whether your DIY learning is “working”

This episode is for learners who value excellence, cultural grounding, and purpose—and for anyone quietly wondering if they’re doing enough or doing it “right.”

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I learning—or just surviving?”—this conversation is for you.

Listen, reflect, and reclaim your agency.

What happens when you’re capable, curious, and doing “everything right”… but the next step still feels unclear?

In this episode of the Black-Liberation.Tech Podcast, Dr. Renée Jordan responds to five powerful questions from listeners who identify with Ashley—high-achieving, thoughtful, and quietly unsure—and opens the door for those who identify with Jasmine, who may be navigating uncertainty in real time.

Together, we explore:

• How to tell the difference between fear and a real signal to pivot
• Which skills matter before you know your final career destination
• How to make choices without disappointing your family—or yourself
• What to do when you’re interested in too many things
• How to trust yourself when the next step isn’t obvious

This episode is not about rushing to clarity. It’s about learning how to listen to yourself, recognize patterns, and move forward with intention—even when the map isn’t finished yet.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing well, but I still feel unsure,” this conversation is for you.

Leave your questions or reflections in the comments.

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