Meet Shawnti "Journal Bae" Refuge

Shawnti Refuge is a Master Certified Mental Health Coach, advocate, speaker, and author of "Quiet As Kept", who is passionate about helping others heal through the power of guided journaling. After experiencing a mental breakdown in 2018, she chose journaling over medication and discovered a transformative path to self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Through her books, workshops, and coaching programs, she supports busy professionals—especially Black women—in breaking free from mental, financial, and emotional stagnation. Whether she’s leading transformational masterminds, hosting impactful live sessions, or delivering hard truths with a dose of sarcasm, Shawnti is committed to helping people reclaim their peace and fall in love with themselves again.