Christie Black-Murrell was born and raised in Columbus, GA just 100 miles south of the big city of Atlanta, GA. All her life she has used writing as an avenue to express her feelings and creative imagination. She has several publications spanning back to 2008 with Random Thoughts of Perplexed, Relaxed Soul (a collection of poetry). Since her first book she has written 12 others focusing on the 5 Casel Components of social emotional learning specifically self-awareness.  She has done numerous workshops, trainings, guest speaker events that encouraged the attendees to know who they are and to effectively utilize affirmations and positive self-talk. Dr. Christie strives daily to "Speak Life and Promote Love" to all that she engages. She believes that writing is a part of her purpose in life and gives her all in everything that she writes. Lastly, Christie Black-Murrell is a devoted wife and mother who believes in finding the positive in all things.