From the mind of Antwain Donte', Dear Beautiful Boy is his journal entries that he's never said aloud, the journal entries he's never allowed anyone to read, and the journal entries that he would only whisper to God... More than a journal entry, Dear Beautiful Boy is an unfiltered, unwavering, charismatic, realistic, emotional, flawed look in the mirror at the reality of what happens when you write a letter that starts with Dear Beautiful Boy...
On this episode of Dear Beautiful Boy, Antwain Donte' is challenging the idea that transformation must begin with a New Year’s resolution. Instead, he focuses on what it means to grow on your own schedule, for your own reasons, and in ways that honor who you genuinely are… This episode is about choosing change that supports your confidence, your peace, your well-being, and most of all, your authenticity... Happy New Year, Beautiful Boy!!
23 Dec 2025
Journal Entry 7 - The Gift to Myself
Today we are talking about the complexity of giving a gift to someone close to us, only to realize we never truly noticed what they like. Tap in as Antwain Donte’ examines how meaningful gift giving is less about perfection and more about intention, connection, and showing care even when we are unsure…. However, on the other side of gift giving, have you ever gone to buy yourself something special, only to freeze because you genuinely do not know what you want, because you are faced with the reality that you don’t know who you are or what you like? Turning to the pages of his journal, Antwain Donte’ dives into that moment—the one that reveals just how disconnected we can become from our own preferences, desires, and identity…Dear Beautiful Boy, Merry Christmas from a Beautiful Boy!!
16 Dec 2025
Journal Entry 6 - 86,400 seconds…
From the heart of Antwain Donte' to the woman whose strength shaped our family. On this edition of Dear Beautiful Boy, he pauses to honor her resilience, her sacrifices, and the unwavering love she poured into every season of his life. This is his moment to say thank you for always being there and for carrying the family with grace. Call this one, Dear Beautiful Mother!!!
9 Dec 2025
Journal Entry 5 - I’m Proud of You - Grateful
Sit back and enjoy as this Special Edition of Dear Beautiful Boy is dedicated to the power of gratitude. Listen in as Antwain Donte' pauses to acknowledge the people, moments, and lessons that have shaped him to this point of being a beautiful boy. Hold tight to him as he shares his personal stories of thanks, reflects on what it means to be genuinely grateful, and celebrates the impact of appreciation in our daily lives.
11 Nov 2025
Journal Entry 4 - The Thirty-Second Pill… Dear Love
In this deeply honest episode, Antwain opens up about the tangled intersections of love, life, and the silent battles too many face alone. From the highs of connection to the lows of isolation, this entry explores how relationships, purpose, and pain can all coexist — and how finding hope doesn’t always look the same for everyone. If you’ve ever questioned your place in the world or struggled to hold on, this one’s for you.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicidal thoughts and mental health struggles. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 for free, confidential support 24/7... Dear Beautiful Boy!!
28 Oct 2025
Journal Entry 3 - The Seventh Text… To Live or Die???
Have you ever considered what happens When Love Isn’t Enough??
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes of abandonment, overdose, and emotional pain that may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening.
In this deeply vulnerable episode, Antwain. Donte' opens up about the hidden pain that nearly consumed him. He shares how feeling unloved in his relationship brought back old wounds of abandonment from his father—emotions so heavy they led him down the path of an...(you'll find out)
What follows is a raw account of his struggle, the anger he directed at God, and the questions he wrestled with in the aftermath. This episode is not just about brokenness, but about the weight of love, loss, and the search for meaning when life feels unbearably unfair... Dear Beautiful Boy!!!
💙 If you or someone you know is struggling, please know you are not alone. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to be connected with support 24/7. If outside the U.S., International Assistance can be found here: International Suicide Hotlines (https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/)
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14 Oct 2025
Journal Entry 2 - The Love Letter… Why Not You
In this heartfelt episode, Antwain Donte' shares a powerful letter written to a young him as a reminder of his worth, his potential, and his journey ahead. It’s a message of pride, encouragement, and truth—an affirmation that he is seen, valued, and loved just as he is... Pay attention as you hear the curated words of wisdom urging a young AD to stay the course, trust himself, and never compromise who he was created to be. Whether you’re a parent, mentor, or simply someone who believes in the next generation, this episode will leave you inspired to speak life and hope into the young people around you... Dear Beautiful Boy!
23 Sept 2025
Journal Entry 1.2 - Dear Dad… 35 years later!
Antwain Donte’ details an open letter from a son to the father who left him, where he pours out the pain of growing up without his love, guidance, or presence. He describes the loneliness and unanswered questions that haunted his childhood, and the anger he carried for years. Yet, as a man, he chooses to release that hurt. With honesty and vulnerability, he tells his father that although the wounds will always be a part of him, he no longer holds resentment—he forgives, not to excuse the past, but to free his own heart and finally find peace… Dear Beautiful Boy
9 Sept 2025
Journal Entry 1 - 7 years old
At age 7, a child typically enters Piaget's concrete operational stage (https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS654US654&hl=en-US&cs=1&sca_esv=39d1a7f4746557b0&sxsrf=AE3TifNILZKs_pO981xzUQPax2yjg7XAdQ%3A1757125896190&q=Piaget%27s+concrete+operational+stage&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjpst-GjMOPAxUxmIkEHU4cB4sQxccNegQIBBAB&mstk=AUtExfB-QpYrIbn2CuKDO4WZYGo6SC2LNyMvwKRWte63eHnMITKmkCgsawhtEJsJOa3lPMDx1uxbGc4Kc2qkSYswzpBH-0dG8Z0DU45k8C2FvjeVOQfYzTpcJol0pEtNjVovX58n_SDl4fekNmilvNayoPyqp7CgT3j2IsjbvYAjBLuhsphHiWXwJg5AlxdNhy7Mqb_MnIhHudS8ZQkB7q2cfOvXpgQ3x92s2TIh-4cmwUcbBpqaHqSylR8CdkSWcHy6l91aJAUopwegz5T9QrHgmwZwsuEytBaBmuSMSa9BPiVq8g&csui=3), characterized by the development of logical thinking about concrete, physical events, and the understanding of concepts like conservation and reversibility... However, when it comes to Antwain Donte', he was in a place of... actually, press place so he can tell you himself. Dear Beautiful Boy!
1 Sept 2025
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