Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What does it take to keep believing in yourself while navigating the pressure, rejection, and expectations that come with life in the entertainment industry?
In Episode 3 of INFMG Season 8, Normani and Ryan Destiny reunite at ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans for an honest conversation about sisterhood, resilience, self-care, and trusting your individual journey.
Normani reflects on returning to the city that raised her for a full-circle performance, while Ryan shares what it means to support a friend whose dedication and perseverance continue to inspire her. Together, they discuss tuning out the noise, giving yourself grace, finding alignment, and surrounding yourself with people who understand your experience.
This episode is sponsored by Coca-Cola® in partnership with ESSENCE, celebrating the meaningful connections that help us refresh, reset, and continue moving forward.
Watch more from INFMG Season 8 on ESSENCE YouTube.
Subscribe to ESSENCE - ow.ly/QXFD50lRgPz
ESSENCE is the Black woman’s guide to what’s hot now — our stars, our style, our lives.
Connect with ESSENCE Online:
► Website: essence.com
► Facebook: facebook.com/essence
► Twitter: twitter.com/essence
► Instagram: instagram.com/essence
What does it take to keep believing in yourself while navigating the pressure, rejection, and expectations that come with life in the entertainment industry?
In Episode 3 of INFMG Season 8, Normani and Ryan Destiny reunite at ESSENCE Festival of Culture in New Orleans for an honest conversation about sisterhood, resilience, self-care, and trusting your individual journey.
Normani reflects on returning to the city that raised her for a full-circle performance, while Ryan shares what it means to support a friend whose dedication and perseverance continue to inspire her. Together, they discuss tuning out the noise, giving yourself grace, finding alignment, and surrounding yourself with people who understand your experience.
This episode is sponsored by Coca-Cola® in partnership with ESSENCE, celebrating the meaningful connections that help us refresh, reset, and continue moving forward.
Watch more from INFMG Season 8 on ESSENCE YouTube.
Subscribe to ESSENCE - ow.ly/QXFD50lRgPz
ESSENCE is the Black woman’s guide to what’s hot now — our stars, our style, our lives.
Connect with ESSENCE Online:
► Website: essence.com
► Facebook: facebook.com/essence
► Twitter: twitter.com/essence
► Instagram: instagram.com/essence
