Dear Universe is a lighthearted and insightful collection of inspirational letters--with a southern twist- that invites each of us to transform our social and spiritual lives. Written by Akili over the span of many years working as a counselor and educator, each letter glimmers with both the joy of self-realization and a universal wisdom that echoes across the page. "No one celebrates and connects spirituality and social change in the way Yolo Akili does. Anoint yourself with these loving and strengthening words and then get out there and engage with life!" - Phyllis Alesia Perry, Author of Stigmata and A Sunday In June. "Yolo is an existential riddle, part wise old soul and part wise kid brother. Put this delightful epistle in your pocket and put wise young Yolo in your heart. You will be happy you did. -Franklin Abbott, Author of Pink Zinnia and BoyHood: Growing Up Male. "Dear Universe helps us see that when we encounter and embrace the truth of who we are, we become empowered to use that truth to benefit all humanity, indeed, all creation."-Layli Maparyan, (From the Foreword) Author of The Womanist Idea & The Womanist Reader