A radiant Black woman stands tall in a glowing field of gladiolus at golden hour, draped in flowing golden and deep red fabric. Her eyes are closed, head tilted gently upward, as if listening to something older than time. Her natural hair rises like a crown of fire—wild, regal, unmistakably Leo. The August sky blazes behind her in streaks of molten orange and indigo, echoing both heat and harvest. Gladiolus blooms sway around her feet like witnesses. She stands in full presence, embodying the sacred tension of August—soft and fierce, still and ignited, a living altar of remembrance and becoming.

Awaken the Flame

Awaken the Flame Step Boldly into August with Radiance, Power and Purpose Before you read, take a deep breath. Let your body soften. Let this message meet you where you are. I wake up with fire in my chest. Not urgency—clarity. Not chaos—conviction. August is here, and I feel it. In my spine, in my skin, in the space around me. Something about this month always lights me up. It’s not just the heat or the Sun sitting in Leo. It’s the remembering. The way August carries both softness and strength. The way it calls me back to the core of who I am. This is the month I stop hiding. The month I say it out loud. The month I embody everything I whispered…

An image capturing the essence of releasing rage and integrating light and dark into the One. In the foreground, the silhouette of a Black woman Shaman, embodying strength and spiritual depth. She stands in a surreal setting, a fusion of light and shadow, symbolizing the merging of opposing energies. The environment is dystopian yet magical, with an intricate play of light and darkness, reflecting the theme of transformation and balance.

Chakra-Cleansing Meditation for Transcending Rage

Disclaimer This guided meditation is designed for educational and spiritual purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you experience any severe physical or emotional discomfort during this meditation, please stop and consult a healthcare professional. In this sacred space, we invite you to explore not just the practices of meditation and chakra balancing, but also to a deeper understanding of the emotions that drive us, and in this post there is a focus on releasing rage. Understanding Rage: Personal and Generational Perspectives Rage in the Individual Context Rage, a profound and intense form of anger,…

A Black woman with long locs sits in quiet reflection before a glowing amber mirror, surrounded by gentle rainfall. Her orange skirt and the golden hues of the setting sun contrast against the gray softness of the storm behind her. She leans forward, grounded and open, her fingers tracing the edge of a pool that holds both her reflection and the flicker of light. The image feels suspended between grief and clarity, memory and awakening—a sacred moment of pause where everything begins to shift.

Solar Return Reflection

Solar Return Reflection A Ritual of Alignment and Intention Each year, the Sun returns to the exact place it occupied at the moment of your birth. This powerful moment—your Solar Return—marks your personal new year. It’s more than just a birthday. It’s a portal. A moment to pause, to witness your evolution, and to call in the frequency of your next becoming. I meet the moment with reverence and intention. My Solar Return Reflection is a living ritual, shaped by what the moment asks of me. It’s how I tend to my own unfolding. I reflect on what’s passed, name what I’m releasing, and breathe life into new visions. It’s not about control—it’s about presence. And when I show up in that presence, I remember…