(Black women are cis, trans, femme, and non-binary persons who identify with Black womanhood.) In the ever-evolving labyrinth of identity, mental health, and relationships, navigating a world rife with simplifications and misconceptions becomes a profoundly empowering odyssey (Smith, 2020; Johnson, 2019). As a Black woman, this voyage has unveiled profound…

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(You are on Stolen land, built by Stolen People…) In the realm of wellness and holistic healing, the pervasive influence of white supremacy remains a bitter pill to swallow. On Turtle Island (Canada/USA), Black and Indigenous communities share deeply interlocking histories characterized by centuries of resistance, resilience, and solidarity against…

(Black women are cis, femmes, and Black womanhood-identifying non-binary persons) Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that transcends all racial and cultural boundaries, yet its impact on Black women often remains shrouded in the shadows. As a Black woman in her 30s, I found myself unexpectedly embarking on a…

From my early years, I nurtured a profound reverence for my cultural history, a connection that remains unshakeable even after being uprooted from our homes during the second civil war, sparked by a tyrant military dictator’s illegal coup. After enduring 30 years of authoritarian rule, which finally ended in 2019…

A Call for Inclusion and Awareness Today, as International Yoga Day is celebrated globally, it is crucial that we pause to reflect on the origins and impact of this event. While many embrace yoga as a means of self-discovery and well-being, it is important to acknowledge that it can also…

(Reminder Black women are cis, trans, and expansive) Yoga has the transformative potential to revolutionize the mental health of Black women. For far too long, Black women have been forced to navigate a society that systemically devalues and oppresses them, leading to a disproportionate amount of stress, anxiety, depression, and…

(Black women ARE cis-gendered, trans, and gender expansive) Over a decade ago I left the field of psychology because it simply did not care about Black women. As a Black woman studying psychology, I struggled to see myself reflected in the readings and assignments of my undergraduate and graduate courses…

(Black Womanhood is inclusive of Black women, femmes, and non-binary persons who identify with Black womanhood.) Beauty, like the sun’s radiant embrace, emanates from the depths of Blackness, illuminating the world with its undeniable power and grace. …