Chattel slavery kept mothers and babies in bondage for centuries, so it’s important to explore how it still impacts our community today. Frederick Douglass was an iconic African American abolitionist, writer, speaker, and statesman. Born into slavery in Talbot County, Maryland around 1818, he escaped in 1838 and became one of the leading voices in the fight against […]
Category: TRAUMA AND ABUSE
Barrel Children Documentary Reflections.
In this live stream I share reflections from a powerful documentary called “Barrel Children” which sheds light on the experiences of children left behind in the Caribbean during the Windrush period when their parents migrated to the UK in search of a better life. The film delves into the emotional and psychological impact on these […]
Resmaaa Menakem and Nova Reid Live in London Reflections!
I’ve been following Resmaa’s work for a number of years and am currently in a 9 month somatic abolisionism process which has been amazing. After hearing he would be visiting London for the first time, I new I had to be there. Resmaa, known for his no-nonsense approach, spoke passionately about the significance of community […]
Self deprivation V protection?
You would think that everyone wants to embrace abundance but many of us are stuck in a compulsive cycle of self deprivation. In this live stream I empower you to unpack and explore this topic with the following questions: What are we trying to protect ourselves from by depriving ourselves? What fears surround being vulnerable […]
‘How can I learn to trust myself?’ 28/30 Live stream challenge.
In today’s live I answer a question from one of my mastermind members who wanted clarity around how she can begin to trust and understand herself. Living inside systems of oppression or being raised in an abusive or neglectful household means that many will struggle this issue. Watch, reflect and use the tools to begin […]
The characteristics of money trauma? 26/30 Live stream challenge.
Someone in my online community asked what is money trauma, so in today’s live I answer the question and talk about some of the characteristics and how they show up in your money behaviour.
Cherish your black body: Part 2. 24/30 Live stream challenge.
In this live, I continue the conversation from part 1 on the importance of cherishing our black bodies and the significance of building relationships within our community. Drawing from personal experiences and observations, we will explore how our internalised oppression can impact the way we treat ourselves and others. By examining these issues, I aim […]
What is black body psychology?
Body psychology provides a framework for exploring how systems of oppression impact the relationship we have with our bodies. How we feel about ourselves in addition to the daily stress of living under the system can manifest in the body as stress, tension, and physical pain. After reading My Grandmothers Hands By Resmaa Menakem, I’m […]
How to deal with angry people.
In this session I continue the conversation around this months theme of anger and share three things to consider when dealing with someone who is angry. Is the anger being expressed respectfully? What comes alive in you being around their angry? Do you shut down or become defensive? Focus on what you will do in […]
The Powerful ‘Black’ Sheep?
In researching content for my Black Mother Wound retreat, I came across a powerful piece of writing that reframes the negative meaning of the ‘black’ sheep of the family. In this live stream I share my thoughts on how this position is an opportunity to reclaim your autonomy and break destructive family patterns! The Black […]