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Podcast Interview with Tai Davis of Dynamics of Dialogue

7/16/2019

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We had such a beautiful experience. Tai Davis was a warm, graicious, host, down to earth, powerful & kindred spirit. We are so grateful for this moment! Check her out on social media Dynamics of Dialogue on Facebook and on Instagram @offcialdofd. Here is the interview she hosted with Ife Wilson and Sunshyne Purnell of Harambee House of Wellness.
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I Limit Myself/I Free Myself

1/17/2019

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You can't escape from a prison until you recognize you are in one. People who have chosen to live within the limits of their old beliefs continue to have the same experiences. It takes effort and commitment to break old patterns
Bob Proctor
We tend to think that the sky is the limit.
But if you really look at limitations, the greatest one is the mind.

This takes me back to my teenage years, riding around the block with my friends bumping loudly to Master P's  "I'm a No Limit Soldier; I thought I told you!" Not really grasping the concept of, not the song in it's entirety, just the repetitive hook. I was too busy clowning rather than observing.

Think about the positivity, the confidence, and the self empowering message of this hook, (for today let's call it our  mantra).
  • "I'm a No Limit Soldier! When it comes to my essence, my soul there are no limits. What I want , I shall pursue and gain!  I will soldier on or perservere my way to the reality that I want!!
  • "I thought I told Ya!"- This part must be included in the Mantra because... People will sleep on you!!! There will be naysayers, there will be toxic vampires waiting for you to fail.  So you gotta let them KNOW "I thought I told ya!!" But it must be done in a less egotistical way, such as letting them know by: being of service, being of light, walking the path you must walk,  being diligent with your goals, working on you. In otherwords, being the example.  
It is only SELF that places limitations on SELF. See, once we get into our adulthood, we become infused and conditioned with the woe is me/victim mentality. It soothes us,  it gives meaning to our traumas, misfortunes and pain. However,  it does not serve or heal us in an empowering way.  In fact,  it causes us to become:
  • stuck in cycles of repetitive behaviors
  •  choosing the same type of mates
  •  believing that we're broke and poor and this is where we'll stay
  •  producing negative thought patterns and negative surroundings
Thoughts that bombard our daily lives, for instance: "I didn't grow up with a silver spoon in my mouth" or "Because this negative thing happened to me, I am ashamed, I dont' deserve better!"or  "I was dealt a raw deal!"

   We let these things become the very breath we breathe, the misguided walk that we walk, the drama-filled talk that we talk;  we let it define us. We start believing that we don't deserve better, so in turn we don't do better. It's so deep and detrimental to our thought process,  that subconsciously we don't even think about it. We just exist living paycheck to paycheck,  we just dwell in attracting mates that pull us down rather than build us up. We then become numb to our own intuition, creative intelligence and most importantly our purpose. We lose our value in victimhood. Our strength deteriorates.  We begin to believe that we are incapable of creating the life that we truly want, desire and absolutely deserve! We exsist; not fully feeling ALIVE! ! We walk around thinking we are just a body and we forget our SPIRIT!  We place our ability to change on an outside source, In turn, everything  have and need is already  within us!
  • For my religious people-God/Allah/Abba is within.
  • For my spiritual people-the Universe guides us from within;  our intuitive presence  is within.
  • For my people who may not believe in a higher source-the power to change is within.
  • To my Pagans /Bruha -Your magic is within.
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Sunshyne's STOP LIST
  • -Stop placing limitations on yourself,  because of the hurt you've been through!
 
  • -Stop thinking you don't deserve something,  because of what somebody said to you! 
 
  • -Stop self-sabotaging!
 
  • -Stop thinking you're  worthless!
 
  • -Stop letting your past define you!
 
  • -Stop giving your body, time and effort away to people who suppress your light!
 
  • -Stop stagnant behaviors!
 
  • -Stop passing family toxicity down generation after generation!
 
  • -Stop ignoring your health and wellbeing!
 
  • -Stop thinking that caring for your mental health is shameful!
 
  • - Stop thinking that children don't have a voice!
 
  • -Stop thinking  that you can't!
 
  • - Stop judging people; Judge yourself!
 
  • - Stop gossiping and talking about people; worry about yourself!
 
  • -Stop thinking it's too late to start something new!
 
  • -Stop Thinking being sensual and feminine is dirty!
 
  • -Stop thinking Masculinity is always hard, not smiling and not crying!
 
  • - Stop thinking that what you're going through, your frustrations, things happening to you back to back to back to back, are "coincidences" or is happening because you are a "bad person". It means it's time for you to move, take action and change something!
 
  • -Stop ignoring when people show you who they are!!! (This goes for husbands, wives, Mama's, Daddy's, friends EVERYONE!) Clean house and get rid of people who don't desire to love themselves or you properly.
 
  • -Stop thinking that you're just a human body without spiritual reinforcement surrounding your every move.
 
  • -Stop forgetting your ancestors!
 
  • -Stop giving your power away!
 
  • - Stop making choices that discredit higher vibrations!
 
  • -Stop lying to yourself!
 
  • -Stop being a victim in your situation! 

  • -Stop allowing family to disrespect, dishonor and mistreat you, all in the name of "family"!
 
  • - Stop eating crap!
 
  • -Stop thinking small and negatively!

  • - Stop thinking your way is the only way to be!​
 
  • -Stop worrying about what homegirl and'nem are saying about you! Move forward!

You know why!!?? Because,  " You a No Limit Soilder, I thought I told ya!

Peace and Light!

sunshynethadevine











































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Interview with an Herbalist

12/2/2018

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​Cathyann Ellison

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I had the honor and privilege of capturing an interview with Pregnancy Empowerment Coach Cathyann Ellison. She is a POWERHOUSE when it comes to women’s health, womb wellness and nutrition.  I connected with Cathyann through our shared journey of seeking self-healing. We both were trained by Ifátóóké Olósundé Àjàlá of the Yoni Steam Institute as Yoni Steam Practitioners and trained in Womb Yoga by Sanovia Muhammad. Cathyann has a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and certificates in: Integrative Nutrition , Raw Food Chef Professional Herbalism, Practical Nursing, Colon Hydrotherapy, CranioSacral Therapy, Yoni (Vaginal) Steaming. Please enjoy!


Sunshyne: How long have you been a practicing herbalist?
Cathyann: Since 2016


Sunshyne: What sparked your interest in herbalism?
Cathyann: I took a training with Dr. Afrika in 2007 and heard how passionate he was about herbs but because he said they took long to work in the body I stayed away. At the time I was using essential oils and colonics among others things that gave me quick results.

However, fast forward to 2011 when my midwife recommended herbs for me to drink as infusions during my pregnancy and for is after I gave birth.

Then in 2013 when I had my first miscarriage and feeling the need to cleanse and reset my body naturally I researched herbs I could drink and I also looked into Yoni Steaming. I subsequently scheduled a session and also attended a virtual birth summit where they spoke highly of using herbs and how effective they were and I was hooked after that.

I became a Yoni Steam Practitioner with the Yoni Steam Institute in 2013 where I learned more about herbs and in 2014 I took a female herb intensive training with Aremisa of Indigenous Remedies. Wanting to learn more, I signed up for the professional training with Herb Culture University so I could improve my knowledge based and offer this service to my clients.


Sunshyne: Which culture of herbs do you work with mostly?
Cathyann: Tropical/ Caribbean


Sunshyne:  Why did you choose this field of herbology?
Cathyann: To help women like myself to care for their bodies naturally and prepare for pregnancy especially after a miscarriage.

 Sunshyne: Who are some of your mentors and teachers?
Cathyann: Dr. Akua Gray, Dr. Llaila Afrika, Sherrice Sledge-Thomas, Aremisa Hailey, Queen Afua, Joshua Rosenthal



Sunshyne: What training did you go through to gain herbalist status?
Cathyann: I took the Professional Herbalist training offered by Herb Culture University



Sunshyne: What herbs do you incorporate in your everyday routine?or Your go-to herbs?
Cathyann: Nettle, red clover, red raspberry, burdock root, dandelion root, yellow dock, sarsaparilla, ginger root, fennel seeds, cinnamon, bay leaf, soursop leaf, seamoss, vitex



Sunshyne:  What are some of your greatest accomplishments as a cultural herbalist?
Cathyann: Just knowing that they are a source of food that nourish my body I have used the herbs to reset my womb to be able to carry new life after 3 miscarriages. The blend I steamed with and drank was vitex, red clover and burdock.


Sunshyne: What is the most challenging part, in your perspective, of being an herbalist? 
Cathyann: When the clients invest, see the results them stop taking the herbs and wonder why symptoms return. I have to keep reminding them that is like how they eat certain food they like everyday. Now these nourishing to herbs are a part of their routine




Sunshyne: When you are creating herbal product,  What is your favorite method of application and why?
Love infusions because of how quick they assimilate into the bloodstream..



Sunshyne: Tell me a little bit about your business, services , product and/or courses.
Cathyann: My business is called Fertile Womb Lifestyle. I offer a signature coaching program called Pregnancy Empowerment After Miscarriage which can be done as a self paced program, 1:1 coaching or as group coaching. I also offer an herb blend called MoonTyme Komfort which contains Nettle Leaf, Cinnamon Bark and Red Raspberry Leaf.

Sunshyne: Do you have any book recommendations?
Cathyann: Down There and Wise Woman Herbal For The Childbearing Year by Susun Weed are two of my favorites


Sunshyne: What advice do you have for an aspiring herbalist?
Cathyann: Be patient and remind the client that you are a mentor and a guide who is helping them to be their own healer. They have to do the work.



We want to thank Cathyann for making space to do this interview!!! She is always a delight to work with and a vital strength in our community. For more information on Cathyann, what she does, offers and more, Find her on: 
Facebook here ,
Instagram @fertilewomblifestyle 
Visit her website here! Peace Be!!


Thank you for reading The Harambee House of Wellness Blog <3

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All I want...

9/3/2016

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In the Summer of 2004, while carrying my first daughter- 2nd child. I received a knock at my door. I glanced through the peephole to find on the other side, my neighbor. We noticed one another around, but had never interacted besides a greeting here or there. She too was expecting her first daughter-1st child. I opened the door and she says to me in the most honest vibration I have ever encountered, "I just need someone to talk to." I noticed immediately how strong and powerful she was in that moment. Without hesitation, I let her in. We became each others safe haven, confidants, resource, we became sisters. Little did we know the behind the scene forces that orchestrated this meeting.  I gave birth in September to Dasha that year and she, to Kyrah in April of the following year. 7 months and 7 days apart. So here we were new mothers of baby girls. We continued to support one another in any way we could as our babies grew. We began noticing the connection between the girls. They had a genuine love for one another. They became inseparable, best friends, each others safe haven, confidants, resource, they became...... sisters!  As the girls got older, their schedules began to become filled with recitals, classes , family trips, practices and many things that come with growth. We, the mommies, still managed to keep the girls in touch.  

Now we are here in 2016, We just celebrated my daughters 12th birthday this passed September 2nd. I asked her, what she wanted for her birthday. She sat still and contemplated. I thought maybe she'd ask for a bike, a massage session, some clothes, a nice dinner party, but instead she simply stated, "All I want is to see Kyrah." Nothing more, nothing less, she wanted her sister. It was such a compelling moment, because there are many moments where I just want my sisters. It's then I began feeling so proud that she gets it. Sisterhood. I was not raised to appreciate and nourish my sisters. Instead my environment taught me to talk and snicker behind her back, judge her, belittle her, spread her business and worst of all I am not her and she is not me. So this moment brings me great joy in recognizing my sisterhood.....As they grow from the womb, to little ones, to young ladies, to grown women, I honor them as my sisters.  They have the privilege to take this sisterhood into their adult life and share their story of how they have been best friends since the womb. They will get to share their testimony with their children and keep this story close to their hearts.

 So of course we made this reunion, this request happen. Sisterhood is a powerful component that we need so very badly!

 I am in complete awe of how beautiful these young ladies have become. Both smart, creative, funny, and loving. I am sure we all have been in a place where we've been asked, what do you want? "All I want is to see [friends name here]." <3

9 ways to honor your sister-friend:
  1. Love-Tell her you love her. Simple as that.
  2. Treat her- Treat her to dinner, massage, reiki session, a gift, a yoni steam.
  3. Song-Send her a positive song
  4. Babysit- Give her a night of freedom, let the babies spend the night.
  5. Gift card- Give her a gift card to her favorite store
  6. Slumber Party- Who says only children are the only ones who get sleepovers. Get your fluffy socks, pajamas, snacks, facials and Netflix!
  7. Sacred Circle- Plan your very own sacred circle.
  8. Loyalty- Give them honesty, respect and truth. Don't gossip about them, communicate with them.
  9. Time- Your time and energy is valuable, sharing that with your sisters is priceless!




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Fall into Change

10/1/2015

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The trees are changing, the temperature is dropping, a time of reflection is upon us. Whether we want change or not, it's on the way. The more we deny it, the more it approaches us with a dynamic force. What can we learn from the colorful beauty of Autumn? Just as the leaves, we should follow suit and let things go that don't serve us. We must slow down and go inward and adjust accordingly by removing what does not fulfill our greatest truths and desires.  Not only are we entering the season of Fall, we are also in a season of change within the Universe. Intuitively we feel like there is more, something has to be different than what's before us. Somethings gotta give.  Here are some ways to administer change in your life.

  1. WRITE- Write down your goals, journal your emotions, keep track of your dreams. Often times writing your goals down helps bring them into fruition them. Journaling helps you see how much you have grown over time and your dreams may give you clues to help you navigate through this realm.
  2. SOMETHING NEW-  There is a quote by Brian Tracy that says "Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new." Do just that!!! So sign up for that class, research something, new, go book shopping, learn a new skill, call that cousin your family think is weird, but you kinda admire and learn something new.
  3. BE CREATIVE- Redecorate,  Paint an abstract painting, Decoupage. You may very well find a passion in creativity. Self expression inspires change and it brings new people and diverse philosophies into your life. 
  4. MEDITATE-   Meditation can bring about a true personal transformation. As you learn more about yourself through the art of mediation, you will naturally begin discovering more about yourself which will lead to, yeah you guessed it "change!"
  5. GRATITUDE- Lead your life with a thankful heart. Gratitude makes you happier, strengthens emotions and best of all, it invites more things in your life to be thankful for.      
  6. CHANGE YOUR THOUGHTS-  The Law of Attraction is the belief that positive thoughts are magnets for positive life experiences and negative thoughts are magnets for negative life experiences. Check out this article by Remez Sasson  on Law of Attraction. It gives a great detailed summary.  Tip---->>Whenever you wrestle with a negative thought, replace it immediately with it's positive opposite. For example "I hate my life!" becomes "I love my life!"                                      
  7. INTUITION - Sharpen your intuitive side. Your inner voice and gut feelings are the best measures for what should be released in your life. If it's a job, a relationship, a habit,  you already know the answers. We avoid the truth because it's uncomfortable or not wanting to "rock the boat,"  but the truth is, the boat needs to be rocked! The boat sometimes should be knocked down and reconstructed so that you can invite your greatest potential.  It is the season of change, healing, manifesting and self-care. It's time!


-sunshynethadevine
Harambee House of Wellness

678-824-5025
harambeesacredcircles@gmail.com
"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone."
Neale Donald Walsch


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Bring on the Calm

9/22/2015

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"The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom."
-James Allen


We often times allow things to affect us that are insignificant to our growth. In most cases, it's not even our emotion or issue. We easily pick up on others feelings or emotions.  They have an attitude, you get an attitude, They don't want to be bothered, you don't want to be bothered. A vicious cycle begins! We have to tap into the super power of calm to manifest and attract good things our way. Here are 7 ways you can "ACTIVATE CALM!"


1. Take deep breaths- Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. As you breathe in focus on the emotion that you feel. As you breathe out, let that emotion go. Scan your body and notice any tense areas. While breathing focus on releasing that tension.

2. Go for a walk- Nature is healing and calming. Tap into the energy of the earth to help soothe any anxiety or frustration. Hug a tree, put your feet in the soil, listen to water flow, feel the wind move around you. Let nature guide you.

3. Meditate- Turn on some relaxing music and let it take you away.

4. Take a hot bath- Add Epsom Salt, Sea salt, baking soda, essential oils and soft music and treat yourself to a spa of your own.

5. Play with your stones- Healing stones have a wonderful way of soothing the spirit.  Amethyst, Celestite, Howlite, Hematite, Ocean Jasper, and Lepidolite are great stones for grounding and calmness.

6. Dance- Turn on your favorite tunes and move! Get your energy moving, blood flowing and release!

7. Come see us- We offer many services to bring calm into your life. Reiki is excellent for calming the body, mind and spirit. We are staffed with Reiki Practitioners to help you. Speak with one of our life coaches, book a yoga class with us, treat yourself to a massage with our massage therapist . We are here to serve our community and we invite you to utilize our services. 





Honorable mentions
  • Make Love
  • Color
  • Call a friend and reminisce
  • Hug 
  • Go out and try something new
  • Write down what you're thankful for
  • Snuggle
  • Watch stand up comedy
  • Visit a Garden or plant something




-sunshynethadevine
Harambee House of Wellness

678-824-5025
harambeesacredcircles@gmail.com


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