Energy Shift: Back Into the Rat Race 🐀💚

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story

Higher Self

October 1: Welcome Back to the Rat Race!

⏰ 5:15 AM. The alarm goes off, and Lizzy Jeff's Expansion starts playing.

😌 Yessss! I'm expanding! 🎶 Singing along

Shower? Check! Dressed? Check! Ready to go? CHECK!

Let's do this!

I'm walking into this new chapter with my crystals, copper, bells, and all my spiritual goodness. 😂🤭

As I enter the building, I recognize a few familiar faces from the hiring event. I smile and head upstairs.

"Welcome to ______! Your name is?" asks an attractive woman.

"Aisha Wells," I reply.

We make eye contact, and something feels...off. 🤷🏾‍♀️

Hmm. Okay. Moving right along!

I find my seat and begin scanning the call center. Now, let's be real. How many people do you see walking around wearing crystals, copper, and bells? 👀😂 I already know I'm going to catch a few looks!

Training starts on Teams, and after a while, my mind starts to wander.

Girl, you got this. It's a temporary job. Soak up the knowledge, stay focused, and remember why you're here.

Suddenly, I hear my name.

"Ashia? Asia? Ms. Wells!"

😳 Oh, SNAP!

"It's Aisha," I correct them. "I have two boys, three grandchildren, and I opened Hell's Kitchen here in Las Vegas!"

I quickly scan the screen and catch a few eye rolls.

🥺 Oh, for real?!

Okay, then!

After the first few hours, we finally get a break. I decide to approach a woman who mentioned that she was on a similar spiritual path. I figure, why not chop it up a little?

Before I know it, she's sharing her life story.

And WOW!

Poor baby has BEEN THROUGH IT! 😔💚

I'm listening, connecting, and taking it all in.

But over the next few days, something feels off.

People are staring.

I'm feeling out of place.

The energy feels different.

And I'm sitting there thinking, What the hell is going on?

I don't want to go back! This 💩 feels entirely too weird! 🥺🥺🥺

What happened to my peace? My Zen? My little spiritual bubble?

Oh, we're about to get into that!

October 2: Friday Reflections

As I sit in my truck and reflect on the week, I start to feel overwhelmed.

🥺🥺🥺

Higher Self: Calm down, Aisha.

You've been living in your own Zen space, creating your own rhythm and moving in a way that feels right for you. You've had the freedom to choose how you spend your time, what you consume, and where you direct your energy.

Now you're back at work, surrounded by different personalities, perspectives, expectations, and energies.

You took it all in. That's okay. You just need time to adjust.

Remember your Four Agreements.

Me: But I really don't like the way that supervisor looks at me. It's like she can't stand me! And the other one? Her personality doesn't feel authentic. And that dude? NOT approachable! 😒

Higher Self: And?

Me: 😳 And WHAT?!

Higher Self: Are you allowing their behavior to determine how you feel about yourself?

Are you assuming what they think of you?

Are you taking their expressions and personalities personally?

Remember, Aisha, you don't know what's going on inside somebody else's head.

You can observe someone's behavior without deciding you know their intentions.

And let's bring this back to YOU.

Are you being authentic?

Why are you here?

What's your purpose?

Me: To get this money, gain experience, and move forward! 💰💪🏾

Higher Self: EXACTLY!

Keep your eyes on your goal.

You know your light and confidence may make some people uncomfortable, but you don't need to decide that their behavior is about your light or their insecurities. You don't know their story.

And more importantly, you don't need to make it your story.

You can be aware without becoming consumed.

You can listen without carrying somebody else's burdens.

You can be compassionate without absorbing every emotion in the room.

THAT is part of protecting your peace.

Remember, being spiritual doesn't mean you won't encounter difficult personalities, uncomfortable situations, or challenging environments.

It means learning to navigate those situations without losing yourself.

Welcome back to the Rat Race, baby!

😂😂😂

Me: Deep breath.

I got this! 💪🏾

October 5: Finding My Rhythm Again

By now, I've connected with a beautiful soul who has become my work buddy. 💚

And let me tell you, that connection has made a difference!

I'm starting to find my rhythm. I'm learning to navigate the personalities around me without overanalyzing every look, interaction, or little thing that doesn't feel quite right.

I'm getting back into the groove!

😁😁😁

I GOT THIS!

It's just like riding a bike. I might be a little wobbly at first, but eventually, I remember how to balance.

I'm learning to observe without jumping to conclusions, connect without overextending myself, and recognize when I need to step back and breathe.

And guess what?

I'm cruising!

When the Universe Opens Another Door

This past Wednesday, I received a message from the recruiter for my full-time job.

"Hey, Aisha! We have an early training class. Are you interested?"

My response?

"YES!!" 😁

"Great! Training starts on the 19th."

Now I had to make a decision.

🤔🤔🤔

Do I stay at this temporary job until the full-time training class begins, or do I step away, regroup, and prepare for the next chapter?

Higher Self: Regroup.

Me: Just like that?

Higher Self: Yes, Aisha. Just like that.

You've learned something valuable from this experience. You've recognized how returning to a structured workplace affected you, and now you have an opportunity to pause and reflect.

You don't have to fill every moment with activity.

You don't have to prove that you can push through every uncomfortable situation.

And you don't have to stay somewhere simply because you started.

Sometimes the best next move is to pause, reflect, and prepare.

Use this time to unpack your reactions to returning to the working world. Meditate. Reset. Practice calming your mind and body. Reconnect with your Flow State.

Your next opportunity is coming, and you want to enter it feeling grounded, focused, and ready.

Me: Okay, Higher Self. I hear you! 😌

I told my work buddy about my decision, and she seemed sad.

I reassured her, "We're connected. This is just the beginning."

And I meant that.

Sometimes people come into our lives for a reason, even when the circumstances that bring us together are temporary. I'm grateful for the connection we've made, and I trust that our paths may cross again.

Not every connection has to last forever to mean something. 💚

Regulating My Nervous System and Returning to Flow

As I prepare for my next chapter, I have some work to do.

Not work for a paycheck.

Work on ME.

I'm focusing on managing my stress, practicing mindfulness, and learning how to move through unfamiliar situations without letting every uncomfortable interaction throw me off balance.

Here's what I realized: after spending so much time creating a peaceful life and learning to protect my energy, I'd gotten used to moving at my own pace.

Then I stepped back into the working world, where I had to adjust to other people's schedules, personalities, expectations, and communication styles.

And BABY! 😂

My system said, "What in the entire world is THIS?!"

But that reaction gave me something valuable to reflect on.

How do I respond when I'm uncomfortable?

Do I immediately assume something is wrong?

Do I take someone else's behavior personally?

Do I absorb the emotions of the people around me?

Or can I pause, breathe, and remind myself that I don't have to react to everything I notice?

Self-awareness means recognizing my reactions without allowing them to run my life.

I'm learning that protecting my peace doesn't mean avoiding every uncomfortable environment. It means learning how to navigate those environments while remaining connected to myself.

And sometimes, it means recognizing when I need a break.

My Four Agreements: A Much-Needed Reminder

During this experience, I kept coming back to The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

These principles have been especially important as I navigate this new chapter.

1. Be Impeccable With Your Word.

I want my words to reflect who I am. That means speaking with integrity, communicating clearly, and being mindful of the things I say to myself and others.

2. Don't Make Assumptions.

This one is BIG for me!

Just because somebody looks at me a certain way doesn't mean I know what they're thinking. I don't know their circumstances, their mood, or what's happening in their personal life.

I can ask questions instead of creating stories in my head.

3. Don't Take Anything Personally.

For me, this and not making assumptions go hand in hand.

Someone else's mood isn't automatically about me. Someone else's opinion doesn't determine my worth.

I can acknowledge an interaction without allowing it to define my day.

4. Always Do Your Best.

My best may look different from day to day.

Some days, I have more energy. Other days, I need to slow down and give myself grace.

Doing my best doesn't mean pushing myself past my limits. It means showing up, being present, and doing what I reasonably can with what I have.

These agreements aren't about being perfect.

They remind me to stay aware of my choices, take responsibility for my actions, and give myself room to grow.

The Lesson: I Can Be Spiritual and Still Be in the Rat Race

Let's get one thing straight.

Being spiritual doesn't mean I have to float through life surrounded by candles, crystals, beautiful music, and people who always understand me. 😂💎

I still have bills.

I still need to work.

I still encounter different personalities.

And I still have moments when my Ego wants to jump into the driver's seat!

The difference is that I'm learning to recognize what's happening inside me before I react.

I'm learning that I can be spiritual AND practical.

I can protect my peace AND earn a living.

I can be compassionate AND maintain boundaries.

I can acknowledge an uncomfortable feeling without immediately deciding that something is wrong.

And I can change direction when I recognize that I need something different.

My spirituality isn't supposed to remove me from life. It's supposed to help me navigate it.

That's the work.

That's the practice.

That's the expansion.

My Mantra Moving Forward 💚

As I prepare for my full-time opportunity, I'm reminding myself:

I am allowed to adjust.

I am allowed to learn.

I am allowed to change direction.

I can listen without absorbing.

I can observe without assuming.

I can protect my peace without judging others.

I can remain authentic without needing everyone to understand me.

And most importantly...

I can return to myself whenever I need to.

So, yes, I'm stepping away from this temporary job to regroup and prepare for what's next.

I'm going to meditate, reset, and continue practicing my Flow State.

Because the goal isn't just to get back into the Rat Race.

The goal is to learn how to move through it without losing myself.

And guess what?

I GOT THIS! 😌💪🏾

Let's go!

Until next time, my beautiful souls.

Peace, Love & Light! 💚💚💚

Let the Sunshine In: Getting Sunlight Safely for My Mind, Body & Soul ☀️💚

God3ss Aisha

Stepping outside, feeling the warmth of the sun on my skin, and taking a deep breath reminds me to slow down.

The sunlight.

The fresh air.

The birds singing their little hearts out before I've even had my coffee. 😂

Sometimes, I need to get outside and let nature remind me that there is still beauty in the world.

But as the seasons change and the days get shorter, I've also been thinking about something important: How can I get the benefits of natural daylight while taking care of my body and protecting my peace?

Let's talk about it!

Sunshine and My Mood ☀️

Have you ever noticed how different you can feel after spending a little time outside on a beautiful day?

Maybe I feel more awake. Maybe I feel like taking a walk. Maybe I feel better sitting outside instead of staring at four walls.

There is a reason daylight matters.

Natural light helps regulate my body's internal clock, which influences my sleep-wake cycle. Changes in daylight hours can affect sleep, energy, and mood, especially for people who experience seasonal affective disorder, commonly called SAD.

And when autumn and winter arrive, the days get shorter. I might spend more time indoors, move less, and feel less motivated to get out and enjoy life.

For some people, these changes are more than the winter blues.

Seasonal affective disorder is a form of depression with a recurring seasonal pattern. Symptoms can include low mood, loss of interest in activities, low energy, changes in sleep or appetite, and difficulty concentrating.

So, while I'm not suggesting that a little sunshine will cure depression, getting outside during the day can be one helpful part of my self-care routine.

My Morning Sunshine Ritual

I don't need to spend hours outside to start being more intentional about daylight.

I can begin with something simple.

🌞 Open the curtains and let natural daylight into my home.

🌞 Enjoy breakfast near a bright window.

🌞 Take a short morning walk, if I'm able.

🌞 Sit outside and enjoy the fresh air.

🌞 Spend a few minutes noticing the world around me instead of immediately reaching for my phone.

I love starting my day with a little quiet before the world starts demanding my attention.

No scrolling.

No unnecessary drama.

No checking to see what everybody else is doing.

Just me, the morning light, and a moment to breathe. 😌

Getting daylight outdoors can be particularly helpful for maintaining a regular daily rhythm. I don't have to stare at the sun or deliberately expose my skin to intense UV rays to enjoy being outside.

Getting Sun Safely Is Self-Care Too

Now, my beautiful souls, let's keep it 💯.

I love connecting with nature, but I also know too much ultraviolet (UV) radiation can damage my skin and eyes.

I do not need a sunburn or a tan to enjoy the sunshine!

Here are a few ways I can be sun-smart:

• Check the UV index. When the UV index is 3 or higher, use sun protection.

• Wear protective clothing. A wide-brimmed hat and lightweight clothing that covers my skin can help protect me.

• Protect my eyes. Sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays are important.

• Seek shade when the sun is strongest. I can still enjoy the outdoors without sitting in direct sunlight.

• Never look directly at the sun. Sunlight can seriously damage my eyes.

These precautions matter even on cool or cloudy days.

Another important reminder: I don't have to lie in the sun for hours to prove I'm taking care of myself.

Sometimes a short, comfortable outdoor break is enough to help me build a healthier daily routine.

What About Vitamin D?

Vitamin D supports bone health and other bodily functions, and sunlight exposure helps the skin produce it.

But more sunlight isn't automatically better.

Several factors affect how much vitamin D you produce, including skin pigmentation, age, location, season, and other individual circumstances.

I don't need to risk burning my skin to try to get more vitamin D. If I'm concerned about a deficiency, I can talk with a healthcare professional about whether testing or supplementation makes sense for me.

Self-care means learning what my body needs without putting it at unnecessary risk.

When Sunshine Isn't Enough

I want to make one thing clear: I don't have to sunshine my way out of depression.

If my mood consistently drops during certain seasons, I sleep much more than usual, lose interest in things I normally enjoy, withdraw from people, or struggle to manage daily life, I deserve support.

Seasonal affective disorder has established treatment options, including psychotherapy, medication when appropriate, and light therapy. A healthcare professional can help me decide what's suitable for my situation.

A light therapy box isn’t the same as sitting in direct sunlight. Devices intended to treat SAD provide bright light while filtering out UV radiation. Because some eye conditions and medications can affect whether light therapy is appropriate, it's important to check with a healthcare professional before starting—especially if I have an existing eye condition.

Asking for help doesn't mean I've failed at self-care.

It means I'm taking care of myself.

My Sunshine Affirmation ☀️💚

I've been learning that self-care doesn't always require a big production.

Sometimes it's a quiet morning.

Sometimes it's a walk.

Sometimes it's sitting outside and letting my thoughts settle.

Sometimes it's recognizing that I need more support than a lifestyle change alone can provide.

I can appreciate the sunshine without expecting it to solve every problem in my life.

I can enjoy nature while protecting my skin and eyes.

I can listen to my body without judging myself for having difficult days.

And I can remind myself that self-care is not about perfection. It's about making small choices that support my well-being.

So today, I'm reminding myself:

I deserve light.

I deserve rest.

I deserve peace.

I can care for my mind while protecting my body.

I can ask for help when I need it.

And I can appreciate the little moments that make life beautiful.

Sometimes, that means stepping outside, taking a deep breath, and letting the sunshine remind me to slow down. ☀️

Your Turn, My Beautiful Souls!

What's your favorite way to enjoy a little natural daylight?

Do you enjoy morning walks, sitting on the porch, gardening, or simply relaxing outside with your favorite music?

Share your thoughts in the comments!

And if this blog resonates with you, share it with someone you love and care about. A gentle reminder to get outside, practice safe sun habits, and care for our mental well-being might be just what someone needs today. 💚

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Feeling the Earth: Why I sometimes need to take off my shoes

Godd3ss Aisha

Some days I need meditation.

Some days I need music.

Some days I need silence.

And then there are days when I need to take off my shoes, walk outside, and put my bare feet directly on the Earth. 🌎💚

No sneakers.

No socks.

No barrier between me and the ground.

Just me, some grass, and hopefully no surprise dog 💩. 😂

Something about feeling the Earth beneath my feet makes me slow down.

People sometimes call this grounding or earthing.

For me?

I call it reconnecting.

When Did I Stop Feeling the Ground?

Think about how much of my day can pass without my feet ever touching the actual Earth.

I wake up inside.

Walk across the floor.

Put on shoes.

Get in the car.

Walk across concrete.

Go inside another building.

Come home.

Repeat.

Meanwhile, the Earth has been underneath me the entire time.

Grass.

Sand.

Soil.

All these different textures that I rarely stop long enough to actually feel.

When I take my shoes off and walk through the grass, something changes.

Maybe part of it is simply that I have to pay attention.

Is the ground warm?

Is it cool?

Is the grass wet?

Is there a rock?

A stick?

An ant preparing to teach me a spiritual lesson I didn't ask for? 😂

Suddenly I'm not thinking about tomorrow.

I'm thinking about right now.

It Brings Me Into the Present

That's probably the biggest benefit I've personally noticed.

Walking barefoot makes me pay attention to my body and my surroundings.

I notice how the ground feels.

I notice my breathing.

I notice the temperature.

I notice the wind.

I notice the sounds around me.

Instead of being trapped inside my thoughts, I'm experiencing what's happening around me.

For those few minutes...

I am present.

And after everything I've been learning about solitude, meditation, self-awareness, and protecting my peace, I've realized how important those moments are for me.

Nature Has Its Own Therapy

I don't mean therapy in the medical sense.

I mean those moments when being outside simply makes me feel better.

Sunlight on my skin.

Fresh air.

Birds making entirely too much noise before I've had enough time to prepare for the day. 😂

Trees moving in the breeze.

My feet touching the grass.

I don't need an app.

I don't need a screen.

I don't need somebody telling me what I'm supposed to feel.

I can simply experience it.

Spending time in nature and moving my body can support my overall well-being, and walking itself is a simple way for me to get movement into my day.

Walking barefoot adds another element:

I have to pay attention.

About Those Grounding Claims... 👀

If I've spent five minutes on social media, I've probably seen some pretty big claims about grounding.

I've seen people say that walking barefoot on the Earth can cure illnesses, eliminate inflammation, fix sleep, reset the body, and probably make my credit score go up by Tuesday. 😂

Okay...

Let's keep it 💯.

There has been some research into grounding or earthing, but many of the bigger health claims I see online haven't been established by strong scientific evidence.

So I'm not going to tell myself that standing barefoot in the grass will magically cure everything happening inside my body.

That's not why I do it.

I do it because I enjoy it.

It gets me outside.

It encourages me to slow down.

It gives me a sensory connection with nature.

It helps me focus on the present moment.

And sometimes that's enough.

Everything doesn't need to be a miracle cure to have value.

My Feet Make Me Pay Attention

There's another part of barefoot walking that I appreciate.

I can't completely zone out.

With shoes on, I can stomp through the world without thinking much about what's underneath me.

Barefoot?

Oh, I'm paying attention. 😂

I walk slower.

I look where I'm stepping.

I notice different surfaces.

Soft grass feels different from sand.

Warm earth feels different from cool earth.

That awareness brings me back into my body.

For me, that's another form of mindfulness.

I'm not thinking:

What happened yesterday?

What am I doing tomorrow?

Why did she say that?

Why hasn't he called?

What's happening on social media?

I'm thinking:

This grass feels amazing.

Sometimes that's exactly where my mind needs to be.

I Can Ground Without Calling It Grounding

I also realized something.

I don't necessarily have to be barefoot to reconnect with nature.

I can sit underneath a tree.

Put my hands in the soil while gardening.

Walk on the beach.

Sit outside and listen to the birds.

Watch the clouds.

Feel the breeze.

Stand in the sunlight.

Or simply put my phone away and notice what's happening around me.

The important part for me isn't performing some perfect grounding ritual.

It's reconnecting with the physical world instead of spending every waking moment connected to the digital one.

Barefoot Doesn't Mean Careless

Now, before somebody runs outside barefoot and steps on something crazy...

Common sense still applies. 😂

I pay attention to where I'm walking.

Broken glass, sharp rocks, hot pavement, insects, contaminated ground, and other hazards are very real.

And barefoot walking isn't appropriate for everyone. Certain health conditions can make foot injuries more dangerous or make them harder to notice.

So connecting with the Earth doesn't require me to ignore my body or common sense.

There are plenty of ways for me to experience nature safely.

Sometimes I Just Need the Earth

I'm learning that I don't always need to do something to feel connected.

Sometimes I need to stop doing.

Take my shoes off.

Put my phone down.

Step into the grass.

Breathe.

Feel.

Listen.

Look around.

And remember:

I am here.

Not yesterday.

Not tomorrow.

Here.

I am present.

I am breathing.

I am connected.

I am grateful.

I am grounded.

And for a few minutes, nothing else requires my attention.

Just me...

My bare feet...

The Earth...

And hopefully no ants. 😂🌎💚

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

While I Sleep: Subliminal Affirmations, My Subconscious & Giving Myself Permission to Rest

Lately, I've been talking a lot about solitude, self-awareness, affirmations, healing, and protecting my peace.

Apparently, my Higher Self decided daytime wasn't enough.

Now we're working the night shift. 😂

I came across a sleep meditation from Nicky Sutton Sleep Meditations called:

“SUBLIMINAL Affirmations for NERVOUS SYSTEM Reset & Healing ★ Subconscious DEEP Healing Subliminal.”

🎧 Listen on YouTube:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=vPLhx8EpaLc

And immediately I thought...

Okay.

We've talked about what I consciously tell myself.

We've talked about my I AM statements.

We've talked about meditation.

We've talked about solitude.

But what am I feeding my mind when I'm winding down and preparing to sleep?

👀

My Mind Doesn't Always Know When to Clock Out

My body can be exhausted while my brain is still somewhere holding a staff meeting. 😂

Did I respond to that message correctly?

Why did that person say that?

What do I need to do tomorrow?

Did I forget something?

What if this happens?

What if that doesn't happen?

Meanwhile, my Higher Self is somewhere like:

GIRL. GO. TO. SLEEP.

😂😂😂

But seriously, I've learned that sometimes I need to intentionally create an environment that tells my mind:

We're done for today.

I don't have to solve everything tonight.

I don't have to understand everything tonight.

And I certainly don't have to carry tomorrow while I'm still lying in today's bed.

What Am I Feeding My Subconscious?

That's what intrigued me about subliminal affirmations.

The idea is that positive messages are presented subtly while one relaxes or sleeps.

I'm not looking at this as some magical cure.

I'm looking at it as another way of being intentional about what surrounds me.

Because I've already learned how much the things I repeatedly consume can affect me.

Music.

Television.

Social media.

Conversations.

Other people's energy.

And especially...

My own words.

If I'm going to fall asleep with something playing in the background, I'd rather it support relaxation and positive thoughts than fall asleep watching another murder documentary and wake up at 2:37 AM convinced I'm Detective Aisha again. 😂

True Story.

My Nervous System Deserves Some Peace Too

One thing I've become more aware of is how my body responds to stress.

Sometimes my mind says:

"I'm fine."

Meanwhile, my shoulders are somewhere around my ears. 😂

My jaw is tight.

My breathing is shallow.

My thoughts are racing.

My body might be telling a completely different story than the words coming out of my mouth.

So I'm practicing something different.

Slowing down.

Breathing.

Meditating.

Creating quiet.

Listening to calming music.

Using affirmations.

And allowing myself to rest without feeling guilty.

A meditation isn't a replacement for professional medical or mental-health care, and I'm not expecting a YouTube video to magically “reset” my nervous system.

But if creating a peaceful bedtime ritual helps me relax and settle down?

I'll take it. 😌

I Don't Have to Earn Rest

Whew.

That's one I'm still learning.

I don't have to complete every task before I'm allowed to rest.

I don't have to answer every message.

I don't have to solve everybody's problems.

I don't have to be productive every waking minute.

Rest is productive too.

Sometimes the most loving thing I can do for myself is stop.

Turn everything off.

Get comfortable.

Breathe.

And allow my body to do what it was designed to do.

Rest.

What I Say to Myself Matters

This connects beautifully with what I've been learning from Toni Jones and “Eye Am That I Am.”

My words matter.

So before I sleep, instead of allowing my final thoughts to be fear, frustration, anger, worry, or tomorrow's to-do list...

I can choose something different.

I am safe in this moment.

I am worthy of rest.

I release what I cannot control.

I release today's stress.

I give myself permission to be still.

I am healing emotionally and spiritually.

I am becoming more peaceful.

I trust myself.

I trust the process.

I am enough.

And perhaps my favorite:

I don't have to figure everything out tonight.

Because I really don't.

Healing Doesn't Always Have to Be Work

Sometimes I think we make healing sound exhausting.

Journal.

Meditate.

Exercise.

Read.

Process your trauma.

Set boundaries.

Drink your water.

Eat your vegetables.

Talk to your Higher Self.

😂😂😂

Okay!!!

Can I take a nap?!

And maybe that's part of the lesson.

Healing doesn't always have to feel like doing.

Sometimes it's allowing.

Allowing myself to rest.

Allowing myself to receive.

Allowing myself to be quiet.

Allowing my mind to stop fighting every battle.

Allowing tomorrow to wait until...

Tomorrow.

Tonight, I Choose Peace

So tonight, I'm trying something simple.

Phone down.

Lights low.

No murder mysteries. 😂

No doomscrolling.

No replaying conversations from three days ago.

I'll put on something calming, breathe deeply, and remind myself:

Today is complete.

Whatever didn't get finished can wait.

Whatever I couldn't control can be released.

Whatever tomorrow brings...

I'll deal with tomorrow.

Tonight?

I rest.

I release.

I receive.

I am worthy of peace.

And if my Higher Self wants to work the night shift...

She can handle it.

I'm going to sleep. 😂💚

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Solitude: Sometimes Healing Requires Me to Be Alone

Godd3ss Aisha

If you've been following my blogs lately, you already know I've been spending some time in solitude.

Not isolation.

Not hiding from the world.

Not being antisocial. 😂

Solitude.

And wouldn't you know it, while I've been on this journey of going inward, Londrelle has a track called “Solitude” from Self-Heal that speaks directly to what I've been experiencing.

Sometimes the Universe isn't subtle. 😂

🎧 Listen to “Solitude” by Londrelle on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4hXZ0Fm2DswOHgn91sakAY?si=YLPi3EEvShWocXXS6GETvw&utm_source=facebook-messenger&context=spotify%3Aplaylist%3A37i9dQZF1EIUqBJqmBkkIH&fbclid=IwY2xjawUAAGZwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMXZ5SVhRTTcyQXFvQXF2SURzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeNZvJh3rpwGMLY9fyTd-AES5cpXCHjU9qq3BYI8PqtO4C9ZWnOHXKrX6beQg_aem_aQ7znc42QgbZk708Ivr-ug&nd=1&dlsi=693447ca160b4590

Being Alone Used to Scare Me

I've talked about this before.

There was a time in my life when being alone was something I avoided.

I stayed busy.

I stayed connected.

I stayed in relationships longer than I should have.

I surrounded myself with noise because silence meant I might actually have to sit with...

ME.

And sitting with myself meant eventually having to deal with everything I had pushed down.

Pain.

Fear.

Anger.

Disappointment.

Old memories.

Questions I didn't necessarily want answers to.

Yeah...

Turn the TV back on. 😂

But I've learned something.

There is a difference between being lonely and being alone.

And there is definitely a difference between isolation and intentional solitude.

Silence Has a Way of Getting Loud

When I remove the distractions, something interesting happens.

My thoughts get louder.

My Higher Self gets louder.

And unfortunately...

My Ego gets louder too. 🙄

Higher Self: We need to talk.

Me: Can we schedule this for next Tuesday?

Higher Self: No.

😂😂😂

That's what solitude has been teaching me.

When I'm constantly scrolling, watching television, talking to people, answering messages, listening to music, or simply keeping myself occupied, I can avoid certain conversations with myself.

But when everything gets quiet?

There I am.

No filter.

No audience.

No distractions.

Just ME.

Solitude Isn't Punishment

I used to think being alone meant something was missing.

Now I'm beginning to understand that sometimes being alone creates the space for me to discover what I've been missing within myself.

That's why Londrelle's Solitude resonates with me.

It reminds me that being alone can be sacred.

I can breathe.

I can meditate.

I can journal.

I can pray.

I can stretch.

I can sit outside.

I can listen.

And sometimes I don't have to do anything at all.

Imagine that.

No productivity.

No checklist.

No social media post.

No solving everybody else's problems.

Just breathing and existing.

For somebody who always feels like she should be doing something...

That's a whole spiritual assignment. 😂

I Don't Have to Run From Myself

That's probably been one of my biggest realizations.

I actually enjoy my own company now.

Whew.

Six years ago, I don't know if I could have said that.

Today?

I can sit quietly in my house with the AC humming and be okay.

I don't need somebody beside me every second.

I don't need a notification.

I don't need validation from anyone.

I don't need to create chaos just because peace feels unfamiliar.

I can be.

And the more comfortable I become with myself, the less willing I am to sacrifice my peace to avoid being alone.

Read that again. 👀

The more comfortable I become with myself, the less willing I am to sacrifice my peace to avoid being alone.

Sometimes Healing Is Quiet

We often imagine healing as some huge breakthrough.

The tears.

The revelation.

The dramatic moment when everything suddenly makes sense.

Sometimes it is.

But I'm learning that healing can also be incredibly quiet.

Sometimes healing is me recognizing a pattern.

Sometimes it's me deciding not to respond.

Sometimes it's me setting a boundary.

Sometimes it's me sitting with an uncomfortable emotion instead of immediately trying to escape it.

Sometimes it's simply realizing:

I don't have to carry this anymore.

No ceremony.

No announcement.

No Facebook status. 😂

I release it.

Solitude Is Helping Me Hear Myself Again

Between Londrelle's music and my own recent decision to “Go Inside,” I'm realizing how important intentional quiet has become for me.

Because when the outside world gets quiet enough...

I can hear myself.

Not my Ego.

Not social media.

Not everybody else's expectations.

ME.

My intuition.

My Higher Self.

My needs.

My boundaries.

My truth.

And sometimes the answer I've been looking for wasn't somewhere out in the world.

It was sitting quietly inside me waiting for everything else to shut up. 😌

I Am Learning to Sit With Me

I'm not saying I'm going to disappear into the mountains and become a monk.

Let's not get carried away. 😂

I still enjoy people.

I still enjoy music.

I still enjoy laughing, talking, writing, sharing, and connecting.

But I'm learning that I need time when none of those things are required.

Time where I can exist with myself.

Because solitude isn't where I lose connection.

Sometimes...

Solitude is where I reconnect.

With my thoughts.

With my body.

With my spirit.

With my Higher Self.

With The Most High.

And most importantly...

With ME.

So today, my mantra is simple:

I am comfortable in my own presence.

I am safe in stillness.

I am listening to myself.

I am protecting my peace.

I am healing.

And I don't have to rush any of it.

Sometimes the most powerful thing I can do is sit quietly...

And let myself be. 💚

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Eye Am That I Am: The Words I Speak to Myself Become My Mantra

Godd3ss Aisha

There are songs I listen to...

And then there are songs I feel.

Toni Jones' "Eye Am That I Am" is one of those for me.

🎧 Listen to "Eye Am That I Am" by Toni Jones on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/430JKuGOhmhllXTvUic8r0?si=9lQOwqyyTyOgMFIfTSOCVw&utm_source=native-share-menu&sci=spotify%3Acard-config%3A5SePHDYoKLSw5X9KZfbwtI&fbclid=IwY2xjawT-xNNwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW9tNEo3enFEdTE0eUtlZGxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9yOxVKglefcrq-gK5a9KtDADL28vzfNnXlrCkN0sEIzh9L9aYLR8_8PHxtM_aem_vyMlHoW3V2Nd5Lmm-SfMNg&nd=1&dlsi=296317807ee94aca

Released in 2020 as part of her I See Me Mantras album, this isn't what I would consider a traditional song.

It's affirmation music.

It's something I listen to when I need to reconnect with ME.

And lately, I've been thinking a lot about exactly that.

What Do I Say About Myself?

I've talked about affirmations before, but lately I've been paying more attention to how I describe myself—especially when nobody else is around.

I can spend entirely too much time thinking about what other people think of me.

Do they like me?

Do they respect me?

Do they think I'm attractive?

Successful?

Smart?

Good enough?

But there's another opinion that matters even more.

MINE.

If I'm constantly telling myself:

"I'm not good enough."

"Nothing ever works out for me."

"I can't do this."

Eventually, those words can begin shaping how I see myself.

That's why I love the message I take from "I Am That I Am."

Instead of waiting for someone else to tell me who I am...

I tell myself.

I Look in the Mirror 👀

If you've been following these blogs, you already know I've spent some serious time looking in that mirror lately. 😂

Sometimes there were affirmations.

Sometimes there were tears.

And sometimes my Higher Self had to call me out on my own 💩.

But that's part of becoming self-aware.

I have to be willing to see myself.

Not the person social media sees.

Not the person my family sees.

Not the person other people expect me to be.

ME.

The beautiful parts.

The complicated parts.

The healed parts.

And yes...

The parts that still need a little work.

They all belong to me.

I AM...

Two incredibly powerful words.

Because what I choose to put after them matters.

I am powerful.

I am worthy.

I am abundant.

I am capable.

I am growing.

I am learning.

I am enough.

And one I've had to remind myself of lately:

I am still becoming. 😌

I don't have to have everything figured out.

I don't have to be completely healed.

I don't need the perfect career, relationship, body, bank account, or life to appreciate who I am today.

I can love who I am right now while still working toward the woman I'm becoming.

My Words Matter

One of the things I appreciate about Toni Jones' affirmation music is how intentionally it uses words.

Music already affects my mood, so I'm learning to be more intentional about what I'm feeding my mind.

Every day, I'm surrounded by noise.

The news.

Social media.

Other people's opinions.

And sometimes the loudest negativity comes from...

Me.

So I'm learning to change that conversation.

Instead of:

"I can't."

I can.

Instead of:

"I'm not enough."

I am enough.

Instead of:

"Nothing is working."

I trust the process.

Instead of waiting for someone else to validate me...

I validate myself.

My Mantra

When I wake up, before I grab my phone and start scrolling, I can take a moment and remind myself who I am.

I can look into that mirror.

Really look.

And finish this sentence:

I AM ____________.

Not what my boss says.

Not what my partner says.

Not what my family thinks.

Not what some random person on social media decided.

What do I say?

And if saying something positive about myself feels uncomfortable...

Maybe that's exactly why I need to keep saying it.

Affirmations aren't about pretending my life is perfect.

They're about changing the conversation I have with myself as I navigate an imperfect life.

So today, I'm reminding myself:

I am growing.

I am learning.

I am worthy.

I am protected.

I am becoming.

I am exactly where I need to be in this moment.

And most importantly...

I Am That I Am. 💚

That's my affirmation.

That's my reminder.

That's my conversation with myself.

And I'm going to keep saying it until the woman looking back at me in that mirror doesn't just say it...

She believes it.

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Solitude: Sometimes You Have to Go Inside

True Story — 8.18.26

(Higher Self in bold)

I'm scrolling through the TV guide...

Forensic Files. 🤔

"Okay...let's solve the case."

Scroll some more...

Unsolved Mysteries.

👀 Ohhhh yeah.

After finishing both shows—and obviously solving the cases in my mind 🙂😂—I noticed something.

I couldn't stop thinking about the stories.

Remember why you stopped watching shows like this? You absorb the trauma like it's yours.

🤔🤔🤔

She had a point.

I started thinking about the past few days and realized I'd been entertaining a LOT of negativity, especially on social media.

🚫 PAUSE. 🚫

Why am I doing this?

What's really going on?

You already know. You've been here before.

Do I dare say it?

Depression. 🥺

My first reaction was denial.

"Wait...when I was depressed back in the day, I drank and cried. I'm not doing either of those things."

True. But look at what you ARE doing. You're entertaining low-vibrational things and starting to become comfortable there.

😔

Ouch.

But she was right.

I was sleeping nine or ten hours.

I was waking between 2:00 and 4:00 in the morning feeling like I needed to go outside.

I wasn't feeling like myself.

And deep down...

I knew it.

Time to Go Inside

That's when I decided that beginning 8.22.26, I was going into solitude.

I call it:

Going Inside.

For me, that meant pulling back from everything so I could figure out what was happening within myself.

No social media.

No hanging out.

No unnecessary phone calls.

No constant communication.

Just...

Me.

Six years ago, that idea would've terrified me.

I've stayed in relationships longer than I should have simply because I was afraid of my own company.

Now?

I knew solitude was exactly what I needed.

I sent an email to Niel and Goddess Alicia letting them know I needed some time to get myself together.

Then, when my husband left for work, I sat.

No music.

No television.

Just me...

And the AC. 😂

Eventually, my Higher Self asked:

What's wrong?

🥺

"I'm not where I want to be in life."

"I want more."

"I feel stagnant."

There it was.

The truth.

Patience, Aisha

My Higher Self answered:

Patience, Aisha.

Not everything happens according to your timeline. Take this opportunity to practice gratitude for what you DO have.

You're learning patience.

You're learning how to love unconditionally.

And whether you realize it or not, your writing has helped people.

Keep going.

Things will work themselves out.

My response?

"But..."

😂

No buts.

Patience, Aisha.

And if I'm keeping it 💯, I didn't like how I'd been feeling.

I also knew something was wrong when I started gravitating toward those shows and negative content again.

Of course, Ego had an explanation:

"Nahhh, you're good. You're just switching things up. Besides...when was the last time you solved a case?"

😂😂😂

Nice try, Ego.

What Solitude Gave Me

Every Day, I got up and intentionally spent time alone.

I practiced breath work.

I started working out again.

I sat with my thoughts instead of trying to drown them out with noise.

And slowly, things started making sense.

Solitude gave me the space to examine my recent actions and, more importantly, understand why I was doing them.

That's why I call it Going Inside.

Because sometimes the answers we're desperately searching for everywhere else aren't out there.

They're already inside us.

Today is 8.27.26.

Originally, I said I wasn't coming back until September 1st.

But here I am...

Writing. 💚

Once I acknowledged what I was feeling, broke it down, and started working through it, I realized I didn't need to disappear until some arbitrary date.

I felt compelled to write.

So I listened.

I'm not going to intentionally keep myself away from something that helps me feel like myself simply because I picked a date on a calendar.

Solitude Isn't Isolation

There's an important difference.

For me, solitude was intentional.

I wasn't trying to hide from life.

I was creating enough quiet to hear myself again.

Sometimes we need that.

But if you're experiencing persistent sadness, major changes in sleep, hopelessness, or other symptoms that aren't improving, solitude doesn't have to mean handling everything alone. Reaching out to someone you trust or a mental-health professional can be part of taking care of yourself too.

Going inside doesn't mean shutting everyone out forever.

It means giving yourself enough space to understand what's happening inside you.

And that brings me to something else I've been thinking about...

Self-awareness.

Sometimes our own thinking can become our biggest obstacle.

And when we're not self-aware, it's incredibly easy to blame everyone and everything around us instead of asking:

"Wait...what part am I playing in this?"

So here's my question for you:

Are YOU self-aware?

Can you call yourself out?

Please reflect on your own behavior and keep it 100% with yourself.

Not just mindful...

Self-aware.

🤔

Actually...

That sounds like a pretty good topic for my next blog—or maybe the next podcast.

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Apologizing to Your Younger Self: Healing the Parts of You That You Left Behind

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This blog discusses sexual assault and physical abuse. Please read with care. 💚

(Scrolling through Instagram...)

I came across a reel that asked:

"Have you ever apologized to your younger self?"

The woman talked about how, at some point in our lives, many of us abandoned a younger version of ourselves. Something happened, we put on our "big girl" or "big boy" pants, and we just kept moving.

🤔🤔🤔

I didn't even finish the reel.

My immediate response was:

"Hmmm...I've never abandoned myself."

🙄

My Higher Self had something to say about that.

Let's think about this.

My mind started traveling backward.

Germany.

Being a young girl.

My first crush.

The first time I experienced rejection.

🤔

"See? I'm good!"

Then came the thought I didn't want:

This may hurt, but if we're going to move forward, we have to revisit Shooks Run Park.

🥺

Deep breath.

The Moment Something Changed

I was 15.

My best friend was 14.

One evening, something happened to us that should never happen to anyone.

We were sexually assaulted.

I'm not going into the details because the details aren't what's important here.

What's important is what happened inside me afterward.

My life changed.

Looking back now, I realize that's when I told myself:

"Not again."

I built a wall.

And I kept going.

I didn't realize it at the time, but part of that 15-year-old girl stayed behind that wall.

Then my Higher Self pushed a little further.

If we're doing this, let's get it all out.

🥺

I thought about another chapter of my life—a physically abusive relationship.

And then came a realization that hurt:

Aisha, you were already wounded. You learned how to survive, but surviving isn't the same thing as healing.

Damn.

😡🥺

That's when the anger came.

But eventually another message followed:

It's time to forgive yourself.

Look at Her

Go to the mirror.

👀

I walked into the restroom and looked at myself.

And immediately...

Niagara Falls.

😭😭😭

It's okay. Look into your eyes. Apologize to her. Forgive her.

I could barely see myself through the tears.

Then I wrapped my arms around myself.

And I whispered:

"I'm sorry I left you."

"I forgive you."

🫂

Deep breath.

I looked back into that mirror.

Nothing magical happened.

The past didn't disappear.

But something felt different.

For once, I wasn't pretending everything was okay while hurting underneath.

I acknowledged her.

That young girl.

The scared girl.

The angry girl.

The girl who decided she had to become tough because being vulnerable didn't feel safe anymore.

I finally told her:

I see you.

Maybe Your Story Is Different

Your story may be nothing like mine—and I truly hope it isn't.

But I think many of us can identify a moment when something happened and we essentially said:

"Forget it. I'm moving on."

And we did.

We went to school.

Built careers.

Raised children.

Started relationships.

Paid bills.

Went to our 9-to-5s.

Laughed.

Loved.

Lived.

But somewhere underneath all of that may still be a wounded version of ourselves that we never went back for.

Maybe that's the person you need to talk to.

Reconnect With YOU

What I did in front of that mirror might sound strange to some people.

That's okay.

It helped me.

This journey belongs to you.

If you need to hug yourself...

Do it.

If you need to look into the mirror and encourage yourself...

Do it.

If you need to journal...

Cry...

Meditate...

Pray...

Or talk with someone you trust...

Do it.

And if revisiting painful experiences becomes overwhelming, there's absolutely nothing wrong with seeking support from a qualified mental-health professional who can help you work through them safely.

Healing isn't about pretending the past didn't happen.

For me, it's about reconnecting with every version of myself:

The broken me.

The angry me.

The scared me.

The timid me.

The strong me.

And saying:

"I recognize where I left you. I'm sorry. I'm here now."

😌

That realization helped me begin releasing some weight I'd carried for far too long.

It helped me look differently at boundaries.

At relationships.

At myself.

Most importantly, it reminded me that being strong doesn't mean never crying or never hurting.

Sometimes strength means finally allowing yourself to feel what you've spent years trying not to feel.

So here's my question:

Have you ever apologized to your younger self?

Maybe today is the day to have that conversation.

Give that younger version of yourself some grace.

Give them a hug.

And remind them...

You didn't forget them. You're coming back for them. 💚

Until next time.

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

We’re Back: Season 1, Episode 2 — Let’s Talk About Boundaries

After a bit of a hiatus, A Godd3ss3s Cr3ation is back!

Sometimes you need to step away, regroup, handle life, and come back when the time is right. Well…the time is right.

Season 1, Episode 2 is here, and this time we’re talking about something that sounds simple but can get complicated very quickly:

Boundaries.

We all have them—or at least we should.

Boundaries with family. Boundaries with friends. Boundaries in relationships. Boundaries at work. Boundaries with people who somehow believe that because they have your phone number, you're required to answer immediately.

But setting a boundary is only the beginning.

What happens when someone doesn't respect it?
What happens when you don't respect someone else's?
Why can saying "no" feel like you're doing something wrong?
And how do you protect your own peace without completely shutting people out?

In Season 1, Episode 2 of A Godd3ss3s Cr3ation, we get into the sometimes uncomfortable reality of establishing boundaries, communicating them, and recognizing when someone keeps crossing the line you've drawn.

And because this is a Goddess’s Creation, don't expect a clinical lecture about "healthy interpersonal limits."

It's a conversation.

Real experiences. Different perspectives. Some laughs. Some uncomfortable truths. And probably a few moments that make you think, "Oh...I might actually do that."

After our hiatus, we're excited to get the conversation going again.

Season 1, Episode 2: Boundaries.

Because sometimes protecting your peace starts with one very short sentence:

No.

And no, you don't always owe somebody a three-paragraph explanation afterward.

Emotions: Feel Them, Process Them, Release Them

Godd3ss Aisha

There's a line from the '90s H-Town song "Emotions" that takes me right back:

"The first time I felt emotions was when I came out of my mother's womb and cried." 😌

Ohhhh, the memories that song brings back!

But during the beginning of my Internet Fast, I found myself thinking about emotions in a completely different way.

I realized some things in my life needed to change.

Actually...

Not things.

Me. 🥺

In Meditation...

I started crying. 😭

My Higher Self asked:

"It's okay to cry. Why have you been holding back for so long?"

My answer?

"Because I have to be strong. I have to push through. Crying isn't going to solve anything."

Then came the response I needed:

"Godd3ss, crying is a form of release. Pain, joy, anger—whatever you're feeling, allow yourself to feel it. If you don't feel it, how can you begin to heal it?"

That stayed with me.

As the days passed, I found myself experiencing so many different emotions.

There was a time when my answer would've been simple:

Grab a glass.

Pour a drink.

Blast some music.

Cry until my eyelids were swollen. 🤦🏾‍♀️

Did that thought cross my mind?

Of course it did.

But then I asked myself:

And then what?

The emotions would still be there.

So instead of escaping them, I decided to sit with them.

Let's process these emotions and figure out what they're trying to tell me.

Pain 🥺

"Why are you hurting?"

If I was going to be completely honest with myself...

I already knew.

Or at least I had a pretty good idea. 🤔

Part of my pain came from realizing I had been right about something when I desperately didn't want to be.

That hurt.

So I cried.

I allowed myself to feel it.

Then I started releasing it.

Because carrying that pain wasn't changing what happened.

It was only changing me.

My sleep was off.

My eating was off.

My energy was off.

Something had to change.

Anger 🤬

Next question:

"Why are you angry?"

My immediate response?

THE AUDACITY!!! 😂

Then my Higher Self checked me:

"Is this really you...or is this pride?"

👀

Well...

There goes that ego and pride again.

Deep down, I had already seen some signs.

My intuition had been speaking.

I didn't want to listen.

And that's okay.

The lesson isn't to beat myself up because I missed—or ignored—the signs.

The lesson is to learn from them.

Sometimes those little feelings and questions inside us are telling us to slow down and pay attention.

So I reminded myself:

Patience, Goddess.

Give yourself grace.

But learn from this.

Fear 😳

Then came the hardest question:

"What are you afraid of?"

🥺

"I don't know."

"Yes, you do."

😭

"What do I do now?!"

And then...

"You already know what you're going to do. You've just lost some confidence."

That one hit me.

So I went back to something that's helped me before.

Affirmations.

Deep breath. 🧘🏾‍♀️

I am powerful.

I am abundant.

I am healthy.

I am prosperous.

I am protected and guided by The Most High.

SO IT IS. 😌

Deep breath.

Nothing magically changed overnight.

The situation was still the situation.

But I was beginning to change.

Feel It Without Living In It

I went deeper into meditation.

I cried.

I practiced my breath work.

And between the tears and breaths, I kept repeating:

"I release you."

That doesn't mean pretending something didn't happen.

It doesn't mean forgetting.

And it certainly doesn't mean every difficult emotion disappears because you meditated once.

For me, it means acknowledging what I'm feeling instead of running from it.

Our emotions can affect how we sleep, eat, communicate, work, and move through our everyday lives. Constantly suppressing them doesn't necessarily make them disappear.

Sometimes we need to permit ourselves to feel.

To cry.

To journal.

To breathe.

To pray.

To meditate.

To talk with someone we trust.

And sometimes, when things become too heavy to carry alone, reaching out for professional support can be another form of strength and self-care.

Life is going to throw curves at us like the letter B. 😂

We can't control all of them.

But we can work on how we respond.

If you're carrying emotional baggage that's been eating away at you, don't automatically bury it.

Sit with it.

Ask yourself why it's there.

Process what you can.

Learn what it's trying to teach you.

Then, when you're ready...

Release what you no longer need to carry.

And above all, give yourself grace while you're doing it.

You are not alone in this. 💚

If this message speaks to you, share it with someone you love and care about. They may be carrying emotions they haven't permitted themselves to release.

Until next time, my beautiful souls. 😌

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Homemade Mouthwash: A Simple, Natural Addition to Your Oral Care Routine

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story...

Did you know some of the spices sitting in your kitchen can make a refreshing homemade mouth rinse?

I love finding natural ways to care for my body, and this is one of my favorite DIY recipes. While it isn't a replacement for brushing, flossing, or regular dental checkups, it can be a refreshing addition to your daily oral care routine.

Let's take a look at the ingredients.

🌿 Whole Cloves

Whole cloves have been used traditionally for generations in oral care. They have a warm, spicy flavor that helps freshen your breath.

One thing to know...

If you've ever chewed on a whole clove, you know it packs a punch! 😂

(Side note: Some people chew a clove for temporary tooth discomfort, but if you're experiencing ongoing tooth pain, it's important to see your dentist.)

⭐ Star Anise

Star anise has a unique licorice-like flavor and can add a pleasant freshness to your homemade rinse. It's one of my favorite ingredients because it pairs so well with cloves and cinnamon.

🌰 Cinnamon Sticks

Besides smelling absolutely amazing, cinnamon gives this rinse a warm, comforting flavor.

Together, these three ingredients create a naturally aromatic mouth rinse that's easy to make at home.

Here's How I Make It

Ingredients

• 3–9 whole cloves (I like mine strong, so I usually use 9!)

• 1 whole star anise (or 2 smaller pieces if broken

• 1 cinnamon stick, snapped in half

• Distilled or alkaline water

Tea Pot Method (My Favorite)

1. Place the cloves, star anise, and cinnamon into your tea infuser.

2. Bring your water to a boil.

3. Pour the hot water over the spices.

4. Let everything steep for 20–30 minutes.

5. Allow it to cool completely.

6. Pour it into a clean glass bottle for storage.

Pot Method

1. Add the spices and water to a pot.

2. Bring everything to a gentle boil.

3. Remove from the heat.

4. Let it steep and cool for 20–30 minutes.

5. Strain and transfer to a clean glass bottle.

Storage

To keep your rinse fresh, store it in the refrigerator and make small batches that you'll use within a few days.

Some people add a preservative, but I personally prefer simply making fresh batches and keeping them chilled.

A Gentle Reminder

Natural remedies can be wonderful additions to a healthy lifestyle, but they work best alongside good oral hygiene—not instead of it.

Brush twice a day.

Floss daily.

Visit your dentist regularly.

Think of this homemade mouth rinse as another way to care for yourself, naturally.

If you decide to give it a try, I'd love to hear what you think!

And if you enjoy simple, holistic ideas like this, share this blog with someone you love and care about. 💚

Detox: Sometimes the Greatest Cleanse Isn't Physical

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story...

(Higher Self)

"It's time for a change, Godd3ss."

"I feel you slipping." 😔

"This is going to hurt a little..." 🥺

"But you already knew that."

"Fear nothing. As you know, you're not walking this journey alone." 😌

(Deep breath.)

There comes a point in life when you have to make a decision.

You can keep carrying what's weighing you down...

Or you can let it go.

When most people hear the word detox, they think about juice cleanses, teas, supplements, or over-the-counter products.

But what if the biggest detox your life needs has nothing to do with your body?

What if it's your energy?

Your thoughts?

Your habits?

Your relationships?

Your memories?

Sometimes we're holding on to things that no longer serve us simply because they've become familiar.

But familiar doesn't always mean healthy.

If it no longer serves your higher good...

Why are you still carrying it?

For me, I realized another thing I needed to detox from.

My phone.

Social media.

The constant scrolling.

The endless notifications.

The pressure to stay connected all the time.

So beginning August 1st through August 7th, I'm doing something I've never done before.

An Internet Fast.

No posting.

No sharing.

No scrolling.

No engaging online.

Instead...

I'm choosing to reconnect with myself.

I'm going to meditate.

Read.

Journal.

Get back into my workouts.

Create a new jazz playlist.

And, as we say in the spiritual community...

Cut the cords.

Release.

Not because the internet is bad.

But because I've realized I've been drifting away from what matters most.

My peace of mind.

The mind and body work together.

When the mind is overwhelmed...

Our energy changes.

Our spirit feels heavy.

Our body follows.

Sometimes the healthiest thing we can do is unplug long enough to hear our own thoughts again.

Maybe your detox looks different than mine.

Maybe you need to release anger.

Forgive someone.

Walk away from a relationship.

Break an unhealthy habit.

Turn off the television.

Step away from social media.

Or spend an afternoon in silence.

Whatever it is...

Permit yourself to reset.

Give yourself grace.

Remember...

We're not striving to be perfect.

We're striving to become more peaceful.

More intentional.

More authentic.

More present.

If you've been feeling that quiet voice telling you it's time for a change...

Listen to it.

Your higher self usually knows long before your mind is ready to admit it.

I'd love to hear from you.

What do you need to detox from?

If this message resonated with you, share it with someone you love and care about. They may be carrying something they're ready to release too.

Until next time...

Sleep Deprivation: Why Rest Is One of the Greatest Gifts

Godd3ss Alicia

When was the last time you woke up feeling truly rested?

Not just awake because the alarm clock said it was time.

Not after hitting the snooze button three times.

I mean genuinely refreshed, energized, and ready to take on the day.

For many people, quality sleep has become a luxury instead of a priority. Between work, family responsibilities, stress, scrolling on our phones, and trying to fit "just one more thing" into the day, sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice.

The problem is, our bodies eventually collect that debt.

Why Sleep Matters

Sleep isn't simply a time when your body shuts down.

It's when your body goes to work.

While you're sleeping, your brain processes memories, your muscles recover, your immune system strengthens, and your body works to restore itself for another day.

When you don't get enough sleep, you may notice:

• Feeling tired even after waking up

• Difficulty concentrating or remembering things

• Mood swings or irritability

• Increased stress or anxiety

• Frequent headaches

• Low energy

• Cravings for sugary or high-calorie foods

• Feeling sleepy during quiet moments

One restless night happens to all of us.

But when poor sleep becomes a habit, it can begin affecting your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference

The good news is that better sleep doesn't always require a complete lifestyle overhaul.

Sometimes the smallest habits make the biggest difference.

Create a Consistent Routine

Try going to bed and waking up around the same time every day—even on weekends.

Your body loves routines, and keeping a regular sleep schedule helps regulate your internal clock.

Give Your Mind Time to Slow Down

Instead of scrolling social media until your eyes close, spend the last 30 to 60 minutes before bed doing something relaxing.

You might try:

• Reading a book

• Gentle stretching

• Meditation

• Deep breathing

• Listening to calming music

• Taking a warm bath or shower

Think of it as telling your body,

"It's okay...you can rest now."

Put the Phone Away

This one is difficult for many of us.

The blue light from our phones, tablets, and computers can interfere with melatonin, the hormone that helps regulate sleep.

Try putting your devices away about an hour before bedtime.

Your brain will thank you.

Watch What You Eat and Drink

Late-day caffeine, large meals, alcohol, and nicotine can all interfere with restful sleep.

If you're hungry before bed, keep it light.

A banana, yogurt, or a small handful of nuts may be enough to satisfy your hunger without disrupting your sleep.

Move Your Body

Regular exercise can improve both the quality and length of your sleep.

It doesn't have to be intense.

A daily walk, yoga session, or bike ride can all make a positive difference.

Create a Peaceful Sleep Environment

Your bedroom should be a place your body associates with rest.

Consider:

• Keeping the room cool

• Making it as dark as possible

• Reducing noise with a fan or white noise

• Investing in comfortable pillows and a supportive mattress

Sometimes it's the environment—not your body—that's keeping you awake.

Calm Your Mind

Stress is one of the biggest reasons people struggle to fall asleep.

Before bed, try:

• Journaling

• Gratitude

• Mindfulness meditation

• Gentle yoga

• Progressive muscle relaxation

• Deep breathing exercises

Even five or ten quiet minutes can help calm a busy mind.

Let the Sun Wake You Up

One of the simplest ways to improve your sleep at night is to get outside in the morning.

Natural sunlight helps regulate your body's internal clock and can make it easier to fall asleep later that evening.

Listen to Your Body

Sometimes difficulty sleeping is more than just stress or a busy schedule.

If you've been struggling with poor sleep for several weeks, wake up gasping for air, snore heavily, or feel exhausted even after spending enough time in bed, it's important to talk with a healthcare professional. Conditions such as sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, anxiety disorders, and other medical conditions can interfere with healthy sleep and may require treatment.

Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness.

It's another way of taking care of yourself.

Rest Is Self-Care

In a world that often celebrates being busy, choosing rest can feel almost rebellious.

But the truth is, sleep isn't something you earn after you've done enough.

It's one of the most important ways you prepare yourself to do your best tomorrow.

Your body deserves rest.

Your mind deserves peace.

Your soul deserves stillness.

So tonight, consider permitting yourself to slow down.

Turn off the phone.

Take a deep breath.

Say a prayer or write down a few things you're grateful for.

Then let yourself rest.

Tomorrow will still be there when you wake up.

I'd love to hear from you.

What helps you get your best night's sleep?

Share your favorite tips in the comments.

And if this blog encouraged you, share it with someone you love and care about. Sweet dreams. 😴💚

Our First Podcast Is Live!

We're excited to announce that the very first Godd3ss Cr3ation podcast is now available on our website!

Hosted by Niel, this inaugural episode features a conversation with Godd3ss Aisha about how Godd3ss Cr3ation came to life, the vision behind the launch, and what you'll discover throughout the website.

During the discussion, we explore:

• The inspiration behind creating Godd3ss Cr3ation

• What visitors can expect to find across the website

• Practical, actionable wellness tips and remedies you can begin incorporating into your life today

• Our mission of encouraging healthier, more intentional living

Whether you're just discovering Godd3ss Cr3ation or have been following our journey from the beginning, this podcast is a great place to learn more about who we are and where we're headed.

🎧 Watch the podcast now by visiting:
agodd3sscr3ation.com/blog

If something in the conversation resonates with you, inspires you, or helps you in any way, we'd greatly appreciate it if you would share the link with your friends, family, and social networks. Your support helps us reach more people who may benefit from our content.

Thank you for being part of the Godd3ss Cr3ation community—we're just getting started, and we're excited to have you on this journey with us!

Health, Wealth & Prosperity: More Than Just Money

Godd3ss Alicia

When people hear the word wealth, the first thing that usually comes to mind is money.

While financial security is important, I've learned that true wealth is so much bigger than what's in your bank account.

To me, a rich life is built on three things:

💚 Health

💚 Wealth

💚 Prosperity

They all work together, and when one is neglected, the others often suffer.

Health Is Your Greatest Asset

You can have all the money in the world, but if your health is failing, it's hard to enjoy it.

Taking care of yourself doesn't mean being perfect. It means making choices every day that honor your body and your mind.

Eat nourishing foods.

Move your body.

Get enough rest.

Protect your peace.

Spend time doing things that make your soul happy.

Those little choices add up over time.

Wealth Is About Freedom

Money isn't everything, but it can provide options, security, and peace of mind.

Building wealth isn't about becoming rich overnight.

It's about living within your means, saving consistently, learning new skills, and making wise decisions that your future self will thank you for.

One of the greatest investments you'll ever make is investing in yourself.

No one can take your knowledge, your experiences, or your personal growth away from you.

Prosperity Is a Way of Living

Prosperity isn't measured by your paycheck.

It's measured by the life you're creating.

Do you wake up with gratitude?

Do you have people who genuinely care about you?

Are you growing into the person you're meant to become?

Are you helping others along the way?

That's prosperity.

Success means very little if you don't have peace.

It's All Connected

When you take care of your health, you have more energy.

When you manage your finances wisely, you experience less stress.

When you live with gratitude and purpose, life begins to feel more abundant—even before your circumstances change.

The goal isn't perfection.

The goal is balance.

Every healthy meal.

Every walk.

Every dollar saved.

Every act of kindness.

Every moment of gratitude.

They all move you one step closer to the life you're trying to build.

So don't wait for "someday."

Start today.

Your future is shaped by the small choices you make every single day.

I'd love to know—what does health, wealth, and prosperity mean to you?

Share your thoughts in the comments.

And if this blog encouraged you, share it with someone you love and care about. You never know who may need this reminder today.

Flow State: Trust the Process and Keep Moving

Godd3ss Aisha

https://open.spotify.com/track/1Et26oqYztuCtr2DQhzfWe?si=f0e892aab1b146e4

"I be in a flow state, flow state... everything is okay, okay..." 🎶

If you've listened to Londrell's "Flow State," you know exactly what I'm talking about.

But what is a flow state?

To me, a flow state is choosing a mindset where you stop trying to control everything and instead trust the journey. You stay present, accept both the highs and the lows, and keep moving forward.

I've talked about this before in previous blogs.

The past has already happened.

The future hasn't arrived.

The only place we truly have any power is right now.

That wasn't always easy for me.

If I didn't get a job, I'd replay the interview over and over.

"What could I have said differently?"

"What did I do wrong?"

Or maybe a family member I was close to suddenly stopped talking to me.

I'd spend days wondering...

"Did I say something?"

"Did I offend them?"

I'd overthink everything.

Then one day during meditation, something clicked.

It was like my higher self gently reminded me...

"You didn't get the job because it wasn't meant for you."

"You already saw the red flags. The pay wasn't right, and the interviewer wasn't respectful. It wouldn't have been a healthy environment."

Then came another realization.

"That family member? They had their own issues. Their silence wasn't about your worth."

A year later, I found out there had indeed been conversations happening behind my back.

And you know what?

I didn't need revenge.

I didn't need answers.

I just needed to trust that what no longer served me was being removed from my life.

Sometimes we fight so hard to hold onto people, jobs, or situations that aren't meant for us.

Meanwhile, life is quietly making room for something better.

That's what "flow state" means to me.

It doesn't mean pretending everything is perfect.

It means believing that even when life feels uncertain, everything is going to be okay.

Sometimes what feels like rejection is actually protection.

Sometimes what feels like loss is actually growth.

And sometimes the Universe is simply helping us let go of what we've been holding onto for far too long.

I love listening to Flow State because it's more than a song.

It's an affirmation.

A reminder that my subconscious is always listening to the words I repeat.

So why not feed it something hopeful?

Take a moment today.

Pause.

Breathe.

Trust yourself.

Trust the process.

Let life flow.

Growth isn't always comfortable, but that's exactly what makes it growth.

So instead of getting stuck...

Flow and grow.

I'd love to hear from you.

Have you ever looked back and realized that something you thought was a setback was actually leading you toward something better?

Share your thoughts in the comments.

And if this blog encouraged you, share it with someone you love and care about. You never know who might need the reminder that everything really is going to be okay.

Peace Love and Light 🧘🏾‍♀️💚

Energy Vampires: Are You Protecting Your Peace?

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story

If you follow me on social media, you've probably seen me talk about energy vampires and the importance of protecting your peace.

So...what exactly is an energy vampire?

You might know one.

Or...

You might be one and not even realize it. 👀

Now, don't get me wrong—life is going to life. We all have difficult seasons, and sometimes we genuinely need someone to listen. There is absolutely nothing wrong with asking for support.

I'm talking about the people who seem to find negativity in every positive conversation. The ones who always have another sad story, another crisis, another complaint, and somehow leave everyone around them feeling emotionally exhausted.

A few years ago, I worked with someone like that.

I'm naturally an empathetic person. I don't mind listening, encouraging people, or sharing my own experiences if it helps someone else.

But every conversation with this person followed the same pattern.

She'd come to me feeling defeated.

I'd spend time encouraging her.

She'd walk away feeling better...

And somehow, I'd walk away feeling worse. 😔

She went on with her day, while I spent mine carrying emotions that weren't even mine.

It was like clockwork.

She felt lighter.

I felt drained.

Was she doing it on purpose?

Probably not.

But intentional or not, the effect on me was the same.

At first, I joked that maybe I should run the other way every time I saw her coming.

"Not today, Satan!" 🏃🏾‍♀️💨😂

Instead, I realized something much healthier.

I could care...

Without carrying.

The next time she came to me with another difficult situation, I simply said,

"I'm so sorry you're going through that. I'll keep you in my prayers."

That was it.

Short.

Kind.

Honest.

Some people may think that's rude.

I don't.

That's called protecting your peace.

Helping others should never require sacrificing your own emotional well-being.

Healthy boundaries aren't selfish.

They're necessary.

If someone's negativity constantly leaves you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained, it may be time to step back a little.

That doesn't mean you stop caring.

It simply means you stop carrying what isn't yours to carry.

Now, here's where I have to be honest...

At one point, I was the energy vampire.

Not intentionally.

When I was hurting, I wanted everyone around me to understand my pain. I vented to anyone who would listen, hoping they'd understand what I was going through.

After I got it off my chest...

I felt better.

But they didn't.

They were still upset, replaying my problems in their minds.

I had unknowingly passed my emotional weight onto someone else.

Today, I handle things differently.

I still talk things through—but with two trusted Goddesses.

I journal.

I meditate.

I pray.

I breathe.

Those practices help me process my emotions without placing them on everyone around me.

There's absolutely nothing wrong with venting.

Just be mindful of how often you do it, who you're doing it with, and whether you're also taking steps to process those emotions in healthy ways.

Because emotions are contagious.

So I'll leave you with one question...

Are you protecting your peace...or unintentionally draining someone else's?

I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

If this blog spoke to you, share it with someone you love and care about. You never know who might need the reminder that it's okay to care deeply while still protecting your own peace.

Until next time...

Peace, Love & Light. 💚

The Four Agreements: Four Simple Principles That Can Change Your Life

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story...

I remember the first time someone recommended The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.

My first thought was...

"That book is so thin...what could he possibly have written in so few pages that's considered life-changing?" 🤔😂

So I opened it.

And I started reading.

As I made my way through each chapter, I found myself asking...

"Does this even apply to me?"

(My ego answered first. 😉)

Then I realized...

Oh yes.

It absolutely does.

The Four Agreements are simple:

💚 Be Impeccable With Your Word (Be honest and speak with integrity.)

💚 Don't Take Anything Personally

💚 Don't Make Assumptions

💚 Always Do Your Best

At first glance, you might think,

"I already do those things."

👀

But...

Do you really?

Think about this.

Have you ever talked to someone who's normally cheerful, but one day they seemed distant or short with you?

What was your first thought?

"Did I do something?"

"Are they mad at me?"

"What's their problem?"

Be honest...

Most of us have been there.

Now let's connect that to The Four Agreements.

Without even realizing it, we often:

✔️ Make assumptions.

✔️ Take things personally.

All because we never stopped

to ask,

"Are you okay?"

Instead, our minds start creating stories that may not even be true.

I've done it.

🤦🏾‍♀️

I've replayed conversations in my head.

Imagined scenarios.

Worked myself into feelings that were based on assumptions instead of facts.

Had I asked one question...

"Are you okay?"

I probably would've saved myself a whole lot of unnecessary emotions. 😂

Then there's the agreement about doing your best.

I'll be honest...

Some mornings, that alarm goes off, and my first thought is,

"I'm just going to do enough to get through today."

We've all had those days.

But doing your best doesn't always mean giving 100%.

Sometimes your best is 100%.

Sometimes it's 80%.

Sometimes it's 40%.

Your best changes depending on what life is asking of you.

The important thing is that you show up honestly with whatever your best looks like that day.

So How Does This Affect Your Health?

More than you might think.

Making assumptions can lead to overthinking.

Overthinking can create stress.

Stress can become anxiety.

Anxiety can affect your sleep.

Your eating habits.

Your relationships.

Your mood.

It's a domino effect.

Sometimes protecting your peace begins with changing the stories you tell yourself.

That's one reason this little book has had such a big impact on so many people.

Its lessons are simple...

But applying them takes practice.

If you've never read The Four Agreements, I highly recommend it.

And if you have...

How's it going?

Have you truly made those agreements with yourself?

I'd love to hear your thoughts.

If this message resonated with you, share it with someone you love and care about. It just might inspire them to look at life—and themselves—a little differently.

Until next time...

Parasites, Gut Health & Cleansing: Separating Fact from Fiction

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story…

By now, you’ve probably heard people talking about parasites all over social media. 😳

When I first started changing my diet and becoming more intentional about what I put into my body, I saw countless videos claiming parasites were behind everything—from sugar cravings to bloating to fatigue.

I’ll admit…

It got my attention.

Like many people, when I heard the word parasite, I immediately thought of tapeworms.

But after doing more research, I realized two things:

First, parasites are real, and certain infections do occur.

Second, there’s also a lot of misinformation online.

Not every craving, upset stomach, itchy skin, or bloated belly is caused by parasites. Those symptoms can have many different causes, and it’s important not to jump to conclusions.

So What Can You Do?

For me, this journey became less about chasing internet trends and more about taking better care of my body.

That means focusing on habits that support overall digestive health and wellness.

🧄 Garlic

Garlic has been used in traditional diets for generations and contains compounds that researchers continue to study for their potential health benefits.

Whether eaten raw or cooked into your favorite meal, it’s a nutritious addition to many diets.

🎃 Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

Pepitas are packed with nutrients, healthy fats, magnesium, zinc, and fiber.

They’re a delicious snack and can be part of a balanced diet that supports overall health.

🥭 Papaya

Papaya is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes that may support healthy digestion.

The fruit is a wonderful addition to your diet if you enjoy it.

🌿 Chlorophyll

Many people enjoy liquid chlorophyll as part of their wellness routine.

While some people say it makes them feel refreshed, scientific evidence for many of the health claims made online remains limited.

If you like it, enjoy it—but don’t expect it to be a cure-all.

💧 Support Your Body Naturally

One thing I do believe in is giving the body what it needs to function well.

That includes:

💚 Drinking plenty of water

💚 Eating more whole foods

💚 Including fruits and vegetables in your meals

💚 Getting enough fiber

💚 Moving your body

💚 Getting quality sleep

💚 Managing stress

For some people, periodic fasting may also be part of their personal wellness routine if it’s appropriate for their health and they practice it safely.

Listen to Your Body

If you’re experiencing ongoing digestive problems, unexplained weight loss, severe abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, blood in your stool, or other concerning symptoms, don’t rely on social media for answers.

Talk with a qualified healthcare professional who can determine whether testing or treatment is appropriate.

Our bodies are incredibly resilient when we nourish them with intention.

The goal isn’t to chase every wellness trend.

The goal is to create healthy habits that help you feel your best—mind, body, and spirit.

If this message resonated with you, share it with someone you love and care about. Wellness begins with learning, asking questions, and making informed choices together.

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️

Self-Care Sunday: The One Appointment You Should Never Cancel

Godd3ss Aisha

True Story…

(Subliminal affirmations playing through my Bluetooth sleep mask.)

“I am healthy. I am abundant. I am right where I need to be.”

As I slowly opened my eyes, my first thought was…

“All praises to the Most High. Thank You for another Rising.” 💚

Then my mind started making its list.

“I need to wash my hair.”

“I’d love to soak in a hot bath.”

“It’s been a long week.”

Then another thought came…

Today is going to be about me.

All me.

All day.

So I turned to my boyfriend and said,

“Babe, I’m officially declaring Sundays my Self-Care Sundays.”

He looked at me and laughed.

“Now what kind of craziness are you talking about?” 😂

I smiled and said,

“I think everyone should take one day out of every seven and dedicate it to themselves.”

Not to work.

Not to errands.

Not to social media.

Not to everyone else’s needs.

Just…

You.

Maybe that means unplugging from the world for a while.

Maybe it’s meditation.

Reading.

Prayer.

Journaling.

Yoga.

A walk.

Or simply sitting quietly with your own thoughts.

For me?

I’m drawing a nice hot bath.

Adding Epsom salts.

Crushing fresh herbs and rose petals.

Lighting a few candles.

Putting on some smooth jazz or calming frequencies.

Maybe I’ll read.

Maybe I’ll journal.

Maybe I’ll stretch.

Maybe I’ll simply breathe.

The point isn’t what I do…

The point is that I’m intentionally resetting.

How Do You Reset?

Or…

Do you?

Some people hear “Self-Care Sunday” and immediately think,

“Who has time for that?”

My answer?

We make time for what we believe is important.

Think about it.

How many hours do we spend scrolling social media?

Watching television?

Binge-watching another series?

We often have the time.

We’ve just gotten used to giving it away.

Now, don’t get me wrong.

If watching your favorite show helps you unwind, that’s perfectly okay.

But ask yourself this:

How do you feel afterward?

Refreshed?

Recharged?

Peaceful?

Or simply distracted for a little while?

(Think back to my blog about stress, anger, and anxiety.)

Sometimes our minds need something deeper than distraction.

They need restoration.

Try Something Different

Step outside your comfort zone.

Open that book you’ve been meaning to read.

(Reading really is fundamental. 😊)

Take that long bath.

Add the Epsom salts.

Light a few candles.

Take slow, intentional breaths.

Sit in silence.

Reconnect…

Not with social media.

Not even with nature.

Reconnect with yourself.

Be fully present.

The past has already happened.

Tomorrow hasn’t arrived.

Right now…

Just be.

When you feel ready, then plan your week.

Prepare for Monday.

Organize your schedule.

But don’t let planning steal today’s peace.

And if you’re thinking,

“Aisha, I can’t dedicate an entire day.”

That’s okay.

Start with four hours.

Four uninterrupted hours dedicated to your mind, body, and soul.

Can you give yourself that?

It doesn’t have to be Sunday.

Choose whichever day works for your life.

Just choose you.

I’d love to hear what happens when you make yourself a priority.

If this message speaks to your heart, share it with someone you love and care about. They may need permission to slow down and care for themselves, too.

Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾‍♀️