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:
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:
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. 💚🧘🏾♀️
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...
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...
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. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Beating the Heat Naturally: A Holistic Guide to Staying Cool This Summer
Godd3ss Alicia
Summer is beautiful.
Longer days.
Brighter sunshine.
Family cookouts.
Time at the beach.
Fresh fruits.
Nature is in full bloom.
But let’s be honest…
Sometimes it’s just HOT! 🥵
As temperatures rise, many of us immediately reach for the air conditioner, an ice-cold drink, or the nearest shady spot. While there’s nothing wrong with that, there are also natural ways to help your body stay balanced during the hottest months of the year.
Let’s explore a few simple, holistic practices that may help you stay cool, refreshed, and connected with your body.
💧 Hydrate With Intention
Water is your body’s best friend.
By the time you feel thirsty, your body may already be asking for more fluids. Keep a reusable water bottle nearby and sip throughout the day instead of waiting until you’re dehydrated.
If plain water isn’t your favorite, try adding slices of lemon, cucumber, mint, berries, or watermelon for a refreshing twist.
Hydration isn’t just about drinking water—many fruits and vegetables help too.
Think:
🍉 Watermelon
🥒 Cucumber
🍓 Strawberries
🍊 Citrus fruits
🥬 Leafy greens
Nature often provides exactly what our bodies need during each season.
🥗 Eat Foods That Nourish
Heavy, greasy meals can sometimes leave us feeling sluggish, especially in the heat.
Instead, try choosing lighter meals that are rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
Fresh salads.
Smoothies.
Seasonal produce.
These foods can leave you feeling energized instead of weighed down.
🌳 Spend Time With Nature
If possible, enjoy the outdoors during the cooler parts of the day.
An early morning walk.
An evening stroll.
Sitting beneath a tree.
Listening to birds.
Feeling the breeze.
Nature has a beautiful way of calming both the body and the mind.
Sometimes the coolest place isn’t indoors—it’s in the shade with a peaceful heart.
🧘🏾♀️ Slow Your Pace
Heat naturally asks us to slow down.
Instead of constantly pushing yourself, honor your body’s signals.
Rest when needed.
Stretch.
Practice deep breathing.
Meditate.
Give yourself permission to move through the day with intention instead of urgency.
👕 Dress for Comfort
Loose-fitting, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen help your body release heat more efficiently.
Light-colored clothing reflects more sunlight than dark colors and may help you stay cooler outdoors.
Comfort is self-care.
😌 Cool Your Mind, Too
Heat doesn’t just affect the body.
It can affect our mood.
Many people notice they become more impatient, irritable, or mentally exhausted during extremely hot weather.
When that happens…
Pause.
Take a few slow breaths.
Step into the shade.
Drink some water.
Give yourself a few quiet moments before reacting.
Sometimes cooling the mind is just as important as cooling the body.
😴 Prioritize Rest
Quality sleep helps your body recover from physical and mental stress.
Keep your bedroom as cool and comfortable as possible.
Reduce screen time before bed.
Allow yourself to truly rest so you can wake up refreshed.
💚 Listen to Your Body
Every person is different.
Some people love the heat.
Others struggle with it.
There is no prize for pushing through exhaustion or ignoring the signs your body is giving you.
Honor your limits.
Rest when you need to.
Drink water.
Find shade.
Ask for help if necessary.
Listening to your body is one of the greatest acts of self-love.
A Gentle Reminder
Holistic living isn’t about perfection.
It’s about paying attention.
It’s about working with your body instead of against it.
This summer, slow down.
Hydrate.
Nourish yourself.
Spend time in nature.
Protect your peace.
And remember…
Sometimes the coolest thing you can do is simply breathe.
If this message refreshed your spirit, please share it with someone you love and care about. They may need a gentle reminder to slow down and care for themselves this summer.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Stress, Anger, Anxiety & The World: How Do YOU Handle It?
Godd3ss Aisha
True Story...
(The thoughts in parentheses are conversations with my higher self.)
I'm scrolling...
A young life lost. 👀
Another story about racism.
Another act of violence.
Another heartbreaking headline. 🥺
Then...
A personal problem.
Bills are overdue. 🤦🏾♀️
My phone keeps buzzing.
My mind starts racing.
"What is going on?"
"Why is everything happening at once?"
"My friend needs me."
"How am I going to pay this bill?"
"Is he still in love?"
Then...
PAUSE.
My higher self interrupted the chaos.
"Aisha...pause."
We all know what it feels like.
Some of us are living this story right now.
The headlines.
The responsibilities.
The family struggles.
The uncertainty.
The grief.
The stress.
So let me ask you...
How are you handling it?
Are you angry?
Hurt?
Confused?
Overwhelmed?
Completely exhausted?
I understand. 💚
But how we respond makes all the difference.
Not only for ourselves...
But for everyone around us.
As I sat with my emotions, I realized something.
I hurt for families experiencing unimaginable loss.
As a mother, those stories hit differently.
I also found myself thinking about my own life.
Two years ago, I lost my uncle.
The last conversation we had wasn't the one I wish we'd had.
I remember raising my voice because he was being stubborn.
Before he passed, I apologized.
But he never had the chance to answer.
For a long time, I carried guilt.
I just wanted to hear him say,
"It's okay, Isha."
There was a time when I would've handled these emotions differently.
I would've drowned them in alcohol.
Maybe cried.
Maybe argued.
Then, I spent the next day apologizing and trying not to get sick.
🤦🏾♀️
But today...
Things are different.
My higher self asked me a few simple questions.
Stress
"Can you fix what's stressing you right now?"
No.
"Then why continue feeding it?"
Anger
"Why are you really angry?"
Because I'm a mother of two sons, and stories like these remind me how fragile life can be.
Then another question came.
"Is this your burden to carry?"
No.
"Have compassion. Pray for the family. But don't allow someone else's tragedy to consume your peace."
Then came the bills.
"Bills will always exist."
"Prioritize what you can today."
Then my uncle.
"He heard your apology."
"It's time to let go of the guilt."
😌
I took a deep breath.
Life will always present challenges.
The world will always have difficult headlines.
There will always be something trying to pull us into fear, anger, anxiety, or despair.
The question isn't whether those moments will come.
The question is...
How will you respond?
As I write this, I can literally feel my energy changing.
My vibration is rising.
Not because my problems disappeared.
But because I'm doing something that brings me peace.
I'm writing.
I'm reflecting.
I'm sharing.
And if these words help just one person feel less alone...
Then my heart is full.
We're all walking this journey called life together.
Let's stop feeding toxic cycles that keep us stuck.
Let's stop giving every headline permission to steal our peace.
Before you crash out...
Pause.
Before you react...
Pause.
Before you respond...
Breathe.
Go for a walk.
Pray.
Meditate.
Journal.
Talk with someone you trust.
Do whatever helps you return to yourself.
Because the energy you carry doesn't stay with you.
It touches your family.
Your friends.
Your coworkers.
Your community.
And your own health.
The next time life feels overwhelming...
Pause.
Process.
Breathe.
Then move forward with intention.
Update: As I finish writing this...
My vibration is higher.
And it feels so much better. 😌🧘🏾♀️
If this message resonated with you, share it with someone you love and care about. You never know who may need permission to pause today.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Ego, Pride, and YOU: Knowing the Difference
Godd3ss Aisha
True Story
“Aye, Aisha, I bet you can’t take these last two shots!”
Me:
“Bet I can!”
One slam. 🥃
Two slam. 🥃
(Thinking)
“Don’t call me out…I’m bout this life!” 😂
“Now what?!”
A little later…
“Uhh, my girl is trippin. Can you give me a ride home?”
Me:
“Bet. Let me get my keys.”
Then that little voice inside started talking…
“Now, Aisha…you know good and well you have no business driving. Make some food, chill for a while, then take him home.”
Then came the outside voice:
“Ayyye, you good though, right? I know those shots ain’t got you?”
Me:
“Oh yeah, I’m good. Just gotta find my keys.”
Inside voice again:
“Aisha…don’t do it.”
My response?
“Shiiid…let’s go. Besides, I need cigarettes anyway. I’ve done this before. This is nothing new.”
Found my keys.
Started driving.
“Make a left on Murray.”
Then…
🚨 Woooop Woooop 🚨
👀👀👀
Damn.
The police. 🤦🏾♀️
“License, registration, and proof of insurance, please.”
Now what?
This actually happened to me.
As I reflect back on my life, I think about the choices I made and, more importantly…
Why I made them.
When I really started digging deep, I realized that my ego and my pride played a major role in many of the decisions that led me into difficult situations.
Let’s break it down.
Ego: The First Responder
I realized that in many of my unfortunate situations, my ego was always the first one to show up.
Look back at the story:
“I bet you can’t take these last two shots.”
Who answered first?
My ego.
“Bet I can.”
Not logic.
Not wisdom.
Not my higher self.
Ego.
The part of me that felt challenged.
The part that felt like I had something to prove.
Pride: The Enforcer
Now pride?
Whew. 😂
I call pride the enforcer.
Pride came in right behind ego, saying:
“I’m bout that life.”
“You’ve done this before.”
“Today isn’t any different.”
Pride will have you defending a decision that deep down you already know isn’t the right one.
Unless you recognize it.
Then There Was ME
The real me was there too.
The calm voice.
The wise voice.
The voice saying:
“Aisha…you know you shouldn’t do this.”
🤔🤔🤔
So why didn’t I listen?
Why did I let ego and pride take control and end up with a ticket and AA classes?
When I was honest with myself, the answer was simple:
I wanted people to think I was “about that life.”
I wanted validation.
🤦🏾♀️
There goes that word again…
Validation.
I didn’t realize how much seeking others' approval was influencing my decisions.
So I started looking back at different moments in my life.
Different choices.
Different situations.
And I noticed a pattern.
Ego spoke first.
Pride backed it up.
And my true self?
My wisdom?
My intuition?
She was usually the quiet voice I ignored.
So I made a change.
I started pausing.
Thinking.
Processing.
Because we’ve all had those moments where that reasonable voice shows up and says:
“Maybe rethink this,”
I call that voice my higher self.
The Goddess I strive to become every day. 💚
Sounds funny, maybe…
But it works.
I started listening to her.
Even now in 2026, I catch myself.
I call myself out in my own thoughts.
I pause before reacting.
I ask:
“Who is speaking right now?”
Because usually, when we react instantly out of anger, fear, embarrassment, or a need to prove something…
That’s ego.
Now, every situation is different.
But learning to recognize your ego before it takes control can change everything.
Some decisions last five minutes.
Some decisions affect your entire life.
So before you respond…
Before you react…
Before you feel the need to prove yourself…
Ask one honest question:
Who is showing up right now?
YOU?
EGO?
Or PRIDE?
Only you truly know the answer.
If this message connects with you, share it with someone you love and care about. Someone may need this reminder before ego makes the next decision.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
The First Hour and The Last Hour: How You Begin and End Your Day Matters
Godd3ss Aisha
True Story...
(Alarm playing Lizzy Jeff 🎶)
"Look me in my eyes when you speak to me, then I better feel your frequency."
My first thought?
"I'm not feeling this." 🙄
I grabbed my phone and headed to the bathroom.
There I sat, barely awake, already scrolling through Facebook.
One video.
One headline.
One comment section.
Then came the thoughts...
"I can't believe that happened."
"What is wrong with the world?!"
Of course, I had to tell my husband what I saw.
Then I got to work and told some coworkers.
Then came the conversations, debates, and discussions.
By the end of the day?
I was drained.
My energy was heavy.
I just wanted to go home.
About an hour before bed, I decided to check Facebook again.
And guess what?
More madness.
More opinions.
More chaos.
There I was talking back to videos, rolling my eyes, thinking...
"Couldn't be me." 😂
I put my phone down and tried to sleep.
Keyword...
Tried.
I tossed.
I turned.
And before I knew it...
🎶 "Look me in my eyes when you speak to me, then I better feel your frequency." 🎶
The alarm was going off again. 🤦🏾♀️
Then I came across a reel from a monk who said something that made me stop and think:
What you do with the first hour and the last hour of your day is important.
He suggested that when you wake up, don't immediately grab your phone.
Take a few minutes.
Give gratitude.
Take some deep breaths.
Be present.
Let your mind wake up before you invite the world in.
Then an hour before bed?
Put the phone down.
Charge it.
Disconnect from the noise.
🤔🤔🤔
So you already know...
I had to put it to the test.
The next morning, my alarm went off, and let me tell you...
The urge to grab my phone was CRAZY. 😂
But I said:
"Nope. Let's do this."
I closed my eyes.
I gave thanks for another day. 😌
I did some breath work.
I looked in the mirror and spoke positive affirmations over myself.
Then I showered and started my day.
The difference?
Amazing.
I felt like I was on a natural high.
I didn't even think about checking my phone until lunch.
By then, I had already accomplished more than expected, and most importantly...
I felt good.
Later that evening, I scrolled for a little while and continued with my night.
Then bedtime came.
That habit kicked in.
"Let me check this one post real quick..."
Then I stopped myself.
Nah.
I put the phone down.
I lay there.
Closed my eyes.
Gave thanks for another day.
Instead of filling my mind with stress, drama, and everyone else's problems, I started thinking about positive affirmations.
How could I grow?
How could I improve my skills?
How could I become a better version of myself?
And before I knew it...
😴😴😴
Peace.
I tried this for a week, and I was amazed at how much the beginning and ending of my day affected everything in between.
My mood.
My patience.
My focus.
My sleep.
My energy.
We often say social media is just entertainment...
But is it always?
Other people's problems.
Arguments.
Politics.
Celebrity drama.
Negativity.
Opinions.
We consume it and sometimes don't realize we're carrying it into our own lives.
Into our homes.
Into our relationships.
Into our minds.
Sometimes consciously.
Sometimes subconsciously.
So here's my challenge for you:
The 7-Day First Hour & Last Hour Challenge.
When you rise, leave the phone alone.
Your emails will still be there.
The notifications can wait.
The likes aren't going anywhere.
Instead:
💚 Give gratitude
💚 Take deep breaths
💚 Stretch your body
💚 Speak positivity over yourself
💚 Set your energy before the world tries to set it for you
Then do the same before bed.
Disconnect from the outside world.
Reconnect with yourself.
After seven days, check in.
Did you sleep better?
Were you less irritated?
Did you feel more focused?
Did your energy change?
Or did it make no difference?
I'd love to hear your experience.
Share your thoughts, and if this message connected with you, share it with someone you love and care about. Someone else may need the reminder to protect their peace, too.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
After the Celebration: Resetting the Mind, Body & Soul Before the Week Begins
Godd3ss Aisha
The fireworks have faded.
The music has stopped.
The gatherings are over.
The memories have been made.
For many of us, the Independence Day celebration was filled with laughter, friends, family, food, and fun. Maybe a little too much fun. 😂
Extra sweets.
Processed foods.
Heavy meals.
Alcohol.
Less sleep.
More stress on the body than we’re used to.
Our bodies, minds, and spirits have been running on celebration mode—but now comes the most important part:
The reset.
Before we jump back into emails, meetings, deadlines, responsibilities, and the demands of the work week, we owe ourselves a moment to get centered.
Because how we show up for ourselves impacts how we show up for the world.
🌿 Start With Gratitude
Before thinking about everything you have to do tomorrow, take a moment to appreciate everything you experienced.
The conversations.
The laughter.
The moments with loved ones.
The simple gift of being here.
Gratitude changes our perspective. Instead of waking up thinking, “I have to go to work,” try shifting the energy:
“I get another opportunity to make an impact.”
A small change in mindset can create a powerful change in the day.
💧 Cleanse Your Body
After days of heavy food, sugar, or drinks, your body may be asking for balance.
Drink water.
Eat nourishing foods.
Enjoy fruits, vegetables, and meals that fuel you.
Move your body.
Stretch.
Take that walk.
Give the body the same kindness you give everyone else.
Our bodies carry us through every experience—we should honor them.
🧘🏾♀️ Quiet the Noise
The world is loud.
Phones.
Social media.
Opinions.
News.
Notifications.
Sometimes peace requires disconnecting from everything else so we can reconnect with ourselves.
Try:
Meditation.
Prayer.
Deep breathing.
Journaling.
Listening to calming music.
Sitting outside and allowing Mother Nature to remind us that everything has a rhythm.
The waves.
The wind.
The trees.
The birds.
And yes…you. 💚
🌱 Release What Doesn’t Serve You
Before beginning a new week, ask yourself:
“What am I carrying that I no longer need?”
Stress?
Fear?
Comparison?
Anger?
Doubt?
Someone else’s expectations?
You don’t have to carry yesterday’s weight into tomorrow’s journey.
Every new day is an opportunity to realign.
💼 Bring my Best Self to Work
Work isn’t just about tasks, projects, or a paycheck.
It’s also about energy.
The version of yourself you bring into the workplace affects everyone around you.
Your coworkers.
Your customers.
Your team.
Your leadership.
Your kindness may ease someone’s difficult day.
Your patience may change someone’s perspective.
Your positive energy may create a ripple effect you never even see.
When you care for yourself first, you have more to give others.
✨ Energy Impacts the Universe
Everything is connected.
The words we speak.
The thoughts we entertain.
The energy we carry.
When we choose peace, kindness, patience, and compassion, we put more of those things into the world.
A healthier you creates healthier relationships.
Healthier relationships create stronger communities.
Stronger communities create a better world.
So before the new week begins…
Take a breath.
Drink some water.
Take a walk.
Feed your body.
Quiet your mind.
Check in with your soul.
Ask yourself:
“How do I want to show up in the world tomorrow?”
Because the greatest reset isn’t just about returning to work.
It’s about returning to yourself.
If this message touched your heart, share it with someone you love and care about. Sometimes we all need a gentle reminder to pause, reset, and choose peace.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Independence Begins Within: A July 4th Reflection on Freedom, Peace, and the Soul
Godd3ss Alicia
Today, we celebrate Independence Day.
Two hundred and fifty years ago, a group of people envisioned something greater than themselves—a nation built on the ideals of liberty, courage, and the pursuit of a better future.
Whether you’re celebrating with family, watching fireworks, enjoying a cookout, or simply taking a moment for yourself, today offers us something else…
An opportunity to reflect.
Reflection is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.
We spend so much of our lives moving.
Working.
Planning.
Scrolling.
Worrying.
Reacting.
But how often do we stop long enough to ask ourselves…
“Am I truly free?”
Not politically.
Personally.
Are you free from anger that’s been weighing on your heart?
Are you free from comparing yourself to everyone you see on social media?
Are you free from needing approval from people who don’t truly know you?
Are you free from guilt over something you cannot change?
Are you free from the fear that’s been keeping you from becoming who you were created to be?
Sometimes the greatest independence we can experience isn’t celebrated with fireworks.
It’s celebrated in silence.
It’s the quiet moment when we forgive someone who never apologized.
It’s choosing peace over proving we’re right.
It’s letting go of yesterday so we can fully embrace today.
It’s deciding that our happiness is no longer dependent on someone else’s opinion.
Just as our nation has grown, struggled, learned, and evolved over the past 250 years, so have we.
Every scar tells a story.
Every setback teaches a lesson.
Every challenge offers an opportunity to grow stronger, wiser, and more compassionate.
Reflection doesn’t erase our past.
It helps us understand it.
It reminds us how far we’ve come and gently points us toward where we’re meant to go next.
Today, while the sky fills with brilliant colors, take a few moments to sit quietly.
Breathe deeply.
Listen to the wind.
Feel the warmth of the sun.
Offer gratitude for the freedoms you enjoy.
Then offer yourself another gift.
Ask yourself:
What am I ready to be free from?
Maybe it’s resentment.
Maybe it’s self-doubt.
Maybe it’s fear.
Maybe it’s the constant pressure to be perfect.
Whatever it is…
Today is a beautiful day to begin letting it go.
Freedom isn’t just something written in history books.
It’s something we choose, one decision at a time.
May this Independence Day remind you that the greatest journey you’ll ever take isn’t across a country…
It’s inward.
Toward peace.
Toward healing.
Toward becoming the most authentic version of yourself.
If this message touched your heart, please share it with someone you love and care about. Reflection has a way of healing not only ourselves but everyone whose lives we touch.
From all of us at A Godd3ss3s Cr3ation, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day.
Happy 250th Birthday, America. 🇺🇸
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Take a Walk: Your Mind, Body, and Soul Will Thank You
Godd3ss Aisha
Have you ever watched a sitcom where the dad tells his angry son, “Go take a walk!” 😂
As funny as it sounds, it’s actually some pretty solid advice.
Whether it’s a slow stroll around the neighborhood or a brisk walk to get your cardio in, moving your body is one of the simplest gifts you can give yourself.
I try to make it a habit to go for a walk at least once or twice a week. Come to think of it…there are times when I walk simply because I need to.
But here’s the question…
When was the last time you took a walk and truly listened?
Not with earbuds blasting music or your eyes glued to your phone.
I mean, really listened.
Listen to yourself.
Listen to Mother Nature.
Listen to the wind dancing through the trees.
Listen to the birds singing to one another as they fly from branch to branch.
There’s something incredibly peaceful about it.
Walking has become a form of meditation for me. It’s a time to put life into perspective and check in with myself.
I often ask a simple question:
“How are you…really?”
With family, friends, work, social media, and the world constantly demanding our attention, we spend so much time taking care of everyone else that we forget to check on the one person who needs us the most—ourselves.
Walking benefits the body, too.
It strengthens my legs, glutes, and core. It gets my heart pumping and my blood flowing. Every step is an investment in my physical health.
But the greatest benefit isn’t physical.
It’s the opportunity to slow down long enough to appreciate the little things.
A hummingbird searching for nectar.
The fragrance of blooming flowers.
The rhythm of the breeze.
(Yes…I’m having a full Pocahontas moment over here. 😂😂😂)
Life can be loud.
Kids need you.
Cars are rushing by.
Work emails keep coming.
Maybe your spouse is fussing.
Maybe your boss is testing every ounce of your patience.
If you’ve learned to tune out the noise around you, why not tune into something that gives back?
Tune into yourself.
Tune into nature.
You may be surprised by what you discover.
You might find the courage to make a difficult decision.
You may find clarity where there was confusion.
You may finally release something that’s been weighing heavily on your heart.
And yes…you’ll burn a few calories while you’re at it. 😂
I’m not saying a walk will solve every problem in your life.
But before you vent to the wrong person…
Before you fire off that emotional text…
Before you make that Facebook post you might regret…
Take a walk.
Give yourself 30 to 45 minutes.
Step away from the noise.
Clear your mind.
Disconnect from the world.
Reconnect with yourself.
Reconnect with Mother Nature.
You may come back with exactly what you needed.
If this message spoke to you, share it with someone you love and care about. Sometimes the greatest gift we can give another person isn’t advice—it’s a gentle reminder to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves. You never know who might need to hear these words today.
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Tune Into Your Best Self: The Power of Brain Waves & Binaural Beats
Godd3ss Aisha
Most of us learned about brain waves in school—at least we touched on the subject. But how many of us truly understand what they are or how they may benefit our minds and bodies?
Our brains operate using different frequencies: Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. Each one plays a unique role in how we think, feel, rest, and heal.
Speaking from personal experience, listening to the pure tones can be a little unusual at first. If they aren’t your thing, try binaural beats on YouTube. You still receive the benefits of the frequencies while enjoying relaxing music or peaceful melodies.
Now, I know this isn’t for everyone. Some people can’t make it through a jazz or classical song without feeling sleepy—and that’s okay! Listen to what brings you peace and joy.
But if you’re on a journey of personal growth, dealing with brain fog, struggling to focus, or simply looking to sharpen your mind, brain wave frequencies may be worth exploring.
So how can a simple frequency affect the body? Let’s take a closer look.
🌙 Delta (0.5–4 Hz)
Delta waves are associated with deep, restorative sleep. They’re wonderful for those who can fall asleep but struggle to stay asleep.
This frequency is also linked to the body’s natural healing processes, supporting tissue repair and the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) during deep sleep. Delta may also help reduce stress and lower cortisol levels—that pesky stress hormone that always seems to show up at the worst times.
😌 Theta (4–8 Hz)
Theta is the frequency of deep relaxation.
Many in the holistic and spiritual communities appreciate this state because it’s often associated with meditation, creativity, intuition, emotional openness, and inner healing. It’s no surprise that Theta is sometimes called the “healing frequency.”
🧠 Alpha (8–12 Hz)
If you’ve ever struggled with brain fog or difficulty concentrating, Alpha frequencies may become one of your favorites.
Alpha waves promote a calm, alert mind, supporting cognitive health, focus, relaxation, and mental clarity.
⚡ Beta (12–30 Hz)
Beta waves are active when we’re thinking, learning, solving problems, and making decisions.
They help support concentration, memory retention, and logical thinking. For everyday productivity and getting things done, Beta has your back.
🚀 Gamma (30–100 Hz)
Gamma is my personal favorite!
I often listen to Gamma frequencies while studying, preparing for something important, or whenever I want to feel mentally sharp.
Gamma waves are associated with learning, information processing, creativity, memory, and heightened focus. When I really need my brain firing on all cylinders, Gamma is one of my go-to frequencies.
Personally, I think combining Alpha and Gamma creates an incredible balance—Alpha helps calm and clear the mind, while Gamma sharpens your focus and mental performance.
Just as our bodies need nourishing food to stay healthy, our brains benefit from healthy input as well.
Whether it’s the music we listen to, the thoughts we entertain, the people we surround ourselves with, or the frequencies we expose ourselves to, everything contributes to our overall well-being.
Feed your mind with intention.
Heal your vessel.
Expand your awareness.
And ask yourself…
What frequency are you tuned into?
Peace, Love & Light. 💚🧘🏾♀️
Breathe In Peace, Breathe Out What No Longer Serves You 🌿💚
Godd3ss Aisha
In a world that constantly demands our attention, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pause and take a breath.
Not just any breath—but an intentional breath.
Breathwork is one of my favorite ways to start the day, release tension, reconnect with myself, and create a sense of calm before life starts pulling me in a hundred different directions.
Many people think breathwork is simply breathing in and breathing out, but it's so much more than that. True breathwork begins deep in the belly.
Take a slow, deep breath in through your nose and allow your stomach to expand. Hold that breath for a few seconds—or perhaps a count of ten, if that feels comfortable for you. As you hold it, think about what no longer serves you—the worries, fears, frustrations, and negative energy that you're carrying.
Then slowly release the breath through your mouth until every last bit of air is gone.
As you exhale, imagine releasing everything that isn't aligned with the person you're becoming.
Stress.
Doubt.
Fear.
Tension.
Let it go.
One of the most fascinating things about breathwork is that we naturally knew how to do it when we entered this world. Watch a newborn baby breathe, and you'll notice their belly rises and falls effortlessly. They breathe deeply and naturally.
Somewhere along the way, many of us stopped.
We began taking shallow breaths from our chest, moving quickly through life without ever truly connecting to the present moment.
Breathwork invites us back.
Back to ourselves.
Back to the moment.
Back to peace.
The beautiful thing is that breathwork can be used anywhere. Before a big presentation. Before making a difficult decision. During a stressful day. Before a workout. Before bed.
Sometimes all it takes is a few intentional breaths to shift your entire mindset.
So today, permit yourself to pause.
Take a deep breath.
Relax your shoulders.
Release what no longer serves you.
And remember:
You are stronger than you think.
You are worthy.
You are capable.
You are amazing.
The breath is always there, waiting to guide you back home to yourself. 💚😌
Light a Candle, Feed Your Soul: The Holistic Magic of Natural Candles 🕯️✨
Godd3ss Alicia
Have you ever noticed how lighting a candle can instantly change the mood of a room?
One moment you’re stressed, overwhelmed, and mentally juggling a thousand things. The next, a soft glow fills the space, a gentle scent drifts through the air, and suddenly the world feels just a little calmer.
That’s the magic of candles.
But not all candles are created equal. Natural candles, often made from soy wax, beeswax, or coconut wax and infused with essential oils, offer more than just fragrance—they can be a simple yet powerful tool for holistic wellness.
🌿 Creating a Sacred Pause
Life moves fast.
We’re constantly connected, scrolling, working, and multitasking. Lighting a natural candle can serve as a signal to slow down.
It says:
“This moment is for me.”
Whether you’re journaling, meditating, praying, reading, or simply enjoying a quiet cup of tea, a candle creates an intentional space for self-care and reflection.
💚 Aromatherapy for the Soul
Natural candles often contain essential oils that can help support relaxation and emotional well-being.
Lavender may encourage calmness.
Peppermint can feel refreshing and energizing.
Citrus scents often bring feelings of positivity and joy.
Eucalyptus can create a sense of renewal and clarity.
Sometimes healing begins not with what we do, but with how we feel.
🧘🏾♀️ A Tool for Mindfulness
One of the simplest mindfulness practices is to sit quietly and focus on a candle flame.
Watch it dance.
Notice its movement.
Take slow breaths.
Allow your mind to settle.
This simple practice can help create moments of peace in an otherwise noisy world.
✨ Setting Intentions
Many people use candles as part of their personal rituals.
Before lighting a candle, take a moment to set an intention:
“I choose peace.”
“I choose gratitude.”
“I choose healing.”
“I choose joy.”
The candle becomes a reminder of that intention long after it’s lit.
🌸 Coming Soon to A Godd3ss3s Cr3ation
We’re excited to share that natural candles will soon be arriving in the A Godd3ss3s Cr3ation shop!
Just like our handcrafted soaps and wellness products, our upcoming candles are being created with intention, self-care, and holistic living in mind. Whether you’re creating a relaxing evening ritual, setting the mood for meditation, or simply bringing warmth into your home, these candles are designed to help nourish the spirit and create moments of peace.
Stay tuned for product announcements and scent releases—we can’t wait to share them with you!
🌟 The Glow We All Need
Natural candles won’t solve every problem.
They won’t pay the bills, clean the house, or answer your emails.
But they can help create a space where your mind can rest, your spirit can breathe, and your soul can reconnect with what matters most.
Sometimes holistic wellness isn’t found in doing more.
Sometimes it’s found in slowing down, lighting a candle, taking a deep breath, and remembering that you deserve moments of peace.
So tonight, light a candle.
Dim the lights.
Breathe deeply.
And let your soul enjoy a little glow of its own. 🕯️💚
Nature Knows Best: 3 Simple Ways to Embrace Natural Healing 🌿✨
Godd3ss Alicia
Life gets busy. Between work, family, responsibilities, and the endless notifications on our phones, it’s easy to forget that some of the best medicine has been around us all along—nature.
Natural healing doesn’t have to involve complicated routines or expensive treatments. Sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference in how we feel. Here are three simple ways to embrace a more holistic lifestyle.
🍃 1. Herbal Teas for Mind and Body
There’s something magical about slowing down with a warm cup of herbal tea.
Chamomile can help you relax after a stressful day, peppermint may soothe digestion, and ginger has long been used to support the body’s natural defenses. Taking ten minutes to enjoy a cup isn’t just about the herbs—it’s about giving yourself permission to pause.
Sometimes healing begins with simply slowing down.
🧘🏾♀️ 2. Breathe, Stretch, and Be Present
You don’t need a mountain retreat or expensive yoga studio to practice mindfulness.
Spend five minutes each morning taking deep breaths, stretching your body, or sitting quietly in gratitude. When we reduce stress, we allow our minds and bodies to reset. The world may still be chaotic, but your spirit doesn’t have to be.
Healing often starts with finding peace in the present moment.
🥗 3. Let Food Be Your Daily Self-Care
Fresh fruits, colorful vegetables, whole grains, herbs, and clean proteins aren’t just fuel—they’re gifts to your body.
Instead of focusing on restrictive diets, think about adding more natural foods that nourish you. Every healthy meal is another opportunity to love yourself from the inside out.
Your body is constantly working for you. Why not give it the best ingredients possible?
🌸 The Real Secret
Natural healing isn’t about being perfect. It’s about creating daily habits that help you feel your best physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Take a walk outside. Drink more water. Smile at yourself in the mirror. Meditate. Laugh with friends. Choose foods that energize you. Light a candle and relax.
Healing doesn’t always happen in giant leaps—it often happens through small, intentional choices made every single day.
Nature has always provided what we need. Sometimes we simply have to slow down long enough to receive it.
Be kind to your body, feed your soul, and trust the journey. 💚