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Soul Food

Soul Food 105 Inspirational Stories for African Americans by Eric V. Copage is a literary collage of stories, poetry, and fables in a chicken-soupish volume that provides a wonderful, delightful, powerful hearty buffet of inspiration in bite-size morsels. “Most are no more than one thousand words … Continue reading

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New Serenity Prayer

“I learned this variation of the Serenity Prayer: ‘May I have the serenity to accept the people I cannot change, the courage to change the one I can, the wisdom to know which one that is.’ This helps me see … Continue reading

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Sharing Wisdom

Your aliveness is important, no matter what. Your body holds the key to awakening; please take good care of yourself and this body, the fruit of all your ancestor’s lives. Remember and trust who you are – just as you … Continue reading

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G.R.A.C.E. – A Mindful Daily Reflection

G.R.A.C.E. – A Mindful Daily Reflection or Meditation Practice Begin by settling into a comfortable, relaxed, yet alert sitting or lying down position. You may wish to take in 2-3 deeper and nourishing breaths to help you fully arrive and … Continue reading

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Fierce Self-Compassion

Ultimately, wisdom is needed to determine how, when, and where to draw boundaries, ask for what we need, improve our relationship interactions or perhaps even to end unhealthy partnerships. But wisdom can’t emerge without the inner strength, warmth, and stability … Continue reading

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