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What if you could hit the pause button and just rest?

Have you ever been so bone-tired that you desperately wanted to stop—but somehow felt like you couldn't?

You have too much to do. Too many people depending on you. Too many things to figure out. And even though you know you need a pause, you don't know how to give yourself one.

That's where I am right now.

In a couple of weeks, I'm heading back to Mt. Shasta, California—and kicking off a three-week sabbatical during my birthday month.

Three years ago, I went to Mt. Shasta thinking I was going on a spiritual adventure. Instead, I got cracked open.

What happened there became an initiation into a new way of knowing myself—one that asked me to release an identity, listen to my body, trust my voice, and reclaim parts of myself I'd been holding back.

Now I'm returning to the mountain with a very different question:

What becomes possible when we stop pushing long enough to listen?

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• what happened when I stopped resisting and trusted my body's signals
• how I discovered the power of my voice inside a dark pyramid
• what it meant to be fully seen in a room of strangers
• why an experience that initially felt strange became an experience of liberation
• what Mt. Shasta taught me about releasing an old identity

Next Step:

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If you're exhausted from carrying everything and sensing that your old way of living isn't sustainable anymore, take the free Fifth Season Check-In. 

It will help you identify the signs that it's time to stop pushing and start listening to what your body already knows.

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On this episode of the Mother Tree podcast host Aminata shares about what is the fifth season of late summer. 

Aminata also invites the audience to listen to a series of prompts that will help them to determine if they need to embrace the wisdom of the fifth season in their lives right now.  

Click on the link below if you'd like to download the fifth season check-in it's a three minute process that will help you to identify the season of life that you're in.

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Note: Unlock Ancestor Power can be downloaded here.

In this episode of the Mother Tree Network, Aminata speaks with Tyger Blair, a musical theatre artist, healer, and fellow Plant Walker, about his journey with indigenous wisdom and plant medicine. 

Tyger discusses his experiences at the MAPS Psychedelic Science Conference and his significant role in the film 'A Table of Our Own,' which highlights Black people's contributions to psychedelic work. 

He shares his background in the arts and how his rich, resonant voice became a powerful tool for healing and communication. 

Tyger goes in-depth about his training under Dr. Malidoma Somé in the Dagara tradition, his encounter with Mesoamerican traditions through Maria Sabina's lineage, and how he integrates these indigenous practices into his life in a modern, multicultural setting. 

Tyger also reveals a new facet of his ancestry involving Irish witches, blending African, Native, and European elements into a harmonious whole.

Reach out to Tyger on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyblair/

▶ Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZqNyfeyl3g

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In this profound conversation, Reverend Liz Walker, former Boston news anchor turned minister, shares her journey from journalism to ministry and the creation of "Can We Talk" - a revolutionary community healing program born from tragedy. After a church member was killed in gun violence, Rev. Walker and her community developed a peer-led grief support model that has now expanded to 20 sites across the country.

Key Topics Discussed

Rev. Walker's Personal Story

• Desegregated West Side Junior High School in Little Rock, Arkansas (7th grade)
• Father died suddenly during second week of school
• Decades of unprocessed trauma and grief
• Now healing through the very program she helped create

The "Can We Talk" Program

• Peer-led, non-hierarchical space for sharing trauma and grief
• Based on principles of collective healing rather than individual therapy

The Civil Rights Movement Connection

• Rev. Walker grew up during the Martin Luther King era
• Emphasizes how the civil rights movement combined contemplation with activism

Trauma and Healing Insights

• "Most trauma is public" - it's relational, not isolated
• Healing must happen in community, not alone
• Untended grief builds up rather than wanes

Connect with Rev. Walker:

• Website: LizWalkerBooks.com
• Can We Talk Program: CanWeTalkNetwork.org
• Facebook: Liz Walker
• Instagram: @PastorLiz
• Podcast: From the Heart

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Join Aminata Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman, for a magical journey into the winter solstice and new moon energy this December. 

Discover the excitement around Comet 3I Atlas's close approach to Earth and learn to love winter's unique gifts: the nurturing darkness, invigorating cold, and reflective sinking. 

Aminata brightens up the season with the ancient 'Deer Mother' myth, retold by Amy Kietzman with a musical touch from Michael Jamanis, Aminata's husband. 

Plus, get your hands on the Winter Portal Preparation Guide for cool practices and resources to receive Winter’s Gifts. 

Dive into this spirited episode and celebrate the season of introspection and transformation!

00:00 Introduction to the Winter Solstice

00:21 The Significance of Comet 3I Atlas

00:56 Embracing the Energies of Winter

02:08 The Gift of Cold

03:50 The Element of Water in Winter

05:02 Introducing the Dear Mother Story

05:32 Winter Portal Preparation Guide

06:01 Dear Mother: A Winter Solstice Story

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00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:13 Winter Solstice and Comet 3I Atlas

00:56 Embracing Winter Energies: Darkness

02:08 The Importance of Cold in Winter

03:50 The Element of Water in Winter

04:49 Honoring Winter's Constriction and Cold

05:02 Introduction to the Dear Mother Story

05:06 About the Dear Mother Storytellers

05:32 Winter Portal Preparation Guide

06:01 Conclusion and Story Introduction

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Meet Jennifer Folayan, a proud Cherokee, Pueblo, and Aztec artist, as she shares her inspiring journey and commitment to Indigenous rights. We discuss:

1️⃣How to make land acknowledgements personal 

2️⃣ How to help synchronicities aka miracles find you

3️⃣How to accomplish a big scary goal.

Jennifer also tells the Turtle Island origin story, a version of which is held by many Native groups in North America as an example of someone small fulfilling a huge task.

On the board of the Baltimore American Indian Center, Jennifer discusses the significance of Indigenous People's Day and her successful work to make it a holiday in Baltimore.

With lots of laughter, Jennifer reflects on her heritage, the importance of recognizing land, and the challenges of Native American erasure. 

Jennifer also opens up about her personal battles, including growing up in foster care and overcoming childhood abuse.

 You will be amazed by her stories of resilience, synchronicity, and a mission to honor Indigenous arts and stories globally. 

This heartfelt conversation navigates from local Baltimore initiatives to her role as an ambassador from Turtle Island to South Africa, amplifying Indigenous voices and promoting healing and connection.

You can find out more about Jennifer Folayan by going to her youtube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5qI7-wD8DgO6xQYXYbozQQ or following her on Facebook.

In the Mother Tree Community we are giving ourselves safe space to feel and accept grief.

-Winter is the earth's time to grieve, to let go of ancestral pain.  Join us!

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Harnessing Equinox and Eclipse Energy for Self-Evolution

In this episode, Aminata discusses how to use the energy of the Fall Equinox and eclipses for personal growth and releasing what no longer serves us.

She explores themes of:

• acceptance, 
• connection with ancestors, 
• and the practice of letting go.

The episode features an excerpt from a masterclass on the fall equinox, focusing on how the Super Moon and lunar eclipse can illuminate areas needing release to make space for compassion and self-love. Listeners are guided through journaling exercises and a meditation, aiming to stand in a vibration of love by the end of the session.

Time Points:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:09 Harnessing Equinox and Eclipse Energy

01:14 Connecting with Ancestors

01:42 The Power of Release During the Super Moon

03:25 Self-Love and Compassion

06:07 Eclipse as a Catalyst for Change

07:03 Letting Go and Embracing New Beginnings

09:17 Journaling Exercise: What You Love for Fall

12:28 Working with the Moon for Release

14:11 Closing Meditation and Final Thoughts

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Did you know there’s a fifth season? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Late Summer is a short but powerful in-between time.

In this episode, Aminata/Dr. Amanda Kemp shares how to use this season to replenish yourself, digest your experiences, and prepare for fall. You’ll learn:

✨ Three images to guide you—the bowl, the bridge, and the Abundant Earth Mother
 ✨ Why this is a time for holding and receiving, not rushing or letting go
 ✨ How to prepare for the Fall Equinox season of release

If you’re someone who gives a lot and struggles to receive, this episode is a balm.

🌟 Next Step: Join Amanda’s Fall Equinox Soul Journey (Sept 19–Dec 21) to release what no longer serves you and step into freedom. Learn more at dramandakemp.com

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Thank you for a wonderful 4th season.

Season 5 will begin in September.

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How can you celebrate true freedom and equality on the 4th of July,  Independence Day?

Focus on Frederick Douglass, an abolitionist and orator.

In this episode, Aminata celebrates the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass in the context of the 4th of July. She converses with her son, Gabriel Anthony-Kemp, about the impact and inspiration drawn from Douglass's life. Gabriel discusses his admiration for Douglass's visionary and uncompromising spirit. The episode features a reading from Douglass’s autobiography, highlighting the traumatic experiences of slavery, and underscores Douglass's dedication to not only freeing himself but also striving for the freedom of others. Check the show notes at dramandakemp.com for more information.

Music is “Help Me” by Michael Jamanis (www.michaeljamanis.com)

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

00:07 Frederick Douglass and the 4th of July

00:53 Conversation with Gabriel

02:09 Gabriel's Admiration for Douglass

04:15 Reading from Douglass's Autobiography

07:13 Reflections on Douglass's Legacy

Who is Frederick Douglass and Why is Frederick Douglass important?

This episode shows our greatest leaders have always been concerned about solidarity and linking our movement for freedom with human rights of ALL people.  

Please comment or share if you want to spread this message! 

In 1867, only two years after the slavery ended in the U.S., Douglass spoke out against racism against Chinese and Japanese Americans.  He argued that Chinese immigrants should be allowed to become citizens just like any other immigrants.

He envisioned a "Composite Nation," a multi-racial, multicultural America that recognized human rights.  

You can watch the music video featuring Douglass’s Composite Nation speech here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f7_Mz7lbJk&t=4s

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