Roots of the Spirit Podcast

Welcome to a captivating episode of our podcast as we journey alongside Prudence Kalloo through the transformative landscape of "All Things Possible", a vibrant Facebook community that she created—a space that transcends mere memes and quotes to become a sanctuary for shared dreams, profound connections, and personal growth. 

Delve into the heart of Prudence's journey and community, led by her unwavering commitment to authenticity, as we discover the power of our interconnectedness. Prepare to be inspired as we uncover the essence of "All Things Possible" and emerge with newfound wisdom to foster growth, resilience, and solidarity in our own lives.

Prudence Kalloo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prudence.kalloo 

All Things Possible Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingspossible37

All Things Possible Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthingspossible37?igshid=MjEwN2IyYWYwYw%3D%3D

Roots of the Spirit Podcast Trigger warning: this podcast contains conversations that include discrimination, racism + themes of mental health. Don't be afraid to seek help: The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. https://988lifeline.org/ 

Join us for a profound exploration as we journey with Deena Ismail, a Palestinian American storyteller and visionary, into the depths of ancestral wisdom, intergenerational trauma, and healing. In this episode, we uncover how understanding the power of our lineage can guide us toward excavating our authentic selves, and reclaiming what oppression has diminished.

Deena's narrative illuminates the transformative potential of harnessing radical compassion and innovation to ignite personal and collective healing and how we must confront oppression, particularly the ongoing genocide in Palestine, and play our part as agents of change.

Join us as we learn how to show up as allies, embodying the principles of radical compassion and solidarity to create a future defined by healing, power, justice and liberation.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/deendeen87/ 

Connect with Deena: [email protected]

Roots of the Spirit Podcast Trigger warning: this podcast contains conversation about oppression, genocide, racism + themes of mental health, and self-harm. Don't be afraid to seek help: The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. https://988lifeline.org/ 

Welcome to a transformative episode of the Roots of the Spirit podcast featuring Eve Alston, a Certified Executive & Transformation Coach and DEI Specialist. Eve's mission is clear: to guide individuals and teams toward embracing the power of identity, connection and safety in their lives and within organizations. In our conversation, Eve describes their journey of self-discovery and the profound impact of storytelling on our identities and aspirations. As the founder of Rootwork, grounded in the wisdom of ancestral knowledge, Eve's approach to coaching empowers individuals to unlock their true potential and manifest their destinies with authenticity and courage. Join us as we explore the profound connections between self-discovery, equity, and the power of narrative with Eve Alston. 

Connect with Eve! Website: https://www.evealstonconsulting.com/. 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evexalston/ 

Dive into Season 3 of the Roots of the Spirit podcast with host, Spirit Tawfiq, kicking it off! Take a moment to tune in as she reintroduces herself and offers some raw reflections on this moment in time. This season, we're delving deep into the journeys of some truly powerful individuals who are boldly stepping into their purpose, even in the face of adversity. You'll witness them navigating through oppressive systems and challenges to their identities, all while holding onto hope and striving towards their passions and dreams.

Throughout the episodes, we'll be exploring themes of authenticity, courage, and truth. So, get ready for some inspiring conversations that'll leave you feeling empowered and uplifted. Let's embark on this journey together!

Host Spirit Tawfiq talks with Jocelyn Boreta, the co-founder of a bilingual mobile herb clinic by and for Latinx and Indigenous people. The Botanical Bus is helping people in her community through the power of plants and a connection to ancestors, helping cultivate health equity and the feeling of belonging. 

Community health workers called promotoras are providing culturally-centered health services. The promotoras meet people where they are, literally and figuratively, by taking the bus out to worksites and family service center hubs.

Author Connor Towne O’Neill explores the history of white supremacy in his book Down Along with That Devil’s Bones. On a special bonus episode of Roots of the Spirit, we’ll hear about his journey to fight against racism by examining the uncomfortable truths of our nation’s past.

Buy the Book: https://www.workman.com/products/down-along-with-that-devils-bones/paperback

Host Spirit Tawfiq talks with Dr. Kimber Shelton about the recent release of her Handbook on Counseling African American Women, which details the mental health needs and treatment interventions for black women.

Handbook on Counseling African American Women:

https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Counseling-African-American-Women/dp/1440875952

Dr. Kimber Shelton:

https://www.kls-counseling.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/CounselingBlackWomen

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/counselingblackwomen/

Host Spirit Tawfiq talks to noted meditation practitioner Shamair Courage of LoveWorks365, who will be leading a meditation session at a fundraiser on May 22, 2022 at The Studio at Athleta Flatiron to provide scholarships for women to attend the Roots of the Spirit Healing and Joy Retreat.

GoFundMe donations: https://gofund.me/18016786

Sign up for Roots of the Spirit Healing and Joy Retreat: https://www.rootsofthespirit.com/healing-joy-retreat

Host Spirit Tawfiq kicks off Season 2 with Dr. Thema Bryant, who will become President of the American Psychological Association in 2023.

Roots of the Spirit is launching the And Wellness For All initiative, which promotes honest discussion about the wellness of people of color in the U.S.

4:20 Announcing the inaugural Roots of the Spirit Healing & Joy Retreat for black, indiginous, and women of color

6:00 Sign up for retreat and retreat details

6:15 Retreat will feature fresh farm foods, yoga, meditation, herbal farm, cacao ceremony

7:50 Scholarship fundraiser for access to retreat

10:55 Welcome Dr. Thema Bryant 

13:30 Dr. Thema’s interest in psychology

19:00 Psychological homelessness

25:00 Racism lies 

26:40 Psychological damage of oppression

33:30 Empowering ourselves to influence policy and promote change

36:20 Resistance strategies

41:30 Being the descendents of the oppressor

51:10 American Psychological Association’s apology for promoting systemic rascism

Sign up for Roots of the Spirit Healing and Joy Retreat: https://www.rootsofthespirit.com/healing-joy-retreat

Healing and Joy Retreat Fundraiser:

https://gofund.me/18016786

Dr. Thema Bryant’s website: https://drthema.com/

Buy Dr. Thema Bryant’s book, Homecoming: Overcome Fear and Trauma to Reclaim Your Whole, Authentic Self. 

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/059341831X?tag=randohouseinc46150-20

Treat yourself to a conversation with Civil Rights Icon, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Speaker Ruby Bridges who at the age of six was the first Black student to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans in 1960.

Her walk through the front doors of William Frantz Elementary School on Nov. 14, 1960, was immortalized in Norman Rockwell’s painting The Problem We All Live With in Robert Coles’ book The Story of Ruby Bridges, and in the Disney movie Ruby Bridges. Published in November 2020, This is Your Time is her first book in over twenty years following the publication of her award-winning autobiography, Through My Eyes. She established the Ruby Bridges Foundation to provide leadership training programs that inspire youth and community leaders to embrace and value the richness of diversity. Bridges is the recipient of numerous awards, including the NAACP Martin Luther King Award, the Presidential Citizens Medal, and honorary doctorate degrees from Connecticut College, College of New Rochelle, Columbia University Teachers College, and Tulane University. She recently named one of 100 iconic Women of the Century by USA Today.

**Please note that the N-word is used once in this episode in a historical context**

Ruby Bridges Foundation: www.RubyBridges.com

Purchase Ruby Bridges’ New York Times bestselling book This Is Your Time: https://bit.ly/3wM97c5

Disney's Ruby Bridges (movie): https://bit.ly/3a5Pn9U

Instagram: rubybridgesofficial