Religious abandonment is a common scenario among many religious adherents worldwide. These reasons range from religious persecution, lack of understanding, and misalignment. When it comes to African traditional religions (ATR) many of these same reasons hold true. So, if you are curious about some of the specific reasons why people leave ATR, join me in this episode as I discuss this timely topic.

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Ezili Dantor is part of the Ezili (Erzulie) family of loa in Haitian Vodou. She can be fierce, aggressive, temperamental, and hard to deal with at times. Though, she is also a very nurturing loa as Erzulie Dantor is the protector of children, abused and scorned women, and prostitutes. Due to her role in assisting with the liberation of the Haitian people, she is often referred to as the Patroness of the Haitian Revolution. Join Vodouisant Ritchy Thermidor and Dr. Asanee Brogan in this episode as we discuss this very important deity in the Haitian Vodou pantheon. 

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Our thought patterns are colonized in many ways, though many of us don’t recognize this phenomenon. The colonial way of thinking has become so embedded in our culture that few people even realize that they hold belief systems that are counterproductive and counterintuitive to their well-being. In order to fully embrace traditional belief systems, we must overcome unconscious thoughts of Eurocentric superiority. Doing so is a process. Join me in this episode as I discuss ways we can embark on such a journey to realize our full spiritual potential.

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In this episode, Haitian native Ritchy Thermidor discusses his journey into the tradition of his ancestors. He explains the reasons he chose to explore and embrace Haitian Vodou and how it has impacted his life. Also, Ritchy expounds upon the rewards and challenges he has faced along the way. He concludes by presenting helpful tips for others who may be interested in this path. So join us in this episode as we journey into Haitian Vodou with Ritchy Thermidor. 

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Although magic is foundational to African traditional religions (ATRs), it is probably one of the most misunderstood subjects within such practices. It is a topic that both intrigues and scares onlookers and observers. And, it often confuses and frustrates new devotees.

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Ancestor veneration is core to any African spiritual practice. As more and more people embrace African Traditional Religions (ATR), they begin to explore this vital concept. Though some of them may feel uneasy about connecting with their ancestors at first. This is primarily because it is common for newcomers to only focus on their most recent ancestors who may have not been the best role models. Instead, they shun their lineage and heritage in favor of connecting with universal energies such as Orishas, Lwas, etc.

Doing so can be a critical mistake. Ignoring, neglecting, or disowning your ancestors can lead you down the wrong path in your spiritual journey. Instead of ignoring this critical component of yourself, you need to embrace your ancestors. However, that doesn’t mean that you have to invite energies into your life that aren’t meant to serve your highest and greatest good. Instead, you can and should elevate your ancestors before beginning an ancestral veneration practice. This episode guides you through the layers of ancestor elevation to help you understand this crucial concept. So join me as I share some tips about ancestor elevation.

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If you are looking for reasons to convince yourself or your loved ones that ATR is for you, this episode will do the trick. It explores the many benefits of embracing African spirituality from a practical and conceptual perspective. In this episode, I discuss how ATR can help you align with your destiny, connect with your heritage and culture, heal you from physical and emotional trauma, etc. So, join me as I share some of the many reasons why ATR may be right for you.

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As a practitioner of two African spiritual systems, I absolutely enjoy my practice. I encourage others who are drawn to these systems to see what they are all about. African traditional religions (ATRs) are vast and intricate systems that have been around for thousands of years and have stood the test of time. There are many wonderful benefits of embracing African spirituality. However, there are also a few drawbacks. 

Like any other religious or spiritual practice, African spirituality is not perfect. It is wrought with challenges and obstacles that anyone should consider before embarking on such a journey. In this episode, I discuss a few drawbacks of these systems from the perspective of a practitioner and spiritual coach. So, join me as I share some of the pitfalls of practicing African spirituality.

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African spiritual systems are beautiful traditions. However, most of the world doesn’t see them as such. Sadly, our traditions have been demonized and desecrated to the point that our own people even shun and ostracize our native practices. Most of the images from our systems come from old colonial ideas about our people engaging in witchcraft and malevolent spellbinding. Sadly, not much has changed since the days of our ancestors.

As African spiritualists, we still have to battle inaccurate images about who we are as a people and how we engage with the spiritual world. Even the tools and instruments that we use in our systems are outdated and most of them were derived from European and other non-black manufacturers. We must change the dynamic if we expect our systems to survive in an ever-changing world that has almost forgotten the black narrative. Join me in this episode as I discuss the evolution and reimagining of African spirituality and much more.

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