The Flow Up

Feeling pulled in a million directions? Join me in this episode as we explore how to manage the chaos and carve out time for yourself. Whether you're juggling roles as a parent, partner, professional, or all of the above, these three easy tips will help you find balance. Tune in for practical advice and personal stories.

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On Sept 28th, 2020, Diamonds Ford was abruptly awakened from her sleep upon hearing shattering glass from her bedroom window. She couldn’t see anyone and heard no law enforcement announcement. In fear for her life, she fired shots at who she believed to be an unlawful intruder and was met with returned fire. Fortunately, the Detective who was shot in the crossfire had on protective gear and is recovering and luckily Ms. Ford was uninjured. The return fire caused Ms. Ford and her fiancé to flee to the bathroom for sanctuary, where she called 911 seeking the aid of JSO from the perceived home Invader. Listen to the 911 call: 1. She’s genuinely afraid for her life and 2. Once JSO announces themselves and she hears them she is obviously and genuinely astonished. Listen for yourself (the full 911 call is in this episode).

Ms. Ford was arrested and has been charged with the Attempted Murder of a Law Enforcement Officer and Armed Possession of Marijuana and is facing Life in Prison.

According to the Arrest report there were nearly 30 (DEA and SWAT) officers there yet none, NOT 1, had on Body Cameras while executing a HIGH RISK WARRANT.  With these types of high risk warrants, too often you end up 1 of 2 ways: losing your life like Breanna Taylor or like Diamonds Ford facing life in prison.

The tactics used in these types of warrants should be outlawed, alternatively it should at a minimum be mandated that when law enforcement are executing high risk warrants every participant be required to wear a body camera.

In an effort to seek justice for Ms. Ford, please sign the petition expressing your concerns and desires for the State to drop all charges against Ms. Ford.

Sign The Petition https://www.change.org/p/state-attorney-melissa-nelson-justice-for-diamonds-ford

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After a long break from the podcast, I’m back in the studio with another fresh episode of The Flow Up!

Today’s topic, covers tips on how get back into the swing of things, after a well deserved hibernation period.

Whether you’ve been resting, unmotivated, or laser focused on a particular project, this episode will offer practices to add to your routine, to help integrate you back into the world around you, when you’re ready. I also share about my recent hibernation phase, and what I’ve been cooking during that time, so you definitely want to tune in to this one!

Books mentioned in this episode: Atomic Habits by James Clear, 10 out of 10, Highly Recommend

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“Sex is not about Orgasms”, these words popped out at me when I first went to scroll through Maisha’s Instagram profile. I was intrigued. If sex isn’t about THE BIG O, then what is it about? Why have I been buying all these toys? What is life?

The more I discovered about Maisha’s Sensual Sovereignty message, the more it resonated with me, as I hope it will with you! Maisha teaches about honoring the sacredness of sexuality, and helps women reconnect with their feminine energy so they can express themselves freely in and out of the bedroom.

After listening to this JUICY JUICY episode about the spiritual side of sex, you can learn more about Maisha, and join her community, The Temple of Sensual Energy Alchemy here.   

If you do nothing else,  make sure to follow Maisha’s Instagram page here. She serves full servings of sensual knowledge daily!

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Whether you are single or in a committed relationship, if you could use some pleasure right now, then this episode is for you. In episode 14 of The Flow Up, Intro To Intimacy, I got some valuable tips from Sexologist, Twila B. Goode on owning and expressing your erogenous desires.

A few gems that were dropped in my interview with Twila…

• How to nurture your sensuality, and ways to explore your own intimacy.

Twila B Goode is a Certified Clinical Sexuality Coach and the owner of A Taste of Sex Erotic and Intimacy Coaching. Follow Twila on Instagram and learn more about her services on her website. 

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The Flow Up podcast is produced by Jerrell Simpson

I took clips from a beautiful Clubhouse conversation we had in The Flow Up club, and shared all of the heartfelt highlights in this episode, The Love Room.  Each guest answered the question, How has your definition of love evolved over the years? Tune in to hear what our group shared.

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When I was in yoga teacher training, I found out that yoga wasn’t just about the physical postures, in fact, there are 7 other aspects of yoga, that have nothing to do with a yoga mat, and my mind was blown.

In this episode of The Flow Up, 3 Yoga Principles For More Peace, I talk about 3 of the 10 Yama’s and Niyams’s that changed my outlook on life, the world around me, and the people in it.

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Two years deep in a global pandemic, the whole family could really use some yoga right now. Family yoga games are a fun way to spend meaningful time together, strengthen family bonds, and pour confidence and peace in one another.  In this episode, I chat with Nubia Henderson, founder of Kids Jamm. We talk about what kids yoga look like, how to engage children in the practice, and give tips on getting started with doing yoga with your family today.

More about our guest, Nubia Henderson | As a core principle, Nubia teaches that self-love is the foundation for all positive change in our relationships, especially within ourselves and our communities. Activating this principle, she creates spaces for family yoga and mindfulness practice in underserved communities.

After the birth of her daughter Nubia was really challenged to live her yoga and returned to her roots of West African dance, Kundalini yoga and meditation. Her journey of self-love and passion for children led her to create kids jamm, signature child-centered classes combining music and movement with prescriptive techniques and strategies for behavior management for ADD+ADHD, effective parent-child communication and identifying emotional triggers. Her goal is for families to understand the principles of yoga and use the tools in their daily lives.

By applying an arts-integrated approach to sharing the tools of yoga and mindfulness, Nubia encourages her students to “live what you love, from the inside out.” A graduate of Howard University, Nubia holds a 200-hour yoga and Y.O.G.A for Youth certification

Connect with Nubia on her website here

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Recommended Books for Kids Yoga:

• Mindful Moves By Nicole Cardoza  Kid-Friendly Yoga and Peaceful Activities for a Happy, Healthy You

Host of The Flow Up is Jerrell Simpson, Yoga and Reiki Practitioner, Tarot Reader, wife and mom of 3. Visit our website at www.theflowup.com to subscribe to our mailing list, listen to more episodes, shop Flora Water, or to book a private session with Jerrell Simpson. 

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In this episode, I share some life updates, along with my first hand crafted product, Flora Water (formerly known as Florida Water) a citrus based astringent that pairs perfectly with any self care ritual.  For more information on Flora Water, and how to get your own bottle, go to www.theflowup.com today!

We also take a nice pause to hold space for a guided mediation that would be perfect to practice right before your nighttime routine.  Please make sure you have a comfortable space, void of outside distractions, when enjoying this relaxing meditation.

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Self Healing comes in all different forms…In this episode, Jerrell Simpson takes a DEEP DIVE into the art of Rope Bondage.  She sit’s down with Knotologist Solomon Abrams, (a professional who ties intricate, intentional knots on folks) here in Chicago, as he explains the purpose of rope bondage, how to explore the practice safely, gives tips on how to introduce your curiosty of rope bondage to your partner, and how to order rope service in your area.

Here’s just a little information about Solomon Abrams and his work in and out of the lifestyle of BDSM:

Chicago Based AfroErotic Photo Expressionist & Self Proclaimed Sensual Knotologist/Multi Disciplined Service Top & Dominant for Hire.

Photography since 2008, Rope 2011/2012, Former Producer (The Thick Chick Academy), Publisher of The Knotty Girls Magazine, Head of GreyStone Dojo, Content Creators and Educator, Polyamorous, (Currently) purveyor of Dad jokes, Student of energy work, sound treatment and development of an Erotic SINergetic experience.

Key Skill Sets: Rope Bondage, Impact Play, Fire Play, Wax, Knife Play, Sound Treatments, Erotic Hypnosis and Rough Body Play.

Social Media:

Facebook: Solomon Abrams

Twitter: @urban_american

Instagram: @mistersolomonabrams

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Also, let me know if you think I should have a few black women on a future episode to discuss their experience with Rope Bondage, and BDSM…hmmm.

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