In this episode, I discuss my personal journey into African spirituality through Haitian Vodou and the Ifa Religion. I talk about what interested me in these practices and where I am now in my journey. So grab a cup of tea and join me as I give you the long-winded version of my journey into … Continue reading My Journey into the Ifa Religion and Voodoo
When newcomers start an African spiritual practice, they often have certain expectations. These expectations are often formed by pop culture and the media. As such, new devotees often make critical mistakes when they begin practicing African spirituality. In this episode, I explore several of these mistakes so others can avoid them. So join me as … Continue reading Mistakes New Devotees Make When Practicing African Spirituality
In this episode, I interviewed new devotee Auro Alamar about his journey into African spirituality. Auro shares many aspects of his journey as he talks about what interested him in this pathway. He likewise talks about the ups and downs he has experienced as he journeys into ATR. Finally, he shares tidbits of wisdom with … Continue reading My Journey into African Spirituality with Auro Alamar
Are you aware that African spirituality beliefs are the original contributions to modern-day spirituality? They are a living example of the inseparable nature of the spiritual and physical worlds. A feature of African spirituality is that humans are holistic beings, meaning that we see spirituality and everyday life as one and the same. It is … Continue reading African Spirituality Beliefs
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 … Continue reading Reasons People Leave African Spirituality
Prosperity and religion tend to have a complicated and oftentimes contradictory relationship. Wealth is a touchy subject for many religious adherents. However, African traditional religions tend to embrace the notion of prosperity in many respects. In this episode, I discuss prosperity from the perspective of African spiritual systems. So, join me to learn more about … Continue reading African Spirituality Teachings on Prosperity
Slavery is based on an inferiority mindset, not physical attributes. African spirituality is a way of life that is based on the idea that the mind and body are one. African spirituality can liberate the mind from slavery by teaching people to love themselves and their culture. It is a way of life that can … Continue reading African Spirituality and Black Liberation
Loneliness is a feeling of isolation and separation. It can be caused by many things, but it is often a natural part of a spiritual journey. Loneliness may also arise when one is on the path to self-discovery or self-realization and must spend time alone. Though, this process is not necessarily something to loathe. Instead, … Continue reading Experiencing Loneliness in Your Spiritual Journey