Healing from intimate partner abuse is a process that should be enveloped in love and grace. While everyone’s journey to healing may differ, there is definitely one thing that Jo and I can say has helped both of us.

Self CareNikia PhoenixNovember 16, 2022journaling, podcast, domestic abuse awareness

Affirmations for Domestic Abuse Victims/Survivors

This is an affirmation I carry close to my heart. It inspires me to reach for the sky. It lets me know that regardless of how much someone has tried to make me think I am losing my mind, that I can trust myself.

Self LoveNikia PhoenixOctober 24, 2022affirmations, self love, domestic abuse awareness

From the Archives: This Isn't Love - Gaslighting + the Emotional Hostage

Abuse comes in so many different forms, unfortunately many people seem to only think that one form matters: physical abuse. They ask “Did he hit you? Did he touch you? Did he hurt you?”

Abusive Relationship Checklist

Identifying abuse can be challenging. Here are a few ways to help you identify if you’re in an abusive relationship and you need help.

Nikia PhoenixOctober 19, 2022domestic abuse awareness, abuse checklist, healing

Domestic Violence Awareness (Resources)

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please seek help. Here are a few resources for you.

Nikia PhoenixOctober 7, 2022domestic violence awareness, domestic violence resources

Summer Solstice Meditation

Celebrate your inner light on this first day of summer.

MeditationNikia PhoenixJune 21, 2022Meditation, summer solstice, self love

Introducing The Journal

While sitting at a coffee shop one morning in March I had an idea. I began to think back on my days as a managing editor of a Black beauty online magazine and remembered something about myself: I am not only a storyteller and but a curator of stories.

The JournalNikia PhoenixJune 9, 2022journal, self love

What is Self Love?

Although it’s a phrase you hear often, do we know what it truly means and do you practice it daily?

Self LoveNikia PhoenixJune 7, 2022self love

Why You May Need a Digital Detox and How To Take One

There’s this log on your cell phone that shows you how many hours you spend on it and on which apps. I was curious, so I decided to check for myself. It couldn’t be that bad, right? I’m not on my phone 24/7. What I discovered stabbed me right in my heart. For the sake of my reputation I will keep the exact number of hours that I spend on my phone to myself, but what I will say is that it was astonishing.

Self CareNikia PhoenixOctober 27, 2021Self Care, detox, digital detox, stress

Self Care Tips to Keep You Calm in the Chaos

We are now in the position of re-establishing our safe spaces for ourselves: what we will allow in our lives and what we could do without. Perhaps that means actually establishing boundaries for some because they were never in place to begin with.

Self CareNikia PhoenixSeptember 13, 2021Self Care, calm, social anxiety

From the Archives: You're Okay

Self CareNikia PhoenixSeptember 8, 2021mental health, anxiety, healing

June Mantra

Starting this month I will be sharing a mantra with you specifically created for the month ahead. The theme of June is rebirth.

MeditationNikia PhoenixJune 4, 2021Meditation, Mantras, affirmations

How to Create A Sacred Morning

These days I am taking nothing for granted and I feel as if the Universe reminds me of how good I’ve got it every chance it gets. The past few days have shown me how sacred my mornings truly are and what I need to do to keep them that way.

Mornings with NikiaNikia PhoenixMay 17, 2021mornings, rituals, Self Care, daily routine

A Morning with Ease

When Mother Earth begins to awake, there is a symphony of sounds to welcome her into a new day. As I float somewhere between dreaming and consciousness, I hear the birds chirping outside my window and the rest of nature buzzing pomp and circumstance. The light begins peaking through the curtains and my spirit whispers, “Good morning, sunshine. Wake up. Wake up.”

Mornings with NikiaNikia PhoenixMay 10, 2021mornings, Self Care, daily routine, reduce stress, wellness

Healing that Mother Wound

One of the most important relationships in your life is the one with you mom. She brings you into this world after carrying you in her belly for nine months. Mama nurtures you and loves on you before you even make your official debut on Earth. Through her actions she shows you how to love yourself and how to show love to others. Mom teaches you and encourages you even past the point of childhood. Your mom is literally the G.O.A.T. But when you lose her at any age, or perhaps your mom was or has been absent in your life, how do you cope? How do you heal?

Self CareNikia PhoenixMay 7, 2021mother, healing, self love

Pink Supermoon in Scorpio: Let’s Manifest

“Well, it’s a marvelous night for a Moondance.” I’d have to agree with Van Morrison as today we celebrate a full moon, and not just any full moon, a Pink Supermoon in Scorpio. What does that mean for you? Get ready for emotions, release, and manifestation.

Self CareNikia PhoenixApril 26, 2021Self Care, How To, Meditation, Astrology, manifestation Comments

From the Archives: When the World Gets Too Noisy

Tuning out the loudness of your environment is hard as hell. We have gotten used to the noise. Think about it: do you turn on the tv just to have something on in the background? What about making small talk with your coworker while you’re both getting coffee so that there’s no awkward silence?

Self CareNikia PhoenixApril 21, 2021mindfulness, stress, Self Care, healingComment