Hello AFIYA Readers. Happy June! Recently, I did an exercise that was challenging but has me utilizing my time and energy so much more wisely! I made a list of all of the people I normally interact with and assigned them a category: Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze. In a nutshell, the Platinums are the Continue Reading
Five Embodied Ways to Honor Your Body’s Natural Rhythm Hello AFIYA Readers! It’s great to be with you again. A couple of weeks ago, I wrote an article about the body’s chronotype; our natural rhythm of sleeping, waking, alertness, creativity, and rest. In Part 1, we explored awareness as the first step toward transformation. Before Continue Reading
Acupuncture vs. Acupressure: A Holistic Approach to Pain Relief and Whole-Body Wellness For generations, Black women have carried the dual weight of resilience and responsibility, often placing their own care last. As conversations around holistic wellness continue to grow, practices like acupuncture and acupressure are gaining attention for their ability to support the body in Continue Reading
Who says you need an expensive getaway to enjoy the luxury of a spa? With a few simple, budget-friendly tweaks, you can turn your bathroom into a serene sanctuary and indulge in the ultimate at-home DIY spa experience. Transforming your bathroom into an oasis of relaxation doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. With a Continue Reading
If we value our life, then it makes sense to minimize the amount of chemicals we pump into our body, so why not start with your hair. Nature has everything we need, and there are health benefits of sage that you may not be aware of. For example, have you tried sage on your hair? Continue Reading
The best place to be in a hair salon is at the shampoo bowl! The relaxing feeling of your stylist fingertips massaging your scalp in a gentle circular motion makes all your worries and stress fade away as you digress into a relaxing nap!! Scalp massages aid in creating a thriving environment for healthy hair growth. Continue Reading
