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In this season finale episode, Irie and Earl explore the “shadow self” — the parts of ourselves that have been pushed down to the unconscious. The parts that we're insecure about, ashamed of, or frustrated with and therefore repress. ... We typically hear, “You are so full of light” Never, “I celebrate your darkness..” In shifting the narrative, we practice loving what is, and setting the shame and judgements free, so that we can be our true selves. Let’s get to the ROOT.

**Trigger Warning** This episode touches on suicide and suicidal ideation, and some people might find it disturbing. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention hotline in your country. For the United States, the numbers are as follows: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), or message the Crisis Text Line at 741741. Both programs provide free, confidential support 24/7. “Sometimes you have to kind of die inside in order to rise from your own ashes and believe in yourself and love yourself to become a new person.” —Gerard Way What happens to the soul when the physical body transitions? What is a “soul contract”? How do we reinvent ourselves in this lifetime before the body transitions? These questions have been bubbling up more and more in this new Age of Aquarius. It takes bravery to look past the physical world and dig deeper into the spiritual. Irie & Earl break down ways to truly incite change in this lifetime, while unpacking various beliefs on what happens “after life”. Let’s get to the ROOT.

Change seems to be the only constant in a world that is shifting more rapidly than ever. Deciding which direction is ultimately “best” for our lives can many times leave us feeling stuck and paralyzed with indecision. Irie & Earl discuss the importance of redirecting thoughts, beliefs and narratives in everyday life moments, as well as the BIG choices we face. “Perhaps this is the time to say what you have meant to say and go into the depths of “I don’t know what will happen, but I will carry on, anyway,“ as you choose to live and love boldly even without the closure of yesterday.” Let’s get to the ROOT.

Like building a muscle, increasing resilience takes time and intentionality. Getting to the Root of Resiliency calls for looking back at some of the many beautiful examples set by Black trailblazers throughout history. Irie & Earl discuss five approaches to building a resilient mindset. 1. Build Connections 2. Foster Wellness 3. Find Purpose 4. Embrace Healthy Thoughts 5. Seek Help “While adverse events, much like rough river waters, are certainly painful and difficult, they don’t have to determine the outcome of your life. There are many aspects of your life you can control, modify, and grow with. That’s the role of resilience.” Let’s get to the ROOT.

Regret is one of the lowest vibrational frequencies that a human can carry within. Letting go of it can be one of the hardest practices of our lives. Irie and Earl discuss various approaches to help move out of survival mode, dwelling on past events, into thriving and molding new experiences from learned history. “Gratefulness is the perspective that helps us to relieve regret.” Let’s get to the ROOT. **Resources for Black Healing, by Michalah Webster: https://bit.ly/2LriOtP

Our very first special guest: Kenzie Tudor, Founder of The Tribe, shares her unique experience growing up bi-racial in Bellevue, WA and how she turned isolation into empowerment for WOC in the workplace. @thetribewoc is a new community platform aimed at ending the pay and opportunity gap for Womxn of Color. Our #ShiftTheNarrative hashtag was birthed from a conversation that took place almost a year ago. We talked about a shared feeling of not seeing enough dialogue surrounding Black excellence, and all the ways our people have turned lemons into lemonade. This is precisely this episode is extra special for us. Pain turned into Power. Let’s get to the ROOT of Rising Together.

Energy seems so mysterious and evasive. We are always taking about it, wanting more of it, and sharing it without even knowing at times. It is so important, now more than ever, to protect our energy and stay aligned with our highest selves in a climate that thrives off “energy drain.” In this episode, Irie & Earl discuss tools and simple practices for “going within”, healing energy and finding balance. Let’s get to the Root.

“Kindness eases change, Love quiets fear.” ~Octavia Butler, Parable of the Sower Emotions are our guidance system. When we are guided by love, we allow others to be free. Without anyone else watching, how do you get to the root of what awakens love within?

Joy and resistance are one and the same. Join us in celebrating all aspects of #BlackJoy and Black History Month. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How does fear set the stage for all our choices in life? Can fear be a good thing? How do we channel this feeling & re-program it for our highest good? Irie & Earl shift this narrative to courage, while uprooting years of “fight or flight” responses based in fear. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app