Keep Living: Lessons from the Summer Solstice
Melissa Ifill Published on: 06/30/2025
“Keep Living: Lessons from the Summer Solstice” invites readers into a moment of reflection during seasons of change.
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A blog dedicated to supporting Black women with tools for emotional healing, self-love, and spiritual alignment. Embrace growth and transformation today.
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The Wounds We Inherit: A Story of Mothering, Being Mothered, and Becoming Whole
Melissa Ifill Published on: 05/08/2025
A deeply personal reflection on the wounds of being mothered, the complexities of care, and the sacred journey of self-mothering. Through the story of her own mother, Melissa Ifill invites us to hold space for grief, love, and new narratives of healing.
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The Hidden Cost of Saying Goodbye: Grief, Trust, and the Toll on Mind, Body, and Spirit: Grief, Trust, and the Toll on Mind, Body, and Spirit
Melissa Ifill Published on: 03/01/2025
Even when leaving is the right choice, grief can be overwhelming, bringing shame, confusion, and even physical symptoms. This blog reflects on a year of unacknowledged grief and its impact on the mind, body, and spirit while offering five key lessons to minimize the effects of grief without abandoning self-care. If you’ve ever struggled with letting go, this piece will remind you that healing is possible—even in goodbye.
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Breaking Down the Fortress: Facing Numbness and Finding Freedom
Melissa Ifill Published on: 01/17/2025
This blog post delves into the Fortress persona—a defense mechanism many of us use to shield ourselves from overwhelming emotions. Through the lens of one client’s story, we explore how the Fortress numbs both pain and joy, leaving us stuck in survival mode rather than truly living. Learn why we numb ourselves, how even happiness can feel dangerous, and discover three unique tools to gently dismantle these walls and reconnect with your emotions. If you’re ready to go deeper, take the ego persona quiz and join the immersive training on January 24th and 25th.
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