African Meditation

For those who wish to decolonize their minds, particularly Black women, comes a thoughtful guide to ancestral veneration, with a focus on the importance of reclaiming African Spiritual practices as an act of liberation. In today's world, there's a notable resurgence in spiritual exploration that...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A collection of prayer, poetry, and spiritual practice centering the Black interior world, from the author of This Here Flesh and creator of Black Liturgies “A true spiritual balm for our troubled times.”—Michael Eric Dyson, author of What Truth Sounds Like...

“A dusty road stretches into the distance like a pencil line across the arid landscape. Lions, rhino, and buffalo roam the plains on either side. But I haven’t come to Kenya to spot wildlife. I’ve come to run.” Whether running is your recreation, your religion, or just a spectator...

From bestselling author of The Book of Delights and award-winning poet, a book of lyrical mini-essays celebrating the everyday that will inspire readers to rediscover the joys in the world around us. Ross Gay’s essays have been called “exquisite” (Tracy K. Smith), “imperative” (the New...

A year of reading, reflection, and prayer with Jesus, with commentary from one of the world’s most respected theologians and ministers. These 365 daily readings inspire you to remove yourself from the hectic pace of day-to-day life and tune in to the wisdom and guidance found in the Gospels...

An inspiring and empowering collection of 75 mindful meditations curated for Black women everywhere to help prioritize self-love, find inner peace, and promote self-reflection. Meditations for Black Women is a collection of 75 mindful reflections tailored uniquely to the experiences of Black...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In her stunning debut, the creator of Black Liturgies weaves stories from three generations of her family alongside contemplative reflections to discover the “necessary rituals” that connect us with our belonging, dignity, and liberation. “This is the kind of...

How to awaken the Ureaus--the serpent power of spiritual transcendence within each of us--and connect to the superconscious of the universe Reveals the biochemistry of how the body’s melanin provides the template for the subtle energy body or light body Shows how embracing the dark...

When I navigate the currents of the soul, I find myself within my ancestral pool. I find myself swimming in their grief, and the longing during the great event and initiation called the Middle Passage. I find myself in their collective soul journey from a place of homeland to a dream of the Promised Land. This audiobook is a telling of the soul-striving of people of African heritage into the American experience of creating a community - a community created for the possibilities of new covenants within the larger collective sphere of human life.

In the midst of our hectic, overscheduled lives, caring for the soul is imperative. Now, more than ever, we need to pause - intentionally - and encounter the Divine. Soul care director Barbara Peacock illustrates a journey of prayer, spiritual direction, and soul care from an African American perspective. She reflects on how these disciplines are woven into the African American culture and lived out in the rich heritage of its faith community.

"Ancestors said they experience life through your eyes. Living your life as full as you can nourishes them. You being alive is enough for them." "I pray that you see life through. I pray that you let it show you just how good it can get." "If you're feeling stuck, speak to the heavens. A...

“The most powerful spiritual healer, fixer, teacher on the planet.” —Oprah Winfrey In the 25th anniversary edition, Acts of Faith—affectionately known as the “purple book”—returns enriched and expanded, offering daily sustenance tailored especially for people of color. This...

"Racism is a heart disease," writes Ruth King, "and it's curable." Exploring a crucial topic seldom addressed in meditation instruction, this revered teacher takes to her pen to shine a compassionate, provocative, and practical light into a deeply neglected and world-changing domain profoundly relevant to all of us.

A thoughtful and inclusive guide to help Black people—and all people of color—heal from racial trauma using vital tools from an expert in mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork. It is your right to survive. It is your right to thrive. Mindfulness and breathwork will help you do just...

"A Black Woman’s Guide to Pregnancy" is a comprehensive resource designed to empower and support Black women on their pregnancy journey. This box set includes affirmations and meditations tailored specifically for Black mothers-to-be, enhancing your experience with spiritual and emotional enrichment. From understanding the unique experiences of Black maternal health to advocating for your rights in the healthcare system, this guide offers essential knowledge, practical advice, and nurturing practices for a healthier pregnancy, stronger self-advocacy, and deeper cultural connection. What ...

Most of us know about Miriam, the little girl who watched over her three-month-old brother as he sails in a basket boat on the crocodile-infested River Nile. We've probably also heard the story of the Hebrew boy who grew up in an Egyptian palace. But during that time, what was happening to his sister, Miriam? This book is the 3rd in the "Out of the Shadow" devotional series for women. Miriam lived her entire life under the shadow of her little brother, Moses. Join Miriam as she steps out of that shadow and develops her own God-ordained leadership role. Written in creative non-fiction, the ...

According to Thomas Moore, people today have lost the deep, direct, and vivid sense of what it means to live with passion and originality. Moore believes that beneath the many thick layers of indoctrination about who we are and who we should be lies an original self, a person who came into...

Through essays with stunning photography, the beloved multimedia storyteller and author of Woman of Color shares the powerful lessons she’s learned about creating a home that honors the past and celebrates the future. “A generous, three-dimensional portrait that inspires the reader to...

LION’S WAY is an adventure and meditation. Lion Majok, an African priest in Hawaii has overwhelming conflicts and a gift for healing. He survives a devastating hurricane, a flash flood, and saves a surfer from a tiger shark. He makes a difference.

A sexually empowered woman is one who owns and respects herself as a fully sensual, erotic woman. She controls her level of sexuality, and she doesn’t tone herself down according to anyone’s standards but her own. There’s the glow. The first thing that will make you stand out is the glow you’ll get. Being sensual, confident, and empowered provides a telltale glow that lets people know you’re happy and turned on to life, not sitting around twiddling your thumbs in the hopes you’ll be noticed and “made” happy through someone else’s behavior. You become more attractive, and ...