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MotherlandJourney to Authenticity: Embracing Sexuality, and Manifesting Self-LoveSend us a textFrom the depths of our hearts, we invite you along on a transformative journey exploring the intricate intersection of sexuality and spirituality. What if we told you that the imposter syndrome you're fighting is deeply rooted in systemic oppression and skewed societal narratives? We tackle these difficult issues, emphasizing the dire need for authenticity and honest representation. We then navigate the beautiful maze of love languages and attraction. Personal experiences and preferences are shared, as we discuss the attractiveness of qualities such as drive and revolution. We transition from lov...2023-11-2941 minMotherlandThe Rhythms of Existence: An Exploration of Life, Death, and ResilienceSend us a textWhat if you could glimpse beyond the veil of mortality to find a deeper understanding of existence? What if you could shift your perspective on death, and in doing so, uncover a more profound appreciation for life? This episode takes you on a journey through time and perception as we explore the intricate dimensions of death.We often perceive death as the end of the line, a destination that we all reach, but what if we thought of it as a cycle, a process of constant departure and return? We discuss...2023-11-131h 01MotherlandHealing Fucking Sucks: The Joy and Grief in the Healing JourneySend us a textIs the path to healing always a straight line? Join us as we question the norm and discuss the complexities of healing and self-discovery, unraveling the influences of society, past lives, and familial ties. We share our struggles with recognizing our own journeys and the power of setting an intention to heal, even for external reasons. This conversation intricately peels back the layers on how societal ideals of perfection and spiritual bankruptcy can impact your journey.Diving deeper into the healing process, we discuss the unique challenges faced by Black and...2023-10-0249 minMotherlandEmbarking on the Journey of Self-Forgiveness and Authenticity: A Guide to Releasing Energy and Setting BoundariesSend us a textEver felt the burden of old stories or felt shackled by guilt and shame from the past? We've got a refreshing conversation that will guide you on the path to release these chains, journeying to self-forgiveness and authenticity. Together, we'll uncover the power of releasing old stories and energies that are keeping us stuck. By acknowledging our worth and embracing our divine feminine, you'll discover a newfound comfort within your own skin.This soulful discussion uncovers the taboo subject of our emotions. The societal norm is to suppress our feelings, but...2023-09-1850 minMotherlandInterview with Nyabingha Zianni - Transforming Communities through Self-Love, Healing, and SisterhoodSend us a textWhat if we told you that healing is a journey, not a destination? That the act of authentically caring for oneself can revolutionize entire communities? This is exactly what we found out in our riveting discussion with Nyabingha Zianni, the founder of Sistaaz Heal Network LLC and the SistaaHood Show - both dedicated platforms for black women and girls. Naya, a transformational speaker, dives deep into her own journey of self-love, and how it catalyzed her mission to create safe spaces for black women and girls to heal, feel, and express...2023-09-1153 minMotherlandJourney Through the Spirit Realm: Insights and Protective StrategiesSend us a textWelcome to an enchanting exploration of spirituality and mediumship, where personal tales of spectral encounters and lessons in boundary-setting take center stage. We, your hosts, engage in a captivating conversation with the insightful Isabelle, as we uncover the power of spirit and our profound connection to it. Together, we delve into the concept of clairsentience, discuss how personal loss can deepen our spiritual attachments, and share personal experiences of communicating with the divine.Our conversation takes an intriguing turn as we recount childhood encounters with spirits and the ethical dilemmas faced...2023-09-0452 minMotherlandNavigating Identity: Decolonization, Cultural Appropriation, and Embracing Our RootsSend us a textReady to shake up your worldview? Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we unravel the ties of colonialism and its effects on our identities, spirituality, and much more. We'll start by challenging you to rethink and renegotiate the structures and ideologies that colonialism has engendered in our lives, penetrating deep into subjects like the caste system and anti-blackness to decipher their influence on our culture. Our conversation takes a sharp turn towards examining cultural assimilation from a BIPOC perspective, peeling back the layers of complexity inherent in living outside the d...2023-08-2859 minMotherlandThe Intersection of Joy, Spirituality, and Life's PurposeSend us a textAre you ready for an inspiring spiritual journey, one that could redefine your life's purpose? Our guest this week, a born teacher who's navigated a labyrinth of spiritual practices and career paths, lays bare her life’s journey and how she finally embraced her spiritual gifts. Raised in a strict Christian household, she had to learn to hide these gifts. But now, she openly leads a life centered around spirituality and serves as a voice for BIPOC in the spiritual community. The conversation moves fluidly from the dynamics between religion and spi...2023-08-2147 minMotherlandWhat Season of life are you in? Are you enjoying it?Send us a textThe seasons of our life are constantly shifting as we navigate, learn and grow. We should be shifting from pruning, growing to even hibernation. Learning to embrace your season, and breathe in that space can be hard. Come sit with Isabel and Oneika as they discuss navigating the seasons of life.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-08-1445 min
The Energetics of Business219: Spirituality through a BIPOC Lens with the Hosts of the Motherland Podcast Reclaim Your Power through the BIPOC lens of Isabel Franke and Oneika Mays as they share their spiritual stories of past and present to help you to Access Your Roots to Heal + Move Forward. Welcome to Motherland. About Oneika: Oneika Mays, she/her, LMT, E-RYT, is a multi-hyphenate facilitator who leads with joy, passion, and wisdom. She is a grounded leader with lived experience that centers on mindfulness and transformation. As a Black, queer feminist she brings a poignant lens to building a world that is more compassionate and understanding. With deep roots and knowledge in Buddhist and yogic teachings, O...2023-08-0354 minMotherlandUnveiling the Spiritual Realm: Channeling Spirit and Embracing Spirit GuideSend us a textJoin us as we journey into the spiritual realm to understand the significance of spirit guides and how channeling can open doors to unparalleled insights and guidance.Join us on this soul-enriching episode of "Motherland" as we unlock the secrets of channeling spirit guides and embracing the divine wisdom they offer. Tap into the spiritual realm, and let your spirit guides illuminate your journey with their eternal light of knowledge and love.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube...2023-07-3153 minMotherlandSoulmates vs. Twin Flames: What is the mysterious connection?Send us a textJoin us in this requested episodes of Motherland as we explore the enchanting realm of soulmates and twin flames. Delve into the profound depths of these mystical connections and uncover the differences between them.Soulmates vs. Twin Flames takes you on a journey through the intricacies of soul connections that have become a fascination for many of us. Isabel and Oneika share their wisdom and insights, shedding light on these extraordinary unions.Discover the unique qualities that set soulmates and twin flames apart, and learn how to recognize the si...2023-07-2438 minMotherlandWhat is your Archetype? Interview with Mariko FrederickSend us a textInterview with Mariko Frederick, founder and CEO of Soul Priority. Oneika and Isabel deep dive into discovering the Four Soul Archetypes™. Which one are you? Learn how to live more in your wholeness.Mariko’s unique approach stems from her ability to help people around the world discover and embody the assignment on their soul through what she's termed theFour Soul Archetypes™.Mariko is a transformational speaker, # 1 international best-selling author,board certified by the National Certification Commission For Acupunctureand Oriental Medicine In Asian Bodywork Therapy...2023-06-2658 minMotherlandEmbracing Vulnerability: A Path to Healing and TruthSend us a textVulnerability is an emotion that often makes us want to retreat, seeking comfort in our walls of self-protection. However, the truth is that embracing vulnerability is crucial for personal growth and transformation. In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Oneika and Isabel fearlessly delve into the depths of vulnerability, exploring its various facets and sharing invaluable insights on navigating this complex terrain in your own life.Join Oneika and Isabel as they embark on a compelling conversation, unveiling the power and potential found within vulnerability. Through personal anecdotes and heartfelt discussions, they reveal...2023-06-2051 minMotherlandA little of everything - Lucid Dreaming, Energy Healing and MeditationSend us a textOneika and Isabel discuss a little of this and a little of that. They discuss lucid dreaming, energy healing and mediation. How they have worked with each one of these tools and tips on how you can as well. Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-06-061h 05MotherlandInterview with actress Jessica Joan and her healing journeySend us a textActress Jessica Joan sits down and has a conversation with Oneika Mays and Isabel Franke about her healing journey. She opens up about how she has navigated life from a traumatic childhood, to the NXIVM cult and so much more.Jessica Joan is an actress, poet and storyteller author of The Untouchable Jessica Joan: A Real Life Journey Of Love, Forgiveness, And Evolution From The Jane Doe Who Helped Bring The NXIVM Cult To Justice - available on AmazonJessica Joan can be found on Instagram: https://www...2023-05-2957 minMotherlandSpiritual Growth Expectations vs. RealitySend us a textOneika May and Isabel Franke discuss the reality of what spiritual growth looks like. We often envision it as this smooth and perfect ride but our growth can be messy and that is ok. Listen as they share their own personal stories on how they learned to listen and grow. Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-05-221h 01MotherlandTrusting your GutSend us a textOneika, Isabel and Mel share with you what trusting the gut looks like for you but also for them. They get personal with stories on how they have had to learn to listen. Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-05-1557 minMotherlandG-O-D , Who is God?Send us a textIsabel Franke, Oneika Mays, and Melanie Esperon follow up their discussion to the Interview with Aurelia Dávila Pratt. They discuss who God is for them, and others viewpoint.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-05-0844 minMotherlandInterview with Aurelia Dávila Pratt - Reclaim your IntuitionSend us a textIsabel Franke, Oneika May and Melanie Esperon sit down and interview Aurelia Dávila Pratt author of A Brown Girl's Epiphany: Reclaim your intuition and step into your power. They speak of all things from intuition, family, the process of writing of her book.Aurelia Dávila Pratt is a pastor, writer, and sacred spacemaker who finds joy in helping people live into the fullness of their God-given divine image. She is the lead pastor as well as a founder of Peace of Christ Church in Round Rock, Texas, and co-creator and...2023-05-011h 35MotherlandThe Mother Wound and BoundariesSend us a textMelanie Esperon, Isabel Franke and Oneika Mays discuss the mother wound and creating boundaries. How does the past, and karma affect our life today? They share their personal stories, and tips in healing.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-04-241h 13MotherlandThe Fluidity of SexualitySend us a textOneika, Melanie and Isabel are breaking down the stereotypes around Sex. They discuss the fluidity of sex from many different viewpoints. With the added element of their personal stories and always tying it into spirit.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-04-171h 03MotherlandConversation with Geminelle - Power of WordsSend us a textMelanie, Oneika and Isabel chat with singer/ song writer Geminelle about the creation of her music, the power of words and so much more.Geminelle San Diego born and bred R&B Singer, Multi-Instrumentalitst, and producer Geminelle, music and healing are one and the same.Website: http://www.geminelle.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geminelle/Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-04-1059 minMotherlandWhat are your Psychic Abilities?Send us a textOneika Mays, Melanie Esperon, and Isabel Franke discuss psychic abilities. Are you psychic? Is everyone and how do you know which ability you have? They openly share about their experiences in their life and how they discovered their abilities. Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-04-031h 11MotherlandEmbracing JoySend us a textWhat does Joy look like? What does it feel like? Join the discussion with Oneika, Melanie and Isabel as they break down the feeling of Joy and share their experiences in life.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-03-271h 18MotherlandToxic Positivity and Spiritual BypassingSend us a textWhat is spiritual bypassing? What is toxic positivity? The more and more social media grows the more these two terms are relevant. Come listen and learn not only what they mean but if you are doing it. This conversation with Isabel Franke, Melanie Esperon and Oneika Mays hits straight to the point as they share how they have been affected by both of these items. Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.co...2023-03-201h 12
MotherlandWelcome to MotherlandSend us a textOneika Mays, Melanie Esperon and Isabel Franke come together to welcome you to Motherland. These women share with you their beginnings into this spiritual world. Come and get to know them, and where they started.Make sure to Subscribe and follow us at:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/motherlandthepodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@motherlandpodcast/Email: podcastmotherland@gmail.com2023-03-1356 min
Real Talk with IsabelWhat is listening and how do we do it?Send us a textWhat does it mean when we tell someone "Listen to yourself" What does listening look like? What does it mean and how do we do it? Isabel is joined by Oneika Mays and Melanie Esperon as they discuss tips and how they learned to listen.Oneika Mays is a yoga, meditation, writer and mindfulness coach at Rykers Island Correctional Facility. She has been featured in numerous interviews as well as on Lost Resort TV series. "Melanie is has gifts of prophetic intuition, the angelic realm, reiki ener...2022-11-061h 02Real Talk with IsabelJoy, BIPOC and Spirituality discussion with Oneika MaysSend us a textIn this episode Isabel discusses the various viewpoints of Joy with Oneika Mays. They discuss how to embrace Joy in not only spirituality but also in the BIPOC community. They mention topics that no one is discussing regarding spirituality and much more.Oneika Mays is a yoga, meditation, writer and mindfulness coach at Rykers Island Correctional Facility. She has been featured in numerous interviews as well as on Lost Resort TV series. Oneika MaysWebsite: https://www.oneikamays.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneikamays/Cont...2022-10-1350 min