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Dagger Danger Zone

Apr 11, 2018

“Because no matter how hard a conversation is, I know that on the other side of that difficult conversation lies peace. Knowledge. An answer delivered. Character is revealed. Truces are formed. Misunderstandings are resolved. Freedom lies across the field of the difficult conversation. And the more difficult the conversation, the greater the freedom.” ― Shonda Rhimes

I don’t want to hurt your feelings.

I don’t want you to be angry with me and lash out.

I don’t want you to hurt me, judge me, cri...

Claiming My Roots

Feb 27, 2018

In keeping with the theme from last month's newsletter, that we have already been paid for, I (Selima here) visited one of the plantations in South Carolina where my paternal ancestors were enslaved. Powerful isn't sufficient. Magical, nope. Life-changing doesn't quite capture my experience either. Maybe soul-awakening...

It took my breath away. The land is so beautiful. On the drive, I asked Tami the question: what nature-scape makes you feel closest to Spirit? She said she desires to live ne...

Not Playing Small

Jan 31, 2018

"You've been paid for by people who never even saw your face. Your mother's mother, your father's father." - Maya Angelou

Humility you've been paid for image

Maya Angelou spoke of this often in her speeches, the knowing that our ancestors not only paved the way, but paid for us through their hard work, their prayers, their sacrifices and their lives. Everything that we are able to do today is because someone before us wished it, fought for it, advocated for it and spoke it into existence before we were born.
Maya's message penet...

Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe

Jan 31, 2018

I loooooove this soup! It is savory, creamy and smoky. You would think that adding 5 bulbs (yes bulbs, not cloves) of garlic to any recipe would be overpowering, but nope, not here. Garlic is indeed the star and pre-roasting it in the oven releases the sweetness, so she doesn't taste too pungent or biting.

I make this soup anytime anyone in the house is starting to experience the first symptoms of illness. Colds, runny nose, sore throat, post-nasal drip, upset stomach, sinus congestion, fev...

Selima Harleston Lust talking Wellness on Word of Mind Radio

Jan 24, 2018

9Ether & TreyGrizzy , co-hosts of Word of Mind Radio on ibnxradio.com invited me to sit with them on January 9, 2018.

We chatted about all the things I love: health, wellness, what healing holistically truly means and how the body is a messenger, signaling to us what needs our attention on the emotional and spiritual levels.

Grab some popcorn and have a listen!

Nourishing Herbal Infusions

Nov 15, 2017

Two cups of nourishing herbal infusions does indeed keep the doctor away. For the last year Tami, Niles and I have been consistently drinking Nourishing Herbal Infusions. These are strong water-based herbal extractions that are made with a lot more herb than your standard infusion or tea. I'm talking 1 ounce (or about a cup) of herb to 4-6 cups of hot water and steeped for at least 4 hours. We always steep ours overnight.

While Tami and I enjoy tea and standard infusions regularly, what prompte...

Immunity Bone Broth Recipe

Oct 27, 2017

With winter and the holidays approaching it is the perfect time to starting thinking about making your own stock. This is our base recipe for homemade, nutrient-rich beef and chicken broth, which is healthier, tastier and way more filling than store-bought stock.

The addition of roots and 'shroom, Astragalus, Burdock, Dandelion and Reishi help support your immunity, improve liver function and much more. While medicinal (as are all herbs and spices), they are mild tasting, yet add to the recipe ...

What Crisis Teaches Us

Oct 27, 2017

The only thing that matters when you are in crisis is how you choose to handle it. Your reaction to your circumstances is the measurement of your evolutionary process.

This is not to say that when you respond with rage, depression, retreat, doubt, judgement or worry that you are somehow not evolved, conscious or “awake.”

It is also not a means of judging yourself harshly when you are going through tough times as if you deserve it or brought it on to yourself.

This is about l...

I AM as the Most Powerful Phrase

Oct 24, 2017

I am is the most powerful phrase that you can say
It declares who you are
Each moment of everyday

Are you depressed?
Are you stressed?
Are you glorious ?
Or victorious?

Choose your words wisely
Cuz karma is notorious
For bringing forth to you
The INTENTION that you choose
Listen to your inner voice
Or else you choose to lose

I am is the most powerful phrase that you can say
It declares who you are
Each moment of everyday

I am peace
I am loyal
I am loving
I am true
Use these words smartly
It will be the ...

DIY Herbal Syrup

Oct 05, 2017

An herbal syrup is a very delicious and quick way to take or administer herbal medicine when you don’t have time to make daily tea or when the herbs are bitter and unpleasant tasting. Syrups are especially good for children or any one who will reject unpalatable medicine, despite its benefits.

Syrups also have a long shelf life, so you can make six month's worth of medicine in an hour! The medicine was made right on time as Tami and I returned from traveling this weekend, feeling depleted with ...

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Dagger Danger Zone

Claiming My Roots

Not Playing Small

Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe

Selima Harleston Lust talking Wellness on Word of Mind Radio

Nourishing Herbal Infusions

Immunity Bone Broth Recipe

What Crisis Teaches Us

I AM as the Most Powerful Phrase

DIY Herbal Syrup

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