Welcome to Keep Expecting Miracles, the podcast that invites you to trust in the power of flow, transformation, and miracles. Hosted by Ilissa and Jessica, this space is all about exploring life's most unexpected and meaningful shifts from learning to unlearn what no longer serves us, to embracing ease, and letting go so that everything we need can find its way to us.
Join us each week as we share stories, insights, and experiences from our own lives and those other who have dared to follow their intuition and trust in the magic of life. Whether you're navigating change, seeking inspiration, or wanting to live with more intention, you'll find reminders here to stay open to what's possible and Keep Expecting Miracles.
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Welcome to Keep Expecting Miracles, the podcast that invites you to trust in the power of flow, transformation, and miracles. Hosted by Ilissa and Jessica, this space is all about exploring life's most unexpected and meaningful shifts from learning to unlearn what no longer serves us, to embracing ease, and letting go so that everything we need can find its way to us.
Join us each week as we share stories, insights, and experiences from our own lives and those other who have dared to follow their intuition and trust in the magic of life. Whether you're navigating change, seeking inspiration, or wanting to live with more intention, you'll find reminders here to stay open to what's possible and Keep Expecting Miracles.
The Divine Feminine w/ Sara Makeba Daise: Black, Gifted, & Guided
Keep Expecting Miracles
1 hour 16 minutes
4 months ago
The Divine Feminine w/ Sara Makeba Daise: Black, Gifted, & Guided
In this episode, Ilissa and Jessica welcome back Sarah Makeba Daise to discuss her upcoming book, 'Sankofa Shadow Work: Diaries of a Diasporic Diviner.' The conversation delves into themes of spiritual gifts, personal growth, the impact of literature on identity, and the importance of community accountability. They explore the complexities of racial identity, the significance of ancestry in healing, and the power of vulnerability in storytelling. The episode emphasizes the need for collective healing and the urgency of imagining a better future.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 05:06 Personal Growth and Spiritual Awakening 07:54 The Impact of Ancestral Wisdom 10:46 Deconstructing Mental Health Perspectives 13:41 Revelations and Timeline Shifts 16:42 The Journey of Self-Discovery 19:46 Navigating Self-Doubt and Belief 22:40 The Importance of Representation in Education 25:36 Exploring Sarah's Book and Its Impact 30:16 Celebrating Identity and Heritage 31:29 Preserving Language and Culture 32:44 Exploring Afrofuturism and Healing 33:59 Confronting Historical Trauma 35:38 Navigating Personal Growth and Reflection 36:48 Asking the Right Questions for Healing 38:30 The Power of Reflection and Accountability 40:09 Understanding Complex Narratives of Violence 42:35 Community Responsibility and Healing 53:00 Redefining Safety and Accountability 56:17 Cultural Reflections on Community Support 57:18 The Power of Self-Reflection and Journaling 59:29 Empowerment Through Affirmations and Mantras 01:01:19 The Energetic Work of Healing 01:02:41 The Significance of Birth Stories and Ancestral Connections 01:05:23 Parenting in a New Era 01:09:19 Challenging Systems and Embracing Self-Knowledge 01:12:01 The Urgency of Rebuilding and Healing
Keep Expecting Miracles
Welcome to Keep Expecting Miracles, the podcast that invites you to trust in the power of flow, transformation, and miracles. Hosted by Ilissa and Jessica, this space is all about exploring life's most unexpected and meaningful shifts from learning to unlearn what no longer serves us, to embracing ease, and letting go so that everything we need can find its way to us.
Join us each week as we share stories, insights, and experiences from our own lives and those other who have dared to follow their intuition and trust in the magic of life. Whether you're navigating change, seeking inspiration, or wanting to live with more intention, you'll find reminders here to stay open to what's possible and Keep Expecting Miracles.
