Welcome to Day Three of the "12 Days of Wellness" campaign!
In honor of California Black Women’s Health Project’s 30th anniversary, today we're reminding you, through this empowering campaign, to: "Nurture & protect your spirit." Today, we highlight the power of tending to our own spirits and well-being. Remember, mental health and spiritual and overall well-being are deeply connected.
Today's Activities:
1. Check out Lalah Delia's 'Spiritual Alchemy' Class Playback and Healing Resources
Today we’ve partnered with Lalah Delia, author of Vibrate Higher Daily, to provide you with spiritual guidance, resources and more! We’ve also shared spiritual hygiene tips that we hope empower you to protect your energy and cultivate inner peace, balance and healing! Our community can access this offering for free below. If you’re interested in more of Lalah’s work visit her website or connect with her on Instagram!
Today we’ve partnered with Lalah Delia, author of Vibrate Higher Daily, to provide you with spiritual guidance, resources and more! We’ve also shared spiritual hygiene tips that we hope empower you to protect your energy and cultivate inner peace, balance and healing! Our community can access this offering for free below. If you’re interested in more of Lalah’s work visit her website or connect with her on Instagram!
2. Help Us Close the Gap: Donate to Address Health Disparities
Today is Giving Tuesday a global movement that reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity! As Black-focused organizations gear up for the road ahead, your support is critical in continuing to address health disparities within the Black community. Consider making a donation today to support us in our work to advance the health and well-being of Black women, girls and families! Make a donation or start a fundraising team to help create lasting change and promote better health outcomes. Throughout the campaign, there will be exciting giveaways, exclusive offers and special opportunities for those who actively fundraise. Some of the items we'll be giving away include Geffen Playhouse theater tickets and Bill Picket Rodeo tickets. Be sure to check out the campaign fundraising page for more details!
Today is Giving Tuesday a global movement that reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity! As Black-focused organizations gear up for the road ahead, your support is critical in continuing to address health disparities within the Black community. Consider making a donation today to support us in our work to advance the health and well-being of Black women, girls and families! Make a donation or start a fundraising team to help create lasting change and promote better health outcomes. Throughout the campaign, there will be exciting giveaways, exclusive offers and special opportunities for those who actively fundraise. Some of the items we'll be giving away include Geffen Playhouse theater tickets and Bill Picket Rodeo tickets. Be sure to check out the campaign fundraising page for more details!
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3. Explore "Your Daily Wellness Curated: Books, Movies, Music & More"
Check out today’s carefully curated list of wellness media to inspire and uplift you. From books that empower, to movies and music that promote healing and self-care, we’ve selected a range of content to support your journey toward mental wellness. Here are some of today's recommendations:
Check out today’s carefully curated list of wellness media to inspire and uplift you. From books that empower, to movies and music that promote healing and self-care, we’ve selected a range of content to support your journey toward mental wellness. Here are some of today's recommendations:
- Book Recommendation: "Sisters of the Yam: Black Women and Self-Recovery" by bell hooks
- Movie/TV Show Recommendations: "The Wiz" (1978)
- Song Recommendation: "Free Mind" by Tems
- Poems & More: "The Freedom of a Dream" by Amanda Gorman
4. Review Our Spiritual Hygiene Tips
Consider using the tips in our "Spiritual Hygiene" guide to develop your own rituals, routines and/or empower you as you determine which actions you would like to take to protect your energy and ultimately your peace. Access the guide below.
Consider using the tips in our "Spiritual Hygiene" guide to develop your own rituals, routines and/or empower you as you determine which actions you would like to take to protect your energy and ultimately your peace. Access the guide below.
5. Register for a workshop with hosting in partnership with Ed. Opal on December 4th, Day Four of the "12 Days of Wellness" campaign!
Join us on Wednesday, December 4th, for a transformative virtual workshop that brings the fourth commandment of mental health—"Know Your Limits; Set Healthy Boundaries"—to life. In partnership with Ed. Opal, a trailblazing organization founded by Khayla McCoy to close gender and racial wealth gaps, this session centers on culturally relevant personal finance education tailored specifically for Black women.
Join us for a virtual Sister Circle Session to learn more about the upcoming Los Angeles and Inland Empire SMM-ATP cohorts on Thursday, December 19th from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Register here.
Join us on Wednesday, December 4th, for a transformative virtual workshop that brings the fourth commandment of mental health—"Know Your Limits; Set Healthy Boundaries"—to life. In partnership with Ed. Opal, a trailblazing organization founded by Khayla McCoy to close gender and racial wealth gaps, this session centers on culturally relevant personal finance education tailored specifically for Black women.
Join us for a virtual Sister Circle Session to learn more about the upcoming Los Angeles and Inland Empire SMM-ATP cohorts on Thursday, December 19th from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Register here.
6. Sip some calming tea with us!
Lavender and chamomile both have properties that calm the nervous system. You are better able to listen to your intuition when your body and mind are calm and out of fight or flight mode.
Recipe
- Lavender and chamomile: you can opt to use dried chamomile and lavender or you can purchase tea bags at your local grocery store or farmers market
- Hot water
- Your favorite mug
- Optional: Honey or sweetener of your choice
Lavender and chamomile both have properties that calm the nervous system. You are better able to listen to your intuition when your body and mind are calm and out of fight or flight mode.
Recipe
- Lavender and chamomile: you can opt to use dried chamomile and lavender or you can purchase tea bags at your local grocery store or farmers market
- Hot water
- Your favorite mug
- Optional: Honey or sweetener of your choice
6. Apply for Sisters Mentally Mobilized - Advocate Training Program!
We are excited to invite you to join Sisters Mentally Mobilized - Advocate Training Program (SMM-ATP), a movement for Black women to tend to our minds, hearts, souls and community! This program is an essential resource for Black women who are passionate about driving meaningful change and addressing mental health challenges faced by our communities. We are currently accepting applications for the next Los Angeles and Inland Empire cohorts of SMM-ATP. Apply today: bit.ly/SMMATP2025
We are excited to invite you to join Sisters Mentally Mobilized - Advocate Training Program (SMM-ATP), a movement for Black women to tend to our minds, hearts, souls and community! This program is an essential resource for Black women who are passionate about driving meaningful change and addressing mental health challenges faced by our communities. We are currently accepting applications for the next Los Angeles and Inland Empire cohorts of SMM-ATP. Apply today: bit.ly/SMMATP2025
7. Get ready for Day Four of the "12 Days of Wellness" campaign!
The commandment that tomorrow's activities will be centered around is "Know your limits; set healthy boundaries." This campaign is only getting started! Get ready for nine more days filled with wellness, and be sure to share information about this campaign with your circles!
The commandment that tomorrow's activities will be centered around is "Know your limits; set healthy boundaries." This campaign is only getting started! Get ready for nine more days filled with wellness, and be sure to share information about this campaign with your circles!
Disclaimer: The mental health resources and services provided by California Black Women's Health Project are for informational purposes only. We encourage individuals to explore the options that best align with their needs. Please note that while we strive to recommend trusted professionals and organizations, these recommendations do not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of services. We strongly advise consulting with a licensed mental health professional to determine the most appropriate care for your individual circumstances. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek immediate assistance from a qualified healthcare provider or contact a crisis helpline.
