In this episode of The Practice of a Hoodoo Baptist, I sit down with Tatianna Tarot, diviner, intuitive tarot therapist, and Iyalorisa priestess, for a grounded and expansive conversation on what it really means to trust your intuition.

The conversation delves into ancestral wisdom, spiritual empowerment, and the significance of divination tools in reclaiming intuition. It also explores the impact of colonialism on spiritual disconnection and the importance of ancestral veneration and rites of passage.

Takeaways:

• Ancestral wisdom and spiritual empowerment
• Reclaiming intuition through divination tools
• The impact of colonialism on spiritual disconnection Discernment in spiritual education
• The power of abundance mindset and inner work
• The impact of Afrofuturism on personal and collective growth

Chapters:

• 00:00 Honoring Ancestral Wisdom and Spiritual Empowerment
• 11:04 The Impact of Colonialism on Spiritual Disconnection
• 46:22 The Transformational Power of Abundance Mindset and Inner Work
• 53:40 Reparations and Afrofuturism

This episode of The Practice of a Hoodoo Baptist is a grounding conversation about ethics, discernment, and the responsibility that comes with spiritual work. I’m joined by Brooke “Bee” Sanders, founder of Amethyst Corner, a spiritual community rooted in ancestral connection, real healing, and practical tools for those walking their path with intention.

The conversation delves into the importance of ancestral wisdom and ethical practice within the context of hoodoo and spiritual work. It explores the significance of honoring ancestral traditions and the need for ethical discernment in spiritual practices.

We also get into the importance of community and sisterhood in spiritual practices, emphasizing the role of support, accountability, and cultural awakening. Further exploring the significance of ancestral wisdom, the power of tradition, and the non-performative nature of spiritual practices. Additionally, this episode highlights the magic of sisterhood, the importance of nurturing Black maternal health, and the value of intentional rest and self-care.

Takeaways

• Importance of ancestral wisdom
• Ethical practice and discernment Community is key in spiritual practices
• Sisterhood and support are essential in the spiritual journey

Chapters

• 00:00 The Practice of Hoodoo and Ethical Discernment
• 51:31 Embracing Sisterhood and Womb Magic

This episode of The Practice of a Hoodoo Baptist is about that kind of remembering.

I’m joined by Charlotte Duerr James—educator, therapeutic coach, and initiated Medicine Woman—for a conversation that moves slowly, intentionally, and with reverence.

The conversation delves into the exploration of ancestral wisdom, the use of psychedelics and earth medicines, early psychedelic experiences, Charlotte's personal psychedelic journey, and the ceremonial use of plant medicine. We go into the intersection of ancestral wisdom, plant medicine, and collective healing, highlighting the impact of colonial influence, societal stigma, and the importance of internal work and intention. Charlotte also emphasizes the need for more trained facilitators in the field of decolonized healing practices.

Takeaways

• Ancestral wisdom and root work are central to the conversation
• Psychedelics and earth medicines play a significant role in personal and collective healing Ancestral wisdom and plant medicine offer a path to healing and ancestral reclamation.
• Colonial influence has led to societal stigma and misinformation about healing practices.
• Internal work and intention are key to the journey of healing and decolonization.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Ancestral Wisdom
• 10:07 Early Psychedelic Experiences
• 20:25 Charlotte's Psychedelic Journey
• 32:22 Ceremonial Use of Plant Medicine
• 38:54 Ancestral Wisdom and Plant Medicine
• 55:39 Colonial Influence and Healing
• 01:05:38 Internal Work and Intention
• 01:11:06 Closing Remarks