Deeply Well with Devi Brown

Sacred earth medicines, some of which are often referred to as psychedelics have shown exciting results as powerful healers of trauma and a deepener for self-discovery. This week, Devi is joined by Charlotte James, co-founder of the Ancestor's Project, a collective that facilitates sacred journey's in service to collective liberation. Devi shares some of her personal experiences with earth medicines and Charlotte shares insight into her shadow work, the need for normalizing these new tools in the mental health conversation, and ways to embark on your own empowered journey. James and her partner Undrea Wright started the Ancestors Project as an outlet for the BIPOC community to reduce harm and expand consciousness with the wisdom of Sacred Earth Medicine. Learn more: The Ancestor Project Share your thoughts and favorite moments of the episode: Dropping Gems Podcast Follow @DeviBrown @createdby.Charlotte @theancestorproject Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Announcing your boundaries can oftentimes be interpreted as “selfish” and you’ll most likely be challenged for having them. In this episode, Devi and Angela Rye revisit the post from the Black Love YOU Retreat that went viral last month. Granted the combination of words, “mutually beneficial” may have a connotation that some people internalize due to whatever personal energy is connected to the term. Devi expounds on how she defines it and the importance of genuinely benefiting from any and all interactions and making a positive exchange a priority. The episode continues with a conversation between the two friends about the balance of being spiritual and being pro-black and how they work together.Learn more: Black Love YOU RetreatShare your feedback and bountiful energy with us: @DroppingGemsPodStay Connected: @DeviBrown @AngelaRye Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The YOU Retreat is an intimate, one-day wellness experience and opportunity for Black women to pour into SELF. Brought to you by BlackLove.com. During the YOU Retreat Devi Brown and Angela Rye sat down to host a conversation around sisterhood, self-care, and boundaries. This conversation hit the interwebs with great impact, causing one comment to go viral. During this episode, we will revisit this popular clip and the full conversation. Finding healthy ways to establish boundaries within your relationships will sometimes trigger a reaction from those around you, but learning to set them without remorse and putting YOU first is a leap towards the ultimate self-care. Be Brave, Be Grateful, and LOVE from a full cup. You deserve authentic connections where energy is reciprocated. Energy flows where energy goes, honor the direction of your good energy.Learn more about Codie Elaine Oliver / Black LoveShare your feedback and bountiful energy with us: @DroppingGemsPodStay Connected: @DeviBrown @AngelaRye Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you are creating yourself or bringing forward a new life, the work of birthing and mothering transforms you from the inside out. In this episode, Devi is joined by wellbeing pioneer Latham Thomas as they explore the way the Mama Glow founder has been powerfully helping women transform through creation by blending the worlds of wellbeing, spirituality, birthing, and motherhood. They explore the unique pathway of moving from calling to purpose into your soul's mission and reflect on how children can be the greatest spiritual teachers in your life.Have a pen and your gratitude notebook ready, Devi offers several soul work journal prompts at the end of the episode!Latham Thomas is a maternity lifestyle maven, world-renown wellness leader, and master birth doula on the vanguard of transforming the wellness movement.Learn more here: MAMA GLOW /  Breakfast Club Interview  / Doula Expo By Mama Glow in Brooklyn Follow @glowmaven / @devibrownShare @droppinggemspodAbout the Doula Expo: On October 30th, spend the day in Brooklyn, NY at the Doula Expo by Mama Glow! The DOULA EXPO by Mama Glow, will gather birth workers and doulas, brands, partners, and supporters under one roof for a day of inspired learning, community, personal growth, workforce development, economic empowerment, authentic connection, and business building. Link to register - https://www.universe.com/events/doula-expo-by-mama-glow-tickets-S7BQFX Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's special episode was recorded live at the inaugural Mental Wealth Expo in New York City. Devi hosts a beautiful conversation with the former Editor-in-Chief of Heart & Soul Magazine, author of Shallow Waters, and Spiritual Psychologist, Anita Kopacz. Starting with several deep breaths and a gentle introduction, we dive into the inspiration behind Kopacz's book and her powerful work helping survivors of sexual trauma heal.Learn more about the Mental Wealth Expo: https://thebreakfastclub.iheart.com/featured/mental-wealth-expo/ Stay connected @anitakopacz @devibrown Share your favorite part of the show with us: @droppinggemspod  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As nature flows in cycles and seasons with graceful detachment, growth, and completion, so do our emotions, bodies, and relationships. In this episode, Devi Brown is joined by meditation expert, author, mindfulness activist, and the co-founder of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, Barb Schmidt. They converse on taking inspired and sometimes uncomfortable action when your calling arrives, how to come into acceptance of self, the sneaky ways our minds can lie to us, and how to notice the whispers of destiny in our lives. Ways to connect with Barb: https://peacefulmindpeacefullife.orghttps://barbschmidt.com/ and on IG:@Peaceful_Barb@Peacefulmindpeacefullife Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ancient knowledge holds the answers to every perceived problem. Vedic wisdom can be a powerful conduit to awakening the highest potential of your mind, body, and soul. In this episode, Devi is joined by world-renowned Medical Astrologer, author, and Ayurvedic expert, Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar. In a fascinating conversation about being the master and student of your own mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Suhas shares deep wisdom on building a custom plan for personal growth using the ancient traditions of Ayurveda and Vedic Astrology.To connect with Dr. Suhas for a medical astrology reading or Ayurvedic counseling check out: https://www.ayurvedichealing.netTo attend a Chopra retreat, visit Chopra.com/Retreats Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our bodies are the sacred homes of our souls. It is one of our sacred responsibilities to understand how it works and to take care of it. In this episode, 3x best-selling author, telehealth pioneer, and leader in functional medicine, Dr. Will Cole, joins Devi in a conversation about activating our bodies' intuition by integrating modern and ancient ways of healing. In this episode, Dr. Cole shares insights on the impact of high stress on our physical health, how inflammation is connected to every health challenge, and why Keto and intermittent fasting can change and enhance the way you experience your body.Dr. Will Cole's latest book, "Intuitive Fasting" is available everywhere now!Connect with Dr. Cole on IG: https://www.instagram.com/drwillcole Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.5 million people around the world have gotten to love themselves better thanks to Lisa Donovan. Lisa, a wildly successful entrepreneur, and astrologist is the founder and creator of The Pattern App. Blending your unique birth chart information with psychology, spirituality, and greater themes at play, The Pattern is a tool for awakening and healing with depth and ease. In this 2 part episode, Devi & Lisa talk about its powerful accuracy, how to use it, and…Tupac’s soulmate.Go Deeper - Download The Pattern App: https://thepattern.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.5 million people around the world have gotten to love themselves better thanks to Lisa Donovan. Lisa, a wildly successful entrepreneur, and astrologist is the founder and creator of The Pattern App. Blending your unique birth chart information with psychology, spirituality, and greater themes at play, The Pattern is a tool for awakening and healing with depth and ease. In this 2 part episode, Devi & Lisa talk about its powerful accuracy, how to use it, and…Tupac’s soulmate.Go Deeper - Download The Pattern App: https://thepattern.com/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.