The Healing Space Podcast

The Healing Space Podcast The Healing Space is a Black and Q***r Mental Health Podcast, hosted by Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC a

10/15/2024

(For anyone who cares to know ✌🏽)

I left social media a month ago; however, I’ve realized a lot of people weren’t aware (I didn’t feel the need to share). When I say I’ve left social media; I don’t mean I’m taking my regular break, I mean I’ve left social media….for the foreseeable future. There wasn’t a particular reason. When I was in my late 20’s/early 30’s (can’t remember when); I woke up one morning and said “I don’t want to wear earrings anymore”, and I haven’t. This is the same thing, I no longer gain anything from social media and my focus isn’t on promoting anymore; I’m focused on my continued healing. I’m currently the healthiest I’ve been in years and while ive said that before….I feel it in my root now. Over the last week I’ve been tested already, and I expected it. But past pain falls away like dead leaves; however, my spring comes back around far sooner than its equinox. And you want to know a really powerful word that I carry with me everywhere now?……..”No”. And my “NO” isn’t optional, it honestly isn’t just a word, it’s a chapter, several if you will. I’ve cried every day (minus last Monday and Tuesday for some reason 🤷🏽‍♂️) since September 26th. At first I didn’t know why….but last week it hit me. I’ve been purging the poison I’ve allowed to crawl into me over the last couple of years. I know this because every single tear I’ve cried has been tears of joy (for all types of reasons). And now I’ll be tested. Will I allow myself to be poisoned again, or is my faith fortified. The answer is the latter…and I say that without pause. I will still have days when I’m down, we are none perfect; how and ever…..If I could only show you all how I feel inside. There’s a calm that has taken over me. So I leave you all now. If you have my number keep in touch, otherwise; I’ll jump back on once a month to “like” a post (I found that’s how you don’t lose your pages) and then I’m gone again.

I love u all so so much! I’m currently reaSensei Raven Ekundayo, CLCing “Black and Buddhist” and “Kundalini Awakening”
(in case anyone is interested in checking them out).

Be kind, Be love, Be peace
Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC 🙏🏽💜📿✌🏽

I’m exiting social media for a while; how and ever, I just wanted to share something that came to my mind a couple of mi...
09/29/2024

I’m exiting social media for a while; how and ever, I just wanted to share something that came to my mind a couple of minutes ago concerning our unhoused community. If you read it, thank you. If not; I love you all anyway. 🫶🏽💜

1.) Please treat them with respect. If they walk past your car it’s ok to make eye contact. Imagine what that must feel like every day to have people seemingly “shun” or “ignore” your existence. You may not be able to give them money….
but give them respect. 🙏🏽

2.) Please don’t disrespect the unhoused when they’re asleep in certain areas. Most major cities will focus on spending unbelievable amounts of money on all types of things, yet we still have people living on the streets.

3.) The unhoused have often built communities/shanty towns within major cities, and city officials have them removed. You remove them and where do you place these human beings? You have entire boarded up neighborhoods but you think THEY are the issue? Make it make sense.

4.) It’s ok touch someone who is unhoused. I’ve hugged many of my brothers, sisters and non-binary folk who are just doing what they can to survive in this cruel world. Do you know how much it means that someone isn’t scared to touch them? Folks have s*x RAW, yet they’re afraid to hug someone who may have urinated on themselves two days ago?

5.) Please stop recording yourself “helping” someone who is unhoused. If you’re doing this from your soul, there’s no need for anyone to know. What you see as “promoting kindness” looks like exploitation. Take a step back and see it from their perspective. You can post online what you plan to do and tell others they can join if they’d like…..and leave it there. Don’t draw unnecessary attention to folks. Just because they may feel invisible, it doesn’t mean they care to be seen by everyone.

6.) Lastly; remember that within the snap of a finger it could be you. When you come across an individual on hard times (unhoused or not), don’t lead with judgement. I won’t ask you to “Treat them like you’d want to be treated”, because some people honestly don’t care to be treated with respect and kindness (another post for another day). So I’ll just say; if you can’t be a catalyst for change….I pray you at least allow others to be it for them.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Be well Misfit Universe and I’ll see you around ok?

~ Love is our Legacy
Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

When I was younger I’d often tell people “I’m going to change the world”. Then in my late 20’s, early 30’s I’d loosely q...
09/21/2024

When I was younger I’d often tell people “I’m going to change the world”. Then in my late 20’s, early 30’s I’d loosely quote Tupac and say “I may not change the world, but I guarantee I will spark the mind that will change the world”.

At 44 I know that both are true. We change the world ONE person at a time. People say “You can’t change the world”, but just getting someone to SEE themselves, to LOVE themselves, to believe they’re capable of things they couldn’t imagine, to want to make a difference….you’ve changed the world. Do you get what I mean?

I AM changing the world AND I spark the mind of others who will also change the world. Over the last couple of years I forgot this. Some valleys take longer to get through than others. But I’ve gotten through this particular valley, climbed the mountain and have started, not a new chapter….a new book. Let’s continue changing the world.

Book II: The Symphony of Balance
~ Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

09/17/2024

I’ve died so many times I’ve lost count.

Yet I am the Phoenix that rises from the ashes again and again. My purpose is undeniable.

What a powerful testimony I have.

🙏🏽💜✌🏽

~ Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

Not on here much anymore, but I hope you all are well. 🙏🏽💜✌🏽
08/19/2024

Not on here much anymore, but I hope you all are well. 🙏🏽💜✌🏽

(Mental Health Post. Please read until the end as assistance is provided)It’s a dangerous practice, willingly allowing y...
03/14/2024

(Mental Health Post. Please read until the end as assistance is provided)

It’s a dangerous practice, willingly allowing your darkness to pour into others. It’s strange to watch people be mean, catty, shady…when there’s seemingly no reason. THAT is how you can tell theirs deep inner work to do.

I’m a Shadow Work Coach and I’m open to work with you on the journey to better understand your Mirror Self. I schedule my Shadow Work sessions on Saturday and Sundays from 10am to 5pm. Feel free to email me at [email protected] for more information and to schedule a consultation, or if commenting under this post helps, do that. 🫂

However, I also want to provide you with two websites that I also believe can help. Tearing down others because of your own pain will only hurt you more in the end. Let’s work on helping you to like you, love you and get a better understanding of what’s going on inside. You’re not alone. If you’re reading this and saying “this isn’t for me”….I can honestly say, that probably means it is. 🙏🏽💜✌🏽

Zocdoc: Check out Zocdoc – an app I used to find a doctor and make an appointment online. You can search by specialty, location and insurance -- and it's completely free to book an appointment. Get the Zocdoc app here: https://itunes.apple.com/app/apple-store/id391062219?pt=20832&ct=Share%20-%20My%20Account&mt=8

Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988

~ Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

01/01/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!! 2023 was the most mentally taxing year of my life; however, it provided some life changing blessings as well. As always, I don’t create the themes of the year to come, I allow them to manifest on their own:

2011 - The Year of Adventure

2012 - The Year of New Chapters

2013 - The Purpose Driven Year

2014 - The Year of No Fear

2015 - The Year of Me

2016 - The Year of Ascension

2017 - The Year of No eXcuses

2018 - The Year of The Phoenix

2019 - The Year of eXploration

2020 - The Year of Healthy Selfishness

2021 - The Year of Lessons

2022 - The Year of Transitions

2023 - The Year of No Procrastination

2024 - The Year of Peace

After all I endured over the last year, what I desire more than anything is….Peace. So this new year will be about seeing what lessons surround peace, and how I will embody it throughout the next 365. I love you all. Let’s get it! 🙏🏽💜✌🏽

~ Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

Today is also known to some as . To celebrate is celebrating its 6 Year Anniversary and the 13 Year Anniversary of ....
10/11/2023

Today is also known to some as . To celebrate is celebrating its 6 Year Anniversary and the 13 Year Anniversary of . Sensei welcomes , & to the show to discuss a wide range of topics in the first “Black, Q***r and Unapologetic” in two years. Click the link in our bio for the full episode.

has returned! This week Sensei puts a spotlight on Gen Z, by conversing with 3 early twenty somethings about their pas...
08/03/2023

has returned! This week Sensei puts a spotlight on Gen Z, by conversing with 3 early twenty somethings about their passions, their purpose, the impact the want to make on the world and how they heal. These conversations will inspire you and remind you that there’s hope in the next generation.

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06/08/2023

One thing I can say about experiencing a psychotic break…it puts things in perspective.

I’ve spent a great deal of my life caring about what others think of me and that was exhausting. I was operating out of love, but also out of a need to be SEEN and welcomed in.

Buuuuut I’m a Misfit. And what makes me different is that I love deep, raw and unapologetically. I love every single human on this earth genuinely and with every fiber in my being, no matter how much you’ve hurt me. And so here I am on the other side of my breakdown existing in a space or pure love. Love that’s unafraid to speak my truth, because my truth is love. Love of all things and all people. You hate me, I meet you with love. You love me, I meet you with love. Love heals me and I’ve been blessed to find that my love heals others.

I could lose everything tomorrow but joy and love won’t be included. And for that….I say thank you.

~ Namaste
Sensei Raven Ekundayo, CLC

Come enjoy the first three episodes of new series BLACK, GAY, stuck at home: TRANSPLANTS (Viewing + Live Chat) TONIGHT! ...
03/24/2023

Come enjoy the first three episodes of new series BLACK, GAY, stuck at home: TRANSPLANTS (Viewing + Live Chat) TONIGHT! In the show, Two LA transplants navigate the launch of their cannabis and s*x toy brand while grappling with unemployment and questionable dating experiences. RSVP now: www.BGSAH.com

This week Sensei welcomes Hip Hop recording artist, to . They talk about his debut album “Mind Over Mayhem”, as well a...
02/21/2023

This week Sensei welcomes Hip Hop recording artist, to . They talk about his debut album “Mind Over Mayhem”, as well as this weeks topic of healing through toxic relationships.

Also, this week on “The Couch” Sensei and answer questions about how much space and communication should be given after a romantic argument, as well as why some people think bis*xuality doesn’t exist.

Click the link in our bio for the full episode.

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