Soul Loveth w/ Shan

Hey Lovelies ~ I hope you are doing well and not stressing yourselves out in preparation for this holiday season...  

In this episode, I’m talking about what it means to be the Master Gardener of your life. Just like a garden needs care, protection, and tending to thrive, so do your Soul Seeds. It’s not enough to just plant them; we need to actively cultivate our inner ecosystems. This episode will guide you through the process of protecting your energy, nourishing your passions, and being intentional about what you allow to grow in your life. When you t...

...We all hit a wall at some point. The world feels heavy, and it’s easy to just go through the motions without any real spark. In this episode, I’m diving into how we can break free from this autopilot state by returning to our Soul Seeds. Reconnecting with our gifts and purpose isn’t just about motivation; it’s about finding deep meaning again. It’s about getting back in tune with what makes you feel alive, so you don’t just survive—but thrive—through these tough times. The point is to reignite that flame inside, to remind you of...

Hey Lovelies~

We're living in some intense times right now—feeling disconnected, uncertain, and maybe even overwhelmed. But the antidote to all of that is right within you. In this episode, we're tapping into Part 2 of the Soul Seeds that you’ve always had inside. These innate gifts, interests, and seeds of purpose are the key to navigating the chaos around us. In times like these, it’s vital to reconnect with what’s deeply rooted in your soul, so you can move through life with clarity and peace, no matter what’s going on around you. It’s time...

Happy Sweet November Lovelies!

It's been a while - so much has been going on with me this summer, that I had to step away from recoding for a while.  Im back now -- it's true like some of my fav artist, (one being Sade ) you have to actually live some life to have some real life experiences.

So here I am - tune in tonight as I give some updates and insight on our Soul Loveth Wellness program.  As well as I talk about nurturing your personal Soul Seeds, those unique gifts, talents and in...

Hello Beautiful People...

I must say this one is good good! I had to replay it a couple of times - and I'm sure I'll be led to revisit it again in the future. You know - we hear the word "authenticity" a lot lately, and most view it aestheticaaly or surface - not realize that it encompasses the core of who you are, and the audacity to "show up as you" in the a world that's constantly programming you to conform. Whew... Sit with that for a minute.  

This episode I peel back more l...

It's funny how doing the responsible things come off as "boring".   In this day and age - where moving and shaking, being "outside" at every event -living this YOLO life is what's celebrated and deemed sexy and cool.

But we're grown ups here. Having your affairs in order, doing day to day things like watering your plants, praying, meditating - trying a new recipe, paying your bills, not wanting to be "outside" all of the time - and just chilling in the house doing "nothing on purpose" is Sexy and Cool as well.

Stability looks g...

Where did the time go? Why is time moving so fast? If only I had enough time... How often do you say these things?  Is time really moving faster or are we preoccupied with so "stuff" that time just passes up by?

Tune in this week as I take about way to slow down time. Is that even possible? Absolutely! We have dominion over time -- you slow it down my doing a mental inventory of what's wasting your time and put systems in place to preserve it.

Until next week,
Blessings

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Ok... We've seen the tricks before.  It's election season - I feel the tension and fear mongering being turned up a notch.  Yes, the world has been a chaotic circus for a while now - but some how we've found a new normal way of dealing with shock and unpredictability of it all. 

This week -- let's be mindful of our thoughts and emotions during this political cycle.  Observe, but don't Absorb.  Use wisdom in positioning yourself - yet, don't let the noise dictate your movement and wellbeing.  

To support our initiative to cul...

Hey Lovelies!

It's been a minute... I haven't forgotten about the pod - but y'all know life be lifin'! We've really been focused on building the wellness program for at risk youth, it's been a year in the making, navigating the environment, working with the government, and still maintaining the salon and daily life needs.

What I've learned since the pandemic is to not get too attached to anything. Be fully present, do the work - yet know when it's time to shift, or move on to the next thing. Time is moving fast.  

Ahhhhh... Life is not about the absence of problems and situations.  Things happen. All of this self care and self love comes into play when we're able to apply God's grace and natural strategies to help us cope through the "stuff."

We already know what to do - we just have to be intentional about the application.

Tune in as we explore more.

Blessings

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Happy New Year!! I know, y'all are like "girl, it's February . Hey, needed to take a much needed deep breath after last year, and Ease into 2024 refreshed and renewed! no pressure. How"s your New Year going so far?

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Self Love looks different for each individual.  What feeds or soothes someone else's needs may not be the remedy for you.  

  We have to really push to honor our differences. Trying not to dismiss or discredit how you show up in the world because it looks different than someone else.   What works for you?  How do you present your self to the world?  What do you need to focused and balanced?

 This type of awareness is not easy - but its so needed to foster peace of and staying true to yourself .  

To support...

In this world of "influence" and conformity - it can become a daily fight to "stay true to you."  What are your true thoughts and ideas? What's your true style and comfort?  What are you filtering your actions through?  

Hey, sometimes its easier to "go along to get along" or follow blue prints that's already established, but for me - I Can Not.  Even if it makes me stand out and often times, stand  alone, I have to honor how God created me.  It's a reason some things make you uncomfortable, make you take pause or simply just g...

Don't look away... We've already become so desensitized to the craziness of the world.  I get it, it's too much.  For my personal self care, I monitor what kind of news I take in.  Pay attention to what's going on "observe but don't absorb."  

Be honest with yourself about what you're seeing and feeling, even if you don't fully understand what going on.  Don't betray your own consciousness by denying the truth "YOU SEE"... What I'm seeing with these political wars are not in alignment with the personality of the God I have a relationship with.  Racism, classi...

It's ok to have a "moment."  I know we're conditioned to be so strong and full of faith that we have forgotten how to be human.  

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Hey Lovelies... 

It's been a few weeks.  I hope you all are still finding time to sit still and Breathe.  Not just when problem arise. Everyday if possible, checking in with yourself. 

Join me this week  for a "lighthearted" body scan meditation to bring some sense of order and stillness this week.  

I'm speaking to myself first.  

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Hey lovelies! It’s been a few weeks- but trust me, you all have been on my heart and in my prayers. My focus has been occupied with a new project I’ve been working on - now I’m a bit more settled and can “shift” my energy back “here!” Whew… I felt a release just typing that statement.

I’ve really been putting into practice everything I’ve been sharing here- being intentional about embracing “Ease” in the midst of “movement” .. Breathing through new experiences and daily task - purposely not letting the “grind, fear of the unknown and yes, excite...

There's a saying that goes "The same faith it takes to get, will take the same faith to keep..." Truer words have never been spoken.  Especially in this essential season of trying to maintain "balance" and making self-care a priority. 

As we continue to build and add on in life - we have to put systems in place to help us maintain and not feel overwhelmed. 

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Hi Lovelies,

I'm here to tell you that the battlefield of the mind is Real.  We really have to have the tools to navigate our thoughts, feelings and emotions so that we can focus on producing the work that's in our heart to do.

Tune in as I talk about strategies to help you stay focused and tune out the distractions while in your creative process.  Breathing is essential, however - we also must also  disengage from things that's competing for our attention.  If only for a season. 

To support our initiative to culti...

It's amazing to have goals and dreams, but pursing them sometimes can cause stress and negative emotions because we forget to enjoy the journey "In the Mean Time..."

Life is to be lived and experienced, we can't do that if our happiness and wellbeing is only attached to our striving and accomplishments. We must be intentional about enjoying and embracing the present moment. Can't be all work and no play.  Im talking from experience here - I had to learn to give myself permission to "play" because I'd rather work or deep dive mentally - often times w...

Hey Lovelies... I know life has been moving forward, that's a wonderful thing. I hope that in your forward movement you've still been dedicated to your self care, you know - the simple things like being present, deep breathing, creating or whatever You Do to help you feel your best!

In this episode I talk about when you don't understand "The Purpose of A Thing" that neglect or abuse of that thing will soon follow.  Yeah, we don't want that! We want to be intentional on cultivating the things about us that helps us flow through life b...

Some say imitation is a form of flattery... That has never sat well with me.  Being a creative person that really puts the work into understanding myself, into seeing the world through a broader lens, that's intentional about creating and experiencing life in a way that inspires a impactful expression -- it kind of ticks me off when I see my "vibe" trying to be packaged by individuals other than myself... Like really?  Inspiration is one thing, but being a carbon copy of someone is kinda creepy.  

I hope you could feel my frustration in what I jus...

I had the most relaxing "Me" time this past Saturday.  Funny thing is, I didn't even plan it out. It was kinda last minute. 

So much so, it was my nudge and reminder to "schedule" myself in on a regular basis.  We can get so caught up in the redundancy of daily life that burn out is inevitable. 

Tune in and let's use our creative juices to take time for ourselves... 

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more infor...

This week we'll be focusing our meditation on goal setting and how to stay focused during the "walking it out" process.

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

We have to learn strategies to help use thrive through unsavory situations.  Yes, that "thing" or that "person" knocked you out of your focus - but we can't the situation deter us from our ultimate goal... Take a deep breath with me this week and lets get back to what matters most... Peace.

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Sometimes you find yourself chasing or trying to acquire things you may already have - or may already be doing.  Quiet your mind and analyze your life "on paper" - you have to keep reminders around you. 

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

This week we're focusing on all things that guide us to Holistic Health & Healing.

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Treat yourself this week with the "Gift of Being Present" .... 

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Treat yourself to under 10 min of meditation, deep breathing and visualization.

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Treat yourself to under 10 min of meditation, deep breathing and visualization.

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please visit www.soulloveth.com for more information about our mission.

Hey Lovelies ~ did the holidays sneak up on you this year?  Are you in the mood for all of the "work" and festivities that this season brings with it? I know I wasn't, I had to get a little boost of inspiration to help me "remember" and embrace the "sweet spots" cause yo sis was not feelin' it! #Truestory

Tune in as I share how doing what you love can give you the motivation and energy to celebrate the upcoming Hoilday season with intention and joy.  

To support our initiative to cultivate au...

Hi Lovies- Im back as promised. In this episode I wanted to dig a little deeper and give the meaning behind the name "Soul Loveth"... Inspired by a poem in Songs of Solomon, we get to know the young African maiden "Maketa" as she journeys along the road of self discovery and radical Self Love.  

Tune in while I continue to live out the answers of: 
What do you gravitate to naturally?
What does your Soul Loveth?

To support our initiative to cultivate authenticity to youth (whom the world deems "at risk" please vi...

Hey Ladies! It's me, Shan..

It's been a minute - but I'm back at it. Formally known as "Beauty Preparations for Life" - I'm renaming our newest podcast "Soul Loveth"...  Some of you are familiar with the Soul Loveth inspiration, those who are not, stay tuned in as share the motivation behind the ever evolving journey.

If you've been following - you'll continuing to receive all new episodes! Listen in to hear about what I've been up to on my personal sabbatical.  I needed to take a "self inflicted" break from everything so that I co...

Do you feel a change in the air?   After such a wild year and long winter, a newness is on the horizon... It's deeper than "outside" opening back up.  Its a sense of entering back into the world with a renewed sense of purpose, fresh perspective,  keener discernment and embracing  new opportunities.

In this episode join me (Shan) as I share my experience of winning the 2021 Inspiring Women in Business contest sponsored by First Midwest Bank and 101.9 the Mix after pushing through bouts of depression and exhaustion .  A firm believer of the quote "Happiness is having something to lo...

I hope everyone is doing well out there! It’s been a sec — if you tune in all the way to the end, you’ll understand why. In this latest episode, I’ll talk about my experience with content  burnout over the past year and how it’s imperative to unplug in order to regroup.

I wasn’t “showing up” as me — posting and engaging started to feel robotic. I know so many of you can relate, especially my artist and business peeps that feel we have to stay in front of our followers for relevance sake. Yes, marketing issa...