Communication issues are a BEAST…in fact they’re one of the main reasons why relationships END. In this Google Hangout You will learn some Pitfalls and Pointers To Help You Conquer That Communication Beast so that you can experience the connection you deserve and desire. Here’s what one viewer had to say after watching it live: […]
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Why does your relationship have to be so drama filled all the damn time? Why do you have to be so dramafied? Turn it down ladies and gentlemen…the chaos you create is causing your relationships self destruction. It’s time to take ownership of the roll you play in bringing negativity to the table and make […]
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Dear Ayize & Aiyana, I know that you’ve discussed this previously but my story is a tad different. I am 22 going on 23 in April, a full time student and employed full time, no children, aspiring to be the owner of a spa and a plus- size model, I am celibate and most importantly, […]
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By Ayize Ma’at The pain that black folks experience runs deep. There have been hundreds of years of self-hate passed down from generation to generation in the black community. The consequences of generational scars have been aptly coined Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. Neither you or I can escape it….it is what it is. While we […]
The other night we were watching the 11o’clock news and we saw a news reporter do a demonstration to show how cold it was outside. She threw some water in the air and it turned to what we think was either ice, snow, white powder, or a white mist mid-air. We were fascinated by this […]
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We’ve said over and over and over again that RELATIONSHIPS RULE THE WORLD. In order to have any impact whether it be on a micro or macro level you’ve got to engage in collective work and understand the responsibility attached to it. This is the work of Ujima…the principle of the 3rd day of Kwanzaa. […]
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By Aiyana Ma’at Today is the second day of Kwanzaa and we are lifting up Kujichagulia which means Self-Determination. I love this principle not only because it is so powerful for me on a personal level but because it is do necessary for how we live our lives every single day. Issues with your man? Try […]
As we approach the end of 2013 I ask the question….What’s your end game? There is an opportunity for you to build momentum as you enter 2014 with the way you end 2013. Kwanzaa is an excellent opportunity for you to get centered and re-engage 7 transformative principles that will change your life. Habari Gani […]
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Fear is necessary…it alerts us to physical and emotional danger. Although it’s a part of who we are, sometimes we allow past experiences to assign fear to anticipated experiences when it may not even be necessary. Simply put…we’re afraid for no damn reason. A lot of times, fear is an involuntary response based on past […]
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A couple of days ago we had a session with a couple and one of the homework assignments we gave them was to physically connect every single day until our next session. We asked them to be intentional and make sure they have a moment every single day where they pause and acknowledge each other. […]
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WHY IS IT SO FREAKIN HARD TO TALK TO YOU?!
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Communication/byCommunication issues are a BEAST…in fact they’re one of the main reasons why relationships END. In this Google Hangout You will learn some Pitfalls and Pointers To Help You Conquer That Communication Beast so that you can experience the connection you deserve and desire. Here’s what one viewer had to say after watching it live: […]
Turn Down The Drama….Turn Up The Connection
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Conflict Management/byWhy does your relationship have to be so drama filled all the damn time? Why do you have to be so dramafied? Turn it down ladies and gentlemen…the chaos you create is causing your relationships self destruction. It’s time to take ownership of the roll you play in bringing negativity to the table and make […]
Gay…To Be Or Not To Be? The Door Is Open And I Won’t Come Out.
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Living With Intention, Love & Marriage/byDear Ayize & Aiyana, I know that you’ve discussed this previously but my story is a tad different. I am 22 going on 23 in April, a full time student and employed full time, no children, aspiring to be the owner of a spa and a plus- size model, I am celibate and most importantly, […]
I Hate Being Black!!!
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Black Family/byBy Ayize Ma’at The pain that black folks experience runs deep. There have been hundreds of years of self-hate passed down from generation to generation in the black community. The consequences of generational scars have been aptly coined Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. Neither you or I can escape it….it is what it is. While we […]
We Tried To Freeze Water Mid-Air…..And Failed LOL
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers/byThe other night we were watching the 11o’clock news and we saw a news reporter do a demonstration to show how cold it was outside. She threw some water in the air and it turned to what we think was either ice, snow, white powder, or a white mist mid-air. We were fascinated by this […]
Collective Work And Responsibility And The Ma’at Family
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers/byWe’ve said over and over and over again that RELATIONSHIPS RULE THE WORLD. In order to have any impact whether it be on a micro or macro level you’ve got to engage in collective work and understand the responsibility attached to it. This is the work of Ujima…the principle of the 3rd day of Kwanzaa. […]
Black Folks & Self-Determination….A Beautiful Thang
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Black Family, Fatherhood, Love & Marriage, motherhood/byBy Aiyana Ma’at Today is the second day of Kwanzaa and we are lifting up Kujichagulia which means Self-Determination. I love this principle not only because it is so powerful for me on a personal level but because it is do necessary for how we live our lives every single day. Issues with your man? Try […]
Habari Gani? What’s Your End Game?
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers/byAs we approach the end of 2013 I ask the question….What’s your end game? There is an opportunity for you to build momentum as you enter 2014 with the way you end 2013. Kwanzaa is an excellent opportunity for you to get centered and re-engage 7 transformative principles that will change your life. Habari Gani […]
What Do You Do When The Alarm Goes Off?…Do You Run And Hide or Face Your Fear?
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Living With Intention/byFear is necessary…it alerts us to physical and emotional danger. Although it’s a part of who we are, sometimes we allow past experiences to assign fear to anticipated experiences when it may not even be necessary. Simply put…we’re afraid for no damn reason. A lot of times, fear is an involuntary response based on past […]
20 + Years And Still Dancing
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers/byA couple of days ago we had a session with a couple and one of the homework assignments we gave them was to physically connect every single day until our next session. We asked them to be intentional and make sure they have a moment every single day where they pause and acknowledge each other. […]