A message from our Founder.

Hey everyone,

Let's be real – this year has been a marathon, a rollercoaster, a mix of beautiful chaos. As a new mom and business owner, I've been juggling the dual challenges of birthing a tiny human and a business simultaneously. Throw in stress-induced health problems, postpartum issues, and family struggles, and you've got a recipe for one incredibly tough year. I'm tired, y'all.

As the founder of an organization that's all about centering Black wellness, I'll lay it out – it's been a struggle to center my own wellness. There were moments when I needed to hit pause, take a breath, but instead, I found myself pushing to make this business thrive.

In the world we live in, where capitalism and white supremacy tell us our value is only in what we produce, I actively fight against that narrative. Yet, there are times when I need others to remind me to rest. That's where community becomes a lifeline. They reflect your values back to you. They remind you that you're more than your output. They reinforce that you are loved and valued just for existing – provided you have a good support system.

I'm immensely thankful for the support that has poured in from the Reviving Roots community. The twinkle in people's eyes when they enter our space, the sense of comfort and belonging they experience with our services – it's pure magic. But here's the thing: we can only achieve that magic when we're taking care of ourselves properly. It happens when we're honest about how we're doing, vulnerable enough to let others hold up a mirror to us.

So, here's a little nudge for you, my friend. Are you tapping into your community? Are you giving yourself the space to be candid, reflective, and vulnerable? In a world that often demands so much from us, let's remember the power of community, the strength in our realness, and the resilience that comes from supporting each other.

Wishing you moments of rest and connection,

Marlee