When you've been desired through a distorted lens—seen not as a whole person but as a fantasy, a fetish, a symbol—it can fracture your sense of self. Healing from racial fetishisation isn’t just about naming the harm; it’s about returning to your body, reclaiming your narrative, and remembering your inherent sacredness.
Read MoreIn this reflective and educational piece, I explore how racial trauma lives in the body, the soul, and the collective memory. With clarity and compassion, I unpack how grief shows up in its aftermath, what healing might look like, and how we begin to name the invisible wounds we carry.
Includes reflection prompts and a downloadable companion journal.
What if your deepest patterns of grief and self-protection weren’t flaws — but wounds with names? This post explores the Five Soul Wounds framework by Lise Bourbeau through the lens of grief, trauma, race and identity. A soulful, reflective piece that weaves personal insight, cultural nuance, and psychosomatic wisdom — with space for your own healing reflections.
Read MoreHere’s the rule about journaling: there are no rules. I’ve put together some tips and suggestions on how you can enhance your journaling and reflective practice.
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