Soul Loveth w/ Shan
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Ahhh.... You didn't come across this podcast by chance... You've been seeking answers about "who you are" "what makes you happy "what's your true purpose in life'... You've been goin' through the motions tryin' to make it all make sense... Soul Loveth was inspired to help answer these questions and more on this ever evolving journey of life...Fueled by the love story of the young Shulammite woman from Songs of Solomon, it follows this young African sister as she journey's through self discovery and initiation into woman hood. Layered with raw honesty about her insecurities, curiosity, passions and determination to connect with her ultimate Love (herself/God). This young Queen commits herself to "Do the Deep Work" required to live her truest, most authentic life... Unapologetically.Join Shan (Owner of Alabasta Wellness Boutique & Salon, Mother, Mentor and Holistic coach) - as she share insights and conversations that encourage you to start recognizing and embracing the things you gravitate to naturally. Through these insights, you'll begin to peel back the layers of who you really are and what makes you feel alive and Whole... From your favorite foods, music, colors, vacation spots, books, hobbies, social causes, people, fashion, movies etc... From key life experiances, health, wellness, financial literacy, relationship struggles and celebrations. All of these collective occurrences can be used as a clear indicator of what your inspires your growth to your truest, most beneficial self -- Ultimately helping you to recognize, embrace and Celebrate what your "Soul Loveth"... Let's journey together!
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Breathe Through The "Stuff"...
February 18, 2024 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBAhhhhh... 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
February "New Year" Vibes..
February 05, 2024 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MBHappy 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?
Self Love is Not Cookie Cutter
December 04, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MBSelf 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 yours...
How Do You Honor Staying True to Yourself?
November 05, 2023 23:00 - 13 minutes - 8.98 MBIn 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...
Pray for Humanity...
October 29, 2023 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.39 MBDon'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 ...
Permission to "Be" Human...
October 01, 2023 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.39 MBIt'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.
Meditate on "These" Things...
September 11, 2023 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBHey 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.
Summer Ease…
August 06, 2023 23:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MBHey 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...
Expansion Requires Order...
July 03, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MBThere'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.
Watch Where Your Attention Goes...
May 29, 2023 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.63 MBHi 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.
In the Meantime...
May 21, 2023 23:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBIt'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" b...
The Purpose of A Thing...
May 08, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBHey 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 thing...
No One Can Duplicate "You"...
March 20, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBSome 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 cre...
Put "You" on Your Calendar....
February 27, 2023 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBI 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...
Keep The Vision In Front Of You....
February 20, 2023 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.13 MBThis week we'll be focusing our meditation on goal setting and how to stay focused during the "walking it out" process.
Grace Through Distractions...
February 13, 2023 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBWe 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.
Keeping Things in Perspective...
February 06, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBSometimes 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.
Holistic Health & Healing...
January 30, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBThis week we're focusing on all things that guide us to Holistic Health & Healing.
The Gift Of Being Present...
January 23, 2023 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.63 MBTreat yourself this week with the "Gift of Being Present" ....
Focus on the Good Stuff ~ Pocket's of Peace Sunday
January 16, 2023 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.56 MBTreat yourself to under 10 min of meditation, deep breathing and visualization.
Pockets of Peace for the New Year!!
January 09, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MBTreat yourself to under 10 min of meditation, deep breathing and visualization.
Finding Peace in the Midst this Hoilday Season...
December 05, 2022 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBHey 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.
Love Is A Motivator...
November 01, 2022 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBHi 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?
Right Back At It ~ Now as "Soul Loveth w/ Shan"
October 03, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBHey 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 in...
A Shift in Energy
July 06, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBDo 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 d...
A Shift in Energy
July 06, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBDo 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 d...
Virtual Fatigue
June 01, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MBI 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. Ye...
Virtual Fatigue
June 01, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MBI 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. Ye...
Art of the Apothecary: "Reset. Again" 21 Day Cleanse
January 25, 2021 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MBHappy New Year! By a show of hands, how many has started a fast/cleanse but have fell off the wagon? No worries, I understand! With so much going on in the world - sometimes comfort food seems to be the only thing that meets us with open arms. Not always the best for use, because too much of it can have us feeling sluggish and weighed down, which can lead to health issues, weight gain and even depression. Again, no need to fret -- that's the amazing thing about a new day, we get the oppo...
Soul Loveth: Journal the Journey for 2021!!
December 28, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBWhew -- what a year!!!! Hard to even put into words the whirlwind of a year we've had. And not to say that we don't have mountains to climb ahead, but collectively the New Year ushers in a sense and urge to reflect, recap, reassess and realign. What better way to capture and chart your growth but through the Art of Journaling! I'm inviting you to join in on this personal exercise that my family and I have been practicing over 20 something years, Listen in to some of my New Year's Day journa...
Art of the Apothecary: Fall into Wellness
October 14, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.42 MBHey family! The summer vibes are over, days are shorter and sun shine is diminishing fast! Listen in as I give some fall wellness tips and suggestions on ways to cope during the autumn months. Plus here some of the new things we've incorporated at Alabasta! Be well out there, ...
Fall into Wellness
October 14, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.42 MBHey family! The summer vibes are over, days are shorter and sun shine is diminishing fast! Listen in as I give some fall wellness tips and suggestions on ways to cope during the autumn months. Plus here some of the new things we've incorporated at Alabasta! Be well out there, ...
Wellness Check - How y'all doing?!
September 09, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MBHey Family! We're still in a weird place but at least we can move around a lil bit more! Just wanted to check in to see make sure all is well in your world and to keep you all updated on how we're doing over here at Alabasta! Tune in and join the conversation.. Be well out there! Shan
Soul Loveth ~ Episode 1: The Art of Journaling
June 18, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MBWith so much going on in the world, we need a safe place to unpack emotions and thoughts. For myself, that safe place has always been to write. Join me on a 10 day journey of free write and self discovery. Pull out your pen and favorite notebook and gather your thoughts on paper. It my not be pleasant at first - but so much healing is attached to addressing buried thoughts and misplaced emotions. Let's journey through this together... Be Well
Shop Vibes: We're Reopening Soon!!
June 04, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.49 MBWe're so grateful to say we're reopening our boutique/salon on June the 16th! Please listen in on to hear some of the new safety measures and salon flow that will be implemented to give us all peace of mind! We look forward to servicing you ladies soon ~ until then, Be well out there...
Art of the Apothecary : Part 1 ~ Health and Wellness Practices While Sheltering In
May 22, 2020 00:27 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBListen in as Shan have a conversation with (her 21 year old son) Patrick about his wellness routine and mental fortitude during this time of sheltering in. Here they'll touch on the spirit/mind connection with nature and food, how to balance information overload, and over well being. We hope you pick up some tips that'll help you embrace peace, balance and holistic health in this new climate we're living in... Be Well!
Art of the Apothecary : Health and Wellness Practices While Sheltering In
May 22, 2020 00:27 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBListen in as Shan have a conversation with (her 21 year old son) Patrick about his wellness routine and mental fortitude during this time of sheltering in. Here they'll touch on the spirit/mind connection with nature and food, how to balance information overload, and over well being. We hope you pick up some tips that'll help you embrace peace, balance and holistic health in this new climate we're living in... Be Well!
Art of the Apothecary : Part 1 ~Connection with nature and plant based foods
May 22, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 180 MBListen in as I have a conversation with my son Patrick about his wellness routine and mental fortitude during this time of sheltering in. Here we'll touch on the spirit/mind connection with nature and food, how to balance information overload, and over well being. We hope you pick up some tips that'll help you find peace and balance in this new climate we're living in...
Cute & Quarantined: Part 4 - Camera/Conference Call Ready
May 14, 2020 17:03 - 10 minutes - 7.37 MBHey Ladies! Some of us still have to "show" up for work via conference call, video meeting, video interviewing, teaching, birthday parties etc... In this new climate of social distancing, we've somewhat adapted to interacting through telecommunications. Listen in while Shan gives tips and practical advice on how to put your "best face forward" in front of the camera!
Cute & Quarantined: Part 3 ~ To Color Or Not To Color, That Is The Question?
May 06, 2020 03:03 - 11 minutes - 8.22 MBTake a deep breath and Step Away from the permeant hair color at home! "What am I going to do with this gray???" appears to be the hot topic of trying to style your own hair at home. Tune in as Shan gives practical advice on covering gray hair in a safe and healthy way, until you're able to return to the salon.
Cute & Quarantined: Part 3 ~ To Color Or Not To Color, That Is The Question?
May 06, 2020 03:03 - 11 minutes - 8.22 MBTake a deep breath and Step Away from the permeant hair color at home! "What am I going to do with this gray???" appears to be the hot topic of trying to style your own hair at home. Tune in as Shan gives practical advice on covering gray hair in a safe and healthy way, until you're able to return to the salon.
Cute & Quarantined: Part 2 - Practical Tips for Styling Healthy Hair at Home
April 24, 2020 17:45 - 14 minutes - 9.92 MBTransitioning Naturals styling tips to help combat two different textures - and options for wet setting or blow drying.
Cute & Quarantined: Part 1 - Practical Styling Tips For Healthy Hair While Home
April 24, 2020 04:30 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWhen you look good, you feel good! Especially during this time of sheltering in place. Join Shan and Teraneka as they give tips on maintaining your tresses while at home. With so many differnt needs and concerns, this series had to be broken down into four episodes. Listen in, we're sure you'll hear something to help ease your diy styling until the salon is open again! Be Well!
Home Styling Tips for Little Girls
April 13, 2020 03:40 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MB"Shelter In" and take care of your daughter's hair - with everything else on your plate?? Whew! In this episode - join Mother/Daughter stylist team (Shan and Teraneka) as they share ways to help take the load off by giving simple styling and home maintenance solutions for caring for the little "Bitty Bops" tresses. Join the convo -- let us hear your questions or advice to other mom! Be well
New Normal -- Let's Stay Connected
April 06, 2020 01:42 - 7 minutes - 5.27 MBWe miss our clients and customers and wanted to create a way to stay in touch by giving you ladies our "Shop Vibes" virtually!Thanks for tuning in to the Beauty Preparations For Life podcast hosted by Alabasta Wellness Boutique & Salon— check back often for healthy at home hair tips, GreenLivin’ resources and Soul Loveth chats to help us tap deeper into creative gifts! Be Well