I am a saint.⠀ I am a sinner.⠀ I am a queen.⠀ Powerful, like one hand open, ready to receive; the other, a clenched fist, ready to strike if necessary.⠀ I am a fighter; the end all be all.⠀ I am like a rose, beautiful and sharp when touched without permission. ⠀ Photo by Karissa… Continue reading Diosa: A Liberation Prayer
Author: Danellia Arechiga
Danellia is a multidimensional mami to Corrie (9 years old). Danellias medicine is rooted in helping BIPOC return home to themselves through vocal liberation, birth education, and intergenerational healing. She inspires other queer, BIPOC, and large-bodied folks to fully embrace and love themselves as a means to heal the world. Danellia can often be found unschooling with Corrie, creating music with her band The Corner House, producing an episode of her podcast The Embodiment Project, or playing in the So Cal sun. You can find out more about Danellias offerings at www.danelliaarechiga.com.
Body Issues
Listen, I have body issues. I have an issue with how my body is watched, judged, and spoken about.⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have an issue with how my body is policed and taxed simply because I happen to be born with a uterus. I have an issue with how most store-bought clothes don’t fit my long and… Continue reading Body Issues