Thrive in Healing

03/10/2026

This morning I hosted a guest wellness session with the girls at Brighton in their girls group 🤍

And let me just say… the youth are doing the work too🥹

We hear a lot about what’s going wrong with young people, but there are also so many spaces where they’re showing up, reflecting, and growing, sometimes better than the adults 😂

When I got there the girls were ready. We started by talking about what “being well” actually means to us and kicked the morning off by each sharing one thing we’re proud of.

Then we did a “step forward if…” activity and talked about how our habits and reactions can impact our wellness.

Step forward if you’ve ever sent a text quick and later wished you paused first.
Step forward if you’ve ever spent too much time on social media and felt drained after.
Step forward if you’ve ever paused before sending that text and were glad you did.
Step forward if you’ve ever danced, played a sport, or moved your body and felt more confident after.
Step forward if you’ve ever used music to shift your mood.
Step forward if you’ve ever felt better after talking something out with a friend.

It was powerful seeing how many girls stepped forward for the same things. Sometimes we think we’re the only ones dealing with something, but a lot of these experiences are shared.

We also talked about different types of wellness and where emotions show up in the body from head to toe, and how learning to listen to our bodies can help us understand what we’re feeling.

We explored the feelings wheel too and talked about how there are way more emotions than just “good” or “bad.” Learning the language for what we’re actually feeling… and remembering the joy too.

Then we talked about ways we can take care of ourselves and each other.

And of course we closed it out with a little meditation and movement to wake the body up for the day. I always give the kids credit because starting the day this early is real work 😮‍💨

Our young people deserve spaces like this. Shout out to the people creating and holding them. 🤍

02/04/2026

Happy February
Happy Black History Month 🤎

Am I gaslighting y’all if I say it’s almost Spring? We’re almost there ✨☀️

Thank you to everyone who came out to “The Celebration Flow” on 2/2. The energy, the joy, the movement, all of it meant so much.

The rest of February is light and intentional.

✨R&B Restorative Mondays at 6pm in studio to start the week slow with movement, music, and rest.

✨ Sunset & Candlelight Yoga at The Society for a mid week , mid month pause with candlelight, connection, and a refreshing juice to close it out.

This month still isn’t about doing more. Stay consistent.
It’s about choosing ease, presence, and care.

Come as you are 🤍 Link in bio

01/12/2026

How are we doing? Reminder that Winter is a natural pause.

Before the rush of spring, this is a moment to reflect, soften, and release what no longer needs to come with you.

Join us for Thrive in Healing x Pausa Coffee: a Release Ceremony — a collaborative, grounding experience rooted in intention, gathering , and care.

Lisa of Thrive in Healing will guide a gentle yoga and meditation practice, leading into a symbolic release ritual. Together, we’ll write down what we’re letting go of as we prepare to step into 2026. Laura and Lisa will co-facilitate portions of the ceremony, holding space with warmth and intention.

This is a chance to clear space before what’s next.

📍 Pausa Coffee
🗓 This Sunday 1/18 @ 5pm
✨ Link in bio

12/16/2025

This morning’s wellness session at Lincoln with the girls ✨🤎

We talked about the different ways we take care of ourselves and how one area of wellness always impacts another.

Getting our hair done and how that can boost our mental health.
Talking with friends and learning who’s actually healthy for us.
Having a support syatem and what that means, quality over quantity.
Eating the best we can while still enjoying what we love.
Loving on our bodies through the gym, dance, and sports.
Listening to music and being mindful of how what we take in affects us.

We also talked about learning how to pause before we react or send that text, because sometimes the thing we’re tripping over isn’t even worth our time or energy.

I walked the girls through a simple mindfullness and PAUSE technique before reacting.

And we ended the session by sharing one thing we’re proud of from 2025!! Because, the kids did big things too. Guide them to build that self esteem.

Our kids deserve spaces like this to slow down, feel supported, and rest too. ✨🤎

12/03/2025

❄️✨December at Thrive in Healing ✨❄️

Hey ya’ll, the holiday and winter season can bring ALL the feels and that’s okay. Joy and stress, excitement and exhaustion, gratitude and grief… they can co-exist. Winter naturally invites us to slow down, stay in, and take care of ourselves. Your girl is here to remind you: movement, breath, rest, and community are powerful ways to support yourself so come pour into you and get in community with us 💛
If you’re staying inside , our YouTube is live as well. All links in bio.

R&B Restorative Mondays | 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29 @ 6 PM (Studio)
Mondays can feel heavy, especially during the holiday season. Let’s slow down together. Move with music, tap into rest, and take time for yourself. Affirm: “I reclaim my time and prioritize rest.” Props and support included.

Empowered: Vinyasa Flow | 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, @ 6 PM (Studio)
A mid-week flow to explore strength, balance, and space to grow. Challenge your body, ground your mind, and move with intention, perfect for staying centered amid holiday busyness.

Sunset & Candlelight Yoga | 12/10 @ 6 PM
It’s time for our monthly meet-up at The Society! Join us for a gentle mid-week reset to unwind, recharge, and connect. Flow by candlelight, release tension, and stay after for a refreshing post-yoga juice.

The holidays can be joyful but also hectic—this month, let’s slow down, show up for ourselves, and take care of our minds, bodies, and hearts. Links in bio ✨ see you soon!

11/27/2025

It’s that time of year again! Gentle Reminders and Humor for the Holiday Season ✨

The holidays can bring up feelings of grief or isolation. It’s important to be kind to yourself during this time. Surround yourself with loved ones whether it’s chosen family, friends, or community or take time to pour back into you.

A few things to remember:

Ask for support when you need it. It’s okay to lean on others.
Set boundaries around what you want (or don’t want) to discuss.
Create new traditions that bring you peace and joy.
Prioritize self-care and take moments for yourself amidst the festivities.

Take it one day at a time, and be gentle with your heart. Happy Holidays yall! Sending love ❤️

11/19/2025

Every time I teach at a school in the morning I think… we really used to get up this early for the bus? These kids are doing so much before most people even open their eyes. Give them some grace. You never know what they’re carrying.

This morning I taught yoga to another group of middle school girls and we talked about listening to our bodies, using our breath, speaking up for what we need, and making changes from love instead of shame.

Kids need restorative practices, not just punishment. They need tools. They need adults who will slow down, teach them, love on them, and show them healthier ways to move through their feelings.

Yoga looks different on everyone, especially for us as women of color. Working with these girls brings me so much joy. Helping them see that their bodies know, their voices matter, and they’re worthy of moving from love feels like planting something that will stay with them.

11/08/2025

✨ November at Thrive in Healing ✨
R&B Restorative Mondays | 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 @ 6 PM (Studio)
Mondays can feel heavy. Let’s slow down together. Move with music, tap into rest, and take time for yourself. Affirm: “I reclaim my time and prioritize rest.” Props and support included.

Sunset & Candlelight Yoga | 11/12 @ 6:30 PM
It’s time for our monthly meet up at The Society! Join us for a gentle mid-week reset to unwind, recharge, and connect. Flow by candlelight, release tension, and stay after for a refreshing post-yoga juice

Empowered: Vinyasa Flow | 11/19 & 11/26 @ 6 PM (Studio)
A mid-week flow to explore strength, balance, and space to grow. Challenge your body, ground your mind, and move with intention

Yoga for Community Care Fundraiser | 11/15 @ 11 AM (Cafe Sankofa)
When we say wellness is a birthright and that includes nourishing food and community care. Move, breathe, and nurture yourself while supporting families in need through . Pay what you can and donate any amount even if you can’t attend 💛

This month let’s slow down, show up for ourselves, and care for one another. Link in bio ✨

11/08/2025

11/08/2025

Every year we host the Community Care Cart Fund to support families in need and this year, we’ve added something new 🧘🏽‍♀️
At Thrive in Healing, we

With everything happening around SNAP benefits and food assistance, this support is more crucial than ever. At Thrive in Healing, we believe wellness is a birthright and includes access to nourishing food, rest, safety, and community care.

Join us for a Yoga for Community Care class and nurture yourself while giving back. All contributions support , helping families access healthy food and wellness resources.

You can sign up and donate any amount to support, even if you don’t plan to attend the yoga class. 💛

Link in bio ✨

08/23/2025

August & September are full of spaces to breathe, move, and connect. Here’s what’s coming up ✨
(link in bio to reserve your spot and get all the details!)

✨R&B Restorative Soul Flow – Mondays
Affirmation: I reclaim my time & prioritize rest. We hold this on Mondays on purpose—because you deserve more than starting your week stressed. Think movement, music, props for support, and a space to just be.

✨Thrive Women’s Healing Circle: “Transitions”
Looking for a space to soften? To not have to hold it all in? This circle is for women of color craving community and care. Expect gentle movement, a sound bath, journaling, and honest conversation around life’s transitions. Light refreshments provided.

✨Yoga + Sound Bath
So excited for this one! The Society is brand new in downtown Syracuse—a stunning social space designed for connection, creativity, and pause. Think: gorgeous interiors, curated drinks, and an atmosphere that feels like a getaway. We’ll flow, we’ll drop into deep sound healing, and then you can linger, connect, and soak in the vibe of this new spot.

✨Rooftop Yoga: Summer Send Off
Rooftop season is our favorite! I know ya’ll, it’s coming to an end and we’re closing it out with yoga, sound healing, and a sunset social hour. Let’s send summer off right.

Which one are you joining? 💛

08/09/2025

Passion “work” lately ✨

I am so grateful to be a graduate of this program, so it was an honor to return to .cant.fail .—this time as a facilitator— virtually holding space for Black and women of color leaders to reclaim their time and redefine success on their own terms. We explored the courage it takes to pivot, the power of choosing rest, and the freedom that comes when we release who the world told us we had to be. Unlearning and taking your power back can be deep work but its worth it, keep going with Grace (Thank you for singing with me too)

S/o to for having me join in on a workshop with some great kids from Interfaith. We talked about how mental, physical, and reproductive health intertwine—and how intimacy is so much more than physical. We explored intimacy with ourselves, with friends, and with the people we can truly talk to. We discussed how to identify safe connections, why those relationships matter, and how they directly impact our mental health. The conversation was culturally relevant, honest, and real that normalized these topics in a way that goes far beyond “sex ed.”

In yoga offerings, the yoga and coloring collab with was FUN! Yoga is not just stretching—it’s creativity, movement, and freedom. We tapped into the power to birth new ideas, thoughts, movements, art, and more. Survival mode can stifle that power, silencing our voice and stiffening our movement. So we moved, sang, breathed, connected, colored, expressed, and celebrated.

And today, I shared part of my “Empowering Teams, Fostering Wellness” workshop with the new board at the D.O.P.E. assessment which is a fun, easy to understand personality tool based on the DISC model that helps people identify how they lead. It opens up conversation about communication styles, strengths, and blind spots, making it easier for teams to work together with more understanding and respect. It was beautiful to watch them laugh, learn, and discover more about themselves and each other as they build the foundation for their work together. Congrats to this team and thank you for the work you do!!