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When The Ancestors Speak
This thread is for the classroom lesson on "When The Ancestors Speak" which can be found in our classroom here, for the full details. For those who have completed the course, this post is your opportunity to share your reflections.
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My ancestors began communicating with me before I even knew who they were. In my youth, their messages appeared in my dreams, and visions. It frightened me because I didn't understand their meaning. My intuition is strong.. As my colleague says, “You always be knowing.” 😄 Beyond dreams and visions, I feel their presence— a touch on my shoulder, a gentle breeze across the back of my neck, a coolness. I call “coincidences” like people mentioning the same thing— a sacred Odu or Bible verse, their subtle signals, a wink of the eye, reassuring me that I am exactly where I need to be. I refer to these moments as “Confirmation of my path.” Even when I’m disconnected, caught up in busyness, or rushing through life, I sometimes receive their signs through my daughter's dreams, reminding me of their enduring presence, guidance and protection.
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Ifa, Nature, and the Sacred Power of Friendship
In Yoruba wisdom, friendship is considered the highest form of human relationship—above marriage, above blood ties, even above the bond between mother and child. That idea stopped me in my tracks. In the spiritual classroom of King’s Circle, there’s an audio interview I recorded in 2007 with Professor Wande Abimbola, one of the world’s leading authorities on Ifa and Yoruba culture, and the author of Ifa Can Mend Our Broken World. If you haven’t heard it, it’s available under the article “Ifa: The Path of Wisdom.” The teachings he shared then are still relevant today. One of the core principles Professor Abimbola speaks about is that Ifa is the worship of nature. In this worldview, nature is often regarded as greater than human beings. Humans themselves are considered divine—but only to a certain extent. Humility before life is built into the system. Another teaching he shared has stayed with me for years: in Yoruba culture, friendship is the pinnacle of human relationships. Friendship, he explained, helps us plan how to become successful in life. I’ve reflected deeply on why this might be so. My own sense is that a true friend may sometimes care more about your happiness than even a spouse. A friend is often less invested in defining you—and more invested in your freedom. They may support your growth, your becoming, and your authenticity without needing to possess or limit you. Which brings me to you. Why do you think friendship holds such an elevated place in Yoruba culture?And more personally what role has friendship played in your own becoming? I’d love to hear your reflections. If you’d like, I can also:
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When I first heard Professor Wande Abimbola speak about friendship in the interview, I felt a wave of sadness. I immediately thought of my closest friend, whom I lost last year. Our bond spanned elementary school through to adulthood—through marriage, divorce, childbirth, raising children, and watching them grow into adults. We supported each other through personal struggles and family challenges. Nothing compares to that connection. She knew me better than anyone else on Earth, and together we watched each other grow and overcome life’s hurdles. I believe friendship is highly valued in Yoruba culture because these relationships reveal who we truly are—where we learn, laugh, cry, celebrate, and find unconditional love at its deepest level. So I am letting my sadness be replaced with the gratitude of having a 44 year friendship. 🙏🏾🥰
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Can Financial Growth and Spiritual Growth Coexist?
After I sent out my last newsletter, someone replied with this: “I question whether an interest in financial growth and spiritual evolvement are compatible objectives. You might reflect on this.” I get comments like this from time to time. There’s a deeply rooted belief that if we talk about money, wealth, or financial growth, we must be abandoning our spirituality. That belief is exactly why I’m glad the author of Overcoming Financial Trauma, Rahkim Sabree, is speaking in the King’s Circle on January 17 at 12 PM PST / 3 PM EST. Rahkim is a leading voice in financial wellness. He writes for Forbes and has been featured in The New York Times for his work at the intersection of money, mental health, and personal development. He’ll be sharing insights and perspectives around money, healing, and awareness. For me, conversations about finance and wealth creation aren’t about greed. They’re about stability. How do we live more stable, grounded, and fulfilling lives? Spiritual communities often avoid honest conversations about money. Yet the reality is this: many of us are stressed about our financial situation. And living in constant financial stress is harmful to our health, our relationships, and our ability to fully show up in life. So, I’m curious—what questions do you hope to explore with Rahkim in this conversation? If you’d like to go deeper ahead of time, consider supporting his work by purchasing Overcoming Financial Trauma. Supporting his book helps amplify important conversations like this within our community. This is a dialogue worth having—openly and honestly.
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Yes, to me it is also about stability and grounding. The universe is abundant, and I believe abundance is our birth right. I am beginning to learn that finances are a flow of energy, and our relationship affects this flow. I had not been in a good relationship with money and finances, and have a lot fear around it, which I began to address and it provided a better flow of energy, not just money but resources and knowledge. I'm looking forward to the discussion and learning, I am also going to get the book. Thank you Baba @James Weeks .
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The Power of the Round Path
I just saw a quote from Black Elk, and it made me reflect on the significance of what we are building in our own circle. We have the opportunity to create a sacred ecosystem that addresses real-world concerns. We can do this by showing up with who we are and with our gifts. The journey of creating this circle has already taught me so much—especially about the power of partnership. It’s shown me, again and again, that we can’t get very far alone. We need each other. "You have noticed that everything a Native American does is in a circle, and that is because the Power of the World always works in circles, and everything tries to be round. The Sky is round, and I have heard that the earth is round like a ball and so are all the stars. The wind, in its greatest power, whirls. Birds make their nest in circles, for theirs is the same religion as ours. Even the seasons form a great circle in their changing and always come back again to where they were. The life of a man is a circle from childhood to childhood, and so it is in everything where power moves.” — Black Elk I’m curious—what does a circle mean to you, and how do you experience its power in your own life?
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I love this! This summer, Ifa said I have done well on my own but need to reach out to others. The Babalawo instructed me to pick up all my ikin with my pointer finger. Of course, it's impossible. 😄But it showed how important it is to have a team, a squad, and partnerships. I used to co-host a women circle in my home and the wisdom, knowledge and healing that came through was incredible! I am grateful for the Kings ⭕I am already impressed and inspired! by this sacred ecosystem that is being co-created. It is forcing me to come out of my shell, share more of myself, and learn from others' experiences and perspectives. 🙏🏾
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The King's Mission – Reflection Thread
This thread is for the classroom lesson on "The King's Mission" which can be found here. For those who have completed the course, we invite you to share your reflections.
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There are several things that Baba said that truly resonate with my spirit. “the only choice is to move forward with what Spirit has asked of you.” “Every heartbreak, every delay, every detour wasn’t punishment — it was preparation.” “that the creative path I was walking was also the doorway to my purpose and evolution.” “The king’s call was never about speed —it was about surrender.” On October 5, 2020, I was found collapsed in front of my shrine, unconscious and unresponsive. I was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, where my blood sugar was measured at just 30. The following year brought heartbreak—losing my mom in December 2021, followed by my dad in January 2022. In February 2022, I took on the challenge of caring for my aunt, who has dementia. It was a tumultuous, difficult period in my life. Before my parents fell ill, my father and I had discussed my moving out of state. I was working remotely, and I realized my dollars would stretch further elsewhere. I began researching options and made a list. After all the chaos, I revisited the idea, consulted Ifa, and prayed to my ancestors. Their guidance led me to Greenville, South Carolina. Next April marks three years since I closed on my home here. When I made the offer, I believed I’d be working remotely, but the policy against out-of-state remote work went into effect shortly after I bought the house. Having been with UC for ten years, I was at a loss about what to do. I knew my ancestors brought me this far for a reason—I refused to give up. I decided to take the summer off and look for a new job in September. I updated my LinkedIn profile, and in June, I was recruited by my current employer—without even actively searching. I’ve been healthy and happy here in Greenville, embracing the unexpected turns my life took. As Baba said, my “only choice (was) to move forward with what Spirit has asked…” “Every heartbreak, every delay, every detour wasn't punishment — it was preparation.” “The path I was walking was also the doorway to my purpose and evolution.”
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