SOL Affirmations with Karega & Felicia

Peace Good People! Today we are processing in real time! This day started out like no other Karega and Felicia have experienced in their 18 plus years of being together. It was a disconnect that carried ramifications throughout the day and had Karega wondering how to process the gamut of feelings that come with the challenge of feeling othered.  While he and Felicia  share the whole story from bot...

Tomorrow is Gratitude Day (or Thanksgiving) and Felicia and Karega reflect on what grief can look like during the holiday period. How does one find gratitude in deep moments of sadness? Is it okay to allow yourself time to grieve while still being thankful? As always, Karega and Felicia process what this has looked like for them, and what they hope anyone who is navigating grief is receiving at th...

Karega and Felicia discuss the complexities of communication. Ensuring that someone feels heard can be more important than simply hearing the words come out when communicating with one another. It is said by many that effective communication requires more listening than talking. They also touch on communication in the workplace, a space that they are still trying to wrap their heads around since t...

Today Karega and Felicia continue their processing of last week's affirmations with new revelations as to how they continue processing grief through time. What changes and challenges have presented themselves as the most difficult to process and what can be done to make sure that one makes it to shore?  As always, thank you all for your love. Thank you for being present on the journey. May we all...

I am a child of answered prayers, and all that I need is within me. Life is happening for me, not to me. And because of this, I will have gratitude in all lessons.  This affirmation is one that Felicia has found herself avoiding as she wrestled around answered prayers. She realizes that this affirmation from Karega's book sits differently for someone sitting in grief which is why she has been stru...

Peace Good People!  Has your phone ever given you a memory collage from years ago? Has it asked you on a scale from one to five if it was difficult to look at? In this episode, Felicia describes what it was like to receive these notifications and how they helped with the grieving process.  As always, thank you all for your love. Thank you for being present on the journey. May we all love more abun...

Peace Good People!  Karega and Felicia process their connectedness in real-time. How has it changed and shifted since Kamaiu's transition and what did it take to get to where they are now? Felicia also shares what her fears were while filming their Black Love Doc interview and how making room for others who have experienced grief and connectedness is what kept her going.  As always, thank you all...

Peace Good People. Kamaiu's second birthday was September 30th. In this episode the couple reflect on how much has changed between her first and second birthday. Plus, Felicia and Karega share how the day itself went and the miracles and blessings that came into their life as they celebrated Kamaiu. As always, thank you all for your love. Thank you for being present on the journey. May we all love...

Peace Good People! In this episode recorded a week before Kamaiu's 2nd birthday, Karega and Felicia reflect on what the week ahead holds for them. With Kamali making her presence known, Felicia and Karega sit in the power of gratitude and what that looks like while still processing grief. Is there room for both? Are you allowed to feel other emotions while also being grateful? Listen in and proces...

Peace Good People! Today Karega and Felicia reflect on Karega's opportunity to open for Erykah Badu. In his first time performing without Felicia on stage beside him, Karega processes what it means to perform as Kamaiu's and Kamali's daddy, what hip-hop and music has allowed him to give, and how love is the one constant to his growth.  As always, thank you all for your love. Thank you being presen...

Peace Good People!  How does social media affect you? Do you often find yourself in the comments taking in every word? Maybe you're comparing yourself to other people and their accomplishments wondering why your path hasn't taken that route? In this episode, Felicia and Karega share their struggles with wanting to feel validated by others and how they are grateful for the challenges social media p...

After two years Felicia has finally found time to do something nice for her best friend that was with her after Kamaiu's birth. As Karega and Felicia (and Executive Producer Kamali) sit down to reflect on what being able to do that meant to her. Feliciaa contemplates what a great feeling it was to make time for her friend, but also notices all the things on her daily list that she didn't accomplis...

As Karega and Felicia were getting ready for the podcast, various things kept them from making the session on time. Felicia quickly found herself a bit frustrated and needing to practice patience. Karega, meaning well, encouraged her to take a deep breath. Felicia finds herself reflecting on that action and the difficulty in practicing patience in challenging moments.  As always, thank you all for...

Peace good people! As Felicia and Karega sit down to reflect on their art show and live podcast from the previous week, they realize that the community that has been with them through their journey through grief were the same ones who showed up for their celebration. Throughout the podcast they reflect on how there were so many parallels between the past and present as they make space to process t...

Peace good people! On Sunday August 15, 2021 Felicia and Karega hosted their first live podcast at The Brickhouse Art & Gallery Complex in Sacramento, CA. The live event also hosted an art installation and a book signing for Felicia's new book. In this recording from the event, Karega and Felicia reflect on their journey with not only the podcast, but their journey through grief. They hold space f...

Peace Good People! Today Karega and Felicia reflect on the power that is held in the present. The present can be one of the most difficult spaces to occupy, but it can also be very liberating. This episode expresses how you can be your biggest cheerleader, understanding how your journey is unique and beautiful, and exploring the emotions and joy of the love you deserve. ======== Karega's new album...

Peace Good People! Today Karega and Felicia (and executive producer Kamali) answer a question from a listener, reflecting on finding beauty on the hard days. How was it shifting through that pain, to now a  journey of happiness? This episode expresses how you can easily overcome what was meant to break you down. ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an Angel Father is now available ! Catch the vi...

Peace Good People! Today Karega and Felicia (and executive producer Kamali) reflects on their journey to Los Angeles during a pandemic. How was it traveling with Kamali while keeping Kamaiu safe in the arms of family? How does the act of traveling, a simple task by most people's standards, shape their perception of patience as parents.  ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an Angel Father is now...

Peace good people! After experiencing a loss, Felicia went through the process of healing her mind and body before enduring the journey of creating another life.  In this episode Karega and Felicia reflect on their experience of going through the birthing process a second time, facing the reality of having a vaginal birth after cesarean, and the fear of loss. ======== Karega's new album Prayers of...

Peace good people! Felicia's latest project, "Mother's investigating Grief's Process", is an artistic telling of her experience as an Angel Mother from beginning through process.  In this episode Karega and Felicia go behind what prompted its creation, the thoughts and the processes in its development, and the people who were key to its existence.   ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an Angel...

Peace Good People! This week, Felicia and Karega reflect on the joy and grief that overwhelmed Felicia's 34th birthday. How does the practice change and what realizations have come to the forefront? What lessons do both experiences share and how do they differ? Listen in as Karega and Felicia process in real time to create a space for everyone.  ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an Angel Fath...

Peace Good People! This week, Felicia and Karega explore the different experiences they have had in parenting Kamaiu and Kamali.  How does the practice change and what realizations have come to the forefront? What lessons do both experiences share and how do they differ? Listen in as Karega and Felicia process in real time to create a space for everyone.  ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an...

Peace Good People! Tomorrow is Felicia and Karega's 9th wedding anniversary!  🔥🔥🔥 The couple reflects on their journey up to now, and how they have grown on their path of love. Plus how have their anniversary plans have changed with a newborn in the house.  ======== Karega's new album Prayers of an Angel Father is now available ! Catch the video for the first single No Weapon Feat. SoLauren & M...

Peace good people! Today Felicia and Karega and supervisor Kamali reflect on this past Father's Day and how Kamaiu has  informed and expanded their vision of love. All of which has helped in navigating this new experience with Kamali. Also, how they have been approaching those who have been wishing Karega a happy first Father's Day even though this is not his first. This year, he is just a father...

Peace good people! Today Felicia and Karega have their long time friend, Yusha Assad, in the studio with them. Karega and Yusha reflect on their time working in school system in DC and how they found a way to not only care for their students, but to each other. When Felicia goes to check on Kamali, Karega and Yusha continue to reminisce on their time together, and how these experiences tailored th...