I’m back! After a long summer away, I return feeling softer, clearer, and more grounded. I gave myself permission to rest, relax, and do some much-needed inner work. This summer was not just a pause from routine—it was a season of questioning, realignment, and gentle rediscovery.

Over these past months, I allowed the universe to guide me. I watched a dear friend begin her initiation into Ifá, and while I felt deep pride for her journey, it also reminded me that it wasn’t mine. I’ve never been someone who thrives under strict rules or rigid traditions. Instead, I continue to walk a path that feels free, fluid, and open to the ways spirit speaks to me.

I leaned further into my mediumship practice and realized how much more connected I’ve become. Still, one question kept circling back: “Will you do readings professionally?” And each time, my answer was clear—no. For me, these connections are sacred. I want to keep the doorway open to spirit, but I don’t feel called to make it my profession.

This summer also brought me back to myself in gentle ways. I practiced compassion, not only for others but for myself too. I gave myself permission to slow down. Playing the drums outdoors brought me incredible peace, but even that I set aside for now, choosing instead to honor rest in its purest form.

I reconnected with old friends, even some from college, and felt the joy of shared memories and renewed bonds. I traveled, spent time with family, and embraced the simplicity of being present. These moments filled me with gratitude and reminded me that connection—whether with others, with spirit, or with self—is what nourishes the soul most deeply.

This summer gave me exactly what I needed: space. Space to ask questions, to pause, to listen, and to soften. I return with a heart that is both lighter and stronger, ready to see where the next season takes me.