While I believe every culture holds wisdom worth honoring year-round, this month gives us space to pause and intentionally acknowledge the depth, resilience, and contributions of Black culture. One of the most powerful threads throughout Black history is the use of music and sound as a source of regulation, connection, survival, and healing. Through generations of struggle and resistance, music was never surrendered. It became prayer, protest, comfort, and community. Today, in honor of Black History Month, I’m sharing my first short sound bath video. My hope is that it offers a moment of rest, grounding, and gentle soothing for your nervous system. May it meet you where you are. 🤍

On hard days, look for blissful moments. Bliss isn’t happiness. It's the moments that don’t ask anything of you. A sip of something warm. Sunlight on your face. A deep exhale you didn’t realize you were holding. And if you have trouble finding blissful moments, take a walk with a six-year-old. They will find ladybugs and inchworms, the tiniest of flowers, and watch squirrels and chipmunks play. That is what teaches us to slow down and just breathe. When life feels heavy, stop looking for big breakthroughs. Look for the soft interruptions. They’re how your nervous system remembers it’s allowed to rest. Where do you find your blissful moments?

🌿 Welcome to Circle of Mindful Healing 🌿 I’m really glad you’re here. This community is a gentle space for slowing down, reconnecting, and tending to your nervous system through art, movement, sound, reflection, and shared humanity. New here? Begin with the Start Here: Orientation to learn how this space works and how to use it in a way that feels supportive rather than overwhelming. There’s no pressure to introduce yourself right away. If and when you’re ready, you’re welcome to share a little about yourself below, or simply say hello. Quiet presence is welcome here, too. Move at your own pace. Rest is allowed. You belong here. Lei Rhyne 🤍 The Barefoot Counselor Founder, Circle of Mindful Healing

This video was originally meant to be an introduction to expressive art therapy — how it helps with anxiety, regulation, and the release of control. But in light of recent events and the collective grief many of us are carrying, it didn’t feel right to move forward without naming what’s happening around us. This video is an invitation to slow down, to witness what you’re carrying, and to remember that care, expression, and connection matter especially now.

Hey loves 🤍 I want to check in and say I’m sorry I’ve been a bit quiet this past week. A family emergency came up, and we’re still navigating doctor appointments and schedules. We are okay, and I’m taking things one step at a time. Thank you for your patience and your presence here. This space matters to me, and I’m grateful to be back with you.