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Day 6 Sensuality

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The manifestation of #BlackGirlMagic is when black women gather to affirm each other while  unleashing and cultivating their inner Goddess. I spent my Sunday afternoon indulging in this magic with  @FEMMMAGIC founder Maat Petrova  who brought her signature Womb Magic Healing Retreat to NYC. 

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

FEMMMAGIC is a women’s lifestyle brand that provides a holistic approach to women’s health, focused on sexual wellness, psycho-emotional balance, spirituality and physical health. I’ve been following Maat and watching her journey on Instagram and her message has always resonated with me.  She’s equal parts Trini girl from Brooklyn mixed with medicine woman. She twerks, makes put put elixirs, empowers her daughters, and breaks down the intersection of spirituality and sensuality. 

I was excited to finally meet her and experience her work in person! 

Before the workshop, Maat encouraged all participants to, “Come dressed representing the Goddess you are. What does your higher self- goddess look like? Yes come as her.” She set all of us up for the journey we would embark on over the course of the day. Throughout the retreat, we flowed through different modalities of awakening the Divine Feminine Magic within including : Sensual Yoga & dancing, Holistic sexuality,  Womb healing & visualization Meditation, Feminine Sexual Health,  A Yoni Egg info session and vegan food. The retreat ended with each woman experiencing a breakthrough.

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

My favorite part of the day was the sisterhood work. Maat guided us through breathing exercises and a release ritual. We did a reflection exercise where we stared into our partners eyes for about 5 minutes to simply acknowledge the goddess within them. While still  looking into each other’s eyes, we each said, “Sister, I have something to release.” Next, we told each other, “ Sister, I have something to tell you.” I told my partner that I saw the God in her. She thanked me with tears in her eyes.  

It feels so good to affirm another black woman!

The releasing session continued in our  group discussions, where echoes of women revealed the deeply rooted issues that held them back from fully embracing their femininity and pleasure. Confessioions ranged from sexual abuse, breaking generational curses, toxic mother daughter relationships, control issues, pouring into other’s from empty cups, losing children and falling into bad situations due to lack of self love. In all of this, Maat reminded us that in order for us to cultivate our sensual self, we must first forgive past traumas and empower ourselves by doing the inner work first. This is the premise of healing, feeling and revealing your Femminine Magic. You can simply start with acknowledging your  feelings, knowing whatever you feel is ok. Own it, learn from it,  grow through it then reverse it by saying positive affirmations to yourself. 

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

True self-preservation is an important part of the art of feeling and being sensual. If you don’t take care of your inner-self, create boundaries for your peace of mind and get in tune with your spirit, you will NOT be able to express your most sensual self.  

Maat also schooled us on the ailments and PH imbalances that women experience with their wombs and vagina are due to diet and emotional blockages. She introduced her plant based herbal formulas  that serve as healthy alternatives to the mainstream chemical filled feminie products that cause a host of vaginal and womb issues. Learn more about VagElixer, COOCHEEWAA and her other Feminine nurturing  products here.  Gentle Reminder- A plant based p*ssy is a healthy pussy. 

Through FEMMMAGIC, I’m learning  that denying yourself the ability to feel comfortable about your sensuality and sexuality is denying yourself a part of your divine feminine powers. There is nothing taboo, perverse, or disgusting about owning a god given part of your nature. Women should live feeling sexy and sensual and feminine… it’s our divine nature.  

Writers Note: I asked Maat to give me a practical  tip for nurturing the goddess within at home. She said, “Throw on some red lipstick.  Turn on some sexy music, get in front of a mirror, and sway those hips. Admire yourself, touch yourself tell yourself you’re beautiful; you’re sexy; you’re worthy; you’re more than enough and highly loved goddesses. This is the Era of the Feminine. Now is your time. ASE!”

For More Information, go to: www.femmagic.com

Love,
Empress

 

 

August 7, 2019

31 Days of Sensuality Day 6: Divine Femininity & Sisterhood

https://madamenoire.com/1090261/31-days-of-sensuality-day-6-divine-femininity/

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: iOneDigital

The manifestation of #BlackGirlMagic is when black women gather to affirm each other while  unleashing and cultivating their inner Goddess. I spent my Sunday afternoon indulging in this magic with  @FEMMMAGIC founder Maat Petrova  who brought her signature Womb Magic Healing Retreat to NYC. 

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

FEMMMAGIC is a women’s lifestyle brand that provides a holistic approach to women’s health, focused on sexual wellness, psycho-emotional balance, spirituality and physical health. I’ve been following Maat and watching her journey on Instagram and her message has always resonated with me.  She’s equal parts Trini girl from Brooklyn mixed with medicine woman. She twerks, makes put put elixirs, empowers her daughters, and breaks down the intersection of spirituality and sensuality. 

I was excited to finally meet her and experience her work in person! 

Before the workshop, Maat encouraged all participants to, “Come dressed representing the Goddess you are. What does your higher self- goddess look like? Yes come as her.” She set all of us up for the journey we would embark on over the course of the day. Throughout the retreat, we flowed through different modalities of awakening the Divine Feminine Magic within including : Sensual Yoga & dancing, Holistic sexuality,  Womb healing & visualization Meditation, Feminine Sexual Health,  A Yoni Egg info session and vegan food. The retreat ended with each woman experiencing a breakthrough.

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

My favorite part of the day was the sisterhood work. Maat guided us through breathing exercises and a release ritual. We did a reflection exercise where we stared into our partners eyes for about 5 minutes to simply acknowledge the goddess within them. While still  looking into each other’s eyes, we each said, “Sister, I have something to release.” Next, we told each other, “ Sister, I have something to tell you.” I told my partner that I saw the God in her. She thanked me with tears in her eyes.  

It feels so good to affirm another black woman!

The releasing session continued in our  group discussions, where echoes of women revealed the deeply rooted issues that held them back from fully embracing their femininity and pleasure. Confessioions ranged from sexual abuse, breaking generational curses, toxic mother daughter relationships, control issues, pouring into other’s from empty cups, losing children and falling into bad situations due to lack of self love. In all of this, Maat reminded us that in order for us to cultivate our sensual self, we must first forgive past traumas and empower ourselves by doing the inner work first. This is the premise of healing, feeling and revealing your Femminine Magic. You can simply start with acknowledging your  feelings, knowing whatever you feel is ok. Own it, learn from it,  grow through it then reverse it by saying positive affirmations to yourself. 

Day 6 Sensuality

Source: @mrwilliamellis / @mrwilliamellis

True self-preservation is an important part of the art of feeling and being sensual. If you don’t take care of your inner-self, create boundaries for your peace of mind and get in tune with your spirit, you will NOT be able to express your most sensual self.  

Maat also schooled us on the ailments and PH imbalances that women experience with their wombs and vagina are due to diet and emotional blockages. She introduced her plant based herbal formulas  that serve as healthy alternatives to the mainstream chemical filled feminie products that cause a host of vaginal and womb issues. Learn more about VagElixer, COOCHEEWAA and her other Feminine nurturing  products here.  Gentle Reminder- A plant based p*ssy is a healthy pussy. 

Through FEMMMAGIC, I’m learning  that denying yourself the ability to feel comfortable about your sensuality and sexuality is denying yourself a part of your divine feminine powers. There is nothing taboo, perverse, or disgusting about owning a god given part of your nature. Women should live feeling sexy and sensual and feminine… it’s our divine nature.  

Writers Note: I asked Maat to give me a practical  tip for nurturing the goddess within at home. She said, “Throw on some red lipstick.  Turn on some sexy music, get in front of a mirror, and sway those hips. Admire yourself, touch yourself tell yourself you’re beautiful; you’re sexy; you’re worthy; you’re more than enough and highly loved goddesses. This is the Era of the Feminine. Now is your time. ASE!”

For More Information, go to: www.femmagic.com

Love,
Empress

 

 


August 6, 2019

Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu debut at D23

http://www.thenerdelement.com/2019/08/05/disney-espn-and-hulu-debut-at-d23/

Disney properties will be in full effect come D23, and I for one could not be more excited. Disney+ is one of Disney’s new streaming services that will be available in November. This streaming service as a competitor to Netflix will be priced at 6.99 and offer new content as well as access to Disney’s ever-growing chamber of movies and TV. This is one of the things I a most excited for at D23. If I can force them to take my money for a year I will give it to them gladly.

Check out the release of Disney streaming panels below courtesy of D23.com. Will you be attending? Let us know in the comments.

Disney+ First Look Showcase
Friday, August 23, 3:30 p.m., Hall D23

Fans won’t want to miss this exclusive preview of Disney+ and its exciting slate of original films and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. Yvette Nicole Brown (Lady and the TrampElena of Avalor) will host this star-studded presentation packed with never-before-seen content, surprise guests, performances, and reveals, including a first look at Lady and the TrampThe MandalorianHigh School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and many more.

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Sneak Peek Screening and Panel
Friday, August 23, 5:30 p.m., D23 Arena

Before the global phenomenon returns in a brand-new series on Disney+, Expo guests are invited to a special advance screening of the first episode and panel with the talented new cast on the arena stage.

Disney+ Pavilion

On the Expo show floor, the Disney+ Pavilion will offer guests demonstrations of the live Disney+ app as experienced across mobile and connected TV devices, showcasing the unprecedented collection of entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. Guests will also see costumes and props from Disney+ Originals and have the opportunity to subscribe to the service with a special offer available exclusively to Expo attendees and D23 Members.

Hulu Pavilion

The Hulu Pavilion will be home to more than 20 iconic costumes and artifacts, including the famous red robe worn by the likes of Elisabeth Moss in The Handmaid’s Tale, paintings featured in season one of Castle Rock, and George Clooney’s Catch-22 costume. In addition to costumes, visitors to the interactive exhibit will be able to get a closer look at show props from upcoming Hulu Originals like Little Fires Everywhere and select shows found in Hulu’s streaming library, such as The Good DoctorBrooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Goldbergs.

Disney+ Pavilion Stage Programming

Additionally, the Disney+ Pavilion Stage will host three full days of panels, highlighting the service’s diverse originals and its collection of beloved movies and shows, along with special ESPN+ panel programming.

Friday, August 23

10 a.m.            ESPN+ Presents Peyton’s Places Special Screening and NFL 100th Anniversary Trivia

12 p.m.            Walt Disney Animation Studios Panel with Eric Goldberg and Mark Henn

12:30 p.m.       The World According to Jeff Goldblum Q&A with Jeff Goldblum

1:15 p.m.         Phineas and Ferb Conversation with Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh

Saturday, August 24

10 a.m.            ESPN+ Presents SneakerCenter Panel moderated by show director Bobbito Garcia

11 a.m.            ESPN+ Presents SneakerCenter Demonstration by Mr. Cartoon

12 p.m.            Stargirl Performance and Panel

1 p.m.              The Simpsons Trivia with Yeardley Smith

1:15 p.m.         Marvel’s Hero Project Panel with Sana Amanat, Sarah Amos and Stephen Wacker

2:30 p.m.         Forky Asks a Question and Lamp Life Creative Panel with Val LaPointe, Bob Peterson, Mark Nielsen, and Marc Sondheimer

3 p.m.              Secret Society of Second Born Royals Q&A with Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Skylar Astin

Sunday, August 25

10:45 a.m.       Prop Culture Movie Prop Showcase and Q&A with Dan Lanigan, Jason Henry, Tony Swatton, and Fon Davis

11:15 a.m.       Be Our Chef Games with Angela Kinsey

12 p.m.            Monsters At Work Behind-the-Scenes Presentation with Bobs Gannaway and Ferrell Barron

12:45 p.m.       The Imagineering Story Conversation with Leslie Iwerks and Bob Weis

1:15 p.m.         Short Circuit Creative Panel

3:30 p.m.         Pixar’s SparkShorts Screening

5 p.m.              ESPN+ Hosted DJ Wrap

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August 6, 2019

Alicia Silverstone to Star in the Live-Action ‘Baby-Sitters Club’ Adaptation

https://blackgirlnerds.com/alicia-silverstone-to-star-in-the-live-action-baby-sitters-club-adaptation/

The Baby-Sitters Club, based on the book of the same name about the ideals of entrepreneurialism and female friendship comes to the small screen on Netflix.

Today it was announced Alicia Silverstone (Clueless) and Mark Feuerstein (Royal Pains) have been cast in the upcoming live-action series. In the series adaptation, Silverstone will play Elizabeth Thomas-Brewer, the mother of Kristy Thomas and love interest of Watson Brewer, played by Feuerstein.

Based on Ann M. Martin’s best-selling book series, The Baby-Sitters Club is a contemporary original series that will follow the friendship and babysitting adventures of five best friends -Kristy Thomas, Mary Anne Spier, Claudia Kishi, Stacey McGill, and Dawn Schafer – in Stoneybrook, Connecticut.

The first season of the series will run as a 10-episode order.

Production has begun on the single-camera family show in Vancouver and no other casting announcements have been made as of yet. This includes tertiary characters like Jessi Ramsey.

 


August 6, 2019

Things We Saw Today: The Little Mermaid Live Is Coming to ABC With an Unreal Cast

https://www.themarysue.com/the-little-mermaid-live-coming-to-abc/

Ariel and Prince Eric making heart eyes at each other because plot

ABC is bringing another musical to live televised life this November. The Wonderful World of Disney will present The Little Mermaid Live on November 5, and the cast looks absolutely amazing.

Auli’i Cravalho (the voice of Moana‘s Moana) will star as Ariel, with Queen Latifah co-starring as sea witch Ursula. Shaggy, a reggae and pop star, will play Sebastian. ABC released a first look at their set on Good Morning America.

Between this and the upcoming live-action Little Mermaid, we’re getting lots of content for one of the most popular Disney projects. The live musical will blend songs from the movie and the Broadway musical (which sounds an awful lot like the Broadway musical, which included songs from the film). The rest of the cast has not been announced, but hopefully this will turn out to be one of the more watchable televised musicals that have been performed recently.

Cravalho is a perfect Ariel, and Queen Latifah will absolutely knock it out of the park.

(image: Disney)

  • E3 Expo accidentally leaks the personal information of journalists who attended the event. (via Kotaku)
  • Ruby Rose talks about a scene in Batwoman that deals with “don’t ask, don’t tell.” (via Variety)
  • Netflix cancels The OA after two seasons. (via The Hollywood Reporter)
  • Beto O’Rourke calls the sitting president what he is. (vita Twitter)

  • Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are teaming up for an Amazon series. (via Tor.com)
  • The New York Times apparently thinks there are good white supremacists, which is an oxymoron. (via Law and Crime)

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