Liberation

The Spirit of New Beginnings – Lessons from the Haitian Revolution and Shamanic Practices for Liberation

The start of a New Year holds a universal meaning—a symbolic blank page inviting us to step forward with intention. Yet, for many of us, the weight of exhaustion, trauma, or fear can make this new beginning feel like an impossible task.

In my book, Born Out of Fear, I share a powerful reminder:

“The epic story of tomorrow can’t be written if it ends today.”

This quote carries the spirit of the Haitian Revolution, where freedom wasn’t simply handed over—it was seized through relentless courage and unyielding resilience. 🇭🇹 Against unimaginable violence, emotional exhaustion, and deep fear, our ancestors kept fighting.

But their fight wasn’t only physical; it was profoundly spiritual and emotional. Through shamanic rituals deeply rooted in Vodou traditions, our ancestors sought not just physical liberation but also emancipation of the mind and spirit. 🌿🔥

Rituals using sacred herbs, rhythmic drumming, trance states, and ancestral invocations allowed them to release fear, reclaim clarity, and channel strength from the unseen world. These practices remind us that true freedom begins within before it manifests without.

As we step into this New Year, let us not only aim to release fear and doubt but also take a moment to understand their roots. Let us ask:

• Where did this fear originate?

• Whose voice planted this doubt in me?

• What pain or misconception am I carrying that no longer serves me?

When we face these questions with courage, something magical happens—the misconceptions, assumptions, and pain tied to these emotions begin to evaporate. They lose their power over us. We begin to see that fear is often a shadow cast by stories we’ve been told or experiences we’ve endured.

Only then can we truly release these chains, not just superficially but from the depths of our spirit.

As we welcome this New Year, let us embrace the legacy of our ancestors—not just in their fight for physical freedom but in their deep understanding that true liberation begins in the mind and spirit.

📚 Explore more about resilience, healing, and the journey to liberation in my book, Born Out of Fear—a guide to reclaiming your mind, body, and spirit.

This year, let’s ask ourselves:

What chains do I need to break?

What story am I ready to write?

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