You Matter Massage & Wellness

Join us for a wellness experience where movement and mindfulness meet art!

Led by C. J. Wade of You Matter Massage & Wellness, this session will introduce participants to the rhythmic and expressive practice of stepping, creating rhythms and visual patterns through the body. Blending guided movement with meditative messaging, this experience draws on South African Gumbo stepping’s roots in communication, confidence, and connection.

Designed for all levels, this program encourages participants to move, reflect, and experience the Museum in a restorative way.

July 11, 11am–12pm
$10 registration on our website

Hey, Community! 🥁

Guess what's happening THIS Saturday... stepping at the Birmingham Museum of Art! 🖼️✨

We're blending rhythm, movement, and mindfulness in a way that'll wake up your body and ground your spirit. Inspired by South African Gumboot stepping: think stomps, claps, rhythm, and connection.

From Birmingham to Jamaica, I've used stepping as a form of self-care and empowerment. Now, it's your turn!

All levels welcome. No experience needed. Just bring your energy and an open mind. 💪🏾

📅 Saturday, July 11th
⏰ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Birmingham Museum of Art
💰 Free for BMA members / $10 for non-members

Let's move together, Birmingham. Your body was made for this. 🥁🤎

Register at artsbma.org : link in bio! 🔗



AI-assisted, reviewed & approved by C.J. 🤎

Listen... we often look for the most complicated ways to "fix" ourselves, but have you checked the dry areas of your life lately? 💧

Hey, Community! It’s time for another round of our Self-Care MasterMind: Community Edition. This month, we’re getting back to the basics because hydration is a non-negotiable part of your healthcare. Period.

Topic: Water Works! Hydrate For Life.

We’re gathering to talk about how simple shifts in our hydration can transform our energy, our skin, and our peace. You deserve to feel restorative from the inside out, and it starts with what's in your glass. HINT: We're talking about more than water.

📅 Tuesday, July 7th
⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 PM
📍 Birmingham Public Library (1st Floor)

Special thanks to for holding space for our wellness journey. 🌿

Are you coming? I can’t wait to see your faces and grow together. Hit the link in my bio to register or learn more. Let’s make wellness a communal responsibility!

Peace & Blessings to your day! ✌🏾

Annually, I walk in what I call the easiest 5K in the world for a great cause.

My body is healing, so I've working back up to my 10,000+ steps. Almost there!

Can't wait to show you medal when it arrives! 🏅💪🏾

What she really wants is a break.

A chance to relax when she wants to.
Gift certificates that do not expire are an answer to that prayer. 🌷

Pro Tip: If you don't want her to receive it via email, send it to yourself then place a printed copy in a lovely card. She'll love it.

Later Post! 📖

Last month, I had the pleasure of speaking about workplace self-care at Birmingham Public Library's Staff Development Day. We giggled a bit, faced some lies, and made some "one-thing" promises to ourselves.

Special thanks to Jim and Roy for the invitation to share and thank you for serving our communities, BPL! You Matter! 💚

This isn’t just a nice idea. There’s research behind it. 👇

When you actively bring attention to what you already have, your mind directs your brain to strengthen neural pathways linked to satisfaction and security. Studies on gratitude show measurable changes in mood regulation, stress response, and long-term wellbeing. The non-conscious mind stores a record of what you’ve survived, built, and been given. When you consciously review it, you reinforce stability instead of chasing the next external upgrade.

Health. Loyalty. Real friendships. Earned wisdom. Integrity. Time with people you love. The ability to think for yourself. 💭

Money can amplify parts of life. It cannot manufacture meaning.

If this resonates, share with someone who makes you feel rich. ❤️

Hey, Community! 👋🏾

Saw this sign after a meeting and said whoa. This is what the mind, body, and spirit keeps saying to some of us and we still don't listen.

Behind me is a parking garage with a downward-sloped entrance. Going too fast could cause injury to you or someone else. When we , we make room for everything to flow better.

What a great reminder. 😉

Peace & Blessings to your day!

Beautiful!

Big news is sprouting in Fountain Heights! Our Heart of the Farm Market & Community Kitchen is almost here. Imagine fresh, heritage veggies, neighbors gathered, and a kitchen filled with laughter. This is more than a market. It's a homegrown movement for food justice and community pride. Want first dibs on opening events and programs? Visit Fountainheightsfarms.com/heart learn more and to donate! 🌱✨