Thanksgiving Soulful Connection

As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself filled with profound gratitude for each of you—my clients and community at Revived Soul Wellness. Your commitment to your healing journey, your courage in facing deep-rooted challenges, and your openness in sharing these moments of transformation are both inspiring and humbling. It’s a privilege and an honor to witness your growth, to be trusted with your stories, and to walk alongside you as you reclaim your peace, power, and purpose.

This season, my heart overflows with thanks for the resilience you embody, the dedication you show to breaking cycles, and the compassion you extend to yourselves and others along the way. Your journey is unique and sacred, and each step you take toward wholeness is a reminder of the power of community, care, and connection. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this powerful work. Together, we’re redefining healing, and this Thanksgiving, I celebrate each of you for the light you bring to this path.

We Go Together Real Bad, and in this, we find strength, renewal, and hope. Thank you for being here, for showing up for yourselves, and for inspiring this journey toward collective liberation and wellness.

"We Go Together Real Bad"

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Revived Soul Wellness embraces the theme We Go Together Real Bad, celebrating not just togetherness but a deeper, soulful connection that roots us to our ancestors, our community, and each other.

Thanksgiving is traditionally a time to gather and reflect, but for those on a healing journey, it can also be a powerful moment to reclaim connection and redefine gratitude. We Go Together Real Bad speaks to the undeniable bonds that bring us back to ourselves, no matter where life has taken us. Whether it’s gathering around a table or through words of affirmation, traditions, and acts of care, this Thanksgiving, we’re invited to lean into those relationships that ground us and uplift us.

Honoring Ancestral Bonds

Our connections don’t begin with the people in the room; they’re woven through generations. Thanksgiving can be a time to honor ancestors, those who paved the way for us. Setting a small corner at the table with photos, lighting a candle, or saying a prayer for them connects us to our roots. By honoring their resilience and love, we bring a part of them with us into every gathering.

Revitalizing Relationships through Community Care

We Go Together Real Bad isn’t just a phrase; it’s a call to action to strengthen our community bonds. Whether it's checking in on someone, sharing a meal, or simply being present, community care is the heartbeat of healing. This Thanksgiving, consider bringing an act of kindness or a simple gesture that shows the people in your life that they’re seen and appreciated.

Practicing Radical Gratitude

Our journey toward liberation and healing is enriched by gratitude. But this Thanksgiving, let’s take it further—let’s practice radical gratitude. Radical gratitude goes beyond thanking those who make life a little easier; it’s about expressing thanks to ourselves for the hard work of healing, to our ancestors for their sacrifices, and to our community for their love.

Soulful Reflections on Togetherness

Thanksgiving invites us to reflect on what it truly means to be together. Maybe it’s the friend who’s always there, the family who loves fiercely, or even the inner parts of ourselves that have been waiting to feel heard. In these reflections, we realize that We Go Together Real Bad isn’t just about physical closeness; it’s about shared spirit, purpose, and the ways we show up for each other’s healing and joy.

Making Room for Rest and Renewal

As much as Thanksgiving is about community, it’s also about creating space for renewal. Embrace the moments of rest and quiet that allow you to recharge. Even a solo walk after dinner, a few minutes of deep breathing, or journaling can be the sanctuary that reconnects you to yourself.

At Revived Soul Wellness, we believe that every gathering is an opportunity to nurture our spirits and weave our stories together. This Thanksgiving, remember that our connections are the threads that mend the fabric of our lives. Through honoring our ancestors, uplifting our community, practicing radical gratitude, and creating space for rest, we affirm that We Go Together Real Bad—not just during the holidays but in every step of our journey.

Journal Reflection Prompts

1. Revitalizing Relationships through Community Care

   1. Think of someone in your community who has supported you. How has their presence made a difference in your life?

   2. What’s one act of community care you can offer this season? How can you show appreciation to someone who may need it right now?

2. Practicing Radical Gratitude

   1. What’s something about yourself that you’re proud of but rarely take time to appreciate? How can you express gratitude for that today?

   2. Who or what brings joy, peace, or strength to your life? How can you acknowledge and give thanks for them in a tangible way?

3. Soulful Reflections on Togetherness

   1. Who are the people who “go together real bad” with you in life? What makes your connection with them so meaningful?

   2. In what ways do you show up for those you care about? How do they show up for you, and how does that support your healing journey

4. Making Room for Rest and Renewal

   1. What does rest look like for you? How can you give yourself permission to rest without feeling guilt or pressure to do more?

   2. As you look toward the coming season, what’s one way you’d like to prioritize your well-being and self-renewal?

5. Going Deeper into the Season of Togetherness

   1. How can you make this Thanksgiving about presence and connection, rather than perfection or expectations?

   2. What does We Go Together Real Bad mean to you personally? How can you embody this sense of belonging, care, and togetherness in your everyday life?