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Shea Butter & Therapy Ft Abena Boamah
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“Sometimes therapy can be a lot…you’re unpacking things you didn’t even know were there. Therapy allowed me to realize how my anxieties were manifesting and also to realize that I have the authority and I’m worthy of not being in this space at all times. Sometimes when you’re an anxious person or you’re depressed you think….'this is how it ishis is always going to be how it is and I just have to work in this bubble of anxiety or sadness'….but now I have different tools to move out of it.” - my guest incredible guest Abena, on her experience with therapy
Abena Boamah M.Ed, creator of Hanahana beauty, is on a mission to disrupt the global beauty industry. I’m amazed by Abena’s boldness, point of view and ambition — all while remaining entirely down to earth & SO FUN! Abena is committed to creating transparency, accessibility and sustainability with her 100% handcrafted shea butter sourced from the Katariga Women's Cooperative in Tamale, Ghana. She describes growing up in a Ghanian household in the suburbs of Ohio, teaching on the westside of Chicago and being a Pisces. She convinces me to open my mind to therapy (and makes a very compelling case I want everyone to hear)!
Other topics discussed:
-dancing to shake it off hitting a whine to get a workout
-Adding dried lavender and rosemary to joints (THAT YOU CAN SMOKE - who knew?)
-Marijuana shaming
-Beyonce inspiring us to be our best selves
-Hoteps
-Choosing celibacy
& more!
Products & Things Mentioned
Shea Balm from Hanahana — Abena’s Go-To for Lips
https://www.hanahanabeauty.com/shop-online/shea-balm
Glossier Lip Gloss for Extra-shiny lips
https://www.glossier.com/products/lip-gloss
Apple Cider Vinegar to clarify hair
http://coconutsandkettlebells.com/apple-cider-vinegar-hair-rinse/
Peppermint, Hemp & Jojoba Oil to massage her edges where she experienced alopecia
https://wholenewmom.com/health-concerns/essential-oils-for-hair-growth/
Her stylist Caprice
https://www.instagram.com/capricedominiquehairstylist/
Follow Abena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beanieboamah/
Learn more about Hanahana Beauty & Their Mission: https://www.instagram.com/hanahana_beauty/
Shop Hanahana Products: http://hanahanabeauty.com
Stay in touch & join the community @nakedbeautyplanet
Reach me @brookedevard
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