JULY 2025 Wellness Resources
One major factor that distinguishes Africanist values and ways of thinking from Western, Eurocentric views is an emphasis on collectivism and interdependence. The ideas that we’re stronger together and that our neighbor’s well-being enhances our own are a stark contrast to the individualistic, go-it-alone attitudes that reign supreme in Western thought and capitalist culture. And still, despite the overwhelming value placed on individual success, we at BlackFemaleProject are committed to collective wellness. We consistently see how powerful it is to join forces and build momentum together.
Marthea Alley-Caliz, our longtime friend and advisor, spoke to the power of synergy at an insightful event she facilitated for us last year. While we can tap into energy on our own, we can only leverage synergy by combining our energy with other people’s. There’s no better time than summer to get folks together and make some magic. You never know what might emerge from simply spending some unstructured time with other movers and shakers in your network. Dig into July wellness resources to find encouragement and tools to connect with your people this month.
RESOURCES FOR THRIVING
REFLECTION QUESTIONs:
Think of a time when something good came about as a result of collaborating with a partner or a group. How did connecting with others create possibilities that wouldn’t have been available if you were working in isolation?
What can you build into your weekly routine to make sure that you stay connected to your communities?
What’s one big goal that you have that would be more attainable if you formed a team to work on it? Dream big, and identify one small step you can take in the near future toward achieving this goal.
GET YOUR PRINTED CALENDAR
Click HERE to make a contribution and receive a printed calendar. With a donation of $50, you will receive our 2025 print calendar (6" x 6") as a gift from us. Share with others, or place the calendar on your wall, desk, or vision board for inspiration all year long.
