Love Is the Way: Welcome to The Holistic Haven Movement

When I first began my nonprofit journey, I called it The Holistic Haven. It felt right at the time, because holistic living has always been woven into my life. But along the way, I realized something important: sometimes a name isn’t the mission, it’s simply a reflection of a season. And seasons change. Today, I’m stepping into a new chapter with a new name: Nature’s Harmony Hub. This shift is more than just rebranding; it’s a release. A reminder that, like Eric Thomas once said, “I am not the hat.” I am not the name. This is not about labels; it’s about the movement, the intention, and the heart behind the work. As a new minister, I’ve noticed how different this path is from being a regular entrepreneur. People often misunderstand genuine intentions and quickly judge without knowing the whole story. But instead of letting that discourage me, I’ve seen it as a lesson in compassion, patience, and purpose. My calling hasn’t changed: to serve, guide, and create spaces where healing and ...

 When I first set out to build The Holistic Haven , I knew the road wouldn’t always be smooth. I expected questions, misunderstandings, maybe even some resistance. But I didn’t expect how much the journey would teach me about holistic practices, people, community, and the complex ways we all experience faith, love, and acceptance. I’ve met so many interesting people along the way. Some have been encouraging and deeply supportive. Others have dismissed me, calling me crazy or labeling my actions as something to fear. What surprised me most is that some of the most stereotypical pushback hasn’t come from strangers; it has often come from Christians. This has been difficult for me, because I grew up believing that Christians were the most open-hearted, loving, and accepting people. Isn’t that the foundation of the faith? Yet, when I say “meditate” instead of “pray,” or when I light sage, use sound bowls, or practice Reiki healing, suddenly I’m viewed as “other.” That realization h...