Beloved Community,
Love and grief are deeply connected—where there is deep love, there is often deep grief. This Valentine’s season, as the world turns its focus to romantic love, let us also honor the love that sustains us through loss, uncertainty, and injustice.
In times like these, when political turmoil, oppressive policies, and systemic injustices weigh heavy on our hearts, grief is more than personal—it is collective. We mourn the harm done to our communities, the erosion of rights, the violence inflicted upon our people, and the exhaustion of constantly fighting for justice. But within that grief, love remains our most powerful source of healing and resistance.
This month, we hold space for the full spectrum of love—the love we grieve, the love we fight for, and the love that nurtures us from within. As we honor our collective and personal losses, we must also turn inward, nurturing the most sacred love of all: self-love.
When we connect with our heart chakra, we awaken our capacity to give and receive love fully—not just to others, but to ourselves, to our communities, and to the generations that come after us.
The Heart Chakra: A Sanctuary for Love & Healing
The heart chakra (Anahata) is the energetic center of love, compassion, and connection. When we feel disconnected, burdened by grief, or overwhelmed by the state of the world, our heart chakra may become blocked. Healing this energy center allows us to tap into the courage, resilience, and deep love necessary to keep moving forward.
Signs Your Heart Chakra May Be Blocked:
☐ Feeling numb, disconnected, or overwhelmed by grief☐ Carrying resentment, anger, or exhaustion from injustice☐ Struggling to receive love or support from others☐ Self-doubt, guilt, or a lack of self-compassion☐ Feeling powerless or hopeless about personal or political struggles
Ways to Open & Heal Your Heart Chakra:
💚 Affirmations for Collective & Self-LoveSpeak life over yourself and your community. Repeat these affirmations daily:
“I am worthy of love, rest, and healing.”
“Love is my resistance, my power, and my birthright.”
“I release grief, but I honor what it teaches me.”
“I am open to giving and receiving love freely.”
“Even in grief, love remains.”
💚 Heart-Opening BreathworkTry 4-4-4-4 breathwork (Box Breathing) to ease tension and reconnect with your heart:
Inhale for 4 seconds, visualizing love entering your heart.
Hold for 4 seconds, allowing the love to expand.
Exhale for 4 seconds, releasing pain, anger, or grief.
Hold for 4 seconds, anchoring in peace.
💚 Rituals to Nurture Self-Love & Resilience
Create an altar for love, justice, and healing. Include photos of ancestors, freedom fighters, or loved ones who inspire you.
Write a love letter to yourself, acknowledging your resilience and strength.
Engage in acts of community care, whether that’s sharing food, donating, or checking in on a loved one.
Spend time in nature—let the earth remind you that healing is cyclical, just like the seasons.
💚 Nourishing Foods for the Heart Chakra
Leafy greens (spinach, kale, arugula)
Green tea & herbal teas (rose, chamomile)
Avocados & cucumbers
Watermelon & apples
Journal Prompts: Holding Love & Grief Together
How do I hold love and grief at the same time?
What injustices weigh most on my heart right now? How can I channel my grief into action or healing?
How can I practice radical self-love in a world that often tells me I am unworthy?
Who or what still inspires me to love fiercely, even in the face of hardship?
How can I care for my heart while caring for my community?
Healing Playlist: Love as Resistance & Restoration
Music is a sacred balm for grief and a powerful force for healing. This playlist is curated to help you move through sorrow, embrace self-love, and find strength in love’s presence.
🎶 Featured Artists:
Lauryn Hill – Tell Him
Cleo Sol – Rose in the Dark
India.Arie – Strength, Courage & Wisdom
Solange – Weary
Sade – Love Is Stronger Than Pride
Jill Scott – Golden
Sam Cooke – A Change Is Gonna Come
H.E.R. – Hold On
Valentine’s Day can often feel exclusive, centering only on romantic love. But love is so much bigger than that. It is found in community, activism, friendship, and the simple act of choosing yourself every day.
In a world that seeks to exhaust us, radical self-love is an act of defiance. Let this be your reminder that you are worthy of love, protection, and peace.
If you need support, Revived Soul Wellness is here to hold space for you. You are never alone in your healing journey.
With love & light,
Revived Soul Wellness
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