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08/09/2026

did you know fayetteville’s roots trace back to tuscarora land?

cross creek + the cape fear river were home to tuscarora families long before the city was founded. in 1755, chief william pugh was even granted land here... proof that native hands helped shape what became fayetteville.

24/07/2026

take a walk in nature

23/07/2026

during the 2022 detroit psychedelic conference at marygrove college, i spoke about one of the most debated questions in psychedelic history...

did early christianity preserve knowledge of visionary plants + psychedelic sacraments?

drawing from the psychedelic gospels by jerry b. brown, along with ongoing research in ethnobotany, comparative religion, archaeology, + the history of consciousness, this conversation explores the evidence, symbolism, + cultural context surrounding altered states in the ancient world.

my work sits at the intersection of ethnobotany, indigenous knowledge systems, history, comparative religion, + psychedelic research. i'm interested in what the historical record actually tells us... separating documented evidence from speculation while asking better questions about humanity's relationship with sacred plants + fungi.

if you're interested in topics like early christianity, the eleusinian mysteries, psychedelic history, entheogens, mushroom symbolism, ancient religion, shamanism, ethnomycology, consciousness studies, or the historical use of psychoactive plants... you're in the right place.

follow for research-driven discussions on ethnobotany, medicinal plants, fungi, indigenous traditions, psychedelic history, + the forgotten relationship between culture, spirituality, + the natural world.

11/07/2026

watermelon season is upon us! 🙏🏽

12 fruits are in season this july, + that's not a coincidence.

nature is offering foods with more water, antioxidants, + natural sugars right when the summer heat is at its peak.

instead of chasing the latest superfood or expensive supplement, start by eating what's already growing around you.

sometimes the simplest way to support your health is by letting the season decide what's on your plate.

18/06/2026

the easiest way to stay healthy is to eat your medicine

16/06/2026

one thing i've noticed about many men is that they are often loved for what they do rather than who they are.

people depend on them.
people call when they need something.
people expect them to stay strong.

but very few people stop to ask how they're doing beneath the surface.

a man can be taking care of his family, showing up to work every day, paying the bills, helping everyone around him...and still be struggling.

the truth is that responsibility has a weight to it.

many men carry that weight quietly because they believe asking for support would somehow make them less capable, less dependable, or less of a man.

i disagree.

self-awareness is strength.
honesty is strength.
healing is strength.

through my work, i've found that many men don't need someone to fix them. they need a space where they can speak openly without judgment, perform less, + be human for a moment.

this men's mental health month, check on the men in your life.

especially the strong ones.

those are often the ones carrying the most.

16/06/2026

there is a lot going on in the world lately. if you've been feeling stuck, exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or constantly "on edge"...

you're not broken or "old".

it may be because your body has been carrying more than it was ever meant to hold.

many people spend years trying to think their way through problems that are also living in the body. chronic stress, grief, trauma, burnout, unhealthy relationships, + years of survival mode can leave an imprint on the nervous system long after the experience itself has passed.

your mind will say "i should be over this by now"

your body might say "we tied boss..."

real healing begins when we stop fighting the body's signals + start listening to what they are trying to teach us.

this is the work i help people explore.

through holistic wellness guidance, shadow work, spiritual counseling, herbal protocols, + ancestral wisdom, i help people reconnect with themselves so they can move through life with greater clarity, balance, + purpose.

because sometimes the symptom isn't the problem.

sometimes the symptom is just the messenger.

what has your body been trying to tell you?

comment "body" or send me a message if you're ready to begin the conversation.

15/06/2026

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the world may be a mess, but a cup of herbal tea, a few plants, + a moment to breathe can help you remember that healing starts with the little things. 🌿🐻

12/06/2026

it's more than JUST supplements...

most people think wellness starts with a supplement, a diet, or a workout plan.

the truth is that health is usually built through the small things we do every day.

the way we eat. the way we move. the amount of rest we get. the thoughts we carry. the people we surround ourselves with. the reason we get out of bed each morning.

that's why we focus on these 6 pillars of holistic wellness:

1. nourishment - what you feed your body matters. food is fuel, but it's also information. the quality of what you consume can shape how you feel physically, mentally, and emotionally.

2. movement - your body was made to move. it doesn't have to be complicated. a walk outside, stretching, dancing in your kitchen, working in the garden, or hitting the gym all count.

3. rest - we live in a culture that celebrates being busy, but healing happens when we slow down. rest shouldn't be a reward. rest is a requirement.

4. mindfulness - wellness begins with awareness. paying attention to your thoughts, habits, emotions, + reactions helps you make choices that are aligned with the life you want to create.

5. connection - we are wired for connection. strong relationships, supportive community, time in nature, + meaningful conversations all contribute to our well-being in ways that can't be measured by a lab test.

6. purpose - having a sense of purpose gives direction to your life. it doesn't have to be grand or world-changing. sometimes purpose is simply knowing who you are, what matters to you, + living in alignment with it.

no single pillar can carry the whole structure on its own. when one area is neglected, the others get pulled down with it.

which pillar needs the most attention in your life right now?

03/06/2026

expanding my NOLA community + network 💪🏽

local is the new global.

for decades, we've been taught to depend on food, medicine, + products shipped from thousands of miles away. while convenience has its place, it has also made many communities disconnected from the people, plants, + land that sustain them.

local is the new global means rebuilding those connections.

it means supporting local farmers, herbalists, growers, makers, + small businesses. it means knowing where your food comes from, who grew it, how it was produced, + what season it belongs to. it means strengthening local economies instead of sending resources elsewhere.

when we buy local, we create healthier communities, reduce dependence on fragile supply chains, preserve traditional knowledge, + keep wealth circulating among our neighbors.

the future isn't about having access to everything from everywhere. it's about creating strong, resilient communities that can provide for themselves.

because the closer we are to our food, our medicine, + each other... the stronger we become.

here are some local accounts to follow in new orleans:



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