London-The British Museum
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London-The British Museum

After our incredible adventure in Egypt, I was eager to continue exploring ancient history. We added a three-day trip to London to visit the British Museum’s extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts. Upon arriving in London, I was pleasantly surprised that the city was much more diverse than I had anticipated. I had assumed that London…

Hatha Yoga Retreat in Nepal
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Hatha Yoga Retreat in Nepal

Our visit to Nepal came soon after visiting Egypt; we had just completed a tour of the pyramids and felt that after such an intense trip, going to a yoga retreat could help us process the new knowledge we had gained and deepen our wellness practices. We found a retreat high up in the Himalayan…

Vipassana Meditation Retreat & Seeking Silence
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Vipassana Meditation Retreat & Seeking Silence

Silence, being still, and learning from the Universe are tasks if you take the practice seriously. For me, seeking these sources came from desperation; I found myself repeating cycles that brought pain to others, and I was having a hard time finding a way to break out of the process I was currently in. At…

Egypt and My History
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Egypt and My History

Black history for me growing up was a gradual disappointment, as I learned the truth about my history and the lack of knowledge shared throughout our school system. Black history and holidays were just a chance not to go to school, and I didn’t have the cultural support and community celebrations that should have been…

Short video on Community Building and Rhythm
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Short video on Community Building and Rhythm

In this short video, speaker Anthony Kelley uses the African Djembe drum as an illustration of how rhythm can help build community work and development. He explains that building a drum beat is similar to building a community – it requires a call and response for growth and development. The rhythm of the drum brings…

Documentary Film: A Journey Through Conflict and Identity. (Full Film)
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Documentary Film: A Journey Through Conflict and Identity. (Full Film)

“A Journey Through Conflict and Identity” is a documentary film that follows the journey of Anthony Kelley in managing his own trauma and struggles with identity, conflict, and reconciliation. The film highlights important moments in his life where he learned lessons on individual accountability, leadership, self-care, meditation, community, and education. Through interviews with people who…

Our First Business and Film Project
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Our First Business and Film Project

Resigning from my directorial position was difficult, but it paved the way for my next adventure: starting my own business. Although I was aware of the challenges ahead, I was determined to take this step toward entrepreneurship. I knew that it would demand unwavering commitment, perseverance, and time. However, my decision was driven by my…