DEAR SISTER, HOW ARE YOU?

I've missed you, honestly. Please accept my heartfelt apology for not reaching out sooner. So much has been happening behind the scenes—since 2019, I've been working and sowing seeds, and now, I'm witnessing the most beautiful bloom.

You have always been in my heart, my thoughts, and most importantly, my prayers.

Sis, I want you to know: I see you. I honor you. I celebrate you.

MAY MEDITATION FOR RENEWAL & MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

Let's take a sacred pause. Sit comfortably.

Inhale deeply for four counts… Hold for 4… Exhale for 6. Repeat 2x.

Now gently speak this into your soul:

"I am blooming in divine timing. I protect my peace. I honor my mental wellness. I allow myself to rest, rise, and renew."

Breathe that in. Smile gently. Feel that release.

STRETCH TO FEEL ALIVE

Lift your arms to the sky.

Stretch to the left… to the right.

Roll your shoulders back. Bow forward and let your arms dangle.

Rise slowly with power and grace.

Roll your neck side to side.

Take one more deep breath.

You're alive, sister. You are divine.

🍫 CHOCOLATE MOMMAS CLUB (TM) OUR WELLNESS SANCTUARY

The Chocolate Mommas Club (Exclusive Membership) has been a sacred space for connection, healing, and joy. Monthly, we gather in love—with:

• Uplifting activities
• Healing activations
• Presenters who pour into us
• And check-ins that keep us grounded

To those who've asked how to join the Chocolate Mommas Club (TM) —August is your time! The details and applications will be released soon. The Chocolate Mommas are special—we're building a wellness toolbox, one moment at a time.

We are creating a new narrative for self-care and sisterhood.

I AM A RADIO PERSONALITY (LOL) — WURD RADIO'S SOULFUL SUNRISE

Yes, sis! I am now the host of Soulful Sunrise, a one-hour daily morning show on WURD Radio (900 AM | 96.1 FM | FB & Twitch).

Every weekday morning, we:

Ground with affirmations

Move with gentle stretches

Center with meditation

Connect with brilliant guests

It's your morning cup of wellness and inspiration as we remix chaos—one breath, one broadcast at a time. Tune in. Let's rise together.

YOU'RE INVITED: FREE CELEBRATION — JUNE 29

Meet me at the Wawa Welcome America Black Music Month Celebration

Sunday, June 29 @ 4 PM

The Dell Music Center, Philadelphia

Bring a smile, your mat, towel, or blanket—and good vibes! {Lets pack the park with love and light}

The Flow:

Soulful Yoga with Karen Taylor Bass

Line dancing with Kenny "Kenny J" Johnson

A live concert with Kindred, the Family Soul

Performances by Philadelphia Freeway & DJ Aktive

Curated by Dyana Williams, co-hosted by Laiya St. Clair

Roller skating, Double Dutch (Philly Girls Jump), food, vendors, giveaways, and fireworks!

FREE TICKETS are available starting May 17 at The Dell Music Center Box Office.

Limited tickets are also available on the day of, first come, first serve.

Are you interested in front-row July 4th concert seats featuring Jazmine Sullivan and LL Cool J?

Visit the Wawa Welcome America for a chance to win!

AFFIRMATION OF THE MONTH

"You is kind. You is smart. You is important."

– The Help, featuring Viola Davis

Repeat that. Own it. Believe it.

Because you are, sis. You always have been.

With love, light, chocolate, and sisterhood,

Karen Taylor Bass

Wellness Coach | Host of Soulful Sunrise

Founder of The Chocolate Mommas Club (TM)

IG: @KarenTaylorBass