Loving the Woman in the Mirror

Kema Ward • January 27, 2025

A February of Self-Discovery 

Hey Queen,


February is often synonymous with romantic love, but here at Queenly Tings, we’re shifting the focus inward. This month, we’re diving deep into the transformative power of self-love,  the kind of love that nurtures, heals, and empowers you to create a life you’re truly in love with.

Self-love is not just bubble baths and affirmations (though those are beautiful tools). It’s about doing the profound work of embracing every part of yourself, your shadows, your light, and everything in between.


Self-Love: A Revolutionary Act

True self-love requires honesty. It means looking at the parts of yourself you’ve hidden away, whether out of fear, shame, or doubt, and embracing them as integral to your journey. It’s the courageous act of saying, “I am worthy as I am,” and choosing to honor yourself daily, even when it’s uncomfortable.

This February, we’re challenging you to go deeper. What would it look like to love yourself fiercely? What would it mean to fully accept and embody all the brilliance and beauty you already possess? Through our workshops, we’ll explore these questions and more, helping you cultivate a self-love practice that is authentic, expansive, and deeply transformational.


Workshops to Empower Your Journey

We’re offering two powerful workshops this month to guide you through the layers of self-love and help you reconnect with your truest self.


  1. Shadows & Light: The Shadowy Parts of Self-Love
    In this workshop, we’ll explore the hidden, shadowy aspects of self-love, the parts of ourselves we often ignore or avoid. Together, we’ll gently peel back the layers, uncover the wisdom within these shadows, and learn how to integrate them into our lives as allies for healing and growth.
  2. Golden Shadows: Reclaiming Your Light
    Your light is waiting to be reclaimed. This workshop is a journey of empowerment, helping you unveil the golden shadows within, he brilliance, potential, and gifts you’ve been keeping hidden. We’ll guide you to recognize these aspects, release the blocks holding you back, and step fully into the woman you’re meant to be.


Why Self-Love Matters

Self-love is not selfish, it’s foundational. It affects the way you show up in the world, the relationships you cultivate, and the dreams you pursue. It’s the anchor that keeps you grounded in your truth, even when life feels chaotic.


When you love yourself deeply, you give yourself permission to live authentically, unapologetically, and joyfully. You step into your power, not as someone who’s “perfect,” but as someone who’s whole.



Join Us This February

This February, let’s make self-love the priority it deserves to be. Our workshops will provide a safe, sacred space for reflection, growth, and connection. Whether you’re new to self-love or deepening an ongoing practice, there’s something here for you.

✨ Ready to supercharge your self-love and create a life you’re in love with? Explore Our Workshops Here.


With love, reflection, and queenly vibes,
The Agbara Team
💖

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