Episode 31: The Joy of Honoring Your Name

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Living in 3D Power, I sit down with my daughter Emma to discuss the profound significance of names. We reflect on Emma’s name story and the legacy it carries, exploring the power of legacy, identity, and the healing nature of stories. I highlight the impact of my Substack newsletter, which delves into these themes and invites our audience to engage deeply. Our conversation features reflections on family history, the origins of our names, and fun anecdotes related to names and nicknames. Emma also guides a breath prayer focused on honoring one’s name. We emphasize the importance of understanding and reclaiming our names as acts of self-determination and legacy building. Chapters00:46—Sunday Newsletter and Reflections 01:37—Emma’s Name Story and Legacy 03:43—Exploring Ancestral Names and Identity 06:29—Emma and Amber Discuss Names 13:45—The Meaning Behind Names 17:00—Fun with Mustard and Colors 20:41—Activity: Discovering Your Name’s Origin 24:40—Unique Middle Names and Proud Family Memories 26:02—Baby Names and Their Origins 28:11—Funny Nicknames and Name Stories 33:11—Breath Prayer for Honoring Your Name 38:55—Legacy and the Meaning of Names 43:07—Challenge and Chicken Nugget Wisdom Resources MentionedAlex Elle’s Heal the Way by Sniff10 Ways to Embrace Wholeness Everyday—Oprah DailyBlack Liturgies by Cole Arthur RileyUniversity of Michigan Equitable Teachings Name Story ActivityThe 1619 Project: Born on the Water‘Born on the Water’ Puts the ‘1619 Project’ into Kids’ Hands by NPRLittle Troublemaker Defends Her Name by Luvvie Ajayi JonesConnect with Me:Instagram: @natural_inclinationYoutube: @naturalinclinationTikTok: Amber SessomsLinkedIn: Dr. Amber M. Sessoms, NCSPBluesky: @ambersessoms.bsky.socialFacebook: Natural InclinationWebsite: www.aninclination.comLike, Comment, Share, EngageIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who would love these conversations. Engage with the Curiosity Cards and ask the youth in your life about their experiences because you might be surprised by what you learn. Share your thoughts and reflections in the comments or on social media using #LivingIn3DPower. And, don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for next week’s conversation!