Hi, lovelies!! It gives me great pleasure today to host Spring Washam and her new book, “The Spirit of Harriet Tubman: Awakening from the Underground,” here on FAB!! For other stops on her Goddess Fish Promotions Book Tour, please click on the banner above or any of the images in this post.
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The Spirit of Harriet Tubman:
Awakening from the Underground
by Spring Washam
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GENRE: Non-Fiction: African American History
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BOOK BLURB:
The Spirit of Harriet Tubman, who was called the Moses of her people, is rising again, and we can call forth her spirit to embody incredible strength and unwavering courage. Combining direct transmissions of Harriet's message with insightful explorations of her life and legacy, this extraordinary book gives us support and inspiration to deepen our roots of resilience and become powerful conductors of love and truth in our own lives.
We can learn how to remain fearless in the face of hatred and confusion. And through Harriet Tubman's guidance, we will learn how to meet the challenges of this moment with a compassionate heart.
Spring's previous works have been praised by Publishers Weekly as "bring[ing] considerable gifts for conveying her vision of personal change and offer[ing] vivid, inspiring testimony to the power of Buddhism." And now, she inspires a new generation of activists to carry her message and her work forward.
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EXCERPT THREE:
Today, as I begin this chapter, it’s International Women’s Day, March 8, 2022. My assistant, who is in Mexico City, called to tell me. She’s off to join a huge women’s march there. “How perfect!” I say. As I head back to the cabin where I’m on a writing retreat, getting ready to start a session with Harriet, I wonder what Harriet will share today. I think we’re going to talk about women. I know she is passionate about the rights and dignity of women. Suddenly, I feel Harriet’s spirit really close to me. I prepare myself to surrender and go on another journey with her, but instead, we just sit together quietly. I feel her come closer and closer until her spirit merges right into me and she enters into my heart. Our breathing becomes synchronized in the most beautiful way. I’m not shaking, dizzy, or overwhelmed by her powerful energy. We are, at last, in harmony, in sync and attuned, and it’s magical. After a few minutes, I begin thinking about women and I sense Harriet is as well. As we sit quietly with our hearts merged, I begin feeling and experiencing a deep and tender part of Harriet, soft, loving, and almost aching with vulnerability. She begins to speak, “Oh, Child, the women . . .” almost in a whisper and then stops, over and over, as we breathe in and out together. I feel it too, a deep concern for the feminine spirit. Half the world are women, and way too many are oppressed, beaten down, and denied their God-given right to be free. As we continue breathing together, Harriet begins chanting. It’s a prayer: “Heavenly Father, forgive them. Forgive them, for they know not what they do.”
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AUTHOR BIO:
Spring Washam is a well-known meditation and dharma teacher based in Oakland, California. She is a founding member and core teacher at the East Bay Meditation Center located in downtown Oakland. She is the founder of Lotus Vine Journeys, an organization that blends indigenous healing practices with Buddhist wisdom. She was trained by Jack Kornfield and has studied numerous meditation practices and Buddhist philosophy since 1997. She is a member of the Spirit Rock Teachers Council. In addition to being a teacher, she is also a healer, facilitator, spiritual activist, and writer. Spring is considered a pioneer in bringing mindfulness-based healing practices into diverse communities. She has studied indigenous healing practices and shamanic practices for over a decade. She has practiced and studied under some of the most preeminent meditation masters in both the Theravada and Tibetan schools of Buddhism. She currently travels and teaches workshops, classes, and retreats worldwide.
For more information on Spring Washam, or to follow her social media for event updates, inspiring quotes, and images – at the links below!
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CONNECT WITH SPRING:
Website:
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YouTube:
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Goodreads Author Page:
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13279019.Spring_Washam
Goodreads Book Page:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/83820711-the-spirit-of-harriet-tubman
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BOOK BUY LINKS:
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Amazon US Kindle eBook:
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Amazon CA Kindle eBook:
https://www.amazon.ca/Spirit-Harriet-Tubman-Awakening-Underground-ebook/dp/B09YQZ79C5
Amazon CA Paperback:
https://www.amazon.ca/The-Spirit-of-Harriet-Tubman/dp/1788177509
Amazon CA Hardcover:
https://www.amazon.ca/Spirit-Harriet-Tubman-Awakening-Underground/dp/1401963226
Amazon CA Audiobook:
https://www.amazon.ca/Spirit-Harriet-Tubman-Awakening-Underground/dp/B0BRYND31F
Barnes and Noble NOOK eBook:
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Kobo US eBook:
https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-spirit-of-harriet-tubman
Kobo US Audiobook:
https://www.kobo.com/us/en/audiobook/the-spirit-of-harriet-tubman-1
Kobo CA eBook:
https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/the-spirit-of-harriet-tubman
Kobo CA Audiobook:
https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/audiobook/the-spirit-of-harriet-tubman-1
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GIVEAWAY INFO:
Spring will be awarding a $20 Amazon OR Barnes and Noble Gift Card (Winner’s Choice!!!) to a randomly drawn winner via Rafflecopter during the tour.**This post contains affiliate links and if clicked and a purchase is made, I may receive a small commission to help support this blog. This does not cost you anything, it just helps pay for all those fabulous community outreach projects and awesome giveaways on here**
This contest is sponsored by a third party. Fabulous and Brunette is a registered host of Goddess Fish Promotions. Prizes are given away by the sponsors and not Fabulous and Brunette. The featured author and Goddess Fish Promotions are solely responsible for the giveaway prize.
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