Thee AYA Movement-Growing Out of Concrete

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THEEAYAMOVEMENT, a black womanowned Initiative that provides wellness through Zumba classes, meditation, wellness coaching and other movement activities, all infused with powerful affirmations to build body positivity and self-esteem.

Hmm...We're thinking of bringing this event back!!!! What y'all think??? Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and th...
09/18/2026

Hmm...We're thinking of bringing this event back!!!! What y'all think???
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and there's no better way to get your body ready than to SHAKE SUM!!!
Think about it...Turkey, Sweet Potato Pie, Greens, Mac N Cheese, Pound Cake (or should I say add them Pounds Cake), come on y'all. List some more, I know I'm missing something!

COUNSELOR’S CORNER 🧠❤️What happens when the truth about trauma makes us uncomfortable?Sometimes we respond with anger.So...
09/11/2026

COUNSELOR’S CORNER 🧠❤️
What happens when the truth about trauma makes us uncomfortable?
Sometimes we respond with anger.
Sometimes with silence.
Sometimes with pride, shame, fear, or guilt.

But here’s the difficult truth:

We cannot heal what we refuse to acknowledge. Trauma can affect how we communicate, how we trust, how we respond to conflict, how we see ourselves, and how we relate to the people around us.

And healing doesn’t mean pretending it didn’t happen. It means having the courage to say:

“This affected me.”
“This hurt me.”
“I need help.”
“I don’t want to continue this cycle.”

Therapy can help. Safe people can help. Honest conversations can help.

And sometimes healing begins when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable enough to let someone safely see what we’ve been carrying. When we stop allowing pride, shame, fear, or guilt to run the show, something can begin to change.

Fear can become safety. Shame can become understanding. Guilt can become accountability. And pain can become an opportunity for healing.

So today, I’m asking you to look inward, not at someone else.

The Zumba vibes are coming back to Auburn Gresham. These classes are open to our wise-seasoned adults 50 and older who s...
09/08/2026

The Zumba vibes are coming back to Auburn Gresham. These classes are open to our wise-seasoned adults 50 and older who still like to dance with a steady pace. You can enjoy these bives on your feet or in a chair. You'll be in good hands :) The Greater Aubur-Sresham Development Corp provides health and wellness resources that include housing, senior services and wellness vibes like me. Come check us out!!!

🧠💛 MIND & BODY MONDAY 💃🏽 Okay, let’s be honest… 😂 WHAT DO YOU HATE MOST ABOUT MONDAYS? 👀 Is it… ⏰ Getting out of bed? 😴 ...
08/24/2026

🧠💛 MIND & BODY MONDAY 💃🏽 Okay, let’s be honest… 😂 WHAT DO YOU HATE MOST ABOUT MONDAYS? 👀 Is it… ⏰ Getting out of bed? 😴 Not getting enough sleep? 🚗 The morning commute? 💻 Getting back to work? 📚 Getting the kids ready for school? 📋 The long to-do list? 😩 Just knowing the weekend is over? Or is it simply… MONDAY? 😂😂 Drop your answer in the comments! 👇🏽 No judgment!! We’re creating a safe space for Monday honesty! 😂💜 And while Mondays can be a little rough, remember to take care of your mind AND your body this week. Take a breath. Drink some water. Move your body. Give yourself grace. And don’t forget, you made it to another Monday! 🙌🏽 Let’s start the week with a little honesty, a little laughter, and a whole lot of grace. 💛 So tell us… WHAT’S YOUR LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT MONDAY? 👇🏽

💃🏽✨ WELLNESS IN MOTION ✨💃🏽 DID YOU KNOW? 👀 Did you know that Maya Hampton, L.C.S.W., Life Coach & Zumba Instructor, will...
08/22/2026

💃🏽✨ WELLNESS IN MOTION ✨💃🏽 DID YOU KNOW? 👀 Did you know that Maya Hampton, L.C.S.W., Life Coach & Zumba Instructor, will be bringing Zumba & Movement to an incredible Mind • Body • Spirit Wellness Experience this November? 💜 Maya is excited to be part of a day centered around healing, hope, self-care, community, and wellness, featuring powerful conversations and resources surrounding The Other Side of Autism. This experience brings together authors, educators, advocates, entrepreneurs, wellness professionals, and community leaders for a day designed to educate, empower, connect, and inspire. ✨ Special Offer: Bring a friend and take advantage of the 2-for-1 discount! So… Did you know? Now you do! 👀💜 Follow Thee AYA Movement to stay connected with Maya’s upcoming Zumba experiences, wellness events, community partnerships, and mental wellness conversations.

🧠💛 Counselor’s CornerIs protecting your peace selfish?We hear the phrase “protect your peace” all the time, but what doe...
08/20/2026

🧠💛 Counselor’s Corner
Is protecting your peace selfish?
We hear the phrase “protect your peace” all the time, but what does it really mean?

Sometimes protecting your peace means setting a boundary. Sometimes it means saying NO. Sometimes it means stepping away from an unhealthy situation. And sometimes… protecting your peace means having the difficult conversation instead of avoiding it.

But here’s the question:

**Do you think protecting your peace can ever go too far?**

👇🏽 YES or NO? Tell us why!

Let’s talk about it in the comments. There’s no judgment here, just an opportunity to hear different perspectives and learn from one another. 💛

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