Discovering Black Native, IV Grounds, IV Seas: Beyond Labels
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IV Grounds
IV Grounds is a heartfelt movement that's all about embarking on a transformative journey - one that leads to profound personal growth, unity, and enlightenment. We are a community raising awareness, sharing knowledge and insightful experiences to uplift, enlighten, and encourage each of us to reach higher levels of consciousness.
We believe in the power of confronting and healing from our past wounds, in recognizing what holds us back, and courageously stepping away from the habits and cycles that no longer contribute to our wellbeing. This isn't about saving; it's about empowering. At IV Grounds, we guide you to discover and harness your inner strength, to illuminate your path and to inspire those around you.
Core principles
- Consciousness: The awakening to a higher state of awareness, where perception and reflection guide us toward enlightenment and understanding. It is the bedrock upon which we build our journey towards self-discovery and collective awakening.
- Unity/Oneness: Recognizing the intrinsic interconnectedness of all beings, we embrace the principles of non-duality and oneness. This unity is the foundation for our commitment to service, compassion, and unconditional love, driving us to act for the highest good of all.
- Knowledge/Universal Knowledge: We advocate for the pursuit of wisdom and understanding, both of self and the cosmos. This knowledge empowers us to co-create our reality with spirit, guiding our path towards purpose, evolution, and awakening.
- Love (Unconditional Love/Heart-Centered): Love is the ultimate force that connects and heals. Leading with the heart, we cultivate compassion, empathy, and authentic relationships, fostering a community of support and unconditional sharing.
- Purpose/Service to Others: Our movement is guided by the pursuit of purpose and the service to others. It reflects a deep understanding of our role in the collective human experience, promoting a life of co-creation, support, and abundance for all.
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IV Grounds invites you to explore and elevate your consciousness, offering insights into living authentically and tapping into your own power. It's about shifting your perspective to a higher state of being, beyond just seeing, to truly understanding and transforming.
Embrace Your Culture
Black Native
Black Native is about taking pride in one's cultural identity. We seek to uplift those who have historically felt shame or embarrassment in being Black, Native, or Indigenous by celebrating the beauty in culture. We recognize, honor, and respect the journey of our ancestors and appreciate their legacy that we carry with us today. We promote a world where every culture is respected. We encourage embracing one’s roots through customs, traditions, and language as an integral part of discovering one’s identity. Our mission is to build a community that celebrates the richness of our diverse customs, traditions, and languages, promoting a deeper understanding and respect for the beauty and strength inherent in our cultural identities.
Core Principles
- Cultural Pride and Empowerment: We inspire individuals to take pride in their cultural heritage, to stand tall as living proof of their ancestors' journeys, and to feel empowered by the struggles and triumphs that have paved their path. Our brand encourages the celebration of culture, traditions, customs and language, affirming that our diverse backgrounds are sources of strength and beauty.
- Cultural Education and Awareness: We value the importance of respecting and learning about all cultures, especially as guests in foreign lands. We emphasize the importance of understanding one's own culture, the impacts of colonization, and the need for decolonizing mindsets, promoting a global perspective that values and respects cultural diversity.
- Respect for Diversity and Inclusivity: We advocate for an inclusive world where every culture is honored and respected. Black Native is a platform for challenging discrimination and racism, calling for a collective effort to recognize and celebrate the customs and traditions of all communities.
- Ancestral Legacy and Decolonization: Our brand highlights the significance of acknowledging and honoring our ancestors' legacies, challenging the imposition of Western standards. We encourage a reconnection with one's roots, decolonizing the way we view ourselves and our cultures.
- Cultural Insight and Identity Affirmation: Black Native encourages individuals to explore their heritage and affirm their identities through the promotion of cultural knowledge. We emphasize the importance of reconnecting with one’s native language, customs and traditions for self-discovery, especially for those who have grown up disconnected from their roots. Our belief is that understanding one’s culture is key to personal identity, helping those who have felt lost to find a sense of belonging.
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Black Native is about celebrating cultural identity and fostering pride in one's heritage, encouraging everyone to embrace and honor their diverse backgrounds.
Inspiring a Tide of Change
IV Seas
IV Seas is a community united by our love, respect, inspiration, and connection with all bodies of water: oceans, rivers, and lakes. We're dedicated to spreading knowledge and understanding about the need to protect these precious resources and the crucial role of water safety. As advocates, we're passionate about raising awareness of the ways each of us can help preserve marine life and the health of our waterways for the generations to come. We also honor the special relationship between various cultures and water, as well as champion its healing properties. By nurturing a deep appreciation for the ocean and its wonders, IV Seas is committed to enriching lives and championing the sustainability of the world's vast aquatic ecosystems.
Core principles
- Ocean Guardianship: This encompasses respecting, protecting, and appreciating the ocean's vast resources. It involves understanding the impact of human activities on marine ecosystems and advocating for sustainable practices to preserve the ocean for future generations.
- Education and Awareness: Sharing knowledge and educating people about the ocean, including water safety, the science of tides and rips, the consequences of overfishing, and the importance of maintaining balanced marine ecosystems. This principle also includes raising awareness about the detrimental effects of pollution on marine life.
- Conservation and Protection: Actively working towards the conservation of marine life and the protection of endangered species and habitats, such as coral reefs. This principle includes measures to prevent taking undersized seafood and advocating for responsible tourism that minimizes ecological impact.
- Cultural Connection: Recognizing and respecting the unique and often spiritual relationship that indigenous and local communities have with water bodies. Emphasizing traditional knowledge and practices that contribute to the sustainable use and reverence of marine resources.
- Behavioral Change: Encouraging a shift in people's perspective toward the sea by promoting actions like not littering, supporting marine conservation groups, and advocating for policies that protect marine environments from harmful activities. This principle aims to inspire individual and collective actions that align with the health and well-being of oceanic ecosystems.
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IV Seas invites you to honor and preserve the ocean’s majesty. Become a guardian of marine life and an advocate for the sea’s wisdom, ensuring its legacy flows into the future.