Suanshine's Unfiltered Reality

2020 Vision
Open Mind - Grounded Body - Fortified Spirit

The World is as Small as You Make It - Choose Growth - Choose an Unfiltered Reality

I am a writer, speaker and wellbeing advocate through Unfiltered Reality. I speak to the value of diversity through a personal lense. I hope my articles and essays bring understanding to a world that can easily blind us to the perspective of others. My goal as a writer is to support growth and understanding in our divided world through both mind and spirit.

I am a wellbeing and strength coach at Elev8 Wellness. I know there is more to a healthy body than exercise. It takes a balanced mind, lifestyle and community.

I am a founder of budding food and healing justice organization Urban Wellbeing. This new organization advocates for individual and community healing through exploring food culture and how that intersects with identity and wellbeing.

I am a fractional CxO, business coach, advisor and consultant through my LLC Convergence Point Consulting. I am doing good though my work by supporting the development of professionals with the desire to live with mission.

I work with tech companies, large and small, because they have the opportunities to help people en masse. Technology has the ability to reach people far and near, when leveraged correctly it can help leaders heal entire communities.
I work with soloprenuers, small businesses and non-profits because I know that local businesses are the vehicles that lift communities out of poverty and into prosperity. I know that a rising tide lifts all boats or, to put it in my own words, there is more than enough for everyone if we see customers as partners instead of wallets.

I hope we can connect on at least one of my passions. At a minimum, I hope my page is relatable so you know you are never alone in 'figuring it out.' Be Well. Be Blessed. Be the Blessing.

Speaking Engagements, Interviews, Classes and Announcements

7.28.2022 - Slalom Speaks

Suanshine spoke on stage in front of 200+ colleagues about her origin, identity and how her name connects the two.

Black Help Line - S4. Ep.8 Coach Suanshine

February 24th, 2022 Interview on Minneapolis podcast 'Black Help Line'.

Podcast Interview: We Just Sparkle

We Just Sparkle, Episode 2: Building Business Partnerships interviews Suan about her experiences and perspectives on partnering in business and life.

Food & Culture Class Instructor

On April 6, 2021 Coach Suanshine was featured in the 5-part pass series sponsored by the Farm Table Foundation - You Are What You Eat: Storytelling Through Food.

Coming Soon: Unfiltered Reality Podcast

I am finally starting a podcast but I need your help! In order to make this engaging and interesting I would love your feedback on topics you would like to learn about from me and special, expert guests.

Losing

This essay reflects on the emotional weight of loss, the struggle to let go, and the search for hope and meaning beyond grief.

Pure Life.

I have come home. Pura Vida.

I'm not OK.

I'm not OK. I am just an expert and putting on a pretty face and pretending like I am. *November 3rd, 2021*

The Verdict Is In

I am not happy. This isn't a moment of elation. I am relieved that my city won't burn. I am relieved that it was the best outcome considering the situation. More importantly, I am determined to keep doing this work. Its not a resting point, this is an accelerator.

More than Black.

...Why do we define each other by the disadvantaged parts? By the minority pieces? Is it so that perceptions can be neatly wrapped up into little judgement pamphlets for easy reading?...

Wander Connected

For months now I have told myself that I have cabin fever or wanderlust. I don’t think that’s the case...

Dumpster Fire

Even a dumpster fire, as hot as 2020, can provide moments warmth and comfort. Just need to take a few steps back.

Vase & Vine

I wonder now if wilting in a vase so much worse than dying on a vine? When given in love, cherished and fawned over, the life of a flower isn't wasted, it is enhanced.

Control

Control is limited. Opportunities are endless. Risk is given. What will you choose?

Manifesting Home

People and things are temporary. If you are anchored there, life will always be off balance. Find true home.

Privileged Minority

I claim my privilege as to not to diminish the struggle of those that have less, little or none.

Never Normal

Welcome to spectrum living.

Move on.

Move on when those around you fail to see your value.

You are not your company or job.

You are valuable and no job will ever be able to fully appreciate your potential.

Your last step does not have to define your next.

Each role and experience is a skill puzzle piece - put them all together and look at the big picture.

When it's time to repot.

Maybe it is uncomfortable because you have out grown the container.

May 3, 2021

I understand vaccine hesitancy.

The science is complicated. I also believe that you should know ALL risks and benefits as you make the choice on getting the jab.

Sep 23, 2020

Cellulite... Why so much fuss?

Most Women Have Cellulite; So Why Do We Care So Much?

Feb 25, 2020

Motivation needs to be about MORE than weight

Study that suggests how an exercise program motivation needs to be about MORE than weight management.

Feb 7, 2020

Incremental Change and Loop Backs

Two steps forward and one step back is still progress.

Aug 29, 2019

Jiggle Giggles

Love your body the way it is.

If you are inspired by my work please consider supporting it through a financial contribution. With your help I will be able to spend more time creating content like this.

$25

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

info@unfiltered-reality.com

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