Janette Yancey

I am because We are.

As a contributing author, in my chapter titled Masks of Motherhood, I share my own journey with raw honesty & vulnerability — a story I began before my first born son’s sudden passing. 

I chose to finish this collaborative project in honor of his light, creativity and constant nudges to be my best self. 

My chapter carries pieces of my heart & soul.  I offer it to you as part of a collective healing.

Different Shades of a Mother

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What if motherhood was never meant to look just one way?

A kaleidoscope of strength, struggle, and survival.

This is not your typical motherhood story.

—brought to life through the voices of Black and Brown women navigating identity, love, trauma, and joy.

If you’ve ever felt unseen in your motherhood…

If you’ve ever needed a reminder that your story 

If you crave community over perfection—

 and witness the brilliance of women who dared to tell their truth.

Different Shades of A Mother

RAW, REAL & RELATABLE

 is a powerful anthology where truth-telling becomes healing. In these pages, you’ll meet women who have walked through fire and found their voice on the other side.

From the silence of loss to the noise of expectation, from the beauty of birth to the heartbreak of abandonment—this book does not flinch. It holds space for the complexity of our experiences as mothers, daughters, creators, and survivors.

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"I began writing my chapter before my son’s transition. After his passing, I wrestled with whether to continue. Grief had changed everything. But I returned to the page with a heart full of sorrow and a soul seeking healing. 

Writing became my lifeline — a sacred tool to process pain, reclaim my voice, and honor my journey through motherhood. 

What began as a chapter transformed into a testimony of resilience, love, and the power of continuing even when your world has stopped. 

Completing this project was an act of devotion to my son, to myself, and to every mother navigating life’s most tender and transformative moments."

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When you purchase from this website, you are supporting me as an independent author, wellness practitioner and guide. I strive to support the healing journey of women as we find purpose in pain, beauty in our paths and reclaim our feminine divine nature.

Certified in: Kemetic Yoga Skills Method, Polyvagal Yoga, Meditation, Trauma-informed Somatic Breath work and Movement

I am an experienced wellness educator, trauma-informed yoga practitioner, and somatic guide with a professional practice rooted in over two decades of internal arts. 

Since 2005, I pursued certifications in healing modalities and have led classes and workshops in yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, with a strong focus on nervous system regulation and holistic wellbeing. I am a plant-based practitioner since 1999 and am deeply committed to lifestyle practices that promote longevity, vitality, and emotional resilience. 

Self Care Workbook

This isn't just another workbook—it’s a 

. Created with the lived experiences of BIPOC women in mind, this digital self-care workbook is your guided space to reconnect, reframe, and reclaim your time, energy, and well-being. Whether you're navigating career, caregiving, or community expectations, This workbook offers practical, affirming support to help you 

💻 Instantly downloadable and designed with your real life in mind, this workbook will help you:

 for you—beyond bubble baths and candles

 with clarity and confidence (no more second-guessing or explaining yourself)

 and how to protect your rest like a sacred ritual

Identify and quiet negative thought patterns

 that make self-care doable—even on your busiest days

. This is your reminder: self-care isn’t selfish—it’s ancestral, powerful, and necessary.

If so, I have a gift for you for simply being here and sharing your time and energy with me. 

Press play and breathe—this guided meditation was made for your peace, your pace, and your power. ✨

Take a few minutes to return to yourself.

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