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Shabbat Shalom Beautiful People!

So very excited about our next Family Friendly vending event taking place Sunday, July 7 from 2pm - 9pm in ATL! You can get your tickets up until 12pm today otherwise you will have to pay on site. Here is the link to purchase: Tickets – Fringed Up Family Fest (3mgmusic.com)

I used to vend my Bible inspired jewelry only once a year at Passover each March…I therapeutically create all year and reveal the collections during this Sacred Time…so glad there are more vending opportunities with an audience that appreciates this special collection - initially created in honor of my dad (may he rest in peace) who took on the hebrew name - Zadok, meaning “righteous and just.” We name this collection inspired by stones in the scriptures the “Especially for Zadok Collection” So yes! I have about 6 custom pieces that will be available from our summer collection during Sunday’s event…check our STORY on facebook today to get a sneak peak.

Did you know that 100% of the profits from Ahshah Jewelry go to support programming for our newly formed non-profit, RAFFI Institute, Inc. a 501c3 organization formed on our middle son Haki’s 16th birthday, 3.08.24, It’s an organization that conducts hands on interactive workshops and classes to support the emotional, mental, and financial wellbeing of our youth and our seniors. Our web site is a work in progress, but here is a sneak peak here: https://www.raffiinstitute.org/

Have you benefited from any of our services, tips, or classes over the years?? Feel free to sow a seed in 1 or all of these ways!

1. Make a Tax Deductible Donation using this link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/9AQ3MCY8G9V2G
2. Purchase some our jewelry: https://ahshahjewelry.com/
3. Like, Follow, & Comment on our new Instagram handle here: https://www.instagram.com/raffiinstitute_
4. Comment below a testimonial or send a video testimonial via messenger!

We appreciate your encouragement and support over the years. ATL…we will see you on Sunday!

Shabbat Shalom Beautiful People!

WELL THE TIME HAS ARRIVED!!!

The focus of RAFFI Institute has shifted to serving children, thrivers of domestic violence, and our growing senior population as our top priority.

Part of our mission at RAFFI Institute is to support Young Entrepreneurs and their families.

ATLANTA WHERE YOU AT?

Our first featured entrepreneurial family is “The Spencers.” I met the mother of this endeavor, Marketing Queen Keisha K Marie Spencer about a year ago or so and I have been absolutely amazed at her unique gift for marketing, hosting events, having passion for her clients, and loving on her children.

Let’s pull up in Austell, GA and support “SPENCER SNACKS” on Saturday, May 11 from 12pm - 5pm. I will be at church most of the day, but will be sure to stop by right after service.

I had their banana pudding at a prior vending event and it was definitely on point.
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As Founder of RAFFI Institute, do know as a 3rd grader I started my first two businesses 1) selling candy to classmates from my Uncle’s corner store (UPSAL VARIETY At Upsal and Rugby in Mt. Airy) and 2) selling banners from my Commodore 64 printer for people to hang up at their events. I have earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration with a major in Accounting from James Madison University and a Master’s of Education in Business Education from the University of West Georgia with a perfect 4.0 GPA. I am a former certified teacher in the areas of middle school math and Business Education for K-12 in the states of GA and PA. I have over 20 years experience training adults and children and almost 30 years of experience helping increase productivity of businesses by implementing systems and guiding administrative teams to success.

Looking forward to sharing with you more and more as we move in this new direction fulfilling the RAFFI NEW MISSION!

Shabbat Shalom Beautiful People!
You're Invited to my Final Free Workshop of 2024 in ATL on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 3pm - Mastering The Work Life Balance Paradigm! Here is the link for free registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-are-you-managing-work-life-balance-tickets-879701489837?aff=ebdsshios

This week I am giving thanks for my new Collaboration with The RB Solution Center who is partnering with me by allowing me to host this workshop at the only All-Inclusive Black Owned Co-Workspace Worldwide!

I met Mr. Brian Joubert, Owner of LB Tax and Business Advisors and The RB Solution Center, when he was speaking at a Real Estate Event giving tips on taxes for small businesses and how he also has a service for those needing business addresses in the Georgia area. I immediately invested in a business address and received a discount to host my first event in Atlanta in the fall of 2023!

Thanks to you all who have already registered in support of what may be my last event of this type for the general population. I appreciate the support of my classes over the years. As we move into the summer for 2024 and beyond, I am shifting away from classes for individuals and focusing more on business to business ventures.

If you plan to attend, be sure to register TODAY to ensure I have enough materials for you as an attendee:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-are-you-managing-work-life-balance-tickets-879701489837?aff=ebdsshios

Peace and blessings!
B. Shannon Thorne-Johnson, M.Ed.
Your Aromatherapist

Happy 1st day of the Week!

Just over 9 years ago on 3.29.2015 2 amazing things happened. I rededicated my life to Christ and was baptized and to my surprise was given my Hebrew name by Bishop Ahmath /after coming out of the water- Ahshah Maya Binah meaning “ a woman who builds”

It was also shortly after this time, we launched Ahshah Jewelry…putting a name to my creations of handcrafted jewelry inspired by the precious stones mentioned in the Bible mainly from Aaron’s breastplate. This collection is presented and revealed just once a year every March.

Visit us at https://ahshahjewelry.com/ Because we are a boutique, our unique items our added daily.

This year we will be merging the jewelry and aromatherapy businesses rebranding our 20 year RAFFI Institute brand.
Visit https://www.youraromatherapist.com/ for a sneak peak at our Path to Peace Courses and Aromatherapy products.

Very soon we will be having a prelaunch at our new ATL headquarters where you can explore all of our products and services:

The RB Solution Center
2255 Cumberland, Bdg 1600
Suite B-183
Atlanta, GA 30339
Explore The RB Solution Center!

will transition from focusing on health and wellness to focusing more on Education Support Services for our youth - emotional, mental, physical and a big focus on financial literacy for our girls.
For a sneak peak visit:
https://www.raffiinstitute.org/

Feel free to visit the beacon link similar to linktree in our profile for our current offerings:
https://beacons.ai/iamshannonjohnson

Shabbat Shalom Beautiful People!

Four Years ago on my dad’s 4th Heavenly birthday, 10/30/20, I met a beautiful, strong, extremely gifted woman, Pastor Lynnd Adams. My first business coach, Snow Michelle, President and Executive Coach of Michelle Snow Company https://www.facebook.com/michellesnowcompany - referred me to her and gifted her an AromaTouch session done by Your Aromatherapist - ME!

In my business, the use of the AromaTouch technique is a hands on oil application from the spine to the head and the feet of 8 of our precious doTerra essential oils. This technique lasts about 45 minutes and helps support the following areas: stress, immune support, inflammation bringing the body back to homeostasis. You can find out more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Krtj_2selY&t=2s

After that time, on occasion we would interact on facebook…liking and commenting on each other’s posts…sending a Shabbat Shalom here and there.

Imagine my surprise when she invited me to her Royal Birthday Celebration this past January and then later through facebook I discovered I was going to be one of the award recipients at her birthday party. On her birthday she was actually honoring others myself included - me for my work with Aromatherapy over the last 20 years.

How shocking! The Most High using a woman I met one time and had little interaction with over the last 4 years to commission me to go forward all the more in the ministry of helping others heal using natural methods and my beloved doTERRA Essential Oils.

I also want to thank her for this honor and the kind words shared during her birthday celebration. It was the catalyst leading the way in many big things you will see from RAFFI Institute as we enter 2024 (Hebrew New Year is 3/2/24!)

Join Pastor Lynn on yet another milestone - the Grand Opening of the New Beginnings Transformation Outreach Center on Sunday, April 14th from 1-2:30pm. Peace and blessings to Pastor Lynn as she continues to support the community that needs her most, impacting others for Christ.

Happy Friday Beautiful People!
Thanks to my good friend Sheeneta, we decided to offer a virtual option for our Aromatherapy Class next Wednesday! This will be a hands on interactive session!

Even if you do not have access to essential oils at home, there are other activities you can participate in with us!

After you register for the "VIRTUAL OPTION," text "SEND ME THE LINK" to 484.440.9428 to get access to your first activity!

Virtual Registration Link:
https://breathewithmeworld.eventbrite.com

SEE YOU WEDNESDAY!

Introducing B.A.M (Breathing, Aromatherapy and Movement) for Health! Explore the possibilities of Essential Oils with Your Aromatherapist Shannon Johnson

Happy Friday Beautiful People!
Thanks to my good friend Sheeneta, we decided to offer a virtual option for our Aromatherapy Class next Wednesday! This will be a hands on interactive session!

Even if you do not have access to essential oils at home, there are other activities you can participate in with us!

After you register for the "VIRTUAL OPTION," text "SEND ME THE LINK" to 484.440.9428 to get access to your first activity!

Virtual Registration Link:
https://breathewithmeatlanta.eventbrite.com

SEE YOU WEDNESDAY!

Introducing B.A.M (Breathing, Aromatherapy and Movement) for Health! Explore the possibilities of Essential Oils with Your Aromatherapist Shannon Johnson

Over the years, many have shared with me the benefits of breathing. This article does an amazong job at explaining exactly what happens when we take a moment or two to breathe...it also goes into the benefits of holding your breath - not to the point where you pass out - but just for a few seconds or minutes...Try it! You may just elevate yourself to another level by adding to to your relaxation routine!

Benefits Of Holding Your Breath: How Can It Affect Your Body? Breathing is vital, but what about holding your breath? Read on about the benefits of holding your breath, how to do it properly, and what are its risks.

I love this article from Noom sharing essential oils they recommend for weight loss and why. You can support our work and purchase our recommended certified pure therapeutic grade oils here:

https://www.doterra.com/US/en/site/raffiinstitute

If you have questions or would like a free sample of any of these oils, comment below or inbox us.

Business Site Home Page | dōTERRA Essential Oils Discover how essential oils can transform the way you manage your health.

Blessed 3rd Day of the Week to You All...
**WHO'S READY TO GIVE ME SOME FEEDBACK??**

Every morning, I do a check-in with myself....what do I want to embrace...what do I want to release...
Yesterday, I RELEASED mistrust and EMBRACED silence...today I RELEASE sadness and EMBRACE happiness.

Of the following, if you have to choose JUST ONE, which do you need to to RELEASE the most TODAY:
Anger, Frustration, Jealously, Envy, Hate, Cruelty, Impatience Worry, Anxiety, Mistrust, Sadness, Depression, Fear

Of the following, if you have to choose JUST ONE, which do you need to to EMBRACE the most TODAY:
Kindness, Generosity, Love, Joy, Happiness, Fairness, Openness, Courage, Righteousness, Gentleness, Calmness, Silence

Comment below and I will respond with the body system that is effected based on what you share in the comments!

So... in the comments, your statements should say...I RELEASE ________ and I EMBRACE ____________ and please choose a GIF that focuses on what you want to embrace!

How many of you have heard of the Circadian Rhythm diet? Interesting article....

https://www.today.com/health/what-circadian-rhythm-diet-how-eat-sun-t149238

What is the circadian rhythm diet? How to eat with the sun By aligning your food with your circadian rhythm, you can help maximize weight loss, energy and overall health.

Greetings Everyone.

I found this amazing article sharing 6 essential oils that are helpful for releasing weight:
1. Grapefruit
2. Lemon
3. Juniper Berry
4. Pepper
5. Ginger
6. Lavender

This week, we will be sending free samples of grapefruit. It is one of the best essential oils to assist with healthy metabolism and to support those needing support releasing weight. Send me a DM with your email for instructions on receiving your sample.

6 Essential Oils for Weight Loss - Discover the Best Oils to Lose Weight What are the best essential oils for weight loss? Discover 6 oils that can help you shed pounds and feel better.