The Wisdom of Nyansapo & a Culturally Rooted Practice
Nyansapo, which translates to "wisdom knot," is an Adinkra symbol from the Akan people of West Africa. This powerful symbol represents wisdom, ingenuity, patience, and strategic thinking—the capacity to choose the best means to attain a goal.
The ROOTED Mind Practice draws from this ancient wisdom to create a modern framework for healing fragmentation and cultivating integrated intelligence across all dimensions of your life.
The ROOTED Framework: Your Integration Blueprint
R: Radical Ritualization of SELF and Reflection
Integration of mind-body-soul through intentional rituals that honor all versions of self—dream self, ancestral self, purpose self, professional self.
When practised regularly: Your personal rituals become the foundation for professional presence and purpose activation.
O: Observation of Cultural Beliefs, Values and Action
Cultivating mindful observation to gain deeper insights into yourself and the systems around you.
When practised regularly: You recognize patterns of fragmentation and integration across personal, professional, and purpose dimensions.
O: Ori Orientation - Understanding the 4 Domains of SELF
Aligning actions with your higher purpose and inner wisdom. Ori (Yoruba for "head") symbolizes your inner consciousness and destiny.
When practised regularly: Your personal choices, professional decisions, and purpose work align with your highest self.
T: TEA Talks - Whose Narrative Is On Your Self-Talk Tape?
Engaging in trans formative conversations that drive Truth, Empathy, and Awareness about your thinking, emotions, and actions.
When practised regularly: Your internal dialogue supports integration rather than reinforcing fragmentation.
E: Elemental Purpose and Emotional Intelligence
Harnessing the elements (earth, water, fire, mineral, nature) to connect with your intrinsic purpose and develop culturally relevant emotional intelligence.
When practised regularly: Your emotional intelligence becomes a bridge connecting personal insight, professional effectiveness, and purpose expression.
D: Discipline, Design and Desired Outcome
Intentionally designing your life by aligning your desires and purpose with your goals, incorporating ancestral wisdom in strategic planning.
When practised regularly: Your life design integrates personal joy, professional impact, and purpose fulfillment.
Your ROOTED Mind Practice Learning Resources
Begin Your Practice Today
I invite you to start with a simple 10-minute daily ROOTED ritual. Notice which dimensions of your life feel disconnected, and bring compassionate awareness to these places of fragmentation.
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