Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center provides healthy living education and resources to address critical health issues such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension P.O.Box 280221 Nashville,Tennessee 37228 (615) 852-6203
The bond between mother and daughter is a great experience... especially when mother and daughter overcome, dis-ease, hardship, and obesity together. Trazana & Azizah are that duo..Both suffering from diabetes, high-blood pressure, depression, and many more illnesses that stem from obesity. With a collective of over 200lbs lost.. these women know the secret to ultimate weight-loss..
2004
Trazana's Story:
2006
"For ears I suffered from and was diagnosed with hypertension, pre diabetes, and obesity. A one time I weighed in at 320 lbs at my height of 5'4" 1/4" tall. I was absolutely miserable! Everything about me was hurting, my mind, my spirit and my body. I could not walk two feet without being out of breath. I felt as though my entire life was crumbling around me. Before the age of 40 I had several major surgeries, which included, removing my tonsils, adenoids, gallbladder, uterus, and a blood transfusion. My health continued to deteriorate, besides developing upper respiratory problems, I stayed sick all the time. Missing work and other activities all because I did not feel week. My medications were costing me over $300 per month and that was with insurance."
2007
Azizah story:
2010
"At the age of 22 I was was diagnosed with diabetes after giving birth to my 2nd child.. along with already dealing with high-blood pressure I knew if I kept up with my current life style I would not live to see 40. At 236 lbs I was depressed and unhappy with myself.. I knew I needed to make a change for the sake of my health and my children health."
What was the Changed?
2010
In 2004, Trazana decided she wanted to live Azizah 17 at the time followed in her foot steps. We loved food, and wanted to find ways of preparing food that was good for us but still tasteful. Trazana began seeking and searching for ways to lose weight." I read books, joined several weight loss programs, local and national. By 2006, I was on what appeared to be a see-saw. I had tried everything! Considering I had not eaten beef or pork since 1995. I thought there was no hope, and my doctors told me I would be on medication for the rest of my life. My weight and health was up and down. I refused to go through weight loss surgery after it was recommended by my physician. I started asking more questions and seeking more answers".
2011
In 2008 after the birth of her child and the news of being a diabetic Azizah began her quest for natural ways to heal... One day, my mom called me from Tennessee, ( I living in Cincinnati at the time) she had just seen the movie Food Inc. and shared with me how it changed her whole outlook on the food we eat.
2011
Thus the journey began... Trazana & Azizah transformed their lives by educating themselves on natural food, herbs, and a holistic way of living. Making food her priority Trazana is now a author, premculturist and Founder / Executive Director of Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center who's mission is to educate the community on the importance of healthy foods , ecopreneurship and sustainable living.. as well as providing a natural foods market for the North Nashville Community. Azizah is now a author, natural herbalist, healer, and talk show host of Return to Balance is making it her mission to teach other how they can transform themselves by searching deep within to unlock the emotional roadblocks that cause dis-ease. Together these woman are prime examples that healthy living requires a complete lifestyle change of mind body and spirit.
2011
Trazana in her garden
Azizah
Performing emotional clearing 2011
Sharing with the world their story of success Trazana & Azizah are starting their very own life transformation program to assist others on their journey of self renewal. The Eat to Live Program will be available November 11, 2011 to the world and as a special incentive Trazana & Azizah will open a contest for two lucky individuals to try the program completely free. The lucky winners will not only receive the free program, but they will be coached personally by Trazana & Azizah for the duration of the program. To enter into the contest go to www.returntobalance.webs.com
To learn more about Trazana and Azizah Journey check out www.returntobalance.webs.com
Peace, Love and Light! My name is Trazana Staples, I am the Founder/Executive Director of Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center. I want to fulfill my passion to help and support the community in making available natural, healthy sustainable foods in what we know as ‘Food Deserts’ in poverty stricken neighborhoods.
For years I suffered from and was diagnosed with hypertension, pre-diabetes, and obesity. At one time I weighed in at 320 lbs at my height of 5'4 1/4" tall. I was absolutely miserable! Everything about me was hurting, my mind, my spirit, and my body. I could not walk two feet without being out of breath. I felt as though my entire life was crumbling around me. Before the age of 40 I had several major surgeries, which included, removing my tonsils, adenoids, gallbladder, uterus, and a blood transfusion. My health continued to deteriorate, besides developing upper respiratory problems, I stayed sick all the time. Missing work and other activities all because I did not feel well. My medications were costing me over $300 per month and that was with insurance.
In 2004, I decided I wanted to live. I loved food, and wanted to find ways of preparing food that was good for me but still tasteful. I also began seeking and searching for ways to lose weight. I read books, joined several weight loss programs, local and national. By 2006, I was on what appeared to be a see-saw. I had tried everything! Considering I had not eaten beef or pork since 1995. I thought there was no hope, and my doctors told me I would be on medication for the rest of my life. My weight and health was up and down. I refused to go through weight loss surgery after it was recommended by my physician. I started asking more questions and seeking more answers.
Then one by one, although years a part, The Creator began sending people into my life to help me while on my journey. People who would either support me, encourage me, and/or give me helpful advice and tips. For them I am so grateful. I will always hold dear to my heart, Shronder Gentry, Iris Wray, Sizwe Herring, Willam Scruggs, Cherokee Lewis, Djehuty Ma'at Ra, and Dr. Jeff Menszie (J. Menaq). With their help and support, I discovered wellness activities, new ways of eating; preparing my food, and gardening. I learned about full body detoxing, meditation, yoga and metaphysics. I was given a new look on life and discovered that healthy living was not a 'get well quick' pill, but a lifestyle change.
Today, although I am still on my weight loss journey, I have lost over 130lbs. I am no longer on medication of any kind, I can breath, walk, run, swim, and garden. There is nothing I can not do. I am enjoying my life!
Being healthy required a well rounded state of mind. Not only did I have to get my body right, I had to get my mental frame of mind, and my spirit right. I had to change the way I thought about food. I had to learn who I was, and learn to love myself. I had to spend time and become one with nature. I had to learn how to forgive by releasing hurts, pains, and disappointments that occurred throughout my life. I had to learn to build healthy relationships and participate in community. A healthy lifestyle, Mind, Body, and Spirit is a daily application. I chose to live and enjoy the life given to me.
It is my desire to share with my community and the world the resources I found on my journey. My journey to healthy living unlocked many doors: sustainability, Green jobs, saving the earth, permaculture, and making new friends.
My ultimate goal is to have an natural foods market in the community in which I live, which is a 'food desert', until then, Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center is dedicated to educate support and outreach for those seeking healither ways of eating and living. We have a backyard sanctuary and a 15 bed community garden, however we need your support to continue on our mission to help support others in taking control of their lives to be happy and healthy.
Trazana has a Bachelor's degree in Management and Human Relations from Trevecca Nazarene University and an Associate’s Degree from Xavier University in Criminal Justice. She has over fifteen years of progressive administration and management experience working as a community organizer and with various community organizations. Trazana is also active with the Green Jobs Task Force of Davidson County, Tennessee Alliance for Progress, and EarthMatters TN. She has volunteered with Health Care For America Now and Organizing for America Now. She is affiliated with several community organizations such as; The Urban EpiCenter, Re/Storing Nashville Program, and Community Food Advocates. In addition, she an author, song writer, mother and grandmother.
Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center from it’s creation and envision was always designed to be a another avenue of resources and support for the community. The Founder, Trazana Staples, overcame her personal health and life challenges and wanted to share with her community and the world a more sustainable way of healthy living.
It is our goal is to ultimately have a natural foods market along with the services we provide to help support those wanting to live healthier sustainable lives. Until then, we are focusing on healthy living education outreach from a holistic point of view. Our services include, and are not limited to; G.R.A.C.E. ( Gardening, Recycling, Action/Activism, Composting, Education), financial empowerment, spiritual alignment, cleansing, detoxing, healthy & positive relationship building, and ecopreneurship (Green Jobs).
Our partners: Partners in Prosperity, Renee Bobb Enterprises, Mamushi Nature Farm, Return to Balance, Ray of Light Studios, Thaxton Abshalom Waters, and It’s A Family Affair Catering are contracted for several of our services offered such as yoga, video production, gardening, vegan and vegetarian catering, chakra balancing, visual art, book publishing, financial empowerment, and healthy food preparation.
We want to help and support the community in being healthy and happy. We know and have heard about the critical health epidemics in communities such as; hypertension, diabetes, cancer, and obesity in our communities which are considered ‘Food Deserts’. We know the problems that our communities face in economics, health, and education. Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center was birthed to help bring forth solutions for those wanting to take control of their lives. We want YOU to know; ‘what to eat’, ‘when to eat’, ‘how to eat’, ‘what are Green Jobs’, ‘how to create a Green Business’, ‘how to align your mind body and spirit’, “and how to build and maintain healthy relationships’ as a defense against depression and other challenges that life may bring. We want to be your ‘One Stop Shop’ for all the resources you need when it comes to healthy living.
What to expect from the Total Health, Healing, and Well Being Seminar
We have three dynamic speakers donating their time to Another Avenue Cultural Resource Center to help bring forth awareness and uplift the importance in taking control of ones life to be healthy and happy; mind, body and spirit. If you attend this seminar on November 12, 2011 in person or on live stream you can expect to walk away with keys to help you on your journey of living a positive healthy happy abundant life. Your life will be transformed and your outlook will never be the same again.
Our presenters are bringing FIRE, BRIMSTONE ,and TRUTH about food, healthy lifestyles, relationships, spirituality, and financial empowerment. Be open and prepared for your life to be transformed into a more vibrant healthier you!
TOTAL HEALTH,HEALING & WELL BEING SEMINAR
A LIFE CHANGING EVENT YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!
Djehuty Ma’at Ra
is owner of Djehuty’s Health Store, is an world renown international Herbalist. His expertise has been sought after by various entertainers and world leaders. He is also an expert health researcher, hygienist, metaphysician, occultist, hermeticist, gnostic, writer, jurisperitus, ecopreneur, motivational speaker, life guide/coach, thought minister, astrologist, student of life, prosperity coach, relationship counselor, career advisor, and life magician. His world famous natural products can be found on http://www.Dhealthstore.com
Huni Bak Atun
has over 27 years of Metaphysical education and uses what he has learned through his studies of various religions to help others connect the dots to spirituality and relationships. “My journey here On Plan ET Earth has allowed me to have a personal experience to be able to seek the truth, speak the truth, and be The Truth. Only the sincere at heart and mind will see through all of the lies that have caused this blanket of ignorance, not only to be pulled over the eyes but the entire body. How can one expect to know the truth accept the truth if one doesn't take time to investigate? I am sent to help liberate the mind, heart, soul, and body, and No Lies will be able to stand against it! Self evidence is the key that will free you but only if You let it. Amunu.”
J. Menaq (Dr. Jeff Menzise)
is a doctor of clinical psychology, certified hypnotist, researcher, professor, holistic health consultant, initiated and ordained multi-faith priest/minister, author, certified Kemetic Yoga teacher (level 1), reiki master, life coach and consultant. He has worked extensively in matters concerning holistic health, mind, body & spirit alignment, marriage and family planning, self-development, initiation and rites of passage program development, life purpose guidance, meditation, yoga and pranic healing.
Dr. Menzise uses both modern and ancient techniques in his craft including meditation, yoga, chi (qi) gong, spiritual cultivation, principles of modern psychotherapy, crystals, stones, botanical essences, creative visualization, reiki, hypnosis, Kundalini and Tantric instruction, Pranayama breathing modalities, pranic healing techniques, herbs and meal planning. He has received strong support and praise from various organizations, individuals, couples and families and is excited to make these services available to you.
LET THE HEALING BEGIN!!!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
9am – 4pm
Nashville Friends Meeting
530 26th Avenue North
Nashville, Tennessee 37209
$25 includes a Continental breakfast, lunch, and lecture materials
