Today we’d like to introduce you to Goddess Kyrra.
Hi Goddess, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I have always had a passion for creation, and honestly, it started early on in my youth. I would uniquely style my outfits for school (i.e., adding colorful paper clips to my shoes to match my shirt lol). I was into writing, photography, painting, dancing, digital art and design, journalism, and video broadcasting. Eventually, I came to realize that I am indeed a multifaceted artist. There really isn’t one thing that I do over the other, but instead, I maneuver my creative talent to adapt to each subject accordingly. Lately, as I’ve dived into my own personal spiritual journey, and tapped into my purpose, writing has become my biggest passion. That is how I arrived in this space that I am in now. Currently curating my first ever poetry book, while also traveling and speaking at different open mics, Modeling for diverse photographers, and painting my heart out. My knack for speaking the truth and expressing my life experiences through words is what has carried me to this exciting point in my life. I have my own YouTube channel where I speak my truth, share personal experiences in hopes of helping and healing others, and often times dance videos where people get to see a bit more of my fun side. How I got to where I am today, I will accredit that to my journey to self-love. I actually taught a course on this over the summer last year, and it was the best experience! You may be talented, you may be creative, but until you love yourself completely and release all fears and doubts within your ego (mind), you will not move in the direction you are destined to. It took me years to even consider myself an artist and believe that people actually like or desire to have my works of art. Now I am in the position to thrive and flourish because I finally love, care, and trust in myself and my craft. That is how I got to where I am today. I am so happy to share!
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle-free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
Has the road been smooth on my journey, absolutely not. If you don’t know, I am a mother of two boys, at the age of 25 and it has pushed me to be more mature, more wise, and more patient. In my last years of college, I met my soul mate, and upon graduating I became pregnant. Eager to start my own journey, I set out to travel the world and explore, as I had always intended. Being pregnant definitely presented the first challenges for me. My money dwindled fast, my eagerness to work was there, but my situation brought on a lot of difficulties. Eventually, I became homeless, living in Atlanta, GA. However, I did not give up hope. There were many times I felt like dying, but I knew I was destined for greatness so I prevailed. I made connections, I networked, I worked on my craft, and somehow landed in the beautiful city of San Francisco, California. This is where I lived for two years and it completely changed the way I viewed the world. Of course, this journey took a toll on me, I became pregnant again, and my marriage was dwindling. I was only like 22-23 years old at the time, so my mental state was very unhealthy. I had been hit with adulthood, I had isolated myself from my family, and I was all the way across the world in a new state. It’s honestly my favorite time to talk about in my journey. It pushed me to be who I am today. I was so broken down, but there was always this little voice in my head that would say, “Don’t give up! This isn’t the end!” Now, anytime I get sad or depressed, I reflect back on my journey. It not only brought me to my lowest points, but it also brought me to my highest. I believe you can’t learn unless you fail. If you are always succeeding, how will you know how to get back up when you fall? Sometimes rejection, failing, or falling down is a positive pivot in the direction meant for you. Life is not about the destination, but the journey. Are you paying attention?
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
As an artist, I do many things. I model, I write, I speak, I dance, I paint. All these things have brought me to higher places and higher commission. However, what I specialize in is creative writing (i.e., poetry) and public speaking (motivational, inspirational). On my social media platforms, you can find me spitting a few lines in my posts or sharing some guided advice on my YouTube channel. Recently my video has reached over 300 people! I am super hype about this response. I am known to be a natural, freeform, hippie, spiritual woman. People from all over come to me for health advice (mental or physical), motivation, or words of encouragement. I never take a break on healing. I am honestly the most proud of my poetry work. I have a knack for writing in a way that delivers the message to one smoothly, silky, and wisely. I have written many stories, articles, skits, but my poetry always takes the cake for me. I believe the thing that sets me apart from most people is my balance. I feel like, as people, we are always trying to pick one side over the other, without realizing that there is another side, both. In life, I am always finding myself standing for both sides because that is the most beautiful one. The area that is the white space in art, that is both sides. And if we are to grow as a whole in this world, we must appreciate that both sides are right, both sides are valuable, both sides are just. We must accept and move on. This is what brings me joy, the ability to appreciate life as a whole without creating a divide. After all, we are one, despite our differences.
Is there anyone you’d like to thank or give credit to?
I have had so many diverse individuals who have helped me along my journey, to get to where I am today. I will mention my beautiful mother, Terri, first because she has always been my cheerleader. Even more so now, she is the best grandmother to my children, the most supportive physically, mentally, and spiritually. She truly keeps me grounded in my purpose. My best friend, Jasmine, is another huge supporter in my life. We have been friends since high school, so 10 years…wow! Even to this day, she is a huge supporter in my endeavors, you will get to see some of her talent in my upcoming poetry book. She is doing the illustrations and I can’t wait to publish! My ex-husband and the father of my children, Kian, has played a huge role in my spiritual growth and enlightenment. He pushed me to dive deeper into myself, motivated me in my lowest points, and stood by my side in troubling times. He introduced me to my favorite book, “The Alchemist,” by Paulo Cohelo, which serves as a constant reminder to stick to my purpose in life and never give up hope. I would say that he has been my personal Buddha, haha. There are many others who have helped me along the way, too many to add detail, but I will shout some out. Khepera and Sydney, Faith, Nikki, Raphael, Mama T, Greg, and many more. I love you all, you know who you are, and I thank you to infinity and beyond!
Pricing:
- Poems – $10 per poem
Contact Info:
- Email: goddesskyrra@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goddesskyrra/?hl=en
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCps6_e2tq6FLxadkNuxL0Fg
