Episode 62: Unlearning Religion, Relearning God | Shakethia Queen Robertson

In this soulful and thought-provoking episode, Dr. Kristian is joined by Shakethia Queen Robertson, founder of Sacred Spaces Yoga, for an honest conversation about mental health, faith, and finding community outside of traditional spaces. Together, they unpack the work of unlearning cultural norms around therapy, Black womanhood, and what it means to heal both spiritually and emotionally. Queen shares how therapy, progressive faith communities, and building a digital church experience transformed her connection to God and herself.

Callout Quote:
"God was always with me—whether holding my hand, leading me from the front, or pushing me from behind."

Biggest Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss:

• Therapy is not a last resort—it’s a consistent act of self-care, just like your annual doctor’s visits.
  
• Healing requires unlearning traditions that no longer serve you
  
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are a financial tool for therapy, massage, and holistic health—everyone should have one.
  
• Community is not optional. It’s the foundation for growth, healing, and spiritual expansion.
  

Check Out These Highlights:

• Your friends are not your therapist, your pastor is not your therapist. We have to seek professional help. [00:37:31]
• We have to get comfortable with therapy. It doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re committed to being better.  [00:38:21]
• We’re not meant to do life alone. Find community wherever you can—church, yoga, Facebook groups, your child’s soccer team.” [00:43:43]
  

Memorable Quotes:

• “We don’t go to the doctor only when something is wrong. Why treat therapy any differently?”
  
• “Community isn’t just marriage—it’s people who hold you accountable, love you, and grow with you.”
  
• “God isn’t limited to a building. There are infinite ways to experience the Divine.”
  
• “Unlearning can bring loneliness, doubt, and fear—but God is still right there, evolving with you.”