Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Adanna Perry. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Adanna, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Do you think your parents have had a meaningful impact on you and your journey?

My parents set the stage for me to pursue my passions. Growing up, they exposed us to holistic forms of healing, which unknowingly led me down the path to becoming an herbalist. Despite living in the concrete jungle of NYC, they always found ways to ensure I experienced nature—whether through trips to the Botanical Garden or spending time in our backyard playing with dirt. My dad would tell me stories about visiting our family’s land in Virginia and what it was like to be on the farm. They encouraged me to cultivate a connection with the land, and my journey as an herbalist has, in turn, helped them reconnect with the Earth and our lineage.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

Adanna Perry is an educator, yoga instructor, mind-body wellness facilitator, and herbalist. My journey into the wellness industry began with my desire to heal myself. I am the founder of a wellness collective for Black women, Sisters of the Sun. Through this platform, I have led healing circles, yoga classes, book clubs, and various other offerings that foster healing among Black women. Sisters of the Sun utilizes a Black feminist framework to help create new worlds for Black women.

As a yoga instructor, I love supporting people in being present in their bodies and increasing their bodily awareness. As an herbalist, I am continually amazed by the many ways we can utilize plants to heal and transform our bodies. I am most proud of my ability to infuse play and healing in a way that is accessible to my community.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

When the idea of starting a wellness collective for Black women first came to me, I was hesitant and afraid. I knew there were other healing platforms already in existence, so I doubted the necessity of creating a new one. Someone reminded me that multiple water companies exist, so why let the existence of other organizations stop me? This reminder helped me put things into perspective. I had to unlearn the idea that only one person can be successful. Now, I am aware that there is enough space for all of us to win.

Other than training/knowledge, what do you think is most helpful for succeeding in your field?

Beyond training and knowledge, being authentic is key to success for me. It is easy to compare yourself and your journey to those around you or to people who have served as an inspiration. However, one thing that always grounds me is the reminder that what sets me apart from others in my field is that I always show up as myself. My offerings will always be unique because I infuse them with my own essence and personal touch.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.sistersoftheesun.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sistersoftheesun/

Image Credits

Lizzy Tijani