Founder of Jijivisha Holistic & Creator of Light The Mic
Some people survive life.
Jameela Hill chose to live it.. loudly, intentionally, and with purpose.
The creator of Jijivisha Holistic and the force behind Light The Mic, Jameela’s journey is more than a story—it’s a movement rooted in rebirth, resistance, and radical self-awareness.
💗 THE ROOT: A MISSION BORN FROM SURVIVAL
After surviving a stroke at 30, battling depression, and navigating burnout, Jameela turned pain into purpose. Her brand, Jijivisha, is a Sanskrit word meaning “the desire to live and keep living.” That phrase is no accident—it’s the heartbeat of her mission.
Whether guiding others through trauma-informed yoga, Purpose-Filled Pause™ rest coaching, or curated creative workshops, Jameela’s work centers around one sacred truth:
We all deserve to stay. To breathe. To be.
Her spark? Her daughter.
“When I was struggling with suicidal thoughts… the only clear reason I had to stay was her. That clarity became a seed—and eventually, a full-on system of care, connection, and cultural grounding.”
💫 PIVOTAL MOMENTS: THE STROKE THAT SHIFTED EVERYTHING
Jameela’s legacy didn’t begin with ease—it was forged in fire.
At 25, the birth of her daughter, Butter, ignited her desire to live differently. But it wasn’t until a stroke at age 30 that she truly paused and rerouted.
“It wasn’t just a health crisis—it was a spiritual reroute,” she shares.
From that moment on, she made a sacred vow:
No more hiding. No more numbing through work. No more playing small.
Instead, she chose healing and evolution:
🧘🏾 Became a 500hr certified yoga instructor
🌸 Trained as a full-spectrum doula
🎨 Completed an artist residency
💃🏾 Joined a dance team at 37
It was in this period of radical self-honesty that the Purpose-Filled Pause™ system was born, a blueprint for healing that honors rest, creativity, and community care.
👁️ THE VISION: PRESENCE OVER PERFECTION
What does Jameela hope people feel in her presence?
“Safe. Seen. Sparked.”
She’s not here to fix people—she’s here to hold space so they can remember their own power.
Through both digital platforms and in-person experiences, Jameela is building a legacy of rest, ritual, and realness. Her dream is a world where:
• Healing is possible
• Rest is non-negotiable
• Art is sacred
• Joy doesn’t require perfection
🌱 LEGACY, DEFINED
For Jameela, legacy isn’t just about what you achieve.
It’s about what you leave behind that helps others grow.
“Legacy is what lives in the atmosphere after you’re gone…
the systems you leave behind to make care, creativity, or clarity easier for the next person.”
Her life’s work is living proof: honest reflection, brave rest, safe community, and joy are not just ideals—they’re essential practices.
🗣️ IF YOU REMEMBER ONE THING…
“You don’t have to be fully healed to start creating beauty.
You don’t have to feel fearless to be brave.
You just have to stay, stay curious, stay open, stay here.
Do That Shit Scared.”
This is the unapologetic truth Jameela lives and teaches daily.
🚨 UPCOMING EVENTS — MARK YOUR CALENDAR
🎤 NEXT UP: Light The Mic Artist Showcase
🗓 Thursday, July 18th
📍The Splinter Collective, Tucson
🔥 This community-powered artist showcase is entering its third year—and this edition will be unforgettable. Featuring spoken word, music, storytelling, and immersive vibes, this space celebrates Black and Brown creativity like no other. Dinner included.
🎤 Artist call still open! Apply now.
🎉 More Events & Projects in Motion:
• Healthy Hotgirl Summer 🌿
A healing-centered series on sisterhood, rest, reflection, and embodied self-work.
• Single-Artist Immersive Showcases 🎨
Funded by a new grant, these shows spotlight one artist per night, going deep into the story behind the art.
• Black Met Gala: SuperFINE ✨
A groundbreaking celebration of Black artistry and fashion in October 2025. Calling all wearable artists + jewelry designers!
• “Arizona in the West” Art Show 🖼
📍 At the DoubleTree, week of July 20–27
A collaboration with the Tucson Buffalo Soldiers Chapter and We Make Art Collective.
• Tucson’s First All-Black Burlesque Production 🔥
June 27th at TABU. Jameela will be performing live!
✨ CONNECT & SUPPORT
Want to experience the fullness of Jameela’s work?
💻 Explore her offerings, book a session, or join an event:
Follow her journey:
📲 Instagram: @jijivishaholistic @lightthemicfriday
❤️ Thank you, Jameela
Thank you for showing us that legacy is not something you wait to create.
It’s something you live out loud, on purpose, every single day.
And thank you for holding a mirror to our hearts, so we remember to stay…
even when it’s hard.
Especially then!
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