Today we’d like to introduce you to Shado.
Hi Shado, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
With roots hailing all the way from Louisiana, (New Orleans and Baton Rouge to be precise), And a long line of heavily gifted men and women in the spirit. Miracles have always been a part of my life. But imagine my surprise when I found out there was more to me than meets the eye.
After an early start to social media posting fashion content on Instagram in 2016 and Studying Tarot for 5 Years it was time to utilize the gifts given and the knowledge gained to help those in need of answers and guidance in NEW ways. Combining Fashion & Lifestyle Content with a Spiritual twist. Connecting with my spiritual team and community to gain wisdom and guidance and spread some JOY to those in need has grown into something beyond my expectations.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
To be honest, existing outside of the norm and paving my own path has always been the challenge; it just manifests in different ways. Typical Aquarius experience in my opinion. At times shining my light has felt like being a forever outlier from an early age, Alien.
Being blessed with the ability to communicate with my Angels, Ancestors and Spiritual Guides. Some see these abilities and self expression as truly DIVINE. Being able to tap into the spiritual realms to receive messages of TRUTH for myself, as well others. I have truly brought positive change to my community as well as individual lives. Yet it hasn’t always felt like peaches and cream.
There are always those who may not understand these gifts. Or may choose to be committed to MISunderstanding who I am and what I do, out of fear or ignorance. I am no stranger to adversity. Whether it’s growing up black in majority white spaces. While learning to embrace my Chinese and Native American heritage. Being visibly Queer, androgynous or nerdy, before it was popular or socially acceptable. I always march to the beat of my own drum
Over time I’ve found my energy, my VERY essence to be polarizing; And there is power in that if you know how to use it. I’ve learned your light may run some away, but turn up the brightness because that’s how your tribe will always find you. Your authenticity will call them in.
Knowing this I choose to focus on the good and continue the mission to use my voice, my gifts, and my platform to reflect what I believe in and uplift humanity as well as my communities.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
When it comes to tarot messages, I currently specialize in providing Angelic channeled messages, and love centered readings with vicious accuracy. With the occasional messages from passed on loved ones. By fusing spiritual guidance with my own slang and personality , Unintentionally I’ve bridged the gap between traditional wellness practices and digital-first pop culture. Creating a lane inspired by others yet entirely my own.
My personal intention is to reveal what needs to be heard, honored, and brought to light for the highest good. My consistency and transparency has garnered the respect and loyalty of my collective whom I love, as well as other Leaders within the Spiritual Community in ways that have shocked even me. I am truly honored and proud of this impact.
In addition to Spiritual Content I’ve been incorporating some of my other longstanding passions such as fashion, art and food, so spiritual lifestyle content, vlogs, and even sharing local restaurants and attractions is often mixed into my rotation of content.
Any big plans?
In addition to currently creating a website to create a home base for the brand, Supporters can definitely expect to see me leaning into more fashion content SOON. While solidifying and expanding the brand, the next big endeavor is going to be MUSIC.
My family and loyal followers KNOW growing up in the church singing, and having a background musical theater since elementary school, I have been hoarding music FOR YEARS. This project has been long rumored and awaited. So for those who’ve been watching and def clocking it, Yes, the project is coming.
But this project has been in the works since 2018 officially. A Mixtape, giving me the opportunity to express my thoughts, share my story and connect with people in a new way. Because music is something that is so near and dear to my heart and also a gift that runs in the family I truly desire to put out something of quality for y’all.
So thank you to those who have been waiting patiently, and another thank you to everyone helping this project come to life. It will be worth the wait.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadothefairest/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShadotheFairest/
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@shadothefairest
