Wellness Shop
Curated Resources for Healing, Stillness, and Understanding
“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” — Proverbs 4:7
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Welcome to the Wellness Shop
Friend, this space is curated for those who long for resources that restore — tools for stillness, meditation, reflection, and deeper understanding of the mind, body, and spirit. These are the candles, books, and bookmarks Dr. Navita has hand-selected to support your wellness journey alongside the Word.
Each resource here is chosen with intention: to create sacred space in your home, to nourish the mind with wisdom, and to keep Scripture close through every season. Whether you are healing, seeking, or simply resting — may these tools meet you where you are.
"Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” — Proverbs 4:7
Candles
Creating Safe Spaces for Prayer and Reflection
AOOVOO 6 Scented Candles for Women, 21oz
A luxurious 21oz soy candle crafted to create a sanctuary of stillness in your home. Rich, calming fragrance fills your prayer space with warmth — perfect for morning devotions, evening reflection, and the quiet moments when you need to hear God’s voice clearly.
AOOVOO 6 Scented Candles for Men, 42oz
A bold 42oz soy candle with masculine, grounding fragrance — cedar, leather, and warm spice notes that transform any room into a space for prayer, study, and reflection. A meaningful gift for the man who needs stillness in his walk with God.
A Word from Dr. Navita
The foundation of Perseverance Academy™ is The Perseverance Model™ — also known as DTI-BB-MHE™: Digital, Trauma-Informed, Biblically-Based, Mental Health Education. This original, trauma-informed framework, developed through my doctoral research, more than sixteen years of clinical practice, and fifteen years of teaching ministry, pairs biblical narratives with contemporary mental health realities to help the faith community name what they are carrying and find language for healing.
The books below are not the foundation of The Perseverance Model™. They are trusted companions — recommended reading from voices I respect in the fields of trauma, mental health, and spiritual wellness. These works have informed my thinking over the years and may deepen your own understanding as you walk through the courses. Read them slowly. Let them sit. And return to Scripture as your anchor.
— Dr. Navita K.J. Johnson-Belcher, DMin., LPC, LCDC, CART, Ordained and Licensed Minister, U.S. Air Force Veteran
Books
Recommended Reading for Healing and Understanding
The Body Keeps the Score
Bessel van der Kolk’s foundational work on how trauma reshapes the body and brain — and the pathways to healing. A widely referenced text in trauma-informed care.
My Grandmother’s Hands
Resmaa Menakem’s powerful exploration of racialized trauma and the body — offering pathways to healing across generations. Essential reading for understanding how trauma lives in Black bodies and communities.
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health
Dr. Rheeda Walker’s direct, culturally-grounded guide to navigating mental health as a Black person. Addresses stigma, suicide prevention, and the importance of seeking care without shame.
Spiritual Hygiene
Iyanla Vanzant’s wisdom on tending to the soul with the same care we give the body. Daily practices for clearing, centering, and staying spiritually well in a world that pulls at our peace.
Tools for Reflection & Connection
Color-Coded Scripture, Faith Conversations, and Quiet Companions for the Journey
Read This When Bible Verses Jar — For Her
A beautifully crafted glass jar filled with color-coded Scripture cards organized by emotion — drawing wisdom from God's Word for moments of joy, gratitude, sadness, anxiety, anger, and loneliness. When the heart feels heavy or the day feels uncertain, reach in, unfold a card, and let Scripture meet you exactly where you are. A meaningful companion for daily devotion, prayer journaling, and the quiet practice of bringing every emotion to God.
Magnetic Scripture Bookmarks — Blessing From Above (Set of 6)
Slim magnetic page markers from Christian Art Gifts featuring soft floral and butterfly artwork paired with uplifting Scripture. Each bookmark folds gently over the page, holding your place without bending or creasing the delicate pages of your Bible, journal, or favorite devotional. A graceful tool for the woman who marks Scripture often and treasures her reading well. Set of 6, USA-designed.
Magnetic Scripture Bookmarks — Faith, Hope, Love (Set of 6)
A unisex magnetic bookmark set anchored in 1 Corinthians 13:13 — "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." Featuring soft pink rose botanicals and elegant Scripture, these slim page markers are made for couples, families, and households where the Word is shared between hearts. A meaningful gift for anniversaries, weddings, and seasons of sacred partnership. Set of 6, USA-designed.
Read This When Bible Verse Jar — For Him
A grounded, masculine companion designed for the men carrying the weight of leadership, fatherhood, and faith. This Scripture jar pairs God's Word with the everyday realities men face — purpose, perseverance, courage, and quiet strength. A meaningful gift for husbands, fathers, sons, and brothers who lead with the Word and walk with the Spirit. Reach in, draw a verse, and let Scripture steady the soul.
Magnetic Scripture Bookmarks — Strong & Courageous
(Set of 6)
Bold magnetic page markers from Christian Art Gifts featuring lion imagery and warrior Scripture — anchored in Joshua 1:9 and the call to be strong and courageous. Designed in rich brown, black, and gray tones, these slim, sturdy bookmarks fold securely over the page without bulk. A meaningful accessory for the man who leads from the Word and refuses to dog-ear his Bible. Set of 6, USA-designed.
Personalized Leather Magnetic Bookmark with Pen Holder
A premium leather bookmark unlike any other — featuring a built-in pen sleeve and inspired by Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." The magnetic clasp holds your page without damaging delicate Bible paper, while the pen holder keeps your study tool always within reach. A meaningful gift for graduations, ordinations, milestone birthdays, and the seasoned student of the Word who marks, journals, and underlines as they go. Available in rich brown leather.
Talking Point Cards — Christian Edition (200 Conversation Cards)
Designed by ministry and communication professionals with over a decade of experience, these 200 thoughtfully crafted cards open the door to meaningful conversations about faith, the world around us, personal beliefs, and biblical truths. Non-denominational, non-confrontational, and accessible for ages 5 and up — perfect for family devotionals, dinner table conversations, small group studies, and youth ministry. A gentle invitation to bring faith off the page and into everyday life together.
Psalm 147:3
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3
