The Inner Calm Academy

02/16/2026

I hesitated before sharing this. Not because the message isn’t important — but because being fully seen in my purpose feels vulnerable. ❤️

This is "Freedom From Within," my speech at the 2025 MLK Freedom March, where I spoke about freedom within our minds, our bodies, and our nervous systems.

Dr. King fought for external liberation. Today, part of that same work is learning how to release the stress, survival patterns, and inherited burdens we carry inside.

Because true freedom isn’t only something we march for. It’s something we practice from within.

Sharing this is part of my own courage journey — choosing to show up, speak up, and trust that the message will reach who it’s meant to reach. 💜



Danielle Johnson

01/21/2026

Presence changes outcomes.

12/04/2025

So I did a thing, y'all!

After 10 intense weeks of training with the Mindfulness Center at Brown University and the School of Professional Studies, I’m officially a Mindfulness Facilitator. 🧘🏾‍♀️✨

I’m adding these skills to my toolkit in order to be of service to my people.

Mindfulness isn’t a buzzword—it’s a trainable skill. And now I get to help us build it.

This is just the beginning. Breathe with me—big things are coming. 🌬️

12/02/2025

Grateful to be the Keynote Speaker for this event!

🌟 Join us for the 30th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom March & Program! 🌟

🗓 Monday, January 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM

🚶‍♀️ March Details:
Start: Sadie Thomas Park (129 Moss St, Bryan, TX 77803)
End: Kemp Carver Elementary School (750 Bruin Trace, Bryan, TX 77803)

🎤 Program Highlights:
✨ Inspiring keynote by Danielle Johnson, Chief Calm Officer of The Inner Calm Academy
✨ Recognition of the 2026 MLK Essay & Art Contest winners

♥️ Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy with unity, reflection, and celebration.

This free community event welcomes everyone—come march, celebrate, and be inspired! 🙌

📢 Spread the word and tag your crew to march with us!

11/11/2025

Today is 11/11 and it's all about alignment! Get crystal clear about what you want, then ask the Universe/God of your understanding. Then wait with expectancy. ✨️
#1111

10/30/2025

Update Part 2: Soooo the hookup fell through the ceiling... Came home from AfroTech and there are 2 holes in the ceiling (only one pictured).

🌬 I use breathwork myself when life lifes. There's a hole in the ceiling and no hot water...just breathing through it all. And this, too, shall pass! All is well!

10/30/2025

Update Part 1: Soooo I changed the name of my business. People kept jacking up the name Ma'at. I took the feedback and rebranded. 🤷🏾‍♀️ Now, it's The Inner Calm Academy, super simple! Been busy changing paperwork, updating my website, and making new business cards (that only old people use apparently). 🤣

10/14/2025

🥳🎉🎊 Celebrating my mom’s birthday, Vegas style. Proof you can be present and still have a damn good time!

10/10/2025

🌿 Yes, I’m plant-based-ish. Yes, I ate pepperoni pizza (not the vegan kind). 🤷🏾‍♀️

🤯 Yes, my stress is through the roof. Yes, I’m furloughed. Yes, I’m not sure if I'll get paid.

➡️ And also, yes, I can forgive myself, reset, and keep going.

💫 Mindfulness is a practice, so I keep practicing with gentleness and kindness. ♥️

10/04/2025

✅️ Booked the trip.
✅️ Found the bungalow.
✅️ Made my own fun. 🌴✨