Author: Michaela P. Shelton
Michaela P. Shelton, 28, is a Co-founder and the Executive Editor of Queen Media Collective. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Journalism from San Jose State University and since then she has been building her portfolio writing and editing for various publications. She is currently the author of Reckless Behavior, a series of motivational, genuine and authentic lifestyle pieces.
The #NoMakeup Revolution
I for one am extremely excited about this #NoMakeup Revolution. I was reading an article on how Alicia Keys has decided to be her natural self and stop conforming to the society standard.Keys explained how she was hesitant to go natural for her new album photo shoot when the photographer suggested it, but she was … More The #NoMakeup Revolution
Times Have Changed
Hey everyone, It is 11:00 pm and I am thinking about how much pride I used to have and how judgmental of a person I was. When you look up the definition of pride it is pretty straight forward; pride (noun) a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements … More Times Have Changed
Recent Lifestyle Changes
Hi everyone, Tomorrow is Friday and I can’t believe it! This week definitely flew by. After all that mess I was talking about this past weekend being boring and uneventful, something extremely eventful took place Monday night. I want to discuss it, but I don’t think I am mentally prepared just yet to share, so … More Recent Lifestyle Changes
Motivation to Grind and Persevere
“I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me” Philippians 4:13 Hey everybody! I am happy to announce that yesterday my boss gave me a raise!! I am not going to lie, I was worried when he called me into his office. I have only been working here for three months and my raise was … More Motivation to Grind and Persevere
ATTENTION!: New Promo Video Posted
Hey everyone! I shot and edited this promo video for a motivational speaker/ Rapper. Check it out and let me know what you think.
Newfound Opportunities and What’s Next
On the last day of my college career, my professor gave everyone in the class a paper award. Examples of awards rewarded included “Most Improved” “Best Voice” and “Best Anchor” (it was a television news class). I started thinking, “what award am I going to get?” I was so burned out that my grade in … More Newfound Opportunities and What’s Next
A Generation of Petty
This generation (90’s babies and early 2000’s babies) is full of petty people. Now before I provide my two cent, let’s define this word. Petty (adj.)- of little importance; trivial. The dictionary sentence provided: “the petty divisions of party politics” My sentence:” The reason she left the house was petty.” I feel like being petty is a … More A Generation of Petty
The Importance of Leadership Skills
Everyone should want to be a leader, but some people are followers. I used to be a follower. I never had any good ideas and I didn’t know what decisions to make so I found it easier to just imitate others. I wanted to be “cool” so a lot of times I ignored my first … More The Importance of Leadership Skills
That Time I Stood Up For Myself
Hey everyone! This blog is a little different than my usual ones: I wrote this for Shesbeenthere.com . It is a little more personal than I usually get so please enjoy: As tears came to my eyes, I balled my fists and cleared my throat. I couldn’t take it anymore; “Listen to me, you can … More That Time I Stood Up For Myself
