Everyone makes 30 seem like the death of your youth. They warn you about the change in mindset, the constant need to get your life together, or even the pain you feel in your knees in the morning. Yet, no one tells you that the only thing you really crave is peace and authenticity. You … More The Truth About Turning 30
I’m changing so much. So I’ve been reading about self compassion and the pros because there’s absolutely no cons to the newfound self appreciation. Now what l have learned about self compassion is it’s much different than self-esteem. Self-esteem is something our ego likes to control in order to validate ourselves. Or simpler, it’s just … More #10 Year Challenge
To say that I am in a place of frustration would be an understatement. I’ve been in this place for quite some time. I’ve actually grown familiar with this place although I’m not wearing that as a badge of honor. I’ve been in this place since last summer. Actually, this fortress of frustration led me … More Ready for It to All Make Sense!
I’m going Kobe Mode! That’s what I use to tell myself or at least think to myself as I prepared to take on a task alone. The reason behind the name is none other than the late great basketball legend Kobe Bryant, one of my favorite basketball players and public figures. Growing up, I remember … More Kobe Mode
I hope you’re remembering to take care of yourself. I hope you’re remembering to put yourself first when you wake up in the morning. Take your time getting out of bed and going on with your day. Hope you’re remembering to sit in the sun and sing your favorite song in traffic. And remembering to … More I Hope You’re Remembering
We are not here to just survive. Just to live here. We are made to thrive. And take up space. To stretch and extend. Being molded into something new. Transforming into our purpose.
I want you to stay encouraged you know… I want you to be the woman of your own dreams. Know that you are the woman for the job. You are the only lady to make your own dreams come true. You are the only person who sees your vision the way that you do. Stay … More Courage
The day I’m reminded that she’s gone & the day l fight myself to believe I’m still good enough to be one.
Made in the beautiful struggle You are here Made of light You are near Black boy. May the world know You and all Your wonders Make magic with Your body Make music with Your hands Change directions with Your feet For You are light And cannot be dimmed. Mother Nature has birthed You for a … More To the Boys and Girls
Change comes only if you want it. The saying that has been resonating with me for three to four months now is ”the best apology is changed behavior”. The friendships with the bad behavior patterns causing pain but not astronomically sat in comfort while l suffered silently. The friendships with catastrophic damage were determined the … More Change Is Only For The Willing
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