Don’t Believe the Hype! Change Your Feelings of Unworthiness
So often we get different and mixed messages from those who love us and the larger society. For every parent, sibling, or friend who supports and encourages us there are others telling us how unworthy, undeserving, or unlovable we are. And in spite of ourselves it can be easier to listen to the negativity and hurtful […]
Silence Prevents Us from Healing – Lessons from Maya Angelou
When I first heard Maya Angelou speak I was captivated by her strength and openness to talk about her life as a Black woman. Yet she spent six years of her life in silence. How many of us within the Black community are living in silence? Keeping secrets that don’t need to be kept, worries […]
A Ride or Die Crew is Good Self-Care!
Nothing says self-care like surrounding yourself with people who want the best for you! These are the friends, co-workers, family members, and partners who truly want you to succeed in life. There are plenty of naysayers around which is why having someone in your corner is essential to a good life. These people, your ride […]
Juggling Tips for Superwomen
Superwomen are used to juggling an enormous amount of responsibility and tasks at any given moment. Though they may be tired, overwhelmed, and even frustrated they keep juggling until something eventually drops. Whether you have too many responsibilities, don’t have enough support, or just because you’re human, at some point you’ll drop the ball. You […]
Don’t Forget these 2 People on Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day can be hard for those not in intimate relationships or in relationships that are challenging or even in danger. Rather than deal with the pressure to celebrate the love of lovers consider celebrating two often forgotten but very important relationships this Friday! The love of friends is critical crucial to our well-being. Friends are the people who […]
