What If We Gave Up on America Being Equal?
What if Black women stopped fighting a world that will never see us as equal? We’ve been told to work twice as hard, stay patient, and keep pushing—because one day,…
Joy is an Act of Resistance
Joy Isn’t Just a Feeling—It’s an Ancestral Responsibility We get so caught up in the hustle, the fight, the guarding of our peace that joy starts to feel like a…
Would My Ancestors Throw Shade at My Wellness Routine?
Our ancestors survived the worst conditions with nothing but a prayer and some shea butter. No fancy supplements, no perfectly pH-balanced smoothies—just faith, resourcefulness, and remedies passed down through generations….
Unpacking Criticism: How to Tell If Feedback Is Genuine or Malicious
We’re getting real about criticism. I get that feedback is part of our lives, and it’s not going away. But sometimes it can be challenging to differentiate between the kind…
To Be Liked or Be True to You – Which Should Matter More?
To be liked or authentic, that is the question. Inspired by an Essence magazine op-ed from Jasmine Rowley about Amanda Seals and the contentious idea that being likable trumps competence…
