I remember walking away from my family when we visited Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina. I was so overcome with sorrow as I walked around and thought about the nine people senselessly murdered during their worship service on June 17, 2015. I cried like a baby as I tried to makeContinue reading “The Hate Runs Deep”
Category Archives: Wellness
IV Hydration: I Did It!
My digestive system is a “hot mess”. In addition to seeking medical care, I am making some dietary changes with the hopes of helping my body to heal. My biggest battle has been with my daily dark roast caffeinated cups of coffee. I am that two coffee maker owner kind of girl. The girl whoseContinue reading “IV Hydration: I Did It!”
PSSST…Did You Miss These Great Reads?
Hi! Here are two quick reads that I thought you would enjoy. Be sure to take the personality profile quiz so that you can tell me what your tendency is! 🙂 HOW DO YOU RESPOND TO EXPECTATIONS? “THE FOUR TENDENCIES” PERSONALITY PROFILE Sometimes I spend a lot of time in my car. When I amContinue reading “PSSST…Did You Miss These Great Reads?”
Welcome Harmonious Conditions
It’s the weekend! What a great time to begin the practice of seeking harmony in your life. I found this wonderful affirmation when I read The Secret that I want to share with you all. I wrote it on the front of my manifestation envelope and have started reading it when I wake up andContinue reading “Welcome Harmonious Conditions”
She’s So Negative: There’s A Reason For That
How many times have you accused someone of being so negative? Or has anyone ever called you a “negative Nancy”? It seems that human nature causes us to focus on the negative more than the positive. According to a whole lot of research out there, these negative tendencies occur because our brain is wired toContinue reading “She’s So Negative: There’s A Reason For That”
Oxytocin Anyone?
I always wondered why my mood drastically improves after one of my “highway driving singing sessions”. For me, a “highway driving singing session” involves a little more than turning the volume up and singing along. A “highway driving singing session” means I am putting on a full concert from my seat for everyone I driveContinue reading “Oxytocin Anyone?”
“Bad Bitches” Have Bad Days
“Bad Bitches Have Bad Days” is the phrase that came into my head when I initially began thinking about this post. In my mind, there needed to be a conversation about allowing women to “just be” without judgment. And, I still believe that is a conversation we should have. Just not today. Today I wantContinue reading ““Bad Bitches” Have Bad Days”
3 Myths About Mindful Meditation
According to mindful.org, mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. According to Wikipedia, meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique to train attention and awareness to achieve a mentally clearContinue reading “3 Myths About Mindful Meditation”
Manifesting A Meaningful Relationship: Today I Am Unpacking
I was recently told that I am so good at being alone. I paused for a moment when I heard this because I know the messenger meant it as a compliment. Or at least that is what I choose to believe. Part of me simply wanted to be the nice, agreeable woman that he neededContinue reading “Manifesting A Meaningful Relationship: Today I Am Unpacking”
Glass 1/2 Full: 3 Things The Pandemic Allowed Me To Focus On
I know it might be hard to believe that anyone can take anything positive from the year 2020. And as we move into 2021, many of us are beginning to wonder, is there any end in sight. While 2020 and 2021, thus far, have not created ideal circumstances, many of us, as we hunker downContinue reading “Glass 1/2 Full: 3 Things The Pandemic Allowed Me To Focus On”