Speak Clearly: Alicia Garza Has Definitely Mastered The Art
When I am in my car and not turning up on Megan Thee Stallion or getting centered with Willow and Jahnavi, I am usually tuned into a podcast. This week I took in a few really good podcast episodes. The Skimm’d from the Couch episode with Alicia Garza was by far my favorite. In my…
Protect Your Energy, Literally
One of the many phrases we often hear these days is “protect your energy”. Seeing that as some great advice, I decided to visit an energy healer and literally protect my energy. I was driving through the town of Hillsborough when I came across the Cedar Walk Wellness Center. It caught my eye because I thought…
Dear Black Man, I See You
Today I am continuing my quest to put positive energy and love out in the universe! One of my cousins who has been married for over 20 years told me about how her husband has never said one word in all of the years they have been together about… (I respect that the details are…
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 and…
Ava DuVernay’s Rules For Success
I have been pouring into myself over the past couple of weeks and trying to consume anything and everything that is in alignment with what feels right to me. In short, I am seeking to be more true to who I am. While I was curled up in my bed on Sunday, I was clicking…
I’m Feeling Myself: Is That A Bad Thing?
I was chatting with a friend the other day, and she shared an experience with me that I just have not been able to get out of my head. She was at work when a co-worker told her that she looked really nice. In response to what she perceived to be a compliment, my friend…
Read Baby Read: My Reading List Is Almost Complete
I am ALL IN! Gretchen Rubin has inspired me to create a 21 in 2021 reading list. I have so many books I want to read, but I know there are many great books out there I know nothing of. I need your help with completing my list. As you can see from the 14…
Who in the World is Big Sean
The other day I told you I watched Jay Shetty’s Big Sean interview and how it impacted me. Some of you in my age group were wondering who in the world Big Sean is. Having young children helps me stay up on who’s who in the “rap game” :-). Here are 3 of Big Sean’s music videos.…
It Is Meant For You To Be
I recently made a decision that was very difficult for me. I find that my most difficult decisions are because I struggle with accepting what I know to be true and being ready to productively push through the inevitable pain of transition. Because of my experiences, I believe that God, the universe, or whatever you…
How Do You Respond To Expectations? “The Four Tendencies” Personality Profile
Sometimes I spend a lot of time in my car. When I am not putting on a concert from my seat, I am tuned in to my favorite podcasts. Jay Shetty’s On Purpose, by far, is my favorite. Last week I tuned in to hear his conversation with Gretchen Rubin about her book “The Four Tendencies”. I…
It’s Another Relationship Question For You All
Hi all! I so enjoyed the feedback I got last week I decided to pose another relationship question this week. I am big on transparency. If I am honest and upfront in the beginning, that eliminates the possibility of an issue down the road. With that being said, I am becoming more selective about what…
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 to…
Do Something Different: Wine and Paint Night
I will admit, COVID-19 has made me a TV junkie and a bit more introverted. I have written several posts about movies/series/television shows I have watched over the past year. I recently forced myself to leave my home and hang out with a group of friends for a “Galentine” celebration. My plan was to hang…
Relationship Question For You
Hi all! I was having a conversation the other day about privacy in relationships. I want to switch it up today. Instead of sharing my thoughts, I want to pose a question for you. DO YOU THINK THAT YOU SHOULD KEEP YOUR ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP PRIVATE? WHY? Please make sure you share your thoughts in the…
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 drive…
“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 want…
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…
Happy Valentine’s Day
USE TODAY TO RESET AND BEGIN THE DAILY PRACTICE OF LETTING THOSE THAT YOU CARE ABOUT KNOW JUST HOW MUCH YOU CARE! MUCH LOVE, TONZA
Black Love Films That Spark Conversation
Not only is it Black History Month, but it is also the week before Valentine’s Day. What better way to celebrate the two than checking out films depicting relationships between Black couples. Here are two that I think are worth seeing. MALCOLM AND MARIE Malcolm and Marie is not for the faint of heart. And…
Strong As Glass By Goapele
I was driving down the road the other day and decided to pull up Goapele because I wanted to hear her song Cool Breeze. Being a Goapele fan, I thought I was entirely in the know about her music. And then Strong As Glass started playing. Anyone who loves music knows the feeling that comes over you when…
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