This past weekend, I had a conversation with my mom that left me reflecting deeply on something I’ve felt for a long time but haven’t always had the words to express. She was trying to encourage me, reminding me of my strength, of how I come from a long line of strong Black women, including... Continue Reading →
The Isolation
Have you ever gotten in trouble as a kid and had to go sit in your room, away from everybody, as punishment? Photo by Lana on Pexels.com That’s what a season of my life felt like. It was like I was losing people left and right. Relationships that once felt solid just… weren’t anymore. And... Continue Reading →
The Shedding
Shedding is a natural process required for growth. We see it in nature all the time. Animals shed. Insects shed. And in our own way, we do too. We shed things in order to grow, to develop into something new that our current state won’t allow. Sometimes what we’re holding onto becomes a restriction. So... Continue Reading →
The Learning
Some of my best lessons came from some of the hardest times in my life. During my divorce, I learned so much about myself as a young mother and just how unstoppable I could be when my effort and determination were aligned. That season shaped me professionally and fueled my desire to build the best... Continue Reading →
The Fallout
Have you ever tried to fight against the current of the ocean?Yeah, that’s what my life felt like. Nobody really talks about the fallout when things end. Not the pretty version, not the “I bounced back” version. I’m talking about the aftermath when the dust settles and your normal no longer exists. Nothing prepares you... Continue Reading →
