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Self-Care Sunday: Being Selfish

Now I know some may not agree, but I feel that sometimes I feel amazing when I can be a little selfish! 🙂 When is the last time you did something completely selfish? When was the last time you went out shopping with the intention of buying something for you (no matter how small the…

#50Days50Questions: A Lesson Learned

What are some important things I have learned in life? Everyday, I learn something new; whether it be good or bad. The best thing I can do is take everything in stride and take the experiences as they come to me as they are. Lessons are just that, and they come into our lives to…

NEW RELEASE- From A Lover’s Mouth

I’m pleased to announce my second published book, a collection of poetry titled, From a Lover’s Mouth!! Take a trip down lover’s lane, with a collection of poetry that highlights some of the highs and lows of one of life’s most complex avenues; love. In this short compilation, Whitney explores some of the experiences anyone can…

#50Days50Questions: Dreams and Goals

What are my goals and dreams? Run my own publishing company Become a full time writer Be featured in a magazine or on another blog Continue to publish I don’t share my dreams often, because sometimes they feel too outlandish to be accomplished. Also, right now, I’m in a position where a young thug has…

Self-Care Sunday: Free for All!

Today I didn’t have a specific highlight for Self-Care Sunday, but I wanted to reflect on how hectic my week has been and how important self-care will be for me today. I’ve had stress, tension and all kinds of emotions coming at me from every direction this week, and it’s caused me to neglect some…

How to Push Past Your Comfort Zone

So far this year, there has been a lot of discomfort in my transition into 30. There was going to be a lot of things I told myself I would do that I normally wouldn’t have ever done. One of the main reasons I chose to do this cruel thing to myself was because as one gets older,…

Self-Care Sunday: Take a Deep Breath!

When’s the last time you took a moment, paused what you were doing and took a deep breath? Think about it…been a minute, huh? Exactly! We all know life gets hectic and we don’t really take the time to just sit around and take a couple deep breaths and relax. Well, today is the day…

#50Days50Questions: Where Do You See Yourself…?

Where/how would I like to see myself in a year? 10 years? In a year, I’d like to believe that I could be progressing towards a better overall level of happiness. But to be honest, I have no idea; and that might be kind of scary for some, but honestly this is one my of…

Self-Care Sunday: Removing Toxic People from Your Life

When you feel like there is an abundance of negativity weighing you down, sometimes you have to look to the people around you and determine if they are bringing toxic vibes to your life. If you find that they are, removing them is always the best option. Sometimes, this may include removing people closest to…

#50Days50Questions: Use What Ya Got!

What are my talents? Am I utilizing them? How can I use them more? Hmmm…..my talents. I guess if we’re counting; I have two. Obviously, I’d like to think one of my talents is writing (lol). I also enjoy singing, but it’s definitely something I keep under wraps. I’m one of those people you will…