I completed a challenge recently over the past seven days that I found on alex_elle's Instagram page. The challenge was to create one affirmation per day using three words given on each day. The challenge began on 7/17 and ended on 7/24. I successfully completed the challenge and after creating my final affirmation I felt…
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Self-Care Sunday: Managing the Stress Levels
Here’s something that I know we all can agree we’ve dealt with at least on a daily basis in one way or another: STRESS. I honestly couldn’t have written this post at a more critical time in my life, because my stress levels have been higher than usual lately. Whether it be from everyday life circumstances, job-related…
#50Days50Questions: Happy is….
What and who makes me happy? My daughter’s laughter. My husband’s unconditional love and support. My mother’s tough love. My sister’s strength and faith. My grandmother’s presence. My nephews resilience. My best friend’s support. My endless collection of books. My favorite set of G2 pens. My notebook. My USB flash drives (even though my best…
As A Black American, I’m Exhausted
**Just my thoughts as a Black woman in this America** You may wonder why I don’t say a word about the things I see happening to my people. You may question my dedication or enthusiasm to the “movement.” Let me explain to you why I can no longer find the words to say my piece…
Always Remember Life Gets Better
I read this affirmation this morning: “My life is getting better everyday” So many times we let the negative things get in the way of the simple fact that waking up in the morning gives us the opportunity to do better than we did the day before. We let yesterday’s struggles flow into the next…
#50Days50Questions: Cross that Off the Bucket List!
What is something that I want to do but have not done? Good question; I would say travel more. I want to see more of the world, and I want to take the kid along for the ride. I want to be able to say that I’ve allowed my daughter to see different parts of…
#50Days50Questions: Intuition
Do I trust my intuition? About 90% of the time, yes. Intuition can either get you in trouble or save your life, honey. I always do my best to trust mine. And when I don’t, I usually regret it because it’s usually right on the money. That’s about all I got for that one,…
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…
Write, Live and Love 