Being liked and/or respected can be complex topics that can hinder or propel a person’s confidence. Which do you prefer?

There is nothing easy about healing. There is nothing easy about forgiveness. However, these acts are possible for anyone who has experienced pain, sorrow, & trauma.

A work-life balance looks different for everyone, yet there are people preaching the same solutions to different problems.

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You are not for every one. Period. You don't need confirmation to be you. No one can give you map or a book on how to be you authentically.

This is a special episode of Respect Her Mind because it wasnt planned, it doesn't have a title, & it was straight off the dome! Bear with me through this semi rant. ;')

CELEBRATE YOURSELF! No matter what it is, no matter where you are in life, Celebrate You. Do it big, bold, & full of love! *don’t forget to listen to the song at the end of each podcast😘

My optimism is sometimes drowned out by the harsh realities of this world. I do not speak for all people with the same circumstances as me or even the people around me. This is a portion of my journey as a self-proclaimed optimist.

Relationships are so important! However, we get caught up in trying to be in one that we forget the wholeness & peace that comes when being single.

Since Tiffany Haddish's debut many people have been critical of her outspoken delivery. Also, many Black women have shamed her for her actions, but I for one am sick & tired of Black women telling other Black women how fo live their lives.