As I typed the following to my grandma: “If I could give you the world I would!” I’m reminded how she won’t live forever but I can honor her now with flowers. 💐 I love all my grandparents and great grands but it’s something about my relationship with my dad’s mom that tops them all. That’s my girl and God I genuinely thank you for allowing me to feel unconditional love on earth through her! 🫶🏽

~Imposter syndrome is real especially coming from an HBCU to an PWI (predominantly white industry). However I am equipped and prepared to make meaningful changes within my firm that will elevate, inspire and invite more POC into the accounting field. ~Happiness and peace is big, I’ll never bargain my black. I’d take a pay cut quick if it means keeping my mind intake. Which started me on the journey of speaking up for myself and asking for the opportunities that relate most to me. ~What does fulfillment look like for me? It’s me helping others in some form or fashion, get closer to their goals in life.

~Technology is such a beautiful thing when used properly! But often times it’s abused to spy, lie and create some form of fear among people… AI, CGI, and Cloning is real. ~NASA’s whole internet shutdown comment- I wouldn’t mind if it meant the world could heal. Social media is the thief of joy and it’s not reality. ~Also I want kids to enjoy being kids, rather than on video games 24/7 that are programming them unconsciously.

~Trauma bonding is real and I don’t want to see anymore people get stuck in that. Listen to hear the Prayer and if you’re in agreement say “Amen.” ~Reverse racism isn’t real; Karen’s try to pull that card often and in past experiences have gotten black people (ex: Emmett Till) killed over lies. ~While making friends isn’t easy as an adult, I would rather make friendships that are healthy and not only relatable due to trauma. ~The lost submarine while sad was not smart and I hope they all knew God in the end.

~Social media chat: Home Depot girl & the intoxicated girl at the pool party ~Real chat: Why do some men feel the need to act out predatory behavior? ~Attention you do want: how to create a social media presence that attracts employers ~LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/telisia-smith-0301tps add ya girl, I’ll add you back:)

I’m here to tell you it’s power in silence. It’s power in moving in discretion. Stop over sharing unless it’s someone you fully trust & reciprocates the same energy for you. 💯

We tend to take the little things in life for granted but please remember to be a good person even when no one is watching! By no means was this episode for validation more to encourage others to always be a blessing when you can be!

Read both Hebrews 11:6 and James 2:17 NIV for reference points. We as people must stop thinking God has to give us things. He doesn’t, he equips us with all ingredients needed in this life- it’s our job to make use of those ingredients to then produce the ending product “CAKE”. However, prayer and consulting God in the midst of preparing the CAKE is necessary for it to be done right. I hope this episode reminds you that you’re strong and can attain any goal you set for yourself as long as God is in the mix.

Thank you God for another year. Life isn’t easy but I’m pressing through. I appreciate everyone who makes space for me to be heard and seen. 24 please be good to me! 🙏🏽

Relationship status : in HELL (jk) lol BUT It’s Valentine’s Day and it’s no need to be bitter if you’re single! Remember to love on yourself and know solitude before sharing your happiness/ love with another person! God has designed someone specifically for you - so use this time to heal, grow and live! To my married listeners or the people in relationships - kudos to you! Keep fighting for love because it’s beautiful when it’s RIGHT! 🥰 Challenge: tell someone today how much they mean to you! Life’s short, people need their flowers while they can still smell them! 💐