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Outsourcing: Giving It Away

Outsourcing is giving tasks or responsibilities to other people or companies, letting you focus on what you love while someone else takes care of the rest. This practice can significantly improve your mental, emotional, and physical health by reducing stress and freeing up time for what truly matters. Remember, outsourcing isn’t just a strategy for business efficiency—it’s a wellness tool that can lead to a happier, healthier life. Trust the process, and you might find that outsourcing not only simplifies your life but enhances it.

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Spring Cleaning: An Integrative Approach

Spring is a time of renewal and growth, and what better way to embrace the season than by giving ourselves a good spring cleaning? But spring cleaning doesn't just mean decluttering our physical space – it also means taking care of our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Spring cleaning isn't just about dusting and decluttering – it's about preparing yourself for the new season in every area of your life. By taking an integrative approach to spring cleaning, you'll create a solid foundation for growth and renewal in the months ahead.

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Embracing Black Joy: A Reflection on Resilience and Healing

In a society that often tries to invalidate the experiences of Black individuals, finding happiness and joy is a resistance. It's a way to show that despite the challenges, we are still capable of experiencing happiness and leading fulfilling lives. Commitment to well-being and happiness is a form of revolution. It’s a way to challenge the systemic oppression and racism in society. In this form, healing is an act of resistance. During this Black History Month, I encourage you to be unapologetically Black and joyful. Be unapologetically healing. Be unapologetically well.

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A few words on Healthy Love...

Relationships and marriage don't necessarily have to be complicated or hard. I believe that every relationship presents us with a unique opportunity to work on ourselves…and working on ourselves can sometimes be challenging. 

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Embrace Change: Why New Year's Resolutions Are Overrated

When you are so tired of your shit, you will change. When you have suffered enough, you will change. When your spirit is no longer at peace with your current lifestyle, you will change. When you are done with not reaching your full potential, you will change. Change happens when you commit to a new experience. It doesn’t start on January 1. If you want, your change can start today. 

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Breaking the Chains: A Journey to Redefining Home

Feel empowered to break free from the chains of generational patterns. Whether confronting past traumas, redefining familial roles, or silencing the echoes of predators, this blog post is your guide to a courageous reinvention of 'home.' It's the year to stop apologizing for your choices, leave the table when chaos erupts, and embrace the power of self-discovery. Say goodbye to the familiar and step into a new chapter of healing and growth.

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Changing My Role: Thanksgiving 2023

All families have particular dynamics. Within the family dynamic everyone plays a role. A role I have filled in my family for years is “helper.” I started to embody this role around the time I was seven years old, and it has been one I’ve carried throughout my life. Fast forward 30 years, and I am just realizing that I have spent every single family holiday helping in the kitchen. This year, I am changing my role!

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Mothering While Healing Generational Trauma

Here’s what I know for sure: Breaking generational curses is hard! I believe it is hardest for those who are one generation removed from the trauma itself. We are doing the work of healing ourselves while also trying to create a safe environment for someone else. Remember to be kind and patient with yourself. Remember to forgive yourself…and forgive again.

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How To Self-Partner

We are constantly with ourselves. Self-partnering is about staying with yourself when with others. The first part of self-partnering involves having a SELF. In this video, you will learn more about how you learned about yourself, learned to deny yourself, and can work to rediscover and support yourself.

How To Set A Boundary

"A lack of boundaries invites a lack of respect." Boundaries are loving, they keep us and others safe. When we love ourselves rightly we assert and articulate our boundaries. Learn to set loving boundaries today!

How To Be Seen?

Being seen means being vulnerable and telling your story, being honest, talking about your feelings, and holding the space for yourself. Learn more about how to take up space and get your needs met.

How To Ask

We learn so much when we ask questions! This informative video (with terrible lighting) teaches you how to ask for what you want from a partner, employer, or even from God.

How To Feel Your Feelings

Your feelings matter. Your ability to tune in to your feelings allows you to make the right decisions for your life. Healthy relationships feel good; bad relationships feel bad. Doing the right thing feels good; doing the wrong thing feels bad. However, none of this will affect you if you cannot feel at all.

Identifying Your Trauma Response

At some point in our lives, most of us will experience trauma. When our trauma is inflicted by someone close to us, especially in our formative years, it is easy to stay stuck in our learned response. In this video, you will become more aware of your trauma response.

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