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The Strong Black Woman Stereotype
Continue ReadingFor decades, the Black woman has been acclaimed for her strength and fortitude in the face of both personal and societal challenges. The conceptual ideology that Black women can (and…
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Systemic vs. Systematic Racism
Continue ReadingWith all that has transpired over the last few months, we have been having a great deal of much needed conversations. Some of these conversations have rendered us hopeless, some…
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The Bigger Picture
Continue ReadingYesterday we hiked at a local park here in Georgia. While I was attempting to get a photo that would do this picturesque landscape justice, my partner was snapping me.…
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Mind Your Business
Continue ReadingThe Holidays are upon us. For most this is a joyous time to spend with friends and loved ones. For others, comes increased anxiety (or just plain annoyance for some)…
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ATL’s Guide to Tulum, Mexico
Continue ReadingI’m sitting on a cabana watching the birds fly east towards the sunrise. In front of me I can hear the waves crashing into the endless sea of ocean. This…
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The Marathon
Continue ReadingIt’s been a week and I still get chills and this gut wrenching feeling when I see his picture or hear his name. And audible groan escapes my mouth when…
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ATL’s Guide to ATL: For the Culture Edition
Continue ReadingIn honor of Black History Month, I wanted to give you a guide to one of the cities that is so deeply rooted in Black culture. Atlanta has been a…
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Date Your Mate
Continue ReadingIf you currently are or have ever been in a relationship, you know how exciting those first few months can be. Feelings are intense, the newness is exciting, and dates…
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The Real Glow Up Challenge
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been anywhere near social media for the past 36 hours you’ve seen an influx of people posting side by side pictures of themselves. Social media subscribers have searched…
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African Americans and the Mental Health Stigma
Continue ReadingI wish more people especially my African American counterparts understood the value of therapy. Have you ever heard a Black parent say “oh he’s just bad” when speaking about an…
About Me
ATL
30 something trying to navigate through life and shine my light.
