The moment I truly understood what self-care meant wasn’t in a spa or meditation retreat—it was at 2 AM, sitting in the dim glow of my nightlight, hooked up to my breast pump for what felt like the thousandth time. My body ached, my mind raced with exhaustion, and despite my deep desire to give...
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How to Start a Gratitude Practice: A Beginner’s Guide
Gratitude hit different when I actually understood it. For years, I thought being grateful meant ignoring the hard stuff. You know that feeling – forcing a smile when your spirit is heavy, pretending everything’s fine when it’s definitely not. Between doom scrolling through social media, dodging unnecessary stress, and trying to protect our peace, the...
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The Black Woman’s Guide to Self-Care: Set Boundaries, Rest, & Recharge
Picture this: It’s 3 AM, and you’re wide awake, scrolling through Instagram. Another wellness influencer is posting about their “perfect” morning routine – meditation at sunrise, green juice, yoga, and journaling. Meanwhile, you’re juggling everything life throws at you, trying to be strong for everyone else, and feeling guilty because you can’t remember the last...