Maybe love is clear communication, reassurance, honesty, and effort. Maybe it’s showing up day after day, especially when life isn’t picture-perfect. Maybe it’s choosing each other even when choosing would be easier not to do. Continue reading What If Love Is Still Coming?
Have you ever realized you weren’t just grieving a relationship… you were grieving every version of yourself that ignored the red flags, settled for confusion, and kept hoping things would eventually make sense? Continue reading I’m Learning to Forgive Myself, Again
Navigating the first few dates can be challenging, but it’s crucial for gauging compatibility. By the third date, clarity on romantic potential or platonic friendship becomes evident, allowing you to decide whether to continue dating or let it fizzle. Continue reading How Many Dates Does It Really Take to Know If They’re “The One” or Headed Straight to the Friend Zone?
I know the weather is changing, the sunsets are looking real romantic, and suddenly you’re wishing to be boo’d up again. And right on cue—like a persistent telemarketer who swears this is their “last call”, your ex pops back up with an apology. But before you let nostalgia and the hot winds reel you in, let me ask you something honest: Are you considering that … Continue reading Should You Accept Your Ex’s Apology?
In today’s dating culture where “good morning” texts feel like proof of loyalty and Instagram likes somehow translate into affection, it’s easy to confuse reassurance with validation. And while reassurance is healthy, necessary, and beautiful in romantic relationships… it’s not meant to be an emotional life support system. Continue reading How Much Reassurance Is Too Much in a Relationship?
WE DID IT! This past weekend reminded me exactly why I love being in my author bag. There’s nothing like stepping into a room full of people who share the same love for books, stories, and human connection. I enjoyed being back in that space……signing books, shaking hands, taking pictures, and having those heart-to-heart conversations with new readers who were genuinely excited to meet me. One of … Continue reading WE DID IT! A Weekend to Remember
There’s something incredibly full circle about returning to the very thing that once made you feel alive. For me, that thing has always been writing. Not just articles, columns, or newsletters, but stories. Fiction rooted in real experiences. Storytelling that reflects the world around us, even when it’s messy, complicated, hilarious, and far from perfect. And if I’m being honest… I stepped away from it. It’s … Continue reading Returning to My Author Roots: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Step Back Into My Purpose
If you scroll your timeline long enough, you’ll see soft life everywhere. #SoftLife is trending for a reason. But for us millennial Black women? Choosing softness is more than a cute aesthetic. It’s a radical act of self-preservation. We grew up being told we had to be strong. Strong for our families, strong at work, strong when the world disrespects us. The Strong Black Woman trope is … Continue reading Sis, You Deserve a Soft Life Here’s How to Live It Now
We often talk about toxic relationships in the form of cheating, abuse, or constant arguments. But what about the type of harm that’s silent? That’s not loud, not aggressive, and not always visible? That harm is neglect. And while it may not leave bruises, it can leave a person emotionally hollow and unsure of their worth. Neglect in a relationship is the slow erosion of … Continue reading Let’s Be Real, When’s the Last Time You Felt Seen in Your Relationship?
Let’s keep it all the way real, when we hear the word intimacy, most of us automatically think of sex. And while that’s definitely one piece of the puzzle, real intimacy? It’s way bigger than what happens in the bedroom. At its core, intimacy is about emotional connection. It’s feeling safe, seen, understood, and loved in a way that’s deeper than surface-level. It’s those late-night convos … Continue reading You’re Together, But You Feel Alone: Let’s Talk About Intimacy
