“Saying no can be the ultimate self-care.”- Claudia Black Its okay to say "no"  Women wear many hats, and we may easily become preoccupied with our jobs, taking care of children, going to school, and other obligations. With all of the responsibilities that we have, we frequently find ourselves at the bottom of the priority list. I used to be a victim of this myself. I used to become so preoccupied with the things that were going on around me that I was on the edge of having a breakdown. I am not a mother, but I am familiar with what it is like to care for and assist in raising a child (m ..read more

"Never fear leaving a toxic environment. Be true and caring to yourself. Trust there is peace and positivity out there." -Brendon Burchard My work environment went from tolerable to intolerable I've been a teacher for five years, and while there have been some highs and lows, for the most part, I've enjoyed my time in the classroom. Every since I was little girl, everyone around me knew that I would be in the education field. I simply have a natural ability to connect with and interact with children. Along with having a passion for education , I also have a passion for History. To this day, I ..read more

"You don't have to have a thigh gap to be beautiful -- Demi Lovato" Back in Action! Hey you all!! Happy Scorpio Season! I know its been a hot MINUTE but i'm back! For the past four months, I have been floating on cloud nine. The other night, when I was trying to decide what to watch while I laid in bed, I had a sudden realization that I need to start focusing on myself again. People who are in a new relationship and have fallen in love have a tendency to become stuck in the infatuation stage of their relationship and forget about their lives before they met their significant other ..read more

"My body doesn't have a lot of curves; I have small breasts, I don't have hips - so I'm not going to try to make myself something that I'm not. I'm just going to try to be the best version of myself." Flaunt what you got! Whether you have small, big or saggy boobs, flaunt what you got! Invest in a decent push-up bra and focus on your posture to make the most of what you have! Even if you don't believe you have nothing to work with, you do! Remember its not about how much you have but how you carry it. A woman's breast is often considered to be one of her most alluring physical attributes. The ..read more

"Bodies come in all different shapes and sizes. Some have curves, others have scars, maybe stretch marks, also muscle, and probs hair in places not deemed “appropriate” according to societal standards. But one thing that is certain: Your body is the only body you get. And that makes it pretty damn special." We all have different bodies The fact that every single one of us is different and special is one of the most attractive aspects of our species. The human body may take on a wide variety of forms and sizes. It is essential to understand that there is no such thing as a "typical" or "average ..read more

"I'm not ashamed of showing my curves to the world. Bodies are beautiful when they're full and healthy and fit. I've always had curves and I'll always be proud of them."- Ricki-Lee Coulter Know your measurements Finding jeans that are comfortable to wear and that accentuate or highlight curves can be challenging for women who have a curved figure. Take some measurements to have a good starting point. To determine your waist and hip size, you should measure yourself using a tape measure. When you go clothes shopping online these days, the majority of the sites that sell apparel offer "size char ..read more

"Your skin has a memory. In ten, twenty, thirty years from now, your skin will show the results of how it was treated today. So treat it kindly and with respect." – Violet Grey How to build an effective skincare routine Personally, I've had a lot of ups and downs when it comes to discovering effective skin care products. It's critical to recognize that everyone is unique in their own way. Some people have sensitive, normal, oily, dry or combination skin. When it comes to my skin, I have combination skin that is very sensitive. In addition to having oily areas on my nose and forehead, I also h ..read more

“We forget that stretch marks, cellulite and some stomach fat is natural. We forget that we are born human and physically can't be perfect. We forget that God doesn't make us out of plastic and silicone. We forget to be flawed..” - Skye Townsend Natural bodies are still winning All natural bodies have flaws... and that's just OK! I used to be really self-conscious about my figure a few years ago. I just had the feeling that everything was wrong. There are dimples in places other than my cheeks (face cheeks that is lol), my stomach is not flat and I have (what I call) Little Debbie S ..read more

“I look at myself naked in the mirror and say, "You know what, awkward butt shape? You’re not gonna get higher or rounder but it’s OK, because I’ve got Spanx for you." Your words have so much power. Every day, if you tell yourself "I love you," if you give yourself one word of validation, it will change your mind.” - Ashley Graham LOVE Your Body! For many decades, society has dictated what constitutes the "ideal" body. They have defined us as women by a numerical designation. I've had to cope with this "norm" my whole life, and it's had a negative impact on my mental health. I would be enviou ..read more