At the start of each year, I sit at my kitchen table with a warm cup of green tea and reflect on my goals from the previous year. Recently, I read an article about high achievers frequently forgetting their achievements but dwelling on their failures. I think that we all need to celebrate ourselves more frequently than we currently do. Trust me, you’re doing better than you think so be kind to yourself. 2021 SMART Goals Creation Launched with a Vision Board and Meditation Party This year, I reflected on my 2020 goals with a group of goal-getters at my first Vision Board and Meditation Party. D ..read more

When outside opens again, I plan to visit my favorite brunch spots in Philadelphia and Wilmington, Delaware. I miss bottomless mimosas. I miss laughing with my friends. I miss waking up at noon to catch the last bit of breakfast before lunch officially begins. There. I said it. I had to get that off of my chest. All my friends know that I love a good view, bottomless mimosas and food. In fact, second to creating content, brunch is a perfect descriptor for me. At this time, it’s important to follow the CDC guidelines on social distancing to protect your health and safety. But, I’m more than hap ..read more

Today, I received my first Murad Skincare 90-day Rapid Lightening Regimen kit. I’m excited to start my journey to radiant, bright, and clear skin — again! As many of you know, I suffered from hyperpigmentation as a teen all thanks to acne and later, my acne scars. It’s been a tough battle, but I’ve loved my skin more because of it. Suffering from the same ailments (psh hyperpigmentation)? Then build your own simple regimen with tips from Skincare journey: Getting into a daily routine. Getting started with Murad I’ve heard many folks rave about Murad’s brand, specifically its acne and brighteni ..read more

How are you doing? This is a question you should ask yourself often. It’s a question that can help reveal and process any unwanted feelings. In a similar way we check in with our friends, you should also check in with yourself. It’s important to social distance, but it’s even more important to practice self care to protect your mental and physical health. We’ve been dealing with the traumas of COVID-19 commonly known as the coronavirus for more than four months. As a nation, we’ve been practicing social distancing and in quarantine for more than a month. It’s natural to feel stress, anxiety, a ..read more

Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor. I am sharing tips that I’ve learned on my journey to investing. I’ve recently developed an interest in investing in the stock market. Investment + stock market is a combo phrase that I’ve heard many times from my friends in finance, but did not completely understand. In fact, when I finally got a grasp of what it meant to invest in the stock market, I thought it was not for me. Why? Well, I’m new to the world of investment, the stock market, and its jargons. In addition to being a novice investor, I’m balancing a few financial priorities. I have some d ..read more

Two years ago, I took a leap of faith and moved from North Carolina to Delaware. I took the leap to further my career in public relations. I also wanted to explore more of the northeast. During my time in Delaware, I’ve learned to appreciate its quirky city, Wilmington. Wilmington is a microcity known for its history and culture, art, and modern take on food.  As a transplant to Wilmington, I’ve made it my mission to better connect with my new community. I’ve lived in three countries and several states in the midwest and south, through my experiences, I’ve found that food is the best way ..read more

African American History Month commonly known as Black History Month celebrates the contributions of Black men and women to America’s history. History of Black History Month The origins of Black History Month began in 1915 with the founding of Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) by historian and author Dr. Carter G Woodson. The organization ASNLH later became known as Association for the Study of African American Life and History or ASALH.  In 1926, Dr. Woodson created Negro History Week through ASALH. Fifty years later, the historian would expand the week into a m ..read more

So, you’re interested in managing your own email list. If you read part one of this two-part email marketing series, you already have the answer to three simple questions: How to set up your Mailchimp account How to manage your audience (contact list) How to create a signup form for your website In part-two, I’ll break down how you can create an email campaign and understand its analytics. How to create an email campaign in Mailchimp I enjoy Mailchimp for many reasons including its ability to easily allow users to create beautiful email campaigns. If you don’t have a creative eye, no fret! You ..read more

Community service. Civil rights activist. Peace maker. These are a few words to describe the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK Jr.). King led the charge in breaking down barriers for Black men and women across America. He led civil rights protests throughout the south and marched on Washington, D.C., where he delivered his powerful “I Have a Dream” speech that reached ears around the world. Not only did King impact folks of his own race but he also influenced international leaders. Facts about MLK Jr: Martin Luther King, Jr., was born Michael Luther King, Jr. King was born in Atlanta, Geor ..read more

Become healthier. Disconnect from social media. Travel more. These are examples of New Year’s resolutions we all at some point in our lives made. These aren’t bad goals, but here’s a question for you: Did you accomplish them? I know that I’ve had my fair share of resolutions that I did not accomplish. In fact, I used to set the same goals year after year after year. It was not until my graduation from university that I began to take resolutions seriously. So, what happened that made me take my resolutions serious? The honest truth is I had a tough time finding a job after graduation. I applied ..read more