Mother, wife, sister, friend, writer / blogger / creative organizer, budding photographer... These are just a few of the many hats I juggle each day. I believe creativity is oxygen for the soul. I created Live In Color blog to celebrate the beauty in every moment, from faith to inspiration and motherhood.And it is soon becoming Pray with Our Feet blog which will focus on the intersection of faith and activism. Follow the inspiration on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/praywithourfeetblog/
My blogging friend Afrotastic Lady has a lovely online space. She regularly features posts from other writers and creatives. Check out this beautifully-layered piece by talented singer Jessi Hughes about loving your hair, and how this connects to faith and personal growth for her.
No matter what your situation looks like in the physical, It Ain’t Over, because God is in control! Close your eyes and take in this powerful message from Isreal Houghton featuring James Fortune and Jason Nelson.
Mother, wife, sister, friend, writer / blogger / creative organizer, budding photographer... These are just a few of the many hats I juggle each day. I believe creativity is oxygen for the soul. I created Live In Color blog to celebrate the beauty in every moment, from faith to inspiration and motherhood.And it is soon becoming Pray with Our Feet blog which will focus on the intersection of faith and activism. Follow the inspiration on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/praywithourfeetblog/
Shan & Emelda, Live In Color Blog, The Free Gurl Club
Every other month, Shan and I are going to dish all things inspiration in our blog chats.
This month seemed fitting to explore love, especially self love, as we are often taught, particularly women, to love everyone but ourselves.
Shan and I are both on paths of healing, love and discovery. We are seeking to honor the light within ourselves, and want those same feelings to manifest for everyone, especially women.
Shan is the creator of The Free Gurl Club, an awesome online space dedicated to empowering women. She hosts a weekly show on YouTube and shares life affirming daily affirmations via Instagram.
Check out our show notes (including 3 core ways to cultivate self love – listed below first), followed by links to books and other resources we mention:
1. Make healing yourself (from wounds, past experiences, etc.) a priority! This could be tied to your faith (for me it’s inextricably linked) and include daily and / or frequent time alone (5-10 min.) for reflection. Even if you its initially one minute alone, begin there!
2. Post positive self affirmations around your home and work space, or even on your phone. Say them aloud throughout the day. These may include statements like “I am beautiful. I am worth the life I seek. I am created in the image of God and my life matters. Abundance and joy are my birthrights.”
Check out this powerful daily affirmation from The Free Gurl Club:
3. Say NO to what drains and depletes you as these people, places and / or choices are creating feelings of being overwhelmed.
When we are overwhelmed, we often self medicate in unhealthy ways – excessive drinking, working long hours, overeating, etc.
Mother, wife, sister, friend, writer / blogger / creative organizer, budding photographer... These are just a few of the many hats I juggle each day. I believe creativity is oxygen for the soul. I created Live In Color blog to celebrate the beauty in every moment, from faith to inspiration and motherhood.And it is soon becoming Pray with Our Feet blog which will focus on the intersection of faith and activism. Follow the inspiration on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/praywithourfeetblog/
This week flew with dizzying speed so I listened to more music than podcasts, but still managed to catch inspiration from a plethora of sources.
My hairstylist Dominique turned me on to a heartfelt gospel song “Worth” by Anthony Brown and Group TherAPy. Its such a beautiful reminder that God’s love for us is boundless and liberating.
Shannon, my bestie and LIC blog contributing writer, spent this week rocking out to Vixen Noir, an eclectic music artist who’s song “Dangerous,” celebrates independence and strength.
Andra Day, with her lovely vintage look and soulful sensibilities is officially one of my favorite new artists. Her song “Rise Up” eloquently captures the relentless spirit of determination. “I’ll rise up unafraid,” she sings boldly.
I just discovered Lizz Wright has a new album, Freedom and Surrender. The behind-the-scenes video is about this latest offering is fascinating; its always great to hear the artist discuss their work.
Affirming the lives of all black folks matters is essential for America’s healing. I love Koli Tengella’s take on this issue. His commentary is regularly featured on The Marc Steiner show, my favorite daily radio broadcast airing WEAA 88.9 FM.
