Let’s be honest; when God takes you on a journey, he takes you on a journey. It can be tough. It can be rough. It’s always worth it! Troetta Ward, based in Arlington, Texas, decided that transparency was a good source of healing through her own personal journey. Mad About Maddie, a blog and online apparel store, was born through the need to document her experience with motherhood and her personal faith. Troetta uses her stories and lessons learned during motherhood to connect with her relationship to God. It’s a safe space, and thanks to the relatable and beautiful transparency she offers, it serves as a safe space to other women who find themselves on the same path. For self-love, Troetta believes that it is most definitely a necessity; self-love is not to be compromised. You’ll always need self-love, just as flowers will always need the sun. We are so grateful for your honesty in your storytelling, Troetta. We’re pleased to introduce Troetta, Queen of Transparency!

What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: My blog started as just a safe space for me to express my journey through motherhood. Now, it’s transformed into a blog and online apparel store on motherhood and faith. My daughter motivates me to keep going! I’m learning so much about Christ through her!

How do you create the life you want?: You create the life you want by remaining consistent and setting realistic expectations.

What makes you HUMAN?: Transparency makes me HUMAN. I bleed my life into my blog and apparel. The words written aren’t fictional for me. They are real, everyday experiences that I choose to be transparent about in the hopes to bring someone closer to God.

Whats three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1.) Self love starts with a relationship with Christ. 

2.) Self love means putting yourself first, even if it makes you uncomfortable. 

3.) Self love isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity.

What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: We can incorporate time to [On Black disconnect from the world in order to live life well. It’s so easy to get pulled into a thousand directions. Take time to be still.

Email Address: troetta@madaboutmaddie.com

Website: http://www.madaboutmaddie.com

Social media handles?: IG: @madaboutmaddieblog 

FB: Mad About Maddie