I create the life I want by living on my own terms...
What inspired me to start my business was my need to be in leadership. I have excelled in leadership positions but never wanted to work for someone. I started my first business at age 20 years old with $100. I was able to turn that $100 to $50,000. My motivation is my will to succeed and my family.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: What inspired me to start my business was my need to be in leadership. I have excelled in leadership positions but never wanted to work for someone. I started my first business at age 20 years old with $100. I was able to turn that $100 to $50,000. My motivation is my will to succeed and my family.
How do you create the life you want?: I create the life I want by living on my own terms.
What makes you HUMAN?: What makes me human is that I able to be in touch with my feelings and emotions and share with my audience.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. Self love also means knowing when you are wrong and doing something about it.
2. Working on yourself from the inside and out.
3. Loving your flaws
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Mental Health is super important to me. Mediation and prayer is something we all can live by.
Email Address: stsbrandingandmarketing@gmail.com
Website: http://www.successtostardompr.com
Social media handles?: Instagram- stsmediaandpublishing
Facebook- Sts Magazines and Success To Stardom
My mistakes, my tears and my fears make me human...
I was inspired to start my blog, The Young Caregiver, and write Plan of Action: How to Save Your Own Life – A Caregiver’s Journal because I believe sharing my story will help others.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was inspired to start my blog, The Young Caregiver and write Plan of Action: How to Save Your Own Life – A Caregiver’s Journal because I believe sharing my story will help others. I want to encourage caregivers that if I can survive my parents becoming incapable of taking care of themselves in the same week, they can also survive their caregiver journey. The caregiver’s journal focuses on the caregiver because being a caregiver affects you emotionally, mentally, and physically so making yourself a priority and participating in self-care is very important.
My parents always encouraged me to do what I was passionate about whether it was playing the trombone, becoming a cheerleader, writing for the school newspaper, playing flag football, starting a community service club, joining a sorority, and countless other desires of my heart. Knowing that I only get one shot at life motivates me to go full throttle. I would rather fail trying than live wondering what if I tried.
How do you create the life you want?: I control the things that are in my control. Life is full of surprises that we don’t know are coming, some good and some bad so in between those moments you must live as if it’s your last day. At the age of 13, I had an eight-hour spinal surgery, while recovering my independence was taken from me. That experience was temporary, but it taught me not to take life for granted because in one second your life can change.
What makes you HUMAN?: My mistakes, my tears and my fears make me human.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: First, during your most selfless state of helping others, you must make your self-care a priority. If you aren’t ok, you can’t help others. Take breaks and refuel.
Second, what you say to yourself is just as important as what you put in your body. If you speak down on yourself, you will accept it from others. Manifest positivity into your life. Come up with an affirmation that will encourage you and repeat it to yourself as needed.
Lastly, no is a sufficient answer. You will drain yourself trying to be everything to everyone.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Give yourself grace and know that one bad decision isn’t the end of your story. You can rewrite your life and reinvent yourself whenever you want.
Email Address: Smckelvey@theyoungcaregiver.com
Website: http://theyoungcaregiver.com
Social media handles?: Instagram: theyoungcaregiver
Twitter: Young_Caregiver
Being resilient, understanding and open minded...
I was inspired to become a licensed esthetician because I love skincare. I'm motivated to keep going because I like to educate and help other women love the skin they're in.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was inspired to become a licensed esthetician because I love skincare. I'm motivated to keep going because I like to educate and help other women love the skin they're in.
How do you create the life you want?: Being resilient, understanding and open minded to the challenges I face daily.
What makes you HUMAN?: Having the ability to be vulnerable and transparent with those around me.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Love who you are, find peace with yourself and take time for yourself
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Self-care! Pick a day to have to yourself, no work, no nothing just relaxing and unwinding.
Email Address: lateka.starnes@gmail.com
Website: http://Iamlatekasc.net
Social media handles?: Ig: iamlatekasc (personal)
Ig: herbaleuphoriaskynbody (business
FB: Lateka Starnes-Council (personal)
FB: Herbal Euphoria Skyn & Body
Twitter: iamlatekasc
Tiktok: iamlatekasc
I take time off when it’s necessary...
I filed for divorce when my daughter was 5 months old. While I was in therapy for postpartum depression and anxiety, my therapist suggested that I start blogging to help others and get out what I feel.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I filed for divorce when my daughter was 5 months old. While I was in therapy for postpartum depression and anxiety, my therapist suggested that I start blogging to help others and get out what I feel.
How do you create the life you want?: I take time off when it’s necessary, I don’t believe in overworking myself. With my time off, I dedicate that time to creating my ideal life.
What makes you HUMAN?: I make mistakes, I laugh too loud, and I’m bold about my faults.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Self-love is about accountability.
Wellness is about discipline.
You can have them both to create the life you want
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Taking time out for yourself when you need it and truly resting.
Email Address: kimdhouston@gmail.com
Website: http://TheKimberz.com
Social media handles?: Instagram.com/TheKimberz
Instagram.com/LeNoireSugar
I am in a constant state of embracing my flaws...
My three things that I want you to know about self love and wellness is that it takes time…. It’s practice to process and process makes purpose. Secondly, wellness is subjective to the person practicing it. It’s not a one size fits all.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I started my business because I wanted to help people learn how to invest in their self care. Self care is an affordable luxury that most people neglect or think they have to go to a high end spa to obtain. I create products that allow one to create that luxury self care experience at home within their own bath or shower regime. What keeps me going is that aha moment my clients share when they release they are the best at taking care of their own well being and self-care.
How do you create the life you want?: That is a very good question, I feel I’m still processing creating the life that I want .For the most part I make sure that my self care regimen is very luxe as though someone else is creating my products. I take the time to enjoy nature, relish in fine foods and restaurants. Enjoying a movie. It’s about me bringing the luxe experience home.
What makes you HUMAN?: What makes me human is the fact that I am in a constant state of embracing my flaws. My flaws keep me humble.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: My three things that I want you to know about self love and wellness is that it takes time…. It’s practice to process and process makes purpose. Secondly, wellness is subjective to the person practicing it. It’s not a one size fits all. It's like a journey that people have to go on their own and along the way they meet who they are supposed to meet in that journey.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: The one thing I recommend that people incorporate in their journey right now is to live in the now. To live in the present moment. Stop focusing so much on the future. Stop swimming in the past- just breathe in the now and let the road unfold as it should.
Email Address: mzisabellegracelee@icloud.com
Website: http://www.Ahhflourish.com
Social media handles?: www.Instagram.com/ahhflourish
Self care all the time is the mantra…
I was first inspired by entrepreneurs who were being authentic and running successful businesses.It offered me a pathway forward that I hadn't know before. As the energy grew, I realized that I had a strong desire to have a container for my creativity that also provided monetary abundance.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was first inspired by entrepreneurs who were being authentic and running successful businesses.It offered me a pathway forward that I hadn't know before. As the energy grew, I realized that I had a strong desire to have a container for my creativity that also provided monetary abundance. That felt like freedom and space to me, so I decided to pursue just that even with the mistakes along the way. My business was actually something totally different before I decided to pivot. I knew that creating spaces for women, specifically Black women, to practice creative self care was aligned with my purpose here. What keeps me going is the vision that I have that continues to manifest. 7 years ago, I wrote out what I wanted my ideal day to look like. Every year I reflect and highlight parts that have become a reality. On days when it gets tough, I read that ideal day and remind myself that what I am working towards is worthwhile because it is aligned with my desires.
How do you create the life you want?: I practice self care all of the time. By making self care a constant practice, I am more connected to myself. I am more curious about what I desire and what I don't desire. This act of noticing and paying attention allows me to stay in tune with what I need. When I know what I need, I can be generous to myself and give it to me. I used to think about creation in big gestures, but creation also happens in the small spaces of time and subtle shifts I make daily.
What makes you HUMAN?: Having days where I really move through uncomfortable emotions and just need to cry
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: -You do not have to wait until you are exhausted to practice self care. Self care all the time is the mantra.
-Self care should be fun and include play. We get serious as adults, but we have to reconnect to our child like nature and explore
-Self care and wellness isn't just one thing. There are so many types of self care. Trust that you know what you really need and give it to yourself.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Take breaks all throughout the day. It might be 5 minutes in between calls or 1 minute before you check emails. Take breaks so that you can breathe and pay attention to you.
Email Address: kandice@kandicecole.com
Website: http://www.kandicecole.com
Social media handles?: IG: @kandicecole
Twitter: @kcolecoaching
You and I create the life we want by thinking intentional thoughts
Your thoughts are seeds. Plant a garden full of gratefulness, kindness, love, & beauty. This is how you cultivate emotional & mental wellness. Think good thoughts.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I noticed a lack of diversity in Children’s books. I rarely saw girls on the cover of books with beautiful kinky, coily hair. My daughter started noticing none of the library books had girls who looked like her, so I decided to create books showcasing the brilliance & beauty of Black Children. I am motivated by the little girl inside me who remembers what it was like to be told, “Black girls can’t be princesses.” I am motivated by purpose and responsibility to uplift & empower this generation and the next. I am able and equipped to do it, so I choose to lean in and DO IT.
How do you create the life you want?: You and I create the life we want by thinking intentional thoughts solely focused on that which we desire. I have learned through reading, studying, and life experience that if I want a beautiful life, I have to think thoughts full of beauty. Everything we see and feel originated in our thoughts first. We can have a good life by thinking good thoughts.
What makes you HUMAN?: My imperfections, passion, and ability to connect make me human. Being aware of the beauty and temporal nature of this life reminds me of my humanity.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Three things to know about self love and wellness are:
1.) Your thoughts are seeds. Plant a garden full of gratefulness, kindness, love, & beauty. This is how you cultivate emotional & mental wellness. Think good thoughts.
2.) Loving yourself is the key to being a good partner, parent, and person. You can only love others as well as you love yourself. If you criticize yourself often, you will criticize others often. Be kind to yourself, first and foremost.
3.) Be mindful of what you consume. What kind of books are you reading? What type of social media accounts do you follow? All of these things affect the way you see yourself and your mental wellness. If you don’t like what you see, change what you are consuming. You can do it.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Something you can incorporate today to live well is DAILY POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS AND QUIET TIME IN NATURE. When you wake up in the morning, speak over yourself. Use creation statements, “I Am ______” and speak life and abundance. Try and sit in nature daily, even if it’s just 10 minutes. We are connected and recharged by nature.
Email Address: darcelbeingbooks@gmail.com
Website: http://www.darcelbeingbooks.com
Social media handles?: Personal Instagram: @darcelbeing
Business Instagram: @darcelbeingbooks
FB: Darcel Ricketts
I create the life I want by first believing...
My app was created to help people find blackowned businesses that are natural and holistic based. I was motivated to start this because in my search to find beauty products, hair products, restaurants etc. that were as natural as possible, I discovered that there were many that were blackowned. Amazing smaller companies that were not getting the publicity they should be.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: My app was created to help people find blackowned businesses that are natural and holistic based. I was motivated to start this because in my search to find beauty products, hair products, restaurants etc. that were as natural as possible, I discovered that there were many that were blackowned. Amazing smaller companies that were not getting the publicity they should be. I wanted to change the mindset of "I'd support blackowned businesses if I knew where they were and how to find them". Well now I've made it just a tad bit easier to do so.
How do you create the life you want?: I create the life I want by first believing that I can have the life I want, I deserve the life I want and that I already have the life I want. Manifesting is the first step to making what is already there in the non-physical realm come to fruition.
What makes you HUMAN?: What makes me human is my beliefs, my morals, and how I love and respect other humans.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. Wellness, not only physical, but also mental, is essential for survival. You have to take care of the vessel that God created. Garbage in, Garage out. What you are eating, what you put on your skin, whether you exercise or not, your thoughts, and what you are watching and reading all contributes to this.
2. You have to take care of yourself before you will ever be able to care and/or provide for anyone else. You can't pour from any empty cup. Just like they say on plane rides, put the oxygen mask on yourself first before the child. (Have to be alive to be able to give oxygen to that child)
3. Giving back is food for the soul.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Feed you mind, body and soul only the best of the best.
Email Address: Lahl539@aim.com
Website: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xf89fcd44b6c.app
Social media handles?: Instagram @officialnatdaily
I create the life I want just by living and it’s that simple...
I create the life I want just by living and it’s that simple. You live and you learn. Even on the bad days you can only go up from there and I always remind myself no matter how crappy I’m feeling it’s always someone doing worse which pushes me to want to do better. I create the life I want by living how I want and not putting myself in boundaries.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: Bath and Body Works inspired me to start my business. I think I got tired of spending all my money there and started researching then just grew from there! I inspire myself more and more each daily constantly finding ways to level up and push my creative boundaries. It started as a business idea like oh I want to make money and I know it’s a market for it. But turned into a passion and the more fun I’m having making them the better my products turn out. I’m literally evolving more and more each day. That's what keeps me motivated and my will power to push forward even on days or weeks I don't do so well. I know good things will come in time.
How do you create the life you want?: I create the life I want just by living and it’s that simple. You live and you learn. Even on the bad days you can only go up from there and I always remind myself no matter how crappy I’m feeling it’s always someone doing worse which pushes me to want to do better. I create the life I want by living how I want and not putting myself in boundaries.
What makes you HUMAN?: What makes me human is realizing and understanding that there will be bad days but also brighter days to come and it’s okay to be moody and down and sad. That's part of being human as long as I pick myself up and try again.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Self love is loving yourself not only made up with weaves and make-up but down to the root when your hair is nappy and your body starts to change. When you gain a little weight or stretch marks, when your favorite dress doesn't fit anymore. Self love is looking in the mirror and smiling back.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Something we can incorporate to live life well today is remembering our voices matter, our opinions matter our thoughts matter and we matter , our natural hair matter or natural skin matters and our feelings matter
Email Address: dayjavu.company@gmail.com
Website: http://www.dayjavucandles.com
Social media handles?:www.instagram.com/dayjavu_candles
I’m continuously motivated by my journey to #KeepGoing
I was inspired to start Black Wholeness Collective due to my life falling apart. After reaching the top of my own success I realized I’d gotten there standing on fear, trauma, and my fragile mental health
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was inspired to start Black Wholeness Collective due to my life falling apart. After reaching the top of my own success I realized I’d gotten there standing on fear, trauma, and my fragile mental health.
I’m continuously motivated by my journey to #KeepGoing, no matter how dark or dismal things appear. I’ve seen my share of bad days and know that I remain the strongest person I know.
Black Wholeness Collective reflects the same tenacious attitude and spirit for other African Descendants to seek healing for themselves; Mind, Body and Spirit.
How do you create the life you want?: My envision of what I want my life to be changes with the wind; I’m learning how to take my life one day and step at a time. I get to choose daily who and what I want to be; by doing things that make me happy without having to think too hard or too far into the future.
Short answer: sis, idk often and I’m becoming more ok with that answer, daily.
What makes you HUMAN?: Allowing myself the grace and mercy to make mistakes, heal, and be a full range of emotions while doing it.
I am human. I don’t have to prove that by any other means.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. My self-love is mine; the world didn’t give it to me and it can’t take it away.
2. No one has any of your answers; only their own lessons.
3. Life is not a group project; you’ll have to live it and do your own work.
Extra: self-care goes beyond external things; it’s more about what you can replenish and internally do you fill in your own gaps.. think of it as your own way of internally hugging you.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Place a focus on healing; If you’ve suffered from childhood, adolescent and or adult trauma know those foundations won’t rebuild themselves...beloved..
Email Address: info@BlackWholenessCollective.com
Website: http://Www.Blackwholenesscollective.Com
Social media handles?: IG @BlackWholenessCollective
FB @BlackWholenessCollective
I create the life I want...
Self love is the ability to be able to love yourself even when you feel like you don’t have a reason to. Self love is freedom. Self love is essential to you growth in this life. Taking care of your body is an act of self love.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: My children, and the demand from social media. I have been using the products that I make since 2014, a push from social media inspired me to make them into a business. My children motivate me to keep going. My daughter mimics everything that I do, my son brags about his mother’s “growth essentials.” Wanting to inspire my children to be everything that they want to be inspires me.
How do you create the life you want?: I create the life I want by refusing to let the cards that I’ve been dealt dictate how far I can go. I’ve always dreamed beyond my reality and I’m determined to bring all of those dreams into fruition.
What makes you HUMAN?: Creating.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Self love is the ability to be able to love yourself even when you feel like you don’t have a reason to. Self love is freedom. Self love is essential to you growth in this life. Taking care of your body is an act of self love.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Mediation. Meditation is so freeing, it really teaches you to be still and to focus on what really matters, your breathing, your peace, stillness.
Email Address: info@surigrowthessentials.com
Website: http://www.surigrowthessentials.com
Social media handles?: Twitter/IG: @styledtoatea
Business IG: @surigrowthessentials
Be kind to yourself! Life is hard enough...
I created the life that I wanted with a plan and hard work. I literally carry my journal in my bag. I know I could put it in my phone but I’m old school in that way! My mom always says write it down and make it plain! Not only am I making it plain but I’m also affirming to myself that what I’m writing will come to pass.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I started TuShea Natural as an answer to expensive prescription creams that still didn’t moisturize my skin, left me smelling like a medicine cabinet, and filled with steroid. I created the product line so that people of all budgets who want an alternative for skin care can afford luxury all natural type bath and body products without breaking the bank. Helping people motivates me to keep going. I do this for Ms Jackie who uses TuShea Body Whip because it helps with arthritis pain and Ms Debbi who says that a little of our Body Whip on her face keeps her wrinkles away. I do it for my son, who is 5 and watches me while I mix products and run a business. I want him to see his mom making a difference in other people's lives.
How do you create the life you want?: I created the life that I wanted with a plan and hard work. I literally carry my journal in my bag. I know I could put it in my phone but I’m old school in that way! My mom always says write it down and make it plain! Not only am I making it plain but I’m also affirming to myself that what I’m writing will come to pass.
What makes you HUMAN?: Working to be the best version of myself that I can be is what makes me human. Knowing that I’ll fail at some things but I will succeed at many things. My failures are just setups for my success.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Owning a self care company the three things you should know are
1. Be kind to yourself! Life is hard enough without you being in your head judging yourself.
2. Do whatever you need to do to be who you are. Figure out what makes you happy and do it. But don’t just stop at one thing, keep looking for things that make you happy and keep doing that!
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Add a plant to your life! When the pandemic first hit I have to tell you I was in a funk. Stuck in the house when the weather was at its best. Though I attended every IG party when morning came I was still stuck. I’ve never been much of a plant person prior to the pandemic. I was online and a friend who is one of those awesome farmer type women, gardens has chickens stuff like that, went her social media selling dumb cane plants. I bought the plant with minimum expectation of a long life but setting my intentions on this plant to bring fresh life into my home. This plant is now flourishing but has fulfilled me in a way I never knew it could! I say that to say living life well doesn’t have to be something huge or expensive to impact your life in a huge way.
Email Address: booktushea@gmail.com
Website: http://www.TuSheaNaturals.com
Social media handles?: @tusheabutta
@tushea_natural
I wear my heart on my sleeve and openly show emotions...
I wear my heart on my sleeve and openly show emotions. I love and feel deeply with my whole being. Not only do I love hard, but I feel just as hard as well. My feelings are intense, and I am sensitive to my emotions. I am aware of my emotions and the world around me. I used to see this as a weakness, but now I know my ability to express and be in tune with my true self is what makes me human.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was inspired to start teaching yoga, because I wanted to share the power of yoga with others. Yoga has been therapeutic and my way to release, relax and recharge daily. I truly believe everyone should experience the magic yoga holds. My burning passion and respect for yoga motivate me to keep going. It is such an honor to serve others and give with my whole heart by teaching yoga. The joy, gratitude, and humility I feel after sharing my experience with yoga or teaching a class fills me up and oozes out of my pores.
How do you create the life you want?: You create the life you want by listening to your intuition, and being honest with yourself and the world around you. By constantly clearing your mental, physical, and emotional space of what is no longer serving you, it allows you to let go of what is distracting you from what you are trying to do. When you have a focal point on something you want in life, you must clear the fog so you can stay focused on where you are trying to go or accomplish. When things get challenging, allow your drive to continue to push you forward. Do everything wholeheartedly and with intention, work hard, and be present moment by moment.
What makes you HUMAN?: I wear my heart on my sleeve and openly show emotions. I love and feel deeply with my whole being. Not only do I love hard, but I feel just as hard as well. My feelings are intense, and I am sensitive to my emotions. I am aware of my emotions and the world around me. I used to see this as a weakness, but now I know my ability to express and be in tune with my true self is what makes me human.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. Your body is an ecosystem, and you must take care of her. Love her. Feed her wholesome foods. Move her. Dress her up and make yourself feel good. Tell her kind words. Surround her with down to earth, positive people. Hydrate her.
2. Setting boundaries with yourself and others is essential.You have to be willing to say no, not only to others but to yourself when needed because boundaries keep you grounded. This type of self-love takes a lot of discipline.
3. Movement really is medicine. Moving your body heals you, not only physically but emotionally and mentally as well. Energy does not die, it just shows up in different forms. Movement allows you to move stagnant energy throughout your body, and use it for good.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Drink your water, and stay hydrated.
Email Address: girlinagapyoga@gmail.com
Website: http://girlinagapyoga.com
Social media handles Instagram: girlinagapyoga
Self-love and wellness is a marathon not a sprint.
While I'm a Black woman and absolutely understand the unique support and empowerment Black women need, I'm an intersectional feminist and wanted to provide merch that uplifts all women; black, brown, trans, white....
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: While I'm a Black woman and absolutely understand the unique support and empowerment Black women need, I'm an intersectional feminist and wanted to provide merch that uplifts all women; black, brown, trans, white.... While we definitely have differences and unique needs, we are humans first and foremost and share a need to support and uplift each other.
So, I have t-shirts, hoodies and accessories that is Black culture-themed and for women in general. I'm also a woman in STEM. I help development teams with product design by conducting user research and help them engineer products that truly support user needs (UX). So, I also have a growing collection of merch with that theme. Right now, the merch is generalized but I plan to shift the focus to women and Blacks in STEM.
I just started this year and while marketing is hard, what keeps me going is my continued belief that this need still exists. We (women) need more apparel and accessories that reflect our vibe whether it's confidence, progressive, pride, thankful, etc.
How do you create the life you want?: I try to always be learning and growing, then share what I learn about health and finance with people that I love. Even as a mid-career single mother, I returned to school to get a Master's degree and advance my career. I make an assertive effort to be an empathetic and understanding ear for my family and friends, even if I don't agree, because what people need more than agreement is to feel heard and understood.
What makes you HUMAN?: Being alive first and foremost. We all deserve love, respect and fair treatment in our pursuit for happiness and prosperity. Equal to receiving the basic rights of being a human, we need to actively work to respect the humanity of others as they too deserve love, respect and fair treatment regardless if we share their experience and their views.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. Self-love and wellness is a marathon not a sprint.
2. Self-Love: The world throws challenges away daily, and so it is a daily effort to practice self-love and self-care.
3. Whether it's coffee with a good friend, reading a good book with a lavender candle burning, or sporting motivational apparel, there's so many ways we can (and should) include people and things in our lives that uplift and encourage our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?::
Email Address: goldenvibesshop@gmail.com
Website: http://goldenvibesshop.com
Social media handles?: @goldenvibesshop
By doing my best to live in peace internally and externally...
I wanted to provide personal care products, especially effective hair care products that are suited for textured hair with ingredients that were natural and safe.
What motivates me to keep going are my customers reaching out with their testimonial of how much my products have helped them. And knowing that I am providing affordable quality products to them is encouraging.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I wanted to provide personal care products, especially effective hair care products that are suited for textured hair with ingredients that were natural and safe.
What motivates me to keep going are my customers reaching out with their testimonial of how much my products have helped them. And knowing that I am providing affordable quality products to them is encouraging.
How do you create the life you want?: By doing my best to live in peace internally and externally. Rely on the power Allah (God), creator of all things. Take control of the things I can, by being a ‘go getter’ . Surrender all especially the ones I have no control over to Him.
What makes you HUMAN?: Love all human beings (and nature’s creatures) regardless of their differences, choices or lifestyles. Knowing when to let go of things that no longer work, as knowing when to let go isn’t failure but victory.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: 1. Cry when you need to without holding back but
2. Don’t dwell in your sorrows for long, let go!
3. Don’t be suspicious or judgmental of others so as to create the peace that you need in your life.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: I would apply those same 3 things about about creating self love and wellness
BUT I will add; GRATITUDE always be grateful even for the smallest things for if we can’t be grateful for the smallest things then the bigger things can not come our way.
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I speak on self love and wellness each day...
We could all use a little inspiration; especially in the spoken word form! Dr. Shani Collins Woods, based in Nashville, Tennessee, started the Shani Collins Woods Consulting, LLC, to encourage women to practice self-love and compassion.
We could all use a little inspiration; especially in the spoken word form! Dr. Shani Collins Woods, based in Nashville, Tennessee, started the Shani Collins Woods Consulting, LLC, to encourage women to practice self-love and compassion. Her work is centered around faith, self-love, and healthy relationships, and she uses devotionals to reach out to women who need uplifting. Dr. Shani believes that self-care is essential; especially while we’re all facing our own Covid-related issues. She aspires to continue supporting women through her consulting business, and she wants to leave this encouragement: we’ll get through this together! Self-love is easier when you embrace the support of a village, and we’re so thankful to have Dr. Shani’s guidance! We’re elated to introduce you to Dr. Shani, Queen of Consulting!
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: In 2013, I was completing my PhD in Social Work. I had heard Dr. Kerry Ann Rocquemore speak about academic entrepreneurship. I was inspired to launch my speaking, writing and consulting business as a means to share my gifts with others. My work centers on faith, self love, success, and health relationships. In 2015, I wrote "The SHE Devotional: 31 Daily Inspirations for a Woman's Spirit, Health and Emotions" as a means to encourage busy women to practice self compassion and self love.
I am motivated to keep going because I know I have a larger purpose.
I want to leave a legacy and make a meaningful impact on the world.
How do you create the life you want?: My faith is extremely important to me. Each day, I strive to wake up with intention and to act in a purposeful way. In general, I plan things. I recognize that my spiritual, physical and emotional well-being matters to my success in life. As such, I strive to prioritize those areas. By doing so, I am able to focus on my goals and reach them. I am also in tune with my feelings.
If something doesn't feel right for me or bring me peace, I separate from it or move in a different direction. My life has to be peaceful. I am intentional about seeking out people and experiences that bring me the most peace.
What makes you HUMAN?: I cry, feel, hurt, get upset, have anxiety, laugh and love like all human beings. As a social worker, I am trained to study human behavior and diagnosis people's problems. I am trained to problem solve. It it easy to focus the lens on others and map out a path for them. But what about my own humanity?
I strive to become more self-aware, conscious, and in tune with myself, my feelings, my thoughts, my joy and pain. I also strive to tune into the plight of those around me. My husband, Timothy, tells me I care about issues that others might not find interesting. I love knowing why people think, feel, and behave certain ways. My passion for seeing people live whole healthy makes lives me human because I share that same desire. If I can help others learn and/or be taught by others, I welcome the experience. We are all works in progress.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: I speak on self love and wellness each day and to many people in various spaces.
I always tell people: self love and self care are not independent. If you do not love yourself, you will not care for yourself.
Second, self love allows you to clearly know your value and self-worth as a human. When you know your worth, you will raise the standards for yourself. Third, boundaries are a part of self-love. It is not selfish to prioritize your spiritual, mental and physical health You must protect your personal peace at all costs.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Given the gravity of Covid-19 and its impact on all aspects of our lives, self care is essential. I believe it is important to strive to to make responsible food choices and to exercise. It is important to make time for your spiritual, physical, and emotional health. Activities like prayer and meditation, walking, jogging, running, dancing, and writing, signing, even TikTokking and provide a release. You don't have to be perfect. You just have to try to prioritize yourself. Also, let go of shame. During this pandemic, if you need help in any area of your life, ask for it. Shame paralyzes us and stresses us out. Due to Covid-19, many people are extremely stressed and struggling with anxiety. We all need help in various areas of our lives. We will get through this experience, together. Ask for what you need. Don't suffer in silence.
Email Address: askdrshani@gmail.com
Website: http://Www.Askdrshani.com
Social media handles?: @askdrshani on
YouTube, Twitter and Instagram
I'm updating my professional websites.
Shanicollins.com (rebranding)
AskDrShani.com (rebranding)
We believe the children are our future...
We believe the children are our future...so we believe in servicing them the best we can! Katherine White, an entrepreneur based in Houston, Texas, loves to find ways to empower children. When the Covid-19 Pandemic hit and services and organizations relied on online programming, Katherine founded Kids Church Too, an online children’s church and kid’s ministry consulting program.
We believe the children are our future...so we believe in servicing them the best we can! Katherine White, an entrepreneur based in Houston, Texas, loves to find ways to empower children. When the Covid-19 Pandemic hit and services and organizations relied on online programming, Katherine founded Kids Church Too, an online children’s church and kid’s ministry consulting program. It’s important planting seeds in children’s lives, and Katherine continues to do so by utilizing her org! When it comes to achieving self-love, Katherine relies on Jesus, therapy, and movement as keys for her wellness plan. We admire the work you’re doing, Katherine. We’d love to introduce you to Katherine, Queen of Children’s Church!
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I am an entrepreneur at heart with a growing independent publishing company, Sunny Smiles, and a brand new non profit organization (Beyond The Best Care Academy) and are the heart of all I do is to empower children. So when the world was on lock down, I started missing my time serving kiddos at church. I teach, plan lessons, and form programming for kids at church and I’ve done this, in some capacity, for well over 15 years. Churches started to switch to online services but I hadn’t seen anything for kids. I thought kids go to church too, they need those encouraging messages now more than ever, and from there I created Kids Church Too! My own childhood experiences with children’s ministry is one thing that keeps me going. It was a safe space for me and where I learned about faith in God through activities that were on a level I could understand and practically apply what I was learning. Knowing how important planting positive seeds in children’s lives keeps me going.
How do you create the life you want?: I listen and pray.
I listen to God who created me to be able create the life I want that is aligned with my purpose for being. Not in some super hyper religious way but I listen to my body, to my spirit, and to my silence. In a subtle spiritual way. Then I decide to move or relax. To travel or chill. To work or play. I also do my very best to only do what connects with what I hear in my times of listening and praying.
What makes you HUMAN?: My laughter, tears, and imperfections make me human. I laugh a lot!
Laughter is truly medicine for the soul. I make mistakes and I am imperfect but. I cry at the saddest and the sweetest moments.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: I wrote a children’s book, Little Girl’s and Their Ponytails, filled with affirmations to teach girls to love who they are.
Jesus, therapy, and movement are a part of my regular personal wellness plan which flows from self-love.
I love myself, so
I invest in developing healthy habits that will make me better. When I’m swaying from the healthy habits that work for me, I get affirmations going as reminders of who I am and what’s best for me.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Incorporate an affirmation reminding you of something beautiful or powerful about yourself, even if you don’t see it yet. Eventually, you will and you will be well on your way to living life well by speaking affirmations over yourself.
Email Address: katherine83white@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.Kidschurchtoo.com
Social media handles?: @kwhitewrites on Instagram and Twitter
Protect your energy at all costs...
Releasing harmful energy and feeling is always essential when it comes to self-love. This includes cleansing your entire body, from your head to your toe; especially your vagina! Yes, vaginal steaming works, and Darlene Johnson’s business proves for it to be incredibly beneficial. Darlene Johnson, based in Frisco, Texas, founded Her Secret Garden V-Stream, after experiencing a vaginal steaming. She realized how much of a wonderful experience it was and wanted to share the service to other women who were looking for a way to let go and heal. When it comes to self-love, Darlene believes in protecting your energy at all costs. In order to live well, Darlene practices the art of letting go, and she encourages all women to be courageous enough to do the same. We are in awe by your incredible service, Darlene. We’d love to introduce you to Darlene, Queen of V-Steams!
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was looking for a way to release emotionally while going thru a divorce. I stumbled upon vaginal steaming and decided to give it a try. The experience was wonderful and after my appt I cried. It was the release I was looking for. I wanted to share this amazing service with other women.
Once I researched all the benefits I was certain I wanted to introduce the world to v-steam.
My clients keep me going, the women that DM me and trust me with their most intimate secrets, pains and traumas
How do you create the life you want?: By enjoying life, laughing, loving others, smelling the roses, valuing people not things.
Surrendering to life and The Most High, letting go of the need to be in control.
What makes you HUMAN?:
Life’s good and bad, ups and downs
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?:
1. Protect your energy at all costs
2. There is no love more important than the love you give yourself
3. Never compare yourself to others
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Laughter! Don’t take life too seriously there’s only one way out of here and we must all pass thru at some point.
Email Address: info@hersecretgardenvsteam.com
Website: http://www.hersecretgardenvsteam.com
Social media handles?: @hersecretgardenvsteam
Self-love is a life-long journey...
Do you remember the last time you received intentional and meaningful guidance? Black women are judged for any and everything, from our personal style to our professional ambition. Sometimes, all you need is a hand...and incredible women like Simeko Hartley are dedicated to being a service! Simeko, based in Roselle Park, NJ, founded Meko, New York LLC, a consulting agency that specializes in natural hair care and beauty. This business empowers women to become authentic, which is key in nurturing a healthy self-love. Self-love is a life-long journey, and the first step starts with embracing yourself wholeheartedly. We thank you for your service, Simeko. We’re elated to introduce you to Simeko, Queen of Development!
Do you remember the last time you received intentional and meaningful guidance? Black women are judged for any and everything, from our personal style to our professional ambition. Sometimes, all you need is a hand...and incredible women like Simeko Hartley are dedicated to being a service! Simeko, based in Roselle Park, NJ, founded Meko, New York LLC, a consulting agency that specializes in natural hair care and beauty. This business empowers women to become authentic, which is key in nurturing a healthy self-love. Self-love is a life-long journey, and the first step starts with embracing yourself wholeheartedly. We thank you for your service, Simeko. We’re elated to introduce you to Simeko, Queen of Development!
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: My 92 year old grandmother who just recently passed from Covid-19.
[CREATE THE LIFE] I know entrepreneurship is in my blood because I always knew ever since I was a little girl growing up that I wanted to have my own business.
How do you create the life you want?: Although I was labeled a statisic because I grew up, in what was considered the ghetto, without a mother or a dad there to guide me, I decided that I was going to let that label determine who I would be and what I would accomplish.
What makes you HUMAN?:
I am HUMAN because God placed a special gift inside of me to share with the world. And I am determined to nurture that gift so that I can inspire and empower everyone I meet so they can find their special gift and live their best life possible.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?:
Self-Love starts with truly embracing your authentic self...flaws and all
2. You cannot truly love others unless you first love yourself
3. Self-Love is a lifelong journey.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: Developing a positive growth mindset.
Email Address: mekonewyork@gmail.com
Website: http://www.mekonewyorkllc.com
Social media handles?: IG @simekoantionette @mekonewyorkllc
FB @Meko New York @Natural2Natural
Self love really starts with self commitment.
I was initially inspired to start my business as a way to help women feel good about themselves by looking good. Over the last 20 years it has evolved to empowering women to start internally, because that's where lasting transformation happens.
What inspired you to start your business? What motivates you to keep going?: I was initially inspired to start my business as a way to help women feel good about themselves by looking good. Over the last 20 years it has evolved to empowering women to start internally, because that's where lasting transformation happens. Every woman I meet with a limiting story or belief keeps me motivated to continue teaching and showing up because I know they need it.
How do you create the life you want?:
I create the life I want by constantly checking in with myself and assessing if I like the space I'm in both literally and figuratively. Like, if I'm not happy or feel like I'm thriving I start looking for what thriving now looks like, and from there an actionable plan is devised.
What makes you HUMAN?: Wow I love this question! One thing that makes me human is that I can be so rebellious at times with instruction, even with what God has told me. Definitely a human trait.
What's three things you want us to know about self-love/wellness?: Three things I want you to know about self-love or wellness is:
1. Self love really starts with self commitment.
2. As you evolve, you'll have to learn to love the new you.
3. Loving yourself the most will allow you to love others the best.
What's something we can incorporate today to LIVE LIFE WELL?:: One thing you can incorporate right now to live life well is to implement the use of systems in your life or business to release the act of attempting to do everything yourself.
Email Address: info@sonjathompkins.com
Website: http://www.sonjathompkins.com
Social media handles?: Instagram: @SonjaThompkins
Facebook: @SonjaThompkins