Are You Being Firm or Allowing Others to Walk All Over You?

For the last few days I have been coaching my daughter, who’s a college freshman, on how to be firm and demanding when it comes to her career and working with others. She’s an associate editor for a student-run publication and with her title comes a few responsibilities she isn’t quite use to. It’s almost like a supervisory role in a sense because she’s assigning tasks … Continue reading Are You Being Firm or Allowing Others to Walk All Over You?

What Has God Saved You For?

Last week was a bit challenging for me. As I’ve been successfully overcoming my fear of speaking up and letting my voice be heard, I still find that I struggle when it comes to other areas in my life. My health, from time to time causes me to doubt and worry. Sometimes I forget to believe and exercise my faith. I’ve had healthy challenges in … Continue reading What Has God Saved You For?

Could What You Fear Really Happen?

  I believe in the power of coaching. I know myself and know I perform best when I have someone to hold me accountable. Sometimes I break the promises I make to myself (seriously working on this) but I tend to keep the ones I make to other people. That’s why I’m overjoyed to be working with a leadership coach. See, I’m ready to truly … Continue reading Could What You Fear Really Happen?

Make a Bold Move: Release the Clutter

I was searching for something the other day and I realized that I had no clue where it was.  I live with my brother now so most of my things are stored in 2 closets in my bedroom.  Admittedly, I’m not the most organized person in the world so it’s challenging.  As I’m digging around in frustration (determined to find them), I’m asking myself “why … Continue reading Make a Bold Move: Release the Clutter

Finding Life During Adversity

It’s been several weeks since I’ve written a piece and I apologize for taking such a long hiatus.  I’ve been dealing with personal issues close to my heart but I felt that it was important for me to check in. While I can’t share specifics due to privacy issues, it’s safe to say that it’s been a very challenging couple of months but one that … Continue reading Finding Life During Adversity

And Then This Happened

I’m still on a high. Last week an issue of Essence magazine hit the stands (the November 2015 issue to be exact) and it has completely changed me. Let me tell you why. A few months ago I received a message from Lamar Tyler 1/2 of the married duo who’ve created the award winning site, http://www.blackandmarriedwithkids.com His message just reminded me to check my voice mail. … Continue reading And Then This Happened