Category: Wellness and Self-Care
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HOW TO BEAT SEASONAL BLUES WITH WELLNESS HABITS
Did you know that a simple habit can put you ahead of 90% of people in your wellness journey? One habit can uplift your mood, protect your energy, and give you mental clarity that you so desire. Believe it or not but there but this season is a time of bad moods and lack of…
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HOW TO LOCK IN AND GET WHATEVER YOU WANT
This is the season of ‘the great lock-in’, and for good reason. The year is almost over, and you don’t have anything to show for it yet. All the goals you set for yourself this year were not accomplished. Now I have been there. I have set goals so many times, and I didn’t accomplish…
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THE BEST NIGHT TIME ROUTINE FOR HYPERPIGMENTATION
As a black girl, one thing I have always suffered from is dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Especially with the harsh sun, hyperpigmentation can be a girl’s worst problem. As a girl dealing with hyperpigmentation, one thing you need to master is your nighttime routine. At night, your skin tends to be more receptive to skincare…
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POWERFUL JOURNALING PROMPTS FOR MENTAL CLARITY
We have talked about journaling: how to journal and why journaling is important. There are many reasons why you should journal, and one of them is for mental clarity. Now, this is one of the best ways for you to clear the clutter from your mind and master emotional regulation. The thing is, mental clarity…
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BEST OILS & BUTTERS FOR 4C NATURAL HAIR GROWTH
We have talked about how to grow your 4C type hair, and we have come up with a simple routine that can make your 4C type hair grow. The routine includes the application of butters and oils to your hair. Applying butters and oils to your hair promotes healthy growth, retains moisture, reduces breakage, and…
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WHAT IS STRESS AND WHY IS IT HARMFUL?: THE SCIENCE OF STRESS
Something I have come to realize is that stress is a normal part of life. Yes, you shouldn’t overdo it, but feeling stress once in a while is totally normal and can also be a good motivator for getting things done. But when it becomes chronic and you experience it often, it can lead to…
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A ONE-HOUR MORNING ROUTINE FOR BUSY WOMEN
Do you know one thing about being a busy woman? You have no time for a three-hour morning routine filled with Pilates, sipping tea, yoga, and sometimes you will burn out because of how fast your morning goes. Morning sets the tone for the day, and you deserve a slow, beautiful morning filled with peace…
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BOUNDARIES 101: YOUR BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO SETTING BOUNDARIES.
The topic of boundaries has been a long-standing controversy, particularly in the context of mental health and wellness. However, many people often get confused about what the term ‘boundaries’ really means. Boundaries are simply the limits you set in different parts of your life. They act as barriers you create in areas such as your…
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HOW TO PLAN A SELF-CARE WEEKEND
Here is something I think every girl should know. Sleep doesn’t actually mean rest, and sometimes you need to rest — like really rest. In a world where there are so many things you have to do to be productive and successful, taking a step back to actually rest and reflect is the best thing…
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HOW TO EAT BETTER WITHOUT DIETING
Do you know what the key to eating healthily is? It’s not just something you do for a while and then stop, or something you do for the aesthetic; it’s a lifestyle. It should become an integral part of your daily routine. I genuinely believe that unless you are trying to take on a challenge…