Self-preservation is Not Selfish
Through various points in my life, I’ve had several people call me selfish, mostly by men. In every instance, I was called that I immediately felt bad about myself and my actions. Being called selfish...
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How to Use Affirmations
Studies have revealed that over 80% of our daily thoughts are negative. On top of that, 95% of our thoughts are repetitive. And since we have hundreds of thoughts per day that is a lot of...
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Gratitude is Wealth and Health
The end of the year is marked with several holidays meant to evoke joy and gratitude but it remains one of the toughest times of the year for those who are struggling with their mental...
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Survivor Story: Audra Scott
At age 38, opera and gospel performer and teacher Audra Scott was diagnosis with HER2+, stage 2 breast cancer. Although the diagnosis was life-altering, Audra did not let her passion for music, teaching, and family...
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Stress, Anxiety & Covid-19: A Virtual Conversation w/ Michelle Ezell
In this video, Black Girl Affirmed sits with Michelle Ezell, Marriage and Family Therapists to talk about how to deal with anxiety and stress concerning the pandemic, possible PTSD concerns, and applying the right mindset...
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Avoiding Toxic Positivity
Everyone puts up a front at some point in their lives. Whether on social media, with friends and family or on their job. Very rarely are people 100% themselves at all times. It’s ingrained in...
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