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When Does It End?
I’m having a hard time mentally dealing with the state of the world right now as a black woman in America.
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Good, Bad, and a Little Bit Funny
Starting a new job always comes with a mix of excitement and stress. I’ve been settling into mine, and like any new role, there are good moments, bad moments, and downright funny ones. I like to call Michael during my breaks—sometimes to vent, sometimes just to breathe and check in.…
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I Get the Villains Now
Because being ✨good✨didn’t get me a damn thing. Some people dream of being the hero. The star. The success story. Me? I just wanted to live my life doing what I loved. I wanted to sing, to write, to build something of my own—without being dragged through the mud for…
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This Isn’t One of Those Pretty Posts
I’m tired. That’s the truth. And I’m not here to polish it or package it into something motivational today. I’ve been trying. I’ve been applying to jobs—I’m over 44 deep right now. And most of them haven’t even responded. The ones that did? Treated me like I was bothering them…
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The Pressure to Be Productive When You’re Healing
Some days, I wake up ready to conquer the world. Other days, I’m just proud I got out of bed. That’s where I’m at right now. I’ve launched my business. I’m looking for work. I’m building a music career. I’m pouring myself into the life I’ve always wanted to create—but…
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CEO Era Activated
You’re looking at the CEO. Yes—I started my own business. It’s something I’ve dreamed about for so long. Something I’ve journaled about, prayed over, vision boarded, researched, and worked for. And now it’s real. I did it. I’m officially a CEO! Will it take time to build? Of course. Am…
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Sumn New, Holdin’ Onto Love, 1st Country Cover💋
This week, I released my first country music cover. And to be honest? I wasn’t sure how it would turn out. But once I hit record, something felt right. It wasn’t perfect—but it was me. Real, honest, raw… and country. And you know what? It turned out pretty damn well.…
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When Choosing Yourself Still Hurts
Last Wednesday, I quit my job. I did it for my mental health. For my peace. For my survival. And at first, I felt amazing. I knew it was the right decision. I still know it. But the truth is, as the days have passed, something unexpected happened: The numbness…
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Still Showing Up (Even When I Want to Walk Out)
Let me be honest—some days it takes everything in me just to clock in. I’ve been doing my best to keep my head up, to be professional, to protect my peace, but when you’re in an environment that refuses to see you—really see you—it starts to chip away at you.…
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Bad Bitch in Progress: Living and Dreaming
Let me tell you something that might surprise you. At 30, I thought I’d have it all figured out by now. The dream career, the perfect balanced relationship. The perfect house, the perfect car, the perfect life. Isn’t that how it goes when you’re a kid? You think how easier…
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