Posts and pages related to loving ourselves and creating/maintaining happiness.
“One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day alike. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind.” Romans 14:5 KJV When I was a child, and during a portion of my adulthood, I wondered what people thought of me. I wanted to be accepted and thought of fondly – now… Read More What Do You Think?
Earlier today I read a very interesting post about the word fat. The author identifies herself with the word and she is comfortable with it. After reading it I pondered over my feelings of discontent with that three letter word. Why do I dislike it so much? According to Merriam-Webster, one of the definitions of… Read More I Don’t Like the Word Fat…Am I Not as Pioneering as I Think I am?
“I’ve realized that being annoyed by the positive behavior of others is due to the lack of comfort and happiness within ourselves. Why else would we be bothered?” – B.B. When we are naked we are undisguised, blatant, overt, and possibly vulnerable. Depending on our mental state, being naked can cause some level of discomfort or… Read More Naked and Unafraid
“…for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvellous are thy works..” Psalm 139:14 KJV Over the weekend I watched an episode of one of my favorite classic sitcoms, The Golden Girls. I enjoyed watching this show as a child, but now that I am older I have a greater appreciation for it. There are so many… Read More Marvelousness: This is Why I Shine
A couple of weeks ago I learned of the passing of a Gospel artist by the name of Thomas Clay. I didn’t know him personally, but I know quite a few people who called him friend. When I learned of his death I had my usual reaction – shock. It truly amazes me how the… Read More Time: The Non-Refillable Commodity
About a year ago I learned that I was the subject of daily conversation amongst my colleagues – or at least my clothes were. I was told a group of people would gather and wait for me to pass by to see what I was wearing. I was described as, “that heavy-set dark-skinned chick that… Read More That Heavy-set Dark-Skinned Chick Can Dress – This Should be a Hashtag
“Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice.” – Will Smith Fear is defined as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. There are several… Read More Fear: Face Everything and Rise
There are so many things in life that can keep us from moving forward. From past experiences to fears of the unknown, in addition to discouraging words of others and the voices in our heads. In spite of all of those possibilities, I want to urge you to keep going. Like most of you, I… Read More Today Is National Day of Encouragement!
“…instead of talking about me, speak kind words to me…” – Reverend James Cleveland Calla lilies are my favorite flowers. In the Ancient Greek tradition and classic Victoria language they are commonly known for being magnificent and overwhelmingly beautiful. They also symbolize resurrection and rebirth, because it returns after the winter each year. And they… Read More Give Me My Flowers; An Apology To My Body
During one of my brainstorming sessions earlier this week I pondered over the topic for this post, and I came up with “Sex Symbol.” Mainly because of a conversation I had with a colleague a few months ago about how full-figured women are sexualized in the media. I was innocently searching for an article about plus-size model… Read More Full-Figured Women as Sex Symbols?…Yes, Bullies – We Are
