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The First Revolution Is Internal I had the honor of sharing my thoughts on solidarity during the Catholic Volunteer Network’s 2025 conference. The audience was very familiar with the Catholic Social Teaching principle of solidarity. It is more than just a nice feeling between individuals. It means “recognizing the responsibilities we have to each other, and taking an active role in helping…

Staying Rooted in Self During Times of Transition

“Remember who you are and whose you are” This quote from Sister Thea Bowman was used by a student at my former school as part of her 8th-grade promotion speech. What a fitting piece of advice during a season of transition. I have yet to meet someone who is 100% excited about the change. Transition and change, even good ones, can be difficult and uncomfortable. We feel uncertain as we await what…

Creating a Pampering Ritual

Some products linked may be affiliate links which means I earn a commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to purchase. Creating a self-care pampering routine has been important to carve out quality time with me. During that time I gather my thoughts, reflect on creative ideas, and unwind. Taking extra time for myself allows me to refill my cup, appreciate my body and appearance, and…

Why you should have a fitness routine and how to start your fitness journey?

There are many reasons to start your fitness journey. If you have considered “getting into” or “getting back into” exercise and want to know how to start, I’m here to give some reasons and tips. Beyond weight loss Typically when you look up the benefits of exercise or watch commercials, the primary messaging around exercise has to do with losing weight. Even if it’s not explicitly stated, it’s…

Waterfront Gem: AC Hotel Downtown, NYC Review. Where to stay and visit for a weekend away in the city. @achotel #nyctrip

There’s no denying that New York City is a coveted tourist destination. There are world-class restaurants, museums, and attractions. But when it comes to deciding on a hotel, the plethora of options can be daunting. It can be hard to figure out where to stay in New York. During my many New York City stays, I have fallen for the Financial District as a gem for tourists. My recent stay with my…

How to Practice Self Love Using the Love Languages

The five love languages is a quiz used to help people improve their relationships. The idea is that by knowing your love language and that of the other person you can better communicate with each other and better understand each other. I truly believe there is a deeper value in understanding the love languages and that value has a place outside of romantic relationships. It has value in…

Winter Favorites: Beauty, Wellness, Fashion, and Lifestyle. #winterfavorites

Beauty These are some of my favorite beauty, wellness, and lifestyle favorites that I have been reaching for the most this winter. I have been loving products that help me keep my skin hydrated to combat the winter weather. Supplements that can help strengthen my joints post knee surgery while helping with sleep have been among wellness and lifestyle changes. Finally, any item that is easy to…

2020 Lessons and 2021 Goals: Cultivating a bolder, more Restful and Resilient Self #restandresilience

The new year is a time when we look to new possibilities and when declarations and goals are made to set the tone for the next 365 days ahead. Naturally, we cannot look ahead without examining lessons learned from the year before. No one can argue that 2020 will go down as the most challenging year for so many people on so many levels. You can also argue that amidst the muck there were many gems…

My Favorite Protein Smoothie Recipes

My go-to breakfast whether I’m headed into work or working from home is a protein-packed smoothie. I find that being able to sip my breakfast guarantees I get a lot of nutrients early in the day. This helps me keep a healthier diet no matter my work situation. Here are three of my favorite easy high protein and low-cost smoothie recipes as well as variations to add an extra boost to your…

Calluna Labs Ultra Releases

Not all Facial Oils are created Equal

The most important step in my skincare routine is applying facial oil. 

Recently I reviewed Calluna Labs CBD Restorative Gold Elixir and it has quickly become one of my favorite facial oils to use especially when my skin needs that extra boost of restoration.

Calluna Labs just launched two new facial oils in their collection. One provides…

There is a lot of chaos in the world around us. There is a level of uncertainty that can create commotion not just around us but internally as well. How can anyone find peace of mind in a time like this?

I often used to brag that I thrive in chaos. What I should have said was I can survive in chaos. For as long as I can remember I have had the ability to be laser-focused on a solution when it…

There were lots of favorites items I reached for this past month and I wanted to share them with you. I tried a lot of skincare and makeup as old staples ran out so that allowed me to try new products and rediscover old favorites.

I read (listened on Audible) two books that have been very self-validating and encouraging as I continue to promote social justice. I highly recommend listening to…

Keep Your Head Up

𝔸𝕕𝕒𝕖𝕫𝕖- In Igbo it means daughter of the king or chief. She is a woman who knows who she is. She is confident, hard working, a leader and respected by her works and not only her title.

For me Adaeze reminds me that I am a child of God. The daughter of the king of all kings. And in knowing who I am I must remember to whom I belong. That strengthens me when I am weary. It emboldens me to lead…

This blog post is in partnership with Calluna Labs. All opinions are my own. 

I’m not a stranger to using products with CBD. For the past two years, I have tried out a few products myself. During that time the options for products have grown dramatically. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is derived from the Cannabis plant. It has been linked to many therapeutic benefits and can be used to ease the…

First of all, we are not merely working from home, we are working through a pandemic. This is a mindset shift that has pushed (thankfully) over the internet lately. It’s a much-needed shift as we all try to manage our way through this ‘new normal’. To be honest, it took a couple of weeks to truly hit me. Perhaps I was naive or was in denial. I was in the “this is your chance to grind and develop…