“Don’t panic.”“Remain calm.”“Everything will eventually work itself out.” While the above is true, we can’t all be the Rock of Gibraltar nor should we. You can possess grace under fire, but don’t forget to give yourself permission to FREAK OUT!     Not acknowledging our feelings or simply wishing them away, only intensifies them. The longer you avoid your emotions…

Are you a FRAUD? Are you deceiving people by pretending to be something you are not?I don’t need to know what your answer is but you do. The truth may be key to what’s crippling your success and growth.“Fake it until you make it” or “put your best foot forward” philosophy are sound pieces of advice, but the label of…

Photo Credit: NASAIconic retired NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, portrayed in the movie Hidden Figures, was quoted as saying: “Do your best at all times. That’s the best you can do.”-Katherine Johnson, retired NASA Mathematician “Do your best at all times. That’s the best you can do.” How profound. In a world that is obsessed with keeping up with the Jones and modeling…

I saw this quote today and it perfectly sums up what I feel right now. I remember constantly looking for some magical sign or glimmer of hope that things would get better or my prayers would finally be answered. Today I see things differently.While I still believe in dreams and “magic”, maturity has taught me that the magic is in…

It was 1:30 am and I was so tired! My body said close your eyes and I was just about ready to close my laptop when it hit me. My frustration. You know, it's that topic/subject matter/opinion that the moment someone says it, you have to reply. You could talk a hole in their head while giving your opinion. You could have…

Your life’s story is the essence of who you are. It doesn’t matter what version of truth you present to the world, all that matters is Your truth. And this is the root of a lot of problems in society today.Sadly, many are seasoned by age but not wisdom. Some have the age of adulthood but not the evidence thereof.…

As many post social media pics to remember 911, this day reminds me of the high value of life in the present. People thank God for blessing them with another day of life, but there is no guarantee ever that you will live this entire day. Not trying to be morbid, but this is the truth of reality.Today, two people…

James 1:8, KJV: "A double minded man is unstable in all his ways." It’s not just a mental health issue: it’s a stability issue. Be mindful of those who are always on board with every new idea you share but can’t be found when it’s time to get to work. Be mindful of those who always appear to agree that anything is possible until…

I don’t care how many songs they sing about rebuking the devil, him being under your feet or stomping on his head: If you have dominion, why are you arguing with the devil? In layman’s terms: “They may try you, but you do not have to respond.” Case in point:It never ceases to amaze me how predictable human beings are (myself included). Even…

I guess this message could apply to some males, but I’m speaking directly to my sisters. Women, for the love of God, please STOP Apologizing!I’m not addressing the simple overuse of the phrase, I’m sorry, but the mentality that goes with it. In my professional and personal relationships, I often hear the following statements:“I don’t mean to be mean, but… ““I’m…