What an honor to be amongst these phenomenal worldwide women! Someone asked me, “How did you get on that list?”. I almost took offense but then began to chuckle as I responded, “I’m good like that!” ☺️ The truth is, I was honored to be on this list because I showed up! This issue focusesContinue reading “Women’s History Month”
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Where Is Home?
There is a quote that says, “Home is Where the Heart is” but based on many relationships I’m seeing, I’m not sure where home is. Home is defined by Oxford Language, “as a place one lives, an institution for people needing professional care, or aimed toward with great accuracy”. What I’m seeing as the newContinue reading “Where Is Home?”
Can I Get a Refill
Greetings to each of you! I am hopeful that you’re having a purposeful day, with plans for an intentional future. Today, I’m sharing my personal lament! I need a REFILL! I know someone is saying, “Valerie, you’re not alone”, while others may be chuckling at the thought. Trust me, it doesn’t matter what side ofContinue reading “Can I Get a Refill”
Reality Check
Who am I? Have you ever asked yourself that question? I hope I’m not the only one. I know who I am honestly, but these last few days have prompted me to have another Reality Check. I had a self-love conversation with myself, and the first question was, “What if…..?”. That question triggered thoughts ofContinue reading “Reality Check”
My Silent Killer
You’re always looking at me, the glare in your eyes of disdain, what do you want from me? Haven’t you already taken enough from me! Just look at yourself, look at the mess that you’ve caused – you know these things that happened to you are youre fault. You see my pain, yet you insistContinue reading “My Silent Killer”
Let’s Transform Together
Are you struggling with taking your next step into greatness? Are there still stumbling blocks clouding your mind? If you’re in that place, I want you to know that I’ve been there too. When I share with people that I have been Empowered to Empower Others (#E2EO), it’s real. I have faced different types ofContinue reading “Let’s Transform Together”
Silence the Noise of Doubt
Who is making that DOUBT Noise? Whoever it is, even if it’s you, it’s time to silence it. Ask yourself this question, “Is the doubt realistic, or is it emotional?” What we often fail to see is that doubt can be silenced, simply by acting. That’s right – just put action to your thought orContinue reading “Silence the Noise of Doubt”
My Money, Time and Beliefs
What do those three things in the title have in common? They are all excuses we use when being approached about making a decision; they are barriers and limitations. I can’t do that because I don’t have enough money, I don’t have the time, and I don’t believe that it’s going to help me. SoundContinue reading “My Money, Time and Beliefs”
The Ex Insecurities
Hey babe, I saw my ex at the mall today, and he told me to tell you hello. How do you think this spouse responded? What would your response have been? Well, let me share what my husband would probably do – he’d give me the side-eye, and then ask, “Which one?”! In the earlierContinue reading “The Ex Insecurities”
Counseling and People of Color
Life challenges are not color blind! Emotional, mental and spiritual problems hit everybody, but there is a definite stigma in our people of color from seeking help from counselors. Most share that the issus iis fear, pride, denial or finances, and each of those could certainly play a role but is there something deeper? ToContinue reading “Counseling and People of Color”
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