Every child dreams about having a doll or a superhero but it should be every child’s dream to have a doll or superhero that resembles them.

LIVE YOUR MAGIC, BECOME WHO YOU AREShirline OctaveFebruary 7, 2019BLACK MILK WOMENBlack milk women, black women matters, representation matters, black little girls, black dolls, black heroes, for the culture, the lack of representation, culture appropration, black culture, oscar so white, black panther oscar nomination, women empowering women, black women blog, montreal black blogger, diversity in canada, diversity in france, black history month, representation in media, representation in the beauty industry, black models, black excellence, african american stereotypes, africans stereotypes, caribbean stereotypes, raising black kids, race issue, white supremacy, fenty beauty, ll inclusive campaigns, jackie aina, virgil abloh first black at louis vuitton, louis vuitton diversity, diversity and luxury, black lives matter, we want the same opportunityComment

SELF-IMPROVEMENT: THE FEAR OF SUCCESS

If you thought getting started was the hardest part of pursuing a dream – you’re sadly mistaken. The real challenge comes right when you’re in the midst of the action.

A MANIFESTO FOR THE PURPOSELY UNSUCCESSFUL

We are taught — by our well-meaning parents, our environment and the media — misguided recipes for success. Worse, we are told those who do not meet the standards are inferior to those who do. We put money, fame and beauty on a pedestal while we tuck integrity, loyalty and honesty in a dusty cupboard.

I AM THAT I AM: THE TALE OF THE PHOENIX

Think of the last time you felt like you weren’t enough. Let your mind travel back to the most recent moment in time when you were convinced that you lacked something vital. When you made the realization, how did you feel?

ARE YOU TRAPPED?

This idea of being trapped has been lingering around me for some time now. I hear it mentioned more than I’d like. Thing is, I don’t feel it. Or at least not in the way it’s intended.

BECOME WHO YOU AREJanelle J.November 2, 2017BLACK MILK WOMENmotivation, black millennials, black girl magic, life is a decision, live your life, Women inspiring women, women empowering women, black women empowering, do your best, meaningful life, blog for black women, black girls who blog, goal settingComment

HOW TO KEEP GOING WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE GIVING UP

No one has ever coasted through life to sweet success without experiencing their own challenges. How to keep going when you feel like giving up?

BECOME WHO YOU AREAlicia LueDecember 13, 2016life hacks, keep moving, courage, keys to success, black women, create your lifestyle, montreal, reflection, winning life, goal setting, women inspiring women, determination, life is a decision, never quit, women empowering women, EmpowermentComment

TAKING MY SEAT AT THE TABLE – AN INVITATION FROM SOLANGE KNOWLES

I’ve always liked Solange. There is something very admirable, and quite frankly, enviable, about people who are at ease with themselves. People who wear their individuality unabashedly. People who aren’t too afraid to call you out on your bullsh*t.

LIVE YOUR MAGIC, INSPIRATIONAlicia LueNovember 7, 2016Solange Knowles, A seat at the table, music review, inspiration, women empowering women, reflection, montreal, black women, art workComment

You are An Inspiration

Become Who You Are + Live Your Magic + She Inspires