Keep Your Crown Up

You never know how what appears to be failure can spark the fire that burns hot enough to succeed. Hopefully me sharing my experience helps you identify the catalyst in your process that got you where you are today!

Back down memory lane... a look into our lives 10 years ago. #TimeFliesTuesday #TenBackTuesday #TransparencyTuesday #Carversations

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It’s not easy to say goodbye to a loved one. Sometimes knowing that they are still with you brings you peace. Sometimes knowing that time will heal that’s all you need.

How do you honor your ancestors? Is it in your walk? Your talk? I’m going to share my experience, and I hope you reflect on yours.

Sometimes we become allergic to the things we were once addicted to. How much are we willing to put up with? Glutton for punishment... or greatness?

We’re fortunate enough to have the talented Daquisha Jones. Today we’re discussing a random question from the Verbal Connections “Conversation Party” card game.

How hard is too hard to push ourselves? What are we willing to sacrifice in order to gain? How do we get the next generation to see the importance of hrs work?

We have the youngest OG speaking about his latest project, concert, and inspiration. Follow him on IG @elicapella9 and download his album BARS on all platforms.

We get into a brief history of the Dap and the science that makes it dope... ✊🏾

Every 3rd Sunday the good people at @FrannyLous have a #BlackBusinessTeaHour. This Sunday Shesheena Bray from @GoingInward taught us some tips on mindfulness in the workplace. Here’s some tools the guest at the event shared...

Sometimes little things can get in the way and have ya thinking we’re having a bad day.

It’s not easy trusting someone enough to be vulnerable with them. We have all been in like with at least someone, and what it’s like to have that good things come to an end. Here are some ways you can bounce back…

In collaboration with the @UrbanLibRoom Podcast we’re using the art of storytelling to dispel stereotypes. These women and I have some stories to tell that can change the way we look at people and treat each other.

The ladies from @TheAfterSchoolPodcast joined us to put the school stuff aside and have a heart warming conversation. We touch on hygiene, kissing cousins, knee caps and words to live by... tune in for a break from the norm, and put down your burdens. A little laughter will help you #KeepYourCrownUp

We all have voices in our head… Which ones are you listening to?

I always heard that all of the little things add up. I never knew that to be the case with progress. I see people flexin and sometimes I wonder when it’s going to be my turn. It’s easy to get discouraged when your working towards something, but that’s why we made this episode. Tune in...

Is it selfish to say “no” more often? Am I a bad person? Will they dislike me because I can’t do for them? These are questions I’m fortunate to now know the answer to...

Often times the community has to come together to be each other‘s medicine, and sometimes we need to be each other’s drugs…

The four of us linked up “by accident” at Uncle Bobbies. We just bumped into each other and here’s what happened. #ThirstyThursday

Much respect to this sista for giving back! We shout her out and look into adulting... can we get a vacation? Is it spring yet?

I have been blessed with an opportunity to teach a great subject, in a great school, in a great city, but why don’t I feel so great about it? I’ve been questioning whether or not I have made the right decision to play it “safe” and pick up another contract in the same school, or go try my luck with a new opportunity elsewhere. Here are my thoughts out loud...

Would you rather stub your toe, or bang your knee cap?

Is there space for Black Men to be afraid in 2019? We talk about vulnerability, but where do we draw the line? Still unpacking but here’s my take...

...and it was the best thing that ever happened to me!