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Black Wellness at the Crossroads: Financial, Holistic, and Beyond
Navigating the modern world as a black woman comes with a unique set of challenges and experiences. Each facet of our lives – be it financial, emotional, physical, or spiritual – often intersects, creating a complex web of considerations and influences. At the heart...
Holding Space: The Untapped Power of Black Women’s Mental Wellness
In the intricate tapestry of our lives as black women, we often find ourselves balancing on the tightrope of societal expectations and personal aspirations. We are the backbones of our families, the powerhouse in our careers, and the pillars of our communities. But...
Radical Self-Honesty: How it Can Change Your Life
Are you interested in improving your mental health and emotional intelligence? Radical self-honesty is a concept that refers to a deep and unflinching level of honesty with oneself. It involves examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with a critical eye....
Holding Space: Embracing the Healing Journey for Black Women in Wellness
When I think about my journey as a black woman, I’m often reminded of the many hats I wear. Daughter, sister, friend, confidante, leader. But amid these roles, there’s a powerful practice that often goes unnoticed, but it’s an integral part of our healing and wellness...
Embracing Gratitude and Self-Care: A Journey to Empowerment
Introduction In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the power of gratitude and self-care. As the year winds down, there's no better time to reflect on these essential practices, especially for the incredible Black women at the heart of our...
Self-Awareness and Emotional Healing: That New-New Model
Introduction Are you ready to become a badass in your journey towards self-awareness and emotional healing? If so, you're in the right place. In this blog post, we'll explore the transformative power of self-awareness and emotional healing and offer practical tips for...
A Comprehensive Guide to Achieving Black Wellness
Introduction Hi, I'm Dr. Michelle Wilshire, a licensed clinical psychologist and the proud founder of Wasabi and Well, an organization focused on black wellness. In this guide, I will be sharing valuable insights and tips to help you embark on your healing journey. I...
Finding Your Balance – 5 Empowering Ways to Create a Positive Daily Routine
When life becomes hectic, it can be easy to become disconnected with our wellbeing. We can neglect self care in efforts to complete never-ending task lists, losing sight of our health in efforts to simply get through the chaos of the week. The result? Our personal...
The Ins and Outs of Emotional Intelligence: Why It’s Important and How to Improve It
In this day and age (especially within the Western parts of the world), we have very rigid views of what traits make up strong, successful people. Ambition, drive, perseverance, stability, smarts – these all definitely find themselves at the top of the list. However,...