In April 2017, Merriam-Webster added the word Intersectionality to the dictionary. This is the definition — the complex, cumulative way in which the effects of multiple forms of discrimination (such as racism, sexism, and classism) […]
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A Black Girl's View on Life, Culture, Career & Society
Inspiration shows up in the most random ways
The Essence Festival is one of the largest gatherings of Black Girl Magic in America, also known as a party with a purpose. It started as a one-time festival to celebrate the 25th anniversary of […]
Peloton’s Trap Themed Music Ride Made Me Realize That Gentrification Effects More Than Just Neighborhoods
I just got off my bike. Like literally 2 minutes ago. I placed a towel on my computer chair, and I started typing. That is how upset I am at my favorite workout. For those […]
It’s been a triggering week and it’s only Wednesday…
I am over this week already. Like completely over it, and it is only Wednesday. Between 45’s ridiculous tweet to Luke P. being the worst image of a man, I am just entirely over almost […]
I’ve become #RelationshipGoals…
I’m not going to lie. This has become a little uncomfortable for me. Knowing that people are looking to me as inspiration when it comes to their dating life. I was recently on a trip […]
When They See Us…
When this documentary dropped on May 31st, A day later, I got this text from my girlfriend: Safe to say, my friends know me very well. I watched this 4-part limited series and was instantly […]
I was Living an Inauthentic Life that was No Longer Serving Me or My Purpose
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental illness affects one in four Americans, according to the Center for Discovery. There has been new research found that young Black people are less able to get mental […]
