Instagram is saturated with positivity: quotes, inspiring messages, motivational memes, etc. While it’s lovely to know the sun will come out tomorrow, being so stinkin' positive isn’t necessarily the most beneficial way to be of service to others. Sweeping negative emotions under life’s rug to focus on the good stops people from expressing their truth. Selby calls it “toxic positivity.” I call it, my adult life.
Author: Amber
Two “F” Words
Fun + Fashion. It’s your life, so e-n-j-o-y it…first and foremost. I guess that’s why I’ve never stopped playing dress up. When it comes to fashion, we don’t need a license to express ourselves freely. Yes, judgement wiggles its way into most things, but it doesn’t stop my fellow nefelibatas (those who refuse to obey [...]
Servin’ Face
"I definitely owe myself an apology for all the s*** that I let slide in my 20’s" (SZA). Being a twenty-something-year-old was flat out hard (for lack of a cuter word). There was a ton of doubt, first-time sorrows, ego-bruising, and to top it off…I grew an entire human in my uterus. Talk about the [...]
Pretty Poison
A few months back my nails were practically deceased from using gel nail polish off and on for the past year or so. My nails were literally the strength of cooked noodles. Shocking fact because my nails have always been super strong, which is why I secretly thought they were invincible. Surprise! Jokes on me…Hi, [...]
Birthday Staycation
July 22nd, the day this queen was born, I went to bed completely stuffed with birthday joy, AND I woke up without a lick of guilt looming over my head. Unfortunately, Thanksgiving is always another story (rolls eyes). Sunday, my Birthday Eve, was spent enjoying all things simple: friendship, belly laughs, flavorful food, mimosas, chauffeured [...]
Writefully So
While almost everything around us continues to evolve, speed up, and offer instant results, we must not forget about those small but mighty gestures. The reality is, we all love receiving cards from our friends and family. Why? Because it shows us how much we are cared for. "Handwriting is intimate and reveals personality. We [...]
Fear vs Want
Trying to figure out your next move? Chasing what we love can lead us to amazing places, and tackling our fears can do the same. Don’t believe me? Check out this journaling exercise that I mentioned on my recent IG post. This should make you a believer! Journaling Exercise by Krista Suh Draw two big circles [...]
Too Soon!
“Owning your feelings and your truth.” A simple yet positive vibe that makes me feel empowered (insert power pose) and definitely aligns with my beliefs. Well, I can’t just talk about it…I have to own it through my thoughts and actions. So, here it is…my truth…deep breath. Turning 36 feels f***ed up and completely terrifying. [...]
Am I a Lazy Parent?
Here's the Tea, Mamas I recently scrolled across an article, by Brooke Hampton (a fellow mommy blogger), on the subject of being a lazy parent. Immediately, at first glance of the title, I became defensive at the idea of someone thinking I don’t already do enough for my lovable little time snatchers. This article better [...]
The Genesis
I am…an all-girl high school graduate, empowered to project my voice within a world of male dominance. “Aspire to be a doctor, lawyer, or entrepenuer,” they drilled into me. “Women can achieve the same success as men.” So, I became a feminist. Not a mis'andrist but simply a feminist. I am an advocate for social, [...]
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