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In this world Black women are often taught that to be successful, we must be serious and hardworking. We are told that we must put our emotions and personal lives on the back burner, and that laughter and joy are signs of weakness. But what if we rejected this mindset? What if we embraced joy and laughter as a source of strength? We has done it historically and must lean into our historical and spiritual connection to joy. Living in…
I’m black and abroad. I travel the world as a single Black mother thriving abroad. I also have an extremely robust spiritual practice. I has allowed me not only to survive tough times but to thrive. Both my younger sister and daughter died within in 6 months of each other. My hair started greying immediately. I experienced grief on levels very very humans can imagine or endure. And every space, I enter, I create a mediation room or corner. This…
When my daughter and I go on trips together, I want us to have the best possible experience. And that’s why I’m so excited about the shiftpod tent. This tent is designed for family travel, and it’s perfect for us. Here are some of the reasons why I think the shiftpod is the perfect companion for mother and daughter trips. What Is a Shiftpod Tent? If you’re not familiar with the term, a shiftpod is a tent that can be…
When I think of our ancestors, my heart is filled with love and admiration. I am grateful for their courage and resilience in the face of adversity, and many of us have been blessed by their strength, knowledge, and guidance even today. One of the greatest gifts we can give back is honoring them as we continue to live our lives. That honor comes in many forms—from using ancestral wisdom to make decisions, to being mindful of traditional ceremonies, rituals…
Have you ever noticed how often we expect ourselves to be superhuman? We try to fit into a box of what society defines as perfect, and it’s exhausting trying to keep up. It’s no wonder we are all so stressed out. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to be a superwoman and do it all! In fact, there is power in being yourself rather than conforming to various standards. Being you requires understanding and embracing who you are…
I’ve never been more proud to be an Afro-Boho single mom. There’s a special type of bond that comes from knowing other moms who share my identity and experiences. When we come together, something amazing happens: we amplify each other’s strengths and encourage each other in ways that are hard to find elsewhere. In this blog post, I want to share my observations on what sisterhood has done for Afro-boho mothers like me—the real-life power of sisterhood and how its…
Hi mama! Let me tell you, I am so proud of my little girl. Seeing her grow and discovering the world around her is a complete joy—and it’s also been an incredible journey. It’s made me realize how important it is to instill rich traditions in our children at an early age. Having said that, I came up with a really fun way to do just that. I found seven of my favorite African vegetarian snacks, and now I’m making…
Hey, mama! I’m here to talk to you about something that’s been on my heart lately: the oxistential benefits of mindfulness for us Afro-Boho Black mothers. We all know there are countless benefits of being mindful. But what might surprise you is how important it is for Afro-Boho Black mothers like us to practice mindfulness in order to live our best lives. As Black women, we often experience unique stressors due to our social, economic, and cultural intersections. Mindful practices…
About Moi
I'm a proud bougie Black girl with a insatiable wanderlust and a wicked sense of fashion. I chase waterfalls and dance in puddles. My mantra is, "If you ain't thriving, you ain't living right!" So come thrive with me.